Sermons on Personal Calvary:

Waiting Is A 'downer'!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 18, 2019

we spend too much time waiting for things to happen; we have to make them happen

This morning I woke up as ‘Downer deni’, disgusted because I felt like I had to wait until I could get anything done! Waiting colored my entire mood dark grey! As I looked out the window, Columbus was covered in thick grey clouds - not a sun ray was to be found. My wrist, badly sprained in a stupid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-27

Denomination: Episcopal

"i Thirst"

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on May 16, 2019

We all know what it feels like to be thirsty. Parched Lips! Cottonmouth! Feeling Dehydrated!

BACKGROUND We all know what it feels like to be thirsty. Parched Lips! Cottonmouth! Feeling Dehydrated! It could be from working out in your yard on a hot summer day; it could be from just waking up after a surgery; or it could be that you spend a long time on the telephone talking with someone. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 1: Famines And Failures Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 2, 2019

The time of the Judges have been referred to as “Israel’s Dark Ages.” Yet nestled in this awful, violent period of Israel's history is a beautiful love story. A story of romance, restoration, redemption.

Famines and Failures Series: Sermon 1 of the book of Ruth Chuck sligh June 2, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 1: My Testimonial Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 27, 2018

An icebreaker or testimonial is a great first sermon. How do we begin?

What is this Lesson’s Goal? This lesson will encourage you to talk about your spiritual journey. Do Testimonials Have a Purpose? When Paul the apostle wanted to encourage the churches in Corinth regarding endurance in the ministry of Jesus Christ, he mentioned his own example in 2 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob The Spiritual Giver Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2016

Jacob told them his testimony: what you were like before salvation, what you did to receive Christ and how you were changed.

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 48:1-22 1. What can a “poor” grandfather give to a son who has everything? 2. What can an absentee grandfather give to children he seldom sees? 3. What can a physically weak grandfather give to his grandchildren? 4. What can a grandfather give, who has nothing left to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 48:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Wwjd

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 31, 2023

Based on 1 John 2:1-11 - Challenges hearers to consider the why Jesus died & how that should impact the way we live our lives for Him.

“WWJD” 1 John 2:1-11 FBCF – 8/30/23 REFRESH Jon Daniels INTRO – WWJD – Very popular at one time, especially among teenagers. Thousands of bracelets sold in Christian bookstores everywhere. Asked an employee at Lifeway bookstore back when it was open if they had ever seen anything as popular. Said ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-11, Romans 8:34, 1 Timothy 2:5, John 8:28-29, John 12:49-50, John 14:31, John 15:10, John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Life After Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 3, 2025

Having a personal encounter with Jesus gives you a second chance in life and sharing that testimony with someone else gives them a chance at new life.

LIFE AFTER JESUS Text: Acts 22:6-23 Introduction 1. Many years ago – in the confines of a barracks room, a young sailor decided not to go out partying with his friends. He invested that evening reading the Bible - very specifically – reading the Gospel of John. The room was mostly dark except for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:6-23

Denomination: Methodist

To God Be The Glory

Contributed by Larry Grant on Apr 6, 2025

We could never understand even the smallest truth about God unless He opened our eyes and revealed it to us personally. If God does not reveal himself to man, we could never know God! So because we know Him, give glory to God!

Ephesians 3:20-21 TO GOD BE THE GLORY April 6, 2025 Intro: Up to this point, the book of Ephesians has been one long theological study as Paul has emptied the contents of his soul and revealed the mysteries that were hidden from the foundation of the world. After this great outpouring of truth, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Lift Up Mine Eyes Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

I will lift up mine eyes

Psalm 121 I will lift up mine eyes 1. The Personal Resolution - The Psalmist's Dedication - 1 I will lift up mine eyes - Resolved - To Look - When to Look - I will lift up mine eyes - Presently Where to Look - unto the hills - Prudently Why to Look - from whence cometh my help - ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Funeral Denver Pendergrass

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 15, 2024

Denver was a special person.

Denver Pendergrass Words of Grace & Greeting: Friends, we have gathered here to praise God and to witness to our faith as we celebrate the life of “Denver Pendergrass”. We come together in grief, acknowledging our human loss. May God grant us grace, that in pain we may find comfort, in sorrow ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Not Ashamed Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 3, 2024

The news about Jesus Christ is the only good news. It brings joy on the earth. It gives life on the earth to its fullness and the eternal life. Every time the gospel is read, preached always it has power to redeem, restore and revive human soul. Preach the gospel.

Text: Romans 1:16-17 Theme: Not Ashamed of the Gospel   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever.   GENERAL INTRODUCTION:  The theme verse of the Epistle to Romans is “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Return To Me Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2023

In Joel 2:12-17, the prophet renews his impassioned plea to return unto the Lord through a call for repentance. This call has two facets in first a 1) Personal (Joel 2:12–14) then a 2) Corporate response (Joel 2:15–17) to God.

Joel 2:12–17. 12 “Yet even now,” declares the LORD, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; 13 and rend your hearts and not your garments.” Return to the LORD your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-17

Denomination: Other

Come Out From Among Them - 1 Peter 2:12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 17, 2024

What did Jesus mean by being in the world but not of the world?

1 Peter 2:11 Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. 12 Live such good lives among the gentiles that, though they accuse you of doing wrong, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day he visits us. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:12

Here Lord: Take It! - 1 Peter 2:21-25 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 27, 2024

Peter describes Jesus’ example not from his own memory but from Isaiah 53. Scripture is more powerful than eye-witness testimony.

1 Peter 2:21 To this you were called, because Christ suffered for you, leaving you an example, that you should follow in his steps. 22 "He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth." 23 When they hurled their insults at him, he did not retaliate; when he suffered, he made no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Great Light Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 30, 2023

The world of darkness looks for its dawn . The world of strife, sufferings and despair looks for redemption of light. Jesus the great Light has come again on the earth. Let this season of Christmas bring joy.

Great Light Isaiah 9:1-2 Happy seasonal greetings! The background of Isaiah 7:1-9:7: In 734-732 BCE, Ahaz the king of Judah faced attack from Israel and Syria, so he considered seeking the aid of Assyria. So, he wanted to have an alliance with the “Evil Empire” of his day. Isaiah urged Ahaz to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-2

Denomination: Methodist