Sermons on Peters 1st Sermon:

Something To Brag About Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 26, 2019

This is the 1st sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Continued Encouragement [#1] SOMETHING TO BRAG ABOUT 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: One thing I talk about often is the success of our children. While they are all grown, I love talking about what they are doing and how they are doing. Paul continues in the same theme in 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Genuine Christian Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 14, 2024

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series "Be Genuine" from 1 John.

Series: Be Genuine [#1] A GENUINE CHRISTIAN 1 John 1:1-4 Introduction: It is not unusual to hear the word “real” when someone is trying to convince you that what they have is genuine. Coca-Cola is the Real Thing, Dove soap has Real Beauty, etc… I have heard the statement more than once through ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Compromise Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 10, 2024

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#1] COMPROMISE Judges 1:1-2:5 Introduction: As many times as I have been to Doctors, had tests, had shots, and all of the other things they do to you; I have never disliked those things worse than having to go to the Dentist. Every 6 months we go and get our teeth ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Values Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 22, 2024

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#1] THE VALUES OF A NATION Amos 1:1 Introduction: I have been praying and wrestling with God over our next study. The topics from the Book of Amos are not popular. Amos is a very relevant and practical Book of the Bible. Amos wrote this during a time like ours- A time ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing Wisdom Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

This is the 1st Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#1] EMBRACING WISDOM Proverbs 1:1-7 Introduction: Today we are beginning a new series, "Wisdom For Life." In this series, we are learning about the timeless truths from God's Word that help guide us every day. Today, we start with the main idea of wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Advent Prayer

Contributed by David Mcnally on Nov 24, 2012

A message for the 1st Sunday in Advent

Paul’s Advent prayer. 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 Today is the first Sunday in the Church’s year, the 1st Sunday in Advent, when we look forward to Christmas, but also look back on the year which is coming to an end. Hopefully we can look back on happy times, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ordination Sermon

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 8, 2007

Includes vows taken by the men being ordained, vows by their wives, by the Elders and by the congregation in attendance.

OPEN: Back in 1957 the 1st Brethren Church of Sarasota, Florida had a groundbreaking service. Ordinarily, a church will get a few shovels and certain people will turn over a few chunks of dirt. But recalling the words of Jesus, "Take my yoke upon you," this church decided to borrow an old one-horse ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On A Paradigm For Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 14, 2024

A Paradigm is defined as a standard, perspective, pattern, or example.

Bob Proctor, a Canadian author once remarked: “Awareness is the key. We want to become aware, I believe, of our oneness with God, with infinite intelligence. The more aware we become, the more it’s reflected in our results. A lack of awareness is also reflected in our results.” Proverbs 1:5 reminds ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-5, Proverbs 18:2, Romans 1:32, 2 Peter 3:15-16

Sermon On Family Unity

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 1, 2022

One of the many definitions of Family Unity has been stated as: “A primary social group consisting of parents and their offspring, the principle function of which is provision for its members.”

Barbara Pierce Bush, the first lady of the United States from 1989 to 1993 as the wife of President George H. W. Bush once remarked: "At the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict or not closing one more deal. You will regret time ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 3:14-15, 1 Peter 3:8

Sermon On The Challenges Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 22, 2021

Amongst the many interpretations, the challenges of life have been defined as "The situation of being faced with something that needs great mental or physical effort in order to be done successfully and therefore tests a person's ability."

Roy T. Bennett, the author of “The Light in the Heart” once remarked: “Every challenge you face today makes you stronger tomorrow. The challenge of life is intended to make you better, not bitter.” James 1:2-4 reminds us: “Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10, Isaiah 41:13, Philippians 4:13

Sermon On The Tools Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 12, 2022

Tools are defined as a device or implement, especially one held in the hand, used to carry out a particular function.

Steve Maraboli, an American author once remarked: “Accept yourself, your strengths, your weaknesses, your truths, and know what tools you have to fulfil your purpose.” Deuteronomy 19:5 confirms: “For instance, a man may go into the forest with his neighbour to cut wood, and as he swings his axe to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:23, 1 Peter 2:1-25, Ephesians 2:10

Sermon On A Sense Of Belonging

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 11, 2025

A sense of belonging is the feeling of being accepted, included, and connected to another person, a group or a community.

Brené Brown, a female American academic once remarked: "True belonging is the spiritual practice of believing in and belonging to yourself so deeply that you can share your most authentic self with the world and find sacredness in both being a part of something and standing alone in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8, 1 Peter 4:10, Philippians 2:1-4, Ephesians 4:16

Sermon On The Devil Within

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 12, 2021

Wikipedia defines a devil as: “The personification of evil as it is conceived in various cultures and religious traditions.”

William Ralph Inge, an English author, Anglican priest and professor of divinity at Cambridge once remarked: “There is no law of progress. Our future is in our own hands, to make or to mar. It will be an uphill fight to the end, and would we have it otherwise? Let no one suppose that evolution will ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Romans 10:13, 1 Peter 5:8

Sermon On The Plight Of Loneliness

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 19, 2024

Loneliness could be defined as a feeling of sadness within the heart, because one has no loving friendships, relationships or company.

Taylor Caldwell, a female American novelist once remarked: “I am not alone at all, I thought. I was never alone at all. And that, of course, is the message of Christmas. We are never alone. Not when the night is darkest, the wind coldest, the world seemingly most indifferent. For this is still the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:10, 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 147:3, John 14:18

Sermon On Cognitive Development

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2025

Cognitive development is regarded as an integral factor of life, primarily referring to the growth of a child's ability to think, reason, and understand.

Morihei Ueshiba, a Japanese martial artist once remarked: “Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.” Isaiah 1:18 reminds us: “Come now, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 18:15, Hosea 4:6