Sermons on Pew:

Joy Of Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

Revival is not about guilt trips, programs, or emotional hype — it is about seeing God afresh and rediscovering the joy of salvation. True revival happens when we move from obsessing over our failures to fixing our eyes on the God who forgives, restores, and renews.

“Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.” Psalm 51:12 Introduction – Passion Misplaced The kingdom of God is not going to advance simply because our churches are full of people. No — the kingdom of God is going to advance when the people who are in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-15, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 4:7, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Psalms Part 1, Written When I Was A Captain

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Mar 16, 2026

notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries, footnotes from biblegateway.com

Last year, I did an Acts series. I know Matt Huisjen did a series this year on the 10 Commandments in Exodus and the book of John, so I wanted to go back to the Old Testament and do a Psalms series. I’ll be using the New International Version, which is in the pews. The Psalms are songs in the Old ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Entrusted With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 15, 2026

Based on 1 Thess. 2:1-16 - Challenges hearers to understand the importance of being entrusted with the Gospel.

“ENTRUSTED WITH THE GOSPEL” 1 Thess. 2:1-16 FBCF – 2/15/26 Jon Daniels INTRO – Started series in 1 Thess. last week: “Handbook for Christ-followers.” Written by P to encourage & strengthen young believers in Thessalonica, warn them of dangers, & introduce them to great truths of the faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving The Jar

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 3, 2026

A sermon about coming to Jesus with our pain.

“Leaving the Jar” John 4:4-30, 39-42 Some burdens don’t feel like burdens until the moment we finally set them down. I once visited an elderly woman from the church I was pastoring at the time who lived alone. She kept a small wooden box on her kitchen table. When I asked what was inside, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: United Methodist

The Church Defined PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

Explore the joy of church participation, personal spiritual growth within the church, and the sense of belonging it provides.

Good morning, dear friends, and welcome! As we gather here in this sacred space, I am reminded of the words of Henry Ward Beecher who once said, "The church is not a gallery for the exhibition of eminent Christians, but a school for the education of imperfect ones." How true these words ring today, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1

Topics: Identity, Transformation

The Secret Of Strong Families PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 12, 2023

Good morning, family! It's wonderful to see each of you here today, ready to delve into God's Word together. We're going to be talking about something that's close to our hearts and homes. We're going to chat about families and the secret to their strength. Dietrich Bonhoeffer once wrote, "The test ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-7

Topics: Modeling, Biblical Way

Jesus Is The Reason For The Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 6, 2023

Explores the birth of Jesus Christ, emphasizing His roles as a source of joy, a justifier of the righteous, and a guiding light in life.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a beautiful day that the Lord has made and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered here, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It's a joy to see each one of you, and it's my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Topics: Know Him

Fostering A Heart For Missions Locally PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to actively participate in spreading God's message of love and salvation within their local communities.

Good morning, beloved. It is a joy to be here together, to see your faces, and to feel the warmth of our shared faith. We gather today, not just as individuals but as a family, united under the banner of God's love. We are all part of God's great tapestry, each thread unique and yet woven together ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 9:37-38, Romans 10:14-15, 1 Corinthians 9:22-23

Topics: God's Guidance, Local Missions

Are You Concerned About Your Friends Without Christ? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

Those people out there without Christ are not going to break down the doors of this church to get here and learn about Jesus. We cannot be complacent until someone has shared with them like somebody shared with us.

INTRODUCTION Please open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 9. Today I am going to preach to you. You say, “Well, I thought that’s what you did every Sunday.” Actually, those of you who hear me Sunday after Sunday realize about 90 percent of the time I am a pastor-teacher. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Where Should We Spend The Tithe?

Contributed by Catharine Rhodes on Mar 10, 2023

Tithing and charity are cornerstones of our faith…but are we helping the right people?

Money and Tithing (Roughly 30 mins) Outline Challenge: we ask people to give money to the church arbitrarily Solution: consider the tithe a payment for good works Projection: if we are doing the work and reporting honestly, we will be supported. “Give money to the church”…why? What work ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32, Leviticus 27:30-34, Deuteronomy 14:28-29

Denomination: Methodist

Dream On!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

No matter how dark the day may appear, keep dreaming of the possibilities God has in store for those who love Him.

Dream on! Luke 4:16-30 Cecilia had a dream. She didn't dream to live among the aristocracy or to be adorned with the finery of high society, she already had tasted of that lifestyle, but it left her cold and empty. Cecilia, who lived in the second century, was a child of the aristocracy, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Double Attendance And Grow The Church

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Jan 14, 2002

Discussion: How to grow a church.

HOW TO DOUBLE ATTENDANCE AND GROW THE CHURCH By Jerry Falwell A. BEFORE YOU BEGIN: EIGHT BASIC ASSUMPTIONS Before I begin to discuss how to grow a church, there are certain assumptions that we must agree on. These assumptions are based on the Word of God and come from the nature of God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000

Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

“Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let's Remove The Scarlet D

Contributed by Jim Miller on Aug 28, 2002

An appeal to extend Christ’s ministry of reconciliation to the divorced and remarried children of God.

LET’S REMOVE THE SCARLET D Matthew 23.4 "They tie up heavy loads and put them on men’s shoulders, but they themselves are not willing to lift a finger to move them." INTRO: Let me say up front that I believe that marriage is meant to be a permanent covenant between one man for one woman, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Good People Do Nothing

Contributed by Edward Nutter on Apr 22, 2007

When good people do nothing, and just what should they be doing anyway...

One Sunday morning, everyone in one bright, beautiful, tiny town got up early and went to the local church. Before the services started, the townspeople were sitting in their pews and talking about their lives, their families, etc. Suddenly, Satan appeared at the front of the church. Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:11-15

Denomination: Methodist