Sermons on Playing Games:

The Spirit Man - Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Aug 2, 2018

This series - THE SPIRIT MAN- is a game changer for anyone yearning to grow in faith and become unshakable in the experience of all that God has done for you in Christ Jesus.

But a natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually appraised. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-20

Denomination: *other

Racy Words

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 22, 2019

The Christian journey can be described as a "race." We choose the kind of race we run -- fun and games; obligatory; or the long-term run.

1. Last week we “passed the baton” in regard to teaching people the word of God from generation to generation and person to person. 2. It made me think of the ancient Roman Games and how they were used as illustrations for the Christian life. 3. The Games in Rome were a big deal. Although much of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God's Patience Runs Out Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 6, 2012

In this part of the story of Elijah, God sends him to tell Ahab that God's patience had run out with the king and his wife. God has great compassion and patience, but He is also just and His patience does run out.

Introduction: A. I like the story told about the teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put on his boots. 1. She pulled and he pushed, but the boots still didn’t want to go on. 2. When the second boot was finally on, she had worked up a sweat. 3. She almost whimpered when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sleep, The Call, The Answer

Contributed by David E. Bowyer Jr. on Feb 20, 2010

What does the story from 1 Samuel 3:1-10 tell us. That can be applied to the church

The Sleep, The call, The answer. (where the word preach Is by itself It is meant as a reminder to let the spirit lead and not just read notes) 1 Samuel 3:1-10 1And the child Samuel ministered unto the LORD before Eli. And the word of the LORD was precious in those days; there ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Character Sermon Iii: God Our Banner Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 8, 2020

In times of testing, God's people look to the Lord their God for protection from enemies without as well as the enemy within.

GOD OUR BANNER The highlight of the International Olympics, for me and my household, is always the parade of nations during which youth from all over the world - who have gathered in a designated country to compete in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16, 1 Peter 2:8-9

Have You Seen God Series

Contributed by Robert Braden on Apr 6, 2024

To understand our relationship with God and Jesus, we need to also understand who the Devil is and how he works,

People question every day about what God is doing Some even say that God is no longer alive for lack of words But let me tell you this one thing that I am sure of and that Not only is God alive he is also real but so is the Devil. So to understand the importance of this day we have to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Know The Stratagem Of Our Enemy!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 13, 2005

Our enemy has a basic stratagem against God’s people. The first stradegy is to steal, kill, and destroy. The second stratagem is digression, diversion, divison, and death.

KNOW THE STRATAGEM OF YOUR ENEMY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. PEOPLE NEVER PLAN TO FAIL, THEY FAIL BECAUSE THEY NEVER DEVELOPED A PLAN. A. Without a plan people drift where ever the current flows. B. Without a game plan how can you evaluate where you are as compared to where ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Glimpse At A Glorious Crowd

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 12, 2002

This passage portrays a glorious multitude of people from all nations and peoples. We can play a part in adding to that crowd!

A GLIMPSE AT A GLORIOUS CROWD! Revelation 7:9-12 Have you ever been in a large crowd, I mean, a really large crowd? Although I have been in some pretty big crowds, when I think about the giant crowd mentioned here in Revelation 7, I simply cannot fathom it! I can’t imagine seeing a crowd ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Up To Here With Self

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 28, 2016

Bernstein once was asked which instrument was the most difficult to play. He said, "The second fiddle. I can get plenty of first violinists, but to find someone who can play the second fiddle with enthusiasm--that's a problem."

Up To Here With Self Philippians 2:3-4NASB One of the first conductors born and educated in the United States to receive worldwide acclaim was Leonard Bernstein. He directed the New York Philharmonic, conducted concerts by some of the world's leading orchestras, wrote symphonies, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Carnal Life Or Christian Service

Contributed by Corey Howse on Feb 1, 2005

This sermon is designed to challenge the believers heart to live totally for God.

The sermon title suggests that we have a choice. One writer once said "the choices that we make today will determine the availability of choices we will have on tomorrow. If we squander academically today, then our choices will be limited, if we squander athletically today, then our choices will be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unsaved "christians"

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 13, 2009

Good works are not the root of salvation, but they sure are the fruit of salvation. There are so many "Christians" in our churches who are not really saved. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Unsaved “Christians” (Preached first on 02/11/08, Sunday) Text: Luke 6:43-46 Explain the Scripture text. Illustration: The great evangelist, Billy Graham, has been quoted many times as saying that the greatest mission field in our country to today is in our local church – the people sitting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Signs You Are Spiritually Alive

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jul 30, 2013

Are you spiritually alive or spiritually dead?

“Five Signs You Are Spiritually Alive” “Then God made you alive with Christ, for he forgave all our sins. 14 He canceled the record of the charges against us and took it away by nailing it to the cross. 15 In this way, he disarmed the spiritual rulers and authorities. He shamed ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15, Ephesians 2:5, Colossians 2:13, Jeremiah 33:3, Revelation 3:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Teamwork Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Nov 30, 2011

The Body of Christ grows when everybody plays their position (i.e. through mutual contribution and diversity of gifts.)

The Power of Teamwork Series: ROOTS Brad Bailey – November 20, 2011 Main Point: The Body of Christ grows when everybody plays their position (i.e. through mutual contribution and diversity of gifts.) Pre-text Intro Yesterday I had my final day of the flag football season which I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Of A Second Chance

Contributed by John Johnson on Mar 8, 2005

Sometimes when we make a mistake in life it feels so final, you may think it’s all over for you. The game of life isn’t like a game in which you only have 1 chance to win before it’s over. God will give you a second chance.

The God of a 2nd Chance. John 8:1-10 I wonder, is there any person here who has been in a situation in which you really wanted something to work out but it didn’t? You felt like if I just had a second chance, I know I could make this thing work. (I Wonder am I talking to anybody in here). ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-10, John 8:1-8, John 8:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Leader / Who Are You Really Following?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 17, 2015

Follow the Leader is an old familiar child's game from which we can learn some spiritual truths. Who are you really following? Updated February 2018.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scriptures read prior the the Sermon. Today's assigned Scriptures are: Genesis 9:8-17 ; Psalm 25:1-9 ; 1 Peter 3:18-22 ; Mark 1:9-15 Follow the Leader ...is an old familiar...... children's game. I am sure... that we can... all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Anglican