Sermons on Pleasing:

The Baptism Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Moore on Jan 6, 2010

The second sermon in a series on Mark. This message focuses upon the reasons for Christ’s baptism and the Triune nature of it. It stresses the unique nature of Jesus to His Father, and shows how we too may have the Father’s pleasure.

Over the years, although I have kept no count, I dare say I have baptised dozens of people, people of all ages and with all kinds of backgrounds in rivers, lakes and sea, as well as swimming pools and baptismal tanks. Most baptisms I have completely forgotten the details of, but a few stick ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Striving For Excellence

Contributed by Kevin Newman on Aug 29, 2002

As Christians we need to re-examine why we do what we do from time to time, to make sure it is for His glory.

Introduction -- Why are we here? What and who are we living for? Before we give the same "pat" answers, we need to re-examine ourselves to be sure we are living for Christ and not for ourselves. I. The Motivation of Paul Why did Paul preach, risk his life, and give up the pleasures of this life? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

It's Off To Work We Go! Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 19, 2007

Message #3 in Series: "Pursuing Excellence," focus is on serving the Lord by demonstrating excellence in our work places.

Series: Pursuing Excellence Message #3: “It’s Off To Work I Go” -- Pursuing Excellence In the Workplace Colossians 3:23 - "But whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men,knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Baptist

Know Yourself (Short Homily)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Feb 10, 2012

This is a very short Homily titled "Know Yourself". That was used for the opening of a Men's retreat weekend.

Let me share a reading from the Gospel of Mark with you. " They came to Bethsaida. Some people brought a blind man to him and begged him to touch him. He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the village; and when he had put saliva on his eyes and laid his hands on him, he asked him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-26

Denomination: Anglican

Wedding Vows - Double Ring Ceremony

Contributed by Robert Glass on Sep 2, 2011

A set of Wedding Vows useful for a double ring ceremony

Wedding Vows John 2:11 This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, Dearly beloved, we are gathered together here in the sight of God and in the face of this company, to join together this Man and this Woman in the bonds of Holy Matrimony; which is an honorable estate instituted by ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Free Wedding Vows

Contributed by Robert Glass on Jan 14, 2012

Wedding vows rewritten here and there

Wedding Vows <Opening Prayer> John 2:11 - This beginning of miracles did Jesus in Cana of Galilee, Dearly beloved, we are gathered together here in the sight of God and in the face of this company, to join together this Man and this Woman in the bonds of Holy Matrimony; which is an honorable ...read more

Scripture: John 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Fulfill Your Destiny" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 14, 2014

Too many people don't heed God's word and Go. Too many count the cots and miss a huge blessing.

The Ultimate Decision August 14, 2014 In reading about the early church in the book of Acts the Lord was starting His work through the apostles by the power of the Holy Spirit. BEFORE they could do anything they needed the Holy Spirit for power, wisdom, to speak truth and to know what to do next. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1

A Pastoral Heart

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 10, 2020

The gentleness, love and self-sacrifice of a mother.

A PASTORAL HEART. 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8. Having favourably described the Thessalonians’ reception of the gospel message (1 Thessalonians 1:5-7), Paul now speaks of that first encounter from the point of view of the messengers. 1 Thessalonians 2:1. “For you yourselves know, brethren, that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cure- The Comforter Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 14, 2023

This is the 132nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 12th sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#132] THE CURE- THE COMFORTER Romans 8:1-17 Introduction: This has been a challenging week. Last week I spoke about how weak we are on our own, and I was challenged most every day of this week. As we start Chapter 8, we find encouragement. At the end of Jesus earthly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

When It Comes To Matters Of The Heart, There Are No Excuses

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 28, 2002

This sermon is about our temptation to judge others.

“When It Comes To Matters Of The Heart, There Are No Excuses” -by Reverend A. LaMar Torrence Text: Romans 2:1-29 As we continue our traverse through the chapters of Romans, we are learning that regardless of who we are, we are in God’s sight. In fact one could say that in the first chapter of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-29

Denomination: Lutheran

"Peace" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 26, 2001

Part 2 in a 4 part Christmas series

(Read text) I could be wrong, but I think that the most commonly misused and misapplied word in the language of man, is ‘love’. If my supposition is accurate, then surely the second most misused and misapplied word is, ‘peace’. Mankind has never known peace. Peace is not the absence of war, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:12-14

Denomination: Orthodox

Heaven Part 2 Series

Contributed by Corey Arnold on Nov 17, 2003

This is part two in a series on heaven and hell. The first two are about heaven, the second is concerning hell.

Living or Dying Well INTRO: In 1996, Jeanne Calment was the oldest living human whose age could be verified. On her 120th birthday, she was asked to describe her vision for the future. "Very brief," she said. Another woman was asked the benefits of living to the age of 102. After a pause, she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Give Or Not To Give?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 18, 2004

Giving is not the question for the Christian. It is a rule by which we live.

INTRO.- ILL.- The American industrialist, Henry Ford, was once asked to donate money for the construction of a new medical facility. The billionaire pledged to donate $5,000. The next day in the newspaper, the headline read, "Henry Ford contributes $50,000 to the local hospital." The irate Ford ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Competence Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 16, 2004

Week two in a four week series on the essentials for conquerors.

08, February 2004 Dakota Community Church The Essentials The Essential Characteristics of Conquerors WEEK TWO: COMPETENCE Introduction: None of us wants to be incompetent. We all want to succeed. In looking at the different conquerors we have studied over the last weeks one thing becomes evident – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-6, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Mennonite

What Faith Looks Like Series

Contributed by James Wallace on May 11, 2021

This is a reality check. When you're surprised by the challenges of the Christian life and even tempted to quit, consider how the people who are part of Faith's Hall of Fame lived.

This past week we all heard about another horrific tragedy on the border. Three people died and 25 were injured as smugglers attempted to bring dozens of illegal immigrants into the U.S. via boat along the California Coast. The 40-foot boat broke up on a reef just west of Point Loma off the San ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16, Romans 1:18-20, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Bible Church