Sermons on Poor Widow:

What Does God Desire For Us? (James 1:12-27) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 24, 2022

The good news, is that God gave birth to the church-- a people/kingdom who live rightly toward God, and others. God doesn't want us to sin.

Let's start today by simply rereading last week's verses. James 1:1-12: (1) James, of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, a slave. To the twelve tribes-- to the ones in the dispersion: Greetings. (2) All joy consider it, my brothers, whenever various testings/trials you encounter, (3) ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-27

A Motherly Model

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on May 29, 2006

Mary, an example of motherhood.

A Motherly Model John 2:1-11 May 14, 2006 As a male Pastor, I am always intimidated by this day we call Mother’s day. And as a husband, I am a bit intimidated by this day. This day we call Mother’s Day intimidates me as a male Pastor and as a husband because nothing that I can say, do, write or ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Will Do It Again!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 22, 2016

What is possible in each one of our futures? If we are willing to wait on God, it's more like what's not possible in each one of our futures!

He Will do it Again! Isa. 40:31 NKJ But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint. But teach me Lord, teach me Lord to wait! When I read this verse, the way I take it is that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Stages Of Giving Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A look at three different types of giving in the church.

Three Stages of Giving 2 Corinthians 9:6-11 A man on vacation was strolling along outside his hotel in Acapulco enjoying the sunny Mexican weather. Suddenly, he heard the screams of a woman who was kneeling in front of a child. The man quickly ran over to the woman and began to listen to her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Pictures Of Grace

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 12, 2002

The story of Elijah and the Widow of Cherith. A sermon that just begins to touch the surface of God’s Grace.

Three Pictures Of Grace I Kings 17 Illustration Story of a young preacher preaching his first sermon in a little country church in Arkansas. All of his family and relatives came to hear him preach. Afterwards nobody said anything about his sermon. They just left quietly. He was dying to know how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah - Tramp For God

Contributed by John Shaw on Mar 3, 2008

Elijah as seen through the eyes of the Widow from Zarephath - Dramatised Sermon of her struggle to faith

Today was a good day to die not a cloud in the sky But that was nothing unusual Clouds had become a rarity recently Haven’t seen one for months Today was a good day to die Gather up a few sticks cook the last morsels of food and wait for the birds to pick our dead bones dry Then he appeared .... ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Shepherding The Flock Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2017

Shepherding the flock involves dealing appropriately with elders, women, widows, young men, Not harshly but with love.

Over the last couple of weeks we've looked at the criteria for choosing elders and deacons, we've read Paul's instructions to Timothy to guard his inner life, to train himself in holiness, and now we come to more instructions, this time to do with how he's to relate to others in the congregation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-25

Denomination: Anglican

Don’t Give Up - For With Christ There Is Hope

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 2, 2010

The story of the raising from the dead of the Widow of Nain’s son gives us hope that with Jesus nothing is impossible

The Raising of the Widow of Nain’s Son Maddy and I moved to Frisby from New Romney at the end of 2007 Story: As we were taking the bedroom apart, I was surprised to find a small basket underneath our bed with three eggs and £1000. I was a bit puzzled and so I called Maddy and asked her what this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Anglican

Gift Empowered Ministry Part 4 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 20, 2006

This sermon continues our look at Spiritual gifts and their value to the church

GIFT EMPOWERED MINISTRY Defining Our Ministry through Our Giftedness Part 2 INTRODUCTION: We want to pick up our lesson by continuing to define the Spiritual Gifts God has given us for our use in order to accomplish his purposes. You will remember that Spiritual Gifts are all about God, and not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Graceful Generosity

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 21, 2013

The Spiritual Gift of GIVING is the gift of Graceful Generosity.

Graceful Generosity Romans 12 8b, 2 Cor. 8: 1-7 Today we look at another spiritual gift in Romans 12:8b: “He who gives, with liberality.” “A mother wanted to teach her daughter a moral lesson so she gave ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Practice Hospitality

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 19, 2018

Lessons from the 3rd John for a blessed Christian walk

INTRODUCTION In the New Testament, there are 21 letters and 3rd John is the smallest of all the letters. The author is Apostle John. It has only one chapter comprising of 14 verses highlighting the concept of Hospitality, pursuing good and shunning evil. Three individuals and few lessons about them ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:5-8, 3 John 1:9-11, 3 John 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hearts To Share, And A Desire To Bear

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007

The secret to be fully blessed is this, Give to others what Jesus has given you.

Hearts to Share, and a Desire to Bear Luke 6:38 Jesus was surrounded by crowds who were eager to touch Him. The people who followed Jesus were, for the most part, poor people who lived from hand to mouth, a day at a time. He was celebrated, and His touch brought healing. But when Jesus began ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:8-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Sermon On The Mount Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 20, 2017

And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, (Matthew 5:1-2)

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 28- Near Capernaum Title: Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5:1-7:29, Luke 6:20-49 -Matthew- And seeing the multitudes, he went up into a mountain: and when he was set, his disciples came unto him: And he opened his mouth, and taught them, saying, (Matthew 5:1-2) “And seeing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-49

Denomination: Baptist

A New Breed For A New Time

Contributed by Rex Johnson on Feb 2, 2013

We are starting with the beginning of Elijah’s ministry this morning. Elijah begins by delivering a word from God to the worst King that has ever been for the children of Israel, King Ahab.

Christian Fellowship Sunday Morning 4-17-10 1 Kings 17: 7-23 2 Kings 1:8 Matthew 3:4 “A New Breed For A New Time” We are starting with the beginning of Elijah’s ministry this morning. Elijah begins by delivering a word from God to the worst King that has ever been for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 7:7-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Sees

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

One of the greatest assurances in life is knowing that we are not invisible to God. People may overlook or ignore us, but Jesus sees us in every situation.

JESUS SEES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good." – Proverbs 15:3 Supporting Texts: Genesis 16:13, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Psalm 33:18, Hebrews 4:13, Matthew 6:4 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest assurances in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:3, Hebrews 4:13, Matthew 6:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God