Sermons on Positive Role Models:

Faith More Precious Than Gold

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 17, 2004

In I Peter chapter one peter gives us three reasons to live a life of thanksgiving and praise.

“Faith More Precious than Gold” -In all circumstances give thanks- I Peter 1:3-9 (NLT) I Thess. 5:18 “In all circumstances give thanks…” (NIV) Thanksgiving is a time of thanksgiving and praise. Thanksgiving is a reminder of the thankful attitude we need to have all year. The Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Upside Down Logic Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 28, 2023

Message 10 in an expositional series through Paul's "second" letter to the church in the ancient Greek city of Corinth. This devotional is an abbreviated sermon preached on a Sunday in which the Lord's Supper was celebrated.

On what was probably a beautiful spring day in the first-century Roman providence of Judea, a large crowd had gathered on the Korazim Plateau, overlooking the southern slopes of Lake Tiberias. It was rumored that the increasingly popular teacher, Yeshua (yay-SHOO-a), would be addressing the crowd ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Philippians 2:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Not My Job Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 30, 2007

God expects participation in His church from everyone.

Isn’t it nice to have the lights turned on? I really like coming in and having a nice bulletin that we can look at and know what is going on this morning and this week. I also like the fact that someone took the time to plan out all the song service and that we have someone who is willing and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Do You Think You're Talking To?

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 1, 2014

When you were a child, did you ever have a time when you were disrespecting your mom and she said, “Who do you think you’re talking to?” Well, in prayer we need to be reminded to Whom we are speaking.

We continue this morning in our study of the Sermon on the Mount. We have noted that this sermon is CORRECTIVE in nature. Jesus is intending to ensure that His Apostles know the errors which had cropped up within Jewish teaching. Over the past few weeks, we have been examining Jesus’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity An Important Ingredient For Effective Leadership

Contributed by Nche Takoh on Sep 22, 2006

Integrity is a rare commodity in almost all areas of life the government, the press, Education and even the church has been hit hard by scandal. In every case, the lack of credibility can be traced back to the level of integrity of the individuals within

INTEGRITY AN IMPORTANT INGREDIENT FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP Introduction/Definition Integrity is a rare commodity in almost all areas of life the government, the press, Education and even the church has been hit hard by scandal. In every case, the lack of credibility can be traced back to the level ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:10

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom And King Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on May 3, 2004

Four incidents in Jesus life give Him a chance to teach about the Kingdom of God.

Kingdom & King Luke 18:15-43 Intro: This section of Luke’s gospel gives us insights into Jesus’ kingdom and His role as king. As we see Jesus react to four different situations, we see that the driving focus of His teaching is the Kingdom of God. I. Let the little children come to me (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Other Son

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Sep 27, 2006

To show that self-righteousness is just as evil as outright rebellion.

<Luke 15:11-31 -In this passage we usually focus on the character whom we commonly call “The prodigal son” -And for good reason -This morning, however, I want to focus on the other son -The prodigal’s brother -While he did not go and squander what the father had given him in riotous living, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

From Plea To Purpose - New York City

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Nov 1, 2001

I want to share a brief follow up of what God is doing in New York City and among the churches...

From Pain to Purpose - New York City Pastor Fernando Cabrera, Ed.D New Life Outreach International Church (718)-562-2230 God often takes us out of the way places and events to teach us valuable lesson. I feel compel to share some things I believe God has impressed upon my heart. I do not claim ...read more

The Harry Potter Funeral

Contributed by Charles Clary on Dec 4, 2001

The searchlight of the Bible is turned on the Harry Potter phenomenon.

The Harry Potter Funeral Text: Deuteronomy 18:9-12 Today we are here to pay our disrespect to Harry Potter of Hogwarts School of Witches and Wizards. We will not open the casket because he, like Lazarus, "stinketh." Little Harry will be buried at sea because Jesus said that the bottom of the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

But Continue Thou...graduation Sermon

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 26, 2005

Easily adapted to any crowd. Link included to Formatted Text Version and Powerpoint Template.

But Continue Thou… 2 Timothy 3:14 says, “But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them.” [scroll down for outline] ILL.- Joe: “My college really turned out some great men.” Bill: “When did you graduate?” Joe: “I didn’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Grow In Spirit Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Aug 16, 2018

Our last sermon in our series CHRISTIANS OUGHT TO. In this case, we Christians are to be becoming more-and-more CHRIST-LIKE, which requires that we Grow in His Spirit.

Today is the last sermon in our series It's titled CHRISTIANS OUGHT To Have Spiritual Growth We previously discussed How Christians were to SURRENDER TO GOD and then FREE FROM SIN was our next Objective And now we are going to look at SPIRITUAL GROWTH and what that entails. So, what exactly is ...read more

Denomination: *other

Part 11 - Matthew 9:32-38 - That's When Miracles Happen! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 31, 2010

No-one is beyond hope. No-one is beyond reach. No-one is beyond compassion.

Part 11 - Matthew 9:32-38 - THAT'S WHEN MIRACLES HAPPEN! I've been reading a book by Francine Rivers lately about an old woman called Leota who loves the Lord and has an amazing impact upon the lives of other people in her life, yet is rejected and hated by her own daughter, Eleanor. Throughout ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:32-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Guilty Of Sleeping Through A Garden Moment?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 20, 2025

Jesus calls the disciples to a prayer meeting but they fell asleep. Are we guilty of the same thing?

Are We Guilty of Sleeping Through a Garden Moment? Mark 14:32-42 No doubt we have all heard this story preached, maybe we have even read it ourselves, or we have seen movies regarding the Crucifixion of Christ. He was the perfect Son, in perfect union, with the perfect Father. Mark 14:32-42 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on May 31, 2023

The Study Of The History Of The End Of The World, Part 1

Deep within their hearts and minds, a significant number sense that the world is careening towards something that is both catastrophic yet wondrous all at the same time. Not exactly sure of what that is, many attempt to get a handle on this feeling of apprehensive expectation by conceptually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Of The Nations Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

Our God is not limited to churches, continents, or constitutions. He is the God of the nations, who reigns from eternity past to eternity future. He is watching the nations, weighing them in His balance, and inviting them to bow to His rule.

GOD OF THE NATIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 22:27-28 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:15, Acts 17:26-27, Daniel 4:17, Revelation 15:3-4, Psalm 33:10-12 INTRODUCTION: In a time when global systems are shaken, political structures fail, and cultures drift further from truth, it is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:27-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God