Sermons on Practical Sense:

800-Pound Gorilla? Or The First Pope?

Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 23, 2005

In Matthew 16, Jesus confers on Peter (and, later the other Apostles) authority to rule the Church, founded on the truth of Peter’s confession that Jesus is the Messiah.

Matthew 16:13-20 800-Pound Gorilla? Or the First Pope? There’s a phrase that’s popular in modern discussions of any number of topics, and that phrase is this: “an 800 pound gorilla in the room.” An example would be this line which I plucked from a blog entry on the international economy as it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Mental Health

Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 2, 2011

This sermon will help you diagnose the problem that is causing your mental or emotional problem.

Mental Health Philippians 4:1 – 9 Preached by: JB Hall • According to I Thessalonians 5:23 a person is made up of spirit, soul, and body. These three are inseparable components. In Genesis 2:7 we are told that “…the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Pull It Together Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 16, 2018

45th message from Ephesians dealing with knowing and doing God's will.

“Pull It Together” Ephesians 5:17-18 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 D. Live in Purity 5:3-14 E. Live in Wisdom 5:15-6:9 Wisdom is the practical application of data or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Fiery Trials

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 16, 2011

Standing up for Christ in difficult times

Reading: 1 Peter chapter 4 verses 12-19. • We’ve noted in past studies that every Christian who lives a godly life; • Will at some stage experiences a certain amount of persecution. • That’s part of the package! i.e. 2 Timothy chapter 3 verse 12. • The apostle Peter has already dealt with this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Brethren

"I Will Be With You"

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 27, 2010

The third in a six-part series ‘Get Your Feet Wet.’

In your bulletin this morning, is an insert with our series text from Matthew 14. Please take that out. What I want you to do this morning is to read this passage as I read Mark and John’s accounts of this event. As I do so, write down what you notice is different and similar to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:23-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The Battle Against Procrastination PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to actively prepare for Christ's return and labor for His kingdom, rather than procrastinating and risking spiritual poverty.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ! Isn't it a wonderful blessing to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom and guidance, to immerse ourselves in the living waters of His word? As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the words of the great preacher, Charles Spurgeon, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Proverbs 14:23

Topics: Procrastination, Overcoming, Fight

The Day Of Atonement

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 28, 2009

The Day of Atonement was fulfilled by Jesus at his first coming when He atoned for our sins through His shed blood and it will be fulfilled further at His second coming when Israel recognizes Him as Messiah.

Note: This message was presented by Pastors Pat Damiani and Dana Yentzer Pat: This morning we’ll continue with our examination of the three fall Jewish feasts that began last week with our look at the Feast of Trumpets. Once again, Pastor Dana is going to describe the historical background of the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:26-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Follow Me," Where? Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Nov 13, 2008

Part 5 in series The Shape of Things to Come. Jesus said "Follow me." The question is "Where are we going?"

“Follow Me,” Where? The Shape of Things to Come, prt. 5 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers October 4, 2008 Today is the last in our sermon series called The Shape of Things to Come where we have been looking at what Wildwind Church will be doing this year. I want to review because I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Free Methodist

Living In Peace Part Two Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 2, 2018

Message 27 from Philippians. This is the second of four messages exploring Paul's admonition to pray rather than worry.

Chico Alliance Church March 19, 2017 “Living in Peace” Pt 2 Paul specified some specific joy related actions throughout chapter four. • Stand firm in the Lord 4:1 • Harmonize in the Lord 4:2-3 • Rejoice in the Lord always 4:4 • Cultivate the Gentleness of the Lord 4:5 Let your gentleness be known ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:5-9

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Dwelling Below With Saints We Know Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2018

When humility prevails relationships excel

ENGAGE You’ve probably heard the little ditty, “To dwell above with the saints we love, O that will be glory! But to dwell below with the saints we know, well, that’s a different story!” TENSION I think you’d all agree with me that there is a lot of truth in that statement. But we really ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Spirit Pt 6 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018

Message 6 in a six part series from Galatians 5.

“Life in the Spirit” Part Six This is our last message exploring what life under the influence of the Holy Spirit looks like. Paul clearly instructed the Ephesians concerning their relationship to the Holy Spirit. Therefore see to it you walk carefully, not as unwise men but as wise, making the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"don't Let Distractions Stop You"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This was the sixth message in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: Don’t Let Distractions Stop You! Script: Neh. 6 Type: Series Where: GNBC 2-22-15 Intro: Do you have any unfinished projects lying around collecting dust? It’s so easy to get sidetracked isn’t it? I oftentimes have a list of unfinished projects. It takes tenacity to finish what we start ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spirit-Empowered Boldness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025

The sermon urges us to cherish our inherited faith, overcome fear, and boldly nurture and protect the gifts and gospel entrusted to us by God.

If you hold this letter up to your ear, you can almost hear the heartbeat behind it. Paul is nearer to the end than the beginning. Cold walls. Thin blankets. Thick memories. He is thinking of a young pastor with tender tears and a tough assignment. He remembers a grandmother’s prayers and a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Topics: Boldness, Faith

Breaking The Ancestral Covenant PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025

This sermon calls us to identify and renounce generational idols, embracing wholehearted devotion to God so that His freedom and love transform our families.

Friends, every family has a box in the attic—old photos, faded letters, a quilt stitched by steady hands. Alongside those treasures come other hand-me-downs we don’t frame or display: patterns, pressures, and quiet preferences that keep tugging at our hearts. Maybe your household treasured hard ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:7-10

Topics: Ancestral Covenant, Breaking Covenant

The Kingdom? Kids’ Stuff! - Mark 10:13-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 8, 2024

Like any exclusive club, the kingdom of God has entrance requirements that exclude most people. This message shows how you can know if you are in or out, and what the implications are for your daily life.

Mark 10:13 People were bringing little children to Jesus to have him touch them, but the disciples rebuked them. 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. 15 I tell ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16, Matthew 19:13-15, Luke 18:15-17