Sermons on Praises Overflow:

Empathic Compassion: Experiencing Your Pain In My Heart

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 18, 2021

When I think of Jesus I think of empathy and compassion; they are embedded Jesus' salvific mission. Too often clergy and Christians take a propositional approach to the Gospel. Loving and caring for people according to the example Jesus set requires us to demonstrate empathy and compassion.

I carefully watched him as he walked down the hall; he was dressed in a long flowing white coat. His head hung unpersuasively from his shoulders. The doctor's demeanor suggested he was intensely contemplating what he would say to us, or he was envisioning another appointment. Halfway down ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:13, Isaiah 63:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Taken Advantage Of

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 11, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 29: 1 – 35

Genesis 29: 1 – 35 Being taken advantage of 29 So Jacob went on his journey and came to the land of the people of the East. 2 And he looked, and saw a well in the field; and behold, there were three flocks of sheep lying by it; for out of that well they watered the flocks. A large stone was on the ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Beastly Future Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 10, 2013

In these days when it seems God’s people are losing, don’t despair. Instead, be confident in the victory that’s soon coming, and be ready when Jesus comes to give us that victory.

There is an old legend that describes Satan in a meeting with all his demons. He wanted to send one of them to earth to aid men and women in the ruination of their souls, and he asked for volunteers. One creature came forward and said, “I will go.” Satan said, “If I send you, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Let Go Of My Ego

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 9, 2025

True victory comes when the ego dies and Christ lives through us—surrendering self to gain the freedom and fullness of His Spirit.

Part 1 – The Waffle and the War 1. A Breakfast Battle You’ve seen the commercial. A sleepy kid stumbles into the kitchen clutching a golden waffle. Just as he’s about to take a bite, a sibling swoops in. They wrestle and shout the famous line: “Leggo my Eggo!” It’s silly, harmless, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Galatians 2:20, Luke 9:23, John 12:24, Romans 6:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Am Created To Encourage Series

Contributed by David Lange on Sep 30, 2013

God has called us to encourage others daily.

I AM CREATED TO ENCOURAGE The Bible tells us in 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV) 11 “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.” As we continue to learn about our new nature in Christ, the need to crucify self to fulfill God’s purpose for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Almsgiving Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 23, 2022

Giving is a critical component within the grounds of faith we commit to as born-again Christians. Giving allows us to share in the bounty of what God has graced us with and the satisfaction of knowing we are doing something good for others.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 6:1-4 (Almsgiving) Matthew 6:1-4, NIV 1 "Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 "So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Moms: A Winning Game Plan

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 8, 2024

In this conversation we discuss six strategies that will enable moms to have a winning game plan.

Moms: A Winning Game Plan Mother’s Day 2023 DISMISS KIDZ NOW - we’ve come together this morning May 14th 2023... FOR - 2 primary reasons. FIRST - to honor our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ… AND UNDERSTAND B/S – Jesus is so deserving of our praise, our attention, our worship, our commitment… ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Go On Living? - Philippians 1:21-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 29, 2021

Those who contemplate suicide often hesitate because they fear what may be on the other side. Paul also wrestled with whether it would be better to live or die. But his reasoning was far different from most people's.

Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

The Abundant Life Of Jesus: # 1 Series

Contributed by Gary Waguespack on Oct 25, 2001

Is the "Abundant Life" real, just for a few super saints, or for everyone?

The Abundant Life of Jesus Part I - The Promised Life John 10:10 -- "The thief cometh, to kill, steal and destroy, but I have come that you might have life and this life MORE ABUNDANTLY! INTRODUCTION A little girl once went to visit her grandmother in the country. Things were fine until ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Receive An Apology

Contributed by W F on Jul 5, 2006

Joseph shows us how to forgive others in the same way God forgives us.

INTRODUCTION (Video – From the movie “Hope Floats” [Sandra Bullock] Birdee’s interview with Dot). We hear a lot in church about the need to seek forgiveness and how to seek forgiveness. But I want to talk today about how to give it. How should we receive and apology? People change. And Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: *other

Learning To Be Content

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 5, 2005

This sermon deals with how Paul learned to be content

Learning To Be Content Phil 4:4-19, Heb 13:5-6 This morning my subject is on "Learning To Be Content". Let me begin this morning by sharing a little rhyme with you....... As a rule, man’s a fool When it’s hot, he wants it cool. And when it’s cool, he wants it hot, Always ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-19

Denomination: Baptist

Three Bells And Three W's

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Nov 3, 2005

Three uses of bells - to call us to Worship, to Warn us of danger, and proclaim something Wonderful. Sermon delivered on the occasion of a visiting church bell choir.

Intro: • Since we have the Chehalis UMC Bell Choir with us today, I decided it would be enlightening for us to discover what lessons God might teach us from bells. • I guess you all know why cows have bells? It’s because their horns don’t work. • In 1996 the Taco Bell Corporation announced that it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:33-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Be Centered

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on May 29, 2007

We are at our best, when we have a central focus of Jesus in our lives.

“Be Centered” “We are at our best, when we have a central focus of Jesus in our lives.” Colossians 3:1-4 Sunday Morning Sermon 05.27.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) It doesn’t take a team or a group of people very much to be successful – I’ve noticed this with our softball team, it seems we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whatever It Takes To Know God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006

Second in a series of messages encouraging believers to do "whatever it takes" to grow in their walk with Jesus. This message focuses on discipleship.

Review: A “Whatever it Takes” Commitment: 1. Does not hold to convention 2. Is not hemmed in by circumstances 3. Does not heed convenience 4. Is not hampered by criticism 5. Does bring honor to Christ Read Colossians 2:1-7 Purpose (v. 2): My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Million Dollar Idea But My Mind Stuck On Credit

Contributed by Robert Parker on Mar 29, 2007

A sermon directed toward God’s plea to the believer to give of themselves for the Kingdom of God and not to conform to this lost and dying world.

Romans 12:1 -2 (12:1) I Beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. (12:2) And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church