Sermons on Prayerful Man:

Visit Of The Wisemen Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2017

The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing that Herod did not want was competition. When these wise men showed up in Jerusalem, it created quite a stir and Herod had his curiosity peaked.

-4 BC- Jerusalem and Bethlehem Visit of the Wisemen (Numbers 24:17) Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem. (Matthew 2:1) The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Situational Engagement As A Strategic Father Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

Becoming a father is one of the greatest adventures. In this moment, our identity and title forever change. Some of us are thrust into it, and others of us planned it; either way, it’s an adventure. But how do we engage?

Fathering, the Great Adventure Becoming a father is one of the greatest adventures. In this moment, our identity and title forever change. Some of us are thrust into it, and others of us planned it; either way, it’s an adventure. Throughout Scripture, we see many different types of fathers and the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Wonders Of The Spiritual Realm I: The Wonder Of It All Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 3, 2019

We go through life wondering about "this or that" - and there are plenty of majestic marvels to wonder about - yet the wonder of it all is that God so loved that He sent His one and only Son!

WONDERS OF THE SPIRITUAL REALM IN WHICH CHRISTIANS RESIDE AND ABIDE As surely as there are Wonders of the Natural World, there are Wonders of the Spiritual Realm in which Christians reside and abide! ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Minors' Lessons That Have Major Impact Ii: Commitment - Learned From Haggai Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 16, 2019

Christians need a revival of commitment in a day when self-centeredness has taken center stage in a selfish society. Haggai proclaims the need to reflect on our selfish ways and to return to God's sacrificial way.

MINORS’ LESSONS THAT HAVE MAJOR IMPACT II: COMMITMENT - Learned from Haggai We continue learning from the Minor Prophets some lessons that have a major impact on our lives; there are six essentials we must put into practice if we want to measure up to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:7-9, Haggai 1:12-15, Haggai 2:16-19

Faith Lessons From The Big Guns A Midrash Extravaganza Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 13, 2018

Even before the Flood, God’s people related to Him on the basis of faith. The writer extracts some important Christian beliefs from their examples.

Faith Lessons from the Big Guns A Midrash Extravaganza (Hebrews 11:4-7) 1. This is a wonderful time to live when it comes to new technologies and inventions. Elon Musk, who oversees Tesla, SpaceX, and The Boring Company is sort of a cross between Thomas Edison and Cornelius Vanderbilt. 2. But ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is Your Life Sacrificial Or Superficial?

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Nov 28, 2014

So many Christians believe if they were given the choice to renounce Jesus or die, that they would choose torture and death, but would they really? If we cannot make small sacrifices now, we cannot hope to make bigger ones later.

In this sermon, I also shared the Text Illustration: The Rich Family in Church by Eddie Ogan Read story of a martyr – short one. I chose the story of Nichomachus, from Foxes Book of Martyrs. You’re living your life for Jesus Christ, but are you ready AND willing to die for Him? Could ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Charismatic

The God Who Runs

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 6, 2014

A perspective on Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32. The loving father does he wait for a lengthy and rehearsed apology from his returning son. He sees him coming in the distance and with joy runs out to greet him. In this way he brings honour again to his son.

Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 The God Who Runs God loves to have a party. He has been known to host the best and biggest celebrations in heaven whenever a sinner turns around from following their own desires and decides to come home to God. Everyone is invited to celebrate. Our parable today is not so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Momma, What Is In The Bottom Of The Barrel?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 9, 2014

Things may look hopeless, but God can provide our needs... Look in the barrel...

MOMMA, WHAT IS IN THE BOTTOM OF THE BARREL? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have an old fashion looking barrel with a little meal in the bottom... beneath the meal, I have a big printed sign: MIRACLE... YOU CAN NOT SEE MIRACLE UNTIL THE MEAL IS ALMOST GONE... I. WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Not From A Distance Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 14, 2014

God is not distant from us; in Christ, He is us, and He gives us the grace to forgive and be healed.

4th Sunday of Advent 2014 Extraordinary Form About a quarter century ago Bette Midler recorded a song by Julie Gold called “from a distance.” The idea behind the lengthy lyrics is that if you get far enough away from planet earth, it all looks green and blue and serene. You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

The Dangers Of Legalism

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

The Dangers of Legalism Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Dangers of Legalism Luke 11:37-54 I want to start out defining legalism. It has many forms and faces and all of us are susceptible to it. At its worst legalism is a false gospel. Legalism is the damning lie that says God’s pleasure and joy in me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fifth Trumpet

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 27, 2014

God commands an angel to be sent from Heaven to unleash locusts with a horrifying purpose, but still mankind continues to rebel against Him. Christians today have a mission to tell others about Christ, and once again we see the urgency to do so!

The Fifth Trumpet Revelation, Part 10, Revelation 9:1-10 Introduction - The pause in time is Heaven actually holding its breath! -- APP: The awe of God’s power is breath-taking to Heaven’s inhabitants -- This also allows the earth to think about what it has done; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 9:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Legalism

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Dangers of Legalism

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Dangers of Legalism Luke 11:37-54 I want to start out defining legalism. It has many forms and faces and all of us are susceptible to it. At its worst legalism is a false gospel. Legalism is the damning lie that says God’s pleasure and joy in me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul’s Perspective On Adversity Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Paul’s Perspective on Adversity

Philippians - Manual of Joy Paul’s Perspective on Adversity 1:12-18a David Taylor We are working our way through the letter to the church at Philippi. One of the main themes is that joy is central to our lives when Christ is central in our lives. Joy is not a choice, not an attitude but is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy And Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Joy and Secret of Contentment

Philippians - Manual of Joy The Secret of Contentment 4:10-13 David Taylor Contentment does not come naturally to us but it is possible to live with contentment. Paul said he had learned the secret of contentment. A lack of contentment shows up in the high rate of consumer debt. We ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Anger Management

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 18, 2014

Lets look at our anger control. Don't be mad but it might need some attention.

God’s anger management Ephesians 4:26-4:32 Introduction- Turn to Ephesians 4:26-4:32. We are going to look at the subject of anger this morning. Don’t be Mad! Anger is one of those things that we quickly see in others, quickly condemn, but when we look at ourselves, it is often ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-32

Denomination: Nazarene