Sermons on Preference:

Three Kinds Of Blindness

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Mar 22, 2020

Our inability to see comes in different forms.

Our readings talk about blindness. Our inability to see, however, comes in different forms. One kind of blindness is a natural one, as we find in our Gospel, where the man healed by Jesus was blind from birth. Natural blindness is what we most commonly think about. Nevertheless, we can ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Why Did Jesus Have To Die? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 16, 2013

Jesus had to die because He was fulfilling the covenant promise made to our father in faith, Abraham.

Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion 2013 One of the great questions Christians ask, once they understand the true horror of Jesus’s death on the cross, is “why did Jesus have to die?” Yes, God so loved the world that He gave His only-begotten Son, but why such a gruesome ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Asked To Do Hard Things Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Oct 19, 2013

We shouldn't expect the work of the Lord to be easy.

Ezekiel put in A LOT of effort to obey God, even to the point where obeying God put him into uncomfortable situations. He was asked to do many difficult things. Here are some examples: In Chapter 4 of Ezekiel, God wants Ezekiel to get the point of the siege God is going to let happen to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Employment Conditions

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 19, 2014

A drama for children: Employment Conditions

Employment Conditions (Based on Matthew 10) Materials: a hard hat, a high visibility vest, a clip board with the following employment conditions. Setting: Building site, a new city hospital You are a Recruitment officer from the building site. You are speaking to the congregation to enlist ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Devote Yourselves

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 5, 2015

We must continually devote ourselves to God.

Devote Yourselves January 4, 2015 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must continually devote ourselves to God. Focus Passage: 1 Kings 8:56-61 Supplemental Passage: "For the eyes of the LORD move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:56-61

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting Room

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 23, 2019

It is difficult to wait, especially on God. Yet, faith enables us to wait for just the right moment to move.

1. When our daughter was very young, riding in the back seat in her car seat, my wife and I were discussing names. She commented, “You should always name your child something you like because you will say the name often.” A little voice from the back said, “Then you should have named me, ‘No’ or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Goodness Of Being Empty

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

THANK GOD THE TOMB WAS EMPTY

THE GOODNESS OF BEING EMPTY MATT. 28:6 1. INTRODUCTION. MANY OF US, IF NOT ALL OF US DO NOT LIKE THINGS THAT ARE EMPTY; FOR INSTANCE, WE DO NOT LIKE EMPTY BANK ACCOUNTS, EMPTY GAS TANKS, EMPTY REFRIGERATORS, EMPTY CUPBOARDS, EMPTY STOMACHS, AND EMPTY PURSES OR WALLETS. NO, MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Yoke Of Debt

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Jan 8, 2021

Many people one way or the other found themselves in debt today and they need a way out, the one that can liberate us and take us out of that debt is God

The aim of this lesson is to let you know that it is not the will of God for you to be in debt, many people one way or the other found themselves in debt today and they need a way out, the one that can liberate us and take us out of that debt is God, he wants His children to enjoy this prosperity ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Is Your Free Will Taking You? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jul 1, 2019

Our free will is what got us in trouble in the first place. And unless we surrender it willingly and we are completely certain we don't ever want it back; God will not take it away from us.

Not only did God give each and every one of us a certain potential, but He also gave us the abilities to fulfill it. And the more we use them; the more pleased He is with us. As a matter of fact; our conscious involvements are expected of us by the divine. Jesus' parable of the three talents ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Galatians 5:13

Unity Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 7, 2021

Most people cannot remember a more divided America than the one we live in today. How did we get here? How can we heal?

The Revolutionary Gospel Galatians 3 – Unity September 12, 2021 Most people cannot remember a more divided America than the one we live in today. The vitriol has escalated to dangerous levels and our culture is on the verge of a meltdown not seen in decades. These perilous times require us to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29, Revelation 7:9, John 13:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Is Blessing In Surrendering

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 22, 2017

Before it even crossed our mind to surrender to God, He first loved us, by dying on the cross for our sins.

According to Webster’s Dictionary, surrender is an act of yielding or resigning your life or the possession of something into the power of another; to give up or to yield to the influence, passion, or power of another. I PARTLY DISAGREE. IN SURRENDERING TO GOD, IT IS TRUE THAT YOU ARE GIVING UP ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Reprobate?

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Mar 15, 2022

We all probably have at least one reprobate on our prayer list. How can we recognize a reprobate when we see one?

Scriptures are from the KJV Are You a Reprobate? What is a reprobate? Chances are you have at least one or two on your prayer list. Reprobate appears about 8 times in the King James Version of the Bible. I’m going to read you four verses that I believe paint a very clear picture of what a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:30, Romans 1:28, 2 Timothy 3:8, Titus 1:16

Denomination: Charismatic

Power Of Excellent Action In Life And Leadership

Contributed by Benjamin Suulola on Nov 22, 2022

Everywhere we are is a platform to serve God. God has put an Excellent Spirit in us, it is our responsibility to make this to begin to manifest.

The Power Excellent Action in Life and Leaderdhip can never be overestimated. People don’t just prefer people. Daniel proved himself more capable than others in Babylon. The Spirit of Excellence was upon Daniel and because of this he proved himself beyond reasonable doubt. As children of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19

Denomination: Apostolic

Four Men At A Communion Table

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 22, 2024

In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. First table a prophecy: a memorial. First table that looked to Calvary. The table today looks backward to the same cross.

In an upper room around a table in the city of Jerusalem, we see Jesus and the apostles. First communion table in history. First table a prophecy: a memorial. First table that looked to Calvary. The table today looks backward to the same cross. The most solemn and sacred place on earth without ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Some People Struggle To Change For The better? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 17, 2024

Some individuals may choose not to alter their existing habits and beliefs, opting to maintain the status quo and continue struggling with their conflicting commitments rather than embracing change.

People often struggle to change due to various reasons. Here are some possible reasons why people don't change: Fear of the unknown: Many individuals find comfort in familiarity and fear the uncertainty that comes with change. Laziness and complacency: Change often requires effort and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:15