Sermons on Preferences:

Post-Modernism Is Dead, Jesus Is Alive

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

I could never accept the curious suggestion by modern philosophers that the meaning of life breaks down to my own personal preference.

“These are exciting times. When I finished the Epilogue to Darwin on Trial in 1993, I compared evolutionary naturalism to a great battleship afloat on the Ocean of Reality. The ship's sides are heavily armored with philosophical and legal barriers to criticism, and its decks are stacked with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Worship: What It Is, What It Isn't

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 30, 2021

For all the notions and preferences, there's no replacing what is good for God that what He has said in His book.

What is worship? Worship is our entire service to God, not just music (Rom. 12:1 — “I appeal to you therefore, brothers,[a] by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.”) Worship is not just a “worship service” we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, 1 Samuel 15:22, Psalm 96:8-9, Revelation 19:10, Jeremiah 10:23  (view more)  (view less)

Saved To Save

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Feb 25, 2003

God wants us to set aside our likes and preferences for the benefit of those who don’t know Him yet.

“Saved to Save” 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Who has ever heard of Harriet Tubman before? Her story is an exciting one. She was a runaway slave who was able to get to the north with the help of some sympathetic people both white and black. She was so thankful for the help that she had received that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

"Fish Don't Look At The Bottom Of Your Boat"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Nov 13, 2006

Fish are not checking out the potential beauty of the bottom of the boat and deciding by this measure by whom they would prefer to be caught. They are drawn in by what is on the hook?

Title: “Fish don’t look at the Bottom of the Boat.” Introduction: Jesus told his disciples that if they would follow him, than he would make of them “Fishers of Men.” In this text, Jesus is on a fishing expedition. You might find the title of this message a bit strange, so let me do my best to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

What Burns You Up? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 17, 2002

We have a choice: we can either learn from the real Jesus of Scripture, or the Jesus we’d prefer to believe in.

What Burns You Up? (John 2:13-22) Introduction 1. Imagine attending a church service in 50A.D.. The small congregation of Jewish believers has opened up the meeting for sharing, and one a man about 60 stands up to share…. 2. I came to believe in Yeshua last year, though I met him in the Temple ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Big Bounce - Pt. 1 - Unequal Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 16, 2012

We prefer the easy road. We try to avoid any obstacles. We must learn to handle “The Big Bounce!”

“The Big Bounce” Pt. 1 - Unequal Text: 1 Samuel 4:11 The ark of God was captured; and the two sons of Eli, Hophni and Phinehas, died. 1 Chronicles 13:1-14 David consulted with all of his leaders, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds. Then David addressed the entire assembly of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Big Bounce - Pt. 2 - Bump Basics! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 16, 2012

We prefer the easy road. We try to avoid any obstacles. We must learn to handle “The Big Bounce!”

“The Big Bounce” Pt. 2 - Bump Basics Text: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14 David consulted with all of his leaders, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds. Then David addressed the entire assembly of Israel, "If it seems right to you, and it is God's will, let's invite all our relatives ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hacer El Bien Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on May 19, 2019

Si es la voluntad de Dios, es preferible sufrir por hacer el bien que por hacer el mal.

En una ocasión fui al otorrinolaringólogo para que me atendiera mi oído que a raíz de un catarro se me había quedado obstruido. Fui porque la verdad ya no aguantaba la sensación de tener el oído tapado, y fui para que aliviara mi sufrimiento. Todo iba muy bien ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Modern-Day Legalism (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Greg Powell on Sep 23, 2020

Legalism is potentially such a damaging, deceitful, and depressing way to view the Christian life.

INTRO: I’ve tried to be very clear and practical at each point in this topic about what legalism is, what it does, and what it looks like. We spent the last message covering the statements a legalist might say, the specifics of legalism as far as the actual fundamental definitions of this way of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20, Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Priority

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 28, 2025

What you prioritise determines what you become and what you attract in life.

THE POWER OF PRIORITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:33 Key Verse: “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” (Matthew 6:33) Supporting Texts: Luke 10:41-42, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Choices That Build Or Break A Legacy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 15 challenges us with a powerful truth: it is not where you come from, but what you choose that determines your destiny.

CHOICES THAT BUILD OR BREAK A LEGACY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 15:1-34 Supporting Texts: 2 Chronicles 14:1-7; Psalm 1:6; Proverbs 10:7; 2 Chronicles 16:7-9; 1 Samuel 2:30 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 15 presents a striking contrast between two kings of Judah—Abijam and Asa. While both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 15:1-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unstoppable Favour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

Unstoppable favour means that no matter the opposition, delay, or background, God’s favour will still locate you and announce you.

UNSTOPPABLE FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 2:15-17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 5:12; Proverbs 3:3-4; Genesis 39:21; Luke 2:52; Isaiah 60:10 INTRODUCTION: Favour is a divine advantage that makes a person stand out in life. It is a supernatural endorsement that opens doors, secures ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Favour That Speaks In Difficult Times

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025

Today’s message is a call to trust in God’s ability to cause His favour to distinguish, elevate, and provide for you—even in difficult times. You are not alone, and your hardship is not the end of your story. Favour will speak for you!

FAVOUR THAT SPEAKS IN DIFFICULT TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 3:21 Supporting Texts: Psalm 102:13, Esther 2:15-17, Genesis 39:21, Daniel 1:9, Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons of adversity—moments when resources are scarce, doors are closed, and hope appears ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:21, Psalm 102:13, Esther 2:15-17, Genesis 39:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Focus On Jesus Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 29, 2015

We easily get sidetracked from our walk with God in our traditions or preferences. The key to worship and a walk of faith is to focus on Jesus above ourselves.

1. Pulpits A preacher described a special interest he had as a guest speaker to various congregations. "Whenever I preach in a church I haven't been to before, I am always anxious to stand behind the pulpit to get a feel for it. I want to stand there and look out at the still empty pews and imagine ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why "once Saved Always Saved" Is Such A Dangerous False Doctrine

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Why do we cling to error, even when the truth is so clear? Perhaps it is because we prefer a certain formula that we find comforting.

Hebrews 3:12-14 "Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. 13 But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. 14 For we have come to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Hebrews 3:12-14, Romans 11:11-31

Denomination: Salvation Army