Sermons on Productive:

Getting What You Ask For From God

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on May 6, 2012

Based on the Lectionary readings for the 5th Sunday in Easter (Acts 9:26-31; 1 John 3:18-24; John 15:1-8). Jesus says that we can ask anything from God and receive it. 1 John explains it, and Acts shows the consequence.

Jesus said to his disciples: "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine grower. He takes away every branch in me that does not bear fruit, and every one that does he prunes so that it bears more fruit. You are already pruned because of the word that I spoke to you. Remain in me, as I remain in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

"How To Become A Super Saint"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 3, 2007

Every Christian should strive to be a "Super Saint" and pray "Super Size Me, God!"

“How to Become a Super Saint” October 7, 2007 If I were to ask you if you were a saint, most of you would probably say no. The reason is because the popular definition of that word is someone who is perfect or almost perfect. We think of saints in the catholic sense of someone like “Saint John” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12

Denomination: Holiness

The Power Of Purity In The Bride - 1

Contributed by James Snyder on Sep 8, 2016

The bride’s purity is the foundation of this joyful relationship with the groom. The key thing here is “purity.” This is the overwhelming factor in the bride’s relationship with the groom.

William Bower came to our church a very discouraged, retired pastor who had been abused throughout his pastorates. I knew the background story and when his wife died, he sank into a great slough of despond. When he came to the church, he drug his depression along with him. Nobody ever really saw ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:4-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Let Love Lead Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 30, 2021

Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry.

SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS REF: 013 1 Corinthians 13:13, CSB: "Now these three remain: faith, hope, and love--but the greatest of these is love." LET LOVE LEAD Christianity is built on three strong characters. These great characters form the basis of the Christian ministry. Without ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13, Proverbs 10:12

Denomination: Charismatic

Witness: Perseveres #6 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019

The greatest witness to God's power come from those on the margins.

We began a conversation three weeks ago about what gives us meaning in this life and I suggested that the question is actually a mute point for those who call themselves Christian because if we believe that Christ came, died and rose again then we must also live out this reality. To live out this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Communicating With God Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 10, 2016

God wants a relationship with us and wants to communicate with us.

Hearing God’s Voice – 5 “Communicating with God” Luke 8:5-8 One of the major differences between Christianity and other religions is that God is alive and He wants to have a relationship with us. In fact our salvation is based on the relationship we have with God. But you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resting Is Hard Work PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the concept of spiritual rest in God, its relevance in our lives, and our responsibility to embrace and live in this rest.

Good morning, cherished family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to pause, to breathe, to be still and know that He is God. In the hustle and bustle of life, it's so easy to lose sight of the peace and rest that our Father so generously offers us. We are often caught up ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:6

Topics: Rest, Self-Care

A Kingdom Of The Receptive

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

The parable of the sower shows us how we are to receive the good news of Jesus Christ

A Kingdom of the Receptive Matthew 13.1-17 September 14, 1997 Morning Service Introduction I. Ben Franklin’s Field of Plaster: Ben Franklin was known for his outrageous experiments, one such experiment revealed that plaster could be sown with crops to help them grow, when he shared his discovery ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

A Transformed Disciple Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Mar 29, 2008

Sermon Series on what it truely means to be a transformed disciple of Christ.

A Transformed Discipe By: Pastor Donny Granberry Today I want to ask you a question and offer a resolution to that Question. The Question is, “Are you a disciple or follower of Christ?”, and if so, “What distinguishes that to others?” You see, many believe that the function of the church is to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beginning Of It All Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 17, 2017

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Beginning of It All Gen 1:1-2:3 David Taylor

Creation, Sin, and More Sin The Beginning of It All Gen 1:1-2:3 David Taylor December 10, 2016 Today we start working through the book of Genesis, the first book of the bible. I will split the book up into three series, chapters 1-11 which centers on the beginning of history; 12-36 which ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus, The Figure Of Adam Who Is To Come

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 18, 2016

To show that sin and death reigned from adam (beginning) to Moses (law) while Life and Holiness reigned in CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you alive in CHRIST? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that sin and death reigned from adam (beginning) to Moses (law) while Life and Holiness reigned in CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Romans 5:14 (Amplified Bible) Yet death held sway from Adam ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Study To Be Quiet!

Contributed by David Zachrich on Jun 4, 2022

At Kent State, where I teach, as with almost all colleges, there are a group of classes that are core courses – everyone must take them as part of their education, regardless of major or career goal. ... Almost no one wants to take them, but everyone knows that they are essential.

1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 Study to be Quiet Friends in Christ, At Kent State, where I teach, as with almost all colleges, there are a group of classes that are core courses – everyone must take them as part of their education, regardless of major or career goal. Math, history, sociology, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Denomination: Lutheran

His Commission, My Mission

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Jun 2, 2001

We are all called to be evangelists in the kingdom of God.

His Commission, My Mission Matthew 28:16-20 (The Great Comission is Local in scope with a vision for the world. Personal in duty with a dependency on the church) Introduction: (Requires a can of Coca-cola) Coca-cola is one product that has far outgrown its humble beginnings. In 1886, Dr. John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Reversing Tragedy Into Opportunity

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 17, 2010

When tragedy struck the saints, it is to prove that we are standing on solid ground. Let us see the seven lessons to reverse tragedy into victory.

REVERSING TRAGEDY INTO OPPORTUNITY 2 Kings 4:1-7 2Ki 4:1 The wife of a man from the company of the prophets cried out to Elisha, Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that he revered the LORD. But now his creditor is coming to take my two boys as his slaves. 2Ki 4:2 Elisha replied to her, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 28, 2009

Lets get things right

REVIVAL Hosea 6: 2 After two days will he revive us: in the third day he will raise us up, and we shall live in his sight. 1. God is the source of Revival “ Wilt thou revive us again” Psalm 85:6 See the things that are attributed to the Lord in ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:2

Denomination: Baptist