Sermons on Protection Of God:

Are We Fishing For Souls Or Have We Become Keepers Of Aquariums?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 23, 2023

Today’s sermon is about Jesus calling four fishermen to follow him. We can find this story also in Mark 1:16-20.

Jesus advised Peter and Andrew to leave their fishing business and become “fishers of men.” That means they were to help other people to find God. Jesus was calling them from their useful business to be spiritually useful. How many of us have heard the call and answered? We as a whole need to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whose Side Are We On?

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Apr 9, 2017

Sermon for Palm Sunday

Most of you will remember the 1981 Springbok Tour. For those here who were not living in Aotearoa New Zealand at the time, or were yet born, this was a time of tremendous social upheaval, which arose over a tour by the South African rugby team. Back then, South Africa was an international pariah, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Song Of Faithfullness Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Mar 2, 2016

In every relationship, particularly marriage, there are times when the believer must be faithful, regardless of the challenge.

Allan Petersen, in The Myth of the Greener Grass, tells the story of a group of a dozen married women having lunch together. One woman asked, "How many of you have been faithful to your husbands throughout your marriage?" Only one woman out of the twelve raised her hand. At home that evening, one ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Reach Out To Jesus Today? (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 7, 2016

We are here this morning, and we may all have different problems, different circumstances, different issues…We All Need Jesus!!

Mark 5:21-Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. 22 And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet 23 and begged Him earnestly, saying, "My little ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

Being Socially Balanced Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2021

This series identifies areas in your life that need to be balanced. This is the 6th sermon in the series, Balanced Living.

Series: Balanced Living [#6] BEING SOCIALLY BALANCED John 15:12-13 Introduction: We are social beings. Loneliness is not a part of God's plan. God made us for relationships. We are meant to have friends. John 15:12-13 Generally speaking, there are 2 types of friends: * Casual friends. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Easter: Where Is The Joy?

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Apr 6, 2019

This the season for JOY. Although what they did to my Lord was horrific, He outlasted them and brought much JOY to those who would believe in Him. And the JOY continues. HAPPY EASTER!

SCRIPTURE Luke 22:1-7 Luke 22:14-22 Luke 22:31-34 INTRODUCTION Today's Sermon is titled EASTER- Is there JOY? You may have noticed that I did not read all of the verses. It was my attempt to shorten the sermon so that everyone can arrive at home before midnight. This is not all of what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-22, Luke 22:31-34, Matthew 26:53, Matthew 20:18-19, Matthew 27:11, Matthew 27:22-44, John 12:31-33, 1 Peter 3:19, Hebrews 2:14, 1 Corinthians 15:24, Matthew 28:1-10, John 14:1-7, Luke 22:1-7, Matthew 8:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

Palm Sunday: Choose A Donkey Over A Horse

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 9, 2019

Sermon explores the message of servanthood in JEsus's​ choice to ride a donkey into JErusale​m.

Choose A Donkey Over A Horse St. Matthews Episcopal Church The Rev. Rian Adams For over a decade I’ve preached from the Passion narrative on Palm Sunday. This year I’m going to follow my personality and deviate from the norm. Today I’m preaching from the Palm Sunday Gospel reading. Why? Palm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:26-40

Denomination: Episcopal

Twenty-Ninth Sunday In Ordinary Time, B- Servant Leadership. Blah-Blah-Blah

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Sep 29, 2024

Once you accept the cup. Then your path to glory is by your service.

Servant leadership. Blah-blah-blah. and so on; and so forth. Ever since Robert Greenleaf coined the term, there has been so much information out there on servant leadership that is too academic, or filed with unpractical generalizations like servant leadership is not command and control, nor ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45, Mark 10:45

Denomination: Catholic

Blessings And Sacrifice

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 23, 2024

In the Kingdom the greatest blessings often come after great sacrifice. Titles and position sometimes do not bring what people desire because they are promoted to their level of incompetence.

Mark 10:32 And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him, 33 Saying, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Revenge Or Justice? (Genesis 34)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 15, 2024

Do we seek justice or revenge? Let's look at a case study in Genesis 34.

Do we want true justice or is our motive really revenge for wrongful acts? Should we fight every wrong in the world or sometimes wait on God for justice? Let’s look at justice and revenge in Genesis 34. What did Shechem do to Dinah? Did he want to marry her afterwards? Dinah, the daughter of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: John 6:66: Satan’s Six Pack.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 20, 2024

These disciples refused to sign-on to Jesus’ Eucharistic teaching that Eucharist not a symbol.

Marriott's Fairfield Inn's require guests at certain times of the year to sign No Party Agreements. The actual document reads as follows: We understand that hotels are the ideal place to celebrate new adventures; however, problems occur when the celebration becomes a disturbance to our ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Catholic

From Gold Medals To Eternal Glory: Carlos Yulo's Journey And The Christian Path

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 5, 2024

This sermon talks about the celebration of a remarkable achievement in sports and to draw inspiration from it for our spiritual journey.

Introduction Brothers and sisters in Christ, today's message will talk about the celebration of a remarkable achievement in sports and to draw inspiration from it for our spiritual journey. The story of Carlos Yulo, who brought home two gold medals from the 2024 Olympics, is a testament to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Next Event On The End Times’ Timeline Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 17, 2020

This sermon looks at the Rapture and the details surrounding it.

WHAT'S THE NEXT EVEN ON THE END TIMES' TIMELINE? The Rapture. - 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. a. First, like much of the end times’ timeline, this is not something we would necessarily guess. - 1 Thessalonians 4:13 – “we do not want you to be ignorant” - This points to it being something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:50-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission: A Command To Be Obeyed Matthew 28:19-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 3, 2024

Hudson Taylor: "The Great Commission is not an option to be considered; it is a command to be obeyed." This profound declaration calls us to reflect on our role as followers of Christ.

The Great Commission: A Command to Be Obeyed Introduction: Today, we are going to delve into a powerful statement by Hudson Taylor: "The Great Commission is not an option to be considered; it is a command to be obeyed." This profound declaration calls us to reflect on our role as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 2:2, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: Unashamed Of The Gospel Mark 8:38 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 28, 2024

In Mark 8:38 Jesus speaks directly about the cost of being ashamed of Him. He warns that if we deny Him in this life, we will face denial in eternity.

Transformed by Truth: Unashamed of the Gospel Mark 8:38 (NLT): “If anyone is ashamed of me and my message in these adulterous and sinful days, the Son of Man will be ashamed of that person when he returns in the glory of his Father with the holy angels.” Introduction: A Bold Faith in a Broken ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:38, Romans 1:16, Matthew 10:33, Romans 12:2, Philippians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal