Sermons on Quality Of Living:

True Satisfaction

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 31, 2026

Holy Communion, where we receive true food and drink true drink and remember that through Jesus, we are never spiritually hungry and never spiritually thirsty ... because of the sacrifice of His body and blood we have eternal life through Him.

What happens to food … like this piece of bread [eat piece of bread] … when you eat it? Well … it goes to our stomach where it is broken down by hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes so that it can be absorbed into my body. That piece of bread that I just ate will eventually become a part of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:48-56, John 12:49, Matthew 13:14-15

Denomination: United Methodist

My Soul Magnifies The Lord: The First Song Of Discipleship - Luke 1:46–47 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 2, 2026

Discipleship does not begin with a plan, a programme, or a platform. It begins with a heart that is captured by God. “Oh, how my soul praises the Lord.” May that be the song of every disciple who follows Jesus.

My Soul Magnifies the Lord: The First Song of Discipleship - Luke 1:46–47 (NLT) Introduction: When Discipleship Begins with Worship Discipleship does not begin with a plan, a programme, or a platform. It begins with a heart that is captured by God. Before Mary ever held the Christ-child in her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-47, Psalm 34:3, Isaiah 12:2, James 4:6, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Romans 12:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Limitations Of The Natural Person And Essential Presence Of The Spirit Of Christ. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 5, 2024

The Bible teaches that there are two types of people: the natural person and the spiritual person.

The Bible teaches that there are two types of people: the natural person and the spiritual person. In 1 Corinthians 2:14, the apostle Paul writes, "The natural person does not accept the things of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14, John 6:63, Acts 1:8

God’s Plan For Restoration Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2024

Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, but it can be affected by various challenges, including impotence, leading to emotional and spiritual distress.

God's Plan for Restoration of Marriage Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God, but it can be affected by various challenges, including impotence, leading to emotional and spiritual distress. However, God has a plan for restoration, offering hope and healing for couples facing such ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21, Matthew 19:12

Dealing With Contradictions

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 8, 2021

As Christians, we live in world that is foreign to us. We live in a world that contradicts the life that Jesus lived - a life that He said we could also live. This message examines the reasons why we face contradictions in our lives and how to deal with them.

In the Gospels, Jesus uses a method of teaching known as parables to communicate principles about the kingdom of God. A parable compares two things by placing them side by side. By using parables, Jesus compares the unfamiliar, the kingdom of God, to the familiar, nature and life experiences. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:15-21, John 17:20-23, Mark 11:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Here Is Joy

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 19, 2004

The things that rob us of joy are: 1. Living a life of isolation. 2. Living for the material world. 3. Living without Jesus.

How much money would it take to make you happy? A million dollars? Two million? Jack Whittaker, 57, won the largest undivided jackpot in U. S. History — $314.9 million — two years ago. But Jewel Whittaker, Jack’s wife, told the Charleston Gazette, “I wish all of this never would have happened. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Our Harmony In Our Style Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 16, 2007

Christians should go from living in the singular to living in the plural. The church is Christianity in the plural. Living in harmony is like making music together.

Our Harmony in Our Style Unity, Harmony, and Community – Part 3 John 17:20-23 Have you ever heard a quartet sing? I know you have heard all kinds of quartets. You have heard barbershop quartets, gospel quartets, or even pop-band quartets. You can hear good ones on the radio, and you can see them ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

”schematics, Trademarks And Transformation” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 17, 2013

Why does our profession often times not coincide with the lives that we are living? Paul gives some instructions on living a TRANSFORMED LIFE.

”Schematics, Trademarks and Transformation” Romans 12:1-2 What would it be like if we had to get up and profess what we believed based on how we actually lived our lives? If we were honest, we might say: “I believe in God the Father, maker of heaven and earth”, with whom I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Play Nicely With Others Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 30, 2014

The Lord gives his people instructions for their lives together. They are given in love with the desire that the people of God live abundant, free, and fruitful lives.

Exodus 20:12-16 “Play Nicely with Others” INTRODUCTION Twenty five years ago author Robert Fulghum wrote a book entitled, All I Really Need to Know, I Learned in Kindergarten. It was immediately a smashing success. The book contained observations and rules such as: Share ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Put God First

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 22, 2014

We put God first because that's the purpose of our lives, the worth of our lives and the only way to fulfilment in our lives.

Matt 6:25-34 Put God First ES 23 Feb 14 1889 Our lives are driven by needs – physical, material, emotional, or social. • It ranges from the simple and tangible like food and clothing, to the intangible need for love and recognition. • Some are crucial to our survival and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Being More Than A Conqueror

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 9, 2012

Most believers live well below where God desres us to live. We live counted out instead of a life with purpose.

Being more than a conqueror Romans chapter 8:26-8:39 Introduction- This was birthed by prayer and ideas from some contributors of Sermoncentral. Romans chapter 8 We have been in a series about living the abundant life for 4 weeks, that ended last week, but the thought is continued this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-39

Denomination: Nazarene

A New Foundation Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

Because of Easter we have a new foundation for our lives. That foundation is built by hearing the truth, living the truth and resting in the truth.

EASTER – A NEW FOUNDATION In May of 1981, a woman named Mae Rose in Winter Park Florida heard her dog barking outside. She thought that maybe it was barking at a squirrel. Turns out the dog was barking at a sinkhole that was opening up in her back yard. It kept opening until it had swallowed up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Return To Eden

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2003

God will bring our lives back to perfection!

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2015) (Powerpoints used with this message are available at no charge. Just email me at mnewland@sstelco.com and request #332.) Years ago, when our children were small, I learned a lot about being a parent. But ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Church Of God

A New Age For Discovery

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 9, 2015

This is a good "time" to live into a New Age of Discovery!

Title: A New Age for Discovery Text: Psalm 111:2-6 Thesis: This is a good “time” to live into a New Age of Discovery. Introduction Last Sunday I mentioned that, from an old Earth perspective, we are living in the geological period that began 542 million years ago: • 542 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Profit Of Death: An Exposition Of Philippians 1:21-30 Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 12, 2020

Paul, the imprisoned veteran of the Christian warfare encourages the Church in Philippi which was inhabited by retired Roman soldiers.

The Profit of Death: An Exposition of Philippians 1:21-30 The epistle of Philippians explodes with joy. Everywhere, Paul is talking about his rejoicing and commanding that the Philippians do likewise. When one considers that Paul is currently in prison and is facing the prospects of execution, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible