Sermons on Rachel:

Crying In The Wilderness

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 17, 2023

If we don’t live the Gospel, how will people believe that Christ also lives? People must see that we are real, before they will believe that Jesus is.

I expect most of you know by now that we have a homegrown preacher next week. Our newest deacon, Drew Johnson, is going to be my sub on December 26 while I’m off basking in sunny Minneapolis. He’s been up here before, of course: many of you remember when he was a shepherd in our Christmas pageant a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-6, Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Act Of War

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Have a good Thanksgiving? • Turkey or ham debate? • Turkey, ham, goat debate? • Venison or bacon debate? Both please!

You don’t need to answer these questions out loud. I’m going to ask you to be honest with yourself: • Do you ever grow tired of hearing sermons about Christmas? • Do you kind of glaze when you know you are about to hear the same story you’ve heard so many times? • On the flipside, what was the most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Revelation 12:1-17

The Flight Into Egypt And The Massacre Of The Innocents.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 28, 2022

A spiritual walk and a spiritual battle.

THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT AND THE MASSACRE OF THE INNOCENTS. Matthew 2:13-23. I. THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT. Matthew 2:13-15; Matthew 2:19-23. 1. Joseph was called into exile (Matthew 2:13). It is important that we do not linger in the place where we have been, but continue to follow the leading of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Altogether Alien Way Of Thinking

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 17, 2025

A sermon for the 6th Sunday of Epiphany, Year C

February 16, 2025 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Jeremiah 17:5-10; 1 Corinthians 15:12-20; Luke 6:17-26 An Altogether Alien Way of Thinking Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In the movie White Christmas, Bing Crosby ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Joseph Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 1, 2025

Genesis 50:20 sums up its moral of the story: “Even though you intended to do harm to me, God intended it for good, in order to preserve a numerous people, as he is doing today.” The purpose of Joseph’s life was “the saving of many lives”.

AMC, 02.11.2025 Text: Genesis 41:36-47 Theme: The Holy Man: Young Adult Joseph   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever.   Introduction: The story of Joseph was so exciting and inspiring for Holiness. Joseph's account is primarily found in Genesis chapters 37-50. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:36-47

Denomination: Methodist

God Is Faithful Despite Sin And Death Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

Even as Jacob’s world is filled with the sins of his sons and the death of his wife and father, God renews his faithful promises.

Genesis 35 February 22, 2004 As we begin this morning I want you to go back with me to the time when Moses wrote this book. The children of Israel are somewhere out in the wilderness. They still have very vivid memories of their time in Egypt. In fact, we know that not only were there memories ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Hall Of Fame # 6 - Ramah Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Dec 31, 2007

A look at Ramah, one of the places mentioned in Ezra’s list and also in the Christmas story.

INTRODUCTION There are many unfamiliar names mentioned in Ezra’s list of returning Jews. But there are a few familiar names. One of them is Ramah. At first glance it might not appear to be. But think of Matthew 2 which tells us of Jesus’ birth - "In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:26

Opening The Ears Of God

Contributed by Dale Sanger on Aug 28, 2005

Sometimes we feel that God is not listening. How can we be sure He hears us?

Opening The Ears of God 14. "if My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land. 15. "Now My eyes will be open and My ears attentive to prayer ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Assurance Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 21, 2006

How do we know for sure that we are really, genuinely, saved? Many things are blamed on God, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, plagues, famines. How do we know that God will keep His word?

Romans 5:6-11 1) Our condition before being saved was that we were helpless. • We were “without strength”: weak, sick, feeble, and powerless. We were spiritually worthless & unable to help ourselves. We were like helpless, weak, sick & dying babies. Our condition was desperate. • “For my life is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Spirits That Attack Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 20, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore four specific spirits that attack marriages, along with biblical examples and insights.

Marriages are under constant attack from various spiritual forces that seek to destroy the unity and love between husbands and wives. In this sermon, we will explore four specific spirits that attack marriages, along with biblical examples and insights. The Spirit of Jezebel The spirit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-16

Concubines (Https://Www.biblegateway.com/Resources/Dictionary-Of-Bible-Themes/5672-Concubines)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 27, 2023

surprising definition

5672 (Strong's Concordance) A woman, often a servant or slave, with whom a man had regular sexual relations, but to whom he was not married. A concubine did not have the rights of a wife and her children were not rightful heirs, though a wife might offer a servant to her husband as a concubine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:3

Denomination: Vineyard

Bethlehem- The City Of David Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 21, 2022

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Bethlehem".

Series: Biblical Cities- Bethlehem [#3] BETHLEHEM- THE CITY OF DAVID Micah 5:2 Introduction: We are in a series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Since it is Christmas Season, we started with Bethlehem. We will continue with our study of Bethlehem. When we think about ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Unearthing The Power Of Spiritual Wells SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Wells symbolize life, prosperity, and abundance. Many biblical figures, from Abraham to Isaac, Jacob, Moses, and even our Lord Jesus Christ, have stories related to wells. This sermon explores the significance of these wells and the types of wells we have.

The Significance of Wells in the Bible Wells play a vital role in the Bible, as many important biblical characters had encounters or stories associated with wells. Wells symbolize life, prosperity, and abundance. From Abraham to Isaac, Jacob, and Moses, even Jesus Christ himself, wells have been a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:15-19

Topics: Holy Spirit In Believers, Significance Of Wells

The Daughters Of The Horseleach

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004

Desire far surpasses talent, charisma, and even exceptional training. If I could choose, it would always be desire.

Mark 10:17-22 -- And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God. Thou knowest the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is Your Quiver Full?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 3, 2001

How valuable are children to you?

Is Your Quiver Full? I must admit this is one of the hardest messages that I have ever brought because I have struggled with this over the years. In fact, as a grandfather of five, I have had second thoughts about what I taught for years about birth control. I even offered to pay for my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, Genesis 30:1-2

Denomination: Baptist