Sermons on Rejoice In Sorrow:

Sermon 5: Easter Questions Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 21, 2019

Mary Magdalene had to answer 3 questions on Easter morning, the same questions we all must ask.

Sermon 5: Easter Questions 82 Hours: Countdown to the Resurrection Chuck Sligh Preaching April 21, 2019 TEXT: John 20:1-18 – “The first day of the week cometh Mary Magdalene early, when it was yet dark, unto the sepulchre, and seeth the stone taken away from the sepulchre. 2 Then she runneth, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Big Party Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 20, 2011

A look at the dedication ceremony after the wall of Jerusalem was rebuilt. A sermon to remind us that there is a necessary place for joy in the Christian’s life

Nehemiah 12:27-43 Introduction: We’ve been taking this trip through the book of Nehemiah, talking about what we’re supposed to do when life gets big – Big Ideas, Big Leaders, Big Strides, and this morning, Big Party. The whole idea comes from Nehemiah ch12, and the massage ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 12:27-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wedding With Unity Candle

Contributed by David Parks on Jun 3, 2004

After each day of creation, the Bible records, "and the Lord saw that it was good." But, after creating man, God surveyed his new creation – man -- new, sinless and pure. And, for the first time in recorded history the Lord said, "IT IS NOT GOOD." IT

Bride’s Processional · “Ladies and gentlemen, would you please rise.” · “You may be seated.” · “Who gives this woman to be married to this man?” · On behalf of Rusy, Emily and their families I wish to thank you all for coming to share in this joyous occasion. · Please bow as we pray. Prayer for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, Genesis 2:20-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope That Does Not Disappoint Series

Contributed by William Nowak on Dec 1, 2002

What does the Bible mean when it says that Jesus Christ is our "hope"?

Isaiah 9:2-7 “Hope That Does Not Disappoint” Intro—It’s hard to believe that it is December already, isn’t it? I guess I’m just used to Thanksgiving being earlier in the month, and you have an extra week or so to get ready for Christmas, but here we are, just 24 days from the Lord’s birthday. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Pain - Job Chapter Three Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 8, 2007

This is a study into Job chapter three.

Jewels From Job Job – Chapter #3 1 After this Job opened his mouth and cursed the day of his birth. 2 And Job spoke, and said: 3 "May the day perish on which I was born, And the night in which it was said, ’A male child is conceived. Job 3:1-3 (NKJV) JOB’S CURSE After losing his possessions, ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Worship With Integrity

Contributed by Greg Addison on Nov 5, 2008

Worship of God has been described as the chief end of man’s existence. In order to be effective, however, man must worship God with integrity. That means we worship Him with our entire life and person and not simply out of ritual or habit. True worship c

HOOK: Let me ask you a question: Why are you here tonight? Several layers to the question: Why are you here tonight? Why are you here tonight? Why are you here tonight? Man is a religious being. We live in a religious society. For all that religion, society isn’t much different or changed. To ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Life Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Sep 3, 2008

As God’s people we are not expected not just to know what we should believe but we need also to know how to behave

TOPIC: BLESSED LIFE (A Life that Honors God – Sermon on the Mount Series) Text: Matthew 5:3-12 INTRODUCTION: In1Timothy 4:16 Paul declares clearly: “Watch your life and doctrine closely. Persevere in them, because if you do, you will save both yourself and your hearers.” NOTICE THAT PAUL ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grin And Bear It

Contributed by Craig Benner on Mar 29, 2013

Did Jesus actually accept the cross in a cheerful fashion? If so, then why? Let us ponder that possibility.

Cheerfuly Giving (It may be Friday, but Sunday’s coming) I. Christ was Set on Joy even through Suffering Hebrews 12:2 2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ-Centered Life Sermon I: Replacing Anguish With Joy And Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 19, 2020

A Christian whose character reflects the person of Jesus Christ is destined to live in joy and peace of the contagious kind.

CHRIST AT THE CENTER OF OUR LIVES OVERCOMES ANGUISH WITH JOY AND PEACE Thank the Lord for good and gracious folks whose paths have crossed yours and mine – in my case, during sixty-five years of ministry and marriage! For you, as it was for me and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

The Not-So-Triumphal Entry Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Jan 14, 2014

Jesus is preparing for His final week of earthly ministry. In this section, He rides the colt of a donkey fulfilling scripture as the coming messiah.

Countdown to Calvary The Final Week of Jesus’ Earthly Ministry Mark 11:1-11 The Not-So-Triumphal Entry 1 Now when they drew near Jerusalem, to Bethphage and Bethany, at the Mount of Olives, He sent two of His disciples; 2 and He said to them, "Go into the village opposite you; and as soon ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Absalom

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 15, 2018

Dis functional family, lack of self control, anger, vengeance and ambition caused the downfall and death this young man named Absalom. The life of Absalom teaches many lessons to parents and young adults.

II Samuel 14:25-27 & II Samuel 18:33 Absalom, the 3rd son of King David was a handsome young man. He was exquisitely good looking in the entire land of Israel (II Samuel 14:25). This young man had everything that he could ask for along with his charming looks which includes name, fame, wealth, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hannah: A Model For Many

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 11, 2011

The characteristics that are worth emulating from Hannah's life and character.

Hannah: A Model for Many (I Sam. 1,2) 1. Brokenhearted: Hannah was barren since the Lord had closed her womb. Her rival, Peninnah, would provoke and irritate Hannah bitterly for many years. Only when the Lord allows us to become so broken are we fully able to realize how utterly dependent we are ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On First Love

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 21, 2025

First Love has been defined as the initial romantic experience a person ever encounters in life.

John Green, an American author once remarked: “You remember your first love because they show you, prove to you, that you can love and be loved, that nothing in this world is deserved except for love, that love is both how you become a person and why.” Revelation 2:4-5 reminds us: “But I have this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:19, John 3:16, John 13:35, Romans 13:10

The 911 Psalm Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 31, 2025

When crisis hits and you don't have time for a long prayer, this short psalm is a powerful, God-given script for your moment of desperation.

Introduction: The Emergency Call There’s a profound difference between a scheduled meeting and an emergency phone call, isn't there? A meeting is on the calendar. We can prepare for it. But an emergency call shatters the schedule. It interrupts everything. Your heart pounds, your mind races, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Life Of The Beatitude Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025

The Beatitudes, spoken by Jesus in His Sermon on the Mount, represent the foundational values of the kingdom of God. They are not just blessings to be admired but character traits to be lived out.

LIVING THE LIFE OF THE BEATITUDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:1-12 Supporting Texts: Psalm 1:1-3, Romans 12:9-21, James 1:22-25, Galatians 5:22-26, Colossians 3:12-17 INTRODUCTION: The Beatitudes, spoken by Jesus in His Sermon on the Mount, represent the foundational values of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God