Sermons on Relaxation:

Time To Get Back To Work

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 2, 2023

It appears like everybody needs something from us, family members, friends, bosses at work, the schools that we may attend, our churches, clubs, etc. We wind up racing through life, taking care of the necessary, the immediate, and the urgent.

Repeatedly the important is abandoned. Our problem is not the volume of requests or lack of organizational skills, but values - what is really important to us. Our values and our priorities are reflected in how we use our assets/resources. Frequently our activities give a false representation of ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Church #9 A Lesson In Love Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

How husbands & wives are supposed to relate to each other gives us an example we can all understand and this lesson in love shows us how we are to relate to each other in the church

~ Intro: A USA TODAY survey recently asked 4500 men and women, “Who is responsible for what decisions around the home?” ---The answers: Women are responsible for deciding what’s for dinner, preparing it, managing the household budget, and raising the children. ---Men AND women share the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Chastisement Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 7, 2024

Who will lead us to “the end of our faith?

1. The Faith Chapter (Hebrews 11) has brought before us an array of men and women who in times past conquered through faith. They lived before the work of the cross, and before Christ had ascended as High Priest. Many have trusted in Christ, how much more should we! 2. They are our witnesses in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:9

Denomination: Baptist

Pure In Heart (Psalm 73)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 6, 2026

What is the difference between a pure and a wicked heart?

What are some of the characteristics of a life devoted to God and one devoted to selfishness? Let’s look at Psalm 73. A Psalm by Asaph. (WEB) Do we respect pure hearts or envy the temporary wealth of the arrogant wicked? Surely God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. But as for ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive New Wine In 09 Pt1 (Prayer) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 21, 2009

To receive new wine in 09 requires that we persevere in prayer.

Series: How to receive New Wine in 09? Step #1: Perseverance in Prayer Thesis: To receive new wine in 09 requires that we persevere in prayer. Introduction: Our theme this year is New Wine in 09 – We talked a couple of weeks ago about the importance of being willing to change so that we can drink ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:37-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Have Heard It Said... (Anger, Lust) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 13, 2022

Jesus gets to the root of murder and adultery

“You Have Heard It Said…” (Anger and Lust) Matthew 5:21-30 NOW – I want to start off this morning with some words that Paul (under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit) penned to the church of Rome. GO AHEAD AND TURN – to Romans chapter 13, or follow along on the screen. Let no debt remain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Handle Holiday Stress

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

By looking at the story of Jesus in the home of Mary and Martha we find what is really "needed" during the Christmas holiday season.

December 6, 1998 INTRODUCTION A little boy and a little girl were singing their favorite Christmas carol in church the Sunday before Christmas. The boy concluded “Silent Night” with the words, “sleep in heavenly beans.” His sister elbowed him, and said, “No. Not beans, peas!” The way many of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lamp Of The Body

Contributed by John Foster on Apr 11, 2001

This sermon explores a bible passage from Lukes Gospel and shows that people everywhere are looking for a light to follow. It challenges the audience on their Christian stand on various issues and gives the reassurance that God’s love and blessing falls on each true believer.

Our subject for today’s sermon is “The Lamp of the Body” I have a question for you. Is anyone here frightened of the dark? [acknowledge the responders] Or does anyone have children or grandchildren who are frightened of the dark? My 10 year old daughter insists on going to sleep with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:33-36

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Health - 3 Healthy Habits Series

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Sep 11, 2001

Part of the Fit for Life PowerPak - How to be Spiritually Fit

“Spiritual Fitness” Three Steps to Spiritual Fitness 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is God Alive In Your Heart?

Contributed by Ock Soo on Oct 18, 2000

PREFACE When the Israelites were in Egypt, God wanted to be their God.

PREFACE When the Israelites were in Egypt, God wanted to be their God. So God sent Moses to tell Pharaoh "Let my people go that they may serve me." The Israelites went to live in the wilderness after they were released from bondage in Egypt. God wanted to live within their hearts. So He commanded ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1

Father's Day - Loving Fathers

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

we have a responsibility to make sure that our children have what they need, & also to make sure they appreciate those things, & are ready & willing to go out & work for them when their turn comes.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK Revised: 2015 Today we're celebrating "Father's Day." Some years ago I read an interesting story entitled, "The Day That God Created Fathers." It goes like this: ILL. On the day that God created ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8, Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Oct 20, 2000

How to be spiritually fit.

“Spiritual Fitness” Three Steps to Spiritual Fitness 7Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives' tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. 8For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In The Present Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

Moses, Pt. 6 of 15

LIVING IN THE PRESENT (EXODUS 16:1-21) I read a true account of a billionaire who purchased an expensive $20-million jet that transported him between Los Angeles and New York. He collected works of art by contemporary masters to hang in his homes, bought identical wardrobes for clothing on both ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seasoning Our Giving Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

Part of a Christmas series that focuses on making Christ more a part of His season.

“SEASONING OUR GIVING” TEXT: 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 Sunday, December 8, 2002 In 1983, 5,000 people nearly staged a riot at a Hill’s Department store in Chesterton, WV. Displays were knocked over, people were pushed, shoved and grabbed, and it was an ugly scene. The same year in Wilkes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Place Of Rest

Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jan 21, 2007

We live in a very tense, fast paced world that is in a hurry!

The Place Of Rest Introduction We live in a very tense, uptight and fast paced world filled with hurry... A Washington newspaper carried the story of Tattoo the basset hound. Tattoo didn’t intend to go for an evening run, but when his owner shut the dog’s leash in the car door and took off for a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:22-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible