Sermons on Relief:

Our Inheritance Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 15, 2020

Foreshadowing the completion when we enter fully into the Father’s eternal heavenly kingdom, Ephesians 1:11-14 shows us 1) The Ground (Ephesians 1:11–13a), 2) The Guarantee (Ephesians 1:13b–14a), and 3) The Goal of our incomparable inheritance in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 1:14b).

Ephesians 1:11-14 [11]In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, [12]so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. [13] In him you also, when you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Other

Re-Calibrating Our Values Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 14, 2018

This message continues our exploration of the three deadly viruses in the church. This message explores the third virus the church is warned to look out for -- temporal values.

“Recalibrating Our Values” pt 1 Review A clear comprehension of the future helps keeps us accountable in the present. For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may be recompensed for his deeds in the body, according to what he has done, whether good or bad. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:18-19, Genesis 25:27-34, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Leviticus Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 22, 2018

Because God is Holy, we must be holy and understand that He gave us holiness and we need to hold onto this gift from God which came through sacrifice.

Leviticus reveals the path to HOLINESS? Leviticus Key Words: Holy is used 77 times and implied over 150 times in this book. Key Phrases: I am the Lord, 48 times, Unto (before) the Lord, 135 times. Outline of Book: Chapters 1-16 The way to God – Is thru holiness Chapters 1-7 By ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:2, Leviticus 20:7-8, Leviticus 22:9, Leviticus 22:32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tested By God Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Sep 6, 2018

The test was soon after the Israelite's deliverance; The test was difficult but had a solution; The test was for their benefit.

TITLE: TESTED BY GOD TEXT: EXODUS 15:22-27 - We’re continuing our study through the book of Exodus. - As we study each passage, we’re asking the question, “What does this passage tell me about honoring God?” - Last week, we saw the children of Israel singing a song of celebration after God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Desperate Faith Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 12, 2023

In today's section of Mark, we see the desperation of two individuals who believed that Jesus could help them. Their faith in Jesus led them to humbly come to Him for help. Their faith was rewarded and our faith in Jesus will be rewarded as well.

Introduction: A. I read a story about a little girl named Tess went to her bedroom one day and pulled her glass jelly jar bank from its hiding place in the closet. 1, She poured all the change out on the floor and counted it carefully. a. After placing the coins back in the jar and twisting on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Keys To Answered Prayer

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 17, 2023

Effectiveness in prayer is more than a matter of volume. We pray in the context of our relationship with God. We learn to align ourselves with the will of God so that we are partnering with him rather than trying to persuade him. This message teaches how to pray in faith for results.

Intro In this message we will review five keys to answered prayer. When we make our requests to God, we are not just fulfilling a religious duty. We are interacting with our Heavenly Father concerning a perceived need. Our petition is not effective until we either get the answer or get counsel from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:11-26, Matthew 6:8-14, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, 1 John 5:14-15, Luke 12:32, Psalm 92:1, Philippians 4:4-8, Matthew 5:8, Psalm 23:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

5) The Virtuous Woman Series

Contributed by James Lyons on May 1, 2023

Part V in a series on the book of Ruth

5) The Virtuous Woman, Ruth 3:9-18 We’re in Ruth chapter 3 where the widow Ruth, at the advice of her mother-in-law Naomi, is approaching her kinsman, Boaz. She is appealing to him to fulfill his role as her nearest kinsman and raise up an heir to her deceased husband. This scene takes ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

24th Sunday After Pentecost. November 8th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 20, 2023

Year A, Proper 27.

Joshua 24:1-3, Joshua 24:14-25, Psalm 78:1-7, Amos 5:18-24, Psalm 70:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13 A). RENEWING OUR COVENANT WITH THE LORD. Joshua 24:1-3; Joshua 24:14-25. The choice of Shechem as the site for the renewal of the covenant after the conquests under Joshua is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-3, Joshua 24:14-25, Psalm 78:1-7, Amos 5:18-24, Psalm 70:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Syrophoenician Woman Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 6, 2022

This sermon explores the story of the marginalized Syrophoenician woman, who became a model of faith for the Jewish people and for believers today.

If you have your Bibles with you today please turn to Mark 7:24. The question of the day is how many of you are familiar with that internet website called YouTube? Many of you are. YouTube, if you don’t know, is a website where you can load up any sort of videos; videos of you family, your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Christian Church

Eagle's Wing Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 7, 2022

God, grant me the courage to change the things I can.

[This the second sermon that is based on Reinhold Niebuhr's prayer/poem "The Serenity Prayer." This sermon is about asking God to grant us the courage to change the things that we can.] Once upon a time, a caterpillar crawled inside a hare’s house when the hare was away and set ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15, Isaiah 40:25-31, Jonah 1:2, Jonah 1:12, Jonah 1:17, Romans 8:28-31, Jonah 2:2, Jonah 3:4, Jonah 4:2, Jonah 4:6-11, Jonah 3:9-10, Isaiah 40:31, 1 Samuel 17:46, Numbers 14:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

The Freedom Of The Moment Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Aug 14, 2022

Look at the birds of the field and rejoice in the Lord. Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow and rejoice in the Lord. Look at what God is doing in your life right now and rejoice!

[This is the next part in a series based on Reinhold Niebuhr's prayer "The Serenity Prayer." Past sermons dealt "the serenity to accept the things I cannot change," "courage to change the things that I can," and "the wisdom to know the difference." This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34, Luke 9:1-6, Luke 10:4-7, Mark 10:17-22, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Peter 5:7, Philippians 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

13th Sunday After Pentecost. September 7th, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 29, 2022

Year C, Proper 18.

Jeremiah 18:1-11, Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Psalm 1, Philemon 1:1-21, Luke 14:25-33 A). A VIEW FROM THE POTTER'S HOUSE. Jeremiah 18:1-11. On one occasion I was taken to a pottery museum, where one could purchase wares and also see them being made. I had made one ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11, Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18, Deuteronomy 30:15-20, Philemon 1:1-21, Luke 14:25-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sensitive To The Spirit Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

If we can be sensitive to the Spirit, and see how our job is a mission and a service for Christ, we could do it with greater joy and love.

George Burns said, "There will always be a battle between the sexes because men and women want different things. Men want women and women want men." This is, of course, what God intended, but like all good things that are carried to excess this too becomes an area of life where the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Arriésgate Sin Miedo

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 10, 2020

Arriesguemos sin miedo y Dios nos bendice en nuestros riesgos.

Arriésgate sin miedo Mateo 25: 14-30 Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Hoy tenemos el texto del Evangelio de Mateo (Mateo 25: 14-30) para nuestra reflexión. Jesús les contó a sus discípulos esta parábola: " Un hombre que se va de ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Other

How Do You Cultivate A Heart Of Gratitude When You Are A Cynic Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Nov 29, 2020

How do you cultivate a heart of gratitude when you are a cynic? Pastor Jeff shares six reasons to be thankful from Psalm 103:1-5.

How to Cultivate a Heart of Gratitude Psalm 103:1-5 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 11-29-2020 Grumpstaking? I recently came across an article written by Allison Hope. After I share her thoughts, you will see the irony of her name. She makes the case that 2020 is not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist