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Living With Integrity

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 22, 2021

Integrity is when we live the same way in the "Light" as we do in the "Dark."

Living With Integrity 2021 Summer Series / Grace; Hope; Salvation; Integrity / 2 Corinthians 6:1–13   • Christian actors struggle to find work in Hollywood. • Patricia Heaton - 2x Emmy award winner, co-star on Everybody Loves Raymond. • Says that observant Christians in Hollywood are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3, James 1:8, James 4:8, Matthew 6:24, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Find Joy In Service Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 11, 2021

We spend a lot of time in this life chasing things that we cannot take with us when we die. Paul recognizes the value of eternal rewards, and it’s a good problem to have to be conflicted between continuing to earn more, or being in heaven to enjoy what’s been won.

I. Intro A. Jim Elliot said, “He is no fool who give what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” B. We spend a lot of time in this life chasing things that we cannot take with us when we die C. Paul recognizes the value of eternal rewards, and it’s a good problem to have to be conflicted ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-26

Our Calling To Make Holy Families Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 6, 2019

Our task in our families is to become saints ourselves and to nurture our loved ones to sainthood.

Tuesday of 5th Week in Lent 2019 St. Waltrude A number of years ago I was privileged to teach a speech course to some deacons in training, and I asked them to speak for a few minutes on their thoughts on the realization that they were mortal–that the life they now lead would end. I think I said ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-30, Numbers 21:4-9, John 3:14-15

Denomination: Catholic

The Solemnity Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King Of The Universe-- The Last Judgment

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 15, 2020

Explaining the Scripture, the Catechism says that the Last Judgment will reveal even to its furthest consequences the good each person has done or failed to do during his earthly life.

There was a little boy named Kevin who went out with his grandpa one Saturday morning to get some breakfast. They climbed into grandpa’s pickup truck, and down the road they went. On the way, grandpa turned to Kevin and asked, “Which way is heaven?” Kevin pointed to the sky. Then grandpa said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Catholic

Weeds

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 16, 2020

Are we weeds or wheat? No one is completely either one.

Weeds Matthew 13: 24 - 30 Intro: A man was stopped at a traffic light and when the light turned green he was distracted and didn’t budge. The lady in the car behind him started honking her horn again and again pounding on the steering wheel. Just as the light turned yellow, the man wakened from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Practical Advice With A Cynical Flavor Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 5, 2018

This life is nothing like a fairy tale where we live happily ever after. Life is a constant challenge, and we fare better at it if we embrace some realistic realizations, some of which seem slightly cynical and ironic.

Practical Advice with A Cynical Flavor (Ecclesiastes 10:1-20) 1. The dictionary defines a cynic as, “a person who believes that people are motivated purely by self-interest rather than acting for honorable or unselfish reasons.” 2. One definition of the word “irony” is “a state of affairs or an ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How I Fit In Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 18, 2015

This is the 20th sermon in the Series "The Cure". How do you fit into the Body of Christ?

Series: The Cure [#20] HOW I FIT IN Romans 12:1-8 Introduction: It has been interesting watching my sons bring their girlfriends to meet the family and them going to meet the girl’s family. I know that they are all concerned about how well they will fit in with each other’s family. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

My God Is Small...sometimes

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 27, 2015

Devotional: Being mindful that God takes us where he desires us to be.

my god is small…sometimes My God is small (sometimes). I am more than willing to admit that with the ministries I have served alongside and with the areas God has called me to, I haven’t seen the numerical growth I thought would accumulate.  Discouragement is my typical first response ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Thomas Asked About The Way To Heaven, What Did Jesus Say? Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Mar 10, 2016

This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the Father.

The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) Purpose: This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Islam, The Church And Reformation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 20, 2017

Was Islam the "rod of God's wrath" or the foil for the great miracle of the sixteenth century?

Feast of St. Andrew 2017 Reformation/Revolution The Synoptic Gospels don’t pay a lot of attention to St. Andrew. The triad Peter, James and John is often seen–on Mt. Tabor, in the Garden of Gethsemane, and in leadership and healing roles in the early days of the Church. Andrew has more prominence ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Catholic

Governor Approved Worship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 20, 2020

This is the 2nd of 3 sermons in "A COVID Christmas". This shows the correlations between the days of Jesus' birth and today's environment.

Series: A COVID Christmas [#2] GOVERNOR APPROVED WORSHIP Luke 2:8-20 Introduction: Here we are in the Christmas Season; and I’m agitated. It is supposed to be a time of joy and celebration; and instead, it is a time of corrupt politics and virus lockdowns. Political, Governmental, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Will Christ Return If His Bride Is Married To The World

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 12, 2025

This sermon explores what happens when the Bride, betrothed to Christ, has turn her affections to the world.

Beloved in Christ, The Bible paints a beautiful picture of Christ as the Bridegroom and His Church as the Bride. This imagery is rich with love, devotion, and faithfulness. However, it also comes with an expectation of loyalty. What happens if the Bride, who has been betrothed to Christ, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond The Scroll

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Jan 5, 2026

In 2026, it is easy to be connected to everyone but grounded in nothing. Are you building a legacy, or just consuming a feed? Move Beyond the Scroll and discover how to develop "20/26 Vision" trading temporary dopamine hits for the permanent Kingdom milestones that actually matter.

As we step into 2026, we find ourselves in a world obsessed with the momentary. We are programmed to "scroll" constantly seeking the next hit of dopamine or the next temporary distraction. We often talk about "20/20 vision," meaning we see things clearly as they are right now. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Psalm 119:9, Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"salt Of The Earth" And "light Of The World" Series

Contributed by Vinicio Jimenez on Feb 6, 2026

Jesus is not offering a compliment. He is giving a mandate. He is defining both our identity and our mission.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls his disciples “the salt of the earth” and “the light of the world” (Matthew 5:13–16). He is not offering a compliment. He is giving a mandate. He is defining both our identity and our mission. These images tell us how believers are meant to live within the world: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Be Transformed Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

Jesus rescues us and initiates a transformation process within us, moving us from our past lives to a secure life centered on Him, requiring our time, dedication, and commitment.

We are continuing our series we started last week called, “Collide.” We kicked things off by looking into the biblical principle of standing firm in our faith. The world attempts to offer us a different set of values, one that includes things that are initially seductive, but ultimately ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Transformation, Dedication, Spiritual Growth

Sermon Series: Collide