Sermons on Resilient:

Close Encounters Of The Jesus Kind

Contributed by Carl Greene on May 10, 2008

A sermon challenging each member of the congregation to answer Jesus’ question... "But what about you? Who do you say I am?"

A Close Encounter of the Jesus Kind Matthew 16: 13-16 —William Willimon, “Who do you say that I am?” August 22, 1999, Duke Chapel Web Site, chapel.duke.edu. A student came to me and asked me to explain to her the difference between Christianity and Judaism. She is in love with a student who is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Situation Of The Church In A Context Of Peace And Sustainable Development In Africa

Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Apr 3, 2019

The church as salt and light of the world is expected to make significant influence on the lives of the people of God.

THE SITUATION OF THE CHURCH IN A CONTEXT OF PEACE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN AFRICA THE BIBLE AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION Obedience to God ensures the well-being of the people of God. In the Lord’s prayer Jesus teaches that the kingdom of God must come and that the will of God must be done on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:6, Romans 12:2, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Beautiful Body Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on May 22, 2014

How do we remain stable in the midst of instability of life?

“Faith That Works: A Beautiful Body” James 5:13-20 Life is certainly not lived on an even plain. The path is never level for very long. We’re constantly in a state of flux. We fall from the peaks to the pits; we slide from the heights to the depths; we shift from the sunshine ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Turn Back Now! Series

Contributed by David Lodwig on Sep 23, 2015

The key to breaking the cycle of behavior in our life is turning to God in our crisis moment. When we break, He is the only one that can put us back together.

Break the Cycle: Turn Back Now! Text: Judges 16:20 Bug Idea: Time and again, we find ourselves in the same state of brokenness. The ironic thing is that we are given opportunity after opportunity to turn back before we slide any further. The story of Samson shows us how ignoring red flags leads ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Fisherman’s Guide To Good Shepherding Series

Contributed by Wayne Presnell on Dec 8, 2012

A seasoned pastor shares insight with his "fellow elders."

Peter knew... he just knew... after it was all said and done… after Jesus had risen from the dead, after his cowardly betrayal… Peter just knew... he was out. He not "the Rock" or the leader he imagined. What was he going to do now? Well a man has to earn a living… so he went back to what he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Wake Up Talitha Cumi

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 2, 2020

I believe the people of God today are at a place more so now than ever before that have a hunger and thirst for more! The world believes the churh is dead because of its inactivity.

“Wake Up” Talitha cumi By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING THOUGHT:- The Covid-19 Pandemic has changed the way we do life and if we stop for a moment and just look at the change that it has made positively instead of looking at it negatively, then we will be able to embrace the change. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:39-43, Mark 16:17-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Funeral Eulogy Evelyn Reese

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 19, 2019

Eulogy for a 97 year old African American Woman who loved the Lord and was faithful in the church. She sang in the choir for over 50 years.

Evelyn Reese June 10,1922 -July 6, 2019 How long ago was 1922? It was the year President Harding had the first radio installed at the White House. It was the year the first human being was treated with insulin for diabetes. It was the year the Supreme Court upheld the 19th ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"i Can See Clearly Now"

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 18, 2020

The miracle of healing physical blindness and understanding spiritual blindness

Message/Devotion March 22, 2020 John 9:1-41 I Can See Clearly Now The Reading A Man Born Blind Receives Sight 9 Now as Jesus passed by, He saw a man who was blind from birth. 2 And His disciples asked Him, saying, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” 3 Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stress (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 12, 2022

Statistics show over 70 percent of Americans regularly experience stress. This sermon shows some signs of stress and the factors that cause it.

Opening: A woman took her husband to the doctor's office. After his checkup, the doctor said, "Your husband is suffering from a very serious infection brought on by stress." The husband, who had a hearing problem, asked her, "What did he say?" His wife answered, "He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Psalm 103:1-5, Psalm 38:4, Psalm 23:2, Exodus 34:21, Isaiah 40:28, Psalm 147:5, Genesis 17:1, Genesis 2:2, 1 John 1:9, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Ways To Keep Your Eyes Fixed On Jesus

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 26, 2025

Fixing our eyes on Jesus means living with eternal focus—clothing ourselves in Christ's character, seeking His Kingdom and wisdom, walking in His victory, persevering for heavenly rewards, and joyfully longing for the day we see Him face to face.

Fixing our Eyes on Jesus 7 Ways to Live with Eternal Focus Colossians 3:1 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “For where your treasure is, there your heart shall be.” Matthew 6:21 While we each have but one life to live, there are countless paths people take in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:58, 2 Corinthians 12:10, James 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

God's Protection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 27, 2023

Help to give assurance of God's protection in troubled times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the midst of a world that seems to be in constant turmoil. The news headlines are filled with stories of conflict, disaster, and uncertainty. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, to feel as if the ground beneath ...read more

Topics: Trusting God, Time Of Fear

Commit To Loving Life And Seeing Good Days! Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 30, 2023

Whatever our situation, these reflections will help each of us discover how to love life more fully and see more good days every day of the year!

Sermon: Commit to Loving Life and Seeing Good Days! Psalm 34:11-15, “Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord. Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies. Turn from evil and do good; seek ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:11-15, 1 Peter 3:8-12, Ecclesiastes 3:1-11, Proverbs 12:28, Proverbs 18:21, Romans 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Embracing The Divine Vision: Walking With Purpose Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2023

We gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, and in the presence of our Heavenly Father and Almighty God, our Creator, the One who ignites dreams and unveils visions.

As we continue our series on visionary view, I want to speak about Divine Vision: Walking with Purpose. In our lives, our focus must be a perspective that aligns our hearts with God's divine purpose. There are five areas I am going to preach about: The Divine Call to Vision Directing Our ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2, Philippians 3:13-14, Joel 2:28, Acts 2:17-18, Nehemiah 2:18, Revelation 4:1-2, Proverbs 29:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where To Hang Your Hopes

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jul 13, 2024

We all hang our hopes on one thing or another throughout our lives. But, all real hope can be traced back to the Lord. He gives us hope in many ways!

We all hang our hopes on one thing or another throughout our lives. Once my wife and I were out in Las Vegas. On our way back into the hotel for the night, we walked through the casino floor and saw a woman playing the slots. One quarter after another. Ok, not so unusual in Vegas. However, the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 14:3, John 16:22, John 6:35-37, Revelation 22:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Breaking Bread, Building Community: A Reflection On Communion

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Nov 29, 2024

This sacrament invites us to remember, reflect, and reimagine our role in the body of Christ—encouraging us to engage with our communities, honor diverse experiences, and embrace the powerful narratives that shape our worship.

As I reflect on my recent completion of a course in Worship Theology, I am filled with a profound sense of transformation and inspiration, particularly regarding the sacrament of Holy Communion. This course has deepened my understanding of worship as a holistic experience that engages not only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-31

Denomination: Methodist