Sermons on Respect For Life:

Called To Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Oct 16, 2016

Interactive games and technology are drawing people into and alternative reality, one that cannot be trusted. They're putting blind faith into these distractions instead of finding reasons to put faith in God.

Called to Faithfulness Hebrews 11:1-6 NKJV Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 2 For by it the elders obtained a good testimony. 3 By faith we understand that the worlds were framed by the word of God, so that the things which are seen were not made ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Benefits Of Generosity Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 19, 2016

When we give to the LORD's work we are blessed immediately with the joy of participating in something bigger than ourselves. We also look forward to eternal rewards as God gives to us rewards for the reach of our gift far beyond what would could imagine.

3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-6

Denomination: *other

The Visitor Who Never Arrived Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2016

Whereas the Magi devoutly and innocently sought out the newly born Messiah-King, wicked King Herod never set his evil eyes upon Him. He, like so many others, never arrived.

The Visitor Who Never Arrived Christmas “Thwarted Plans” Series (Matthew 2:1-8, 16-18) 1. A family had twin boys whose only resemblance to each other were their looks. Opposite in every way, one was an eternal optimist, the other a doom and gloom pessimist. Just to see what would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Come With Compassion

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jun 23, 2020

In these trying times we must sahre Jesus' compassion.

1. A teaching hospital found one of its young resident students had a marvelous effect on children. The children responded to him with delight. They would do things for him and yield to him in a way that they wouldn’t do for others on the staff. The hospital assigned a nurse to discover the secret ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6, Deuteronomy 15:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spong Vs Spong Part 6

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 6, 2020

What should Christians do with disruptive heretics in their midst?

God easily overcomes educated, intelligent, so-called wisdom that denies Him: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise; the intelligence of the intelligent I will frustrate.” … Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? (1 Corinthians 1:18-20 NIV) How powerful is our God? Who dares to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:158, Jeremiah 23:30-32, Numbers 15:30-31, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, James 5:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

When Others Are Out To Get You Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 6, 2020

Even when we are lamenting our stressful situations, we can engage in a spiritual process and find God’s sustaining peace and joy, at least for a time.

When Others Are Out to Get You (Psalm 4) 1. The neighbors cut down a shade tree., and Marylu was lamenting that, our shade landscaping was now isunny. When one of her favorite hostas died, she lamented its loss. 2. I could have said, “Chin up. Just say, ‘Hosta La Vista, baby.’” But then again, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Character Sermon Vii: God Our Righteousness Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 8, 2020

In times of testing, God's people need to remember that the Lord God is our Maker, Father and Redeemer who will in the end make things right! Until then, we go on . . .

THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS Have you ever known or do you know someone of whom it could (can) be said, “His (Her) word is his (her) bond” – meaning that whatever that person says he (she) will do, he (she) will do to the best of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3-16

When People Turn Away

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 10, 2020

People whom you think would come with you would not show up one day! Caveat! We got to have our hearts strengthened and you need to have the fortitude to move on without ‘such people’ .......

When people turn away – part 1 2 Timothy 1:15” You are aware of the fact that all who are in Asia turned away from me, among whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes. 2 Timothy 1: 16 - The Lord grant mercy to the house of Onesiphorus, for he often refreshed me and was not ashamed of my chains; 17 but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Covenant Of Peace

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jul 17, 2020

For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but My kindness shall not depart from you, Nor shall My covenant of peace be removed - This is a wonderful promise that the Lord gave the Israelites in their desperate situation. It is a promise that still holds true for each one of us.

Isaiah 54:10 - For the mountains shall depart and the hills be removed, but My kindness shall not depart from you, Nor shall My covenant of peace be removed,” Says the LORD, who has mercy on you. This is a wonderful promise that the Lord gave the Israelites in their desperate situation. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:10, Exodus 34:6-7, Ezra 1:1-3, Isaiah 45:1, Romans 4:21, John 14:27, Habakkuk 2:3, Philippians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Maybe We Need To Listen To Saint Paul Tell Us The Value Of Moaning Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 19, 2020

The Spirit of God will help each of us, if we ask, to pray that the Will of God is always done on earth as it is in heaven, and to work together so that is accomplished in our day.

Sixteenth Sunday in Course 2020 The Plague Year Homilies I suppose if you walked into our chapel to pray one day, and found somebody kneeling or bowing down and giving off profound and continuous moans, you’d either call the rectory or EMS. But let me just throw a few realities at you: the entire ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Catholic

Forgive Us Our Debts Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 18, 2020

This is the fourth Part of the Lord's Prayer (Matt 6:12)

Today we'll continue our sermon series on the Lord's Prayer. Let's read Matthew 6:12. The Lord Jesus related these two requests, "Give us today our daily bread" with "And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors." The point is that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:12, Luke 11:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Catch My Drift Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 20, 2020

Fatigue can lead us into neglecting and drifting away from the LORD.

1. The great coach Vince Lombardi said, "Fatigue makes cowards out of us all." 2. Neglect can cause fatigue such as: Poor eating habits-Poor sleeping habits-Poor exercise habits 3. When we’re tired we just kind of drift along 4. Hebrews 2:1-4 Therefore we must pay much closer attention to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Resurrection Of Christ - A Foundational Truth

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 12, 2020

Today we will focus on the main fundamental truth of the Christian Faith. – Christ is Risen!

INTRODUCTION • "Easter Sunday" is mentioned only one time in the Bible – cf. Acts 12:4 o What we generally refer to as Easter is mentioned elsewhere in the Bible as “Passover.” o Children wake up in delight as they find “Easter Baskets” beside their beds. o Some call it a pagan holiday. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:4, 1 Corinthians 15:14-19, Acts 2:32, Acts 10:39-41, Romans 4:13-24, Matthew 26:26-29, Romans 8:33-34, Colossians 2:6-15, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Romans 8:12-15, 1 Peter 1:3, Romans 14:8-9, Ephesians 1:15-23, Ephesians 1:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

#5 Attraction, Not Promotion Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

Christianity represents God’s truth and becomes most appealing when our words and deeds match.

Today we complete our study of the book of Colossians. Paul wrote this letter and three others (Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) while in prison awaiting trial. Paul is the consummate leader. He is always trying to spread the gospel even while battling outside forces. In Paul’s writing of this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prophetic Implication Of The Biblical Feasts.

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Apr 15, 2020

Year in year out we celebrate the feast of Pascal called Easter by some denominations. But what is the prophetic significance as it relates to the coming of Christ?

The prophetic significance and implications of the Feast of the Lord. Surprisingly, this time around the world was caught naked and unprepared without any prior knowledge of what was coming. The world and the church did not know something was lurking behind within the veil of darkness. Though the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-45, Matthew 5:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational