Sermons on Rest In The Everlasting Arms:

Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 1, 2021

What did Simeon mean when he said that Jesus was going to cause the rising and falling of many? [Watch video: https://youtu.be/dl0sCOH54JY]

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:22-32 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mothers Day

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 28, 2011

Today is Mothers day and I would like to give honor where honor is due and that’s to all the Godly Mothers and also Grand Mothers

Today is Mothers day and I would like to give honor where honor is due and that’s to all the Godly Mothers and also Grand Mothers. The Bible says in: Pr 6:20 My son, keep thy father’s commandment, and forsake not the law of thy mother: Pr 6:21 Bind them continually upon thine heart, and tie them ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Ashamed Of Jesus?

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 9, 2017

In 1765, Joseph Grigg (1720-1768) of England wrote the wonderful words of the song "Jesus and Shall It Ever Be," which proposes several answers to the question, "Ashamed of Jesus?" The answers are various ways of saying "I will never be ashamed of him!"

Ashamed of Jesus? Things have changed much in this country in the last 40 years. I now find myself surprised when I hear the name of Jesus mentioned in a public setting. Not only have judges handed out rulings that restrict the mention and exhibition of things pertaining to the Christian faith, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, 1 Corinthians 1:31, Acts 4:12, John 17:4-5, Mark 8:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Millennium

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jun 22, 2019

WOULDN'T YOU LOVE TO LIVE FOR 1000 YEARS IN PERFECT PEACE WITH THE LORD? THE BEAUTIFUL THING ABOUT THE MILLENNIUM IS THAT IT IS A FORE-SHADOWING OF WHAT ETERNITY WILL BE LIKE.

THE MILLENNIUM REVELATION 20:1-11 THE ENTIRE WORLD HAS BEEN SEARCHING SINCE THE BEGINNING OF TIME, AND I MIGHT ADD UNSUCCESSFULLY, FOR PEACE. WE HAVE COME TO THINK OF PEACE AS THE ABSENCE OF HOSTILITY, AND THE WORLD HAS ONLY KNOWN ABOUT 250 YEARS OF THIS FORM OF PEACE. PEACE ESCAPES US AS ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 7, 2024

As we approach the Christmas season, let us turn our hearts away from fleeting distractions and behold the One Isaiah foretold over 700 years before His birth: our Wonderful Counselor, who alone can bring us hope, transformation, and eternal joy.

Wonderful Counsellor Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ With Christmas just weeks away, our hearts are warmed by thoughts of presents to be unwrapped, delicious meals to be shared, and embraces exchanged in love. Around the world, children dream of gifts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Luke 19:1-10, John 1:43-51, Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

The Hopelessness Of The Hell-Bound Hypocrite

Contributed by Aaron Brown on Sep 27, 2001

A searching, satire on the prevalent hypocrisy in the church: with humorous reflections on the preacher, prayer, choir, deacons, and ushers.

**** Disclaimer **** This sermon’s intent is to highlight hypocrisy in all levels of the church where the enemy is trying to deceive and infiltrate. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO OFFEND OR BE JUDGEMENTAL. I love all people and my heart yearns that all would be saved. He that winneth souls is wise (Prov. ...read more

Scripture: Job 27:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Sunday - He Is Risen

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Apr 3, 2007

For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs. BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise

Introduction: o For a lot of people, Easter is just another holiday, a 3-day weekend of fun and no work. For others, it’s chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs o BUT WE KNOW BETTER! For Christians, Easter means the resurrection of Jesus from the dead! It means the promise of life after death! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All You Need Is Love

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 5, 2015

The answer to the violence is exactly to do as Jesus did.

The Sixth Sunday of Easter 2015 The early Church was not exactly the love-fest that some would like to imagine. First, the Jewish and Roman authorities were, at the least, suspicious of this new Jewish sect where people–especially the poor and marginalized–were being healed and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Catholic

Sermon On Fidelity

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 30, 2023

Fidelity is defined as faithfulness to a person, cause or belief, typically demonstrated by continued loyalty, and support.

William Law, a former Church of England priest once remarked: “This, and this alone, is Christianity, a universal holiness in every part of life, a heavenly wisdom in all our actions, not conforming to the spirit and temper of the world but turning all worldly enjoyments into means of piety and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, John 15:13, 1 Corinthians 4:2, Titus 2:10

Sermon On The Perils Of Rose-Tinted Glasses

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2024

Viewing life through rose-tinted, or rose-colored glasses is an expression that is considered to portray extreme optimism.

Bertie Charles Forbes, often dubbed B. C. Forbes in signature, a Scottish-American journalist and author once remarked: “Optimism is a tonic. Pessimism is poison. Admittedly, every businessman must be realistic. He must gather facts, analyze them candidly and strive to draw logical conclusions, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 2:1-3, Romans 8:15-17, 2 Timothy 1:7

God's Gift

Contributed by Robert Robinson on Aug 15, 2003

What do we do when we feel God is not there?

Do you remember when you first received a revelation about God? And how about when you first received a revelation from God? You can point to the highlights of your walk with God based on those times of revelation. Yet they seemed to flee so quickly. God would speak something to you that would ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer Of Faith To The Advice Of Fear

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 20, 2025

This psalm expresses David's trust in the Lord as all-knowing and righteous and his disappointment with the world around him. David answers the voice of fear with a confident faith in God. This world can be a scary place.

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer of Faith to the Advice of Fear Psalms 11:1-7 “In the Lord put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain? For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 55:5-8, Psalm 82:5, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Idf’s Medal Of Valor

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 19, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 23: 1 – 39

2 Samuel 23: 1 – 39 IDF’s Medal of Valor 23 Now these are the last words of David. Thus, says David the son of Jesse; Thus, says the man raised up on high, the anointed of the God of Jacob, and the sweet psalmist of Israel: 2 “The Spirit of the LORD spoke by me, and His word was on my tongue. 3 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Do You Love Life? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

Exposition of 1 Peter 3:9-12

Text: 1 Peter 3:9-12 Title: Do you want to love life? Date/Place: LSCC, 11/20/05, AM A. Opening illustration: The boxer Muhammad Ali was known as “the champ,” arguably the most famous athlete of his generation. He was on top, and his entourage of trainers and various helpers shared the adulation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Looking For In The Newborn King?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2004

From the first declaration of a coming deliverer to Adam and Eve in Genesis 3:15 the hearts of men looked longingly for the Promised One. Each looked for something different in the Messiah. When Christ was born in Bethlehem Israel did not receive what the

WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR IN THE NEWBORN KING? MATTHEW 2:1-2, 11 INTRODUCTION: With the proclamation of the wise men, “Where is he that is born the king of the Jews?”, all the prophecies of the coming Messiah were brought to mind in the nation of Israel. From the first declaration of a coming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist