Sermons on Resting In God:

Father, Into Your Hands / Padre En Tus Manos

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 8, 2009

Good Friday: Jesus gave up his Spirit to his heavenly Father. He endured suffering and death as payment for our sin. Viernes Santo: Jesús entrego su Espíritu a su Padre Celestial. Paso por sufrimiento y muerte para pagar por nuestros pecados.

“Father, into your hands I commit my spirit!” - The last words of Jesus on the Cross. Were they simply an expression of relief? - A cry of deliverance? Was Jesus simply saying that the horrendous ordeal He had endured is now, at last, over and that he was ready to let go of this earthly life? After ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Lutheran

Truth Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 25, 2012

THIS MESSAGE WAS A 4TH OF JULY SERMON DEALING WITH FREEDOM AND TRUTH.

HFL ARLINGTON PLACE JULY 3, 2009 JOHN 8;31-38 31To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33They answered him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Touch Of Faith

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jun 19, 2020

The woman with the flow of blood received her outstanding miracle not just because of her touch but because of her touch accompanied with faith. Your miracle depends on your measure of faith. What is your level of faith today?

Jesus heals the woman with issue of blood - This is a miracle recorded in 3 gospels of the Bible. Matthew 9:20-22; Mark 5:25-34; Luke 8:43-48 Matthew 9:20-22 - And suddenly, a woman who had a flow of blood for twelve years came from behind and touched the hem of His garment. For she said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:20-22, Mark 5:25-34, Luke 8:43-48, John 11:40, Matthew 11:23  (view more)  (view less)

Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time - 6th Sunday, Year A-- The Fence

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 20, 2020

Jesus builds a shield around the law or Commandments in order to create more space and distance so that we won’t even bump up against the fence or sit on the fence, but rather keep a healthy distance.

There was a large group of people. On one side of the group stood a man, Jesus. On the other side of the group stood Satan. Separating them, running through the group, was a fence. The scene was set, both Jesus and Satan began calling to the people in the group and, one by one - each having made up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-37

Denomination: Catholic

The Prodigal Sons

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 7, 2019

Looking at the message of the two sons who were prodigals. What should our reaction be?

Note: I listened to a message by Gregg Lauire on Hope for Lost Loved Ones Title: Bring them Back Theme: Text: Luke 15 Introduction Have you ever lost anything? The other day I thought I had lost my keys. For a few minutes we searched and searched, in the kitchen, living room, bedroom. ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Gifts - Pt. 3 - Myrrh Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2018

No tree to place them under. No shiny bows or wrapping paper. But the original “Christmas Gifts” are worthy to be examined during this season.

The Gifts Pt. 3- Myrrh I. Introduction ?Time is running out! Christmas is upon us! If you haven’t completed your shopping list I am sure you are nervous and frantic. There is nothing quite as stressful as needing to find that last second gift when the gift has to be perfect. The narrative has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Misfortune

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 16, 2021

We all experience misfortune in our life from time to time.

William James, an American philosopher, historian and psychologist once remarked: “Acceptance of what has happened is the first step to overcoming the consequences of any misfortune.” 1 Peter 1:23 reminds us: “For you have been born again, not of perishable seed but of imperishable, through the ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:5, 1 Kings 5:4, Job 6:2

Sermon On Emotions

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 29, 2021

Emotion is defined as a strong feeling deriving from one’s circumstances, mood or relationships with others.

Jeffrey Kent Eugenides, an American novelist and short-story writer once remarked: "Emotions, in my experience, aren't covered by single words. I don't believe in "sadness," "joy," or "regret." Maybe the best proof that the language is patriarchal is that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:26, Proverbs 12:15, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23

Disciples Reach Out Together Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 6, 2021

Disciples are never content to RECEIVE the Gospel, because a key element of the Gospel is that it is to be shared! The Spirit prompts us to share the Gospel - are we listening?

-ACTS OF DISCIPLESHIP- DISCIPLES REACH OUT TOGETHER Acts 8:26-39 Introduction Disciples are never content to RECEIVE the Gospel, because a key element of the Gospel is that it is to be shared! The Spirit prompts us to share the Gospel - are we listening? Acts is Dr. Luke’s account of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Elizabeth Encouraged Mary Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 23, 2020

Mary has just received overwhelming news. To whom does she look? Elizabeth is the only one in the world that she knows of also dealing with a miraculous birth, so she quickly turns to her. How can we encourage others like Elizabeth encouraged Mary?

SOMEONE ELSE: Mary was encouraged by what God was doing in Elizabeth’s life. - Luke 1:36, 39. - Mary had gotten mind-blowing news. Why did the angel mention Elizabeth? Because Elizabeth had gone through something similar. Certainly it was not a virgin pregnancy, but it nonetheless was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Herald Of Light

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 14, 2020

John came as a herald to the Light of the World. He calls us to be the same.

December 13, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Isaiah 61:1-4; John 1:6-8, 19-28 The Herald of Light Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We’re well into the season of Advent now. This brief season uses the beloved ritual of lighting ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lost Sinner And The Loving Saviour

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Dec 28, 2021

Jesus is the Saviour and He has great passion for the lost sinners, but only as they are willing to come to Him, can they be saved.

The Lost Sinner and The Loving Saviour Study Text: Luke 19: 1 - 10 Introduction: - There are people who seem to possess everything this world holds in value and esteem, and are looked upon by others as being happy, fulfilled and successful. - Zacchaeus was one of those people who had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Tempestuous Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 29, 2021

A tempestuous life is primarily characterized by strong, turbulent or conflicting emotions.

Frederick William Robertson, an English divine once remarked: “In the darkest hour through which a human soul can pass, whatever else is doubtful, this at least is certain. If there be no God and no future state, yet, even then, it is better to be generous than selfish, better to be chaste than ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:25, Psalm 34:17-20, Isaiah 25:4

Because Of This Day Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 8, 2022

This is my Resurrection Sunday Sunrise Service sermon

Because of This Day Dave Hartson / General Resurrection Sunday / Resurrection / 1 Corinthians 15:1–11; 1 Corinthians 15:20–28 Morning Sunrise service   Introduction Each year is made up of 365 days. But encompassed in those calendar days are days that I like to call life changing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For The Way

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 26, 2023

A sermon for the third Sunday of Easter, Year A

April 23, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 24:13-35 Hope for the Way Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “But we had hoped that he was the one to redeem Israel.” – Luke 24:21 Hope. Hope is something that allows ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran