Sermons on Retirement:

The Apostolic Invasion Of Europe (A Sermon On Acts 16:9-15)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 14, 2007

Philippi was a tough place to start a mission - wrong type of people, wrong area, wrong timing! But it seems that God doesn’t need straightforward circumstances in or...

We’re reading from the diary of St Paul, as given to us in the book of Acts - a section covering Paul’s second tour of duty in Asia Minor. In Acts Chapter 16, Paul begins what we might call the Apostolic invasion of Europe! In the diary entry that follows this one, Paul and his comrade Silas are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who You'll Find In Heaven

Contributed by Brian Vickers on Oct 22, 2007

A Sermon describing attributes of people we’ll meet when we get to heaven.

Who You’ll Find in Heaven Hebrews 11:8-16 A minister dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a man who’s dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket and jeans. Saint Peter turns to the first man and asks, "Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Memorium

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Dec 7, 2013

HIghlighting some outstanding Christian believers in the context of Memorial Day

IN MEMORIAM Pastor Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION American history is replete with heroes whose great personal qualities came from a deep well of a fine upbringing in which upstanding personal character, faith in God and in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and duty to others were deeply instilled. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Greed - America's God Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 10, 2020

What we think about the most; work the hardest for and love the most is our "god". And for most Americans, even those in our churches, this is material possessions. We worship "ourselves" and the possessions are out offerings to ourselves

AMERICA’S GREATEST SIN - WANTING WAY TOO MUCH Matt. 6:19-27 “Do not store up treasures on earth / Store up treasures in heaven, - For where your treasure is there your heart is / No man can serve two masters / You cannot serve both God and Mammon (Money). Do not worry (be torn up) about your life ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-2, Exodus 20:17, Luke 18:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonderful Counselor Versus Secular Counselors

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Nov 29, 2023

Today, many counselors, psychologists, and psychiatrists can help with our relationship, financial, marital, health, emotional, or behavioral problems. But what they can do is limited. Jesus cannot only help us find solutions for our problems but also change our hearts and transform our lives!

Introduction: In 1879, Wilhelm Maximilian Wundt, a German physician and professor, founded the first formal laboratory for psychological research at the University of Leipzig, Germany. This research laboratory marked the beginning of psychology as an independent field of study. Wundt is known today ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 8:19, Isaiah 9:2, Matthew 1:23, Matthew 4:23, Mark 1:22, Hebrews 4:15, Mark 16:6, Matthew 5:4, Luke 6:27, Matthew 5:48, 1 Kings 4:34, Micah 4:9, Isaiah 28:29, John 2:25, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 16:26, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Luke 9:8-9, Psalm 86:10, Matthew 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 21, 2024

For https://seminary.erskine.edu/ Doctor of Ministry program

This is a five+ page “Integrity in the Ministry” paper that interacts with Peterson, my other research, appropriate Bbiblical texts, and other resources such as Dangerous Calling by Tripp. I will focus especially on areas where I have identified weaknesses. You will see it is like one of our ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Balance Between Planning And Trust

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Mar 9, 2025

We are called to plan for our lives with the Lord

I am a planner – I thrive on making plans and love setting short-term and long-term goals. I always map out plans for tomorrow the night before. It usually looks something like this: Tomorrow, I will do my morning devotions, have breakfast, go to church for office hours, and then go to my lunch ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Look Back At Sunrise

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 13, 2003

Not a sermon, but a farewell statement given to the congregation at Sunrise Presbyterian Church

I have been reflecting on what we have accomplished at Sunrise. When I came here, Sunrise was a hurting and very conflicted church. But it was clear that this was not your nature. Your nature was to be "the church where love lights the way." I remember my first Session meeting -- elders yelling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Feeding Five Thousand And Then Some

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 25, 2006

Our text reveals the difference of thinking in the disciples and the Lord.

INTRO.- When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. Crowds of people followed Jesus. That’s not surprising, considering what He did and how He ministered to the people. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Some Ants In Your Pants

Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2003

God teaches us a lot from the habits of the ant.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When God's People Do Bad Things Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Dec 2, 2008

What’s going on when the saints sin?

When I put my faith in Jesus Christ decisively at the age of 21, God spoke a sentence into my consciousness that I will never forget: “You’re forgiven. Go and sin no more.” From the moment that lightning bolt realization struck, I’ve never doubted God’s complete forgiveness. That simple ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-46

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Panic - Trust God Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 2, 2009

With the economic recession are we worrying or trusting in God? A sermon to remind people to trust in God by faith that he will provide if we put him first.

You don’t have to read the Wall Street Journal to realize our economy is in crisis mode right now. Over the course of the first ten days of the month of October, the Dow Jones Industrial average dropped 2380 points, or 22%. From a little over a year ago (Oct. 8th, 2007) the DJI is down almost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Methodist

The Measure Of Christ's Gift Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 11, 2018

Ephesians 4:7-10 teaches us that Christ has given spiritual gifts to each believer.

Scripture We are currently in a series of sermons in Ephesians 4:1-16 that I am calling, “Unity in the Body of Christ.” In the first three chapters of his letter to the Ephesians, the Apostle Paul set down a number of glorious doctrines about predestination, election, adoption, redemption, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

New Year 2021: The Choice Is Ours

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 30, 2020

This message focuses on the truth that the choice is ours as it relates to how we think about our situations. And how we think about our situations will determines our responses to them.

The Choice Is Ours Scripture: Joshua 24:15; Proverbs 3:5-6; Psalm 37:24-25 The title of my message this morning is “the Choice Is Ours.” Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can, or you think you can't – you're right.” I personally believe he came to this conclusion after ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Enemy Within: Guilt Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 14, 2007

This sermon compares the guilt of Judas Iscariot with that of Simon Peter and draws lessons on how God would deal with our guilt.

The Enemy Within: Guilt. Ps. 51:1-3 INTRO.: Illus.: Murder trial in Oklahoma. (Illustrations follow this sermon.) From SermonCentral.com contributed by Eric Snyder. The defendant knew he was guilty. His sin found him out. King David also felt a deep sense of guilt when he took Bathsheba and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ