Sermons on Retirement:

Conceal A Matter

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 31, 2023

Faithful spirit is seldom found in today’s loud world, spilling beans (revealing secrets) is trendy and fashionable.

Conceals a matter Proverbs 11:13 "A talebearer reveals secrets, But he who is of a faithful spirit conceals a matter.” Faithful spirit is seldom found in today’s loud world, spilling beans (revealing secrets) is trendy and fashionable. On Wednesday (Oct. 25), New York Times revealed their ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

What God Really Wants For Easter Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 5, 2024

The proud man standing in the front of that worship space seems to be praying to himself and patting himself on the back for his many good deeds.

Saturday of the Third Week in Lent 2024 Today’s psalm, titled the Miserere in Latin, is about one-third of the way through the number of psalms in that book. I recall that in some religious communities, it is the last prayer of the day, sung or recited after Compline as the monks or nuns retire ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1-6, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Catholic

Genesis Chapter Twenty-Six Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 10, 2023

These are thoughts on Genesis Chapter Twenty-Six. In his work, "What does every Bible chapter say..." John Hunt gives an overview of each chapter of the Bible. It is my intention to do the same thing here.

GENESIS CHAPTER TWENTY-SIX OVERVIEW Overall what is happening in this chapter is that there is a famine in the land and God instructs Isaac not to go to Egypt: Isaac goes to Gerar instead and starts digging wells. Thomas Coke (1801) – Genesis 26 Isaac, by God's command, sojourns in Gerar. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surviving Today's Economic Downturn

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 3, 2002

5 Financial Principles from the Bible

Surviving Today’s Economic Downturn 5 Financial Principles From the Bible 1. $eek First The Kingdom Matthew 6:33 “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” --Is God the King of your life? --Is God the King of your paycheck? Matthew 6:21 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

The Rapture Of Elijah Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Nov 28, 2001

Outline of 2 Kings 2:1-18 on Elijah being tranlated to heaven.

THE RAPTURE OF ELIJAH – 2 KINGS 2:1-18 Many times we have the idea when a person reaches a certain age he is no longer useable. I spoke with a pastor that is about “retirement” age and he told me that I had better move before the age of 50, and after 55 no one wants you as pastor, then you are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: Slow Down! Sharpen Your Axe.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2010

A short talk for the start of the busy Advent season. This talk uses one of may favourite stories to encourage people to rest, stop, slow down in the midst of a busy time to rest.

Jesus said, “Come with me … to a quiet place and get some rest” (Mark 6:31). One of my favourite stories is about the world wood chopping competition. Now the champion was a bit older than he used to be – well, who isn’t – but he was still the champion. Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31

Denomination: Anglican

Like The Days Of Noah

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Nov 19, 2013

These days, people are behaving just like they did before God sent the flood.

Like the Days of Noah November 17, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: These days, people are behaving just like they did before God sent the flood. Focus Passage: Matthew 24:37-39 Supplemental Passage: Genesis 6:5-8 Introduction: Everything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Life

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 20, 2018

We all live for something. What do you live for?

Philippians 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Just as Christ had no will of His own, but lived to fulfill the will of the Father we are to have no will or life of our own but to fulfill the will of Christ since we have His mind. Having His mind we should have His ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua's Revival Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 24, 2021

Can a man sometimes only be ready to lead a revival in his old age, after a lifetime of faithful service?

Can a man sometimes only be ready to lead a revival in his old age, after a lifetime of faithful service? If God’s kingdom were a democracy, ten of twelve spies would have voted not to enter the promised land. Only Joshua and Caleb from that whole generation gave a testimony of faith and would be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And His Zeal! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on May 3, 2021

Jesus is our every thing from A to Z! Zeal is our last word for Jesus, but NOT in importance of His Character! Listen to message!

The word "zeal" is used 40 different times in the Bible. It is defined as "getting excited and having a strong passion for a cause. Getting energized, or being relentless or fervent in spirit as it is described in the Bible. We see the zealousness of God in the OT as a couple of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Faith

Contributed by Johnny Small on Mar 19, 2003

We will learn what faith is and how to obtain it.

What is faith? The word "faith" is found in the New Testament 253 times. It must be very important. Faith is believing that our Bible is the true inspired word of God, without error or contradiction. For me this is easy, for there has been no other book that has change my life like the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-31, Matthew 18:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

True Disciples Part Two

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 21, 2001

An Expository Sermon From Luke 6:43-49 On The Two Attributes That Identify True Disciples. Part Two

True Disciples Part 2 Read Luke 6:46-49 Illustration: When I was in the Army many years ago I was a military policeman at for Ft. Irwin, California. While on duty one day we got word that a submachine gun popularly known as a "grease gun" had been reported stolen. This is an extremely serious ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bless Them

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Jan 29, 2005

Focuses on Jesus addressing the Disciples, not the crowd

A recent survey has compiled all the qualities that people expect from the perfect pastor: Results of a computerized survey indicated that the perfect pastor preaches exactly 12 minutes. He frequently condemns sin but never upsets anyone. She works from 8 a.m. until midnight and is also a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father's Day Sermon In A Bag

Contributed by Richard Berry on Jun 21, 2004

Old wife’s tale, "The best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach." Used this principle to drive home some spiritual truths about fatherhood

FATHER’S DAY SERMON IN A BAG As I wondered how to get through to our fathers this morning, an old wife’s tale came to mind, “The best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” I figured using this same principle might help in driving home some spiritual truths as well. So not only will we use ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:22

Denomination: Baptist

Welcomes All People Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

Part of a series on what the church is called t be.

“The Church You’ve Always Longed For: Welcomes all People” TEXT: Leviticus 19: 32-34 Throughout September, October and most of November, we will be talking about the church that God longs for. Last week I asked you to think about this phrase, “I like church, but....” Have ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:32-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed