Sermons on Retreats:

Thanksgiving Blessings

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 22, 2018

Thanksgiving is uniquely a Christian holiday; from it's origin, to what it promotes, and the new nature it calls for.

THANKSGIVING BLESSINGS Lk. 17:12-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Thanksgiving Quotes 1. Will Rogers, “Just be thankful you’re not getting all the government you’re paying for!” 2. Sherwood Wirt said, “I remember an elderly lady testifying that she had only two teeth left in her mouth (top & bottom) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ignite The Flame --- Fan The Flame

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2020

What was the sin of the 5 foolish virgins? Their lamps went out, no light. When Saul/Paul saw the light his life was forever changed... we are commanded to FAN THE FLAMES OF OUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS. HOW DANGEROUS IS WISDOM WITHOUT ZEAL?

IGNITE THE FLAME… FAN THE FLAME… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a large candle sitting beside me as I preach, I have 4 or 5 small candles laying on the altar and around the church. As I start the lesson I light the big candle. As I teach about FANNING THE FLAME, IT IS MY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6, Matthew 25:7-8, Luke 8:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In God We Trust Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 8, 2018

Faith in God is not immunity from troubles. God builds our trust in Him through the trials of life, not apart from them.

We read of the fall of the Northern Kingdom ISRAEL last week. • When the North falls, King Hezekiah was reigning in the South. We are going to read in the next 3 chapters. Let’s read 2 Kings 18:1-8. King Hezekiah is one of the two good kings in the history of Judah (S). • The other is King ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Still Struggling Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

Much like David, we too may find ourselves still struggling with the same issues, temptations, and personal battles. Psalm 43 encourages us that although we may still struggle, we are not alone, and there are real reasons behind the struggles we face.

TREASURES FROM THE PSALMS WED PM MARCH 27, 2024 CBCKING Still Struggling! Psalm 43 Introduction: Psalm 43 = companion/ sequel to Psalm 42 – same theme – tone – song. Refrain: v.5 – same 42:5,11 Psalm 42 = Psalmist dealing with a cast down soul (vv.5,6,11) – emotional crisis… heavy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Think About Jesus? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 9, 2024

In the Great Confession. Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.” But what about you? What do you think about Jesus?

What do you think about Jesus? Mark 8:27-30 Here is the passage known as the “Great Confession.” The dictionary definition of confess is to admit or acknowledge. We are used to seeing confessions in detective shows. The detective brings out the evidence of crime and the guilty finally declares, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Lord’s Prayer 13: Put Us Not To The Test! Series

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 3, 2024

Everyday we face problems and tests which we have to try and solve or overcome - some strengthen us others lead us into doing things we are not proud of. The question that hits you from this phrase from the Lord's prayer is - does God put tests before us? Or is this just part of everyday life?

Lord’s Prayer 13: Put us not to the test! Isn’t it strange how the meaning of certain words either become old fashioned or their meaning completely changes. An extremely good example of the change of the meaning of a word, is ‘GAY’ A simple dictionary describes this adjective as someone who is ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10, James 1:2, 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Life After Death Easter 2021

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 4, 2021

“Life After Death” “Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” –Martin Luther King Jr. (1929–68) Acts 10:34-43. The Message

Sermon: The first Easter was a wrecked scene of dispirited disciples in the shadows of an insurrection. This year Easter falls on April 4, the anniversary of the death of Martin Luther King Jr. That early spring evening in 1968 was ten days before the Feast of the Resurrection. In 2021, the second ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Not Of This World

Contributed by Ian Bullock on May 11, 2021

What does it mean to live 'not of this world' whilst living in the midst of so much pain. This sermon challenges us to think about the importance of our relationship with God, and to ask the difficult questions that at times we are too afraid to ask.

In the name of the living God Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Thirty people dead as Netanyahu vows to intensify Gaza attacks Seven children and a teacher killed in school shooting in Russia Scores of bodies found floating in India’s Ganges River Asian American father randomly punched to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-19

Denomination: Anglican

Divine Coordinates

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 15, 2021

In order to fully understand Jesus' identity, we need to witness more than just his divinity; we need to encounter Jesus our savior, who died on the cross and rose from the dead.

February 14, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 9:2-9 Divine Coordinates Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Outdoor activities have grown in popularity with the onslaught of COVID-19. One of those nature ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Lutheran

How Compassion Is Built

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 27, 2023

A sermon for the first Suday in Lent, Year A

February 26, 2023 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 4:1-11; Hebrews 4:15-16 How Compassion Is Built Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This first Sunday in Lent always begins with the same story: Jesus’ temptation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Hebrews 4:15-16

Denomination: Lutheran

The Pastoral Challenge

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 24, 2022

Timothy was not technically a pastor; he was actually Paul’s “delegate.” Nonetheless, he approximated the pastoral role in that he was a shepherd. Timothy faced a number of challenges, as do modern pastors who are serious about the Word. Let’s look at a few of them.

The Pastoral Challenge (I Timothy 4:6-16) 1. At a recent pastor’s retreat each minister in attendance was asked the following question: “How many people does it take to replace a burnt out light bulb?” The answers were as follows. 2.A Reformed Pastor responded, “None. If God wants the bulb ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Existentialism

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 4, 2022

Existentialism is defined as the philosophical belief that each person in life is responsible for creating their own individual purpose and meaning.

Jagadish "Jaggi" Vasudev, better known as Sadhguru, an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality once remarked: "Your thoughts and emotions are of no existential consequence. They are your creation - you could make them any way you want." Galatians 5:16-21 reminds us: “But ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

The Great Life Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 14, 2017

What is the Great Life? The Great Life is a life given to the glory of God.

June 25 The Great Life Matthew 16:13-18 This morning I want to talk about The Great Life. As I researched the topic, I found a number of websites dedicated to The Great Life. One was a site helping people become entrepreneurs (logo of www.thegreat.life: build, live, enjoy). One was a site ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Stepping In The Light" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 11, 2016

To walk in fellowship with God, believers must walk in the light as he is in the light.

In the book of 1 John, John explores two issues pertaining to our relationship with God. The first is the issue of SONSHIP. John shares several tests to help one determine if they have truly been born into the family of God. The second is the issue of FELLOWSHIP. All Christians have SONSHIP; ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Mothers Influence Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 2, 2016

A sermon for Mothers Day in which we realize the powerful influence for good that mothers can have on their children.

1. One man described his mother's influence in his life: * My mother taught me RELIGION: "You better pray that will come of the carpet." * My mother taught me LOGIC: "Because I said so, that's why." * My mother taught me CONTORTIONISM: "Will you look at the dirt on the back of your neck!" * My ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ