Sermons on Righteous Living:

You Are The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 29, 2019

Many times, if God is going to touch someone, it will be through us.

Today we celebrate the baptisms of three children of our congregation. A lot of things are happening in a baptism. Their parents are asking for God's blessing on their children and making promises to provide Christian nurture for them. God is making a statement to the children, that he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Give All You Can Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 31, 2019

Excel in Giving is the main theme of this passage in 2 Corinthians 8:1-15. Paul urges his readers to excel in faith, utterance, knowledge and also in giving to God and others. Its very motivational and inspiring to practice it in our life journey.

Excel in Giving, 2 Corinthians 8:1-15 Introduction Paul wrote four letters to the churches at Corinth: (1) A letter referred in 1st Corinthians 5:9, (2) the First letter to Corinthians, (3) “severe” letter referred in 2 Corinthians 2:3-4, (4) Second letter. One of the purposes was “To teach ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Goodness Of God Through Creation Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 14, 2020

The best w,ay to think of good and do good is remind ourselves of the goodness of God which is clear in His Creation.

As many of you know, I prefer sharing a message chapter by chapter of a Bible Book, trying to make sure we look at passages in context. But because we are dealing with a pandemic and dealing with social and political issues lately, we have been doing topical messages. I will continue with topical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-31, Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lifestyle Principles Sermon Ii: When Depressed, Pray For A Right Response Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

Situational depression is our opportunity to prayerfully plan for a positive response.

WHEN DEPRESSED DUE TO SITUATIONAL DISTRESS, PRAYERFULLY PLAN A POSITIVE RESPONSE One day this past week my soul became vexed by a distressful situation . . . my ability to concentrate was dulled . . . my body felt fatigued beyond usual tiredness . . . then it occurred to me that that ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Mold Me And Make Me Sermon I: . . . With A Fresh Start Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 25, 2020

Knowing what it is like to be broken in spirit, mature Christians also know that Christ our Lord would have us pray and ask God to mold us and make us after His Will.

MOLD ME AND MAKE ME AFTER THY WILL . . . WITH A FRESH START When we break a plate, ordinarily we simply toss it and get a new one. But what happens when a person is broken? Many of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-27, John 21:15-19

When Christ Comes In Victory (Advent 1, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

In our world, there are rivaling kingdoms! The world’s darkness rivals the light of Christ, His light and His truth with what is counterfeit.

WHEN CHRIST COMES IN VICTORY Text: Mark 13:24-37 “ The story is told about one of the episodes of the French Revolution. A “… maddened crowd burst into one of the picture galleries of Paris, intent on devilry, destruction and death, they paused irresolute on the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 24, 2016

I am an adopted son of God, through Jesus Christ

I AM TEXT: EPH> 1:1-10 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are in Ephesus, and are faithful[a] in Christ Jesus: 2 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Spiritual Blessings in Christ 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Death Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Mar 28, 2016

Now, it is possible for every person to overcome and defeat death.

Defeating Death John 11 Introduction: 1. In this day of modern medicine, it is not unusual for a person to quit breathing and be resuscitated. “Resuscitate” means “to revive from apparent death.” 2. But when someone has been dead (person or animal) for four days, this ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-57

Denomination: Bible Church

The Impossible Thing - Ii Series

Contributed by Virgil Hurley on Mar 29, 2016

God provided the complete, unexpected victory over Goliath.

THE IMPOSSIBLE THING - II I Samuel 17:4-11, 16, 20-25 Virg Hurley Sermon, March 20, 2016 David had gone to the battle line; heard Goliath’s roaring challenge to Israel; volunteered to engage him; been outfitted in Saul’s gear and found them wanting; dressed in his homespun and went to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mothers Are Stange Creatures

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 6, 2016

In honor of Mothers, with feeling and a touch of Humor.

"Today Mothers are being recognized for their dedication and TLC. It's a day of appreciation for making you finish something that couldn’t be done, for standing by you and believing in you, and for getting up in the middle of the night to clean your bottom and to wash your dippers, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"lord _____________"

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 1, 2023

I don’t have a fancy cliché’ to quote. I don’t have a catchy phrase to say. However, I do have a prayer that I am entering into this New Year with and that is Lord ____!!!!

Lord _____________!!!!!!! By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - As we enter a New Year, so many people are discouraged, despondent, and filled with doubt because this past year has been filled with hurts, heart aches, disappointments, trials, death, sickness, grief and many other things. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Genesis 18:14

Denomination: Apostolic

Is There Only One Ark?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 7, 2023

God has given us directions on what to do and how to do it, but how many of us have actually paid attention and are following those directions?

The First Ark. No doubt many people have heard about The Ark. But what is The Ark, really? Is it more than the Old Testament story about a man who built a boat and put a bunch of animals on it before a great flood? What is or was the purpose of The Ark? We will take a few moments to go back and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiven And Forgiveness

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 11, 2023

BIG IDEA: GOD IS THE GOD OF FORGIVENESS. AS HE FORGIVES, WE ALSO MUST FORGIVE.

2023.01.08. Sermon. Forgiven and Forgiveness William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: GOD IS THE GOD OF FORGIVENESS. AS HE FORGIVES, WE ALSO MUST FORGIVE. FORGIVENESS COMES BY THE BLOOD OF CHRIST 1 John 1:5-10 (NKJV) 5 This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10, Romans 5:8-11, Matthew 26:28, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Luke 23:34, Matthew 6:9-15, Luke 6:37, Colossians 3:12-13, Luke 17:3-4, Mark 11:25-27, Ephesians 4:31-32, Isaiah 43:25-26, Acts 3:19, Isaiah 1:18, Ephesians 1:7, Colossians 1:13-14, Daniel 9:9, Numbers 14:19-21, Micah 7:18-19, Psalm 103:12, Hebrews 10:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ahab Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 3, 2023

Ahab was one of the worst Kings of Israel EVER and yet, Yahweh still tried to get his heart and turn him around before it was too late.

February 04, 2023 Ahab: Reigned for 22 years in Israel (874-853) = EVIL. The events of his 22-year reign are broken down as follows: • Ahab and Elijah – including the Mt. Carmel Showdown – we will cover Elijah in a separate sermon. • Ahab and Ben-hadad • Ahab and Naboth • Ahab’s Final ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 16:29-33

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Gooder Ain't A Word... I Want To Be Gooder... (Better)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 17, 2022

An old lady in the rest home uses the word GOODER... She means better. But we understand her desire is to be gooder today than she was yesterday. How can I be "gooder?"

GOODER? Can I do this better? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Colossians 3:17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. Colossians 3:23 And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:17, Matthew 12:34, Proverbs 13:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God