Sermons about Running On Empty

The Right Side Of Easter

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 9, 2009

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Many Christians are living on the Calvary side of Easter. They live as if Jesus died for their sins (ie… they are saved) but without the power, the joy, the redemption and the transformation of Easter.

The Right Side of Easter Point of sermon: Many Christians are living on the Calvary side of Easter. They live as if Jesus died for their sins (ie… they are saved) but without the power, the joy, the redemption and the transformation of Easter. Sermon: Earlier we sang the familiar words, "Low in ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

He's Alive; I'm Forgiven; Heaven's Gates Are Opened Wide

Contributed by Charles Wall, Jr. on Mar 25, 2021

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Sunrise Service - He's Alive by Don Francisco - a perfect blend of words and music that communicates powerful truths.

There is a new, old song that I have loved ever since the first time I heard it. It’s new in the sense that’s it’s not a hymn of yesteryear but it’s old b/c it was first released in 1977 & some of you weren’t even alive then – 41 years ago. I wish I could play the guitar & sing it for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:5, Luke 24:34, Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Simplicity And Contentment Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

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This message continues the series on spiritual disciplines. Here we discuss the discipline of simplicity or contentment.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Simplicity” The Path to Contentment Review Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate spiritual exercises as a way of life. These disciplines diminish the things that block our relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:9-11, 2 Corinthians 11:2-3, Luke 10:38-42, Philippians 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Hope For The Hopeless

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 8, 2021

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A message about receiving a miracle from the Lord. How God hears us.

Title: Hope to the Hopeless Text: 2 Kings 4:1 - 7 2 Kings 4:1-7 A certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, saying, "Your servant my husband is dead, and you know that your servant feared the Lord. And the creditor is coming to take my two sons to be his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

"Who Made Who?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 21, 2014

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There is nothing more beautiful than a life given over to God.

Matthew 22:15-22 "Who Made Who?" (Play "Who Made Who" by AC/DC following the Scripture Reading) "Video games [they] play me... Nothin' gonna save your one last dime 'cause it own [s] you Through and through... The data bank know [s] my number... Kick you round the world There ain't a thing that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Welcoming The Unwelcome Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Dec 21, 2014

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Paddington Bear, Nadia Bolz-Webber and an old lady called Betty challenge us on what it means to welcome the unwelcome. Sermon preached at Westminster Abbey December 2014.

Welcoming the unwelcome “He hath put down the mighty from their seats and exalted them of low degree. He hath filled the hungry with good things; and the rich he hath sent empty away” The scripture speaks of a God who welcomes the unwelcome. These words are so important that no only do our choirs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Anglican

Shalom...peace

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on May 1, 2022

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The resurrection peace of our lord Jesus Christ, who dies so that we may have everlasting life.

SHALOM…PEACE How often has Jesus warned us of the hatred of the world as He experienced it , how He was persecuted so we shall be as well. His disciples feared for their lives after the crucifixion, locking themselves in the upper room, waiting… Are we as individuals and a church sitting behind ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Charismatic

Humbly Heartfelt

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 24, 2025

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Christ’s humility reveals heaven’s heart—God stooping in love. When His mind lives in us, pride dies, grace flows, and hearts rise.

I. The Heartbeat of Heaven There are moments in Scripture that let us overhear the heartbeat of heaven. Philippians 2 : 5-11 is one of them. It’s as if Paul pulls back the curtain and lets us listen to how God thinks and feels. It’s not thunder or trumpet—it’s the quiet pulse of divine ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Micah 6:8, John 13:3-5, James 4:6-10, 1 Peter 5:5-7 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Find Your Towel

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 1, 2025

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Jesus gives authority to serve, not rule—power shaped like a towel, lifting others, revealing love’s quiet strength, and mirroring His heart.

1. The Ladder and the Towel My senior pastor once stood with me in the church fellowship hall staring at a row of framed photographs—portraits of evangelists who had conducted meetings through the years. His finger paused on one. “H. M. S. Richards, Sr.,” he said softly. Then came a line I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13, Mark 10:42-45, John 13:1-17, Philippians 2:5-8, 1 Peter 5:1-3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Cross Marks The Spot

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 7, 2025

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At Calvary, heaven’s greatest treasure was revealed — where justice and mercy meet, sin is broken, and every seeker finds redemption through Christ’s cross.

INTRODUCTION — THE TREASURE WE’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR Every child dreams of buried treasure. We’ve all seen the movies — a worn map, a red “X,” a promise whispered through time: “Somewhere out there, something precious is waiting to be found.” But what if I told you that the greatest treasure in the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, Romans 6:23, Luke 23:42-43, 1 Corinthians 1:23, Colossians 2:15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Amazing Race Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

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Paul calls us to intense training. The challenge which lies before us is nothing short of reaching the world for Christ and building God’s kingdom here on earth with a multi ethnic church. It is far beyond our current ability and it will not happen overni

The Amazing Race Hebrews 12:1-3 Have any of you ever watched the Amazing Race? It’s a reality game show in which teams of two people race around the world in competition with other teams. Contestants strive to arrive first at the end of each leg of the race to win prizes and to avoid coming in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

Kill The Rose?invest Alittle More?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 9, 2002

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Roses have thorns, but this cannot be our focus? Would you invest a little more effort and look beyond the thorns?

Kill the rose, or give it another chance? Give it another chance? Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Luke 13: 6 He spake also this parable; A certain man had a fig tree planted in his vineyard; and he came and sought fruit thereon, and found none. 7. Then said he unto the dresser of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moral Issues: Adultery Series

Contributed by Rob Harbison on May 10, 2001

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Adultery is a cruel sin whose pain and destruction strikes twice, both now and in eternity.

INTRO: Lingering glances. Innocent flirtations. Compromising situations. All of those spell “danger.” Office romances. Out-of-town flings. Secret trysts. All of those spell “disaster.” The more time we spend away from our spouses during the day, the greater the temptation for an illicit affair ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope With A Heartbeat

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

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Real hope is living hope

Hope with a Heartbeat 1 Peter 1:3-5 November 14, 1999 1. High school football A. A major game 1.) We were in a tie for first place 2.) The opponent was not impressive 3.) The game was great – We were down by 7 at the half - There’s still a lot of hope for a championship B. The second half 1.) The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

The Principle Of Measure

Contributed by Wayne Searls on Jun 1, 2005

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To motivate the hearer to completely seek God in all aspects of his/her life (salvation, life style, tithes giving, relationships).

THE PRINCIPLE OF MEASURE Luke 6:38 TEXT: Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” PROPOSITION: To motivate the hearer to completely seek ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Nazarene

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