Sermons on Safe Space:

"Parable Of The Toy Story(Much More Than A Toy)” Series

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jun 26, 2018

In Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear is given to a boy named Andy Davis from his mother as a birthday present. He also believes that he is a real space ranger,rather than a toy. Buzz Lightyear quickly becomes Andy's favorite toy. There is a great similarity to us

Introduction: Inspiration and Similarity: In Toy Story, Buzz Lightyear is given to a boy named Andy Davis from his mother as a birthday present. He also believes that he is a real space ranger, rather than a toy. Buzz Lightyear quickly becomes Andy's favorite toy, making Andy's original favorite ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Curiosity Isn't Enough

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 13, 2009

It is not enough to be curious about Christ, keeping your distance or living in the world unequipped. If you are merely curious, come closer and you will grow and mature.

We have a new puppy at our house. She’s about 11 weeks old. And is she ever curious! She is curious about everything. There is nothing that escapes her attention, and nothing that does not interest her. She has to sniff at the house plants; she pulls at the towels; she tugs at the bedspread ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:43-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Fellowship Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Sep 1, 2024

Fellowship was more than just an activity for the early Christians—it was a way of life that fostered deep connections, mutual support, and spiritual growth. Through fellowship, including shared meals, prayer, and encouragement, the early church thrived in unity and love.

Introduction Video Ill.: Community — Church Fuel 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2, NIV1984) The unity that was present in the early church puts our world today to shame. Political Opponents Finish Debate ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Romans 12:10-13, Matthew 18:20, Acts 12:12-17, Hebrews 10:24-25, Galatians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Fatherhood Series

Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024

"This sermon explores the importance of spiritual fatherhood in the Kingdom, emphasizing the impact of a father’s guidance on spiritual and financial well-being. It highlights the biblical foundation for spiritual fatherhood and its connection to aligning with God’s financial principles."

Introduction In the spiritual journey, God’s design for His people is not to walk in isolation, but to thrive in the context of family—a spiritual family where guidance, mentorship, and accountability are not just beneficial but essential for growth. The concept of spiritual fatherhood is central ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:15

Denomination: Other

Conversion Of A Sinner Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 7, 2025

Acts 16:11-15 teaches us that God is sovereign in the conversion of sinners.

Introduction William Ashley Sunday (1862 - 1935) was a professional baseball player who played in the National League for eight seasons. On a Sunday afternoon in Chicago, during either the 1886 or 1887 baseball season, Billy Sunday and several of his teammates were out on the town on their day ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus In Love Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 18, 2002

Jesus, in dealing with sexual sin, did NOT make an object out of the woman involved, nor did He feel it necessary to do anything but give her space to work out her own spiritual issues. He DID determine that His aim was redemption, not shame, and He love

All these years of preaching and teaching, and no one has ever asked me why Jesus didn’t have a wife or a girl friend. No one has even so much as wondered out loud whether Jesus the man felt what most men feel. Are you afraid of that question? Or do you just suppose that, after all, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Slaying The Green-Eyed Monster

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 8, 2025

The green-eyed monster of envy, and its children frustration and bitterness, grow best in an enclosed space. But when we abandon our isolation, entering into our faith community and our common experience of God, the One who is stronger than the world can lift us above it.

Have you ever bought a lottery ticket? ‘Fess up, now... Most of us are human enough to think that life would be a whole lot easier if we just had a little more money. And let’s face it... while money can’t solve all our problems it can certainly take care of the basics, can’t it? Food, clothing, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resurrection Confidence Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 26, 2013

Since Christ is raised from the dead, live your life with confidence: Be confident that your faith is useful; your witness is true; your sins are gone; your loved ones are safe; and you are truly blessed as a believer in Jesus Christ.

Some time ago, a cartoon appeared in Leadership Journal that shows a couple leaving church and shaking hands with the pastor. The man says to the pastor, “You're in a rut, Reverend. Every time I come here, you preach about the Resurrection.” (Wendell Simons, The Best Cartoons from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Eternal Salvation & Assurance

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

Salvation is of God, neither of the church nor of men. No creature can ever add or subtract from God’s eternal salvation. Under the NT, if you have been saved and born again then you are safe and secure forever in Christ.

Intro: The biblical word “salvation” communicates the thought of deliverance, safety, preservation, and restoration. To be saved means to be rescued from a lost, hopeless and perishing state. Divine salvation provides a removal of every charge against the sinner and grants him everlasting life in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-2

Denomination: *other

Becoming All Things To Win Some

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 23, 2017

To reach our postmodern culture we need to be like Paul and give up our freedom to live safely inside of our own culture and become all things to all people so that we might win some to Christ.

Becoming all Things to Win Some 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Freedom is a privilege that comes with great responsibility. In Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible (Colossians 1:16). Humanity was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Significance Of Faith Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on May 9, 2022

Every action in life requires some amount of faith. From entering a car to eating in a hotel thinking it is safe. What you believe comes out as faith when you practice. Lets us see the significance of faith in this outline.

Many people as much as they practice faith in other areas of life, do not enrich in the spiritual realm. Faith is only as good as the object in which one places his faith. It is something one learns and grows with it. Are you faithful to God? Almost everyone would say, "yes" which is not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 10:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Cowards In Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

Heaven is for heroes only, so there will be no cowards in heaven. All cowards will be cast into the lake of fire which is the second and final death. They played it safe and took no risks for Christ, and like all safety first people, they end up as total failures.

On January 18, 1912 Captain Robert F. Scott and four companions at last reached the South Pole only to discover that they had been beaten by another explorer named Amundsen. It was a terrible disappointment, for they had gone through unbelievable hardships to get there. The return journey was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:7-8

"When God Stood Up!”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Aug 25, 2018

While we lie down in the green pasture of the 23rd Psalm, the Good Shepherd may not seem to notice us — we are safe; but when the sheep are among the wolves of Matthew 10:16, the Good Shepherd will run to their help — they are in danger.

“[God] raised [Christ] from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly places… . He put all things under His feet and gave Him as head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” - Ephesians 1:20–23 In Mark 16:19 after Jesus spoke to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is It Worth The Risk?

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 7, 2022

There is a balance we live by every day, it is the balance of... risk vs reward. Every believer must ask themselves, is it worth the risk to follow Jesus into the faith zone? Or will you live the rest of your life sitting in the safe zone?

Sermon Text: Matthew 14:22-32 When Jesus Says Come: He has just opened a door for you to a greater life than you could imagine, but it will cost you something to get it. There will be a risk. Let me say this to you, life comes with risk. * Every time you get on the freeway, you are taking a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32, Mark 9:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Warmth Of God's Love Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 8, 2023

We are the sons and daughters of God! We are washed with the blood of Jesus! We are safe and protected under the warmth of God's love. The warmness of God's love guarantees our daily provision, care, support, and security!

OASIS WORD BANK Opening Passage What shall we say about such wonderful things as these? If God is for us, who can ever be against us? Romans 8:31 (NLT) Title: THE WARMTH OF GOD'S LOVE Columnist: Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Reference: 00122307 Devotional The power of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31, Song of Songs 2:4

Denomination: Charismatic