Sermons on Seasons Of Testings:

Christ’s Christmas Love

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 17, 2009

Jesus isn’t the reason for the season - YOU are!

“Christmas 2009” December 20, 2009 Revelation 2:2-11 2At once I was in the Spirit, and there before me was a throne in heaven with someone sitting on it. 3And the one who sat there had the appearance of jasper and carnelian. A rainbow, resembling an emerald, encircled the throne. 4Surrounding the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-11

Denomination: Holiness

Being Forces For God And Good

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 29, 2007

In the season of Advent we are awakened to be forces for God and good.

Title: Being a Forces for Good and God Text: Romans 13:11-14 Thesis: In the Season of Advent, we are wakened to be forces for God and good. Context: Romans 13 is a chapter in which the Apostle Paul instructs us on how to live as Christians in light of the imminent return of Jesus Christ. In ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fisherman’s Guide To Good Shepherding Series

Contributed by Wayne Presnell on Dec 8, 2012

A seasoned pastor shares insight with his "fellow elders."

Peter knew... he just knew... after it was all said and done… after Jesus had risen from the dead, after his cowardly betrayal… Peter just knew... he was out. He not "the Rock" or the leader he imagined. What was he going to do now? Well a man has to earn a living… so he went back to what he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Expectations

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 1, 2018

An advent series focused on our expectations at the Christmas season.

Christmas Expectations! What Difference Does Christmas Make Luke 1:46-55 December 2, 2018 It feels so strange for me to think that the Christmas season has officially begun. Yes, according to stores that started on November 1st, the day after Halloween. To be honest, I’m not really into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Temptations Of The Wilderness

Contributed by Glynda Lomax on Jul 14, 2018

The seven things we are most tempted by in a wilderness season.

Matthew 4:1 1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. Because Jesus was led into the wilderness to be tempted, we can be sure we will as well. The wilderness is a terrifying place – hot, barren and wearisome. There is no comfort there, and no ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Seven Reasons For Sending The Son

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 25, 2013

The Bible give the reasons for celebrating Jesus as the "reason for the season."

Seven Reasons for Sending the Son Christmas means different things to different people. To most children — it means gifts; to many mothers — it means scheduling convenient times for family and friends to meet, giving the house a thorough cleaning and preparing huge feasts; to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of Teamwork

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 4, 2016

The start of the NFL season and preached a sermon on Godly teamwork.

The art of teamwork Selected Scriptures Prayer- Introduction- This morning, we celebrate with all our team jerseys and team colors. It is our way of showing support for the teams that we like. We wear hats, team jerseys, we buy their memorabilia, and occasionally, we can afford to go to a game. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Christmas Blues

Contributed by Dennis King on Dec 19, 2019

During this holiday season minor problems seem to grow

Some people are strongly affected by the “Christmas Blues.” Minor problems seem to grow in magnitude during this season which should be devoted to 'glad tidings and joyfulness. It seems we've all have some problems from time to time. I'm not talking about trivial things like; what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:11-12, James 1:14, Mark 14:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Faith For Rocky Waters

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 14, 2023

A sermon for Lectionary 19 in the season following Pentecost, Year A

August 13, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 14:22-33 A Faith for Rocky Waters Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Take heart, it is I.” How wonderful it must have been for the disciples to hear Jesus’ voice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

A Harvest Of Compassion

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 19, 2023

A Sermon for the Season of Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 11

June 18, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 9:35-10:8 A Harvest of Compassion Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; ask the Lord of the harvest to send out ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

What God Most Desires

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 12, 2023

A Sermon for the Season of Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 10

June 11, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 What God Most Desires Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Mercy: The story is told of a mother who approached the powerful ruler ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Excuse Me – Can I Get Some Directions?”

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

God provides everything we need to pass the stressful tests that come our way.

"Excuse Me -- Can I Get Some Directions?" James 1:5-7 OPEN: Today we are continuing in our study in the book of James. Last we introduced the book and took a look at the topic just the first couple of verses. James started out by talking about getting a different perspective on our problems. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Can The Righteous Do?

Contributed by Tony Skaff on Jun 9, 2006

If the foundations are destroyed, what can the righteous do? What should he do, knowing it is a test?

1stBBC What can the righteous do? Psa 11:1-7 To the choirmaster. Of David. In the LORD I take refuge; how can you say to my soul, "Flee like a bird to your mountain, for behold, the wicked bend the bow; they have fitted their arow to the string to shoot in the dark at the upright in heart; if ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

I Won't Complain Any More!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 26, 2020

The whining of the people of Israel following God's deliverance from slavery is too often echoed among the churches of this day. Grumbling is a serious sin against God, inviting His divine judgement.

“The people complained in the hearing of the LORD about their misfortunes, and when the LORD heard it, his anger was kindled, and the fire of the LORD burned among them and consumed some outlying parts of the camp. Then the people cried out to Moses, and Moses prayed to the LORD, and the fire died ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Step With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 27, 2022

Though every season be different, our attitude towards the Lord must remain the same. This series is going to conclude by discussing six things that will help us in any season to keep a spiritual rhythm that honors God!

Spiritual Rhythm Walking in Step with the Spirit Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Many Christians believe that the key to serving God faithfully is to seek a good balance between work, play, and worship. They feel that those who attain this balance will be filled ...read more

Denomination: Baptist