Sermons on Secular Guidance:

Introduction To The Book Of Ruth Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 19, 2013

A basic intro to Ruth, discussing its biblical and historical setting, basic story line, theme, author, date, outline, major and minor characters, location and basic teachings with a concluding discussion question about participant goals for the study.

Introduction to the Book of Ruth Series: Ruth June 16, 2013 NOTE: If you would like to have the formatted student study sheet that goes along with this week’s intro study with a helpful chart and a color map, write and request it at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Ruth 1:1-5 – ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate God’s Word Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 11, 2011

We can and should take time to celebrate the gift of God’s Word!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to continue with our theme of Celebration. I believe we should celebrate every day because we have the gift of life. I want us to focus on a great gift we have from God, His Word! • The Bible has been the top selling book for years. There have been ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soldiers Of The Cross

Contributed by David Simpson on Jan 15, 2013

A Veterans Day Sermon (but can also be adapted for Memorial Day) which likens the requirements of discipleship to being an obedient soldier

Sermon Lanier Christian Church November 11, 2012 David Simpson Soldiers of the Cross 2 Timothy 2:1-4 You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Know Where You Are Going Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 3, 2008

We are in teh midst of an amazing race. We need to know where we are going if we are going to win!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you watch the show the Amazing Race? • The Amazing Race is one of those reality shows in which teams of two travel all around the world. • There are several legs to the journey. During each leg of the journey, the teams are presented with unique challenges ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They Call Me Dad

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 23, 2008

A message on how to be a good father through all the stages of your child’s life.

Christianview Church June 18, 1995 They Call Me Dad I don’t think it is possible to be ready for fatherhood. No matter how many books you read or how many classes you take, no matter how many younger siblings you had or how many of your friends have become parents, there is just nothing that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Mennonite

God's At Work Restoring His Church, Restoring You

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 5, 2008

God doesn’t just create His kingdom/His church, He is constantly restoring them. This sermon explores how God restores His church.

Isn’t God wonderful? Doesn’t God do some amazing things? One of the amazing things is that he forgives us, not once but constantly. Think about how many times God has forgiven you. Boy he must really love us. And another amazing thing he does is that despite our flaws and our tendency to mess up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Lutheran

How Do We "Inquire Of The Lord?” Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 12, 2008

David inquired of the Lord for his big decisions; how do we do that?

1 Samuel 23:1-12 October 19, 2008 How do we “Inquire of the Lord?” 2 weeks ago I preached from the story of David where he wanted to build a temple for God. He asked Nathan the prophet about it and initially got the thumbs up. But Nathan goes home and God gives him a prophetic word for David ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-12, 1 Samuel 23:1-15

Denomination: *other

God Leads His Children On.

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007

He has promised to be with us. Let us believe that promise! He has promised to uphold us. Let us believe Him when He says so. He has promised to grant us victory over all our spiritual enemies. Let us trust His truthfulness.

God leads his children on. John 10:25-28 KJV 25 Jesus answered them, I told you, and ye believed not: the works that I do in my Father’s name, they bear witness of me. 26 But ye believe not, because ye are not of my sheep, as I said unto you. 27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they ...read more

Scripture: John 10:25-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Magnificent Praise Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jul 7, 2008

If we are praised like this for what we do, how much more should the Heavenly Father be praised for who he is.

Magnificent Praise Sermon by CH(CPT) Keith J. Andrews All scripture marked ESV: The Holy Bible : English standard version. 2001 Wheaton: Standard Bible Society. During my last deployment, my family was in South Carolina. On my mid-tour or EML leave, I went through Atlanta to Greenville ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1

Denomination: Baptist

Determined Decisions

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 28, 2007

This is my annual New Year’s message for 2007

Determined Decisions Selected Passages December 30, 2007 Morning Service Parts of this message are adapted from the Decision Making devotional included in John Maxwell’s One Hour with God. Former president Ronald Reagan once had an aunt who took him to a cobbler for a pair of new shoes. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:36-38

Denomination: Church Of God

A Blockbuster Christmas - Imagine A World Without Jesus . . .

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Jan 14, 2008

Imagine a world without Jesus . . . No Boundaries . . . No Freedom.

A Blockbuster Christmas Series “Imagine a world without Jesus . . . No Boundaries . . . No Freedom” We’ve been talking about what this world would be like had Jesus never been born. We’ve seen how this world would be without hope, full of bitterness if there were no Jesus. Today, we continue ...read more

Scripture: Judges 21:25

Denomination: Baptist

Dear God, Please Hear Me

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 18, 2012

Most of us go through times when we 'feel' God is not listening to our prayers. From Isaiah 59, this message gives some of the process for this season in our lives.

Dear God, Please Hear Me (Why God doesn’t answer) Isaiah 59:1-21 * A young man asked his girlfriend, “Can I kiss you?” and she was silent. Next, he asked, “May I kiss you?” again, she was silent. Finally, in frustration he said, “Are You deaf?” Without ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Freedom

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 6, 2010

The forgiveness of sin through Christ gives us the freedom to be victorious over fleshly desires and gives us the power to be successful in God's work.

CALLED TO FREEDOM GALATIANS 5:13-15 INTRODUCTION Our has been and is still a time of bondage. We can think of the slavery days as practiced in our country and in other countries. Africans themselves even practiced slavery. It was under the administration of Abraham Lincoln that the slaves of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is That Baby In A Manger?

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 24, 2017

By looking at Isaiah's ancient prophecy, we get to know better who Jesus is: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace. Each title reveals more of Christ and how he can change our lives.

Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 Who is That Baby in a Manger? Did you know that, in the midst of the destruction of Hurricane Irma, babies were born? A woman in Coral Springs gave birth to a daughter on her bathroom floor, assisted by her mother until emergency workers arrived. A Miami woman gave birth just hours ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, John 16:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Conspiracy With A Coin Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 6, 2018

As Jesus continued within the Temple, He was confronted about the lawfulness of paying taxes. Those who opposed Him sought to find further accusation. In Jesus' response, we find wisdom for our lives - taxes, tithes, and submission.

Conspiracy with a Coin Mark 12: 13-17 As we continue through Mark’s gospel, I want to offer a reminder of the volatile environment in which Jesus walked at this time. He is in the last few days prior to the crucifixion. Having entered Jerusalem triumphantly, He had returned twice since, entering ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Baptist