Sermons on Secular Happiness:

Settle Disputes Like A Christian Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016

The Corinthians were pretty American - they loved suing each other. So Paul tells them to stop it and do it the grace way!

As you can see this morning we are passionate about being a gateway for the gospel to goto the nations. I want to see heaven populated with people from all nations because of what we have been partnering with the Spirit in here! Apostle Paul had a similar passion and he had a problem in Corinth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Characters Of Christmas: The Shepherds Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 20, 2017

A look at the shepherds around the manger.

History and pop culture have given a cast of characters to surround us at Christmas. The characters evoke smiles, joy, reverence, excitement, anticipation and happy memories. Some, like Santa Claus have sacred beginnings, but most are purely secular in nature. That’s okay, for they still bring joy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Methodist

Joy At Work

Contributed by Dennis Bakke on Jan 31, 2006

Dennis Bakke’s Labor Day Sermon based on his New York Times bestselling book, JOY AT WORK.

Joy at Work A sermon preached by Dennis Bakke on Labor Day Sunday September 4, 2005 Falls Church Episcopal Church Falls Church, VA Dennis Bakke is the author of the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller, JOY AT WORK: A Revolutionary Approach to Fun on the Job. He is the co-founder ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Alone Has Power To Bestow Blessing And Give Life.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Feb 15, 2002

Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4aFebruary 24, 2002 Title: “God alone has power to bestow blessing and give life.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Lent Genesis 12: 1-4a 12 Now the LORD said to Abram, "Go from your country and your kindred and your father’s house to the land that I will show you. 2I will make of you a great nation, and I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

The Life Of The Kingdom Begins Now

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 4, 2023

We are often guilty of limiting the Kingdom of God as being some future reality. But there is an aspect of the kingdom in the present. What foes this tell us.

The Kingdom of God Begins Now Romans 13:8-14 In times of distress, we often dream of heaven. We cry out “Maranatha” (O Lord Come). We think of the millennium and a reign of the Prince of Peace while we seem surrounded by the noise of war. We await justice while we live in a world where justice is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Becoming Exceptional Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Aug 8, 2006

What is there to holiness that is so special?

“Becoming Exceptional” I. Introduction a. Quiz: i. I wonder if I can conduct a quick quiz this morning. Can everyone grab a pencil or pen and jot down on the top line on your sermon guide, three or four things that are distinctive about yourself. 1. What words would others use to describe ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God He Let Me Play Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

That is the number one basis for Thanksgiving. It is just the fact that God has let you play the game. All of us are only here today because God has let us play the game of life.

William F. Kirk was a columnist who loved baseball, and just before his death he wrote this poem couched in baseball terms to express his thanks for life. "The doctor knows what his trained eyes see, And he says it is the last of the 9th for me; One more swing while the clouds loom dark, And ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-11

Now Jericho

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 2, 2010

This sermon addresses how Jericho represents the "battle before the blessings, and how we get ready for Jericho through discipleship and forward thinking.

INTRO * I’ve taken you on a journey o Out of Egypt to Canaan * They are finally in Canaan * And they are facing Jericho Jericho = stronghold strength protection * Jericho marks the place of battle before blessing * They are now at Jericho o Now is a time word o Something had to proceed ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Strategies For Healthy Living

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 10, 2020

Born-Again Christians should enjoy better health than non-Christians

The daily study of the Bible will help one to see how God has shown the way to live naturally healthy lives. Born-Again Christians should enjoy better health than non-Christians. By living according to God’s Word and casting all their cares upon Him, He will “guard” all that they “have entrusted to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, 2 Corinthians 5:18, 1 John 3:8, Job 42:10, James 5:15-16, Ephesians 4:32, Philippians 4:4-7, Acts 16:25-26, Proverbs 17:22, Psalm 126:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Jesus' Resurrection Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 12, 2025

“If in Christ we have hope in this life only, we are of all people most to be pitied. But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep.” (1 Corinthians 15:19-20 ESV)

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is central to the Christian faith and without the resurrection there can be no Christianity. It is significant because when Jesus rose from the dead, He proved that He was exactly who He claimed to be, the Son of God, and had accomplished what He came to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Have A Vision For New Life!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2002

I have a vision for new life-at New Life Community Church.

I have a vision for New Life Community Church! I am happy to present to you this day, a vision for tomorrow. Let us remember that 15 years ago a luminous cloud of light emerged on the scene in Amery. That cloud was the birth of a new church called New Life Christian Fellowship. We today, face ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Birth Of Christ A Time Of Joy"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Dec 17, 2004

There area number of people who at the birth of Christ jump for joy at hearing of his birth.

“Jump for Joy” Luke 2:10-11 “…I bring you good news of great joy.” Luke 1:39-45 There are a number of individuals included in the story surrounding the birth of Jesus the scriptures portrayed as jumping for joy at the birth of Jesus. The Gospel of Matthew gives the story from the point of view ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Free Methodist

Faith: Life's Foundation Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Apr 29, 2002

Are your beliefs real Faith?

Faith- The Foundation for Life A young woman was speaking with one of my sons last week about prayer. “Who are you talking to?” she asked in all sincerity. She did not grasp the personal Presence of God. They talked on of his daily reading of the Scripture, an exercise that caused her ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Speaks On Money Management

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 15, 2010

Jesus uses the example of a bad man to teach us important principles about managing our money.

Jesus Speaks on Money Management Luke 16:1-9 INTRODUCTION Money management. This is something we must learn early in life. My son was once working on a merit badge for Scouts that in part required him to keep a three-month budget. He had to record all his income as well as his expenses. At the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Asking For Revival

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 3, 2008

This Sermon was written to inspire our youth group to seek revival.

Asking For Revival... Read... Psa 85:6 Wilt thou not revive us again: that thy people may rejoice in thee? Intro... Psalms 85:6 gives us the cause & effect of revival. See, the cause is that the psalmist asks for revival. How many know that asking can cause alot of things to come to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6