Sermons on Seek Ye First The Kingdom Of God:

The Faith Test: Trials Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 19, 2011

Why should we "count it all joy" when we experience trials?

[You can receive free sermons each week by email if you contact jonrmcleod@gmail.com. You can also follow Jonathan's blog at blog.fhfbc.org.] AN INTRODUCTION TO THE BOOK OF JAMES James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: Greetings (v. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Hunger Games

Contributed by Jeff Morrison on Mar 30, 2012

There is a distinct difference between one who will give his/her life for their own loved one or even a stranger – and One who gives His life for someone He knows to be a thief, a child molester, a murderer…someone evil. Would Katness give her life for t

Beyond the Hunger Games John 15:13, Romans 5:6-11 In the movie, “The Hunger Games”, 16 year old Katness is faced with a dramatic choice when her 12 year old sister is chosen by lottery to fight for their district. She knows her sister is small and frail, and that she would not last in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Trembling And Bewildered

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 7, 2012

Easter Sunday, Year B

Mark 16: 1 – 8 / Trembling and Bewildered Intro: The little boy was not happy about going to church on Easter Sunday. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather outside was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside . . . so as he sulked in the pew his parents ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Positive Message Of The Gospel Is Simple Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 29, 2015

Our preaching should be simple, and incorporate positive examples.

Thursday of 22nd week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel St. Gregory the Great “May you be strengthened with all power, according to his glorious might, for all endurance and patience with joy, giving thanks to the Father, who has qualified us to share in the inheritance of the saints in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Catholic

The Special Role Of The Laity Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 2, 2015

Lay people in the Church, especially women, serve a vital role in spreading the Gospel and building community.

Thursday of the 5th Week of Easter 2015 Joy of the Gospel Both of our readings today are concerned with what the Catechism calls “The Christian Life,” or the moral and virtuous way of life. Paul and Barnabas were traveling through the lands of what is now Turkey and Greece, going to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:17-21

Denomination: Catholic

The Manifestation Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 2, 2013

A study on the nine manifestation gifts of the Spirit.

The Manifestation Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 - But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Charismatic

Are You Feeling Salty? (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 4, 2014

What difference are you making to this world?

Matthew 5:13-“You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. Those ones who are poor in spirit, that’s the ones who are the salt of earth! Those ones who mourn, that’s the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Say Nothing

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 31, 2021

Does fear keep us from sharing the Good News of the Gospel?

Mark 16: 1 – 8 / Say Nothing Intro: The little boy was not happy about going to church on Easter Sunday. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather outside was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside . . . so as he sulked in the pew his parents overheard him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Anger And Conflict

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Dec 6, 2020

We all have conflict in relationships. How do I handle these situations? Whether these conflicts are with our husband/wife, kids, other family, friends, church members, co-workers or boss, there are some steps we can take to improve the situation.

We all have conflict in relationships. Whether these conflicts are with our husband/wife, kids, other family, friends, church members, co-workers or boss, there are some steps we can take to improve the situation. Here you will find: — Suggestions for dealing with anger — Precautions about ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:8-17, Matthew 5:43-48, Proverbs 25:21, Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

7 Characteristics Of The Man Of Velvet Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 16, 2021

Men are tough, made of steel and we can and must press through those tough times. But what about men being gentle? A man must learn to be a gentleman and lead his family with compassion and care.

Men are tough, made of steel and we can and must press through those tough times. But what about men being gentle? A man must learn to be a gentleman and lead his family with compassion and care. I mentioned yesterday that 1.000,000 men walk out on their home each year, and many of them never say ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, Titus 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tearing Of Clothes

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 12, 2024

In the Bible tearing clothes referred to Mouring, hurt, sorrow, that is what happened to Elisha when his friend departed but he picked up cloak and kept going despite the tearing of clothes.

"Tearing Of Clothes” 2 Kings 2:1-12 1. In Second Kings, the prophet Elisha is torn apart by the departure of his mentor Elijah. • As the story begins, the two men are on the road outside Gilgal, near the Jordan River. • Elijah somehow knows that his prophetic work is coming to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Easter - Alive For Evermore Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Apr 19, 2022

EASTER Sunday has come and gone—a vivid reminder of the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ.  Yet, before these events ever occurred, Jesus declared that He was both the resurrection and the life.  Easter is all about Jesus Christ and His glorious resurrection!


“Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection and the life: he that believes in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.” John 11:25 1. THE MEANING OF EASTER in Old English is Easterdæg, from Eastre. The origin of the term Easter comes from the Germanic name for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7, Hebrews 9:26-28, John 11:25, Matthew 28:6, Romans 6:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: Here Is Your Brother Series

Contributed by Merwin Rylaarsdam on Jan 4, 2006

Reacceptance of a fallen and forgiven Christian into the faith is not an option.

Sermon – “Here Is Your Brother” Scripture: Luke 7:36-50 ‘Tis the season for parties. They might be parties which people look forward to all year, or they might be parties that we dread. It might be a large work-related party where the political thing to do is show up, or it might be a large ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Price Of Freedom

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 22, 2007

Freedom always come with a price. This Memorial Day lets remember those who gave their lives for our nation’s freedom.

THE PRICE OF FREEDOM (Thanks to K. Edward Skidmore, Robert Leroe, and John Shearheart for their contributions) A. Tomorrow our nation will celebrate Memorial Day. 1. Many people see Memorial Day merely as a three-day WEEKEND. COMMENT: Memorial Day is much more than an EXTENDED WEEKEND, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Jet Tour Thru Numbers Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Apr 5, 2002

Synopsis of the Book of Numbers

A Jet Tour Thru Numbers I. The NAME of the Book - Number A. Gr. - ARITHMOI - numbers; because of the census taken in the beginning of the book (ch. 1 - 3) and at the end (ch. 26) B. Heb. - BE-MIDBAR - in the wilderness [desert] (1:1) II. The AUTHOR of the Book - Moses A. Stated clearly in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist