Sermons on Self Examination:

The Matrix Resurrections: What's Really Going On In The Matrix?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2022

What's really going on in the matrix? What story is being told? Many have speculated about this.

What's really going on in the matrix? What story is being told? Many have speculated about this. There are critiques of government, power, capitalism, and so on. There are spiritual elements. But what is the rock bottom story being told? To really understand the matrix and what is happening, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:13-19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Living In The Tree Of Life (Part 2)

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 28, 2022

The tree of the knowledge of good and evil is the formation of a value system; or rather, a "judgement" system. Living in the tree of life is making decisions from life and liberty, and what stimulates life in both you and others.

This morning’s message is a continuation of last week’s on the tree of life, and I have entitled our sermon, “Living in the Tree of Life” – Part 2. I would like to begin with some food for thought by sharing a real life illustration of a historical figure who walked in the tree of life. George ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-13, Revelation 22:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Radically Changed Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 2, 2022

As followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to stick out of the crowd and be radically changed.

RADICALLY CHANGED Text: Eph. 4:17-32 Introduction 1. Jesus Christ is Lord & God's still on the throne There's power in the blood & I'm saved to the bone The devil comes against me, he's gonna feel some pain I can bind him, bruise him, cast him out by the power of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is Standing In Front Of You? Potential

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 4, 2022

This sermon is about the potential God sees in us when God created us and the potential Christ sees in us when He calls us. Jesus has a plan for all of his children.

Who is Standing In Front Of You? Potential! 1 Samuel 16:6-12 Mark 2:13-17 What do you see when you look at another person? How do you sum them up? When the prophet Samuel went to choose a new king for Israel, he assumed that the new king ought to look like the old king. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-12, Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Spiritual Disciplines: Servanthood & Submission

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Feb 6, 2022

In this message we look to Jesus as our example of servanthood and submission

Sermon for February 6, 2022 - John 13:1-17 This is a deeply moving passage. And it’s all the more moving when we understand the underlying message in this account. This is a picture of Jesus visibly and tangibly demonstrating His heart for the church, His desire for our relationships and this His ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, Ephesians 2:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Empowered To Serve Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 23, 2022

Don’t be ignorant about your spiritual gift(s). Rather, appreciate the sure manifestations of the Spirit, the single source and purpose of your spiritual gifts, and the assortment of spiritual gifts God gives to the church.

When it comes to computers, some people hardly know a gigabyte from a mosquito bite. Just ask any technical support person at any of the major computer companies. Here are some of their stories: One computer company considered changing the command "Press Any Key" to "Press Return ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Matthew 16:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living Under Authority Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 26, 2022

Having instructed Timothy on relationships with widows and elders, now Paul addressed relationships between slaves and masters. Paul emphasized the importance of submission and obedience so that God's Word will be held in high esteem.

Introduction: A. The relationship between bosses and employees can be fodder for many jokes and most of them are not too funny! (Especially if you are the boss) 1. I heard about a boss who put a sign on the company bulletin board that announced: “To err is human, to forgive is not a company ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recovering Stolen Property

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 2, 2022

There is something that is desperately needed within the church and our lives; our need to recover what has been stolen. God has a way of getting back what has been ripped off! Learn more about this theft and how to recover what Satan has stolen.

Recovering Stolen Property 1 Samuel 30:1-8 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7yzYA8OcS3Q There is something that is desperately needed within the church and within our lives, and that is our need to recover what has been stolen. Question, how many of have been robbed or have had something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-8, John 10:10, Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Foursquare

One Minute To Midnight Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 2, 2022

We look in the O.T. where God delivered right at the last moment. The trial required faith and patience. One minute to midnight - right at the last moment. The testing of our faith brings glory to God when the child of His love proves the faith that is genuine.

ONE MINUTE TO MIDNIGHT This message will look at intervention in the nick of time. I don’t know if the expression “the nick of time” is known around the world, but it means “just in time”, “at the last moment”. “One minute to midnight,” is a similar expression, and it is surprising how God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Kings 18:13, 2 Kings 18:17, 2 Kings 18:29, 2 Kings 18:32, 2 Kings 19:1, 2 Kings 19:6-7, 2 Kings 19:14-16, 2 Kings 19:34-36, Revelation 16:13-16, Zechariah 12:2-4, Zechariah 14:2-4, Genesis 15:2-4, 1 Peter 4:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just A Little Bit More Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 3, 2022

The love of money can lead to discontentment and many dangers. Paul gave Timothy instructions about how to keep money in the right perspective and how to use it for good.

Introduction: A. In Calvin Miller’s book Requiem for Love, he begins a chapter with the words: A beggar asked a millionaire, “How many more dollars would it take to make you truly happy?” 1. The millionaire, reaching his gnarled hands into the beggar’s cup replied, “Only one more!” 2. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abishai Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 4, 2022

Abishai proved his loyalty to David on several occasions; the most notable one was toward the end of David’s reign when he saved his life.

ABISHAI ABISHAI was the eldest son of David's sister Zeruiah. He was the brother of Joab and Asahel. According to Josephus (Antiquities, VII, 1, 3), his father was called Suri. The meaning of his name is "Father of a gift." Abishai was the only one who accompanied David when he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Lie To The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 5, 2022

God calls his people to live lives of integrity, being honest and genuine in all we do.

Don’t Lie to the Holy Spirit Text: Acts 4:36-5:11 Introduction 1. Illustration: “You can fool some of the people some of the time, and some of the people all of the time, but you can’t fool Mom.” (Captain Penny). 2. You can take this wisdom from Captain Penny and appropriate into our spiritual ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Stretching For The Impossible

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 10, 2022

This sermon focuses on the 1. The man who had the withered hand 2. His encounter with Jesus and 3. His healing. It is the micro story in the middle of a macro story about the Sabbath Day - it is how the presence of Jesus brings transformation.

Scripture: Luke 6:6-12; Psalm 27 Theme: Stretching for the Impossible This sermon focuses on the 1. The man who had the withered hand 2. His encounter with Jesus and 3. His healing. INTRO: Grace and peace this morning! Have you ever heard the phrase - “you are too close to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:6-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Lamp Under A Basket: How To Be A Light-Shining Kingdom Agent Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2022

A candle can't be hidden under a bed. Let your light shine brightly

While I was on vacation in Cancun we were swimming in the ocean everyday and it was simply wonderful and beautiful and really fun. The first few days the waves were very low, you could just sit out there in the waters and it was so calm and peaceful. But then slowly a hurricane began forming south ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Will You Choose Jesus?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Oct 26, 2022

Your decisions determine your destiny. When you hear the word, "saved", what does that mean to you? "What must I do to be saved?" The question must be answered because your soul is the most precious thing that you have. It is immortal.

Your decisions determine your destiny. Say that with me, your decisions determine your destiny. How many of you have made bad decisions you'd like to forget? All of this brings me to the greatest question: "What shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world?", Jesus said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19, Matthew 27:22

Denomination: Pentecostal