Sermons on Self Image:

The Final Invitation Part 1 - The Alpha And Omega Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 20, 2023

Revelation 22 is an invitation to eternal life. Who is it that is giving us this invitation?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org 12 “Behold, I am coming quickly, and My reward is with Me, to render to every man according to his work. 13 “I am the Alpha and the Omega, THE FIRST AND THE LAST, the beginning and the end.” 14 Blessed are those ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:13

Denomination: Brethren

Who Cares? God Cares! Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

A four-part series on Jonah. A good reminder that you can run… but you can’t hide from God! Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

“Who Cares? God Cares!” Jonah 4:1-11 Pastor John Bright Jonah 4 “1 But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he became angry. 2 So he prayed to the Lord, and said, “Ah, Lord, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11, Genesis 6:8, Psalm 103:8, Exodus 34:6, Numbers 14:18, Nahum 1:3, Psalm 86:15, Luke 12:17-20, Job 1:21, Ephesians 1:17-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Simple Steps For An Extraordinary New Year

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 6, 2023

Psalm 22 begins as a lament - a desperate plea to God from someone who knows how much he needs God. The terms are clear - without God there is no hope. With God there is always hope, and David gives us a map here, finding hope when challenges are all around us

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Scripture: Psalm 22:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Fearing Families Are The Hinges Upon Which History Turns

Contributed by Raymond Petzholt on Jan 11, 2023

In this study we will learn the Key role Parents play in determining the outcome of History: Especially Fathers! These truths apply to our Physical Families & our Spiritual Family in Christ’s Church (We must be faithful in both!).

God Fearing Families are The Hinges upon which History Turns (A Historic Revelation of the Importance of the Family) In this study we will learn the Key role Parents play in determining the outcome of History: Especially Fathers! These truths apply to our Physical Families & our ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Found Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 20, 2025

Getting lost is easy, coming to your senses is hard, finding your way home is worth it. 

Lost and Found   Luke 15 Introduction: Getting lost is not as easy as it used to be! Global Positioning System (GPS) on most of our phones will direct us anywhere we want to go. Have you ever been using GPS and driving through a cow pasture wondering if you’re doing it right? ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Stones To Salvation Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 23, 2025

It invites us to see ourselves in this unnamed woman and to recognize the gift of mercy that costs our Savior everything.

Title: From Stones to Salvation Intro: It invites us to see ourselves in this unnamed woman and to recognize the gift of mercy that costs our Savior everything. Scriptures: Isaiah 43:16-21, Philippians 3:8-14, John 8:1-11. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The stones lay scattered on ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21, Philippians 3:8-14, John 8:1-11

Denomination: Other

Time Out! Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 27, 2025

And the people got up to dance

March 29, 2025 Moses had been up on the mountain for nearly 6 weeks receiving the blueprints for the Tabernacle - the emblem of God’s desire to dwell among his people. Meanwhile, at the bottom of the mountain, the people had gotten restless and imagined all sorts of scenarios for Moses’ ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13, 1 Peter 2:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

It’s A Battleground Out There

Contributed by John Newton on Nov 13, 2025

Paul lists the armour that God has given us to fight our spiritual battles

We preachers are always looking for good illustrations for our sermons. I went online recently and it took me hardly a second before I was confronted by a whole boatload of collections of sermon illustrations. They came with titles like The Preacher’s Sourcebook of Creative Sermon Illustrations, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Episcopal

One Man? One Bullet? One Can Make A Difference?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2025

Some have compassion make a difference. Look in the Bible how one person made a big difference for others. Will you stand in the gap?

ONE MAN? ONE BULLET? ONE PERSON CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (two part) TEXT: Jude 1:22 And of some have compassion, making a difference: 2 Corinthians 9:10 Now he that ministereth seed to the sower both minister bread for ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22, Judges 6:13, John 12:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Is There A Pink Candle (An Advent Sermon About Joy)

Contributed by James Jackson on Dec 9, 2025

Week 3 of Advent is Joy. The Christmas story shows us Joy promised, joy delayed, and joy expressed.

Why’s There a Pink Candle? (An Advent Sermon About Joy) James Jackson / General Adult   Every year during the month of December, we have the Advent wreath onstage. This is my ninth Christmas season as your pastor, and I know we've had it as long as I've been here, and I checked ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is Not Easily Provoked

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Dec 15, 2025

Depending on what Bible version you have, First Corinthians chapter 13 verse 5 says this about love: “Love is not provoked”, “isn't irritable”, “is not easily angered”, “isn't quick-tempered”. Is it possible to control your anger, your irritable response even when provoked? Sure it is.

Alba 12-24-2025 LOVE IS NOT EASILY PROVOKED I Corinthians 13:5 There was an advertisement in the paper: WEDDING DRESS FOR SALE, NEVER WORN. WILL TRADE FOR A .38 CALIBER PISTOL. Do you think someone was angry here? I would say its likely. Depending on what Bible version you have, First ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:5, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Bears All Things

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 5, 2026

People can be difficult. They can get on your nerves. They can be hard to bear. So what are you going to do with this verse that says if you are going to practice the kind of love God wants to see in each of our lives, you will bear all things?

Alba 1-4-2026 LOVE BEARS ALL THINGS I Corinthians 13:7 I Corinthians 13:7 continues to define love the way God sees it, and gives it. In this verse the phrase “all things” is stated four times. The first thing in this list says that love, “bears all things”... A minister was speaking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Right Response To God's Word

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 28, 2026

When God’s word comes to us we must be willing to obey and align our lives accordingly. Any kind of rebellion or deception will hinder God’s blessings. Let us learn to draw near to God with faith and stand firm on His word till the very end.

Today’s meditation is taken from Joshua 9:1-2, “All the kings west of the Jordan River heard about these things. They were the kings of the Hittites, Amorites, Canaanites, Perizzites, Hivites, and Jebusites. They lived in the hill country and in the plains. They also lived along the seacoast of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-2, Psalm 2:2, Psalm 2:4, Joshua 9:3-4, Amos 5:23, Joshua 2:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Defeating Distractions PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to recognize and reject life's distractions, and refocus our attention on Jesus for guidance and strength.

Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be diving into an incredibly relevant topic for our fast-paced, distraction-filled lives. We're going to explore the importance of recognizing distractions, rejecting them, and refocusing our attention on Jesus. As the renowned Christian author, C.S. Lewis ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:30-33

Topics: Distractions

When You Are Called Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores Abraham's obedience to God's call, emphasizing the importance of truly knowing God to serve Him with energy, boldness, and contentment. Opening

Good morning, beloved. We are gathered here today, not by chance, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to commune, to learn, and to grow in our faith. Today, we're going to turn our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Topics: Moving, God