Sermons on Self Serving:

Faith Lessons From The Lord Of The Rings

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 15, 2007

Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is filled with Christian imagery (intentional or not). This message looks at four spiritual themes found in the first of the trilogy.

In just 3 days, the story will be complete. Actually, the story was completed 48 years ago, but in 3 days the final part of the trilogy will be released on the big screen. I’m talking, of course, about The Lord of the Rings. J.R.R. Tolkien released his first fantasy work called The Hobbit way ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Be Likeminded One With Another

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 22, 2013

Churches split and experience strife for some of the most ridiculous reasons. Sermon 3 in the One Anothers Series teaches three important ways for a church to experience sustained oneness of spirit.

Be Likeminded One with Another Message 3 in “One Anothers” series Chuck Sligh September 22, 2013 TEXT: Philippians 2:2 – “Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.” INTRODUCTION We are in a series on the “One Another” commands and teachings ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

Know You Enemy - Rebellion On Earth Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on May 24, 2019

Description of the fall in the Garden of Eden and its subsequent effect on mankind

Spiritual Warfare - Know your enemy Rebellion on Earth In the last message, we talked about Lucifer’s fall from Heaven and his vengeful determination to bring down mankind and procure worship for himself on this earth. This battle for the hearts and minds of ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

How Can I Live A Happy Life?

Contributed by David Cook on Aug 3, 2022

Real happiness in life comes from anchoring our lives in God's Word.

If you were to ask your family or friends this question, "What is the one thing you want most in this life?" What do you think their answer would be? What is the first answer that pops into your mind? I bet many people would answer that question like this, "I just want to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

The Church Needs You!

Contributed by Martin Kim on Nov 22, 2004

It is God’s plan that everybody get involved in the work of the church by contributing their spiritual gifts.

The Church Needs You! 1 Corinthians 12:1-12 The Seattle Central Korean SDA Church is a fine church. And I believe that it deserves the best. I believe that you deserve the best. I want you to help me out this morning. Help me to understand what the perfect youth pastor should look like? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-12

Denomination: Adventist

High Standard Of Integrity

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Mar 10, 2025

Integrity is not situational; it is a lifestyle.

When we think of people with integrity, we think of those who are honest—individuals whose words and actions align. We think of someone who is dependable, someone who follows through on their commitments, AND we think of someone who does what is right even when no one is watching. Integrity is ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:9-10, Matthew 5:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Exemplary Witness - Part One

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 8, 2003

What kind of person shares his faith in Jesus Christ with his community? Six observations on how Paul did so.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- September 7, 2003 As we wind our way through this part of the Bible, we are tracing the personal journal and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Wrath Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 25, 2016

Revelation 6 talks of God's vengeance upon the evil of this world. But it also speaks as if there's no hope of repentance for those who are mentioned here. Can that really be true? Can man reach a point where he can't repent?

OPEN: O, Sinner Man, Where You Gonna Run To? (sung by Leon Bibb - https://youtu.be/uTuy101LcPs) How many of you have ever heard this song? What you just heard was an old Negro Spiritual and I heard it way back when I was a teenager. It has been so popular over the years that it’s been sung ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nothing, Nada Thing, Is Impossible With God

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 30, 2015

Advent 1 Sermon - Mary responds to the promise of God through the Angel Gabriel.

Sermon for Followers Mission and Church at the Mission - Nothing is Impossible With God Luke 1:26-38 It’s a beautiful thing to join together today in worship and in the presence of Jesus, who is the centre of our praise and adoration. Who we worship today is the exalted King, the Risen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Coming Of Christ In John Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 2, 2015

The word "come" is extremely important in the purpose and ministry of Jesus; it is also important in the teaching of salvation. We are taking a few weeks to understand the "coming of the Kingdom of God" in the gospels and Old Testament.

“The Coming of Christ in John” John 5:43 Did you ever notice how important little words are? Many times we might throw out “big two dollar words” with the intention of impressing people, but the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:43-44

Denomination: Baptist

What You Asked For

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 11, 2024

I truly believe that America is at a turning point and that is not a turn into a better direction like what is supposedly believed, but a turning around point that is headed back to a time we have struggled and fought to come away from.

“What you asked for” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRAYER OPENING: - Well, the election is over, and our next President is what America wanted and now must be prepared to receive what it asked for, a man that was impeached 2 times, left office and hid classified documents in his bathroom, was ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 4:6, Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Apostolic

A Life Of Worship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025

Worship is offering our whole, everyday lives to God, allowing His mercy to transform us so we bear fruit and reflect Christ in all we do.

Friends, welcome. I’m so glad you’re here. Some of you showed up with a smile, others with a sigh, and the Lord receives you just the same. He gathers us like a good Father gathers children at the table—hungry, hurried, hopeful. Grace has a way of finding us in the in-between: between loads of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Topics: Fruitfulness, Lifestyle

Knowing Your Gifts Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 10, 2006

What you don’t know can hurt you and certainly won’t help anyone else. The Apostle Paul said that he didn’t want us to be "ignorant" about our spiritual gifts. So why are we?

1. Overview and Introduction a. Promise of Power – do you want a religion that is just that…a religion? Or do you want to experience the Supernatural power of God in daily life? b. Would you like to experience the promise of Pentecost which isn’t found in works and the power of what we can do, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:11

Denomination: Baptist

"Discipline" Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 7, 2005

To know how to exercise discipline in the church, we have to begin by finding out what Jesus had to say and line up the epistles with that.

15 “If your brother sins, go and show him his fault in private; if he listens to you, you have won your brother. 16 “But if he does not listen to you, take one or two more with you, so that BY THE MOUTH OF TWO OR THREE WITNESSES EVERY FACT MAY BE CONFIRMED. 17 “If he refuses to listen to them, tell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Orthodox

"The Peace Of God" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Dec 3, 2007

Sermon 10 in a study in Philippians

“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! 5 Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox