Sermons on Servers Appreciation:

4. Why God Doesn't Do Gift Cards Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 26, 2021

God's love for us comes through relationship with Jesus. It's not something God could just send through the mail.

Blessed Broken Given, Week 4: Why God Doesn’t Do Gift Cards Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Luke 24 I once heard that a “coincidence” is when God does something but chooses to remain anonymous. Well, I’m not sure I can go along with that, because I think whenever God is at work He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Queen

Contributed by Walter Thomas on May 17, 2020

When you lose your Queen piece in chess, you are likely going to lose the game as well unless you are strategically prepared. The church has relied for centuries on its queen, the Sunday/Sabbath day Big Event. But what if pandemic or persecution takes away your queen? How will you then do church?

THE LOST QUEEN “A lost queen can cost you the game” Hebrews 12:26-28 “At that time His voice shook the earth, but now He has promised, “Once more I will shake not only the earth, but heaven as well.” I’m not Jerry Lee Lewis and it is not 1999, but I can tell you that a whole lot of shaking is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:26-28, John 2:13-17

Denomination: Other

Money Talks Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 13, 2021

In James 5, James comes down very hard on the rich and the sins that often accompany materialism. What we do with our money declares what we value and love. So, what is your use of money saying about you?

Introduction: A. One evening a husband was balancing the checkbook and said to his wife, “You know the old saying, ‘money talks’? Well, ours just said, ’So long!’” 1. I know that we all feel that way sometimes, don’t we? 2. The world we live in runs on money, and it seems that we never have enough ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6, Luke 6:24-25, Luke 18:24, Matthew 6:19-20, 1 Timothy 6:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Expectations For Godly Living-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023

2 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-II—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: The Biggest Piece: A young boy’s Mom & Dad had invited some supper guests from Dad’s office. The son was eager to help his mother in the kitchen preparing for the guests. They prepared a great supper that everybody thoroughly ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15, Titus 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Misplaced Trust And The God Who Never Fails

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 28, 2025

This sermon warns against placing our trust in human leaders, reputation, or spiritual gifts, reminding us that true holiness and steadfast faith can only be found by fixing our eyes on Christ alone and walking in humble obedience through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Misplaced Trust and the God who Never Fails Matthew 23:1-10; Acts 8:14-23; 3 John 1:9-10; 1 Samuel 8:1-7; Luke 22:31-34 To be “holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15) is no light command—it’s a high calling that reaches into every corner of our lives. In the Old Testament alone, Israel was given 613 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-10, Acts 8:14-23, 3 John 1:9-10, 1 Samuel 8:1-7, Luke 22:31-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Four People, One Resurrection

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 19, 2025

A compelling look at the different reactions to the empty tomb

Four People, One Resurrection. April 20th, 2025 Easter Sunday, CCCAG Text: John 20:1-29 Introduction Today we celebrate the greatest event in human history- the resurrection of Jesus Christ. All of history up to this point that we are going to read about today was to prepare the way for this ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-29, Isaiah 43:1, Luke 22:61-62

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Empty To Overflowing Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Dec 13, 2025

Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us come through the interruptions we never planned. At a well in Samaria—and in the middle of our own lives—Jesus shows up to turn emptiness into overflowing life.”

From Empty to Overflowing (Expected the Unexpected — Week 3) John 4:5–30 (NLT) Theme: “Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us come through the interruptions we never planned. At a well in Samaria—and in the middle of our own lives—Jesus shows up to turn emptiness into overflowing life.” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

His Mercy Endures Forever

Contributed by David Roth on Jan 5, 2015

Thanksgiving. God's greatest gift to us is His mercy. From His mercy we receive both provision for this life, and through Christ, grace for life in His kingdom, now and forever.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). “His mercy endures forever” Thanksgiving. It’s one of our favorite holidays. One of the major holidays in America. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Realized Forgiveness-Part I

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 29, 2002

Realized forgiveness is a gauge of one’s relationship to God. Realized forgiveness plays out in our...

REALIZED FORGIVENESS-Part I—Luke 7:36-50 Verses :36-38 unveils the “sinner’s” gift, which is promptly challenged in :39 by the Pharisee. To which Jesus responds with a lesson in :40-50 highlighting a Pharisaical lack of spiritual insight to the truth about personal sin & forgiveness & the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Ingratitude. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 7, 2024

I've learned that some people's ingratitude is a disease, and no amount of kindness can cure it.

Ingratitude is a destructive force that can lead people to forget the help they received during their most difficult times. When individuals come out of their troubles, they often become disloyal, ungrateful, and disrespectful towards those who helped them. This article will explore the Bible's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:7-8, Luke 17:11-19, Psalm 103:2

Friends

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Aug 11, 2011

You build friendships by meeting the needs of others.

Title: Friends Text: Romans 1:8-13 Truth: You build friendships by meeting the needs of others. Aim: I’m promoting Dinner for 8 and encouraging them to initiate friendships. Life ?: To build our friendships, what basic needs are to be met? INTRODUCTION Stu Weber, in his book Tender ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Missing Piece For An Uplifting Church Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 12, 2019

This passage models for us what encouragement looks like. How can my church become more encouraging?

WHY IT MATTERS: Encouragement is precious because it’s relatively rare. - 2 Corinthians 8:24. - There are some sermons where you have to spend the majority of the message explaining the idea. This is not one of those messages. - This is a straightforward concept. We know what encouragement is. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Conduct Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 13, 2004

We are called to act like we are citizens of heaven as we deal with each other in the church

INTRODUCTION • The church at Thessalonica was facing a lot of difficult times. The church today is facing many struggles also. • Many people are struggling with various faith-related issues in their lives. There is a lot of conflict and turmoil in many of our lives. • There are a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Conduct (Pp) Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 20, 2009

We are expected to deal with one another in the church in a certian way. Our actions should reflect the God we serve!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Just like the Thessalonian Church, the church today is facing many struggles. • Many people are struggling with various faith-related issues in their lives. There’s a lot of conflict and turmoil in many of our lives. • There are a lot of demands on our time. How many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Values - Week 5 Series

Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 31, 2018

Thousands of year ago, God put in place 10 key values that can make a difference in the life of every family. The Ten Commandments have stood the test of time. Discover how these important values apply to every single person, every married couple, and every family regardless of size or makeup.

Family Values Week 5 The Ten Commandments form the foundation of this series on Family Values. Today, our focus is on the fifth commandment. Exodus 20:12 (NIV) 12 "Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you. Notice that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:1-2, Proverbs 19:26, Proverbs 23:22, Deuteronomy 26:11, Proverbs 3:27, 1 Timothy 5:8, 1 Timothy 5:4, Ephesians 6:4, Matthew 18:6, Psalm 27:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene