Sermons on Serving Idols:

Loving The Lord

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

Are you a good Samaritan? We might try to help other people, but is that really what Jesus was trying to teach when he told the story about the good Samaritan? Look to what leads up to this parable and see how Jesus' story is so much more than just a lesson teaching us to help other people.

“Help other people.” When did you learn that lesson? That is one of the very basic lessons that we normally learn at a very early age. Someone drops something, you pick it up. Someone falls down on the playground, you help them up. If there is someone who is need, you share what you have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

They Are Entitled To Live Of The Church

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 18, 2019

Don't condemn the workers of God who live of what God gives them through the Church. Serve with your substance, time and strength

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THEY ARE ENTITLED TO LIVE OF THE CHURCH* 1 Corinthians 9:3-14 King James Version (KJV) 3 Mine answer to them that do examine me is this, 4 Have we not power to eat and to drink? 5 Have we not power to lead about a sister, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:3-14

Denomination: Charismatic

Dads And Grads

Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 15, 2013

A message for Dads and Grads

Fathers – we men are called to be made either strong enough for commercial use or good enough for residential purposes. Out in the world we are expected to be tough, made to last, competitive and impactful. Back at home, the essentials are gentleness, loving, caring and sensitive. So you can ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Know Just The Right Person For The Job!

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 13, 2017

We often can feel inadequate and ill-prepared to witness our faith, and to share God's Word with others. However, like the prophet Isaiah, God has prepared us through our life experiences and His Word. He has forgiven us, and He has sent us.

“I know just the right person for the job!” This is a phrase that we can be very familiar with in our lives. It is one that we heard with the elections, as people told us whom they taught were the best candidates. It is a phrase we may hear at work as we suggest people for vacant positions. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Laying Our Crumbs Upon The Altar

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Jun 14, 2016

Have you truly sacrificed the totality of your own life on God’s altar, committing to Him everything you have and everything you are... or are you giving Him your crumbs, your leftovers, hoping that it pleases Him?

Please turn in your Bibles to the book of Malachi, which is the last book in the Old Testament. If you find Matthew and then go back a few pages, you’ll be in Malachi. After God reveals His Word through the prophet Malachi, He is then silent for roughly 400 years until the events described in the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Do It Without Me 2024

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 9, 2024

This message is about being involved in what Christ is doing in this season.

Don’t Do It Without Me Scriptures: Jeremiah 29:11; First Peter 4:10-11; Isaiah 6:8 Good morning Strangers Rest. If you recall from my message last week, I talked about how you, as a Church, have come this far by faith. Next week we will celebrate the Church’s 99th anniversary and as I concluded ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Isaiah 6:8, 1 Peter 4:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph Of Arimathea: A Cowardish And Blessed Man

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

While Jesus was still alive, Joseph did nothing for Jesus. However, at the right time, when he only had three hours before the Sabbath, he could take care of Jesus’ body.

The story of Jesus’ death and burial that we will discuss today is recorded in all four Gospels. This shows the significance of this event. Let’s read Mark 15:33-47. Verse 33 – “At noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon.” Jesus was crucified at nine in the morning. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-47, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Malachi 4:5, Romans 5:8, John 19:30, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14, John 12:32, John 10:30-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To An Exemplary Life

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 28, 2023

Paul writes to an audience steeped in the Greco-Roman culture. The message is a call to transform their minds, avoid the cultural influences that pull them away from the call of Jesus. He calls them to an exemplary lifestyle.

While in Louisiana for the memorial service for her brother, we drove by a home we built while working as an engineer on the railroad. The home was a super nice home with 3,000 sq ft. On previous trips we witnessed it was empty and deteriorating. This time we were shocked; I wish I could show you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3, Luke 5:5-10, John 17:14-18, Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Protection In An Idolatrous Civilization Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 13, 2024

Even when humanity rebels, we still see a wonderful example of God's grace shown to His servants. Acts shows us again and again, and here in Ephesus it becomes very evident.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 30 Godly protection in an idolatrous civilization Acts 19:21-41 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we unpacked what the bible teaches about Salvation and Revival -- These are more than ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41, 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should I Join A Church?

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

The Purpose of this three-week class is to encourage you to become an informed member of North Richland Baptist Church so that you may, in turn, become an involved member of North Richland Baptist Church and Cross Church

This is the beginning of a three-week course that is designed to give you an opportunity to learn more about who we are as a church. We’re calling it Membership Matters. By attending you are not obligated to join, but if you would like to join, completing the class is the first (1st) step we will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:35

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Gifts, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2021

Don’t you see there are some people that you and you alone can reach? That’s the reason why God says he has prepared good works for you beforehand to walk in them. If we don’t have your gift operating, we are not at our full capacity.

Happy Father’s Day to all of you. On Mother’s Day, the most phone calls are made. On Father’s Day, the most collect phone calls are made. Now that’s ok because we dads like to be needed. On average, children spend around three more minutes talking to their mothers on Mother’s Day versus fathers on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-10, Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Worry [part 2] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 1, 2022

God gives us insight and wisdom through His word, which gives us understanding. The Psalmist wrote in Psalm 119:100, "I understand more than the aged Because I have observed Thy precepts."

WORRY [part 2] INTRODUCTION The Philosopher said, "life can only be understood backward, but it must be lived forwards." in life, particularly that of a believer, many things are encountered that are not understood right away. Sometimes not even until the end of our lives do we grasp an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Our Attitude To Imitate Christ - Philippians, Part 4 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 20, 2022

We are called to develop an attitude that reflects Jesus in everything that attempt. Accepting it and serving as Christ did is our only job today and tomorrow!

“Developing our Attitude to Imitate Christ” - Philippians, Part 4 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 4 Philippians 2:5-11 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cycles Of Loss And Victory Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 19, 2023

Life is full of joy and sadness. It has victories and defeats. Everyone would like to move on with successes but the human errors ruin the life feats. The story of Judges is full of such real stories. Lessons for every generation.

Text: Judges 2, Theme: Cycles of Loss and Victory Introduction: This chapter gives, of their degeneracy and apostasy. Israel failed, tribe by tribe, to drive the Canaanites from the land as God had commanded them. Judges 2:6 re-introduces the storyline of this book. He provides a key to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Separation-Service Series

Contributed by Mark Stegall on Aug 17, 2001

SERVING GOD EFFECTIVELY

GODS DESIRE IS TO BLESS HIS CHILDREN THAT THEY WILL BE A BLESSING TO OTHERS. GEN 12;2 WE WILL USE THE LIFE OF ABRAHAM TO ILLUSTRATE THE PRINCIPLES WE MUST FOLLOW IF WE EXPECT TO BE BLESSED,PROVIDED FOR AND USED MIGHTILY BY GOD. 1ST PRINCIPLE: SEPARATION GEN 12:1 A) FROM THE WORLD 2:COR 6: 14-18 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Baptist