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The Potters Hand

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2015

When a person allows God to mold and make Him, He is a vessel God can use. What we realize that God can change a nation, He surely can work in our lives.

The Potters Hand Jeremiah chapter 18:1-18:18 Introduction- Turn to Jeremiah chapter 18, we will be looking at the illustration of the Potter and the clay and seeing what God will be telling us this morning. 18:1- “This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the Lord. Go down to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

#my Black Christian History: Roots Of Faith Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 3, 2024

“My Black Christian History: Before the Chains,” let us remember that the Black church’s history didn’t begin during the civil rights movement. Black history’s roots are a rich tapestry woven with threads of faith, resilience, and the pursuit of God.

Sermon Series Title: " My Black Christian History: Before the Chains" “My Black Christian History: Roots of Faith.” ”After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, “Do not be afraid, Abram, I am your shield; Your reward [for obedience] shall be very great.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Becoming A Church Member

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 6, 2024

Today, we will explore what it truly means to commit to church membership, why it matters, and how it strengthens both our faith and the church itself. Through this journey, we’ll see how membership allows us to grow, serve, and fulfill our calling as followers of Christ.

“When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came from heaven and filled the whole house where they were sitting. They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. All of them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-2, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfecting Work Of The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 12, 2023

Explores the importance of unity, faith, and knowledge in the church, using Ephesians 4:11-16 as a divine blueprint for Christian living.

Good morning, dear friends and faithful followers of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so glad to see each one of you here today, taking time out of your busy lives to gather together, to fellowship, and to immerse ourselves in the life-giving words of our Heavenly Father. Today, we gather ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Topics: Unity, Faith, Knowledge

A Pastor's Double Honor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores our responsibility to honor, listen to, and support our pastors, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting their God-given role.

Good morning, church family. Isn't it a joy to gather together, bound by our shared love for Christ and for one another? We are not merely a congregation; we are a family, a community, and a body. Each of us plays a unique and vital role in this body, but today, we turn our focus to one role in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Topics: Honor Pastor

Living Stones PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon explores how to face our past with faithfulness, stand firm in the present with trust, and forge our future with hope through God's guidance. Key

Good morning, dear congregation. There is a warmth that floods our hearts as we gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of God's love. We are here not by coincidence, but by the divine design of our Heavenly Father. And it is in this divine design that we find ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Topics: Faithfulness, Trust

Who Have You Been With? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

Explores how encountering Jesus transforms our character, and how we can emulate His ways in our lives for spiritual growth.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters. It is a privilege to stand before you today, not as the one who knows all, but as a fellow pilgrim, a fellow seeker, a fellow child of God. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine drama of redemption and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Topics: New Year, Understanding Jesus, Emulating His Ways

Power PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power, indwelling presence, and boundless love of God, as revealed in Ephesians 3, encouraging believers to embrace these truths. Key

For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— Surely you have heard about the administration of God’s grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. In reading this, then, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Topics: God's Power, Our Lives

The Power Of Hidden Pain PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores processing pain with purpose, finding comfort in God's presence during suffering, and trusting in His promises to bring good from adversity.

Good morning, dear friends. I am so glad to see each one of you here today. As we gather in God's house, we are reminded of the unity that we share in Christ and the power of His love that binds us together. We are here, not just as individuals, but as a community of believers, walking together on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:5-6

Topics: David, Absalom

Crossroads PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon encourages us to navigate life's challenging paths with hope, make wise decisions, learn from our regrets, and find spiritual rest in God's guidance.

Good morning, my dear friends. We're gathered here today with hearts full of hope. Hope, that is the very essence of our faith, isn't it? It's like what G.K. Chesterton once said, "Hope means hoping when things are hopeless, or it is no virtue at all." And that's exactly what we're here to do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Topics: Relying On Understanding

But God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

This sermon explores God's boundless love and mercy, emphasizing that our value comes from His love, not our accomplishments or possessions.

Good morning, church family. It's a joy to be here with you today, to gather in this sacred space of fellowship and faith, to share in the warmth of God's love and the richness of His Word. There's a comforting familiarity in this act of coming together, isn't there? In setting aside our worldly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-5

Topics: God's Presence, Unconditional Love

Putting The "Dog" Back In "Dogma" Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 22, 2010

How important is dogma to the life of the church?

Putting the “Dog” in Dogma 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI Oct. 1, 2006 Mission and Vision, Rnd. II In the movie Dogma Hollywood takes a very irreverent look at the Catholic faith. Cardinal Glick apparently thinks the church suffers from an image problem – it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A New Kind Of Love

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 19, 2020

Not a love based on our performance but love based on His nature is His kind Of Love

“A New Kind Of Love” Luke 19:1-10 David P. Nolte Some people base their love of others on their future, potential and continued performance: “I will love you if ....” and then the conditions are added: “If you let me have my way.” “If you bring me presents,” “If you do what I tell you when I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Precious In God's Sight

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 1, 2019

Do you realize how much God loves you?

Sometimes when I’m wrestling to figure out what is on God’s heart for me to preach on, I’ll take a pictorial directory of our church family, look at the pictures one by one and pray, “Lord, what is on your heart for this person, for that family?” I did just that this week, thinking about this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-7

Advent Iv – The Greatest, Littlest Gift Of All

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 21, 2014

This message explores the mystery of the Incarnation, that we will hopefully never get used to.

Sermon for Advent IV - Love - December 21, 2014 Who here remembers being able to walk around in the light of day at 9 PM? Even 9:30 at night! Well, we’ve all experienced the same thing each day since June 21, the summer solstice. The days have gotten shorter, by about 2 minutes each day. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational