Sermons on Short Term Relief:

On The Road With Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 28, 2006

Jesus taught the disciples but they did not always understand! This short homily encourages listeners to ask questions; it also reminds us that God knows about everything we do; and that is both comforting and challenging.

Are you sitting comfortably? Then I’ll begin! Of course, it is always likely that God’s word will make us uncomfortable! When we turn to God’s word, seeking the voice of God, there is always plenty to hear; and this short Bible event is packed full of God’s wisdom, and God’s call to us. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Anglican

The Story Of Esther - A Heroine In Personal Crisis Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The book of Esther is the biblical answer to Walt Disney’s story of Cinderella. An orphan girl from an enslaved nation ends up marrying the king. It’s short story at its finest.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: One of Megan’s favorite stories is Cinderella. She was the abused, ophaned house slave with no hope of a future or ever attending the royal ball much less luring the handsome prince into marrying her. Her fairy god-mother magically helps her to not only attend the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:12-16

Paul's Quick Start Guide To Christian Living Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 18, 2003

In one short chapter of the Bible, the Apostle Paul gives us a "quick start" guide to Christian living. Packed into this chapter are 6 "life principals" for living a successful life as a Christian in a fallen world.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Have you ever noticed that guys don’t like to be told what to do? I mean, directions – guys will wander around aimlessly and totally lost for days before stopping to ask for directions. And putting things together – when I get a new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

It Really Is A Wonderful Life Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Dec 31, 2003

The second in a series of messages called "A Classic Christmas." This sermon uses a short video clip from "It’s a Wonderful Life" and seeks to show people that a life in Christ really is terrific.

A CLASSIC CHRISTMAS IT REALLY IS A WONDERFUL LIFE 1 John 5:11-13 INTRODUCTION: A. The older I get the more amazed I am about how the mind works 1. First of all, I am amazed by the important things that I forget 2. Secondly, I am amazed by the trivial things that I seem to remember. ILL> ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To The Rescue!

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Sep 27, 2003

Pentecost 16: We find ourselves on the short end of a spiritual battle. But our help comes from God. He changes the tide of the battle and wins the victory for us through Jesus’ Cross.

The most scared that I can ever remember being happened when I was about 4 years old. My dad had taken me with him to the Mexican border city of Reynosa. He had gone there to make a purchase. I remember him parking in front of a store that seemed very busy. He needed to go inside and so he asked me ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Walking Across The Street Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2009

Matthew wouldn’t be on the short list of people some congregations would invite to join them, but there are things we can learn about him that can help us bring people to Jesus.

OPEN: Leonardo da Vinci was once at work for a long period of time on a great masterpiece. He had labored long to create this work of art and it was near completion. Standing near him was a young student who spent much of his time with his mouth open, amazed at the master with the brush. Just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Give Up On Prayer Or On The Return Of Jesus!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 20, 2010

God will answer our prayers. Jesus will return - but both often seem to be taking such a long time! This short talk encourages us not to give up on prayer, nor to give up on the return of Jesus.

On 10th May 2003, through the post I received six letters concerning my claim for Tax Credits - much to my annoyance, since I made my application quite some time before. Back in 2003 the Tax Credit Office were singled out for a lot of criticism, and every day there seemed to be a story of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

In Or Out Of The Fort?

Contributed by Marty Roark on Jul 4, 2008

This is a short Devotional that would be great for use to get folks out of the Church and into the Streets. Taken in part from a Sermon written by a good friend of mine, Bro. Bill Snow of Woodland Park Colorado.

In Or Out Of The Fort Ephesians 6:10-17 Ever since I was kid I have always been a big History Buff. I always have enjoyed studying and learning about our nations history. For example: Take out a one dollar bill and look at it. The one dollar bill you’re looking at first came off the presses in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: God's Priceless Gift!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 19, 2007

A short talk given to 480 school children plus their parents most of whom are not yet Christians but love Christmas. A challenging message to give ourselves to God in response to his priceless gift to us.

I had an email from my friend Frederic in Rwanda yesterday. He was telling me that the children at his Church will be gathering with their parents at 2 pm on Christmas Eve for singing, dancing, and drama. There won’t be any food on offer as the Church is not able to feed such a large number. When ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Anglican

God's Righteous Judgment Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 15, 2019

As Paul continues to lay out the fact that all people fall short of the glory of God and are in need of God's righteousness, he focuses on the fact that the Jews are no better off than the Gentiles.

A. One day a company inspection was taking place at the Redstone Arsenal, the U.S. Army’s guided missile school in Huntsville, Alabama. 1. The inspection was being conducted by a full colonel. 2. The inspection was going smoothly until the colonel came to a certain soldier. 3. The colonel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16, Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Listen! God Is Speaking!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 16, 2014

If you obey God’s voice carefully and walk in His ways 100 percent, victory is yours! Learn to patiently wait and claim God’s promises, there are no short cuts!

Listen, God is speaking! Jeremiah 37:17..then Zedekiah the king sent and took him out. The king asked him secretly in his house, and said, "Is there any word from the LORD?" John 10:27”My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” (Memorize) One boy lost a valuable ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 37:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nativity: The Meaning Is Love

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 16, 2013

A short all-age nativity talk using 1 Corinthians 13, examples from the life of Mandela and a song called Christmas Meaning by Silent Monk. Jesus is God's love message to the world!

“This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his only begotten Son into the world that we might live through him” (4:9)! Jesus was God’s love in action. I know God loves me, and I know God loves you because he sent Jesus into the world for us. All of us! Love is a big ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9

Denomination: Anglican

Encounters With Jesus Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 10, 2015

The Gospel of John contains many short stories showing responses we have when we encounter Jesus Christ; some are positive and preferred while some are not. This sermon is an introduction to the series.

THEME DEVELOPMENT When my son was right out of college he worked for an electronics manufacturer that sent him to China to learn how their production process functioned. While there, Craig did what all tourists do … he shopped. To his amusement he saw many products being sold on the street ...read more

Scripture: John 20:30-31

Denomination: Nazarene

Grab Hold Of God's Hand. He Will Pull You Up.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 28, 2011

A short talk given at Corscombe at the end of Walk West Dorset 2011. God speaks our language, and as in an old legend Christ holds out his hand and invites us to grab hold.

Philip Yancey kept a salt water aquarium. He wrote: ‘I [ran] a portable chemical laboratory to monitor the nitrate levels and the ammonia content. I pumped in vitamins, antibiotics, sulpha drugs and enough enzymes to make a rock grow. I filtered the water …and exposed it to ultraviolet ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

God's Order & Assignment For Pastors (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 20, 2012

This second part of the short 2 part series, looks at the state of the Church in every town and city, and how this current situation works against genuine New Testament order and results in pastoral ministry.

God’s Order and Assignment for Pastors (Part II) Eric J. Hanson In my previous message, I taught about the nature of the equipping gift of pastor. • First of all we learned that the word pastor means shepherd. • I brought out the important fact that in God’s plan, there ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational