Sermons on Shoulder:

Josh's Journey Through The Silence: Spirituality In The Making

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Oct 8, 2023

This is an example of story preaching based upon 1 Samuel 1-7, incorporating a combination of several stories, both biblical and non-biblical.

Following the pastoral prayer, the minister of music prepared to lead the people in a hymn of praise. As the pastor reflected upon the worship service and the sermon he was to preach, his mind drifted to the text for his sermon. It was the first passage of scripture he had heard read from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28, 1 Samuel 3:1-21, 1 Samuel 7:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of Motherhood

Contributed by Michael Brown on May 20, 2024

This devotional was written for our senior citizens & nursing home ministries.

The Blessing of Motherhood One thing we celebrate in May is Mother’s Day. On the second Sunday of the month, we recognize how much our moms mean to us & give thanks to them for being there for us when we need them. Mothers should be celebrated every day because that’s one job that doesn’t come ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:14-16, Exodus 1:22, Luke 1:28

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking Jesus Away From The Glare Of Others: Nicodemus And Jesus

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 25, 2024

Nicodemus comes to Jesus under the cloak of evening to ask some very important questions that lead to life. His questions mirror many of our own .

Today’s passage is a remarkable dialogue between our Lord Jesus and a key leader among the religious higher-ups, who, generally speaking, were very hostile to Jesus. Nicodemus had a different response though to Jesus, he had a different spirit about him. He took his role of spiritual leadership ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

White Lies And Laughter

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 10, 2024

The Sin of Deception is contagious, and it affects all who are in its path and consumed by it.

2024.06.09. Sermon Notes. White Lies and Laughter. HIDDEN TRUTH and “He Laughs or Laughter” William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: THE SIN OF DECEPTION IS CONTAGIOUS, AND IT AFFECTS ALL THOSE WHO ARE IN ITS PATH AND CONSUMED BY IT. Scriptures: Exodus 20:2-17, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 5:27-28, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:2-17, Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 5:27-28, Genesis 20:1-18, Genesis 21:22-34, Galatians 4:21-30, Genesis 21:1-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prophet Isaiah 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022

We could spend many weeks dealing with the 66 chapters of Isaiah. However, the purpose of covering all the prophets in this series is to give you a survey of these prophets.

Isaiah lived during the late eighth and early seventh centuries BC, which was a difficult period in the history of Jerusalem. This was the time of the divided kingdom with: • Israel in the north • Judah in the south There was prosperity for both kingdoms during Isaiah’s youth, with little foreign ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

King Agrippa I Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 29, 2022

Agrippa zealously pursued orthodox Jewish policies, earning the friendship of the Jews. According to the New Testament, he vigorously repressed the Jewish Christians.

King Agrippa I King Agrippa I Born: c.10 B.C.E. Died: 44 Title / Office: king (41-44), Judaea Herod Agrippa I, original name Marcus Julius Agrippa, (born c. 10 B.C.E.—died 44 C.E.), King of Judaea (41–44 C.E.), a clever diplomat who, through his friendship with the Roman imperial family, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:27

Denomination: Baptist

Jericho

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on May 13, 2022

What happened at Jericho? How does Jericho apply to us today.

There it is,” exclaimed Joshua, “there is the land of milk and honey just as God promised.” The Hebrews were bunched up around Joshua staring with wonder, and a bit of fright, not at the Promised Land, but at the large obstacle standing in the way. Jericho! To be fair it was not something ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Adventist

If You've Seen Me Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 19, 2022

What do you picture when you picture God: A heavenly tyrant and scrupulous bookkeeper? "Every idea and assumption, says Trevor Hudson, must be measured against the person of Jesus."

Last Sunday I asked you to mentally or physically draw a picture of what you think God looks like. It may have sounded silly or trite, but I was very, very serious. As preacher, author, and lecturer Trevor Hudson so powerfully and succinctly put it: “In each of our hearts and minds there is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Wise Men Still Seek Him Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Dec 19, 2021

The wise men went on a journey to find the Christ Child. You can make that journey as well.

Wise Men Still Seek Him Matthew 2:1-12 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 12-19–2021 White Christmas Let’s start this morning with a trivia question. What’s the number one selling Christmas song of all time? [Slide] You’re right! “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby is not only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Savior: Immanuel And Jesus Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 24, 2021

The mission of the cross is hidden in the message of the cradle.

Video: Christmas Confusion How are you doing hanging on to Christ this Christmas? Does Christmas seem confusing or is it just a chaotic time of year for you? I submit if you want to understand Christmas, you must get to know who Christ is, and what He came to do. We could say it like this: The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

All The Lonely People

Contributed by Jarrett Stephens on Jan 5, 2022

Loneliness and isolation are things we've all felt and worked through.

Today, let’s talk about loneliness. We’ve all felt it…we’ve all experienced it at one time or another. It’s something that regardless of age, demographic, background – this feeling of being isolated and alone that can result in sadness and despondency…it effects all of us. It is a certainty in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Genesis 2:18, Proverbs 18:24

Four Marvelous Things We Have In The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 14, 2022

One thing that we all have in common is that we all want the best this life has to offer.

What we do not have in common is the way we go about pursuing the best this life has to offer. For example, many believe their hope of enjoying the best life has to offer them can be found in: - Sports. Their lives are consumed by the pursuit of sports. - Wealth. Their lives are consumed by ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"...no Man Cared For My Soul”

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 21, 2022

Most of us love to read the Psalms because we can relate to the many things David, and the other writers, express in this beautiful book.

For example, in the case of Psalm 142, David pours out his heart to God. Once David was king, he had many good experiences as ruler over God’s people, but for a while before he became king, he had some experiences that could be classified as downright abusive. Many times he had to flee for his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Realities Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 25, 2022

The psalmist expressed what many of us have expressed or thought.

He said, “...Oh that I had wings like a dove! for then would I fly away, and be at rest.” The Psalmist was not the first, and he certainly was not the last person who wished he had wings as a dove so he could fly away. Illus: We all have felt like the man who went to the bus station and told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Rebuilding The Walls (Extended Edition)

Contributed by Chris Bartholomew on Jan 31, 2022

Find your place in rebuilding the broken walls around you.

This is a reworked version of Johnny Chase: Rebuilding the Walls. The original is great, but I needed more length and a more direct application. Thanks, Johnny for the inspiration. Rebuilding the Walls (Extended edition) Nehemiah 1:1-6:15 Summary: Working together to build the Kingdom of God ...read more