Sermons on Shrewd Steward:

"Making The Most With Your Opportunity”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 12, 2020

Headline Los Angeles Times: Dylan Floro goes from the “forgotten man to an integral part of the Dodgers’ bullpen. Floro pitched 1.1 innings The parable of the talents is a reminder not to waste opportunities. Dylan Floro did not waste his talent nor his opportunity.

In Jesus Holy Name November 15, 2020 Text: Matthew 25:14-15 “Making the Most with Your Opportunity” Who is that man on the cover our Sunday Bulletin? Why is he there? I’;; answer that in a moment. (cover of the bulletin was the Dodger pitcher Dylan Floro from the World ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-15, Luke 19:12-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Don’t Worry

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Nov 30, 2019

The greatest lie ever told was, to be a Christian means things will always be the greatest or best. There will be troubles!

- The great hindrance to serving the Lord, & being good stewards for Him, is work. - I think the greatest lie ever told was, to be a Christian means things will always be greatest or best. - You read today’s headlines & realize that’s not true. - Hillsong’s previous worship ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Proclamation Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 4, 2021

The Easter story proclaims Easter is an Ever-flowing life with meaning and Grace from God which enriches those who embrace Resurrection Sunday.

An Easter Proclamation Theme: Restoring Spiritual Life This Easter When Jesus was crucified on the Cross, and was raised again on the third day, He got victory over sin and death and that purchased the abundant life in Christ which is available to all who will but surrender to His Lordship. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do People See Jesus In Me? Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 11, 2023

When we allow a lost and dying world to see Jesus in us, it goes to the glory and praise of God.

Introduction We come to our third and final message in this series today. If you remember the first two messages Paul is praying for the entire church family at Philippi. There are problems in this house church at Philippi, mainly a couple of people are not getting along, and so instead of praying ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

"jesus' Theology Of Abundance"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 2, 2023

A sermon about asking God to change our perspective on generosity.

“Jesus’ Theology of Abundance” Matthew 14:13-21 This is a remarkable passage of Scripture, so remarkable that it is the only miracle story that is found in all four Gospels. The feeding of the 5,000 (which was probably closer to 15-20,000 because they only counted the men) takes place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 14, 2022

Based on James 5:13-18 - Encourages hearers to develop a powerful prayer life.

“THE POWER OF PRAYER” James 5:13-18 FBCF – 10/13/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – A fellow pastor friend of mine & I were walking out of restaurant recently. Group of about 8 businessmen seated at table. As we walked by, all of their heads were bowed down. Looked like they were praying. But we quickly ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 7:7-8, 1 John 5:14-15, John 14:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Decide Now! Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 2, 2022

Many people live under the spell of procrastination - especially of things that they would rather not do. It always seems there is something more important now that keeps me from the thing I do not want to do.

-Life Lessons from the Chief of Sinners- Decide Now Acts 16:16-34 Introduction Many people live under the spell of procrastination - especially of things that they would rather not do. It always seems there is something more important now that keeps me from the thing I do not want to do. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Know Your Place

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 11, 2023

God doesn’t owe us, he owns us. In fact, he owns us twice over: first through the right of creation, and second through the right of purchase.

The great preacher Ray Stedman used to tell a wonderful story of a faithful missionary couple returning from Africa back in the days of Teddy Roosevelt. After years of service they came back on the same ship as President Roosevelt, who was returning from a big game hunting expedition in Africa. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gospel According To Bissell Or The Boom And Mop Christian Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 24, 2023

A fun little sermon that shares how we can be a Broom and Mop Christian.

Life Lessons from Nature (Autumn series) The Gospel According to Bissell Broom and Mop Christianity This is a fun little sermon focusing on how one can be a Broom and Mop Christian. Scripture: Romans 12:2; Ezekiel 36:25; Psalm 51:10 INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Ezekiel 36:25, Psalm 51:10, Matthew 20:28, 1 Peter 4:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

A Peep Into The Great Commission: Go Ye Therefore And Make Disciples… Matthew 28: 19.

Contributed by Uwomano Okpevra on Oct 10, 2023

The theological foundation for the Great Commission can be traced to specific passages in the New Testament, which encapsulate the essence of the Great Commission - Jesus Christ instructs his disciples to disseminate the gospel to all corners of the world.

A PEEP INTO THE GREAT COMMISSION: GO YE THEREFORE, AND MAKE DISCIPLES… MATTHEW 28: 19. By Uwomano Ben Okpevra, JP, PhD, MA.Div. ubokpevra@gmail.com Text: Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Teachings Of Titus #2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

I would like to remind you again that Timothy and Titus were two young ministers that Paul personally led to the Lord and trained for the ministry.

One of the needs of the church today, is for young ministers to recognize the need to work with a seasoned pastor and learn as much from him as they can. Illus: Just because a young person graduates from college and has a college diploma in his hands, the business world does not hire them as a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-16

Denomination: Baptist

Robbing God

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2022

On Malachi 3:10 Tithing, Temple, and Testing

HoHum: “I’d like to teach the world to sing in perfect harmony; I’d like to buy the world a Coke and keep it company; It’s the real thing- Here is Malachi we see a courtroom scene where God is showing the people how to have the real thing, real faith WBTU: Malachi ministered not long after the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Malachi 3:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inward, Upward, And Outward

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 11, 2022

When talking about compassion, we start with an inward approach, then an upward approach, and this leads to an outward approach Outline from John Lowe of Sermon Central at: https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/outward-inward-upward-john-lowe-sermon-on-heart-for-the-lost-187229

HoHum: Got up early Friday morning and read the overnight reports from the hospice team. There was an emergency admission the previous evening. This patient was continuing to decline, he was imminent, meaning that his vitals signs indicated that he would die soon. The report told about his wife ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38, Romans 10:9, Romans 5:6, Matthew 9:38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lessons Learned During A First Encounter Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 1, 2022

Each person needs to have their own salvation worked out.

Introduction Belshazzar, the new king of Babylon, was throwing a party, and he messed up when he ordered the stewards to retrieve the gold and silver vessels taken from the Temple of God in Jerusalem so they might drink from them. Within that same hour of them drinking from those vessels, a hand ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 21 - Discover Life's Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Feb 3, 2023

Have you discovered God’s purpose for your life? Read on to understand how you can break free from every bondage, and be all that God created you to be.

We read in Romans 12:1, “For this reason I make request to you, brothers, by the mercies of God, that you will give your bodies as a living offering, holy, pleasing to God, which is the worship it is right for you to give him.” (BBE) In Romans 12:1, when Paul exhorts the believers with the words ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 11:36, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Genesis 1:1, Revelation 22:21, Matthew 24:37-38, Genesis 6:9, Deuteronomy 15:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other