Sermons on Smart Goals:

Be Still! Be Calm! The God Of Creation Is With Us!

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 18, 2018

This sermon looks at Jesus' miracle of stilling the storm and applies it to our lives. The first half looks at the text, and the second text applies it with the hymn "Be Still, My Soul."

Man and water have always had an interesting relationship. It is something that man cannot control, although it is all around him and vital for his survival. Over 75% of the earth’s surface is covered by water. We live in the land of 10,000 lakes, it is all around us as well. Despite that, it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Lutheran

"Wisdom Regarding Marriage - Selecting A Good Spouse" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 30, 2018

Factoring God into your marriage should start before you say "I do."

An old couple came to a judge seeking a divorce after 80 years of marriage. The judge asked, “Bill, Mary, why in the world are you seeking a divorce at your age? Bill, you’re 98; and Mary, you’re 96. Why in the world are you seeking a divorce now?” The couple looked at each other and then replied ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Pastor Cannot Do It Alone

Contributed by Dr. John W. Bosman on Aug 17, 2018

Every believer is a minister. Equipping God’s people for the work of building up the body of Christ came from the heart of Jesus. It was His idea. It also validates that the Church should not run on the feet of the clergy, but on the feet of the laity.

INTRODUCTION This message holds the potential of changing your personal life — as well as the life of our church — forever. There is great excitement in the air as the Holy Spirit is releasing a breath of fresh air over the Church in the 21st Century. It is not a new revelation; it is a new ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Decades - Pt. 4 - The 90's Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018

Time flies. Months slip away. Years are lost. Before we know it, a decade has passed. However, decades of the past can teach us today!

The 90’s I. Introduction Time is flying. We have already visited 3 decades. Decades when viewed in reverse seem to be an immense amount of time. But it goes so quickly. We have looked at 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. Now we find ourselves in the 90’s! Each week I have been playing snippets of the music of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Part #2 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Think Ahead)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016

What message are we really sending to those around us. Could we be leaning on a bruised reed? This problem might reveal a real weakness within the heart?

READY, WATCHING, VIGILANT--- Think ahead. PART #2 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND IT OFTEN TIMES IS EASIER TO START A FIRE THAN IT IS TO KEEP THE FIRE BURNING? You have to be vigilant to keep the home fires burning. 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part #1 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Preparation) Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016

This is part 1 in a 3 part series: READY, WATCHING AND VIGILANT... We must be ready and prepared for the journey ahead. Life is like a game of chess, we must look forward.

READY, WATCHING, VIGILANT--- PART #1 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND IT OFTEN TIMES IS EASIER TO START A FIRE THAN IT IS TO KEEP THE FIRE BURNING? You have to be vigilant to keep the home fires burning. 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running Into Jesus

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 30, 2017

Like the two on the Emmaus Road, we sometimes grow disappointed with God. But, if we seek his will through his word, he speaks to us and clarifies his plans. Then, our disappointment turns to joy as we begin to see things from God's perspective.

Luke 24:13-35 Running into Jesus The Bible records ten different resurrection appearances of Jesus. Today we look at one of the most captivating, a story only found in the gospel of Luke. The setting is a round trip hike between Jerusalem and Emmaus. A couple of Jewish believers are heading home ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Who/What Do We Worship? The King Of Kings & Lord Of Lords

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 10, 2018

We are all given certain gifts so we can draw attention to our LORD. Our job is to do His work, whatever work He has called us to, in such a way that He gets attention and glory-so that people are drawn to Him.

Revelation 19 v. 6 And like a voice of a great crowd, and as the voice of great waters, and like the voice of powerful thunders, saying, “Hallelujah!!! For the Lord God Almighty reigns! v. 7 Let’s rejoice and jump for joy and give Him glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and His bride has ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:6-16

Denomination: *other

Cruise Ship Vs Battle Ship?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 31, 2018

Let us address spiritual maturity. Survey the differences of expectations on a cruise ship and a battle ship. What makes people great? David's dying words hold some powerful secrets.

CRUISE SHIP VS BATTLE SHIP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A BAG OF LENTILES WE ME… what is the value of this bag? Ask Esau? CAN WE ACKNOWLEDGE THERE CAN GROW A TENDANCY TOWARD PERPETUAL BABYHOOD? 1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, Ecclesiastes 3:1-7, Galatians 6:7-9, 2 Samuel 23:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Won't It Be Wonderful? Mother's It Is Worth It...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 7, 2016

THERE IS NEEDED THE GOLDEN THREAD IN THE CHURCH AND SOCIETY--- THIS THREAD OF GOD THAT IS THE GLUE THAT HOLDS SOCIETY AND THE CHURCH TOGETHER IS A MOTHER'S LOVE... I HAVE A NEEDLE AND SOME GOLD THREAD...

WONDERFUL THERE? IT IS WORTH IT --- MOTHERS, IT IS WORTH IT... LET US RECALL A MOTHER'S VISION... TOGETHER FOREVER... DON'T ALLOW LIFE TO DESTROY VISION OF HEAVEN By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Mothers, it is worth it. It is worth it. Every tear, every dirty diaper, every sleepless ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Ungrateful Spirit Must Be Broken Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

There are some pretty good movies out there (I always liked The Sound of Music), but there is one thing for sure, Hollywood has distorted the truth about romance and marriage! The entertainment industry has not only messed with true love but it has also affected parenting concepts. Families seen on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:13

Denomination: Baptist

What Memorial Will You Leave?

Contributed by Louis Jenkins on May 28, 2016

Memorial Day Sermon for a Senior Citizen Home or Rehabilitation Center

What Memorial Will you Leave? A Memorial Day Sermon Matthew 26:6-13 Rev. Louis L. Jenkins Maple Springs Baptist Church Preached at Larkin Chase Care and Rehabilitation Center Sunday, May 29, 2016 Matthew 26:6-13 NIV While Jesus was in Bethany in the home of Simon the Leper, 7 a woman came to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The End Times

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 31, 2016

Preachers have been preaching about the end times and how they are approaching quickly for many, many years. But when is that going to be?

Preachers have been preaching about the end times and how they are approaching quickly for many, many years. But when is that going to be? Matthew 24:36 tells us “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone.” Matthew 24: 42 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13-44

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are Your Shoes

Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Dec 3, 2020

what shoes do you wear, how is your faith

WHERE ARE YOUR SHOES MATTHEW 7: 1-2; 13-15 1 "Judge not, lest you be judged. 2 For with what judgment you judge, you will be judged; and with what measure you measure, it will be measured back to you ask Him! 13 "Enter in through the narrow gate; because wide is the gate, and broad is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-2, Matthew 7:13-15

Denomination: Charismatic

A Gracious Call To A Social Outcast (Mark 2:13-17) Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 25, 2021

So many people today feel like they exist more than they live, thinking that everything in this world is against them and that no one cares. Matthew, the tax collector, is just such a case. It turned out that Jesus had a plan for him, and for you as well.

Jesus' compassion for people is evident as we progress through this Gospel. This display of Divine love is recorded by Matthew and Luke as well. The Lord Jesus is not the exclusive property of any group or man- made religious system. Nobody can mold Him into one particular behavior to suit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17, Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist