Sermons on So Shall It Be:

God Loves Our Worship

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 25, 2016

When we talk worship we often are talking about singing, but worship is so much more than that.

In all my years of ministry I haven’t found anything that can make church people as cranky as the music. Seriously. Thom Ranier a church growth and health consultant wrote “The comment ‘someone complained about the music at my church’ is a universal phenomenon of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Sound The Alarm"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 10, 2016

Joel believes the Day of The Lord is upon them so he says, "Sound the Alarm" and return, learn, gather, and pray.

“Sound the Alarm” Joel 2 :1-2 1. The Day of The Lord is coming no doubt just get ready for it. Sound the Alarm • Joel says, “2 Blow the trumpet in Zion sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Ridiculous Commitment Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Elisha's commitment and faith were so strong that by today's standards it might appear "Ridiculous." Part one of a series on Elisha.

Ridiculous Commitment Elisha, A Tale Of Ridiculous Faith, Week 1 Today, we are starting a series on the life of the OT prophet named Elisha. We're calling it: A Tale of Ridiculous Faith. Don’t be confused, because we did a series on the prophet Elijah not long ago, but Elisha is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prodigality, Love And Grace Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 5, 2016

A few details of this beautiful parable that we may miss or take for granted because we think the story is so familiar.

The so-called parable of the prodigal son is one of the—if not the—most beautiful stories in the whole Bible. God, it is pointed out, is like the father in the story. The beauty and power of this story is made very clear in the description and actions of the father. One of the dangers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Able

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016

To show that GOD is able and working all grace to super abound in us so that we can be a channel of blessing to others.

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD able? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD is able and working all grace to super abound in us so that we can be a channel of blessing to others. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 9:8 (Amplified Bible) And God is able to make all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Vs. Legion

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 18, 2016

In the battle of Jesus Vs. Legion, Jesus always wins. So are we begging him to leave or begging him to stay?

JESUS VS. LEGION Luke 8:26-39 Introduction Luke 8 introduces one of the most frightening sights the disciples had ever seen. (Luke 8:26-29). Mark 5:5 “Night and day among the tombs and in the hills he would cry out and cut himself with stones.” Luke 8:30-31 - A Roman legion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifts To The Bride - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 15, 2015

Just as Jesus gave gifts to his Bride, the Church so did the Heavenly Father. This sermon examines those gifts.

Today we will continue looking at the church as the Bride of Christ and the gifts that were given to the Bride by Jesus, God the Father, and the Holy Spirit. The last time that we studied this subject we discovered that Jesus gave gifts to his Bride. Ephesians 4:11 “Now these are the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Foursquare

The Belt Of Truth Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2012

Understanding and putting on the first piece of armor that God supplies so we can live the life that God intended for believers.

Belt of Truth Ephesians chapter 6:10-6:20 Introduction- Last week we begun a new series, “Putting on the armor of God” We saw some people see demons behind every tree and there are some who have no idea that we are in a spiritual battle for our souls. The two main points in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Amazing Faith Of A Centurion

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 10, 2016

I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel (Luke 7:9).

AMAZING FAITH OF A CENTURION. Luke 7:1-10. It is interesting to note that, in this busy little cameo, two of the main characters remain offstage throughout. In Luke’s record, the incident takes place immediately after the Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:17-49). Jesus had said all He was going to say ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pharisees- No Heart Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 12, 2018

If one is not careful, one's heart can drift so far away from God that we end up with no heart.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to examine a unique group of people as we continue with our A Drifting Heart series. • Today we will see how the scribes and Pharisees ended up with the worst-case scenario when it comes to a drifting heart, a heart that drifts so far from God that one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope Of New Life

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Apr 1, 2017

Hope is the basis of spiritual formation. It transforms us, drawing us closer to Christ so that others may be drawn to him.

They still tell the story at William and Mary College of daffy, magnificent President Ewell. For a century and a half, this prestigious Virginia school had been a leader among American universities. Then came the Civil War. In the hard days of reconstruction that followed, William and Mary went ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-44

Denomination: Other

A Savior Is Born Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 28, 2018

The way Jesus came into the world and the events surrounding that first Christmas affirms so much of what we believe as Christians.

A Savior Is Born (Luke 2:1-20) 1. This is a true story. Freddie and John were fortunate enough to have a season ticket to watch Chelsea soccer in the UK. They could not help noticing that there was always a spare seat next (B14) to them and they had a friend who would love to buy a season ticket, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Should You Give Your Last 2 Pennies? - Mark 12:41-13:2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 7, 2024

Is the widow who gave everything an example we should follow? If so, why are we not all giving everything in the offering?

Mark 12:41 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. 42 But one poor widow came and put in two leptas, worth only a quadrans. 43 Calling his disciples to him, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-6

The Existence Of Evil And The Certainty Of Good

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Sep 9, 2024

This sermon answers the question of evil, the one humanity has wrestled with for years: If there is God, why there is so much evil in the world.

Introduction The question of evil is one that humanity has wrestled with for centuries: If there is a God, why is there so much evil in the world? It's easy to wonder how a good and loving God could allow such things to happen when we witness suffering, injustice, and pain. Many skeptics ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Repent & Believe! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2024

Why is repentance so important... and why did Jesus follow telling His audience that they needed to include belief with that repentance?

About 10 years ago, there was a 67-year-old Belgian woman named Sabine Moreau. She had left home to travel about 1 ½ hours to Brussels (the capital city of Belgium). TWO DAYS LATER, after having crossed five international borders, she found herself in Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ