Sermons on Socialization:

The Nation God Blesses

Contributed by Tim Huie on Mar 16, 2009

1) God blesses a holy nation. 2) God blesses an obedient nation. 3) God blesses a repentant nation

THE NATION GOD BLESSES PROVERBS 14:34-35 PSALMS 9:17 JOEL 2:25 1. Illus. of talking to old man • Had good income, good health, children and grandchildren • “Pastor, God had really blessed me!” • Meant God had put His hand upon him in favor. 2. Did you know that God does the same thing on a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Prophet Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 8, 2009

There are prophets in every age speaking for God. In our age Pope Benedict has called us to look at Charity in Truth, and consider our responsibilities to the world economically.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course The Prophet July 12, 2009 All over the temperate zone, fruit from the varieties of fig and sycamore are ripening now, and so the Church gives us a reading from the migrant worker, Amos, the reluctant prophet. I call him a migrant worker because he engaged in seasonal ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:12-15

Denomination: Catholic

Paul, The Complementarian Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 9, 2015

Although detestable to many people and completely counter-cultural, God’s Word teaches that gender roles are not identical.

Paul, the Complementarian (I Timothy 2:8-15) 1. A pastor said: “You need to join the Army of the Lord!” My friend replied, “I'm already in the Army of the Lord, Pastor.” Pastor questioned, “How come I don't see you except at Christmas and Easter?” He whispered ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Have You Forgotten Who You Are? Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 12, 2011

A short talk encouraging us to know Jesus - and when we know him, he helps us to know who we really are, and who we can become.

Jesus takes his disciples aside and asks them, “What about you? Who do you say I am?” (16:15). A teaching assistant accused of looting. An 11 year old girl appears in court and admits breaking windows in Nottingham. Teenagers appear before Magistrates with no parent in attendance. Magistrates ask, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Anglican

Stop The Senseless Killings

Contributed by Darryl Ward on Dec 5, 2012

Sermon about alcohol fuelled killings of youth in Kapiti.

Like the rest of our community, I was shocked by the recent violent deaths near local popular drinking spots of two of our young citizens: Izak Millanta and Sean Strongman-Lintern. As well as mourning its loss, our community is, quite rightly, asking questions. Asking what caused these tragedies. ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

What's Missing? Series

Contributed by Daniel Lawson on Jan 14, 2018

We are living in a time of unparalleled technology and advancement, yet we are still empty. What's missing?

What’s missing? Isaiah 55 Intro It’s an amazing time that we live in. Technology allows us to travel the globe without ever leaving our living room. In our pocket we have a device that can answer virtually any question that we can come up with. We have Social media that connects us to family ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Will Set You Free! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 31, 2021

Based on John 8:31-36 - Challenges hearers to know Jesus & let Jesus set them free.

“JESUS WILL SET YOU FREE!” John 8:31-36 FBCF – 10/24/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – We Americans value our freedom. “Land of the free, & the home of the brave.” Many of us understand the great price that has been paid for our freedoms in this nation. Unfortunately, there is a growing number of people ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

Break Free From The Past

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 29, 2022

Paul explains true Christian behavior. The old nature is dead. We are to accept Jesus as our Savior and put on the new nature. When we let Christ in our hearts, He changes us into what we should be.

Look Up: In verses 1-4: “For ye are dead.” Simply put, we died. We should have little desire for this world and what it has to offer. Our old nature has been removed. We that have been born again are dead to sin; its dominion has been broken. Our real home is in Heaven with Jesus. -- John ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unity Of The Spirit

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 6, 2023

"Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace." (Ephesians 4:3)

Lent is a season of reflection on the frailty and vulnerability of human life. The season starts forty days before Easter on a Wednesday, which most churches observe as Ash Wednesday. Some churches have special services on Ash Wednesday and impose ashes on the forehead as a sign of our mortality ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3

Denomination: Other

Tragedy Of A Busy But Mis-Spent Life And Time

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 2, 2019

Your life is precious and should be spent right. Any misuse of one's time leads to a tragedy

Luke 10:38 – end; Psalm 39:4-5 The dictionary helps us to define some of the words in our topic, let’s take a look at them. Tragedy: an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe. Busy: occupied with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38, Psalm 39:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bestias Y Ángeles Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 15, 2024

En el desierto de nuestras almas, encontramos tanto bestias como ángeles.

Bestias y Ángeles Escritura: Marcos 1:12-15 Introducción: En el desierto de nuestras almas, encontramos tanto bestias como ángeles. Reflexión En el ajetreo y el bullicio de la vida moderna, encontrar momentos de soledad similares a la experiencia del desierto de Jesús ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Other

Patience Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 12, 2016

Christians are being martyred all across the Middle East in countries that once tolerated them. Churches are being destroyed and brought to rubble. Entire Christian communities are being wiped out and even crucifixion is back. Can we patiently wait?

Patience 2 Peter 3 For many of us patience is a virtue that is difficult to cultivate in our hustle bustle society. The world moves at the speed of the internet while many of us are left trying to keep up. I’m reminded of that old ketchup commercial for Heinz were two small boys are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Tells Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 1, 2016

Psalm 9 – Tells us to give Thanks, Evangelize, Laugh, Laugh again, and Sing

Psalm 9 I will give thanks to you, LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. 2 I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing the praises of your name, O Most High. 3 My enemies turn back; they stumble and perish before you. 4 For you have upheld my right and my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: *other

Expending Patience Wisely

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 4, 2016

Patience is difficult for us all, but if we develop certain good habits, it makes a big difference. Often times patience simply means delaying anger or refusing to rush to a conclusion or action.

Expending Patience Wisely 1. Someone has contrasted the good and bad of patience, “Patience: The quality you admire in the driver behind you but can’t stand in the driver who’s in front of you.” 2. Someone else illustrated patience this way: “When you're being yelled ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Communication Is Key Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on Apr 14, 2021

This is the 7th devotion from the series entitles, Building Relationships that Last,' and talks about the importance of communication in building healthy relationships.

Communication, we can say, is the life-line to maintaining meaningful relationships. Today, more than ever before, there are myriad ways we can communicate with one another. The advancements in science and technology have placed before us, numerous options to communicate effectively, and the boom ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Luke 19:1-10, John 2:13-17, James 1:19, Proverbs 15:1, Ephesians 4:29, Ecclesiastes 3:7, Colossians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)