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Ruth, The Unlikely One Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 31, 2023

The Lord is using all the circumstances to bring forth his salvation history. Through the hand of God Boaz, a “worthy man” is brought into Ruth’s life.

The Lord uses the unlikely. In Corinth Paul told the believers not many of you were influential or of noble birth when you were called. That was true for Ruth also. She was the furthest thing from nobility, and she had no influence. She was a cursed Moabite woman. Being one of the unlikely ones was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 5, 2025

This sermon emphasizes that true peace is not the absence of external conflict but the presence of Christ in our hearts, offering an unshakable, eternal peace through His birth, miracles, and life-giving words, even amidst life's greatest trials and storms.

Prince of Peace Isaiah 9:1-7 Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ The Oxford Dictionary defines peace as "freedom from disturbance; tranquility, and the cessation of war." Those who are at peace experience freedom from anxiety and distress. Yet, with such an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Isaiah 9:1-6, Luke 15:1-7, Romans 8:15, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Submission: Work Series

Contributed by John Bright on Feb 16, 2025

Working through 1 Peter using consecutive expository preaching. No teaching sheet for this sermon.

"Submission: Work" 1 Peter 2:18-25 Pastor John Bright 1 Peter 2 “18 Servants, be submissive to your masters with all fear, not only to the good and gentle, but also to the harsh. 19 For this is commendable, if because of conscience toward God one endures grief, suffering wrongfully. 20 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25, 1 Peter 2:11-12, Romans 5:3-5, Matthew 7:13-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 4:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

God's Dream Team

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Building God's Dream Team: Remember that it’s teamwork that makes the dream work! WHICH PLAN ARE YOU ON? WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?

Opening illustration: Do you read other people’s letters? Most of the Bible are letters written to people, nations or a community. None of the letters are written directly to us, and we are just reading other people’s letters and applying that to our lives. Introduction: I pause to ask a question. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Amazing Son Of God Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION THE AMAZING SON OF GOD A. Mark 1:22 (READ and COMMENT) 1. Over the years I have sat in the AUDIENCE and have LISTENED to some GREAT PREACHERS proclaim the Word of God. ILLUSTRATION: At a PROMISE KEEPERS conference for PASTORS in Atlanta, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building God's Dream Team

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

Remember that it’s teamwork that makes the dream work! WHICH PLAN ARE YOU ON? WHICH TEAM ARE YOU ON?

Opening illustration: Do you read other people’s letters? Most of the Bible are letters written to people, nations or a community. None of the letters are written directly to us, and we are just reading other people’s letters and applying that to our lives. Introduction: I pause to ask a question. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Visit Of The Magi Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024

The coming of the shepherds who had nothing to give the new born king and the coming of magi bearing expensive gifts for the Christ child, demonstrate that Jesus Christ receives people from all walks of life.

THE CHRISTMAS STORY: THE VISIT OF THE MAGI A. WISE MEN ILLUSTRATION: A church put on its annual CHRISTMAS PROGRAM where the children ACT out the Christmas Story. The scene opened with MARY and JOSEPH in a stable admiring the baby JESUS lying in a manger. Then comes the SHEPHERDS walking in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unique Things About Jesus #2 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 13, 2024

Jesus really was different. Let's discover some of those ways in which He was different.

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #2 UNIQUE THINGS ABOUT JESUS (Mark 1:14-45) Parallel Passages: Matthew 4:13-22; 8:14-17; Luke 4:14-5:16 “My thoughts are not your thoughts, nor are my ways your ways.” Do you know what that means? God through Isaiah is saying: “Do you understand that I am ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-45

Go! And Weep For The Lost: A Palm Sunday Call To Action - Luke 19:41-44. Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 8, 2025

Palm Sunday, a day where we celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. It’s a day filled with joy, but beneath the shouts of joy, beneath the praise and worship, there was something deeper going on—a deep, heartfelt sorrow in the heart of Jesus.

Go! And Weep for the Lost: A Palm Sunday Call to Action Introduction: Today is Palm Sunday, a day where we celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. It’s a day filled with joy, with crowds shouting “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” It’s a day of excitement, as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-42, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Philippians 4:7, John 3:36, John 14:6, Mark 16:15, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gift Of Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 24, 2025

This was the conclusion of our series, and it was our Christmas Eve Service

As she made her way along the road, she wondered about the sense of it all. Although she had agreed she still couldn’t understand why. She lived in a poor country that was occupied by a foreign army. Violence was never far away and often during the night you would hear soldiers entering the home ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 10:10, 2 Timothy 1:9

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Power Of Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of gratitude in fostering humility, compassion, and faith, and its role in deepening our relationship with God.

Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the sheltering wings of our Lord, basking in the radiant glow of His everlasting love, to reflect upon His word and the profound message it has for each one of us. We are here to uncover the truths laid out in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:13-14

Topics: Thankfulness

He Was Born To Be PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus as the Revealer of truth, the Conqueror of sin, and the Reconciler to God, encouraging us to experience and testify to His life-giving power.

Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the shared ground of our faith. We are all here, gathered in His name, ready to hear His word. Let's start with the words of the scripture, from 1 John 1:1-3: "That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Topics: Birth, Jesus

Turning Toward PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

This sermon encourages us to live a Kingdom life, focusing on Christ as our faith, doctrine, law, and hope, and recommitting to Kingdom values.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is once again a joy and a privilege to stand before you today, not because of any merit of my own, but because of the grace that has been so lavishly poured out upon us by our loving Heavenly Father. It's a grace that calls us together, not as strangers or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Topics: Kingdom, Turning

Set Free From Shame PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores the transformative power of encountering Jesus, using the story of the Samaritan woman at the well as a guide for personal redemption.

Dear brothers and sisters, I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and a spirit brimming with anticipation. We gather in this sacred space, not by chance, but by divine design. Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, has orchestrated this moment for us to come together, to share in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Topics: Jesus, Shame And Guilt

Revive In 2005 Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 16, 2005

The Body of Christ in America needs to be revived in the New Year of 2005. They need to follow the example of King Hezekiah and learn how to be revived in 2005. To many people just want to survive in 2005 but the Lord wants us revived in 2005.

Revive In 2005 ¡V Part 2 Thesis: The Body of Christ in America needs to be revived in the New Year of 2005. They need to follow the example of King Hezekiah and learn how to be revived in 2005. To many people just want to survive in 2005 but the Lord wants us revived in 2005. Introduction: We ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational