Sermons on Softness:

Sopater Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 31, 2021

Inborn intelligence and diplomacy bring ambition to fruition. Versatility brings honors, do not become careless. Use, develop, and apply imagination and succeed, but avoid irrationality.

Sopater In Biblical Names, the meaning of Sopater is: Who defends the father. Today, we will attempt to discover all there is to know about the person named Sopater. To do this, we will use an acrostic and the name Sopater. First, notice that the name of this ancient man has seven letters, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:17

Denomination: Baptist

5 Ways To Stay Encouraged In A Lonely World

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 24, 2023

Hope is the secret weapon of the Christian. Hope is the weapon of our mind to defeat any discouraging thought. Use this powerful weapon, by training your mind to counter any pessimistic thought with the truth of the scriptures.

According to a study by Harvard, 36% of Americans, so more than one in three, described their level of loneliness as "serious." In a lonely world, how can we find encouragement? How can we find a mindset that leads to stability and peace? That is the challenge in this world. The battle ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-15, Hebrews 12:2, Psalm 123:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

River Of Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 19, 2021

A day would come on that day, the luxurious cars, elegant high tower buildings and delicious food providing hotels, monuments and the beauties of the earth will be no more. Your hard-earned riches, wealth and properties will go within a fraction of seconds.

Theme: River of Life Text: Revelation 22:1-7 End of earthly life (Revelation 22:1) A day would come on that day, the luxurious cars, elegant high tower buildings and delicious food providing hotels, monuments and the beauties of the earth will be no more. Your hard-earned riches, wealth and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Sermon On Conflict & Freedom

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 6, 2022

Conflict is defined as a serious disagreement or argument with another, typically a protracted one.

Lao Tzu, also known as Laozi, an ancient Chinese philosopher once remarked: “In dwelling, live close to the ground. In thinking, keep to the simple. In conflict, be fair and generous. In governing, don't try to control. In work, do what you enjoy. In family life, be completely present.” James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-39, Ephesians 4:26, Galatians 5:1, 2 Corinthians 3:17

Paul's Sermon At Athens: Culture And Common Ground

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 8, 2021

Paul's sermon before the men of Athens began with a topic familiar to all of them. It was the common bond of religious belief and practice in their respective cultures. Jesus demonstrated it throughout the Gospels. It is a biblical pattern for effective evangelism.

It has been over forty years since I traveled to India on vacation, away from the business of the McDermott Fabrication Yard in Dubai where I worked as an oil rig sandblaster and painter. I moved there in early 1980 to live with my dad and to grow in maturity of character. I learned the value of ...read more

Scripture: John 4:6-26, Acts 17:22-23, Luke 14:23, James 5:20, Jude 1:23, 1 Corinthians 9:19-20, Proverbs 11:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Light In The Darkness Part 4 Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Sep 20, 2022

I cannot imagine living the Christian in isolation without your fellowship and the fellowship of God.

Introduction Today as we conclude our sermon series on Light in the Darkness, the challenge for each one of us is to keep the light the God’s says that we can walk in shinning bright in our lives. However, if we are honest there might be short spans of time or maybe even longer spans, let’s call ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Precious.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 3, 2021

God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type we see the blind lady of justice holding, where a heavier weight tilts in that direction but even weight balances out perfectly.

The Precious. Jeremiah 15:19 The prophet Jeremiah faced rebuke, mockery and loneliness and stood transparent before God and lifted his state of depression to the Lord. God’s promises weighed on the balance scales In your mind’s eye, please see a set of balance scales. Balance scales are the type ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 15:19, 2 Chronicles 7:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ra'ah See: Elijah Sees God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 13, 2022

“And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, also how he had executed all the prophets with the sword. 2 Then Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I do not make your life as the life of one of them by tomorrow about this time."

“And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, also how he had executed all the prophets with the sword. 2 Then Jezebel sent a messenger to Elijah, saying, “So let the gods do to me, and more also, if I do not make your life as the life of one of them by tomorrow about this time.” 3 And when he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4

Denomination: Salvation Army

"God Has Spoken—and He Still Speaks Today” Hebrews 1:1-2

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 8, 2025

A message about God being with us today and every day.

Good morning. Stand with me and lift up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible I am what it says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess: My mind is alert, My heart is receptive. I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of The Vine

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 8, 2023

The meaning of the parable of the vine in John 15

The Purpose of the Vine Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 15:1-11 John 15:1 “aI am the true vine, and My Father is the bvinedresser. 2 “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He 1prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. 3 “aYou are already ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Grace Does It All

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

Grace does it all—saving the sinner, sustaining the weak, shaping the believer, and securing the redeemed all the way home.

Introduction – Grace Does It All Title today: Grace Does It All. Think about that—grace saves, grace sustains, grace shapes, and grace secures. From beginning to end, grace does it all. Have you ever seen someone rescued who had no power to rescue themselves? A kayaker trapped in the surf, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8, Romans 5:6-10, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Titus 2:11-14, John 6:37-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

No One Knows What It Means Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

A vivid, humorous message exposing cultural Christianity’s counterfeits and inviting listeners to rediscover the transforming power of the real Jesus.

Everyone says they’re a Christian these days. Open a feed and you’ll see Bible verses beside zodiac signs, worship playlists next to self-help quotes, and a dozen different definitions of faith. So I decided to ask a few self-described Christians what they actually believe. Same questions every ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Matthew 16:24, Galatians 1:6-7, 2 Corinthians 11:4, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Experience The Gift Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Todd Sullivan on Dec 26, 2024

This is a narrative sermon based on the first Christmas Day.

Church, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, I want to share a story to reflect on that first day when Jesus entered the world. Let’s go back 2000 years, to the land of Judea. Imagine being in Bethlehem the day Mary and Joseph are about to arrive into town on their donkey. They were tired, thirsty, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Sermon On A Wooded Glade

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 7, 2025

A wooded glade is defined as an open, often sunny clearing within a forest. Essentially, a small, treeless meadow that allows sunlight to penetrate the forest canopy.

Elizabeth Gaskell, an English novelist and biographer once remarked: "By the soft green light in the woody glade, On the banks of moss where thy childhood played; By the household tree, thro' which thine eye; First looked in love to the summer sky." Joshua 17:15 reminds us: And Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:25, 1 Samuel 14:25-26, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 96:12

Bout With Doubt

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 10, 2025

Doubt is not the same as unbelief; God invites honest questions and meets us in our struggles through His living Word and Spirit. King Josiah’s tender heart toward Scripture shows that even when visible results seem small, faithfulness matters because God speaks through His Word and through us.

Introduction – When Doubt Knocks A young man knelt before his beloved, ring in hand. “Sweetheart, I love you so much. I want you to marry me. I don’t have a car like Johnny Green. I don’t own a yacht like Johnny Green. I don’t have a house as big as Johnny Green’s. I don’t have the money of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:19-20, John 14:16-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist