Sermons on Sow In Tears:

Doing Good Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul says there are two kinds of seeds we sow in life. There are the seeds of self-indulgence which please the sinful nature, and there are the seeds of doing good to others which please the Spirit.

In the spring of 1897, Thomas Hanna, a 25 year old Baptist pastor fell out of his carriage and landed on his head. When he woke up he was in a state of total amnesia. Dr. Boris Sidis and his assistant Dr. Goodhert had to teach him to talk, to eat, and to go to the bathroom as if he were a child. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Grace Amid Judgment

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2019

Grace cannot be silenced, even in the face of judgment.

GRACE AMID JUDGMENT. Hosea 1:2-10. This is ‘the word of the LORD that came to Hosea, son of Beeri’ (Hosea 1:1). The name Hosea, like Hoshea, Joshua, Jeshua and Jesus is derived from the verb ‘to save’. Hosea, like his contemporary Amos, prophesied to the northern kingdom of Israel during the ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Never-Ending Adventure Sermon Ii: Jesus Teaches Us Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 29, 2020

Folks who truly accept Jesus as Savior and go on to become mature disciples of Christ as Lord listen and learn then live accordingly.

THE CHRISTIAN’S NEVER-ENDING ADVENTURE Jesus Teaches Us – Mark 4:1-9 Heard about a fella who thought his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9

Does It Taste Like More? John 12, Part 2

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Dec 29, 2020

Well, there is something that God wants for us. He wants us to BEHOLD, Behold Your King! Have you had enough of Jesus? Does it taste like more? Or, do you want a decaf version of the Savior?

DOES IT TASTE LIKE MORE? JOHN 12, PART 2 (v20-26) Note: This sermon was given at a prayer service on a Sunday morning service. Each identity of Jesus was taught and then responded in prayer by the congregation in small prayer groups of 3-5 people. The section was closed by singing a short chorus. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:14, John 12:25, John 12:24, John 12:23, John 12:20-26, John 12:21, Ephesians 2:10, 1 John 3:16, John 4:23, John 15:8, Matthew 20:26, John 10:11, Zechariah 9:9, John 12:26, John 17:4  (view more)  (view less)

Effective Evangelism - Witnessing - Soulwinning Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 3, 2005

The Right PASSION, The Right PRIORITY, & The Right PRESENTATION. Link included to formatted text version and Powerpoint Presentation.

Effective Evangelism Acts 15:36-16:5 See entire series--"Acts: The Church Handbook" at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html This sermon in formatted text and PowerPoint: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/EffectiveEvangelism.html ------------------------------------ Do you know anyone who cannot sit ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Mist Of Your Mess

Contributed by Russell Darby on Jan 22, 2005

When you are going through all of those painful, tearful, sleepless, heartbreaking, agonizing life altering, and life destroying trials, troubles and tribulations count it all joy.

Romans 8:28 And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. Trials, Troubles and tribulations, sometimes seems to be a way of life and it seems that sometimes we as Christians feel that life just should not be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church...built On A Rock

Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Apr 30, 2002

In a world where "sticks and stones" can hurt and tear people down, we are called to be "living stones," builting up one another with Chtist’s own love.

The Church…Built on a Rock “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” This refrain has been used by many a generation of children to ward off the attacks of teasing peers. The image of children throwing rocks at one another has taken on new meaning of late, as our news ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2-10, Acts 7:55-60

Denomination: Lutheran

Hedges

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 8, 2009

What are your hedges made of and where did they come from and why? Do you have any? Did God tear yours down or build one for you?

You have often heard I and others pray a hedge of protection or thorns about folks but you may not have known where we get the idea from even though you might like it. One lady told me she loved it when I prayed that because it gave her great comfort. Hedges can be a great comfort depending on ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:8-11 - Message 14 - Do Not Become Wallowing Sows In Bondage – Protect Your Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 1, 2024

The Galatians had exchanged the bondage of idolatry for the bondage of the Law. False teachers promise freedom but chain their adherents in bonds. Our freedom in Christ must be protected. Do not use your freedom as an excuse to sin.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:8-11 - MESSAGE 14 - DO NOT BECOME WALLOWING SOWS IN BONDAGE – PROTECT YOUR FREEDOM IN CHRIST [PART A] Galatians 4:8 However at that time, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those which by nature are no gods, Galatians 4:9 but now that you have come ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-11, 2 Peter 2:19-22, Colossians 2:20, Galatians 1:9, Galatians 5:1, 2 Peter 2:19, 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Peter 2:16, Colossians 2:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Call Me In The Mourning Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 15, 2008

God gives favor to those with heavy hearts by offering them His comfort. I. Those Who Mourn the Departed Can Find Comfort in Christ. II. Those Who Mourn their own Failure Can Find Comfort in Christ. III. Those Who Mourn the Oppressed Can Bring Comfort Thr

Living in the Father’s Favor: Call Me in the Mourning Intro: One could argue that nearly all adults and many children are in some stage of grief right now. I don’t know anyone who reaches adulthood without experiencing some level of loss or disappointment. Yes, we try to deal with it and move on, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Heaven

Contributed by Don Austin on Apr 24, 2004

Christian Encouragment

“Heaven” Revelation 21:1-5 This chapter gives us a bit of a preview of what heaven looks like. I never had a dream, or vision, or read it in the newspaper, I heard no voices or saw it on any Tele evangelists broadcast. I got saved about 24 years ago. I’ve not been perfect, many sins, many ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Sorrow Is Passing But Joy Is Permanent Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2023

The Bible is very honest about suffering in this world. It declares over and over that pain, sorrow and weeping will be a part of life. However, the good news is that it is passing and not permanent. The negatives pass away, but the positives will come to stay.

The Bible is very honest about suffering in this world. It declares over and over that pain, sorrow and weeping will be a part of life. However, the good news is that it is passing and not permanent. The negatives pass away, but the positives will come to stay. The ultimate goal of God for His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:5

Why Jesus Expects Us To Be More Like A Farmer Than A Bumblebee

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus equated the ministry of the His kingdom with farming in Mark 4:1-20 where He said, "The farmer sows the seed along the path, where the word is sown.

1. Jesus equated the ministry of the His kingdom with farming in Mark 4:1-20 where He said, "The farmer sows the seed along the path, where the word is sown. Satan comes and takes away the word that was sown in them. Others, like seed sown on rocky places, hear the word and at once receive it with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hilarious Giving Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 19, 2013

Looking at giving can be an exciting way for people to see in God's word that giving is a part of sowing and reaping. Seeing that generosity is more than money, and giving originates from the heart of God

Hilarious giving 2 Corinthians 9:6-9:15 Introduction- We are in our third week of the series “Lessons learned from Apostle Paul.” We have looked at the importance of (1 ) Unity in the body of Christ (2)The comfort ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Consequences Of Being Stingy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 12, 2024

The stingy person's money often flows away, like water from a clenched fist, only to be absorbed by others who know how to sow generosity and reap abundance.

In Luke 12:15, Jesus warns us, "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions." Yet, how often do we find ourselves holding tightly to our resources, unwilling to share or give? Let me tell you, stinginess is a sin that can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15