Sermons on Sparrows:

Love Reigns Over Our Future. Week 4.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 1, 2023

Worry is an all-consuming use of our time, energy and attention on things that we cannot control. We worry about our finances, we worry about our family, we worry about our job, we worry about getting sick, we worry about everything.

Love Reigns Over Our Future. Week 4. Matthew 6:25-34   Too many people are consumed with worry and anxiety about what tomorrow might hold. This fear can be paralyzing. As Christians, we believe that our loving heavenly Father is always looking out for us. Remember, If God takes care of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Psalm 37:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Happens When The Church Prays! Prayer Invites Divine Intervention Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 26, 2023

One of the most amazing privileges of believers is access to God through prayer. We all face trials and tribulations but praying will help us overcome. Why? Because a praying saint can lay down in trouble and wake up to a miracle. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.

Subject - Effective Fervent Prayer Invites Divine Intervention Scripture - Acts 12:5-11 “So Peter was kept in prison, but the church was earnestly praying to God for him. 6 The night before Herod was to bring him to trial, Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains, and sentries ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-11, Acts 12:12-25, Luke 18:1, Luke 21:36, Mark 11:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Miracles Of Jesus (Pt 6) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 15, 2025

A miracle is an unexpected outpouring of God’s power in an event that defies ordinary explanation, which occurs for the purpose of advancing God’s kingdom.

Today in part 6 of study of The Miracles of Jesus. We’ll be looking @ 4 miracles today. And as my grandfather used to say “we are getting down to the short rows now!” Body We’ll begin with: Jesus Feeding the 4k+ Found in Matthew 15:32-39 and Mark 8:1-8, This is the second recorded miracle of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:10-17

God Will Provide

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 30, 2003

Go ahead and trust him with the needs of your life - I didn’t say wants, the things that we think we need - but what do we really need. God will provide the right thing, at just the right place, at just the right time.

In view of life’s difficult circumstances many of us must wonder from time to time whether or not God really cares for us or not. All of us have had perplexing situations that we have had to deal with. All of us have had needs which we have earnestly prayed over. I want you to know this morning ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Mulley Grubs (Depression)

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Jan 2, 2002

Learn how to get away from depression and receive the joy that God wants us to have.

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN VISITING PREACHER: BROTHER BOBBY BRENDAL SERMON TITLE: THE MULLEY GRUBS (DEPRESSION) “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas - Love Divine

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 13, 2001

I wonder what Christmas means to the little man in Zimbabwe, 80 years old, living in a hut, who knows nothing of shopping malls or Christmas trees? What does Christmas mean to him?

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Slightly Revised: 2014) A. I wonder what Christmas means to a mother who has lost her husband, who must take care of 3 or 4 children, working every day, never quite getting everything done, never making ends meet? What does Christmas mean to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, 1 Corinthians 1:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Families Of Faith

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 5, 2002

This sermon tells what is necessary to have families that are pleasing to God.

Introduction The young preacher was shocked to hear the well-known evangelist utter the words; “Yes, I have spent some of the happiest moments of my life in the arms of another man’s wife.” Then, following a pause, the evangelist added, “That woman was my mother.” A few weeks later as the young ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Hates Series

Contributed by Darron Khan on May 30, 2002

This message was designed to direct the audience’s attention to one of the things Jesus hates most in man’s character - hypocrisy

What Jesus Hates? Part 2 in the series, The Journey To Jerusalem March 17, 2002 Last week we discussed “Who Matters To Jesus”. Despite how the world gives value to the attractive, outspoken & impressive people, Jesus seemed to have a different value system. As we watched Him move throughout Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:42-54, Matthew 23:29-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of Comfort

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

Isaiah spoke of an everlasting comfort that came from the everlasting Word of God, resulting in an everlasting strength.

The book of Isaiah is divided into two parts. The first 39 chapters deal with impending judgment, and the second part deals with forgiveness and deliverance. The first 39 chapters deal with sin, but the last 27 chapters deal with a Savior — 66 chapters in all. Many people see Isaiah as a small ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11, Isaiah 40:28-31, Isaiah 40:29-30

Denomination: Methodist

7 Ways To Love Your Mother

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 6, 2004

Love her verbally, physically, patiently, attentively, gratefully, generously, honorably. Link to Formatted Text and Powerpoint Presentation included.

7 Ways to Love Your Mother John 19:26-27 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html This sermon at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/7WaysLoveMother.html -------------------------------------- Mary witnessed the crucifixion from the foot ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, John 19:26

Denomination: Baptist

A Question About Peace Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 22, 2006

In the sermon on the mount Jesus tells his followers the secret of real peace comes from live a life free of worry. This is the 5th is a series Questions Jesus Asked

Introduction: FILM CLIP FROM CITY SLICKERS Life would be simple if we could discover the “one thing” in life we are suppose to be about. Unfortunately the worries of this life rob us from discovering the one thing! Worry is a strange creature, Worry is like a rocking chair. It gives you something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Just Believe

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 3, 2006

God will take care of our needs as we put our faith into action.

Scripture Reading: Mark 5:21-43 Message: “Just Believe” Text: As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, He said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not be afraid; only believe” (Mark 5:36). Introduction: Have you ever been in a position when you were afraid and felt that all was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Christian Church

"Don't You Know Haven't You Heard.”

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

Human strength will never be adequate for facing all of life’s challenges and difficulties. No matter who you are or how much will power you may have, you will always encounter situations in life that you just cannot manager by yourself.

BANNER OF PRAISE MINISTRIES Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder Sermon preached 31 May 2007 TEXT: Isaiah 40:28-31 “Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prophet, Priest, And King

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 28, 2007

Three offices in the Old Testament required anointing: prophet, priest, and king. A unique characteristic of the Christ, is that he fulfills all three offices at once. Only Jesus holds all three offices.

(Other Scripture passages) 1 Kings: 17:17-24 Galatians 1:11:24 Psalm 30 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Our readings today show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Practicing His Presence

Contributed by Robert Donato on Mar 2, 2007

Worship is a lifestyle, not just a Sunday activity. Practicing God’s presence 24/7 is vital to spiritual life and maturity

Practicing His Presence Psalm 84 Why do we go to church? Why do we worship God? The excuses and attitudes of people are interesting to say the least. Church, for some is pure drudgery, a boring necessity that must be endured. For others, church attendance is an obligation must like paying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene