Sermons on Strength In Weakness:

The Problem With ‘what’s Best For Me’

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 19, 2018

A look at God's call to be concerned for the vulnerable.

Our Starting Point: “What’s best for me?” - We usually end up with a self-centered mentality. We look out for ourselves. And that is certainly encouraged within our society. We are a “winner-take-all” place where everyone looks out for themselves. - What responsibility do we have to those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

God Cares For The Little Guy

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 25, 2018

Have you ever felt like you were unimportant? How do we treat those weak in the faith, the little ones?

Have you ever felt like you were unimportant? How do we treat those weak in the faith, the little ones? Let’s understand Jesus’ attitude towards believers whose faith is still small in Mark 9:38-50. Do Not Hinder Mark 9:38-39 John said to Him, “Teacher, we saw someone casting out demons in Your ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Baptist

When Matters Matter Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 25, 2014

In matters of opinion the solution comes down to who will be more like Jesus.

1. Die Heretic A man said: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump off. I immediately ran over and said, "Stop! Don't jump!" "Why shouldn't I?" he said. I said, "Well, there's so much to live for!" "Like what?" "Well ... are you religious or ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compost Your Fig Tree Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 18, 2021

If our fig tree isn’t bearing fruit, it’s time to dig around it and apply some good compost. Both are important, essential actions.

Third Sunday in Lent The brilliance of Jesus the preacher can be seen in today’s story, unique to St. Luke, about how He handled some local gossip. Pontius Pilate, the Roman boss of Judea, ruled as a tyrant. On this occasion, it appears he broke up a revolutionary plot right in the area of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, 1 Corinthians 10:1-12, Psalm 103:1-11, Exodus 3:1-15, Genesis 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

A Healthy Body, A Dying Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

This sermon is a call to examine the true state of your inner man. A healthy body without a healthy spirit is a dangerous deception.

A HEALTHY BODY, A DYING SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 4:8, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Matthew 23:27-28, Romans 8:6, Proverbs 4:23 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, physical health and external appearances are often given the utmost priority. People ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Realities Of Lack Of Spiritual Foundation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 20, 2025

The foundation of any structure determines its stability and durability. This truth also applies to our spiritual lives. Many Christians appear strong on the surface but have no rooted foundation in Christ.

THE REALITIES OF LACK OF SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION: The foundation of any structure determines its stability and durability. This truth also applies to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Understanding The Characteristics Of The Natural Man

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 12, 2025

In the sight of God, the natural man is spiritually dead, regardless of his social status, education, or achievements.

UNDERSTANDING THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE NATURAL MAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 2:14 "But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Connect With The Christ Of The Church Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Sep 16, 2006

Our strength for continued obedience begins in being connected to Christ.

Grow a Disciple Building Church Part Two: Connect to the Christ of the Church Introduction: Jesus is the Christ, the Sovereign Lord of His Church. He reigns among Her with absolute power and control. He is the Chief Shepherd of His flock, the church. (1 Peter 5:4) He is the only Master and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Everlasting King Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE LORD REIGNS FOREVER IN MAJESTY AND STRENGTH

BIG IDEA: THE LORD REIGNS FOREVER IN MAJESTY AND STRENGTH I. THE EXCELLENCY OF THE ROYAL GARMENTS A. Clothed in MAJESTY B. Girded with STRENGTH II. THE EXTENT OF THE ROYAL REIGN A. Forever B. Over All III. THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE ROYAL SUPERIORITY A. "the world is firmly established, it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 93:1-5, Psalm 110:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Possessing The Promise

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jun 7, 2006

Move forward in God’s strength.

POSSESSING THE PROMISE Joshua 1.1-18 S: Vision, Leadership and Change C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: MOVE FORWARD IN GOD’S STRENGTH. Type: Inductive I. POSSESSION (1-4) II. PRESENCE (5-9) III. PREPARATION (10-18) PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be a people ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

From Lent - To Spent - To Sent! (Are We Spent?)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Apr 11, 2008

Homer: "Mmmmmm, strength in Christ... *drooooooooooooooooool*"

Luke 24:13-35 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Source Of Perseverance Series

Contributed by Kevin Evans Tay on Aug 8, 2020

Find Strength to persevere in this midst of trials

THE SOURCE OF PERSEVERANCE 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 By Pastor Kevin Evans Tay Intro: • This week I felt like I was drawn to this passage as I prepare for today’s sharing. • If you have your bible, turn to 2 Corinthians 4. I’m going to read to you verse 8-9. • I felt like this is the word for this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Mary Christmas!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 23, 2017

A look at Mary's faith, belief and strength.

Mary Christmas December 24, 2017 Luke 1:28-45 Sometimes it’s not easy to have faith. Have you ever been there? You wonder where God is in the midst of your pain. It can be a job loss, a death, a relationship ends, a bad grade on a final exam, sickness . . . we could go on and on with reasons to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-45

Denomination: Baptist

In You Lord I Take Refuse

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 4, 2021

In you Lord is my safety and strength.

In you Lord I take refuge Psalm 31 Good Morning church! Good… Morning has an exciting ring to it! Moorrrrnnning…not so much. Good morning- those two words of acknowledgement given a person when you run into them and you don’t know what else to say to them. Right? Your in an elevator, you make ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Bible - Why Bother? #1 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 1, 2019

Can I be a Christian without the Bible? The answer: Yes – a weak, confused, distracted and disillusioned one.

As I reflect on my journey of becoming a Christian, my story would not be complete if I did not share a funny story which came during the initial phase of coming back into community. It was about 15 years ago. We had just come back to church and my wife decided to write on one of the connect cards, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational