Sermons on Strengthen Families:

Back To School Advice For Families Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 9, 2021

I want to talk to you about the deadly sin of envy. We continue a seven-week series of sermons devoted to the Seven Deadly Sins.

Fights between brothers and sisters are common and often can be humorous. I collected a few stories that highlight just how funny sibling rivalry can be. One young girl with two brothers who were around ten years older than her, taught her the alphabet in this order, “A,B,C,D,R,F,K.” It wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-5, Numbers 12:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah In The Pits Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

Having defeated the prophets of Baal Elijah is exhausted and afraid but God strengthens him and sends him off to appoint Elisha to take over from him.

It must have been an overwhelming experience for Elijah on Mt Carmel mustn't it? In fact, to see the lightning fall from the sky and consume everything on the altar, after what was the simplest of prayers by Elijah, must have had an incredible impact not only on him but on everyone present. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

10 Commandments #1: The Foundation For A Strong Family Series

Contributed by Florita King on Jun 6, 2019

Your family will leave it’s imprint on you, whether good or bad, all your life you will be responding to their impact. That’s why it’s important that we build strong families. God wants us to take care of our families, to interact with them, but in a godly way.

THE FOUNDATION FOR A STRONG FAMILY - HAVE NO OTHER GODS Ten Commandments for Strong Families Sermon Series - Part 1 Exodus 20:2 We begin a new series today “The Ten Commandments For Strong Families.” Why is having a strong family important? Quotes about family: “The most important thing in the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6, 1 Timothy 5:8

Family Friendly Truth - Part 1

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 1, 2008

We know that God loves families, because He chose to be part of an earthly family, and His story can teach us a lot about our own families. God wants you to know the truth about: 1. Your concerns. 2. Your communication. 3. Your compassion. 4. Your commitment. 5. Your confidence.

Family Friendly Truth - Part 1 Luke 2:40-52 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 24, 2008 *It was a dream wedding. Hard to believe it was almost 30 years ago. On July 29, 1981, Britain’s Prince Charles married Lady Diana. 750 million people around the world watched on TV. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Whose Household? Series

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Oct 29, 2017

Jesus declares what constitutes his true family... those who do God's will... enabled through His cross-work for both Jew and Gentile

“The time has come,” Jesus said, “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (1:15) That was Jesus’ great announcement that is at the start of Mark’s gospel, at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. But what does the kingdom of God look like? What is its concrete ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Through Family Pt 2

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 7, 2019

We need to learn the keys to having a healthy biblical family if we want to fend off the attack of the enemy on our families. If we want to experience joy in the journey of life!

Find Joy Through Your Family! (pt2) Opening video: being intentional about building biblical families! Series: Find Joy in the Journey Thesis of series: Joy needs to be experienced in the journey of life! But Joy, like any other attitude, can come and go. It is not guaranteed simply because we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ohana Means Family And Family Means Nobody Gets Left Behind Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Apr 10, 2015

Jesus didn't just come back for "doubting Thomas" - first he came back for the other "doubting ten" when they did not believe Mary Magadalene. Jesus, the non anxious presence, doesn't leave anyone behind.

“The doors were locked for fear of the Jews” Bolt it. Double lock it. Put the chain on. Fasten the padlock. “The doors were locked for fear of the Jews” Let me share with you two stories that happened within two years of each other in the second decade of the Twentieth ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29, Luke 24:1-43, 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Anglican

The Holy Family Of Jesus, Mary, And Joseph: A Timeless Model For Modern Families Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 15, 2023

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life.

The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph: A Timeless Model for Modern Families The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph serves as a timeless example for families in the current era, offering insightful guidance and motivation for overcoming the challenges of modern life. The virtues of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Genesis 21:1-3, Luke 2:22-40, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Other

All Families Are Not Alike, Or Are They?

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 12, 2003

The sermon’s aim is to push persons to look at the concept of family and to assess where one is as it relates to family interaction.

All families are not alike or are they? (Genesis 37:1-4) During this time of year, families normally come together for family reunions and other family gatherings. And, on yesterday, Saturday, July 6, 2002, I had an opportunity to watch as did many of you a tennis match featuring the William ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Raising Godly Kids In An Ungodly World Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 4, 2002

This is the third of three messages in a series on family growth.

Growing A Godly Family Raising Godly Kids in an ungodly world 3 of 3 I. You’ve all heard of children fear unseen monsters in their room. (Under the bed, closet, etc.) A. The monster the prowls in our homes isn’t just under the bed. a. That monster is the devil and he wants ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Thicker Than Blood

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

A study in a love for parents

Introduction: Jesus Christ had returned home to Capernaum. Upon His arrival, a great crowd gathered which was so dense that no one could get through the doorways of the house where He was. The crowd interfered so badly that Christ and his disciples could not even eat bread. The friends or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your Wife Married To A Man Or A Manikin Series

Contributed by Michael Quicke on Mar 27, 2002

A real man HANGS OUT with SAVED friends. A man HUGS his wife lots. A man is HAPPY with his STUFF. He HOLDS his wife till "death-do-us-part."

The title today is a question every husband must answer: "IS YOUR WIFE MARRIED TO A MAN OR A MANIKIN? This “Dear Ann Landers” letter appeared in the newspaper from a wife: “My husband doesn’t talk to me. He just sits there night after night, reading the newspaper or looking at T.V. When I ask ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Baptist

This Group Must Somehow Form A Family

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Apr 2, 2002

This sermon explores ’family’ relationships through the Joseph’s reconciliation with his brothers. Because of his relationship with God, Joseph has decided to engage in his relationships differently.

Bibliography: Culture Shifts, Lesson 6 What we have before us is a very touching scene. This family has hurt one another incredibly. Joseph’s story is one of the rich time honored stories that has been retold many times in life of the church. In recent years, an animated film about Joseph’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

A Godly Couple

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 3, 2000

The godly example of Pricilla and Aquilla form a pattern for family life today.

A GODLY COUPLE A Pattern For Us All Eccl 4:9-12; Acts 18:1-3, 19, 24-26 1. The Benefits of a Good Marriage A. Mutual Effort · (Eccl 4:9) Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: B. Mutual Support · (Eccl 4:10) If one falls down, his friend can help him up. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Acts 18:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting By Pager

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

What do you do when there's not enough time to do everything?

Parenting by Pager What do you do when there's not enough time to do everything? Job 1:5 Have you ever tried to be two places at the same time? In many ways, technology is making that possible. Some parents are setting up a baby cam in the nursery so grandparents can log on the Internet and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5

Denomination: Baptist