Sermons on Sunday School Lesson June 15 2025:

Healing For The Wounded; Forgiveness For The Those Who Wound Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 8, 2013

An honest/mature Christian honestly evaluates him/herself & strives to do better. When we evaluate ourselves we tend to err in two directions: judge ourselves better than we are or worse than we are.

Bullying: Far From Harmless Healing for the Wounded; Forgiveness for the Those Who Wound 3/10/2013 Chester First Baptist Church, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: 13 Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth In The New Year 2025 Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 31, 2024

As believers, we embark on a fresh journey with each passing year, seeking spiritual growth, renewal, and a deeper connection with God.

As believers, we embark on a fresh journey with each passing year, seeking spiritual growth, renewal, and a deeper connection with God. Establishing biblical goals for our families and personal lives enables us to stay focused, committed, and faithful to our Heavenly Father. Family Goals 1. Unity ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1, Matthew 25:40

A Long Way To Go

Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Jan 12, 2005

Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem teaches us some important lessons about a life committed to God.

Today we celebrate what is commonly called Palm Sunday, which is interesting, because if you noticed, there was no mention of palms in the Mark reading. In fact, palms are only mentioned in the gospel of John. But early Christians quickly figured out that “Branches Cut from the Field” Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beyond Sunday (Love And Sunday Service) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 26, 2016

Beyond Sunday is about being a person who is after God’s own heart – a person who loves God first and foremost – who places their love relationship number one in their life – the person who does the One Thing – the greatest thing first with God/Jesus love

Beyond Sunday pt. 1 Introduction to Beyond Sunday Series: Our new series is designed and I believe inspired by the Holy Spirit to show how Christianity is not just about going to church on Sunday morning. It’s not about doing good works to get myself into heaven, like going to church every ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Happiest Days Of Your Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 22, 2021

It has often been suggested that: "Schooldays are the happiest days of your life."

Karen Salmansohn a Philadelphia born self-help book author and designer once remarked: “Choose to focus your time, energy and conversation around people who inspire you, support you and help you to grow into your happiest, strongest, wisest self.” Proverbs 16:16 states: “How much better to get ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 2:10, Proverbs 8:10

Weird Sunday Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 14, 2014

As followers of Christ we honor him by submitting to his absolute authority and bow before the sovereign rule of the Kinjg of grace.

Title: Weird Sunday Text: Matthew 21:1-11 Thesis: As followers of Christ we honor him by submitting to his absolute authority and bow to his sovereign rule in all things. Introduction Show YouTube Clip Marionettes: No More Wires! Direct TV Commercial I am with the guy whose response to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 1: Salutation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 28, 2018

“You did not choose me,” said Jesus, “but I chose you” (John 15:16). Here, right at the outset of the letter is the whole doctrine of grace. “A MAN IS NOT WHAT HE HAS MADE HIMSELF, BUT WHAT GOD HAS MADE HIM.”

1/18/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 1 Salutation (Colossians 1:1-2) Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2 (NIV) 1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, 2 To God’s holy people in Colossae, the faithful brothers and sisters{1] in Christ: Grace and peace to you from God our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To All Sinners (Second Sunday After Epiphany January 15, 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Feb 4, 2023

Imagine you are Matthew, the tax collector. You come from a Jewish background but you work for the enemy----the Roman Government. You have made a good living. But, ….

THE CALL TO ALL SINNERS Text: Matthew 9:9- 13 Matthew 9:9 - 13 As Jesus was walking along, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth; and he said to him, "Follow me." And he got up and followed him. 10  And as he sat at dinner in the house, many tax collectors ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is Your Legacy? (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 13, 2014

Are you preparing the next generation, for service to the Lord? Are you leaving a legacy of Christian service?

Psalm 71:17-18-O God, You have taught me from my youth; And to this day I declare Your wondrous works. Now also when I am old and grayheaded, O God, do not forsake me, Until I declare Your strength to this generation, Your power to everyone who is to come. You Have Taught Me-God taught David when ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Boy's & Girl's Hell In The Hall Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 8, 2013

Each of us have experience with bullying: either as the one wounded or the one doing the wounding.

Bullying: Far From Harmless March 3, 2013 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction A Each of us have experience with bullying: either as the one wounded or the one doing the wounding. 1 Maybe you’re there right now! a Someone is stabbing you with words, kicking you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:14

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

Why did people wave palm branches?

“The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: ‘Hosanna! Blessed [is] He who comes in the name of the Lord! The King of Israel!’ Then Jesus, when ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Takes Us To Obedience School Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 20, 2003

There are different ways to "encourage" obedience. As we study Christ’s Active and Passive Obedience, God teaches us obedience to the Law through the Gospel.

The Second Sunday of Easter I John 5:6a The philosophy for dog obedience training has changed quite a bit in the last few decades. It used to be that many dog obedience schools operated by teaching the dog, “you better obey me, because I’m your master. And if you don’t obey me, bad things will ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6

Denomination: Lutheran

Vision Sunday

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Aug 23, 2004

A sermon that casts vision for our church, and at the end I share our goals.

Vision Sunday Pastor Glenn Newton August 22, 2004 Jer. 29:11-13 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 20, 2011

How are we to understand and apply the events of Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem? Let's look at the background for Palm Sunday and then observe how we can be more like Jesus.

Today is traditionally known as Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Jesus was crucified, buried and raised. This day is celebrated as the day of Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. I hope you have a Bible handy and will follow along. We will look at several passages of scripture in our lesson. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 16, 2024

What important events surround Palm Sunday? Let's find out in Matthew 21.

Palm Sunday brings lessons on the purpose of church buildings, faith, heavenly versus human authority, following through after saying yes, and producing fruit. Let’s review them in Matthew 21. Palm Sunday Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of the failure of human ...read more

Denomination: Baptist