Sermons on Swallowed Up:

The True Meaning Of A Lenten Sacrifice

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Mar 9, 2019

Most people attempt to give something up for Lent. But is what we give up for Lent beneficial to us or to God?

This past Wednesday, the collective whole of the Christendom observed Ash Wednesday. A day in the church year when we are reminded of our mortality, but more importantly, reminded of our reliance on God, both for life in this world and for life in the next. This day is the mark of the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-17, Matthew 6:1-6, Matthew 6:16-21, Joel 2:1-2, Joel 2:12-17, 2 Corinthians 5:20-21, 2 Corinthians 6:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Lutheran

Single Is Safer

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 15, 2023

Ladies, if your Boaz never shows up it is OK to be single. Guys, if your Ruth never shows up it is OK.

This is primarily for the ladies, but much also applies to the men. Many young people are worried about the dating scene and marriage seems unattainable as they age. Some have said that if you are not married by forty, it is unlikely you will and for the ladies it means they will not have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:34, 1 Corinthians 7:39, 1 Corinthians 7:2, 1 Corinthians 7:26, Matthew 19:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Jews Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 23, 2004

A brief, simple, look at the place of the Jewish people in God’s plans

Jesus and the Jews. Matthew 8:1-13. WBC 1 Feb 2004 pm Looking at ‘the Words of Jesus’. Tonight- Jesus’ words about His people, the Jews, and their place in God’s plan 1. SPECIAL PEOPLE OT- seen as special and chosen people. Chosen and beloved on behalf of Abraham and because, of all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Our Conqueror

Contributed by Evelyn Newberry on Nov 9, 2000

Victorious Living in Christ

Our Conqueror Isa 63:1-6 1 Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah, with his garments stained crimson? Who is this, robed in splendor, striding forward in the greatness of his strength? "It is I, speaking in righteousness, mighty to save." 2 Why are your garments red, like those of one treading ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis 54 Series

Contributed by Tom Owen on Aug 11, 2009

verse-by-verse

The last time we were in the book of genesis we were listening to the last words of the great patriarch Jacob as he told his 12 sons what would become of them. [Read Genesis 49:28-33.] In a moment Jacob was gone. He had passed from this life to the next. For him it meant eternity with God and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sucession Planning In Ministry

Contributed by David Ibeleme on Apr 3, 2010

Outline the importance and the elements of succession planning

Succession Planning in Ministry Prov. 27:23ff; Eph. 4:11ff. Essence of Succession  Succession in ministry rests on the principles of Continuity and Progression.  It must be planned – it doesn’t just happen.  Success without a successor is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:23-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

O Grave Where Is Your Victory?

Contributed by Michael Grant on Sep 3, 2016

This is a sermon I use for funerals

Death is something we tend to think very little about and yet if the Lord tarries we will all go by the way of the grave.  Death carries for most people the fear of what happens next and there is only one source that reveals the truth about life after death and that source is the Bible, Gods ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:49-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Hope Of The Resurrection.

Contributed by Kevin Call on Jun 11, 2018

Is this physical Life all there is? Is there something more we can look forward to? Will we see our loved ones again that have passed away? Life makes perfect sense when we understand God's Plan of Salvation and the detailed examples Christ set while walk

Our Hope of the Resurrection -A Funeral Message of Hope- Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 1 Corinthians 15:19-26, 1 Corinthians 15:50-55, Revelation 21:1-5 So, today, we are here to honor George and we are to do it in a celebration of life. George was a very upbeat and positive person, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: *other

Love Does Not Envy

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on May 30, 2013

ENVY is called a “green-eyed-monster” and can be defined as a resentful emotion which "occurs when a person lacks another’s (perceived) superior quality, achievement or possession and wishes that the other lacked it." Oh, but God’s love overcomes all.

Quotes: “Envy is the art of counting the other fellow’s blessings instead of your own."- Harold Coffin “Envy, after all, comes from wanting something that isn’t yours. But grief comes from losing something you’ve already had.” ― Jodi Picoult "Never underestimate the power of jealousy and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Searching

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Aug 23, 2020

What are we searching for in this age of seclusion? Is it God/Jesus, or is it something else to fill our time?

Sermon- Searching outline - I noticed an article the other day that was asking if binge watching tv shows taking the place of Christ now. - I hadn’t really thought of it. Q- How much time do we spend with the Lord each day? Q- Is it less now, now that many are at home, or is it less? - ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Watch And Pray

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 21, 2020

Watch and pray, so that you will not fall into temptation. Watching excites prayer, for every enemy we see will move us to pray more earnestly. Moreover, watching is prayer. If there be true watching, the watching itself is prayer.

WATCH AND PRAY “Then He came to the disciples and found them sleeping, and said to Peter, "What! Could you not watch with me one hour? Watch and pray, lest you enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:40-41, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

To God Be The Glory Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jul 10, 2021

Power and glory belong only to God. He himself calls his Church, and rules, sanctifies and preserves it through his Word and his Spirit. Therefore, in return for the goodness bestowed upon us, we ought to thank and praise God, directing all our efforts to the recognition and glory of his name.

Our Prayers, Our Passions & Our Praise The position is that the end of all things is at hand. The miserable destruction of the nation foretold by our Saviour is now very near; consequently, the time of their persecution and our sufferings is but very short. The world itself will not continue ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Then Came Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the power and significance of Jesus Christ's resurrection, emphasizing its role as a testament to life, love, and hope overcoming death, hate, and despair.

Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy, a privilege, and an honor to stand before you today, not because of who I am, but because of who He is. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love and redemption. We are here to be touched, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-10

Topics: Easter

"He Has Risen, Just As He Said"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 26, 2005

A sermon for an Easter Sunrise Service.

Matthew 28:1-10 “He Has Risen, Just As He Said” By: Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Sometime very soon, Jeanne and I will have a new baby girl. And there will come a time when she is old enough that I will take her to her room, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Resurrecting Your Hope

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 1, 2003

The resurrection of the dead is one of the key foundations for the hope of those who believe in Jesus!

Resurrecting Your Hope 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Introduction In one of his lighter moments, Benjamin Franklin penned his own epitaph. He didn’t profess to be a born-again Christian, but it seems he must have been influenced by Paul’s teaching of the resurrection of the body. Here’s what he wrote: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

Denomination: Church Of God