Sermons on Sympathizer:

Be Perfect Series

Contributed by Duncan Hamilton on May 2, 2016

A sermon inspired by the book For the Glory by Duncan Hamilton.

Text: Matthew 5:48 INTRODUCTION Eric Liddell (1902–45) is best known to most people as the gold medalist in the quarter-mile run at the 1924 Olympics, as portrayed in the popular filmChariots of Fire. Later, though, he would go on to become a missionary in China during one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48-49

Denomination: *other

Will You Be Missed? Acts 20:36-38

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 9, 2016

Adapted from a message by Pastor Jerry Shirley.

Will you be missed when you are gone? I’m not talking about missing a Sunday or two. If you left here today and never came back would anyone notice? World EBC notice? The Apostle Paul spent 3 years with the believers’ in Ephesus, and he and the members there grew very close. Paul’s leaving was a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Who He Is And Why It Matters

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 2, 2021

And the WORD became flesh and dwelt among us.

November 14, 2020 Of the 4 gospels John is the only one who almost exclusively points to Jesus’ divinity. • Matthew – Opens with the genealogy of Abraham • Mark – Opens with the story of John the Baptist • Luke – Opens with the birth of John the Baptist John begins his Letter in an unusual ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, Philippians 2:5-7, 1 John 1:1-3, John 20:31

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Are You Ready? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 29, 2019

Are we ready for the Coming Christ?

Are You Ready? Matthew 25:1-13 Introduction Our series is Surprise Endings. Just like many favorite movies and mysteries, Jesus’ parables often carried an element of surprise, a plot twist that we may not be ready for as we are reading. In the parable of the Workers in the Vineyard, all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Victory In Jesus Part 1: Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 8, 2019

Over the years I have paid little attention to Gethsemane other than it was where Jesus prayed before his arrest. However, Gethsemane is where the spiritual victory was won. If it had not been for what happened in Gethsemane, there might not have been a crucifixion or a resurrection.

1. Survey: 85% of Americans say they pray – some a lot, some little. In fact, 20% of self-proclaimed atheists and agnostics claim to pray. There is a source of strength in prayer. We want to take a look at the key place of prayer for Jesus, Gethsemane. 2. An Overview to Gethsemane a. Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way Of Escape From Temptation

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Aug 17, 2025

We all face temptation in this world. Paul gives us some encouragement in 1 Corinthians 10:13 of how to walk with Christ through our temptations and Escape from sin.

The Way of Escape From Temptation GOOD MORNING: This morning, we’re going to look mostly at one verse from our epistle lesson—1 Corinthians 10:13. It’s a verse that’s been special to me as it was the first verse I ever memorized at our RE Summer Camp in the early 1980s, and it’s been an anchor for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Anglican

The Love That Found Us First

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 13, 2026

Valentine’s Day magnifies a truth every human heart already knows: we were CREATED FOR LOVE, ACHE FOR LOVE, and are SHAPED BY THE LOVE WE PURSUE. However, the Bible’s definition of love—not a feeling, not a holiday, not a romance, but a revelation.

TAGLINE: GOD’S LOVE IS NOT A REACTION TO OUR GOODNESS - IT IS THE RESCUE OF OUR BROKENNESS. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: THE EMPTY CHAIR A hospice chaplain once told the story of an elderly man who kept an empty chair beside his bed. When asked why, the man said, “My daughter thinks it’s for visitors. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advent Of Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon explores the profound, active, and redeeming love of God as manifested in His actions, the birth of Jesus, and the mystery of incarnation.

Good morning, beloved family of God! I greet you with the joy and peace that comes from our Father above, who loves us with an unfathomable, unending love. It is this divine love that we are gathered here to marvel at, to thank God for, and to learn more about. To quote the great Christian ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 63:7-9

Topics: Love Of God, Baby

Shake It Off And Step Up!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 24, 2002

When life seems unfair and hopeless, use the story of the donkey, shake it off and step up!

SHAKE IT OFF By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Samuel 30:6 And David was greatly distressed; for the people spake of stoning him, because the soul of all the people was grieved, every man for his sons and for his daughters: BUT DAVID ENECOURAGED HIMSELF IN THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-3, 1 Samuel 30:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Vision Of The Son Of Man Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002

Week 3 in a Wednesday evening study in Revelation

WEEK 3 “Vision of the Son of Man” Date: May 29, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Revelation 1: 9-20 Introduction We continue our study of the book of Revelation this week in chapter 1 verses 9-20. Remember the word Revelation means a complete uncovering or unveiling. In the book of Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Heard The News?

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Dec 10, 2001

sermon on the annunciation

Have you heard the news? Luke 1:26-38 / Matthew 1:18-25 News – we have news channels all over the T.V. – CNN, MSNBC, CSPAN, NEWS8. We have papers galore – The Times, The Post, The Messenger and the Journal, the National Enquirer. You can even get news updates on your pager or your cell phone. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Quest For Comfort

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2001

This is a devotional written for a local Senior Citizen’s home.

A Quest for Comfort 2 Corinthians 1:3-5 September 2001 Senior Center Devotional Introduction I had to write to tell you how much I love you and care for you. Yesterday, I saw you walking and laughing with your friends; I hoped that soon you’d want me to walk along with you, too. So, I painted ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Dealing With Anger

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 12, 2001

Jesus expects us to control our temper

INTRODUCTION In verses 21-48 Jesus gives us six examples of how our righteousness can exceed that of the scribes and Pharisees. SERMON I. A LOOK AT THE 6TH COMMANDMENT. OLD EXPECTATIONS. v. 21 A. KJV. “By." Attacking the present interpretation of the 6th commandment. B. NASB. “To." Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:16-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Even Punishment Has A Loving Purpose. Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003

Like the Israelites, too often we grumble about our lot in life. May the Lord lead us to repentance...and thankfulness!

Lent IV Numbers 21:4-9 “Are we there yet? How much longer?” Anyone who has ever taken a long car journey with children has heard those questions. They are questions that stem from impatience, from boredom, and maybe even a little lack of trust that the driver really knows where they’re going. Now ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Graveside Service

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 5, 2003

Short service used for a graveside only funeral.

Funeral for Graveside Service Memorial Services are in reality for the living and on such occasions they serve a three-fold service! The First Purpose of a Memorial Service is to Remember the Deceased A. Obituary Reading The Second Purpose of a Memorial Service is to Comfort the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-27, 1 Corinthians 15:50, John 11:43-45

Denomination: Baptist