Sermons on Taking Advantage Of Every Opportunity:

Can You Hear Me Now? Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jul 17, 2010

Are we really open to God, cna we hear his voice.

Last week we looked at the Jeremiah scripture where Jeremiah was instructed to go watch a potter at work and he would receive a word from God for the people of Israel there. The scripture describes the potter as being in control. His has the power and more importantly a vision for what is good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:32-34, Mark 7:34

Denomination: Congregational

What Do I Have To Offer God

Contributed by Matthew Davaughn Cox on Mar 18, 2013

Gen. 4:1-6

I. Today's message is on Cain and Abel a. Coming from the book of Genesis b. Focusing on the 4th chapter c. Zooming in on verses 1-6 II. Who was Cain a. Cain was a tiller of the ground b. He was also the one who killed his brother Abel c. Cain's offering did not find favor with God because he did ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-6

Denomination: *other

They Could Have Had Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 29, 2018

Frequently we settle for less, missing out on God's best. Nazareth could have had Jesus, but they rejected Him and missed the healing and deliverance they could have had.

THEY COULD HAVE HAD JESUS Mark 6:1-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a man who asked his pastor, “My grandmother dips snuff. Can she go to heaven if she dips snuff?” 2. The pastor replied, “Yes, your grandmother can go to heaven if she dips snuff. But, she’ll have to go to hell if she ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What's Your Response To Jesus?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 30, 2021

Next in series on John. Examines the options we have in responding to Jesus.

John 11 (2) Last week we studied the resurrection of Lazarus. What a fantastic miracle that was. Can you imagine? Can you imagine someone who has been dead for 4 days, being raised from the dead? Can you imagine being one of the mourners at Mary and Martha’s house? Can you imagine being there, ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring The Lord's Church In Every City

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 13, 2008

This booklet covers some matters of radically biblical church polity and leadership. This is good for training or retraining leaders who have a heart to serve.

RESTORING THE LORD’S CHURCH IN EACH CITY Pastor Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION God has been dealing with many people over the course of many years with the theme of New Testament Order for the Church. In the Bible we see clearly that the first ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rapture: Taking A Closer Look

Contributed by Chris Workman on Jun 20, 2001

An exposition of the two primary texts from which the doctrine of the rapture is drawn, distinguishing what the Bible actually says from common ideas.

The rapture is an intriguing subject and at the forefront of much Christian thought. What is it? This is the teaching that the church will be "caught up" or raptured in the clouds with Jesus and the resurrected believers and be with the Lord forever. That much is taught very plainly in 1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-41, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If The Moon Listened To Every Howling Dog?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2006

What would happen if the moon listened to every howling dog? How will we handle criticism? Critism is neither good or bad, it is how we handle it that matters?

IF THE MOON LISTENED TO EVERY HOWLING DOG? HOW WILL I HANDLE CRITICAL SPIRITS AND WORDS OF NEGATIVE CRITICISM? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THIS IS A TWO PART LESSON. Illustration: I have this little thermometer, it is cheap, it is clamped to the measuring chart behind it. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Take To Heart God's Frustration

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 4, 2008

Take to Heart God’s Frustration 1) Over those who are careless 2) Over those who care less

Three years ago the ABC reality show “Extreme Makeover” and local volunteers demolished an old home in Lake City, Georgia just outside of Atlanta. In six days they replaced it with a mini-mansion while its owners were having fun at Disneyland. When Milton and Patricia Harper returned from Mickey’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Every Shut Eye Ain't Sleep, Every Goodbye Ain't Gone

Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on May 3, 2007

A eulogy for a woman who died, who had several physical challenges, but was raised in the church and knew the Lord. The sermon can be easily adapted to fit any person who dies in Christ.

Text: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 51 Behold, I shew you a mystery; We shall not all sleep, but we shall all be changed, 52 In a moment, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trump: for the trumpet shall sound, and the dead shall be raised incorruptible, and we shall be changed. 53 For this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart For Soul

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

Christians have a duty to evangelise. Every divine encounter is a divine opportunity.

A HEART FOR SOUL ACTS 9:3-4 As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” Talking of divine appointments? Many Christians are not good at utilizing the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Love The Lord

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Apr 16, 2005

As Christians we cease every opportunity to display our love for the Lord.

"I Love the Lord" Reverend Antonio L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church Introduction: I. Real Christian faith lies, not in outward Christian observances but in the reality of inward religious experience. a. It is not enough just to have a church home and go to church, but the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Let's Just Cut The Ears Off?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 10, 2025

Mothers' day? Father's day? Life in general needs something few accept. Is there a difference in hearing and listening. Let's just cut off the ear? Many spiritual problems are birthed because we tend to not listen. DO WE LISTEN TO GOD AND PEOPLE?

LET’S CHOP OFF THE EAR? GOT YOUR EARS ON? HALF AN EAR? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@a0l.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *LET US BEGIN WITH A QUESTION: IS THERE A DIFFERENCE IN HEARING AND LISTENING? Life is about choices. *THERE ARE 3 BONES COLLECTIVELY ARE KNOWN AS OSSICLES = 1. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:15, Proverbs 8:34, Deuteronomy 11:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Focusing On God's Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 28, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to combat Biblical illiteracy, center their worship around God's Word, and deepen their relationship with God through understanding and applying Scripture.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not just as individuals, but as a community bound by the unbreakable thread of faith. As we gather here today, we are reminded of the timeless words of Charles Spurgeon who once said, "Visit many good books, but live ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Topics: Taking God's Word Seriously

Thanksgiving Makes A Difference.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2024

Will we listen? Listening can make a difference. Heed the message.

THANKSGIVING MAKES THE DIFFERENCE. VS CHAOS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) JENNY THE ASCOT CAT WAS THE “TITANIC CAT” THAT FORESAW THE UNSINKABLE TITANIC. The Titanic was leaving England for New York. Jenny was on the Titanic to help fight ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22, Matthew 11:15, Proverbs 20:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Placebo Faith

Contributed by David Hodgin on Jun 9, 2009

People are impressionable and the world takes advantage of that, trying to mold our minds and conform our thoughts to align with theirs.

A young teacher with obvious liberal tendencies explains to her class of small children that she is an atheist. She asks her class if they are atheists too. Not really knowing what atheism is but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode into the air like fleshy fireworks. There is, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31