Sermons on Talking Animals:

A Witness To The World

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 17, 2014

Today, I want to talk about a job that Jesus has given to every one of His children. On His last day on earth, and just before He ascended back to the Father, He gave us what we call the Great Commission.

10-13-05 Title: A Witness to the World Text: Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming the time. Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one. (Colossians 4:5-6, NKJV) Introduction I want to begin with a joke. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

He's Making A List

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Dec 16, 2013

We are told that Santa Claus is making a list and checking it twice,There is a more important list I want to talk to you about this morning. You may not be aware that God has a list. It is the most important list that can be found in HEAVEN or on EARTH.

TITLE: HE’S MAKING A LIST SCRIPTURE: REVELATION 20:15 You better watch out! Better not cry! Better not pout! I’m telling you why, Santa Claus is comin’ to town. He’s making a list and checking it twice. He’s going to find out who’s naughty and nice. Santa ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Never Leave Me Series

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Oct 15, 2013

Today many fathers have children that they have abandoned due to divorce or other situations. We always talk about the fathers who left; however, we don't celebrate the fathers who stayed. They stayed in spite of the situation they were facng.

The biggest crisis we have today is that children are not being raised by Fathers. Globally, one-quarter to one-third of all families are headed by single mothers. The United States has the highest. Where are the fathers? Due to this trend, I believe we have many boys and girls growing up ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To R-A-P When You Find Yourself In A Messy Situation

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 15, 2017

AND WHEN I SAY A MESSY SITUATION I`M TALKING ABOUT A TIME WHEN WE HAVE ALLOWED SIN TO MANIFEST ITSELF IN OUR LIVES AND HINDER OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD AND YOUR SIN CAN BE ONE THING AND MINES COULD BE ANOTHER

Psalm 51:1-6 (Living) O loving and kind God, have mercy. Have pity upon me and take away the awful stain of my transgressions. [2] Oh, wash me, cleanse me from this guilt. Let me be pure again. [3] For I admit my shameful deed--it haunts me day and night. [4] It is against you and you alone I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Many Dimensions Of Sin

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 16, 2019

We as Christians, tend to underrate sin. We give sin lip service and we talk about forgiveness like it is automatic and that forgiveness is owed to us. We tend to ignore the consequences of sin by saying we have been forgiven and it is all forgotten.

We as Christians, tend to underrate sin. We give sin lip service and we talk about forgiveness like it is automatic and that forgiveness is owed to us. We tend to ignore the consequences of sin by saying we have been forgiven and it is all forgotten. But, there is so much more. Listen, as we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Forgivable & Unforgivable Sin? Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Aug 13, 2018

Jesus talked about a sin that was unforgivable, or unpardonable. What is the unpardonable sin? Is it possible that a believer can commit it? Let's do some hard thinking about what Jesus said in Matthew 12:30-32 and what the book of Hebrews says.

The Paradoxical Sayings of Jesus: Forgivable & Unforgivable Sin? Matthew 12:30-32 This morning we consider another of Jesus' paradoxical statements: "Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven people, but blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven. 32 Whoever speaks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:30-32, Hebrews 6:1-7, Hebrews 3:12-15

Denomination: Bible Church

God Restores Elijah / Preparation

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 3, 2020

In this first-of-two talks we look at some of the initial things that helped Elijah recover from depression. They are things we can also do. They paved the way for God to address the root cause of the problem: Elijah's sense of failure.

INTRODUCTION We’re now onto the second talk in our series called ‘Bible Stories for Grown-Ups.’ In these talks we’re going back to some of the famous stories in the Old Testament which we may have heard as children, perhaps at home or at Sunday School. The idea is to take a fresh look at them as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Grace At Home -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 19, 2021

If you want God’s grace to transform your marriage, then submit to your wife; understand her; and value her so you can keep talking to God, because you’re going to need all the help you can get.

Mrs. Foster, a teacher at the grade-school in Auburn, Washington, had a frustrating day with one of her first-grade boys. “You've been doing irritating things all day today. These things are some of my pet peeves,” she said sternly. “Do you know what a pet peeve is?” The young boy shook his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, James 3:16, Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Birth Of A Church Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

I don’t know what you think of when you think of evangelism, but evangelism is reason powered by the Holy Spirit. Paul would consistently use the persuasive powers of reason as he talked to people about becoming a follower of Jesus Christ.

We begin a new series today. Our church celebrates its 125th year anniversary. We have some things planned for later this year. We also begin a new book: 1 Corinthians. Many of you may think it odd to begin journey of a book of the Bible and then focus on Acts. Yet, Luke tells us the beginnings of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Looking A Little Bit Crazy

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 4, 2021

To some outsiders, it must look a little bit crazy. Cause all you talk about is God and Church. Why are you always trying to invite me to church? What's up with all of these stage lights, bands and video screens?

Looking A Little Bit Crazy Mark 3:20-30 There was a photocopied sign that was posted inside a church office. It was one of those humorous slogans that people in different offices duplicate and pass among themselves. Most of us have seen this particular message, I suppose, but posted in a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preservation Of Truth Commanded Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Most Christians go their whole life and do not break some of the commandments, but it is not likely that anyone even gets through childhood without breaking this one. We talk so much about other people. We are all mini versions of the National Enquirer.

An unusual trial took place in London in 1670. The defendant was none other than the founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn. He was the leader of the Society Of Friends, known as the Quakers, and he was charged with inciting a riotous, seditious assembly. Parliament had made the Quakers an object ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Built To Last

Contributed by Gregory Newhouse on Dec 10, 2019

It does not matter if you are talking about the foundation of a physical building or the foundation upon which you have built your life, the principle is the same. The material upon which you lay your foundation will determine the strength of the structure that is built upon it.

Built to Last Matthew 7:25 “And the rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and slammed against that house; and yet it did not fall, for it had been founded on the rock.” On October 10, 2018, a category 4 hurricane named Michael made landfall near Mexico Beach Florida. Hurricane ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:25

Denomination: Baptist

The Upside Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 13, 2021

Casting, that’s what we’re talking about. I don't know if you realize this or not, we discovered last week that Jesus is an expert angler. He’s an amazing fisherman. He’s the best. The ultimate.

HOOKED Week 4 “The Upside of Temptation” Pastor Timothy Porter Text: James 1:2-5 1:14-17 Introduction: Casting, that’s what we’re talking about. I don't know if you realize this or not, we discovered last week that Jesus is an expert angler. He’s an amazing fisherman. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5, James 1:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Danger Of Judging Others Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Apr 17, 2024

This morning we are tackling an important topic that really permeates our culture. We hear about it on talk shows, we see ads during the election cycles, and social media is filled with it. The reality is that we live in a world that is looking and judging others.

Opener: Good morning Church ! We here this morning to celebrate our Lord! Today we are beginning a new 3 week series entitled Nuggets from the sermon on the mountain. This morning we are tackling an important topic that really permeates our culture. We hear about it on talk shows, we see ads ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, Romans 2:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prepared

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 10, 2022

I am not talking solely about Christ's return today. We should live our lives in such a way that every day people see Jesus in us. And then, when Christ returns, we’ll be unashamed before Him.

I want to start off today by naming a few random items. As I name these items, I want to know what do you think of as I name these things. A flashlight. A battery-operated radio. A cell phone charger. And bottled water. What do you think of? Usually when we gather items like these it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist