Sermons on Teenagers:

Radical Hospitality

Contributed by Mari Larson on Feb 19, 2017

Launching from Jesus' call to love our enemies and be perfect, this sermon speaks of love and welcoming.

In 1979, Tim Hansel published a book entitled "When I Relax I feel Guilty". Included in the book is this raw and provocative tidbit. "I would like to buy three dollars’ worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Lutheran

Bend Gods Ear And Make Him Smile

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 5, 2016

A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song - So, when you bend Gods ear what would you say?

Scripture reading He was a priest, she was barren and the angel said unto Zacharias, thy wife Elisabeth shall bear thee a son, and thou shalt call his name John. Luke 1:13 The angel appeared to Mary, and promised her a child, 34 and said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:18, Psalm 37:11, John 3:16, John 3:16-17, John 1:1, Jeremiah 3:33, 2 Corinthians 29:11, James 4:8, Romans 13:10, Psalm 33:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No One Likes An Exaggerating God Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Apr 15, 2014

There are some passages that seem to suggest that God might be stretching the truth with some of His promises, but the reality is the God of the Bible does not lie.

Background: • Our difficult verse is found in Psalms 37:25 – “I have been young and now I am old, Yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken or his descendants begging bread.” Is it true that no Christians (God’s children) have ever been hungry enough ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-40

Denomination: Baptist

Get Up And Bar The Door

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

a 20th Century Poem that gave me insight.

Get Up And Bar The Door Matthew 6:5 “And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. 6 But you, when you pray, go into your ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Tale Of Two Mothers: A Mother's Day Sermon

Contributed by Daniel King, D. Min. on May 21, 2018

Eve was the mother of humankind and her disobedience to God allowed sin to enter the world. Mary was the mother of God and her obedience to God allowed salvation to enter the world. On Mother's Day, what can we learn from these two mothers?

The first mother I want to introduce you to is Eve, the “mother of all humankind.” In the beginning of time, God created Adam and Eve and placed them in a beautiful garden. He gave them the entire garden as their own, except for the fruit of two trees in the middle of the garden. The Serpent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Charismatic

Arrogance Of Power

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 15, 2018

Avoiding pursuit of wrongful desires. Greed is of the devil

Weekend Message/Devotion July 15, 2018 Mark 6:14-29 Arrogance of Power This week’s gospel reading brings us Mark’s account of the beheading of John the Baptist. It reads almost as a broadway play or operetta. The major characters in the reading are John the Baptist, Herod Antipas (called here ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slaves On Horseback

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Aug 11, 2018

God is in the business of turn lives around

Today, the Lord gives me an opportunity to tell you the story of some people who began one way but ended another way. By the time you understand the stories, your spirit will be lifted and you will appreciate the fact that, when God turns the wheel around for a person, situations change for the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

4 Things About The Rest Of Your Life

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Oct 4, 2018

A look at the life of Caleb and God's plan for our lives.

4 Things God Wants You to Know About the Rest of Your Life Joshua 14:7-12 Introduction At first glance, this story doesn’t seem too remarkable. But when you know the story behind the story, it is incredible. It actually begins 45 years earlier when Moses was still alive and leading the people … ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Without Ethics Is Worse Than Dead Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2010

False teachers are reckless and do not fear the consequences of their behavior. For some, ethics mean nothing to them.

Faith Without Ethics Is Worse Than Dead (2 Peter 2:13-16) 1. As Christians, we have to balance many truths. On the one hand, we are all sinners and need to learn to forgive others and move on. On the other hand, we need to hold our leaders to godly standards and sound doctrine and must safeguard ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Different Expectations Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 13, 2010

Jesus didn't fit John's idea of what the Messiah would be like. Jesus stressed love rather than judgment. Jesus moves in surprising ways and communicates God's grace in unexpected situations.

Matthew 11:2-11 “Different Expectations” INTRODUCTION The family gathers around the newborn’s bassinette. They marvel at this squirming gift of life, and give thanks for health and wholeness. As they gaze upon the baby’s features they wonder what the child will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Have You Ever Felt Forgotten? Series

Contributed by Jeff Krist on Apr 7, 2015

Have you ever felt FORGOTTEN? Joseph did, but he never stopped doing what God wanted him to do. He never just played it safe life so many people do.

A. WHO’S AVERAGE JOE 1. I don’t “I HAVE TO FIT IN THE CROWD - THING”” 2. Or “I have a certain “STATUS” I have to MAINTAIN” B. Are you comfortable in your own skin 1. Your not trying to measure up to what people want 2. But all you care ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Christmas Yes

Contributed by Carlos Franco on Dec 9, 2014

This sermon stresses the benefits and purpose of saying yes to God. Yes is truly the best gift we can give to God.

Introduction There are "yes" folks and there are "no" folks in the world; there are folks that respond yes to every favor asked of them and there are those that respond no. Both extremes are not healthy- if we yes everything that comes along are way then we overcommit causing us to become stress ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Find God's Will For Your Life? Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 10, 2016

Learn how to find God's will for your life.

Hearing God’s Voice - 4 “How to Find God's Will For Your Life?” John 7:17 We have been on the subject of “Hearing God’s Voice” for a few weeks now. The first part of this message is directed towards young people and the rest is directed towards all of us. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Birthmark Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 23, 2022

Can a person experience God's mercy and not share it with others?

The essence of being a Christian and walking after Jesus, is my reaction to what He is and my response to what He has done. Therefore, if I want to know what I should do as a Christian, then I don’t look at Christians. I look to Him. The heart of Christianity is my reaction to what He is and what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Was Angry With Me

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 25, 2020

You know what, the common phrase that we hear today is ‘why is God angry with us’ but here we see Moses confessing ‘the Lord was angry with me.’ Amen.

The Lord was angry with me Deuteronomy 3:26"But the LORD was angry with me on your account, and would not listen to me; and the LORD said to me, 'Enough! Speak to Me no more of this matter.” You know what, the common phrase that we hear today is ‘why is God angry with us’ but here we see ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:26

Denomination: Pentecostal