Sermons on Ten Thousand Talents:

Putting God First Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

The first in a series on the Ten Commandments building from a series done by Rick Warren. Presents the foundation for a good family and the formula for a good family.

INTRODUCTION Parrot story – A woman bought a parrot in a pet store. She wanted companionship, someone to talk with. The next day she brought the parrot back and said, “He won’t talk.” The store manager asked, “Does he have a mirror in his cage? Parrots love mirrors.” She bought a mirror and left. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"What's A Mother To Do?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 15, 2006

Good Mother’s Day message. Ten things things that Mary did that are good examples for us to follow in raising a godly child.

Title: “What’s a Mother to do?” Introduction: If you want to raise godly children, let me encourage you to follow the example of Mary! There are ten things for a mother to do... 1. A Mother who is a good cook. (Luke 2:40 KJV) And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have A Prosperous New Year

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

I would like to begin this important message telling you about the Top Ten Things you will not have to worry about this year.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. HOW TO HAVE A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR By James O. Davis Introduction: I would like to begin this important message telling you about the Top Ten ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Myths About Marriage

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 12, 2002

A Message to Single Adults. Nearly ten years of my ministry was spent ministering to the needs and hurts of Singles. This message came out of that ministry.

Myths About Marriage Psalm 127:1 Introduction What is a myth? - "A myth is viewed as an idea or ideal, based on a half truth, which presents a distorted picture of reality." Single adults when faced with rejection, loneliness, or sexual tensions, often find it easy to romanticize or fanaticize ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Mercy For The Lost - The True Story Of A Man Lost At Sea

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 11, 2014

Joe was alone in the Pacific ocean, ten miles from shore, without a life jacket, and worst of all, no one knew that he was overboard.

I’ve known Joe for twelve years. Joe and his brother Dan own an appliance repair business and have kept our home appliance working for many years. It was unusual for Joe to attend prayer meeting, so I commented to Dan how nice it was to see Joe out on a Wednesday night. "I guess you heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do I Believe About God? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 1, 2016

This is the first of ten messages built from Max Lucado's Believe series. Message one, deals with what I believe about God.

INTRODUCTION • SERMON VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • Imagine someone approached you and said they did not believe in Ford Motor Company. • I do not believe in Henry Ford; I never met him and do not think he ever existed. • What would you say? • Maye you would ask where Ford ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Theme: Step Out And Thank You (A Post Covid Message)

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on May 13, 2020

The ten lepers knew that their physical condition was hopeless. No doctor, no priest, no pastor, could help them, only God could cure their Leprosy.

Step Out and Thank You (a Post Covid Message) Text: Luke 17: 11-19 May 17, 2020 Introduction: In biblical times, leprosy was a terrible problem. The word was often used to describe a variety of skin diseases, but doctors believe most of the people suffered with what we now call ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make Preparation For The Journey

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Jun 1, 2013

There are ten things that God wants us to know in order for Him to prepare us for our journey and ultimate destination. These are found in Isaiah 55.

Make preparation for the journey There are ten things that God wants us to know in order for Him to prepare us for our journey and ultimate destination. These are found in Isaiah 55.   1. There is a call. Isaiah 55:1 - “Ho! Everyone who thirsts, Come to the waters; And you who have no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-12

Denomination: Charismatic

It's A Man's World Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 24, 2012

It may be a man's world but we need our happy wives in it. Ten steps to making sure that you have that happy wife.

My subject today can be very uncomfortable to us men. The subject is our roles as husbands and how we sometimes fail. Many of you today have been or are now divorced. I am included in that number of having a marriage that failed. Reality is that often a man can do all he can to save a marriage but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Foursquare

Awake And Prepare!

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 12, 2023

This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins.

Today, we gather to explore the profound wisdom hidden within the pages of the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 25, verses 1-13. This is a parable spoken by our Lord Jesus Christ, a story that holds timeless truths that resonate with the core of our faith. The Parable of the Ten Virgins. As we dive into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Don't Waste Your Potential

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Jul 9, 2012

We can find lessons from the life of Samson. This true to life story portray that power without character is misleading, talent without proper management is useless and ability without humility is destructive

DON'T WASTE YOUR POTENTIAL STEPS THAT LED TO SAMSON'S TRAGIC END In the dark and cold prison of the Philistine. We found a lonely, wounded, and blinded man praying...."Lord GOD, remember me. God, please give me strength one more time. Let me do this one thing to punish these Philistines for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Funeral Message For A Long-Time Believer

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 18, 2021

Let me ask you a question: if you were given a choice of going to Heaven today or waiting ten years, what would you choose? Your answer to this question tells a lot about what you think about Heaven. I think the majority of people would desire to wait ten years or more.

Bill is a sweet man who was a remarkably faithful husband. Like so many seniors of our day, medical science was able to extend the length of Bill’s life even though the quality of his life suffered. He hurt for the past seven plus years and wasn’t able to be a part of our church as he wanted to. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Parables 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 25, 2018

Message 4 of 5 exploring the parables of the kingdom

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Parables of the Kingdom” Part Four Review Through the summer we have examined some of the parables of Jesus. Parables are stories made up out of practical everyday happenings that graphically illustrate some spiritual truth vital for kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Grace: The Gift That Keeps On Forgiving Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 19, 2012

We love to talk about how God has forgiven us, but we sometimes choke on the idea of forgiving others.

INTRODUCTION People often speak about a certain kind of gift as a “gift that keeps on giving.” It’s used often, but do you know its origin? In 1924, Victor Talking Machines trademarked that phrase to promote the sale of their talking machines, later called phonographs. This was before cassettes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Abundant Supply

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jun 19, 2004

In the feeding of the five thousand we find three attitudes believers can have in regards to their situations. God wants to give an abundant supply - spiritual principles involved in receiving abundance.

ABUNDANT SUPPLY John 6:1-13 After these things Jesus went over the Sea of Galilee, which is the Sea of Tiberias. Then a great multitude followed Him, because they saw His signs which He performed on those who were diseased. And Jesus went up on the mountain, and there He sat with His disciples. Now ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational