Sermons on Tender Mercies:

Christmas Through The Eyes Of A Quiet Carpenter Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020

What was Christmas like through the eyes of Joseph, the one whose fiancé became pregnant, and he wasn’t the father? Join us Sunday to look at Christmas through Joseph’s eyes and learn from the example of hi responses.

Christmas Through the Eyes of a Quiet Carpenter Series: Christmas Through Their Eyes Chuck Sligh December 22, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Good News Of Great Joy Part 2 Series

Contributed by William Bursztynski on Dec 18, 2018

The Messiah is finally coming. There are many different people that are affected by the announcement of His birth.

“Good News of Great Joy” Luke 1 part 2 In this first chapter, Luke tells us how God’s wonderful news came to different people and how they responded to it. You will discover four different responses. The first response was that of Unbelief. There was the Unbelief of a nation when we read that, ...read more

Countering A Divorce Culture

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 12, 2021

Today, we live in a divorce culture; a society without “commitment.” Consumerism causes people to always look for the next best model; and disposability and its take-and-toss attitude has translated into a mindset of divorce.

When asked on his fiftieth wedding anniversary about his rule for marital bliss and longevity, Henry Ford replied, “It’s just the same as in the automobile business, stick to one model.”(1) When he made this statement, Henry Ford was talking about commitment. I want to share a definition of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-5, 1 Corinthians 7:12-15, Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Our Friend

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 30, 2024

1. FAITHFUL FRIEND 2. FORGIVING FRIEND 3. FIGHTING FRIEND

JESUS OUR FRIEND OUTLINE 1. FAITHFUL FRIEND 2. FORGIVING FRIEND 3. FIGHTING FRIEND THE MESSAGE JESUS OUR FRIEND John 15 : 14 - 15 14 You are My friends if you do whatever I command you. 15 No longer do I call you servants, for a servant does not know what his master is doing; but I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:14-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

And Thou, Child...

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 20, 2001

Jesus Christ or Allah, or any other. There is only one true God.

December 23, 2001 Zechariah had spent nine months unable to speak. It happened because he had acted in unbelief. Nine months prior, an angel had appeared to Zechariah to tell him his prayers had been answered; his wife, Elisabeth, would bear him a son. The conversation went something like, Are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:76-79

Denomination: United Methodist

A Man Named John

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 6, 2001

A combination inductive and deductive message challenging people to determine what God wants their lives to mean.

Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living with Purpose/Mission/Meaning Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness challenging God’s people in my care to determine what God wants their lives to mean. Response: Individuals will ponder the meaning of their lives, asking, “What is God’s mission for my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-80, Luke 3:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Path To Peace And Comfort

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 12, 2004

A funeral message - Jesus tells of the peace he offers, the place he prepares, and the path to take.

As I talked with Glenda and Janice about their mother, Madge, one theme came up over and over – Madge’s love for people, most especially her family, and her hospitality brought people together. I heard of family gatherings at her house, her cooking, and her unshakeable positive outlook on life and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Balance Is The Key To Life

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Dec 1, 2006

As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it!

Introduction · As Christians, we must balance the Word of God with the promptings of the Holy Spirit. · When the Holy Spirit speaks to you, just do it! · In order to walk in the fullness of what God has for us, having a pure heart is very important. But just as important is balancing the Word and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doth Job Fear God For Nought?

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

Doth Job fear God for nought?

Job Ch 1 v 9 Satan answered the LORD, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought? 1. The Challenge Of The Question Doth Job fear God? The Reverential Fear of God, (a) The Requirement Of This Fear Deuteronomy 10:12 And now, Israel, what doth the LORD thy God require of thee, but to fear the LORD thy ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Rich In Deeds

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 15, 2022

Do you care?

RICH IN DEEDS (MATT 15:32-39) Jesus fed the crowd twice, one a crowd of 5,000 people, followed by a crowd of 4,000, from a bigger crowd to a smaller crowd. The conversation in the first desert experience was initiated by the disciples (Matt 14:15), while the conversation in the second experience ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:32-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Don't They Ever Say, "Hi, Dad"?

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 14, 2008

Father’s day message of 5 powerful "father" characteristics.

WHY DON’T THEY EVER SAY, “HI DAD”? Father’s Day June 15, 2998 Pastor Brian Matherlee THE TOP TEN THINGS YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR FATHER 10.When he was your age, kids had to walk six miles to school in the snow and rain . . . uphill both ways. 9. If he had acted like you, his father would have ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:19-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Our Attitude Means Everything Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Feb 21, 2008

The heart from which we pray is as important as what we pray.

Series: Stories from the Kingdom Text: Luke 18:9-14 Title: “Our Attitude Means Everything” I. The Two People (9-10) • Let’s forget everything we know or perceive when we think about a Pharisee and a tax collector. o We must try and understand how Jesus’ followers would have understood what He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Path Through The Deep Waters Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 9, 2025

This psalm is a lifeline for the doubting heart, showing that the way through the deep waters of despair is paved by remembering God's mighty acts of salvation.

Introduction: The Dark Night of the Soul There are times in our walk with God that are not filled with sunshine and easy praise. There are seasons of spiritual darkness, what some have called "the dark night of the soul." It's a time when God feels distant, our prayers feel like ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From Sighing To Singing

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 27, 2005

What Do I Do When I Am Discouraged - Lonely - Despondent - Helpless Unassisted - No One Cares - Desperate - Without Hope - Frustrated - Depressed

PS. 13 Sun. Mar.14/93 FROM SIGHING TO SINGING Discouraged - Lonely - Despondent - Helpless Unassisted - No One Cares - Desperate - Without Hope - Frustrated - Depressed - 14 million sq. km of desolation - a cold beyond imagination - high -45 C - a world almost ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Why Should We Praise The Lord?partii Series

Contributed by Bob Zinga on Aug 19, 2007

We should praise the lord because: • God is worthy of our praise for His mighty acts and for Who He is.

II- God is worthy of our praise Exodus 15:11 Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, doing wonders? Psalm 48:1 Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised in the city of our God, in the mountain of his holiness. Hebrews 3:3 For ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ