Sermons on Tenure:

"The Test Of His Courage"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 1, 2006

The Cross is the ultimate in Courage.

Matthew 20:17-19 “The Test of His Courage” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview united Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org There are, at least, two kinds of courage. There is the courage that is a kind of instinctive reaction… …it’s like a reflex action… …it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Is The Prophetic Generation?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 27, 2012

Samuel represented a new generation—a righteous priesthood to replace that which was profaned. He was an uncompromised, prophetic voice of courage used by God to call the people back to His ways. God is going to raise up a new, prophetic voice of courage,

Opening illustration: A. W. Tozer pastored in the city of Chicago for many years. On one occasion when a new minister arrived in Chicago, Tozer called him and described the difficulty and spiritual warfare involved in pastoring is such a city. He said, “If you ever want to pray with me, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Terrorism And Suffering, And The Hope Of The Gospel

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Apr 22, 2013

Terrorism and suffering are all around us in the United States, but we find peace and comfort in God’s presence, and the great hope in the Gospel of His Son.

BOSTON (AP) — The boy who was killed in the Boston Marathon bombings was remembered by neighbors Tuesday as a vivacious 8-year-old who loved to run and climb. Martin Richard was among the three people killed in the explosions Monday, according to U.S. Rep. Stephen Lynch, a friend of the family for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18

Denomination: Friends

The Church Under Pressure - Symrna Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 4, 2010

Afflicated and poor yet incredibly rich. The church would do well to look at what God calls rich and not hold to the world's opinion of riches. Even in the face of persecution, these Believers hold steadfast.

THE CHURCH UNDER PRESSURE – SMYRNA READING Rev 2:8-11 "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. 9 I know your afflictions and your poverty--yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Church Of God

For Mothers' Day

Contributed by David Mcnally on Mar 27, 2011

We are commanded to honour our fathers and our mothers. This is not an option. Jesus honoured his mother Mary, who is a wonderful role model for all mothers. The mother of Jesus experienced unhappiness on several occasions but she is 'blessed among women'

Exodus 20:12 SERMON – A word for Mothers’ Day I saw somewhere, ‘A Job Description for Mothers’. 1. This is a permanent job. 2. The successful applicant must be prepared to work hard. 3. The workplace is often a challenging and chaotic environment. 4. Applicants must ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe It Or Not Series

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 1, 2021

First in a series on Unlikely Heroes. Gives three essential characteristics of unlikely heroes.

INTRODUCTION Growing up I had my heroes. I had sports heroes. Basketball players like John Havlicek and Pete Maravich; baseball greats like Johnny Bench and Ken Griffey, Sr.; and football heroes like Larry Csonka and Bob Griese. I had Western heroes like John Wayne, Randolph Scott, Jimmy Stewart, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Significance Of A New Creation-16 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 31, 2016

Part B--vii-ix of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XVI—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. Attention: No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Ten Commandments

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 14, 2020

Ten Commandments

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS (EXODUS 20:1-17) Marvin and Tina were not a very religious couple but tried their best; they only went to church once a year. As they were leaving the church, the priest said, “Marvin, it sure would be nice to see you and Tina at Mass more than once a year” “I know,” replied ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Author Of Liberty

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Feb 7, 2025

Why do you suppose it is that people find it so difficult to understand that real freedom only comes when we obey God?

It’s a risky thing to mix politics and religion. It’s too easy to confuse the two. And if I remember correctly, one of the major bones of contention during my predecessor’s tenure was over that very thing: whether or not it was proper to have the American flag in the sanctuary. Many people do ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

More Is Expected Of Those Who Have More

Contributed by Lee Proctor on May 6, 2002

This sermon will teach that the level of understanding of the will of God a person has determines not only their joy in serving HIM, but also the severity of their discipline from HIM.

41. Then Peter said unto HIM, “Lord, speakest thou this parable unto us, or even to all?” 42. And the Lord said, “Who then is that faithful and wise steward, whom his lord shall make ruler over his household, to give them their portion of meat in due season? 43. Blessed is that servant whom his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:41-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Sower Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 26, 2004

Which type of soil is your faith planted in? For many I am afraid that they are not planted in the good soil.

“Parable of the Sower” Introduction It seems odd to me that all Christians respond differently to God’s Word. It is weird to me that we can all come to church and hear the same sermon and even sit in the same pew, but some take something away from it and others don’t. We all respond differently ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are All Divorcees Adulterers? (Mark 10:11-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 4, 2007

"Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her, and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery."

It seems like we’ve been covering most of my least favourite Bible passages of late, so perhaps I should have expected this one to come along - "Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her”. Another winner! And what a good passage to have on the day of a baptism! ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:11-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

An Offer To God

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 27, 2009

God does not want sanctimonious platitudes and feel-good ritual; He wants us, and our praise to Him needs to reflect true righteousness and thanksgiving.

An Offer to God Griffith Baptist Church – 3/29/09 P.M. Service Text: Psalm 50 Key verse: Psalms 50:23 – Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I show the salvation of God. Premise: God does not want sanctimonious platitudes and feel-good ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Pews And People -- Churches And Steeples. Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 31, 2012

A topical message. How we define church will determine what we cherish and what we are able to let go. The right definition will free us; the wrong definition will enslave us. Aimed at churches who exist to "keep the doors open."

Introduction Do you remember this finger play? Here’s the Church, Here’s the steeple, Open the doors to see all the people In years gone by, this finger play was a tool that teachers used to teach children the importance of attending church? I certainly believe that it holds value for this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Let Me Remind You To Remember Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 4, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of walking with Jesus.

Let Me Remind You To Remember II Peter 1:8-15 Someone has said "The only thing faster than the speed of thought is the speed of forgetfulness." Many of us would agree that this is certainly true. For the most part, forgetfulness is insignificant. But there are times when we forget ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist