Sermons on Thanksgiving Celebration:

When The Holidays Are Hard: Finding Peace When You Can't.

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 1, 2022

The holidays are often the happiest time of the year for many people.  It’s easy to forget that for many, the family gatherings, songs, and celebrations overlook the losses they have endured - and instead of being the happiest season of all, it becomes a hard time of year.

When The Holidays Are Hard: Finding Peace When You Can't Introduction The holidays are often the happiest time of the year for many people.  It’s easy to forget that for many, the family gatherings, songs, and celebrations overlook the losses they have endured - and instead of being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19, Philippians 3:12-14, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 30, 2025

It is very easy to allow the results or the answers of what God has done to become our focus, to bring us joy, or even to cause us to celebrate. But ... should they? Our challenge (even today) must be to focus on One who did the work to focus only on Jesus!

John, Part 17 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 John 4:43-54 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – thankful you are here today; dismiss children -- Continue series: “The Messiah’s Confirmation” (part 2 of 6 today) -- Series is to help us unpack teachings, miracles, & some incredible ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54, Mark 6:1-6, Philippians 2:9-11, John 3:30, Matthew 7:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Provision Of The Spirit. Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 23, 2008

Exactly what thirst does the Spirit satisfy?

On the last and greatest day of the Feast, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, "If anyone is thirsty, let him come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, streams of living water will flow from within him." By this he meant the Spirit... John 7:37-39 It’s ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, John 7:51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Factors For Your Life

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 29, 2025

This sermon addresses 7 key elements for successful Christian living. It was preached to Liberty Ministry College students to emphasize the essentials for Christian ministry. It is a good reminder for seasoned Christians of what must be nurtured in their lives to finish well.

In this chapel service, I want to share with you Seven Power Factors for a Successful Journey with the Lord. You already have a zeal for Christ, or you would not be attending this service today. How can you perpetuate that for the long run? What are the essentials for a fruitful ministry in the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66-67, Philippians 3:1-12, Galatians 5:16-17, Proverbs 3:5-6, 2 Corinthians 13:1-14, 1 Timothy 1:12, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-19, John 4:1-25, Job 42:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Attitude Of Gratitude Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 15, 2020

In these difficult days before Jesus comes, to encourage your church family to excel, appreciate your leaders, one another, God’s plan, and God’s Spirit at work in each other.

A loaded [SUV] pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four teenagers leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. A nearby camper watched ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-24, Romans 12:21, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why The Cost Makes All The Difference Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Mar 24, 2007

When things cost more for us, they mean more to us. Things make all the difference when we are changed, moved to laugh or cry, celebrated and sacrificed for. “Why The COST Makes All The Difference” explores the high cost Jesus paid and how we should respo

What Difference Does Easter Make? Easter/Lenten Series 2007. Sunday March 25th “Why The Cost Makes All The Difference” Do you have anything in your possession you wouldn’t give up, trade, or give away? Take a moment to write down an answer or two. If you were to arrive home and find it on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Methodist

The Shunemite's Delight

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Apr 28, 2007

Mother’s Day is celebrated in so many areas of the world today. Here is a story of a rich, lonely, barren, God fearing woman, who put God first and received a double blessing just because she refused to discard her faith when things went bad.

II KINGS 4: 8-37 THE SHUNEMITE’S DELIGHT I. HER DESCRIPTION: * A.Devotedness. B.Deportment. C.Despair II. HER DELIGHT: ** A. Disaster. B. Decision. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: Methodist

David: A Legacy Of Courage Series

Contributed by Mike Quinn on Jan 18, 2006

The story of David and Goliath, asking the question, "How do I deal with my fears when facing the giants of my life?" I listen to who God says I am, I celebrate what God has done in the past, and I remember the battle belongs to God.

Legacy David: A legacy of Courage 1 Samuel 17 Part Three Intro: Geographic and historic setting… 1 Sam 17:1-11 Now the Philistines gathered their forces for war and assembled at Socoh in Judah. They pitched camp at Ephes Dammim, between Socoh and Azekah. 2 Saul and the Israelites assembled and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

We celebrate a 2,000 year old Christian custom as old as Christianity. Jesus gave the church only two ordinances: Baptism and Lord’s Supper. The Lord's Supper originated with Jesus on the eve of His crucifixion. Paul taught truths to help us understand th

Intro: We celebrate a 2,000 year old Christian custom as old as Christianity. Jesus gave the church only two ordinances: Baptism and Lord’s Supper. The Lord's Supper originated with Jesus on the eve of His crucifixion (Matt. 26:26-28). Paul taught truths to help us understand the Lord's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: *other

The Construction Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 5, 2011

Today we finish our series on building our spiritual house and my hope is that next week we can celebrate our journey through this church year and go forward with a new commitment to living as true disciples of Jesus. Today we talk about the hardest part,

Today we finish our series on building our spiritual house and my hope is that next week we can celebrate our journey through this church year and go forward with a new commitment to living as true disciples of Jesus. Today we talk about the hardest part, the actual work and perseverance of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-30

Success Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jun 16, 2013

How do you define success? Different people define success in various ways. While one’s achievements along the five p’s may be celebrated in their lifetime, rarely do they lasts past them. What we need to evaluate is true success that

Success and Happiness 1 Kings 2:3, Joshua 1:1-9 How do you define success? Different people define success in various ways. Success to some is the accumulation of goods. To another, success may be academic achievement and post graduate degrees. And yet to another, success may be financial security ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Beating The After Christmas Blues

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 2, 2011

Even though Dec. 25 has come and gone, there is still a reason to celebrate and live life to the full! There is good news for us that is good news 365 days a year, 24/7! We are favored by God! He is for us not against us! And His love makes all the differ

Beating the After Christmas Blues Intro: Christmas can be such a whirlwind. There is shopping, wrapping, baking, cooking, parties to go to, family to see, Christmas programs, concerts, and who knows what else! Once it is all over and the tree and decorations all come down, some people can feel a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Into This World

Contributed by David Richardson on Jan 1, 2006

I must look to my inward parts and find His birth in me, for that is what is required to truly celebrate Christmas. Yes, I can rejoice and say, “Happy Birthday, Jesus.” but, I should rejoice more when I say, “Happy Birthday to Jesus in me.”

Message Title: “Into” this World Scripture: (1 John 5:4) For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Someone once said that, “If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent us an educator; If our greatest ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Your Father And Mother

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

Last Sunday was Mother's Day and in just a few weeks we'll celebrate Father's Day - which are days we set aside to honor our parents. But what does it really mean to honor our Father and Mother? A card...flowers...dinner out...a small gift...

YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER EXODUS 20:12 Last Sunday was Mother's Day and in just a few weeks we'll celebrate Father's Day - which are days we set aside to honor our parents. But what does it really mean to honor our Father and Mother? A card...flowers...dinner out...a small gift... What does ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Philadelphia: The Faithful Church Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Feb 7, 2021

Communion is a celebration of the One who opened what we could not open ourselves – the door of Heaven. He opened it on the cross and then He walked through the door of death and He waits for us on the other side where He will call us by our name and welcome us into His Temple.

Before I moved here, I was asked to preach at my very first appointment … Anthony United Methodist Church in Anthony, FL. I was their pastor from 1994 to the year 2000. They were kind. They were patient. They had to suffer through a lot of boring … and honestly … terrible sermons and I made a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Jeremiah 23:5-6, Revelation 1:5-7, Romans 8:18, Romans 8:35-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist