Sermons on Thanksgivings:

"when Christmas Showed Up! Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

There is perhaps no other time of the year when we experience the diversity of emotions that we have at Christmas.

DEFEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES “When Christmas Showed Up!” John 11:1-44 There is perhaps no other time of the year when we experience the diversity of emotions that we have at Christmas. In just 10 short days we will once again celebrate Christmas and the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. 10 days. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

Happiness When Times Are Tough Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 13, 2020

When times get tough, don’t let stress create a rift between you and God or others.

Happiness When Times Are Tough Jeffery Anselmi / General INTRODUCTION • I believe one of the most difficult times to be happy is when times are stressful and tough. • Lord knows we are going through some tough and stressful times right now, and I hope it does not get worse. • We were told we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of A Musician PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Emphasizes the power of unity in worship, and how harmonious praise can invite the tangible presence of God's glory.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to be here with you today, to share in the fellowship of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. There is a certain warmth and comfort that comes from being in the presence of those who share our faith, our hopes, and our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 5:13-14

Topics: Power, One

The Voice Of Joy (A Joyful Hope)

Contributed by Cesar Datuin on Mar 15, 2022

How can we be full of joy and at the same time be hopeful when we are in the midst of pandemic and war? I always pray that we can find joy in times like this as we search for the true meaning of joy. Let us all find the voice of joy in our lives.

Good morning and we welcome everyone to our 1st Sunday for the month of March 2022 with a monthly theme “A Joyful Hope” with our theme verse found in Romans 12:12 Romans 12:12 NLT Rejoice in our confident hope. Be patient in trouble, and keep on praying. "Be joyful in hope." This means ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 13, 2023

Psalm 3, presents another side of the biblical picture of faith in which the neat, tidy, well ordered theology of Psalm 1 and 2 gives way to a theology that allows for the realities of life– realities that include struggle, injustice, abuse, doubt, fear, and the testing of our faith.

The Passionate Pursuit Of Effective Prayer. Psalm 13:1-6 Jenny and I left our house early to be with our parents for Thanksgiving, 1996. As we left I noticed our next door neighbor’s silver van was parked in his driveway. My neighbor and I had gotten close. I didn’t know that he was a different ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Discipline Of Celebration

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 9, 2023

Celebration should be a normal part of the Christian life. This sermon borrows heavily from Richard Foster's book "Celebration of Discipline."

The Discipline of Celebration “The Christian should be an alleluia from head to foot!” (Augustine of Hippo) Celebration: the action of marking one's pleasure at an important event or occasion by engaging in enjoyable, typically social, activity. Celebration is at the heart of God’s way of ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Visited His People Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 27, 2022

There was a long silence. Now God has visited them.This hymn has traditionally been named after the first word in the Latin: Benedictus, which means “Blessed.”

TText: Luke 1:67-80 Theme: Visited His people. Greetings: The Lord is Good! Live stories Visit of my Older daughter Shammah: after 4 years she is going to arrive, we are excited to see her and to listen to all stories of her life on the other side of the world. She had canceled thrice her visit ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-80

Denomination: Methodist

Thank You Lord For All You Done For Me

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jan 2, 2024

BECAUSE AS WE OPEN THIS TEXT UP FOR A MENTAL INVESTIGATION AND HAVE A THEOLOGICAL DIALOGUE WITH DAVID HE GIVES US 1- THE INVITATION TO PRAISE HIM 2- HOW WE SHOULD PRAISE HIM 3-WHY WE SHOULD PRAISE HIM 4- WHEN WE SHOULD PRAISE HIM 5- THE REASON FOR OUR PRAISE

Psalm 100:4 (KJV) 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD NOW IF YOU REALLY LOVE THE LORD WOULD YOU DO ME A FAVOR AND JUST WAVE YOUR HANDS IN THE AIR AND WAVE THEM LIKE YOU ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas: "Everyone Into His Own City..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Dec 15, 2004

Christmas must be our happiest time of the year. One 8 yr. old asked me, "Do you know which Reindeer has the cleanest antlers, Comet!" Kids and Christmas do go together, But, that’s not all, let’s see why!

Introduction Christmas and Kids. They do go together don’t they. Just the other day, one of our 8 yr olds at Church came up and boldly asked, "Do you now which Reindeer has the cleanest antlers, Comet!" We all look forward to this time of the year. However, it can be one of the most stressful & ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In The Lord

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 6, 2015

God must have trust in us to serve him.

Trust in the Lord Proverbs 3: 5 Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. 1. Be thankful Psalms 100: 4 Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About Intercession Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 2, 2021

What Does the Bible Say About Intercession

What Does the Bible Say About Intercession 1 Timothy 2:1 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people. Romans 8:26 Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What, Me Worry? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 21, 2011

In the midst of the storms of our lives, Jesus says there is something we must NOT do: worry. But I have a problem with that. I worry a lot. So, why shouldn’t I be anxious and worried when life throws so much at me?

OPEN: The old sea captain was quizzing a new crew member to see how he’d do at sea. “What steps would you take if a sudden storm came up on the starboard?” he asked the young man. “Well, sir,” said the crew member, I’d throw out an anchor, sir.” “What would you do if another storm sprang up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

What we do in one hour of corporate worship each week is to be a reflection of what we as individuals are doing the other 167 hours a week. In fact, God despises corporate worship if the worshipers have hearts that are not right with Him.

Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was introduced. The fans carried banners. They painted their fans and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:42-47, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Great Goodness Series

Contributed by Patrick Shealy on Dec 2, 2004

This sermon looks at God’s goodness to us and asks "how do we respond to his goodness?"

Series: The Book of Romans 11/21/2004 The Goodness of God Text: Romans 2:4-5 Introduction: How do you respond when someone asks you, “how are you doing?” Most of the time you probably give the common answer, “I’m doing fine.” We answer “fine” even if we really aren’t fine don’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Faith Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 10

THE SPIRIT OF FAITH (2 CORINTHIANS 4:7-18) The 92-year-old, petite, well-poised and proud lady, who is fully dressed each morning by eight o’clock, with her hair fashionably coifed and makeup perfectly applied, even though she is legally blind, moved to a nursing home today. Her husband of 70 years ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible