Sermons on The Communion:

A Cup Of Cold Water

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 29, 2017

How important is it to be a welcoming church? How thankful are we for those who receive us?

Intro How important is it to be a welcoming church? How thankful are we for those who receive us? How do we receive Gospel preachers, each other, and newcomers? Purpose Let’s become more welcoming. Plan We will look at Matthew 10:40-42 and hospitality. 2 Kings 4:8-17 The Shunammite ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-17, Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Insomnia Psalm Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 4, 2016

How can we cope when God lets things go on in our lives that are heart-rending — and it feels like He shows no interest in our plight?

The Insomnia Psalm (Psalm 77) 1. Comedian W.C. Fields once offered a cure for insomnia: get lots of sleep! “One of my favorite sleep deprived stories describes a woman in her late 40’s who had a surprise new baby and was back in the newborn haze. She was running through Old Navy for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Shew Us Thy Glory

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

Do you desire to see God?

Shew Us Thy Glory Exodus 33: 12-18 Glory belongs to God (Isaiah 42:8) As light to the sun; water to the sea; heat to the desert; cold to the arctic; clouds to the sky; and stars to the night sky. In the Old Testament God's glory was likened to: Shekinah Glory Fire by night Cloud by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Disrupted Plans And God's Plan

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 18, 2017

God exists. I am not God; you are not God.

25th Sunday in Course 2017 God’s thoughts are not our thoughts, and God’s ways are not our ways. That’s the original version of a famous saying, popularized by the fictional Father Cavenaugh in Rudy almost a quarter century ago. The movie priest was counseling a depressed Rudy, “in thirty-five ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9

Denomination: Catholic

Queen Esther Sermon V: Courageous Act Of Risking One's Life Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength act in good faith in their dealings with everyone concerned about a bad situation, but doing the right thing can be risky and may require summoning courage to rise with danger.

ESTHER: COURAGEOUS ACT OF RISKING HER LIFE “Heavy, heavy hangs over thy head. What shall the owner do to redeem the forfeit?” Did you ever play a game of “forfeits” in which participants put personal belongings in a pile, a designated “judge” would ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Following Jesus: Following Joy Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 19, 2020

No matter what we are enduring at the moment, Jesus can bring a certain joy to our lives that circumstances cannot steal from us. Joy that comes from following Jesus is our constant companion, it is a gift from Him to our hearts.

Following Jesus: Following Joy John 15:9-14 Introduction Some people believe that Joy is in short supply in our world. That’s not hard to believe, given the events of the past few months and the pandemic we are enduring day by day. The anger and unrest that rumbles beneath the surface, and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary's Leap Of Faith

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 21, 2020

When Gabriel announced God's plan to Mary, she stood at the crossroads of Fear and Faith. Mary's response is a witness of her faith that in God all things are possible

December 20, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 1:26-38 Mary’s Leap of Faith Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. It was just about 9 months ago that our lives changed with COVID-19. Our last Sunday for gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Lutheran

1 Timothy 6 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 14, 2021

Instructions to Those Who Minister

1 All who are under the yoke as slaves are to regard their own masters as worthy of all honor so that the name of God and our doctrine will not be spoken against. 2 Those who have believers as their masters must not be disrespectful to them because they are brethren, but must serve them all the ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Led To The Lord

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 18, 2021

"One lighted torch leads to another." From the beginning of Jesus' ministry to the present times, the gospel of Jesus Christ has been passed down from person to person through a simple invitation, "come and see."

January 17, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 1:43-51 Led to the Lord Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “One lighted torch serves to light another.” Swiss Theologian Frederick Godet used this image to describe ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

A Shepherd And A Promise - 10 Of 14 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Jan 28, 2021

Jesus says, "I AM the Good Shepherd." "I lay down my life for my sheep. No one can pluck them out of my hands."

May 3, 1998 John 10:11-33; Psalm 23 Our Faith is about: David says "The LORD is my shepherd . . ." Jesus says, "I AM the Good Shepherd." "I lay down my life for my sheep. No one can pluck them out of my hands." Such a PERSONAL thing! "MY" shepherd! Our ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Alert And Always Praying

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 4, 2022

Christians must strive to be in constant dialogue with God the Father. We can live a life of prayer that is constant, intense and unselfish.

BILLY MITCHELL! THE FATHER OF WHAT IS NOW KNOWN AS THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE. THE YEAR IS 1919, AND THIS WORLD WAR ONE HERO WAS CONVINCED THAT MASTERING THE SKIES WAS THE KEY TO VICTORY IN COMBAT. ALTHOUGH IT COST HIM HIS CAREER, MITCHELL CONTINUED HIS ALL-OUT PUBLIC CAMPAIGN FOR AIRPOWER. HE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, Ephesians 6:12, James 5:16, Matthew 26:41, Colossians 4:2, Luke 21:36, 1 Peter 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Length Times Width Times Height Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 26, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 17

July 25, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 3:14-21 Length Times Width Times Height Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In a recent daily devotional by Henri Nouwen, he reflected on intercessory prayer. When ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Let Your Soul Dance Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2022

John, Mary, Jesus. Would any of us doubt that they were blessed, blessed by their faith in the enduring presence and redemption of God?

Sixth Sunday in Course year C There is a very unexpected expression in today’s reading from St. Luke. The most literal translation reads: Blessed are you when men hate you, and when they exclude you and revile you, and cast out your name as evil, on account of the Son of man! Rejoice in that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Psalm 1:1-4, Luke 6:17-26, Luke 1:40-42, Matthew 3:4, Luke 2:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Will You Come And Follow Me? (3rd Sunday Before Advent - Year B)

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Nov 4, 2021

We consider how the calling of the fishermen affects our lives, and allows us to focus on our own calling and why it is important for us to share our faith beginnings with others.

In the name of the Living God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. As I sat thinking about our Gospel this morning, a film that I watched a number of years ago came to mind, a comedy called School of life, starring Ryan Reynolds. Reynolds was a school teacher whose job was to teach his students ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Anglican

Fasting For Revival And Evangelism Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

God pouring Himself on His people.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. “Come with fasting, weeping and mourning, don’t tear your clothing in grief, tear your hearts instead . . . then . . . I will pour out My Spirit upon all people” (Joel 2:12, 28, NLT). 2. Definition of revival: “God . . . pouring Himself on His people.” Revival verse: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:10, Joel 2:12, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist