Sermons on The Elderly:

Two Kinds Of Religion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 5, 2018

In the midst of church scandals, can we look beyond human sins and see God at work? We religious leaders are the object of Jesus’ greatest criticisms; will we listen?

In the midst of church scandals, can we look beyond human sins and see God at work? We religious leaders are the object of Jesus’ greatest criticisms; will we listen? Let’s discuss the two ways of being, the takers and givers in the context of Mark 12:38-44. Outward Show Mark 12:38-39 In His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Life Through Jesus.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on May 31, 2012

People set goals for themselves and when they achieve those goals there is a moment of great satisfaction but pretty soon the reality of life sets in and back t....vanity of vanities; all is vanity

Choose Life through Jesus. Ecclesiastes 3:9 What profit hath he that worketh in that wherein he laboureth? 10 I have seen the travail, which God hath given to the sons of men to be exercised in it. 11 He hath made every thing beautiful in his time: also he hath set the world in their heart, so that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Drama

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jul 26, 2017

overview of life

THE DRAMA OF LIFE IN THREE ACTS INTRODUCTION. -- Jesus Christ is the author of this drama. It surpasses anything ever put on the stage in conciseness, in point, in graphic delineation, strength of characterization, in pathos and in fullness, height, depth and beauty of meaning. Its dramatis ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023

SUSPISCION IS LIKE AN ORDINARY STONE; DISCERNMENT IS LIKE A SPECIAL STONE OF GREAT VALUE LIKE “DIAMOND.” Most of humanity are walking around with the ordinary stone of suspicion in their hands and throwing it at others.

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. (Philippians 4:8) SUSPISCION IS LIKE AN ORDINARY STONE; DISCERNMENT IS LIKE A ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 John 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of Caricatures

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 4, 2024

Whose image are you becoming and what relic do you have faith in?

Leviticus 26:1 Ye shall make you no idols nor graven image, neither rear you up a standing image, neither shall ye set up any image of stone in your land, to bow down unto it: for I am the LORD your God. Dr. Tony Evans made a great statement that any image we make of God only distorts Him. There ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:1

Denomination: Baptist

As If You Were Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 1, 2001

An encouraging message that we are to "put ourselves in their place" when we remember all our fellow Christians who are suffering and imprisoned for their faith in Christ.

AN ELDERLY WOMAN WAS GIVEN A STACK OF PAPERS TO FILL OUT WHEN SHE ENTERED THE ADMITTING OFFICE OF A HOSPITAL. SHE PATIENTLY WAITED HER TURN FOR A HOSPITAL OFFICIAL TO SEE HER. WHEN ASKED, SHE HANDED THE OFFICIAL HER INSURANCE CARD AND ALL OF THE ADMITTING PAPER WORK. WHEN SHE WAS ASKED TO GIVE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Free Methodist

Becoming A Kind Person

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Practical direction for real life found in Deuteronomy. In our day, we need guidance and to have the responsibilities of kindness defined.

As I looked for a theme that unified some of the commands of Deut. 22-25, the word that seemed to do it was kindness. What is kindness? Goodwill. Consideration. Thougtfulness. Gentleness Concern. Thinking of the consequences to others; thinking of the impact of our words and actions upon others, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Are The Merciful Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jan 1, 2005

In our last installment of this series on The Beatitudes we looked at "hungering and thirsting for righteousness." Showing mercy is the outward expression of the inner hungering and thirsting after righteousness.

Blessed are the Merciful The Beatitudes Matthew 5:7 #5 of 8 in Series INTRODUCTION While walking home from school, Mark noticed the boy ahead of him had stumbled to the ground and dropped everything he was carrying. Mark hurried to the boy’s side and helped him collect his belongings. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Day Of Visitation

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 15, 2005

Whether as members of the church or government we have a responsibility to take care of the poor. Let’s look at what God’s Word has to say about those who neglect or oppress the poor.

The rich continue to get richer and the poor get poorer. I have no problem with the rich who work for their wealth, but the problem lies with those who gain wealth at the expense of the poor. In our state for instance, our governor scaled back the $5 billion medicaid program for the poor. This ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Greatest Commandment Of All

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 27, 2015

We are to love God with all our lives, including our work. Doing so restricts our activity to the straight and narrow path that God has created for us to walk on. It is the basis of our obedience to God.

A few years ago, Billy Graham answered a letter in his daily newspaper column from someone who was upset that churches and charities don’t pay a cent in taxes. The writer was upset that he had to “pay until it hurts”. In his reply, Dr. Graham said that if all the food banks, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Anglican

"Don't Lose The Mustard"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 10, 2014

Having salt is good and so is having the mustard or having the spirit of God indwelling us in a productive way. The sermon tells us the good that can be done with the mustard and the negative results if we don't have the mustard.

Matthew 5:13-20 "Don't Lose the Mustard" 1. Consider some of the uses of salt. A. It is has been used for currency and actually fought for in wars. B. Salt is used to cure and store meats C. It is used to disinfect wounds D. It is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

Again And Again And Again…. Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 5, 2013

Keep talking! Keep explaining the ways of God and encourage your family to read the Word and gather together in prayer everyday. I repeat everyday, not when you feel like and when you have the time. Such ‘imperatives’ got to be said everyday!

Again and again and again…. Bringing about discipline, cleanliness and maintenance of books, became an arduous task in my school, despite repeatedly telling them, children turn up with disheveled dry hair, dirty clothes, incomplete home work and dirty torn books. I decided to do one thing, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Helper!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 18, 2013

The Holy Spirit is our helper, what a gift Jesus has given us.

John 14:25-26-“These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you. John 16:7-15-Nevertheless I tell you the truth. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

Christ, Our Example: Humility Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 8, 2011

Christ is our ultimate example for humility as He emptied Himself out as He took on the form of a servant....

Christ, Our Example: Humility August 7, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus is our example in humility; we must strive to be like him. Focus Passage: Philippians 2:5-11 Supplemental Passage: "If I then, the Lord and the Teacher, washed your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Send Not To Know For Whom The Bell Tolls

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 7, 2010

Ash Wednesday gives us what may be our last Lenten opportunity to repent and turn back to God.

Ash Wednesday Homily 2010 2 Cor 5:20 - 6:2 The great bell called St Ferdinand at our diocesan cathedral tolls solemnly several times each month. Many years ago I heard the toll as my father’s casket was slowly pushed out toward its ultimate resting place. Each day the low sound of bells ...read more

Denomination: Catholic