Sermons on The Oversight:

"you Don't Have To Go To Church To Be A Christian" Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 7, 2019

This common reason for not coming to church shows two fundamental misunderstandings: 1) what is a Christian and 2) what is church. Help someone see that being a Christian means being part of a church.

People are not going to church as much as they used to. I could give you the statistics, but I don’t think that I need to because you’ve probably personally observed or experienced it yourself. You may have seen it with your own family members, your co-workers, your friends, in the conversations ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Ephesians 4:11-13, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

King Agrippa Ii Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 30, 2022

In 70 he aided Vespasian’s son Titus in the final conquest of Jerusalem itself. After the war, his territory was enlarged by Titus, and he apparently survived until 93 CE.

Herod Agrippa II, or AGRIPPA II, officially named Marcus Julius Agrippa and sometimes shortened to Agrippa, was the last ruler from the Herodian dynasty, reigning over territories outside of Judea as a Roman client. Agrippa was overthrown by his Jewish subjects in 66 and supported the Roman side in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Praise Of His Glory

Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 14, 2022

Paul is engaged in worship as he repeats, “to the praise of His Glory!” He begins to praise God for everything He has done to save us and bless us in Jesus. Paul moves from God’s work in the past to His work in the present.

Ephesians 1:7-12 THE PRAISE OF HIS GLORY August 14, 2022 Intro: In these first verses Paul magnifies the glory of God. Beginning in verse 3 all the way through verse 14, Paul is engaged in worship as he repeats, “to the praise of His Glory!” He begins to praise God for everything He has done to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Growth And Health Of A Living Church

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 23, 2021

The living Church is the one that is healthy and growing. The healthy Church is the one living for the Lord and fulfilling His purpose as a Church.

The Growth and Health of a Living Church Study Text: Revelation 3:1-6 Introduction: - The situation with the Church at Sardis, is the true picture of what can happen to a Church when they forget where they have come from, where they are going, and what their purpose as a Church is. - ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Judgment Seat Of Christ Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Oct 12, 2023

The judgment we want to be a part of!

While chaos is going on throughout the earth, another event is occurring in Heaven. The Judgment Seat of Christ (bema). This judgment is for believers only in which every believer is judged by the works they did after receiving Jesus. Think of the Olympic Games. We have all these sport categories ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15, Revelation 4:10

Your Child: A Blessing From God, Not A Burden

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 21, 2021

Each child is to be viewed as a heritage, that is, as a gift; they are to be viewed as a reward, that is, as a blessing; they are to be viewed as an arrow in our hands, that is, as something needing direction. How blessed we are that God has entrusted so many to our care.

Your Child: A Blessing from the Lord, Not a Burden Study Text: Psalm 127:3-5 Introduction: - Children are precious gift from above, they are one of life's wonderful and highly desired blessings. - How wonderful children and teens are. They fill our lives with gladness and our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fire Of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 8, 2013

Issues of division in the deep south over distribution of wealth.

The Fire of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (9/7/2013) “That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being ...read more

Denomination: Friends

In A Manner Of Speaking: "The Parable Of 'the Lost Sheep' ” [part Two]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

Unfortunately, many people are lost and don’t know it!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, February 14, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter "In a Manner of Speaking": The Parable of “The Lost Sheep' Luke 15:1-7 My favorite philosopher, Yogi Berra, once said: “Objects are lost because ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Growing Pains Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Oct 16, 2016

The good news and the bad news is that growth brings people and new people bring different ideas. What do we do in times of conflict? Check out these thoughts from the church in Jerusalem.

Growing pains- they can be a good thing. There’s a saying that goes, “What doesn’t kill you will make you stronger.” Growing pains can also be bad- after all, they’re a pain. It hurts. As a child growing to maturity, there are a number of times you go through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Voice In The Thunder: Finding Strength And Peace In The Majesty Of God Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Jan 3, 2026

A sermon that proclaims the majestic power of God revealed in His voice and assures believers that the King who rules over every storm gives His people strength and peace.

Introduction: The Sound of Power My brothers and sisters, have you ever been caught in a truly powerful thunderstorm? I don't mean a gentle summer shower, but a tempest. A storm where the sky turns a dark, bruised purple. A storm where the lightning doesn't just flash, it splits the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Behave In Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

We’re to respect other believers and strive to live in peace with everyone. We’re also called to communicate what people need to hear, remembering to be patient with everyone.

How to Behave in Church I enjoy collecting bulletin bloopers. I’ve shared some in the past and have recently come across some brand new ones: Attend church and you will hear an excellent speaker and heave a healthy lunch. [I hope that’s not a reference to our potluck that follows the second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Holding Fast To Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 14, 2010

The church in Thyatira demonstrates the need to follow the ways of Jesus in order to prevent being deceived.

In our culture, I think there is sometimes a tendency for us to look around at all the mega churches, even some right around us, and to begin to think that a smaller church like TFC really isn’t all that significant to the kingdom of God. But Jesus’ message to the church in Thyatira ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Revelation 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Teacher's Burden Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2008

God appoints men to teach His people. Self-appointed counterfeits promote themselves to the detriment of the assemblies of our Lord. However, those whom He appoints bless the people of God.

JAMES 3:1, 2 THE TEACHER’S BURDEN “Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness. For we all stumble in many ways. And if anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able also to bridle his whole ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

In Memoriam Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 2, 2008

In Communion, the people of God declare fellowship with one another because of fellowship with Christ, renew their anticipation of the return of the Saviour, and remember His sacrifice. This message focuses on remembering the Saviour.

1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-25 IN MEMORIAM “I received from the Lord what I also delivered to you, that the Lord Jesus on the night when he was betrayed took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, ‘This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me.’ In the same way also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Goes Around Comes Around Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 12, 2013

In this sermon we learn that God is sovereign and we can trust Him, and that God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.

Introduction: A. Let’s s begin this sermon with a simple riddle. 1. What do you call a boomerang that doesn't work? A stick. 2. Boomerangs are instruments that are usually made of wood, and are designed to circle back to the thrower. So, a good boomerang, in the hand of a skilled person, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ