Sermons on The Reason For The Season:

Message 16 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5:21 – Examine Carefully And Hold Fast To What Is Good – No Excuses! Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 7, 2023

We live in a world today where all the boundaries have been blurred and are increasingly, becoming blurred. We have no fixed point for marriage, no correct lines for morality, no division of good or bad in gender or behaviour or attitudes. We examine what GOOD is. Do good to all.

MESSAGE 16 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5:21 – EXAMINE CAREFULLY AND HOLD FAST TO WHAT IS GOOD – NO EXCUSES! {{1Thessalonians 5:21 “but examine everything carefully. HOLD FAST TO THAT WHICH IS GOOD.”}} [A]. THE INTRODUCTION When we consider this short instruction, two questions may come into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:21, 2 Thessalonians 3:13, Romans 3:10-12, Isaiah 5:18-19, Isaiah 5:20-22, Acts 10:38, Galatians 6:10, Luke 6:33, 1 Timothy 6:17-18, Romans 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chasing The Wind - Work? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2017

Is work meaningless? Is it like chasing after the wind? According to Solomon it is if you are working for the wrong reason and for the wrong person. We need to work for God not men or money and we need to keep it proper balance and be on the side were the

Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV – “Wake” Series: Chasing the Wind – Ecclesiastes Transition read before song: Solomon states in Ecc. 1:2-4; 8; 14: “Meaningless! MEANINGLESS!” SAYS THE TEACHER. “UTTERLY MEANINGLESS!” Everything Is meaningless.” What does man gain from his labor at which he ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 1 - We Need The Heart Of Joseph. Series

Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2011

Part 1 of a 4 part series for the Christmas Season (Or anytime). We will research the heart of those surrounding the birth of Jesus to see what was in their hearts that enabled them to be in the right place, at the right time, to be among the very few wh

What Does It Take to See Jesus? Christmas Series 2011 Part 1 - We Need a Joseph’s Heart By Rev. James May Thanksgiving, with its family gatherings and feasting has now passed into history and we find ourselves filled with thankfulness for all of the blessings of God that he has bestowed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 16, 2010

Christmas is a wonderful time of year for many. For some however, the pains that life can make the Christmas season a difficult one. In this series we will be talking about forgiving and being forgiven. (Taken from a series by the same name by Craig Groes

Christmas is For-giving Part 1 Forgiving Introduction (taken from a series by Craig Groeschel) Three part series- finish Christmas Eve. Encourage people- invite friends- (Mtt 28:19-20, Eph 4:11-12). The Christmas Season The series is entitled- Christmas is For-giving. We think of Christmas as a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13

Denomination: Charismatic

Vision 2011 ~ Empowerment In Ministry

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 30, 2010

Many people are asking in this season, "What is God up to?" We seem to be living in a period of great silence. Believers are searching in vain for something God is doing powerfully in the body of Christ and trying to no avail to hear marching orders from

Opening illustration: "On a dangerous seacoast where shipwrecks often occur, there was once a little crude little lifesaving station. The building was just a hut and there was only one boat, but the few devoted members kept a constant watch over the sea and with no thought for themselves went out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-25, Matthew 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Love Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 30, 2006

If you want to grasp true joy during the Christmas season it is imperative that you catch the significance in how God showed love by giving Christ. God gave His Son and Christ came willingly—true expressions of sacrificial love.

Turn Your Bibles to Luke 2:1-7 Title: Christmas Love Theme: The Love of God, Christ Given Series: The Cast of Christmas Listen as I read Luke 2:1-7, “In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Leper Or A King (Developing A Right Attitude This Christmas)

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Dec 5, 2004

Choosing the right attitude in Life during the Christmas season. I show how 4 lepers allowed God to develop the right attitude in there lives by the decisions they made, and how the King made the wrong choice and followed his own insticts.

Title: Becoming A Leper Or A King Text: II Kings 6:24-7:20 Pray!!! Introduction: Joe Theismann enjoyed an illustrious 12-year career as quarterback of the Washington Redskins. He led the team to two Super Bowl appearances--winning in 1983 before losing the following year. When a leg injury ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Be Sure Of Your Salvation: Biblical Assurances Christ Lives Within

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 14, 2011

Examining Biblical Assurance of Salvation or that Christ Dwells Within. I took this subject and preached it during the Christmas Season. The message of incarnation twisted on its head. The Word became Flesh or took on flesh to seek and save those who w

How to be sure of your salvation: Biblical Assurances Christ lives within! Matt 1:18-23(KJV) 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Speechless (So You Had A Bad Day?)

Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 27, 2008

Even though the Christian life is primarily characterized by abundant life and joy, there are seasons where the Lord allows us to go through dark valleys. It is often during those wilderness times that we encounter God, and our faith is strengthened.

SPEECHLESS (SO YOU HAD A BAD DAY?) OPENING TEXT: “Indeed these are the mere edges of His ways, and how small a whisper we hear of Him! But the thunder of His power who can understand?” (Job 26:14). INTRO: Personal story & search for God in the midst of suffering. • The sewer backup in our ...read more

Scripture: Job 26:14

Denomination: *other

Of Biblical "nobel Prizes"!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Oct 26, 2019

This being the season of announcing the names of Nobel Prize winners, Yours Truly was inspired to trace the "dubious" history behind the Nobel Prize besides linking the same to its Biblical equivalent "The Parable of Talents".

Of Biblical "Nobel Prizes"- Patent, Latent and Talent!!! Hey, it was announced that an Indian American Economist namely Abhijit Banerjee would be conferred the Nobel Prize in the traditional function of awarding the Nobel Prizes on Dec 10th, 2019 (every year ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: *other

In The Waiting

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

This sermon introduces the Advent season through Isaiah 9:2–7 and the prophetic promise of Jesus’ birth. It explores how Christ’s arrival—past and future—meets our deepest needs with wisdom, strength, eternal life, and peace.

Presents The last few weeks we were in our “Cautionary Tale” series - about leadership and really highlighting the critical importance of obedience, trust, and humility before God. Really an incredible reminder and lesson that our actions and choices have profound spiritual implications. And I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7, Luke 2:10-11, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 40:31, Philippians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas Is For Thanks-Giving

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 1, 2024

We find ourselves in the middle of two of our country’s most iconic holidays, where the giving of thanks is front and center. The giving of thanks is an essential part of life, and it is the one seasoning that kicks our prayer life into high gear.

The Giving of Christmas “Christmas is for Thanks-Giving” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKu4TMMlNgs With Thanksgiving over and Christmas right around the corner, we find ourselves in the middle of two of our country’s most iconic holidays, where the giving of thanks is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16, Philippians 4:6-7, Philippians 2:6-8, Isaiah 57:15, 1 Timothy 6:17-19, 1 Thessalonians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Responding To God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Psalm 14:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 2, 2024

In Psalm 14:1, we find a poignant reminder of the human condition and the need for spiritual renewal. Let us explore this scripture and discover how we can respond to God's call to transformation in the post-Easter season.

Responding to God's Call: Embracing Transformation After Easter Introduction: As we gather today, let us reflect on the significance of Easter and contemplate the profound question that lingers in our hearts: "After Easter, what next?" In Psalm 14:1, we encounter a poignant ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 12:1-2, Ephesians 1:7, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Seal Judgments - Part #2

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 17, 2023

In the breaking of the 5th seal, we see the Amazing Grace of God during the Tribulation period by giving the souls under the altar that had been slain for the Word of God and the testimony they held white robes and told to rest for a little season.

The Seal Judgments Part #2 By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Last week we discussed the first 4 seal judgments which brought on the four horsemen of the Apocalypse. The White horse with its rider who had a bow and was given a crown bought deception in the form of the Anti-Christ, who ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Times Of Refreshing

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 23, 2021

Religious history shows that God periodically sends spiritual stirrings! But Charles Finney proved that God is ready to send His Spirit when the conditions for revival are right. We must seize these seasons of refreshing to bring revival to our world.

TIMES OF REFRESHING Acts 3:19-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of people who need revival! 2. One lady, Vickie, called a lawyer’s office. She made an appointment with their Family Law department. 3. "How can I help you, ma’am?" asks the lawyer. "Is it true," ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God