Sermons on Timidity:

The Beattitudes

Contributed by Kent Wise on Oct 13, 2006

Life Context Response

The Beatitudes Life Context Response to The Gospel of Matthew 5:3-12 By Kent Wise Introduction This pericope of scripture has captured my attention from my first reading at an early age. I come from a very traditional and conservative background where prosperity, wealth, and power were emphasized ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Methodist

Ten Common Factors In Church Planting Movements

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 1, 2003

Ten common factors in church planting movements by David Garrison

Ten Common Factors for Church Planting Movements (David Garrison) Beyond the 10 universal elements found in every Church Planting Movement, there are at least 10 frequently, though not universally, found characteristics. These are not listed in any particular order of priority or frequency. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Levels Of Commitment

Contributed by Randy Wood on Oct 4, 2002

Faithfulness and commitment are synomonous.

THE LEVELS OF COMMITMENT TEXT: PROVERBS 3:3-4 OPENING THOUGHT: Think about this. There are you a man we will call ¡§Joe¡¨ and a woman we will call ¡§Sue¡¨. Each of you has applied for a job at a very sucessful company. This company offers many opportunities of advancement. The company offers ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You See This Woman

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 9, 2002

Many religious people see others as "High Maintenance" and not see their potential.

Do you see this woman? Luke 7:36-50 Illustration: Grace Llewelyn Smith tombstone, no date of death or a date of birth just the names of her two husbands and this epitaph. “Sleeps but rests not, Loved but was not loved, tried to please but pleased not, died as she lived—alone.” Long nights, empty ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Great Command

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 5, 2008

We tend to view love as a warm fuzzy feeling reserved for a select few of our friends and family. However, God calls us to a life of holy love – a love founded on His love for us and built with decisive actions instead of feelings.

Introduction: When I was in school studying to become a pastor, a fellow student said, “Church work would be a lot easier if it weren’t for people.” Me (my dilemma or question) I laughed at my friend’s statement – church work is about people. Pastors work with people day in and day out. Here are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

Remember Him! Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Dec 6, 2009

We are so caught up with the sights and sounds of Christmas and we often forget who it is about.

Luke 22:14-20 Illustration: The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (Arlington Va.) In life everyone wants to be remembered, but many people live and are forgotten when they die Traveling 288 on any given Saturday you will see a hearse and maybe a family car which may suggest that the deceased was unknown ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Christian Church

The Fearless Christian Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 24, 2010

• As we continue a walk in this new year of God’s Divineness, we will experience change, expansion, new levels and extreme favor. • Today I want to challenge each of you to never get in fear, but walk in faith. God will do a tremendous work through you

Introduction • As we continue a walk in this new year of God’s Divineness, we will experience change, expansion, new levels and extreme favor. • Today I want to challenge each of you to never get in fear, but walk in faith. God will do a tremendous work through you if you will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romans, Part 24 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 9, 2011

Paul's encouragement to the Gentiles in Rome continues with his explaining that there is nothing we could ever go through in this life that will compare to the Glory of Jesus which is revealed in us.

Romans, Part 24 Romans 8:16-22 Introduction - Christ was the only way God could reconcile us to Himself - The Law (shedding of blood) had to be fulfilled for mankind to be forgiven -- Hebrews 9:22, “In fact, the law requires that nearly everything be cleansed with blood and without the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Only You Can Change Your Habits

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

it is our responsibility to change negative habits

I ran across this story as I was working on this homily and want to share it with you: "A bazaar was held in a village in northern India. Everyone brought his wares to trade and sell. One old farmer brought in a whole covey of quail. He had tied a string around one leg of each bird. The other ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 10, 2020

For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. - 1 Corinthians 1:18

THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Introduction We all have battles to fight, struggles to face, and questions that need answers - and we all have the power of God to see us through. No one gathered today has all of the strength within them on their own to face the struggles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abijah's Defeat Of Jeroboam

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 4, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Is the joy of the LORD your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD fights His battles on our behalf. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 13:20 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So Jerobo

I. EXORDIUM: Is the joy of the LORD your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD fights His battles on our behalf. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 13:20 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) So Jeroboam of Israel never regained his power during Abijah’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 13:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Appointed To Serve

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 20, 2013

God calls each of us to serve in some capacity no matter our past. God opens doors for a new life will we enter?

We are Appointed to Serve 1 Timothy 1:12-17 1. God appoints unlikely People to serve A. John Newton appeared to be a life who was unlikely to be a servant of Christ In a small cemetery of a parish churchyard in Olney, England, stands a granite tombstone w/ this inscription: “John ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Methodist

Arise

Contributed by Elijah Abiara on Sep 27, 2015

Pastor Elijah Abiara gave sermon on how to arise from every form of background that may hinder Chritians

Proverb 6:9 How long will you lie down sluggard? When wilt thou arise from your sleep. Ok let me tell you a story of a young man, he came from a poor background, infact he was known as an area boy, everyone concluded that this man is of no use in the community or even in the nation but something ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Different: Different Fruit 2 Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 12, 2025

If we are going to be different, it needs to be backed up with gentleness, goodness, faith, humility and self control.

GENTLENESS Benevolence, kindness Gentleness can be defined as tender concern for others, reflected in a desire to treat others gently, just as the Lord treats all believers. Jesus commended gentleness in the Beatitudes. In the first three, he blesses the poor in spirit, those who mourn, and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Anointed To Do Better Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

God does not anoint people to remain the same; He anoints them to transform their world. As you seek God’s anointing, expect supernatural breakthroughs, divine speed, wisdom, and empowerment for greater works.

ANOINTED TO DO BETTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 10:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:1, 12-13; Acts 13:22 INTRODUCTION: The anointing of God is not just a religious ritual; it is a divine empowerment that transforms ordinary individuals into extraordinary vessels for His purpose. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1, Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God