Sermons on Traditions:

The Gift & His Mission

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 5, 2023

The Gift & His Mission

The Gift & His Mission Scripture: Luke 2:22-40. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, We celebrate our birthdays. We receive gifts and presents from our loved ones. You celebrate your wedding anniversary. You receive gifts and presents from your wife or husband. The gifts or presents ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other

Benefits Of Christian Counseling For Anxiety And Depression

Contributed by Pastorslink Usa on May 12, 2023

From Struggles to Strength: The Life-Changing Benefits of Christian Counseling for Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depression are common mental health disorders that can severely impact an individual's well-being. While traditional therapy and medication are popular methods of treatment, Christian counseling is an alternative approach that integrates faith-based principles into the healing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 41:10, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 118:24

Jesus Bursts Old Wineskins Series

Contributed by Gordon Kroeker on Oct 28, 2003

Jesus challenges the religious leaders as He faces conflict from them.

Mk. 2:1-3:6 JESUS BURSTS OLD WINESKINS A. “That Broadway Project! Why is it taking so long? Why are they ripping apart more roads and intersections than just putting on the new cement? They are stalling for time, and making hard for everyone in Minot!!!” 1. I am not a street contractor. I ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

The Gospel According To Pumpkin Rolls

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 23, 2005

I have been thinking just a little about pumpkin rolls as I have enjoyed mine at home and remarked at the similarity between the Gospel of Jesus and pumpkin rolls. And so I present to you today, the Gospel According to Pumpkin Rolls.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO PUMPKIN ROLLS VARIOUS PASSAGES INTRODUCTION This time of year when Thanksgiving and Christmas are upon us, many traditions seem to be kept by different families. Some families have a tradition of saying what they are thankful for around the dinner table. Other families do ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking For Something More?

Contributed by Charles Newman on Dec 11, 2003

Are you looking for something more for Christmas this year? As you see the little girl looking up the chimney, you can imagine her emotion of what else can there be for me?

Looking for Something More for Christmas? by Charles R. Newman Luke 2:14 – 3rd Sunday of Advent Dec. 14th, 2003 We all “expect” certain things for Christmas. Presents/gifts are most likely one of the most expected. Next I believe would be the food. Turkey, ham, dressing, yams, anybody hungry yet? ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Seasoning Our Giving Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005

Part of a Christmas series that focuses on making Christ more a part of His season.

“SEASONING OUR GIVING” TEXT: 2 Corinthians 9: 6-15 Sunday, December 8, 2002 In 1983, 5,000 people nearly staged a riot at a Hill’s Department store in Chesterton, WV. Displays were knocked over, people were pushed, shoved and grabbed, and it was an ugly scene. The same year in Wilkes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Horoscope Of Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 2, 2007

What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son?.

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

I See The Lord

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 13, 2007

Sometimes our vision of God is obscured by the past.

April 15, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Isaiah 6:1-13 Subject: A Vision of God Title: I See The Lord Last summer I did a series called “Why we believe what we believe.” It focused on the sixteen fundamental doctrines that we adhere to. If you will remember, at that time I challenged you to study ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus And The Chief: Courage Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 16, 2007

For over 80 years Chief Illiniwek, symbol of the University of Illinois, represented Christian attributes; this is the first of six sermons that examine those attributes based on the Scriptures.

Jesus and the Chief: Courage --Mark 6:45-52 This has been a newsworthy week. On Tuesday, April 10th, it was finally announced that Larry Birkhead is the biological father of Anna Nichole Smith’s baby daughter Dannielynn. Radio-Television shock jock Don Imus’ program “Imus in the Morning” was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Methodist

The Horoscope Of Jesus

Contributed by David Smith on Jan 8, 2007

What must Mary have thought when she first opened the door and found a group of Iranian astrologers, there to celebrate the birth of her son? These characters seem so inappropriate in the Christmas narrative, but maybe that’s the point?

The Xmas season is over! We’ve wished each other a Merry Xmas AND a Happy New Year, and now the festive season is PAST. The holidays (for most of us) are over. The time for singing carols and wishing peace and goodwill to all is finished. The presents have been handed out. The cards have all been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Get To Work Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 29, 2006

The work of the church is found in confidence in it’s leadership, and setting an example for others to follow.

Introduction I. As a church, we believe in what is called the “imminent return of Christ.” A. The imminent return of Christ, means that we believe that Jesus Christ could return at any time, even before this church service is completed, to take His bride, the church back to heaven. B. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:3-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Sins Of The Godless

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 8, 2008

In our text, I see two great sins of the godless: 1- They change God’s grace 2- They deny the Lord Jesus

INTRO.- ILL.- A church deacon was trying to impress a class of boys the importance of living the Christian life. He said, "Why do people call me a Christian?" After a moment’s pause, one youngster said, "Maybe it’s because they don’t really know you." Can a person be one way on the outside and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You See What I See? Series

Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 19, 2010

What does it mean to "examine yourself?"

Do You See What I See? 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI March 1, 2009 Series: The Church in Crisis When I was in high school, there was this girl – let’s call her “Edith”. Everyone called her Big “Ed” because she was on the heavy side. She ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Break The Law

Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Jul 9, 2008

Be concerned with the heart, not with rules of society. Don’t worry about things that really don’t matter

Matthew 15: 1- 2, 10 – 20 “Then the scribes and Pharisees who were from Jerusalem came to Jesus saying, ‘Why do your disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? For they do not wash their hands when they eat bread.’” Then He called the multitude and said to them, “Hear and understand: Not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Stirring Time Is Coming Series

Contributed by Kermit Reaves on Jan 7, 2014

HAVE YOU EVER RAN ACROSS PEOPLE WHO SAY ONE THING AND DO ANOTHER. OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO SAYS DON’T DO AS I DO, DO AS I SAY. LET’S GET PERSONAL OR HAVE YOU SAID ONE THING AND DONE ANOTHER. THAT IS SO MESSY. JESUS HAS GIVEN US A SOLUTION HOW NOT TO BE

STIRRING TIME COMING MATTHEW 23:25-26/MARK 7:13,21 MANUSCRIPT BY MINISTER KERMIT REAVES HAVE YOU EVER RAN ACROSS PEOPLE WHO SAY ONE THING AND DO ANOTHER. OR DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO SAYS DON’T DO AS I DO, DO AS I SAY. LET’S GET PERSONAL OR HAVE YOU SAID ONE THING AND DONE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-26

Denomination: Baptist