Sermons on Trauma:

Sermon On The Nativity Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 10, 2024

Nativity is defined as the place of a person’s birth.

C. S. Lewis, a British writer and literary scholar once remarked: “Once in our world, A stable had something in it that was bigger than our whole world.” Isaiah 7:14 reminds us: “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 3:6, Matthew 2:1, Jeremiah 1:5

The God Who Speaks To Storms

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Oct 27, 2024

This month, as we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence,

This month, as we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence, we must acknowledge those in our community who are battling this illness—fighting the storms of treatment, recovery, and the emotional toll that comes with it. We need to remember that God sees each of you in your struggle. ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Recovery Is In Reach

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 11, 2023

The gifts of God are irrevocable, so is the anointing of God. 1 John 2:27 says, “But as for you, the anointing which you received from Him abides in you;” But we will never be able to serve the Lord in an effective manner with a broken tool! God can help us to recover what has fallen.

II King 6:1-7 (NKJV) Recovery is in Reach February 12, 2023 Setting: The school of the prophets had grown to the point that they needed a new place. As they are in the process of cutting down trees to build their new school, one of the ministers loses his ax head in the Jordan River. He becomes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Keeping A Dream Alive

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 29, 2025

Some dreams are considered a powerful source of personal motivation, providing purpose, direction, and the emotional fuel to work hard,

Gail Devers, a female American athlete once remarked: “Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe.” Hebrews 13:7 reminds us: “Remember your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:3, Jeremiah 29:11, Philippians 4:13, Romans 12:11-12

Sermon On A Journey To The Light

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2025

A "journey to the light" has multi-faceted definitions which describe a metaphorical, spiritual, or personal process of growth, healing, and transformation, moving from a state of darkness, ignorance, or despair towards knowledge, hope, and enlightenment.

Lao Tzu, a Chinese philosopher and writer once remarked: "A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". John 8:12 reminds us: Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” A ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7, Ephesians 5:8, Psalm 119:105, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Baggage - A New Thing Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to let go of their past and embrace the new things God is doing in their lives, trusting in His faithfulness and expecting Him to exceed their expectations.

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” Isaiah 43:18-19 Have you ever seen a movie or heard a story about someone who was constantly referencing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: Letting Go, New Beginnings, Divine Expectations

Sermon Series: Baggage

"Role-Model Saints" Romans Pt. 17 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 24, 2007

Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and not act worldly but instead act like living sacrifices for Jesus. This in turn will make us a hero in the eyes of Kingdom of God.

Role-model Saints (Cont. pt. d) Romans part 17 Opening Illustration: From Blue-fish TV “The church saved my life.” Thesis: Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and not act worldly but instead act like living sacrifices for Jesus. This in turn will make us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gospel Gossips

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

What happens when we gossip the gospel?

Gospel Gossips Jonah 3:1-10 Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, [2] "Arise, go to Nineveh the great city and proclaim to it the proclamation which I am going to tell you." [3] So Jonah arose and went to Nineveh according to the word of the Lord. Now Nineveh was an ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Visions And Dreams

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 11, 2002

one of a series of messages on Acts

ML King Martin Luther King Jr. organized the massive March on Washington (Aug. 28, 1963) where, in his brilliant "I Have a Dream" speech, he "subpoenaed the conscience of the nation before the judgment seat of morality." In January 1964, Time magazine chose King Man of the Year, the first black ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Leading In Times Of Crisis Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Aug 6, 2002

You will be tested and how you lead in times of crisis is the real evaluation of your leadership

Leading in times of crisis Daniel 2 Beginning I thought it my duty to serve on the WG School board. My children would be schooled there and I have an investment in the community that is multigenerational, so I put my name in the hat and ran and eventually served for 5 years on the board. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Proper Perspective On Pain

Contributed by James Crenshaw, Jr on Sep 8, 2006

This sermon helps to provide a Biblical Perspective on Personal Pain and Hardship.

Sermon: A Proper Perspective on Pain Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9 INTRODUCTION. On Saturday, July 17th, 1999 the world woke up to yet another apparent tragedy for the family of John F. Kennedy. Young John F. Kennedy, Jr.‘s plane never made it to its destination of Martha’s Vineyard....... The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

He Came To Be Our Savior

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

In the midst of the glitter and noise, the purpose of the Incarnation is powerful, but not always easy to hear. But to a lost world, God sent His Son to be Our Savior

Passage: Hebrews 2:10-18 Intro: At the risk of appearing Scrooge-like, I want to talk about death this morning. 1. in spite of the frantic attempts to hide or reinterpret the true meaning of Christmas, the coming of Christ into the world had a critically important purpose. 2. and if we will dare to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do We See What Isaiah Saw? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 3, 2002

What Isaiah saw that we need to see about Christmas. First in series.

The Old Testament prophets were sometimes called "seers" because they were able to see things from God to be shared with others. Much of what they saw dealt with current events. But much of what the prophets saw also dealt with the future. Many times, like in today’s text, God dealt with a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-14, Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

A Practical Faith For Real Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 6, 2002

Jesus was out to prepare His disciples for their greatest trial, His crucifixion. But He was also giving us direction to prepare for the realities of life.

A Practical Faith for Real Life (Matt. 26:31-35, John 13:33-38, Mark 14:27-31; Luke 22:31-38) 1. Students at Bible College/seminaries…lose track of the real world…There used to be an old saying, "It takes 10 years to get over seminary…" 2. In our church, we try to encourage an "honest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:35-38, Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Passing The Servant's Test

Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 5, 2004

Aren’t you glad that we don’t have to take tests in order to get into heaven? We just need the grace of God who sent Jesus so that we could have eternal life. That’s the good news. But here on earth, as Christians, we have tests in life. . .

Passing the Servant’s Test, James 1:2-4 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, June 15, 2003 Introduction [Illustration - Joke] A young man had just gotten his driver’s permit and inquired of his father, an evangelist, if they could discuss the use of the car. His father took him to the study ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ