Sermons on Twelve Ordinary Men:

Light Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 14, 2018

Those who are filled with darkness see only darkness around, and can’t even see the light. Those who are full of light see goodness even in the darkest times and dimmest caverns of the earth and the souls of men.

After these things I saw, and Look, a door opened in heaven, and the voice like a trumpet that first heard speaking with me, saying, “Come up here!, and I will show you what will happen after these things.” Immediately I was in Spirit; and Look A throne was placed in heaven, and on the throne one ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-3

Denomination: *other

The Ministry Of Maturity

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 2, 2019

To establish that the church must grow in grace and knowledge in all things. That mature men and women of the congregation; can teach, coach and mentor the younger members in the faith. This is a faithful ministry to the youth, teaching both spiritual and social graces.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Ministry of Maturity 2. Mature Men Teachers 3. Mature Women Teachers Remarks. 1. In this study we will discuss the obligation of the older members of the church’s responsibilities: to teach the young members of the congregation, in both spiritual and social graces. This ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8, Titus 1:5-11, 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Stories

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Oct 5, 2019

We all love a good love story. Even us men if we are honest. There are some good love stories out there. I am citing one by O. Henry the "Gift of the Magi".

Sermon to Market Street Residences an ALF in Tarpon Springs, Fl (Keep in mind as you read this sermon it is for those who have dementia or other memory disorders)November 3 2019 A sermon on love Prayer Welcome to worship at market Street where we are the church. Why do I say we are the church? ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

King's Pattern For Teaching Preachers Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 6, 2019

To establish that the King’s pattern for teaching preachers is through a hands-on approach; by the mentoring of mature ministers, evangelists and leaderships; in order to develop and equip faithful men, in the mission of evangelism and edification. This lesson will discuss the art of preaching!

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The King’s Method: Hands-on Training 2. The King’s Mentors: Mature Trainers 3. The King’s Mission: Faithful Trainees Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “King’s Pattern for Teaching Preachers.” The book of Colossians, as already ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 4:10, Philemon 1:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas Babies Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

Jesus is the only person in history who chose to be a baby. This tells us just how important the baby centeredness of Christmas is to Him. The message of Christmas is not that the angels came; that the shepherds came, or that the wise men came, but that the baby came.

Elenor Cicok had a three year old daughter who developed an emotional block and ceased to talk. She never said a word, not even mama when she wanted her mother. It was a terrible ordeal as she went month after month in silence. Her mother taught her about God and prayer, and read to her about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

A Tale Of Two Fish Stories

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021

What do these two stories (Jonah and disciples called to be fisher of men) the have in common? The disciples were called to be fishers of people and Jonah got eaten by a fish. Both of these stories have elements of decision, opposition and courage.

A TALE OF TWO FISH STORIES Text: Jonah 3:1- 5, 10 Mark 1:14 – 20 Jonah 3:1-10  The word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time, saying,  (2)  "Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you."  (3)  So Jonah set out ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10

Denomination: United Methodist

Happiness Through Hunger Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

Men become desperate when they hunger and thirst, and all the energy of their being is concentrated on one goal-to satisfy their need. This sounds like misery, and it is, but it is in the spiritual realm another example of the paradoxical misery that leads to happiness.

A woman leaving church said to the pastor, "Thank you for that sermon, it was so helpful." The pastor said, "I hope it was not as helpful as the last one." "Why what do you mean," she asked. "Well," he said, "that last sermon lasted you three ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

The Greatest Questions In Life

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 9, 2020

I believe these three questions are the oldest to ever face the minds of men. 1. How can a man find God? 2. How can a man be just with God? 3. If a man die, will he live again?

Job was a wonderful man of God. The Lord said of him, some things which he never said of any other man of the Bible. Job 1:8; job had suffering come to his life, I guess that no man has ever suffered like Job did, outside of the Lord Jesus Christ. He suffered the loss of his loved ones all at once. ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:3, Job 9:2, Job 14:14

Denomination: Baptist

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

The Art Of Preaching (Full) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020

To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching:" preparation, presentation and persuasion.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Art of Preparation 2. The Art of Presentation 3. The Art of Persuasion Introductory Remarks. 1. Our lesson will discuss "The Art of Preaching." This lesson will review the need for the church of Christ to identify sound, capable, and faithful men to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Easter-Its A Matter Of The Heart

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 14, 2016

An encounter with the risen Christ is life-transforming. Meeting the risen Christ on the Emmaus road changed the perspective and actions of the two men in the Gospel account. Taking the Easter message to heart can do the same for his disciples today.

Text: Luke 24:13-35 Topic: “It’s A Matter of The Heart.” INTRODUCTION: A- Tell the Easter Story (Luke 24:1-12). B- Read the text (Luke 24:13-35). TS: What Easter means to you is “is a matter of the heart.” There is a three-step progression that will make it a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Living By Faith: A Journey Of Hope Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 7, 2023

In 1 Peter 1, we find the assurance of a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Hebrews 11 takes us on a journey through the lives of faithful men and women who lived with unwavering trust in God.

"Living by Faith: A Journey of Hope" Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey through the pages of Scripture, delving into the beautiful themes of faith, hope, and perseverance. Our foundation will be found in 1 Peter 1 and Hebrews 11 from the New Living Translation. Point 1: A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:33-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Cliffs Note Christmas Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 27, 2023

When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky.

When we think about the Christmas account, people who are familiar with it like us, think about bright stars, angel choirs, filled hotels, stables, sleeping and startled shepherds, and wise men looking into the sky. That is how we think about the story. Details. Details. Details. However, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 2:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stewards Of The Light

Contributed by Numeriano P. Galgo, Jr on Oct 17, 2017

When we accepted Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior, we were never the same. We became men and women with a mission. For one, we became a bearer of the light to the perishing, to this dark and dying world.

STEWARDS OF THE LIGHT This message is about being a good steward of the light. When we accepted Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior, we were never the same. We became men and women with a mission. Within us, something had greatly changed. For one, we became a bearer of the light to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Free Methodist

She Was Healed On The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 28, 2020

A woman had suffered 18 years but never got well. She came to a synagogue and found Jesus there. What happened next shows the Lord's true compassion for both men and women alike.

Text: Luke 13:10-17, KJV 10 And he was teaching in one of the synagogues on the sabbath. 11 And, behold, there was a woman which had a spirit of infirmity eighteen years, and was bowed together, and could in no wise lift up [herself]. 12 And when Jesus saw her, he called [her to him], and said unto ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17, John 19:26

Denomination: Baptist