Sermons on Unbearable:

Believers Freedom

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 7, 2017

The freedom that we have in Christ is life changing. people are always trying to find their freedom . It is found in Christ.

Believer’s freedom 1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1 Prayer- Introduction- Sermon title-Believer’s freedom- that will have different meaning to different people. Galatians 5:1 It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Hope For Your Journey Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Aug 19, 2013

A message addressing the hope that we possess in the midst of trouble and tragedy.

HOPE FOR YOUR JOURNEY Exodus 3:1-12 There are times in life when we are tired, weary, frustrated and discouraged. We endure times of sickness, loss, strife and turmoil. At times it seems that we have no hope. If we are honest, there are even times when it seems that God is a million miles ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Impossible Dream

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 17, 2019

God knows your name, God knows your circumstance, God knows everything there is to know about you, about the answer and the ability to deliver you from your need no matter how impossible it may seem

Prayer is a two way street Illus. By Fred Markes? HERE BE GOD Before 1492 when Columbus sailed the ocean blue, the common belief was that if a ship from Europe sailed too far West, they would either fall off the edge of the world or face terrible danger. There was fear of the unknown. In England, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10-13, Isaiah 43:1-3, Psalm 77:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Have A Refuge In The Storm

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 20, 2020

A sermon examining the fact that Jesus is our refuge.

WE HAVE A REFUGE IN THE STORM Mark 4:35-41 Recently our entire state experienced a “severe weather event”. There were severe thunder storms, tornado watches and warnings and extreme straight line winds. The local news stations provided wall to wall coverage and did their best to update and warn ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Influence Of A Mother

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Oct 13, 2018

A Mother has the greatest influence on their children as they grow up.

THE INFLUENCE OF A MOTHER SCRIPTURE: II Timothy 1:5 “When I call to remembrance the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice; and I am persuaded that in thee also.” INTRODUCTION: Anna M. Jarvis was the eighth child born into a family with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5, 2 Chronicles 22:2, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Will Not Keep Silent!

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 22, 2018

Why are people so passionate to kill and torture good and innocent people who bring them God's good news? And what makes the gospel so compelling, that others will not keep silent about it?

[Sermon preached on 14 January 2018, 2nd Sunday after Epiphany / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] Over the past few weeks I had a great opportunity to catch up with reading books that I have wanted to read for a long time. I would like to mention two books, in particular. The first is a book by John ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-27, Isaiah 62:1-3, Mark 1:14-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Life Out Of Focus

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 18, 2018

A life being lived for self has no true happiness. Correct Focus means 1). looking at what I DO HAVE, 2). being a blessing and serving others, and 3). looking forward to heavenly rewards from God.

LIFE OUT OF FOCUS Ps. 103:2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Sometimes it’s hard to find out what’s wrong. 1. After giving a woman a full medical examination, the doctor explained his prescription as he wrote it out. 2. “Take the GREEN pill with a glass of water when you get up. Take the BLUE pill with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"living On Purpose" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 27, 2019

The year was 1941. Tens of thousands of Jews were laboring and dying in Nazi concentration camps. The Jews struggled every day to find some kind of purpose in all of what was going on.

“Living on Purpose” Ephesians 2:8-10 The year was 1941. World War II was in progress. Tens of thousands of Jews were laboring and dying in Nazi concentration camps. To be exact, 6 million had died and another 11 million died during the war. The Jews struggled every day to find some kind of purpose ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Purah: The Gift Of Encouragement

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 14, 2024

Gideon delivered the Israelites from the Midianites, but he would never have done it without the encouragement of his servant Purah. Leaders and churches today need a host of Purahs to help us succeed.

PURAH: THE GIFT OF ENCOURAGEMENT Judges 7:10-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A lady walked by a pet store. A talking bird at an open window looked at her and squawked, “Hey Lady! You’re ugly!” She harrumphed & went on. Next day she passed by again and the bird said again, “Hey Lady! You’re ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mud Sitting

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Feb 23, 2024

I used this sermon for our "Friend Sunday." My main text was Proverbs 18:24, although I used several other texts as time permitted. After a little humor, and prayer I told the illustration about "Mud-sitting."

Mud Sitting Text: Proverbs 18:24 Date: February 18, 2024, BFBC Friend Sunday at 11 am A little Humor: Just Have to Outrun You Two friends were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24, Genesis 18:17-19, James 2:23, Proverbs 17:17-18, John 15:12-14, Exodus 33:11, Isaiah 41:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts Of The Magi (Myrrh) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 29, 2024

In Matthew 2, the wise men bring the newborn Jesus gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Share the meaning and significance of these precious gifts with your congregation this Christmas! Part three: Myrrh.

The Gifts of the Magi (Myrrh) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 12/24/2017 If you’re just joining us, we’ve spent the last two weeks talking about Christmas presents. Ever since the Magi arrived in Bethlehem bearing gifts for the infant Jesus, Christmas has been a time of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian Church

God’s Promise Of Turnaround (This Is Not How Your Story Ends) Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 7, 2024

Zerubbabel’s mind was occupied by more pressing matters. Leaders must not only lead in the moment of crisis, but they must also lead us into the future. Before Zerubbabel can lead into the future, God must rebuild his faith and confidence.

Sermon: God’s Promise of Turnaround Haggai 2:18-23 “Think about this eighteenth day of December, the day when the foundation of the Lord’s Temple was laid. Think carefully. I am giving you a promise now while the seed is still in the barn. You have not yet harvested your grain, and your grapevines, ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:18-23, Zechariah 4:6-10

Denomination: Methodist

"Think About Such Things”

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 25, 2022

Probably nothing can contribute more to the quality of our lives than a positive attitude. And yet, sometimes it is so easy for us to become critical. And we end up focusing on the negative.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is a revised version of a message contributed earlier to Sermon Central) TEXT: Philippians 4:8; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18; Proverbs 23:7 This morning I want to talk about two ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-18, Proverbs 23:7, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 46 - Are You Running Away? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Nov 29, 2023

Are you trying to run away from God ordained relationships because you are unable to handle them? Stop and get back to God and submit to His authority. The Lord can do wonders to restore relationships, and He will bring peace to our restless hearts.

If one were to describe this period of time, in which we are living, we can depict it as a time when people are constantly running away. We hear of families who are in distress, because the husband or wife chose to walk away from home leaving their spouse and children in a state of abandonment. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9, Genesis 16:1-2, Genesis 16:8, Revelation 3:7, Deuteronomy 28:23, Genesis 16:4-6, Genesis 16:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The God Of All Comfort

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 30, 2022

We all go through difficulties, but do we depend on God for strength, comfort, and peace through our difficulties? Is He for us the "Father of compassion" and the "God of all comfort"?

The God of All Comfort God comforts us in our trouble so that we can bring the love of God and comfort others. 1 Corinthians 1:3-4 Illustration A very common story, that I'm sure just about every person in this room can understand... A young child is playing with his friends at the park on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ