Sermons on Unfinished:

Laying Down Our Lives Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 23, 2020

We must have sacrificial and unconditional love for all people because Jesus showed us this way to love others.

IT WAS NOVEMBER 19, 1863, WHEN PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN SPOKE IN GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA, SAYING “...WE HAVE COME TO DEDICATE A PORTION OF THAT FIELD, AS A FINAL RESTING PLACE FOR THOSE WHO HERE GAVE THEIR LIVES THAT THAT NATION MIGHT LIVE. IT IS ALTOGETHER FITTING AND PROPER THAT WE SHOULD DO ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13, 1 John 3:16, Romans 5:7-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

Not By Might But By My Spirit

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 8, 2025

This sermon proclaims that God’s work in rebuilding His temple—and in strengthening His people today—is never accomplished by human effort but solely by the empowering, obstacle-flattening, hope-renewing work of the Holy Spirit.

Not by Might but by My Spirit Zechariah 4:1-9 Let’s begin with the remarkable story of how God’s people — weary from exile yet renewed by hope — rebuilt the house of the Lord. Because of their idolatry, moral corruption, and rejection of God’s prophets, the nation of Judah fell to ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Redeeming Your Time - 5 Biblical Truths About Time And Productivity Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the biblical command to redeem our time, the concept of time in scripture, and how we can apply these teachings to improve our productivity and service to God's Kingdom.

We are commanded throughout scripture to “redeem our time.” Because “the days are evil” and we are running out of time to do the “will of the Lord.” If our aim is to redeem our time, it is imperative that we start with God’s word. Here are five things scripture says about time and our role in it. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: Time Redemption, Biblical Productivity, Divine Stewardship

Sermon Series: Redeeming Your Time

He Came To Seek And To Save

Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 19, 2004

A textual sermon breaking down the purpose of why Christ came. Simple, 4-point outline with cross-references and illustrations.

He Came to Seek and to Save by Pastor Tim Gresham Text: Luke 19:10 I. His Incarnation is Selfless “For the Son of Man has come….” Incarnation (Lat. in and caro, stem carn, meaning “flesh”). In the context of Christian theology, the act whereby the eternal Son of God, the Second Person of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Help Build A Sanctuary?

Contributed by Richard Beeman on Feb 23, 2004

This is a sermon on tithing that is tied in with our mission to win the world to Christ.

The computer network that is being used in the Olympic Games in Salt Lake City last year used 32,000 miles of optical fiber cable with 225 computer servers. There were 1,850 fax machines, 1,210 printers and 4,500 workstations and laptops being used in order to keep up with all the facts and figures ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Securing The Throne Through Wisdom And Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter teaches us that godly leadership must be built on wisdom, obedience, and strategic decision-making. It is not enough to be anointed; to preserve what God has given, a leader must walk in spiritual sensitivity, boldness, and careful stewardship.

SECURING THE THRONE THROUGH WISDOM AND OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 2:1-46 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; Deuteronomy 17:18-20; Joshua 1:8-9; Psalm 1:1-3; Ecclesiastes 8:5 INTRODUCTION: As David approached the end of his life, he called Solomon to his side and gave him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joyful Love Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 10, 2003

Paul is in prison and he has this joyful love because he has a confidence in God. He can write in Philippians 1:6, “Be confident of this that He, who began a good work in you will carry it out until the day of Christ Jesus.”

Intro: God’s Faithfulness It wasn’t too long ago I was attending a meeting in Scotland. I was in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland and I was looking for a place to park. I received advise on how to find a good place to park. My friend told me to drive up to the top of the nearby observatory ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

You Are No Accident Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 10, 2008

Realize your significance in God’s story.

YOU ARE NO ACCIDENT Exodus 2.1-25 S: God’s Plan C: Following God’s Call Th: Movin’ On Up! Pr: REALIZE YOUR SIGNIFICANCE IN GOD’S STORY. Type: Inductive I. DELIVERED II. PREPARED III. FIRED IV. HUMBLED PA: How is the change to be observed? • Realize that you are an unfinished work • Don’t take ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Battle Of The Sexes: Save The Male

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Jun 26, 2007

This evotional continues the Battle of the Sexes series.

Battle of the Sexes: Save the Male 03.07.07 Mark Batterson This evotional continues the Battle of the Sexes series. To listen to the podcast or watch the webcast, visit www.theaterchurch.com. Or check out Pastor Mark’s blog @ www.markbatterson.com. In Florence, Italy there is a museum that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Plan For Spiritual Misfits Series

Contributed by David Selleck on Oct 26, 2006

Second in a series of messages from Michael Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" God’s Annoying Love for Imperfect People.

Template Oct 8, 2006 Messy Spirituality Series 2 Felt Need: What is God’s plan for my life, why is this so difficult to figure out? Desired Results: Persons would hear the Good News of God’s grace and know that they are loved and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Message: God’s plan for Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

You Are Something To Behold

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 28, 2025

Human worth does not come from ability but from God’s image in us, fully affirmed in Jesus’ incarnation, cross, and resurrection.

I want to speak to you about what gives human beings value — what gives us worth. We must take people seriously as beings of immeasurable value. Human worth isn’t something we earn — it’s something we are given. I am profoundly proud to be a human being. Our species is astonishing. The Psalmist ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Psalm 8:3-5, Matthew 25:40, Romans 5:8, John 1:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Whack-A-Mole

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 15, 2025

Joshua 5 shows God dismantling the inner battles that keep resurfacing, calling us from self-struggle to surrender on holy ground where victory begins.

INTRODUCTION — THE GAME There’s a sound most of us can recognize instantly — even if it has been decades since we heard it. A ding… a buzz… a wooden mallet striking rubber. And somewhere deep inside the memory, a child’s frustration mixed with sudden triumph. Whack-A-Mole. You remember the game. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"Greater Things" Series: By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jan 18, 2005

Remember, in the eyes of average people, average is always considered outstanding. Jesus however said, Greater things we will do & that’s a vast difference from "average things.." Let’s examine His words together!

Introduction "Greater Things." Sound a little suspicious? Just turn on the TV and it gives us enough to be suspicious about. Just today I listened to an Evangelist say, "Just name it and claim it.." I’m leary of that kind of preaching! However, it can’t be ignored that Jesus Himself said as He ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Abide In My Love

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 17, 2003

Short meditation on "Abide in my love"

Saxlingham 25-05-03 Short meditation on Abiding in the love of Christ Let us open in prayer Father, I pray that you will anoint my words this morning that they may be words for each of us from you. I ask what I say may be relevant in our Christian lives. We ask ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Anglican

Writing Acts Chapter 29, Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 6, 2004

If we follow God’s handbook written in 28 chapters, we can continue this ongoing movement in chapters 29 and beyond! [THE PURPOSE, PERSONALITY, AND POWER OF THIS BOOK!] Powerpoint at website for entire Acts Series!

Writing Acts Chapter 29 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Acts29.html Turn in your Bibles to Acts 29 [no such chapter!] You’ll notice there’s only 28 chapters…this is a new series (like Moses running a special: “bonus…11th commandment!”) Acts 1:1 Ill.--Schubert’s 8th—known as the “unfinished ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: Baptist