Sermons on Ungodly Siblings:

Holy Communion: Way Better Than A Potluck Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 5, 2017

What exactly is Holy Communion? This sermon takes a look at what the Bible says.

“We’re having a potluck next week. Please plan accordingly!” What’s your reaction when you see such an announcement in the church bulletin? Are you among those who loves potlucks because you enjoy jamming your plate with two different kinds of salads, perogies nestled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Letting Go And Moving On Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

The power to forgive past offenses and create a better future is powerfully demonstrated by Joseph. How did he do it? He says, "Am I in the place of God," and "God intended it for good."

LETTING GO AND MOVING ON—Genesis 50:12-21 A few years ago, I was visiting the town where I grew up, and I ran into someone I had never met, who knew my sister. As we made the connection, she asked me, “Are you the brother who pulled her doll in half?” Well, I guess I was pulling on the legs of her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Are You?

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 7, 2018

This sermon examines God's question in Genesis 3:9: "Where are you?" It looks at where are Adam and Eve in relation to God. It looks at where we are, and where God can be found. This sermon also uses the analogy of Hide and Seek to advance the thought.

For some reason, it seems that every kid loves the game, “Hide and Seek.” My siblings have always enjoyed it. My cousins have always liked it, and it is one of my nephew’s favorite games. The children of my friends always want me to play it with them as well. Kids love to hide, and then to be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15, Psalm 130:1-2, Psalm 130:7-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Thou Shalt Not Covet

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 21, 2018

Thou shalt not covet

THOU SHALT NOT COVET By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 21, 2018) “Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour’s wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor anything that is thy neighbour’s” [Exodus 20:17, King James ...read more

Denomination: Friends

One Month To Live - Pt. 4 - After Me? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on May 9, 2018

The clock is ticking! Limited time! Limited days! What would you do if you knew that your time was about to be up?

Pt. 4 - After Me? I. Introduction Every father wants their child’s first word to be dad. Mom’s want it to be mom. And we never forget the first time we hear them say it. There is another word that children seem to learn at almost the same speed of “dada” or “mama” and that word is “MINE”! Every ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-7, Isaiah 38:1-6, Isaiah 39:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is With Us

Contributed by George Durham on Dec 20, 2017

God is with us because he wants to be

GOD WITH YOU Matt.1:23 Look, the virgin shall conceive & bear a son, & they shall name him EMMANUEL," which means, "GOD IS WITH YOU." Once upon a time, a certain king was very rich & very powerful. He lived in a huge palace, & all the kings around him bowed before his might. While traveling ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

We Have A Job To Do

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 18, 2017

According to God's Holy Word we CAN absolutely know for certain that we will spend eternity with Jesus. In the meantime, what should we be doing? Are we saved just so we can relax or are we saved to extend God's grace to those who are lost in sin?

Scripture Reading: John 14:15-24 (Please open your Bibles to this text) Last week we took a look the most important question of any moment in time which is, “If Jesus returns or you go to meet Him, are you ready? Are you saved?” And we found that it is not only possible but it is the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Church Fully Equipped With Real Wisdom

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 12, 2017

Real wisdom comes from the Spirit, it concentrates on Christ, and it culminates in glory.

Who is the smartest person you know? A teacher who can spit out just about any math formula known to mankind? A mentor at your workplace who consistently makes decisions that benefit the company? A family member whose common sense has gotten you and others out of many tight spots? It is a blessing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Forgiveness

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018

Forgiveness is powerful. Unforgiveness can also be powerful: when we refuse to forgive those who have wronged us, we ironically and powerfully hurt ourselves.

Jesus often told people, "Your sins are forgiven." What a stunning statement. Forgiveness is powerful. Unforgiveness can also be powerful: when we refuse to forgive those who have wronged us, we ironically and powerfully hurt ourselves. Lewis Smedes once said, "Forgiving is the only way to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Apostolic

James Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 9, 2022

Even after more than two years of miracles, James is a skeptic. It would, after all, be rather hard to swallow the idea that the brother you had grown up with was the Son of God.

Jesus came from a big family. Matthew 13:55-56 names Jesus' brothers: James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas and mentions sisters (plural), so He had at least six siblings. James is consistently named first when Jesus' brothers are listed, which in his day likely meant that he was the eldest of ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Did The Affliction Of Naomi Cause Ruth To Become Active?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 5, 2023

The book of Ruth shows how God used three people to achieve his purpose. It also tells the story of how God’s grace was given during a challenging time.

THE AFFLICTION OF NAOMI Ruth 1:1-22, (16) The book of Ruth shows how God used three people to achieve his purpose. These three people had character and were true to God. It also tells the story of how God’s grace was given during a challenging time. We can see that Naomi used her life as a ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22, Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Kingdom Keys - Malachi Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 6, 2023

One of the great enemies of God is apathy. A lack of interest in God is the same as rejection without declaration.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Conversation With God

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 14, 2023

Moses had a special relationship with the Lord. Do we seek this?

A Conversation with God Exodus 33:12-23 Moses was an extraordinary person who lived in extraordinary times. The nation of Israel was in great danger. Unlike the situation that Modern Israel faces today, it was not the invasion of its territory by its neighbors. It was under threat by Yahweh ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Woman, Behold Thy Son Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 27, 2021

As Jesus endured the sufferings and horrors of the cross, He remained concerned for the well-being of others. In this compelling statement, we find Jesus made both physical and spiritual provision for His mother.

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19: 26-27 We have now come to the 3rd of Jesus’ sayings upon the cross. Literally these are two statements, but they are typically combined as the 3rd saying because they are within the same context. They both share the same idea and reveal a common desire of our ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Behold Thy Mother Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 7, 2021

The third saying from the cross of our Lord provided provision for His mother. Even as He hung in agony, dying to atone for sin, He was concerned with the well-being of His mother.

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19: 26-27 We have now come to the 3rd of Jesus’ sayings upon the cross. Literally these are two statements, but they are typically combined as the 3rd saying because they are within the same context. They both share the same idea and reveal a common desire of our ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27

Denomination: Baptist