Sermons on Unlovable:

Ruth 2: God Provides Generous Justice Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 16, 2020

Ruth has 3 strikes against her: a widow, a foreigner, and fatherless. God provides by the law of gleaning, and the righteousness of Boaz.

Ruth 2: God Provides GENEROUS JUSTICE ***My father told me about his great-grandfather, a farmer who emigrated to America, along with many from his church in the Netherlands. Unfortunately, the man’s wife died, leaving him with three young children. He hired a teenage girl to watch the children, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23, Psalm 146:5-9, Deuteronomy 10:17-18, Leviticus 19:9-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ruth 4: God Provides A Redeemer Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 16, 2020

Boaz is the "goel"--the guardian-Redeemer. God is the Redeemer, and Jesus is our Kinsman-Redeemer.

Ruth 4: God Provides a REDEEMER (Preacher: I began with a children’s message, asking the children about their favorite fairy tale or animated movie. Is there a rescuer? Someone is in trouble, and they are rescued. At a deeper level, right or good wins, love overcomes, wrong is defeated by a hero ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22, Genesis 38:1-30, Isaiah 54:4-5, Hebrews 2:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The 7 Characteristics Of The Perfect Way Of Love

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 13, 2022

Today we consider the most perfect way of life that anyone can live, the way of love. And we’ll be addressing the 7 ways we can best understand and live out the way of love.

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven. For he makes his sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends rain on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Matthew 5:43-48, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Salvation Army

"this Holy Mystery"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 31, 2023

A sermon about God's prevenient grace and the mystery of the wisdom of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

“This Holy Mystery” 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 As you know, life is full of mystery. The deepest, richest and most complex theories that science can ever come up with highlight the fact that there is still a depth of mystery that goes way beyond it all. We can study biology and human genetics and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Prejudice Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 21, 2023

True religion doesn’t play favorites.

INTRODUCTION • When we began this series last week, I talked about the practical and straightforward teachings in the Book of James. • Last week we started the series with a practical message about living out the message. • As we spend time together in James, we will examine ways to live out the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Father's Day 2023

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2023

This is a very simple message for Father's on their day. it looks at some of the things we should be as Fathers using the Word FATHER.

FATHER’S DAY 2023 BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH JOHN 8:32 THEN YOU WILL KNOW THE TRUTH, AND THE TRUTH WILL SET YOU FREE.” INTRODUCTION: WELL, AS I DID A WEB SEARCH FOR “GREAT MEN” QUOTES, I FOUND MANY THAT EXPRESSED A RATHER PRAGMATIC AND, IN MY OPINION, UNBIBLICAL VIEW OF MANHOOD. HERE ARE A FEW: ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Baptist

Satan’s Deadly Political Leader: The Antichrist Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 2, 2023

This message explores the Antichrist's rise to power, and the vicious and merciless war he will inflict on humanity. However, God is so good that in the midst of hell on earth He still gives us hope we can trust!

Alpha and Omega, Part 38, Revelation Part 15 Satan’s Deadly Political Leader: The Antichrist Revelation 13:1-10 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin has been provided through Jesus; we have a choice - Last week, we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Daniel 7:8, Daniel 11:36-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be More Encouraging To Our Brothers And Sisters In Christ Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2023

Romans 14 is a key passage on potential disagreements with fellow believers. What does this passage teach us about being more encouraging in our church families?

DANGER SIGNS: 1. AM I TRIPPING UP MY BROTHER OR SISTER IN CHRIST? - Romans 14:13b, 15b. - In church arguments and fights, so often our focus is on showing everyone how right we are. - Here, though, in v. 13b, we are instructed not to put a stumbling block in front of a brother or sister. - Let ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of The Times

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 7, 2024

Some signs of the times, of the end of the age (Points 2 through 5 are from Billy Graham in an article called "Peace with God" and reprinted in Decision Magazine January 2000)

HoHum: So aliens come to earth and there's a huge televised event with all the world leaders in attendance. The Pope asks, "Do you know of Jesus Christ?” The aliens say, "Do we Ever? Awesome guy!! Swings by the planet every couple of years to say Hi!” The Pope exclaims, "Every ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:4, Luke 17:26-30, 1 Timothy 4:1-2, Matthew 24:12-13, Matthew 24:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Please Use The Servant Entrance

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 23, 2020

We naturally want to be in control of our lives and focus on taking care of ourselves first. But Jesus set the example of being a servant.

If you were to ask me what my favorite TV show is right now, I think I would have to answer “West Wing.” I’m really enjoying the opportunity to see something of the inner workings of the white house and how policies come together. Today’s text, the story of the birth of Jesus, leaves me thinking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Philippians 2:7, Matthew 20:26, Matthew 23:11

Freedom

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 2, 2021

It is by our genuine obedient faith in Jesus and His atoning work on the cross that makes us free. When we surrender our life to Jesus and His death on the cross which paid for our sins, we can be really free. This freedom supersedes anything any nation or people can provide for us.

Alba 7-4-2021 FREEDOM Romans 1:26-32 Today is the 4th of July, otherwise known as Independence Day. 245 years ago, our forefathers pledged their honor and their lives to the formation of a new nation free from outside interference and control. On the 2d of July 1776, a resolution declaring the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

People Matter Most

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Jul 10, 2021

The christian life has many rituals but the most important requirement of the christian is to treat your brother with love.

Four to hang Three sent up for stealing Woman found guilty or drug charge Two on sex charges Crime and violence are pervading our society leaving in its wake, weeping mothers and fathers, brothers and sisters, relatives and friends. Those who crime does affect, vehicular accidents are affecting, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-7, Isaiah 58:10, Matthew 5:13-14, Luke 10:33-36

Denomination: Adventist

Mastering Oneself.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 14, 2020

God has called the body to shepherd the flock, The rewards are eternal. This message was a tremendous blessing to all. I am natures greatest miracle.

Mastering Oneself. 1 Peter 5:1-11NKJV Let me point out from the very beginning; The only way to master oneself is for him or her to surrender theirselves to Jesus. Again, Mastering oneself is a life of submission to Jesus! What I submit to you this morning is that this early group of leaders ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11, Psalm 55:22, James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 6, 2020

The main purpose of this parable is to get us to ask a question. Do we have this unique Jesus-character of pity and compassion? A Jesus-character that is at the heart of being a neighbour.

Message Luke 10:25-37 The Good Samaritan Today we are going to look at a parable which – probably – is the most well-known of all of Jesus parables. Why do I say this? Well in Clarence Town, which is the Hunter Valley in New South Wales, there is an organisation which rescues donkeys from ill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Searching For Jesus

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Jan 23, 2021

The story of Joseph and Mary searching for Jesus is an invitation to consider where your are in your journey of faith. If your relationship with God has grown stale, the good news is that Jesus is right where he is supposed to be, just waiting for you to find him.

When Jesus was 12 years old, his parents went to Jerusalem as they did every year at the feast of the Passover. When the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it, but supposing him to be in the company, they went a day's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Other