Sermons on Unmet Needs:

Funeral Sermon For An Adult With Special Needs

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 29, 2019

I know this is a pretty specific topic, but when this issue came up for me this week, I had a hard time finding any guidance. This is what I came up with, and I hope it helps you.

Opening Statement LORD, my heart is not proud; my eyes are not haughty. I do not get involved with things too great or too difficult for me. 2 Instead, I have calmed and quieted myself like a little weaned child with its mother; I am like a little child. 3 Israel, put your hope in the LORD, both ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Touch And See Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 18, 2021

In the sermon this week Jesus is trying to ground the disciples’ faith in the reality of his presence, in the concreteness of his being.

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER, YEAR B In the sermon this week Jesus is trying to ground the disciples’ faith in the reality of his presence, in the concreteness of his being. He told them to touch him; he ate in front of them. He was announcing that he was real. Jesus was doing something else when he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Walking And Leaping Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Sep 12, 2016

The Gate may be called Beautiful, but the scene was anything but. What can we learn about helping those in need from Peter's decision to give?

We’ve been studying the book of Acts and have reached a series of events that covers two chapters consisting of three scenes: at the Beautiful Gate, in front of the council, and gathered together with the believers. We’ll examine one scene each week because I know no one wants me to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Them

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 6, 2009

We cannot force people to come to Christ; but, we must let them come by providing opportunities for them to witness the power of God in our lives.

Mark 8: 31 – 38 / Let Them Intro: It was 1928. A man was at the side of the road working on his Ford auto that he couldn’t get to run. --- A new Ford pulled up, out stepped a well-dressed gentleman in a derby with a cane. He looked at the engine and suggested, “If you’ll adjust this screw here, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Longing For More

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 9, 2012

A sermon on spiritual dryness, lack of enthusiasm, lack of growth, and desires (Material adapted from Ruth Barton's book, Sacred Rhythms, chapter 1 entitled Longing for More)

Introduction: U2 sang these lyrics: You broke the bonds and you Loosed the chains Carried the cross Of my shame Oh my shame You know I believe it Sounds great, about Jesus but then they sing: But I still haven't found what I'm looking for WBTU: Don’t jump to conclusions or judgments here. ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Greatness: The Pathway To Greatness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 3, 2013

Jesus redefined greatness for His disciples - not to go for positions of privilege and power, but to be a servant and serve the needs of others.

Jesus redefined what it means to be great, at Christmas • Phil 2:6-9 “Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, 7 but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

For This I Have Jesus

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 17, 2013

We are to lay aside anything in our life that hinders our course of running this race for our Lord, of living a life pleasing to Him. Knowing that He is all we need Who can fill every void in our life.

Opening illustration: A Jewish man in Hungary went to his rabbi and complained, “Life is unbearable. There are nine of us living in one room. What can I do?” The rabbi answered, “Take your goat into the room with you.” The man was skeptical, but the rabbi insisted, “Do ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hosea On The Human Condition Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Aug 21, 2014

The Gospel According to Hosea Hosea on the Human Condition, part 10

The Gospel According to Hosea Hosea on the Human Condition, part 10 Hosea chapter 9 David Taylor We are in the midst of our summer series, The Gospel According to Hosea, looking at God's faithful love toward an unfaithful people. If you remember, the first three chapters set the stage for why we ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 26, 2014

Our Speech, Others Needs, Pride

LIFE APP – Taming the Tongue James 3:1-12 (p. 848) September 28, 2014 Introduction: “In the ‘Wizard of Oz’ when the scarecrow speaks to Dorothy, she is amazed and asks, “him how he can talk when his brain is made of straw. The Scarecrow replies, “That ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What The Church Should Do With Its Casualties

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 4, 2022

Some who would try to convince us that there are contradictions in the Bible, point to Galatians, chapter six, to try to prove their point.

• Verse 2 says, "Bear ye one another's burdens..." • Verse 5 says, "For every man shall bear his own burden." They err because they do not realize Paul was speaking of two different things. Verse 5 refers to people who, like soldiers, must bear their own ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Christ And The Hungry Multitude Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 11, 2025

There were 5000 men not including women and children. God not only wanted to meet their spiritual needs, but the physical needs as well. God has a desire to meet our needs.

Christ’s attitude toward the multitudes: sets before us the principles of all true missionary work. The multitude followed because of miracles, but he was anxious to satisfy their need, not entertain them with wonders. He knew they were hungry. Typical. I. They Failed to See Him as ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Human Need In God's Kingdom

Contributed by Dianabasi Essien on Mar 30, 2025

In God's kingdom, we often emphasize the importance of faith, obedience, and spiritual growth. However, there's another aspect that's equally vital: human need. Our vulnerabilities, weaknesses, and limitations are not liabilities to be ashamed...

The Value of Human Need in God's Kingdom: A Sermon on Luke 6:1-11 Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Let us turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Luke, chapter 6, verses 1 through 11. Here, we find two seemingly separate incidents – Jesus and his disciples plucking and eating grain on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:1-11

Spread The Love

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Sep 10, 2023

We are commanded to spread love, but what is love? Is it a need or an emotion? Why does God want us to love one another?

Lately in the news there have been stories of an Angel in Rowlette TX. Several times over the last few weeks, a mystery guest has left $2000 tips for servers in restaurants. It’s been 3 times in the last 3 weeks. When the pandemic first started, restaurants were ordered to be closed to dining. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12, Proverbs 13:12, 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Other

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 18, 2023

Paul teaches the Philippians the secret of contentment

Technicolor JOY: Philippians 4:10-13 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 09-17-2023 Red Diamond In 1990, a farmer in Brazil needed some water for his field. He noticed a rock covered in mud and picked it up to examine it. He had no way of knowing that he had just found the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

o Do you have an intentional plan for your own spiritual growth? o Do you know what spiritual growth is? o Have you asked God how you can serve in His church and in His Kingdom.

Last week after our church meeting, Crystal prayed us out, and as she was praying the word “nesting” came to her. What a perfect way to describe the situation for CPC and perhaps THE church as well. Also, during our meeting, discipleship was discussed. CPC is a young church in terms of our launch ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 1 Corinthians 3:3, Colossians 1:9-10