Sermons on Unprofitable Servants:

Elisha’s Ministry – Elisha Organises The Anointing Of Jehu King Of Israel 2 Kings 9 And 10 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 21, 2022

The time had come for God's vengeance to fall on the whole dynasty of Ahab and Jezebel and God appointed Jehu for that purpose. Elisha organised his anointing and Jehu carried out that task with zeal. Elisha is coming to the end of his ministry.

ELISHA’S MINISTRY – ELISHA ORGANISES THE ANOINTING OF JEHU KING OF ISRAEL 2 Kings 9 and 10 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 20 There are longer than normal scripture passages in this message. We will see the overthrow of the wicked empire of Ahab and Jezebel. This is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:1-14, 2 Kings 9:25-26, 2 Kings 9:35-36, 2 Kings 10:21-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Who Remembers Us

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 31, 2024

THE LORD REMEMBERS 1. HIS COVENANT 2. OUR FAITHFULNESS 3. OUR SERVICE 4. OUR REPROACH 5. OUR OFFERINGS 6. OUR PRAYERS AND GOOD DEEDS 7. OUR FRAILTY

THE LORD WHO REMEMBERS US OUTLINE 1. THE LORD REMEMBERS HIS COVENANT AND DELIVERS US 2. THE LORD REMEMBERS OUR FAITHFULNESS AND SHOWS MERCY TO US 3. THE LORD REMEMBERS OUR SERVICE AND BLESSES US 4. THE LORD REMEMBERS OUR REPROACH AND ANSWERS OUR PRAYERS 5. THE LORD REMEMBERS OUR OFFERINGS ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

24. David Spares Saul's Life (Again) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 10, 2025

Some tests in life keep coming back. You thought you had passed them, moved on, and maybe even grown stronger from them, only to wake up and find yourself right back in the same battle.True maturity is not only seen in what we can do, but in what we choose not to do, out of reverence for God.

David Spares Saul’s Life - Again September 10, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 26 Some tests in life keep coming back. You thought you had passed them, moved on, and maybe even grown stronger from them—only to wake up and find yourself right back in the same ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Getting Free From Unforgiveness

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 25, 2025

Forgiveness cancels hidden debts, breaks Satan’s claim, restores compassion, and lets God’s grace and healing flood every relationship and heart.

Introduction I’m delighted this morning to share what the Lord has been teaching me. The Lord often teaches me through what He’s doing in my own life—and that, I’ve found, is the best way to learn. Let’s begin with the Lord’s Prayer in Matthew 6. Jesus taught us to pray, “Forgive us our debts, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15, Ephesians 4:23-32

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

So Near -- So Far

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 29, 2025

Older brothers get lost at home—close to God yet far from His heart—but the Father invites them inside to enjoy His joy.

INTRODUCTION – MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Today our nation pauses to remember those who gave their lives for freedom. For many, Memorial Day is a date on the calendar; for me, it is a name. My older brother Bob, now laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery, reminds me that freedom always carries a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 8:15-17, Psalm 103:10-13, Galatians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Nobody, Nobody Noticed Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002

God is the answer to our search for significance.

"A NOBODY, NOBODY NOTICED" 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 INTRODUCTION TO SERIES: At the end of each calendar year USA Today, CNN and The Gallup organization ask the question: “Who are your heroes?” -Or- “Name the people you most admire.” Here’s the top ten results from last year.: #1- George W. Bush ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Extreme Makeover: Thick Skin Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

The changes God wants to see in us.

Extreme Makeover: Thick Skin Sunday, April 2nd, 2006 I was in Ethan’s room the other night after he had already fallen asleep. I looked at the outline of his body underneath the covers and it was hard to believe how far down those little legs went. I remember spending Sunday afternoons watching ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Preparing For A Showdown

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 18, 2010

Jacob Prepares to Meet Easu. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Genesis chapter 32 verses 1-21: Ill: • James Whistler, the Victorian artist, • Showed scant respect for the hierarchy of any profession. • When his poodle fell ill with a throat infection, • The artist sent immediately for the country’s leading ear, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

Hollywood Props Part 2 Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 15, 2010

A study of chapter 13 verses 8 through 23

Ezekiel 13: 8 – 23 ‘Hollywood props’ Part 2 “8 Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: “Because you have spoken nonsense and envisioned lies, therefore I am indeed against you,” says the Lord GOD. 9 “My hand will be against the prophets who envision futility ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:8-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Shaped For Serving God Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 1, 2007

Part 5 in series The Purpose-Driven Life, this message looks at Ministry, the fourth of God’s five principal purposes for our lives.

Shaped for Serving God The Purpose-Driven Life, part 5 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers November 11, 2007 In spite of enormous success, Elvis Presley was, according to friends, an unfulfilled and unhappy man. He died of obesity and drug dependency at 42. And in an interview with his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Nehemiah's Prayer: A Prayer For Revival Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 18, 2015

If we want to experience revival in our land, we must cry out to God, praise His name, confess our sins, claim His promises, and commit to serving Him.

Before the opening day of duck season, two hunters bought a bird dog. They had heard that such a dog would make their hunting experience much more enjoyable and profitable. So when the big day came, they were up bright and early. They hunted all day, but as the sun began to set, they hadn’t ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Love Forgives Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 4, 2013

This sermon explores what Scripture says about love and forgiveness.

Introduction: A. I want to begin today’s sermon with a few cartoons to get us thinking about forgiveness and how difficult and confusing a subject it can be. 1. The first cartoon shows a wife saying to her husband, “Forgive you?...Sure I’ll forgive you…the moment I see ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Invitation To The Royal Wedding Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

The parable about how the Jews rejected Jesus offers a spiritual application for us as well.

INTRODUCTION Everybody loves a wedding. A little girl was attending her first wedding with her mom. She was in awe at the decorations, candles and music. She was thrilled when the bride came walking down the aisle dressed in a flowing wedding gown. She leaned over and asked, “Mom, why is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Credit For Paying Attention

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 24, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Kings 3: 1 – 28

1 Kings 3: 1 – 28 Credit for paying attention 3 Now Solomon made a treaty with Pharaoh king of Egypt, and married Pharaoh’s daughter; then he brought her to the City of David until he had finished building his own house, and the house of the LORD, and the wall all around Jerusalem. 2 Meanwhile the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Series: Do Not Limit The Holy One Of Israel (Part 5): God Will Assign Someone To Your Case!

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Generational Wealth, also called family wealth or multi-generational wealth which is wealth passed down from one generation to another, is very significant. Christians create generational wealth by investing in the Kingdom of God. The Shunemite Woman is a typical example...

DO NOT LIMIT THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL (PART 5): GOD WILL ASSIGN SOMEONE TO YOUR CASE! 1. 2 Kings 8:1 Then Elisha spoke to the woman whose son he had restored to life, saying, “Arise and go, you and your household, and stay wherever you can; for the Lord has called for a famine, and furthermore, it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-6, Psalm 78:41

Denomination: Charismatic