Sermons on Use Of Languages:

You Got Future Plans?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2009

It is good to have goals, but goals will disappoint us if we leave God out of them. There is no point in making plans as though God did not exist, because the future is in His hands. That man walks most safely who has the least confidence in himself.

Opening illustration: Fortuneteller, gazing into crystal ball, to frog: You are going to meet a beautiful young woman. From the moment she sets eyes on you she will have an insatiable desire to know all about you. She will be compelled to get close to you - you’ll fascinate her." Frog: "Where am I? ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Child-Sized House

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 2, 2009

Let us commit to building a church building with room for personal response to Christ and not business as usual; with room for spontaneity and not control; with room for those who need healing and not for exploitation.

When our children were small, we often took them to the Smithsonian museums, to try and cram a little culture into heads usually preoccupied with cartoons or sports. The best place to go was the Museum of American History, because there were so many different kinds of exhibits and so many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 7 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

If you have grown up in church, there is a good chance that somewhere along the way, you have heard this phrase, “Be in the world, but not of the world.” And depending on what church you grew up in, that could mean all kinds of things…but let’s be honest, sometimes that idea is what turns ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Transformative Power Of Love 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 10, 2024

We delve into the profound truths of 1 Corinthians 13, where the Apostle Paul expounds on the transformative power of love. Paul reveals the essence of genuine love and its indispensable role in our lives as followers of Christ.

Title: The Transformative Power of Love 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truths of 1 Corinthians 13, where the Apostle Paul expounds on the transformative power of love. In this passage, Paul reveals the essence of genuine love and its indispensable role in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, 1 John 4:7, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Ephesians 5:2, 1 Corinthians 13:8, Romans 13:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Not In Vain Series

Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 10, 2013

A brief look at how we can avoid taking God's name in vain. Some things most don't think about that can injure our relationship to God.

Not In Vain Today we will look at the 3rdcommandment: Exodus 20:7 "You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes his name in vain. Many times we have heard of this command and many times I would guess that we thought of it ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Dec 17, 2023

Proverbs 4

Wisdom | Proverbs 04 “The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting. It has been found difficult; and left untried.” GK Chesterton “Hear my sons/children…” - The way of wisdom moves beyond Solomon’s son to his children. “Give attention to know understanding…” “Do not forsake my ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Light And He Can Be Found

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 8, 2014

Even those who are not Christian are being drawn to the light and vision of God in Christ..

Thursday of 5th Week in Course 2014 Lumen Fidei The people of Israel were called to be a light to the nations. Even in the early books of the Bible, we see this. Abraham was to be a blessing for all peoples. Israel was supposed to be totally faithful to the One God, and her worship was supposed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Catholic

Spiritual Discernment Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

Through a study of 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, Paul will show us where to find the true secret wisdom and real spirituality.

Spiritual Discernment 1 Corinthians 2 Would you like to know the secret to true wisdom? Would you like to find the keys to deeper living, to higher-level spirituality? From ancient times people have sought some kind of deeper, hidden special knowledge or insight that offers the key to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Being A Follower Of Christ Is More Than A Career.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 2, 2001

Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost September 9th, 2001 Luke 14: 25-33 Heavenly Father empower each of us to be a true follower of Christ by submitting all to his service. Amen. Title: “Being a follower of Christ is more than a career.”

Fourteenth Sunday After Pentecost September 9th, 2001 Luke 14: 25-33 Heavenly Father empower each of us to be a true follower of Christ by submitting all to his service. Amen. Title: “Being a follower of Christ is more than a career.” As Jesus continues his journey to Jerusalem he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Lutheran

A Non-Repayable Debt Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 25, 2022

All people owe a non-repayable debt to the Lord. If He dismisses our debt, then we should extend the same courtesy to any of our debtors. If Jesus forgives us; we should forgive others. Our debt is forgiven through faith in Christ.

I have entitled our message this evening “A Non-repayable Debt,” and we will be looking at what is commonly called, “The Parable of the Unforgiving Servant.” “John Oglethorpe, in talking to John Wesley, once made the comment, ‘I never forgive.’ Mr. Wesley replied, ‘Then, Sir, I hope that you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Recovering Your Life Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 30, 2006

Life Management 101, part 3. This message examines Jesus’ use of time and challenges listeners to do what Jesus did with time - invest it, rather than spend it.

Recovering Your Life Life Management 101, part 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers July 2, 2006 Do you spend your time, or do you invest it? Okay, not a fair question. How do you use MOST of your time? Would you say you spend or invest most of your time? What’s the difference? When you use ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:32-38

Denomination: Free Methodist

Ruth Series: A Statement Of Blessing Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 5, 2025

Naomi's use of the “unfailing lovingkindness” term is a declaration that YHWH God has not abandoned His covenant love with Naomi and Ruth in that He orchestrated Boaz’s entrance into their lives.

BOOK OF RUTH: A STATEMENT OF BLESSING RUTH 2:1-23 #bookofruth #Goddidit INTRODUCTION… BOOK FACTS AND REMINDER OF HOMEWORK FROM LAST WEEK Welcome to week 2 of 4 as we work our way through the Book of Ruth in the Old Testament. Ruth is the 8th book overall in the Bible and is a historical narrative ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalms: Introduction Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 7, 2021

Introduction to sermon series on Psalms analyzing the Psalter through Walter Brueggemann's model of orientation-disorientation-reorientation. Uses various author's works including "The Messiah in the Psalms" by Daniel Segraves.

Psalms: Introduction The book of Psalms is widely used as devotional literature. It has been for centuries and millennia. It was the liturgical songbook of Israel. It was the first hymnal of the first church. The psalter is such a part of Western culture that Psalm 23 finds itself in the rap ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 9, 2024

The Great Controversy is over. Satan and his followers have been destroyed and all traces of sin and evil are forever gone. At that time our planet will undergo a radical transformation. Cleansed and restored to its original state and ready to be the forever home of God’s people.

August 10, 2024 The Great Controversy is over. Satan and his followers have been destroyed and all traces of sin and evil are forever gone. At that time our planet will undergo a radical transformation. Cleansed and restored to its original state and ready to be the forever home of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17, Isaiah 25:8, 1 Corinthians 15:54-55, Ezekiel 37:26-27, 1 Kings 6:19-20, Jeremiah 3:16-17, Isaiah 60:3-20, Ezekiel 47:1-12, Genesis 3:22-24, Micah 4:1-4, 1 Corinthians 13:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sex Is Not Just A Three Lettered Word

Contributed by David Delk on Jan 21, 2002

Why is sex so dangerous, and how can sex be everything God wants it to be for us. We are going to take a comprehensive look at what the Bible has to say about sex.

Why is sex so dangerous, and how can sex be everything God wants it to be for us. We are going to take a comprehensive look at what the Bible has to say about sex. It is really interesting today, though, because sex is such an incredibly important part of our culture. It is the driving force in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12, Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational