Sermons on Vocations:

The Power Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

If the God of the universe speaks into your very being saying, “I love you,” what else do you need?

On many of our minds this morning is the latest of a string of shootings. The latest happening this past Sunday at the nearby West Freeway Church of Christ here in Fort Worth. Our church has taken a number of steps to ensure your safety and will continue to do so. From a volunteer security team to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13, Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Your Identity Is Essential Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 13, 2023

Our world teaches that people can be whoever they identify themselves to be. The Word of God teaches you are who God says you are.

Your Identity is Essential Genesis 1:26-31 Rev. Brian Bill October 7-8, 2023 Parents, I want to give you a heads-up that parts of the sermon may not be appropriate for younger children. If your child is not ready to hear about sexuality and gender matters, feel free to step out while I’m praying. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

See Jesus! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 13, 2023

If you want to see Jesus this week, go to the place of death and go to the place of service. Find life in death. Find honor is service, because there you find Jesus Christ.

It was the Depression. The father was able to keep bread on the table, but that was it. When his little boy burst into the house excitedly talking about the circus coming to town, the father knew that he could not afford the $1 admission. The boy had never seen the circus and it wasn’t right that a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

United We Grow Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 28, 2024

We all win when we walk as one.

United We Grow Ephesians 4:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill February 24-25, 2024 On Thursday, I spoke at SecondWinders and decided to honor Pastor Ed for his nearly 45 years of faithful ministry at Edgewood. Get this. Pastor Ed has now served longer than Pastor Brown, who served as Senior Pastor here for 44 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Meet With You Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 21, 2024

If you want to meet with God today, welcome Him, worship Him, and appease Him by depending on the blood of Christ to cover all your sin.

There is a very famous place I had never heard of before this last month. It’s St. Peter's Church Hall in Liverpool, England. On the inside, it looks like a typical church gym except for the ornate wood cathedral ceiling and missing basketball hoops. Several years ago, St. Peter's was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:1-22, Hebrews 8:5, John 1:1, John 1:14, Ephesians 3:17, Revelation 21:3, 1 Timothy 4:13, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 John 4:10, Psalm 61:4, Psalm 91:4, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Messed Up… But God Cleaned Me Up! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2025

God’s mercy meets us in our deepest failures, offering forgiveness, cleansing, and restoration when we honestly confess and turn to Him with humble hearts.

If you’ve ever sat in the quiet and felt the ache of regret—the kind that whispers, “How did I end up here?”—you’re in good company. If you’ve replayed a conversation you can’t unsay, a click you can’t undo, a glance that went too far, a promise you didn’t keep, you’re not alone. The Bible doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-13

Topics: Sin, Confession

"The Surprising Birth Of Jesus"

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 13, 2001

In this message we will look at some things about the Christmas story that are surprising...

"THE BIRTH OF JESUS" It’s hard to believe that it’s almost Christmas, but it is. Let me give a top 10 list about the closeness of Christmas... YOU KNOW CHRISTMAS IS ALMOST HERE WHEN: 10) There are more pine needles on your carpet than on your tree 9) The credit card is smoked along with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's In Your Account?

Contributed by James May on Jul 27, 2003

Gehazi deposited his talents of silver in the tower and thought that he had gotten away with his secret sin, but God knows all and sees all and judgment has already been given.

WHAT’S IN YOUR ACCOUNT? 2 Kings 5:15-27 All of us have heard of the story of Namaan. He was a Syrian who was the commander of the armies of Benhadad II in the time of Joram, King of Israel. Namaan was afflicted with leprosy. Leprosy! Just saying the word sent chills down the spine and fear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doing God's Will Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

It’s one thing to know God’s will; it’s another to do it. God wants us to be pure, to love others, and He longs to have our lives attract others to the life-changing message of the gospel.

Doing God’s Will A wealthy man went up to his pastor and said, “I want you and your wife to take a three-month trip to the Holy Land at my expense. When you come back I’ll have a surprise for you.” Three months later they returned home and discovered that this man had built a beautiful new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Being Busy For Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

God doesn’t want us to be loafers while we wait for the appearing of His Son. Instead, we are to work hard, settle down, and earn our wages. We must never tire of doing what is right.

Being Busy for Christ For those of you who are wondering if I got my hair cut, the answer is “yes.” On Wednesday, I invited Harold Davis to speak about sheep at the Kiwanis club. He did a great job, as he did this summer when he helped us learn more about Psalm 23. In my introduction of Harold, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

Building Bigger Hearts Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Apr 7, 2003

Contentment doesn’t come from our circumstances. It comes from the heart. And that’s where the root of the problem really lies. Not in our wallets, but in our hearts.

My son, Evan, plays for the 10year old North Royalton travel team. The other day, the players received their uniforms. They are beautiful – very nice. And the hats! They are purple with a gold NR embroidered on the front. And they are fitted. Evan even has his number embroidered on the back ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Cross

Contributed by P. A. Solomon on Feb 1, 2007

A reading of Ephesians 1:15-2:10 shows you how the power of the cross impacts your life.

Subject : The Cross Text : Ephesians 1:15-2:10 Theme : The Power of the Cross Introduction : Power is a word much loved by us. Who doesn’t love power? We know that those with power have influence. Whether physical, political, financial, military or spiritual power we often find a strong ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Respect Authority Series

Contributed by Matthew Sullivan on Feb 19, 2008

We as we continue our study from Ephesians today we want to examine the great expectation God has given us to Respect Authority.

Respect Authority Ephesians 6:1-9 Great Expectations Matthew Sullivan You can tell what we’re going through when you come over to our house and check out the bookshelf. We’ve got James Dobson’s entire library: “Dare to Discipline”, “The Strong Willed Child”; “Parenting isn’t for Cowards.” I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Disappointment Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

Today I want to tell you about a fishing trip that took place after the Resurrection.

Hi, my name is Simon Peter. You’ve probably heard of some of my most embarrassing moments. It would take me all day to tell you about how my mouth has messed me up, and about how I let Jesus down, as well as the other disciples. Today I want to tell you about a fishing trip that took place after ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Speak Up

Contributed by Chris Talton on Oct 27, 2003

6 principles for knowing when to speak up and how to deal with consequences

Sept. 7, 2003 Esther 7 “Speak up!” INTRODUCTION Charlie Brown and one of his friends were discussing the problems of life as they walked down the road. After much discussion, Charlie Brown declared his problem solving philosophy. He said, “There’s no problem so big that I can’t run ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Baptist