Sermons on Wages:

Truth Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 17, 2019

We come into this world with a lot to say. If you happen to live to age 70, during your lifetime, if you are an average talker (about 1600 words per day), you would have spoken 350 million words. Now some of the things that we say are more important than others.

INTRODUCTION: And at the other end of life, the final words of a person who are dying are equally important because they represent the things that are pressing on their heart as their life is nearing the end. Family and friends will gather around the dying person to make sure that they understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time- The Real Meaning Of "blessed Are The Poor In Spirit.”

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 22, 2022

The other, more important meaning, is that there will be a coming reversal of circumstances for those who are unfortunate, the marginalized, the abused, those who live in poverty, so these beatitudes are not just virtues to attain in this life.

Dear Abby, the popular advice column in the newspaper still published today with authorship changes, once received a letter that describes the "if only" attitude: "It was Spring, But it was Fall I wanted, the colorful leaves and the cool dry air. It was Fall, but it was Winter I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Catholic

A Church That Loves Much Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 13, 2021

As we follow a Jesus that Loves, we want to be a church that loves. What is the contrast between a church that loves little, and a church that loves much?

A Church That Loves Much Luke 7:36-50 Introduction Dinner at Simon’s house took on a special meaning the day Jesus came. Simon and his guests reclined around a u-shaped table - which was the traditional posture for eating. They lay down around a low table, propped up on the left elbow with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Core 52 Week 10 - Prophecy Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 10, 2020

Have you ever considered how improbably it is that Jesus fulfilled all the prophecies made about Him in the Old Testament? (He did, of course.) We'll take a look at Psalm 2, as well as other OT passages and discover more reasons to put our faith in Him.

You can listen to the sermon on my podcast after 3/16/20 at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2972893 Intro: • People are really bad at predictions, estimating the probability of an outcome. o [slideshow of bad predictions made by experts over the past century. o Reasons why: ? Internal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:16-17, Matthew 17:5, Revelation 19:15, Micah 5:2, Zechariah 9:9, Psalm 22:16, Luke 6:46-48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Changes Everything Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2024

The Gospel changes everything. This isn’t just a slogan or a phrase we casually throw around. This is the heartbeat of our faith. The Gospel—the Good News of Jesus Christ—radically transforms every aspect of our lives. When we encounter the truth of the Gospel, we are never the same again.

The Gospel Changes Everything Introduction: Today, I want to proclaim a powerful truth: The Gospel changes everything. This isn’t just a slogan or a phrase we casually throw around. This is the heartbeat of our faith. The Gospel—the Good News of Jesus Christ—radically transforms every aspect of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7, Psalm 103:12, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20, John 3:16, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Legacy Of Truth Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 11, 2024

A legacy is something that is passed on, such as faith, ethics, core values, assets, character, reputation, or life. A legacy can be the sum of a person's accomplishments, actions, and values that resonate with others. John teaches we must leave a legacy of truth.

1 John 5:18-21 (NKJV) “The Legacy of Truth” February 11, 2024 INTRO: A legacy is something passed down from the past, such as from an ancestor or predecessor. A legacy is something that is passed on, such as faith, ethics, core values, assets, character, reputation, or life. A legacy can be the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Us Our Debts As...

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Oct 27, 2024

This Morning we look at Jesus teaching about the importance of forgiving others as we are forgiven.

Forgiveness is easy to talk and read about in the Bible. It’s when we have to put it into practice that it can be tough! Forgiveness is wonderful idea, until there’s something to forgive. At a New Year’s party in 1982, Kevin Tunell got very drunk; his friends urged him not to drive but he insisted. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Anglican

Uncommon Power. Living As A Divine Witness Of God's Strength. 1st Peter 2:11-12

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 12, 2024

A message about the hope and growth we get in life due to God's strength and love for us.

Stand with me and raise up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Sin Entered In-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 7, 2010

2 of 7. Genesis chapter 3 precisely documents the original appearance of sin. What is significant about the entrance of sin? 21 considerations regarding the entrance of sin. Sin entered in with ...

WHEN SIN ENTERED IN-II—Genesis 3:1-24 Attention: “Sin is any personal lack of conformity to the moral character of God, or the law of God. Then sin is a disposition of the heart, it is a bent.”....“It is...any violation of the character or law of God, the moral character or the law of God.”.... ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

What Is That To You?

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 4, 2010

Jesus often responds to our innate sense of unfairness about things that happen (or don't happen) to us with the same words he spoke to the apostle Peter: "What is that to you?"...

What Is That To You? TCF Sermon October 3, 2010 Consider these two scenarios: First, we have two men who are in the service. Both are capable, loyal, devoted men, committed to doing their jobs. Both were part of the same training regiment, and were close friends, having been together for quite ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Renewing Our Consecration To God’s Purposes Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 19, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 8:9-13 focuses on the importance of Christians being on task and fulfilling their God-given calling in life. This remnant of Jews suffered unnecessary troubles when neglecting their God-given assignment but blessing as they obeyed.

Intro Our text today begins in Zechariah 8:9 with the words: “Thus says the Lord of hosts: 'Let your hands be strong.’”i The word translated strong is chazaq. It means “to be strong, be courageous, be firm, be resolute.”ii God used this word three times when commissioning Joshua for the task of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:1-23, John 6:38, Philippians 3:1-14, Ezra 5:1, 1 Kings 11:14, Jeremiah 24:9, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 25:14-30, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Are We Tight-Fisted Toward God? (Haggai 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

God, through Haggai, challenges the people to look honestly at their lives-- their priorities, and how well that's worked out for them. God wants his house built.

Today, we start a new three week series on the book of Haggai. I should really start, by explaining something about the background of Haggai. Give you something to set it in the context of Israel's history. But I just don't want to. I'll just say this: Haggai prophesied to ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-14

When God Sends You A Message

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Feb 6, 2004

A brief exposition of Daniel 5 when God wrote to Belshazzar.

The Handwriting On The Wall Daniel 5:1-31 Introduction There are 6 things I would like to draw your attention to this morning in this passage of scripture. I. NOTICE THE FEAST – It was glamorous. Sin is beautiful. 1. Millions are at sin’s feasts. – kings, peasants, slaves, royalty 2. Sin makes ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

4 Things God Does Not Know

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Jan 18, 2003

This is a good evangelistic sermon that the title is sure to get some attention. Be sure to announce it in advance.

4 Things God Does Not Know I. A sin that He does not hate.Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1. God will not tolerate sin. Joshua 7 2. God cannot even look upon sin. Matt. 27:45-46 3. Why Does God Hate Sin? Because it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

There's Joy In Being A Soul-Winner

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 8, 2008

A quick outline of scriptures that reveal the joy of soul-winning.

*****Sermon Outline***** The Joy In Being A Soul-Winner 1) Soul-Winning Is Essential To Success In Christian Work.... Psa 51:12 Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Psa 51:13 Then will I teach transgressors thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12-13