Sermons on Wasted Time:

Truths For Times Of Temptation

Contributed by David Zachrich on Feb 15, 2023

We are not immune to temptation. How can we respond when we are tempted?

Friends in Christ, A venerable legend tells that the trees in the forest gathered to have a meeting to discuss ways to unite against the very sharp axe that had cut down so many of their friends – oak, maple, spruce, poplar. One by one, the axe had sliced into them and cut them down for firewood. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Walking In Love In These Times

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2023

We live in times when good is called evil, evil is called good, and those who love God and His Word are reviled. As believers, we are called to walk in Love toward those who hate us and who accuse us of evil. This message may be of real help for many.

Walking in Love in These Times Pastor Eric J. Hanson: July 10, 2022 There is a right way for committed Christians to approach those who stand against the things that we stand for. Jesus addressed such matters in the Gospels. Paul and others walked these things out, in the midst of opposition. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful- Terrible Times Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 27, 2024

This is the 220th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 2 Timothy.

Series: Action [#220] FAITHFUL- TERRIBLE TIMES 2 Timothy 3:1-13 Introduction: In July, Hobbs Schools hired a new Athletic Director- Jeremy Soria. Mom called me at work and asked where Jeremy’s office was located and I told her. I also asked why she would need to know that, and she told me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Relentless Rhythms Of Time.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 10, 2024

A time for everything.

THE RELENTLESS RHYTHMS OF TIME. Ecclesiastes 3:1-13. ‘Turn, turn, turn’ is the refrain of the old pop song based upon these verses. However, time is not circular, but linear: it is more like a river relentlessly, but always, running downstream. It is our subjective experience of time that gives ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On A Measure Of Time

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2024

A measure of time is defined as an indefinite continued progress of existence and events which take into consideration the past, present and future, regarded as a whole.

Lindsay Eagar, an American author once remarked: “Measuring time isn't as simple as adding or subtracting minutes from a clock. ... You must find your own measuring stick.” Ephesians 5:15-17 reminds us: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12, Colossians 4:5, Matthew 6:33, Proverbs 16:9

End Time Revival

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 25, 2024

There is a great deal of talk about a massive end time revival, but does the Word teach this?

End time billion people revival? That would be wonderful, but I have my doubts. Luke 18:7 And shall not God avenge his own elect, which cry day and night unto him, though he bear long with them? 8 I tell you that he will avenge them speedily. Nevertheless when the Son of man cometh, shall he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:7-8, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 7:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In Troubled Times

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Dec 15, 2024

The Challenge of Joy in Troubled Times Church, this third Sunday of Advent—the pink candle Sunday—ushers us into joy. But how do we celebrate joy in a world so gripped by fear and trauma?

Sermon Joy in Troubled Times Zephaniah 3:14-20 The Message 14-15 So sing, Daughter Zion! Raise your voices, Israel! Daughter Jerusalem, be happy! celebrate! God has reversed his judgments against you and sent your enemies off chasing their tails. From now on, God is Israel’s king, ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Signs Of The End Times

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

The signs of the end times are all around us. Rather than living in fear, we must see these signs as a call to prepare, repent, and remain steadfast in our faith.

THE SIGNS OF THE END TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 24:3-14 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Luke 21:25-28 INTRODUCTION: The disciples asked Jesus about the signs of His coming and the end of the age. In response, Jesus outlined several events and conditions that would mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Integrity In Times Like These

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 21, 2023

God is serious about our lives and His judgment. Live like it!

Integrity in Times like These When God established an earthly monarchy for Israel, He prohibited anointing a king from outside the nation. Moses told the Hebrews in Deuteronomy 15:14-15 (NKJV): 14 “When you come to the land which the LORD your God is giving you, and possess it and dwell in it, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Israel And The End Times

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 21, 2024

Modern state of Israel is not necessarily the heir of God's promises to ancient Israel (Seedthoughts from Michael Pahl at: https://michaelpahl.com/2014/08/25/christians-and-israel-part-two/)

HoHum: A Texan is visiting Israel and feeling thirsty, he stops at a house along the road. "Can you give me a drink?" asked the Texan. "Of course," says the Israeli, and he invited the Texan to come in. "What do you do?" asks the Texan. "I raise ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:8, Hebrews 7:22, Romans 10:1, Romans 10:4, Genesis 12:1-3, Hebrews 11:16, 1 Peter 2:9, 2 Thessalonians 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Time Is It? Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 10, 2023

If you want to enjoy a meaningful life, appreciate God’s timing in everything. Then cooperate with God. Cooperate with God and find beauty, pleasure, and permanence.

City Slickers is an old movie (1991) that tells the story of three friends having mid-life crises. They escape the city and head west for a two-week cattle run to discover what's important in life. Before they leave, Mitch (played by Billy Crystal) shares what he does for a living on ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15, Ephesians 1:11, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The End Time Outpouring

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 21, 2022

We are living in the last days. Theologians have debated whether or not the Bible speaks of an end-time revival before the return of Jesus.

The End Time Outpouring 1 Timothy 4:1,2 We are living in the last days. Theologians have debated whether or not the Bible speaks of an end-time revival before the return of Jesus. Those who say there will not be a revival point to the rise of evil foretold in Scripture. Certainly, the Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Time For A Fresh Start Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 27, 2022

if you're discouraged today because of past regrets or problems that you have had in the past, this is the time to say, “Oh, I'm going to live differently today. I'm going to rely on the joy of the Lord. It's going to be my strength.”

I've entitled this sermon “Time for a Fresh Start.” And you're going to see why. I want you to stand with me while I read the first twelve verses of Nehemiah 8. Would you stand in honor of God's word? I want you to notice as I'm reading the passage how there are similarities ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mantles For Modern Times

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 30, 2022

Joel prophesied of a time when the sons and daughters would prophesy, young men would see visions, and old men would dream dreams. We are in those days today. For them to be wholly fulfilled, mantles of power, anointing unique to heaven, must be released in the earth.

Introduction Caution: We are not talking about “Grave Sucking” – the act of lying across the physical grave of a deceased preacher or evangelist for the purpose of “pulling out” the power of the Holy Spirit, a power that was purportedly “trapped” within the body upon the person’s death. Quote: ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Knowing The Time To Shout

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 29, 2023

Knowing when to give God the Praises that he deserves.

5 And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people; (for he was above all the people;) and when he opened it, all the people stood up:   6 And Ezra blessed the LORD, the great God. And all the people answered, Amen, Amen, with lifting up their hands: and they bowed their heads, and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:5-6

Denomination: Baptist