Sermons on Watch For His Return:

Investing For Eternity Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 10, 2021

If you want to manage Jesus’ money well, receive His investment in you, increase His investment in you, but most importantly, believe that He will reward you.

Before going to Europe on business, a man drove his Rolls-Royce to a downtown New York City bank and went in to ask for an immediate loan of $5,000. The loan officer swallowed hard and asked for collateral. The man replied, “Well then, here are the keys to my Rolls-Royce.” The loan officer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 10:42

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Make A Joyful Noise

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 24, 2020

A call to exuberant praise, and reasons for this praise.

MAKE A JOYFUL NOISE. Psalm 100. PSALM 100:1a. This “Psalm of praise” is known in some liturgical circles as ‘Jubilate’, after the first word of the Latin version. The English translation of the original Hebrew is “Make a joyful noise.” (Similarly, Psalm 95:1-2 twice calls upon us to “make ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why? Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Job does not offend God with his whys. Instead, he makes God proud of him, because of his patience and persistence in spite of having no answer to his whys.

Paul Aurandt shares this true story of James Macie. He was an illegitimate child, which is really a foolish idea, for it is the parents that are illegitimate, and not the child, but as is so often the case, the stigma of this followed him for life. The laws of England, in the 18th century, denied ...read more

Sometimes, You Have To Climb A Mountain! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering Christ, applying His teachings in everyday life, and sharing His message in the modern world.

Beloved congregation, there is a certain, undeniable warmth that fills our hearts when we gather together in this sacred place, a sanctuary where we come to seek God's face, to hear His voice, to know His will, and to be transformed by His Word. We find ourselves standing on the precipice of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Experiencing Christ, Mountain

Name Above All Names

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 2, 2009

If the name is Jesus, everything is in that name! His name is the source of our salvation. His name is the hope of our hearts. His name can lift the greatest burdens. His name can comfort the broken heart ... His Name is above all names.

Opening illustration: Well, in the Bible, names are very important and they are significant in other cultures as well. Talking about the Mexican Indians, and somehow or another something of their culture comes up, and the face is very important to an Indian, just as it is in the Orient, we know of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Praise, Prayer, And Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations."

Psalm 100:4-5 - "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and bless his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations." Today, I want to remind you of the transformative power of praise, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:4-5

Greatness In Serving Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 22, 2024

1. Jesus spent most of his final days leading to his crucifixion taking care of two objectives: 1) to prepare his disciples for his own death and resurrection, and 2) to prepare the disciples for life together without his physical presence.

GREATNESS IN SERVING Text: Mark 10:35-45 Introduction 1. Jesus spent most of his final days leading to his crucifixion taking care of two objectives: 1) to prepare his disciples for his own death and resurrection, and 2) to prepare the disciples for life together without his physical ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Methodist

A Sheppard's Story

Contributed by Larry Elder on Jul 12, 2003

the story of Jesus and his birth told through the eyes of a sheppard

"A Shepherd’s Story" Luke 2:8-20 Now there were in the same country shepherds living out in the fields, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And behold, an angel of the Lord stood before them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were greatly afraid. 10 Then the angel said ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thorns

Contributed by William Noel on Jul 31, 2005

Motivational sermon on how God uses trials (Thorns) in lives of His children to make us more productive for His service

“Thorns” II Cor. 12:7-10 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

He Is On The Throne

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 25, 2009

We get a glimse of God on His Throne

Verse 9-10-Thrones put in place: Daniel is a spectator in his own dream. The scene changes, Daniel now sees events taking place in heaven, a heavenly court. Here, the Ancient of Days, God, is pictured sitting on his throne. Ancient of Days or Ancient One This term is only used here in the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not An E-Shepherd

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 28, 2007

Jesus knows, cares for, and protects his followers.

20070429 Title: Jesus Is Not an E-Shepherd Text: John 10:22-30 (Psalm 23) Thesis: The relationship between Jesus and his followers is likened to that of a shepherd and his sheep… Jesus is knows, cares for, and protects his followers. Introduction Last year Bonnie and I did an overnight trip ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Answers A Demand For A Sign Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 3, 2017

The “unclean spirit” is Satan or his demons. Satan delights in causing uncleanness in persons, places and things. His going out of a man, as presented here, is voluntary, not like his eviction by force as when Christ cast out demons.

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 28- Capernaum Title: Jesus Answers a Demand for a Sign Matthew 12:38-45, Luke 11:24-26, 29-36 -Matthew- 43 When the unclean spirit is gone out of a man, he walketh through dry places, seeking rest, and findeth none. 44 Then he saith, I will return into my house ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-45, Luke 11:24-26, Luke 11:29-36

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: The Great Purifier Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jan 19, 2008

Jesus has not changed in 2,000 years. He is still passionate about His temple. The temple of God is no longer a building, it is His people. God no longer dwells in a temple made by hands, He lives in us, and His passion, His zeal is the same today as it w

Jesus: the Great Purifier (John 2:12-25) “I’m Sarah, I’m sixteen; Last night I failed. I prayed for more strength, So why did I yield? He said he loved me, Brought me flowers and all; Then he took me upstairs And caused me to fall. I feel so ashamed, So dirty inside. He’s taken my heart; Now I ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Developing A Lifestyle Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Encourage us to live a life of gratitude, constantly praising God, proclaiming His deeds, and seeking His strength.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into Psalm 105:1-5 and explore the beauty of giving thanks to God for His character, expressing gratitude for His unwavering faithfulness, and living a life of gratitude. As Rick Warren once said, "In happy moments, PRAISE GOD. In ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-5

Topics: Thanking God, Who He Is

The Victorious Defeat Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Feb 10, 2006

Samson’s greatest victory followed his greatest defeat.

Intro. FINDING NEMO Dad, Marlin, warns Nem: don’t go to drop off (he does); don’t go to boat(he does); don’t touch boat -- he does ... and is captured! -shows the consequences for disobedience and toying with temptation Audience: "You should have listened to your dad Nemo" -in Samsom you ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed