Sermons on Wayward Children:

Forgiven And Brought Into The Light - A Halloween Message Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 27, 2015

We have been commanded to lead people out of darkness into God’s wonderful light. To proclaim the truth that Jesus is the light of the world. If we dress up as witches, demons, etc we are embracing darkness not living as “children of light"

Forgiven and brought from darkness to light The Bible teaches that we are forgiven when we repent and turn from our sins and become disciples of Jesus. When we trust in Jesus, and Jesus alone, we are set free from the punishment our sins deserve because of what Jesus did at Calvary. He died that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Father Will Provide

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Nov 6, 2021

Jesus said our Heavenly Father will meet our daily need of food and clothing. He gives examples of God’s provision. He tells us what we should do as a child of God. And we will see how we can do our part.

Isn’t life more than meat, and the body more than clothing? Matthew 6:25 Having been working on routine, goals setting and time management, this verse caught my attention. It stuck me how much of our time is spent on food and clothing! Planning and shopping Cooking and laundry Washing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33, Matthew 18:3

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Christ Centered Godly Man Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 13, 2021

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character.

The Bible is for anyone who desires to be a godly man. God created man and woman after His own image (Genesis 1:27), and part of being in His image is that we are to reflect His character. However, sin marred that image in us and distorted that character (Romans 5:12). God's choice of Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Leviticus 26:11-12, 1 Corinthians 2:9-10

Marriage

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 28, 2021

How important is marriage to God? Let’s discover God’s desire for marital faithfulness? Let’s look at Jesus’ teachings on marriage and divorce in Mark 10:2-16.

Prelude How important is marriage to God? Purpose: Let’s discover God’s desire for marital faithfulness? Plan: Let’s look at Jesus’ teachings on marriage and divorce in Mark 10:2-16. Divorce Question (vs. 2) Mark 10:2 Some Pharisees came and tried to trap him with this question: “Should a man be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Lord With You?

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Oct 4, 2021

A look at King Jehoshaphat of Judah

Is The LORD with you? 2 Chronicles 17 2 Chronicles 17recounts events in the remarkable story of Jehoshaphat , a king of Judah. 2 Chronicles 17:3 states that The LORD was with Jehoshaphat and it states the reasons why. i. It is because Jehoshaphat walked in the ways of his ancestor David ...read more

My Home, A Lighthouse

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 17, 2024

A sermon on how fathers need to lead their home to love God and obey His Word.

Malachi four is a prophetic passage, speaking about the Messiah, the Lord Jesus Christ. The prophet speaks of both the 1st and 2nd comings of Jesus. We find reference to the first coming of Christ in verse 5, for example, with the mention of Elijah coming before the Messiah arrives. Jesus tells us ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Wise About Parenting Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 8, 2024

Proverbs offers lots of wisdom for parents. Proverbs says that children need disciple and parents need to give it to them.

Sermon Series – God’s Wisdom: More Valuable Than Gold David Owens Sermon #11: “Be Wise About Parenting” 7.7.24 Scripture Reading: Proverbs 22:6, 15; 29:15 A. Allow me to begin with a short poem by Michael Hodgin: Child-raising theories did abound, before my children were around. Then one day I had ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6, Proverbs 22:15, Proverbs 29:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Father & His Family Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 20, 2023

Through wise, godly counsel, in Colossians 3:19-21 the Apostle Paul shows the roles, responsibilities, attitudes and actions for members of a godly family, through: 1) A Word to Husbands (Colossians 3:19), 2) A Word to Children (Colossians 3:20), 3) A Word to Parents (Colossians 3:21).

Colossians 3:19–21 19 Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them. 20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. 21 Fathers, do not provoke your children, lest they become discouraged. (ESV) One of the most terrifying moments of a not-yet-married man’s life ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:19-21

Denomination: Other

The Godly Woman's Role In The Home Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore few traits and responsibilities of a godly woman in the home, as outlined in Scripture.

1: Submission A godly woman submits to her husband, recognizing his authority and leadership in the home. (Ephesians 5:22-24, 1 Peter 3:1-6) 2: Respect A godly woman shows respect to her husband, valuing his opinions and decisions. (Ephesians 5:33, 1 Peter 3:1-6) 3: Support A godly woman supports ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24, Hebrews 13:2

Establishing Strong Christian Families Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 20, 2023

Strong Christian families are important in and of themselves, but beyond that as testimony to attract a lost and hurting broken world to Christ. People want to know if following Christ makes a difference.

There are two God ordained institutions. The first is the church that Jesus Christ instituted. The second is marriage and family established by God at the Garden of Eden. We need to support Christian marriages and Christian families. The church should see as a goal to establish strong Christian ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33, Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Under Fire Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 28, 2024

This sermon begins a short series of the main stories people know from the book of Daniel. This set up "young Daniel and his 3 friends." It teaches how Nebuchadnezzar changed the minds of children and how Daniel helps us to stand our spiritual ground instead of conform.

Faith Under Fire (Daniel 1:3-7) Intro: A. The northern Kingdom of Israel fell to the power of Assyria around 722 BC after almost 20 years of a slow demise. The kingdom fell because of sin and God allowed them to be taken into captivity. The southern Kingdom should have taken a great warning ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 25:1-9, Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How We Can Be Always Happy

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 9, 2024

How can you be happy in this life AND in the life to come? That's the question of the ages.

Friday of the 2nd week in Advent 2024 When we try to learn God’s will from the daily readings given us by the Holy Spirit, it can be very useful to start with the Psalmist’s words. Today we are given psalm 1, which is chosen for that prominent position because it sums up everything in that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:16-19, Isaiah 48:17-19

Denomination: Catholic

John The Baptizer

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 9, 2002

Children’s sermon showing what some people have gone through for God’s kingdom.

1-sack of Bit o Honey candy 1 sack of chocolate morsels 1 sack of check mix Use the bit o honey for bodies, the chocolate morsels for eyes and the brown wafer looking things for wings, and nuclawave them. It only takes a few seconds to get the bit o honey warm enough for the eyes and wings to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:4

Denomination: Church Of God

" What Are A Mother's Responsibilities?"

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 14, 2007

Mom’s have the divine responsibility to be their children’s best teachers, best comforters and best advisors.

What are a Mother’s Responsibilities? Opening Illustration: The movie maker clip from the Mother Daughter Banquet - then the video clip from Blue Fish TV “Honoring Mothers.” Thesis: Mom’s have the divine responsibility to be their children’s best teachers, best comforters and best ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whose Birthday Is It, Anyway?!

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 22, 2005

A complete order of service whith interactive children’s bits for a Christmas (Day)All Age Service.

Christmas Day All Age Worship 2005: A birthday party! 9.56am PPT Christmas Trivia Video clip playing as folks come in (from SermonSpice) Reading: Luke 2:1-20, by a child? Worship (Sheila): Carol 1: Come and join the celebration Prayer (or would you like to swap this with the above ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist