Sermons on What I Owe:

I Can Cry If I Want To?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 10, 2021

There is a lesson at Ziklag! Tears can be a sign of doubt and fear. 12 spies crying? Israel crying because of Goliath? Tears can breed fear and a run away spirit. Nehemiah warns quit crying and celebrate God.

I CAN CRY IF I WANT TO… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There was a song when I was a teenager that went something like this: “ITS MY PARTY AND I’LL CRY IF I WANT TO…” CRY IF I WANT TO… YOU WOULD CRY TOO IF IT HAPPENED TO YOU… IT APPEARS THAT THE BOYFRIEND JOHNNY HAS ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:31, Numbers 14:1, 1 Samuel 17:11-47, 1 Samuel 30:4-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are You Missing?

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

Today I want to look at an encounter between Jesus and a “Rich Young Ruler”. Kind of like Jesus meets Mark Zuckerberg. The rich seem to have everything yet this very, very rich young man knew he was missing something. What are you missing?

What one thing do you lack? Mark 10:17-34 The Rich Young Ruler We are now just four weeks away from Easter Sunday 2018. Easter happens to be on April 1st, April Fool’s Day. I kind of think that God the Father enjoys the irony in that one. Satan really was a fool to think he could kill Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I See A Boiling Pot

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 26, 2024

The Lord asks “Jeremiah, what do you see?” twice. These two visions are concerning the same season. When the Lord asks “Jeremiah, what do you see?” – He sees an almond tree. Almond tree is the first tree to blossom in Israel. The very first tree to announce the arrival of spring

Then the word of the LORD came to me, asking, “What do you see, Jeremiah?”. I replied, “I see a branch of an almond tree.” The LORD said to me, “You have seen correctly, for I watch over My word to accomplish it.” Again the word of the LORD came to me inquiring, “What do you see?” And I replied, “I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11-14

How Do I Get To Heaven? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 20, 2019

Jesus tells us that "Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." So what do I need to DO to make it to heaven?

OPEN: A Sunday School teacher had spent the time teaching her young class that you couldn’t work your way into heaven. Then she asked the kids in her Sunday School class, "If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would I get into Heaven?" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love In The Rear View Mirror-I Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Mar 2, 2001

Recognizing the Danger of losing what matters most.

Love in the Rear View Mirror - Rev 2:1-7  Look this morning at another letter to the Ephesian church other than the one written by Paul. 1) Apostle John is only remaining disciple alive and is now banished to the island of Patmos. It is here that Jesus gives him a 3-fold message. 2) ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-4

Lessons I Learned At Kids Camp

Contributed by Craig Eidson on Aug 3, 2007

What can you learn from a child?

During this past week at kids camp I sure learned a lot or at least was reminded of many things that I had forgotten about. And so during the week and as the days went by, I began to take some mental notes on what lessons children, God’s children could teach me. So yesterday on the way home I ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Said, "I Saw You”

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 29, 2009

Jesus sees us for what we are in Him

Jesus said, “I saw you” An elderly Christian lady, who was crippled with arthritis, used to hobble to the services of the church on crutches. It was a great ordeal and required of her a considerable amount of toil and pain. A friend of hers observed her regular and faithful attendance and asked, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:46-51

Denomination: Wesleyan

How Can I Be Born Again?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

What must I do to be born again?

Start with the background • Jesus had come to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover Celebration • The sale of cattle and doves and the privilege of exchanging money were permitted in the temple court as a convenience for pilgrims who would need animals for sacrifice and temple shekels ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

"I'd Rather Have Jesus

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 4, 2015

What we need is Jesus in our life.

“I’d Rather have Jesus” because (1) He’s God’s Beloved son. Mark 1: 10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him: 11 And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

What Is On Christ's Wish List

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Dec 24, 2008

Each year the kids put together a list of wishful gifts they would like to have for Christmas, this year I used that thought with a Heavenly view.

What is on Christ’s’ wish List Ephesians 5:17 KJV Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. 1. That Salvation would come to all A. That all Israel would be saved…..Romans 11:26 Acts 5:31 B. That men everywhere would be saved….I Timothy 2:4 C. That all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

What Does A Pastor Do? Series

Contributed by Bobby Landreth on Oct 31, 2013

Here I am trying to get everyone to understand what each and everyone of our individual duties are. Pastor, Deacons, Trustees, Member.

This morning we will be starting a short series on each and everyone’s responsibilities. Pastor’s– Deacon – Trustee’s – Committee Chairpersons - Members – everyone! Before we start Who Believes the Bible is the infallible Word of God? I ask you that, so if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:4, 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Truth? A Battle Of Worldviews Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 20, 2021

So I prayed, “Lord, please help me understand my faith.” This led to a journey of discovery and learning that transformed my walk as a Christian.

I prayed a short prayer one day, as I began my first semester at Liberty University. I knew I loved Jesus, but I didn’t really understand how it fit into everything in my life. I felt like I didn’t really know the full implications of my faith in areas like society, law, personal conduct, history, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-36

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Am Thankful For.......

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Real gratitude is an expression from the heart. Did you know that we have more to be thankful for than what we realize?

I AM THANKFUL FOR….. 2 Cor 4:1-15 4:1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 1. A ministry that’s covered by mercy. One that offers compassionate treatment, one that shows kindness and forgiveness and alleviates distress; offers relief: 2 But have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 14, 2007

Why did Jesus use "Light" to explain His deity to people? In what way does Light speak to us today?

May, 2007 I AM the Light of the World John 1:1-9 John 8:12 INTRODUCTION: Jesus’ claim to be “the light of the world” is one of SEVEN claims in the scriptures concerning His deity. In the next few weeks I will be talking about three of the other claims. In various scriptures, He talks about ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

"How Should I Give?” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 21, 2009

Attitude in giving is more important to God than the amount. What should my attitude be when giving to God’s work?

TALK ABOUT MONEY AND YOU CANT WIN Run after money and you are materialistic. Don’t get it and you are looked on as a loser. Get it and keep it and you are a miser. Don’t try to get it and you lack ambition. Get money and spend it and you are a spendthrift. Still have it at the end of your ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist