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What Does God Require? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to encourage believers to live out their faith through acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God, as these simple actions reflect God's love and allow Him to work the impossible in our lives.

Good morning, folks! I'm glad to see you all here, eager to dive into the Word of God. Today, we're going to be talking about a passage that is so simple, yet so profound that it has the power to transform our lives. It's Micah 6:8, and it reads, "He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Topics: Love, Pleasing God

What's The Deal With Free Will? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of being children of God, made in His image with free will, and the importance of making choices that reflect His love and righteousness.

Good morning, family of God! As we gather this morning, let's turn our hearts and minds to a passage from John's Gospel, chapter 1, verses 12-13: "Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God—children born not of natural descent, nor ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13

Topics: Free Will

What Shall I Render PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance of expressing gratitude to God for His abundant blessings and to live a life reflecting this thankfulness.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of Psalms, which reminds us to live a life of gratitude for God's abundant blessings. As Ann Voskamp so eloquently puts it, "Giving thanks for one thousand things is ultimately an invitation to slow time down with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:12-17

Topics: Giving, God, All

What Are You Hoping For? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family of God! I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today. We are about to embark on a journey through Hebrews 11. This chapter is often referred to as the "Hall of Faith", where the author recounts the stories of men and women who demonstrated extraordinary faith in the ...read more

Topics: Hope

Be Careful What You Pray For PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family. Today, we’ll journey into the Scriptures, exploring the power of prayer, the peril of praying for the wrong things, and the sovereignty of God in disciplining nations. As we delve into James 5:16 and Habakkuk 1:5, I am reminded of a quote by John Stott: "The purpose of prayer ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Habakkuk 1:5

Topics: Prayer, Fix Issues

What Does It Mean To Be A Christian? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage believers to embrace humility and follow Jesus' example of selflessness and obedience, leading to transformed lives and relationships that glorify God.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage of Scripture that has the potential to transform our lives, our relationships, and our witness to the world. It's a passage that reminds us of the incredible example of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, challenges us to embrace an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Topics: Christ, Like

What God Gives To Us Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jan 5, 2026

Working through 2 Peter and Jude using consecutive expository preaching. The teaching sheet is included at the end of the text.

“What God Gives to Us” 2 Peter 1:1-4 Pastor John Bright 2 Peter 1 “1 Simon Peter, a bondservant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who have obtained like precious faith with us by the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ: 2 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-4, Matthew 16:17-18, Matthew 16:23, Acts 10:44-46, Ephesians 2:8, 2 Peter 3:17-18, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Peter 2:21, 1 Peter 3:9, 1 Peter 5:10, Acts 1:6-11, Philippians 2:7-9, Psalm 110:1, Romans 5:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

What Made It A Good Friday?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 16, 2025

When it comes to Good Friday, why is it called “Good?”

GOOD FRIDAY 2025: WHAT MADE IT A GOOD FRIDAY? LUKE 23:32-49 #GoodFriday INTRODUCTION / FOCUS ON “GOOD” Etymology is the study of where words come from. Sometimes that can be a fun thing to look at and sometimes it can be mind-numbingly boring. For most of us, it is probably boring. But! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Did Mary Know?

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 3, 2023

A sermon inspired by the song "Mary Did You Know?" which was played during the service

What Did Mary Know? CCCAG, Christmas Day 2022 Scripture: Luke 1:26-33 Merry Christmas Everyone, and thank you for coming to church this morning. (Title) I read a news article on Friday that said over 35% of pastors canceled their Sunday church services this morning because it’s Christmas. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Filling Up What Is Lacking Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jan 6, 2023

In the Christian life, and in the biblical narrative, we see God perfecting all in his work, “man shall not be alone” and even after creating the helper to Adam, in Adam and Eve fall, God still working to cover them for their own shame from leaves cover to animal skin cover.

FILLING UP WHAT IS LACKING Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on January 6, 2023 “Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh, I am filling up what is lacking in Christ's afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church.” Colossians 1:24 (ESV) In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Ash Wednesday For?

Contributed by Dorothy Lam on Jan 17, 2023

Having not grown up in the church tradition of Ash Wednesday and Lent, I had a lot of questions about what repentance as a practice could add to my devotion to Christ. I outline 3 benefits of repentance which helps us participate in God's salvation for his children.

If you spend any time with preschool age children, 3 year olds, 4 year olds, one thing they are known for is asking questions. They are at the age when the world is opening up to them. All day long they point and ask, What’s that? If you say a word they don’t know, which is most of the time, they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10, Philippians 2:12-13, 1 John 3:2-3, James 4:8-10, Ephesians 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Using What You Have SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God can use whatever we offer Him, no matter how insignificant it may seem. In Luke 5:1-11, Jesus uses Peter's old fishing boat and broken net, demonstrating that what matters is not the quality of what we offer, but the willingness to make it available to Him.

God has a ministry for every one of His children, not just the Pastor. Every Christian has a ministry, including you! While not everyone will be a great soul-winner, we all have a part in leading others to Christ. We are all links in the chain, though not all are the last link. Some may have the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Topics: Miracles Of Jesus, Faith

Practicing What We Preach SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

A sermon on the importance of not just hearing the Word, but actively living it out in our daily lives.

Today, we will be discussing the importance of being a doer of the Word, as mentioned in James 1:19-27. This passage emphasizes the need for action and practical application of God's teachings in our lives. It is not enough to simply hear or talk about the Word; we must actively live it out. So, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Topics: Faith, Action

What Is Worship According To The Bible?

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 8, 2024

D.A. Carson, David Peterson and a Biblical in-depth look at the Old and New Testament teaching on what the essence of worship is.

What is Worship? I’m not always the brightest….dragon egg story OR switching car out story If we seek an all-inclusive summary of worship, we end up with a bland “catch-all” phrase that means almost nothing, such as David Peterson suggest in his (otherwise quite helpful) work, Engaging With God, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-21, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Bible Church

What's In A Name

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 11, 2024

What’s in a name! Well in the name of Jesus there is Power, Deliverance, Salvation, Freedom, Peace, Joy, Protection, Victory, Healing, Strength, Hope, Everlasting Life.

What’s in a Name By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Proverbs 22:1 says, “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold”. What’s in a name is a question that often is considered a cliché because we fail to understand the ability ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:4-8, Proverbs 22:1

Denomination: Apostolic