Sermons on Widows Penny:

"Searching And Messin With Sasquatch"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 28, 2016

Today the lesson shares with us real people talk about real encounters, there are real town meetings, testimonials, there are some real skeptics, and some people just really mess with Jesus.

Searching and Messin with Sasquatch Luke 4:21-30 Searching for Big Foot, Big Foot Sightings are TV programs that are attempting to find the Big Foot There is even a TV commercial that shares an image of a Sasquatch and folks messing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Methodist

Blessing, Lament, And Blessed Assurance

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 26, 2020

The blessing and suffering of God's people.

BLESSING, LAMENT, AND BLESSED ASSURANCE. Psalm 41. This is a Psalm of David. It is quite possibly about David. It is also about our Lord Jesus (except that Jesus has no personal sin to confess, unlike Psalm 41:4). It is even quoted by Jesus (Psalm 41:9; cf. John 13:18). It is also about His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rules In Only Two Lines Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 17, 2020

All of Torah, all of God’s law is summed up in two lines. That’s good, because after original sin, we humans routinely show ourselves to be pretty stupid.

30th Sunday in Course 2020 Plague Year The Church has had us immersed in St. Matthew’s Gospel, chapter 22, for the better part of a month now, and last week’s Gospel with the famous quote, “Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God” was a rebuke of the Pharisees. So the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:20-26, 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10, Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Catholic

Should Work For Food?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 21, 2015

We have seen the signs. "Will Work For Food". Would it be unreasonable to suggest "Must Work For Food"?

Some have suggested that the able bodied poor should perform some sort of work or community service to receive benefits. Of course, others have opposed it. FDR created the CCC and WPA which were pretty much working welfare programs. Indeed, it was a fulltime job and not easy labor. Lev_19:10 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Gospel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 24, 2021

The practical outworking of our relationship with the Father of lights

LIVING THE GOSPEL. James 1:17-27. James has already indicated that our God is a generous Giver (James 1:5). Here he cites God as the inexhaustible source of “every good act of giving, and every perfect gift” (James 1:17a). There is not so much as a shadow cast as a result of any ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus And The Glory Of God Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 30, 2021

. John said, “We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” Jesus is our Glory of God.

Glory is a big concept to understand. God is bigger than all of us, ever be able to comprehend within the limitations of our humanity. God is divine and revealed to us as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. He is the One True, Triune, God. He is an omnipotent and sovereign God, and compassionate and good ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Led By The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025

God is still speaking today, and He desires to lead His children in every area of life—spiritually, emotionally, financially, and in decision-making.

LED BY THE SPIRIT OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 Supporting Texts: John 16:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Galatians 5:16-18, Psalm 32:8 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest privileges of the believer is the ability to be led by the Spirit of God. The Spirit of God is not a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14, John 16:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The First Born (Exodus 13)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 18, 2024

How do the first born of Egypt, and Israel, and Mary picture Jesus as first born among many? Let's look at Exodus 13.

Why were the firstborn sons sanctified in Israel? Is the firstborn a recurring Bible theme? Does it memorialize Egypt’s firstborn? Did firstborn sons have a leading family role? Did they receive a double inheritance to compensate for looking after a widowed mother and any unmarried sisters? Was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Tale Of The Unexpected Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2022

Naomi and Ruth return to Bethlehem at the beginning of barley harvest. Naomi came back bitter, but Ruth turned the negative into positive with trusting in the God of Naomi.

I. The Return to Bethlehem Ruth 1:6-9 1. Naomi has had good news from back home. a. The Lord had visited His people in giving them bread. 2. Three elements are revealed in the initial moments of the return. a. Naomi tells the girls to go back to Moab and return to their Moabites families. b. The ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:6-22

Denomination: Baptist

Unceasing Prayer: A Life In Constant Communion With God 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 10, 2024

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Never stop praying." - In these three simple words, Paul encapsulates the essence of a vibrant, continuous relationship with God.

Unceasing Prayer: A Life in Constant Communion with God 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Introduction Imagine a pilot flying through turbulent weather. Constant communication with air traffic control is essential for guidance and safety. Similarly, continuous prayer is our lifeline, guiding us through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Ephesians 6:18, Luke 18:1, James 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anna - Always Faithful Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024

Anna was a prophetess that received insight not available to others.

A. INTRODUCTION “Anna, a prophet, was also there in the Temple. She was the daughter of Phanuel from the tribe of Asher, and she was very old. Her husband died when they had been married only seven years. Then she lived as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the Temple but stayed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

God Of All Possibilities Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025

We serve a God who is not limited by human impossibilities. He is the God of all possibilities. He operates beyond natural laws and defies human logic to fulfil His will.

GOD OF ALL POSSIBILITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:37 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 32:27, Mark 10:27, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 19:26, Romans 4:17-21 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with limitations—limitations of time, knowledge, strength, and resources. But we serve a God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Of The Living Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

We serve the God of the living—a God who is active, powerful, and present. He breathes life where there is death, hope where there is despair, and revival where there is dryness. No situation is beyond His power to restore and revive.

GOD OF THE LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 22:31-32 Supporting Texts: Luke 20:37-38, Romans 6:9-11, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 11:17-19, Exodus 3:6 INTRODUCTION: Many view God only in the context of ancient history or spiritual rituals, but the Scripture declares clearly that He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Offering Willingly And Joyfully To God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025

Giving should not be driven by compulsion, fear, or manipulation. Rather, it should flow from love, honour, gratitude, and understanding of kingdom responsibility.

OFFERING WILLINGLY AND JOYFULLY TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 29:9 Supporting Texts: Exodus 35:5, 2 Corinthians 9:7, Proverbs 3:9, Malachi 1:6-8, Mark 12:41-44 INTRODUCTION: Giving is a central part of worship and relationship with God. In both the Old and New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 10, 2025

Jesus Christ conquers death, granting eternal life to all who believe and providing hope beyond the grave.

JESUS THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:25 Key Verse: “Jesus said unto her, I am the resurrection, and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live.” – John 11:25 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:20-22; Romans 6:4; John 5:24; ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God