Sermons on Widows Neglected:

Rejected! Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2020

What does it mean that Jesus was despised and rejected? Are we who call ourselves Christians guilty of despising the Son of God, even rejecting Him? The message is a challenge to examine our lives to ensure that we honour Christ Jesus the Saviour.

“He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief; and as one from whom men hide their faces he was despised, and we esteemed him not.” [1] During these festive days of celebrating the birth of the Son of God, Christ is the unrecognized guest at multiplied tables ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Baptist

Paul, The Pastor (His Farewell Address) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

Modern church leaders have often neglected the duties of overseeing the spiritual welfare of individuals and families. Sadly, biblical pastoral oversight is set aside for more promising programs. Instead, programs, facilities, and finances are impersonall

INTRODUCTION Savage Wolves: PT BARNUM - THE CIRCUS SHOWMAN - He delighted in showing an exhibit: THE HAPPY FAMILY - Lions, Tigers, and a little lamb. One asked if they had problems, Barnum said “Aside from replacing the lamb from time to time, there’s no problem.” We all know that there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pew-Sitters

Contributed by Mike Hamilton on Mar 27, 2003

Pew-Sitters are those who come to church, but all they do is SIT and SOAK -- soaking in the goodness of God’s word and the goodness of fellowship. But when it comes to their KINGDOM BUILDING responsibility, their attitude is one of neglect and disregard.

“Pew Sitters” Ezekiel 34:1-22 Introduction: I want to begin today by quoting the old Gospel Evangelist, Sam Jones. He used to get in the pulpit and tell his congregation that he was running a Gospel Shoe Establishment. That is, he just laid the shoes out there and told the people, “if the shoe ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

He Is More Series

Contributed by Michael West on Oct 2, 2008

Jesus is a counselor to us and so is His Spirit: John 16:7 John 14:16-17 a counselor to be with us forever. A wonderful promise that we neglect too much. We forget that He is with us…

Sunday October 14th, 2007 Sermon: He Is More Series: The Holy Spirit pt 2 Scripture: John 16:7-11 Speaker: Pastor Michael West He is more than an influence: Ephesians 4:30 He is a distinct person of the Godhead Trinity. He knows things, wills thing and feels things—I Corinthians 2:11 He is ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dealing With Distractions Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 4, 2011

Don’t be distracted, practice ’planned neglect’ and give priority to God. Don’t be worried about reputation, watch your character. Don’t fear men, fear God and do His will.

Let’s read Neh 6:1-16 The devil is relentless when it comes to the destroying God’s work. • Remember this, he never gives up. After one great event or a successful ministry, don’t let your guard down. It is not the end. • We need to be as watchful after the victory as before the battle. For ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Way Down

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 3, 2007

In one of the saddest chapters of the Bible, Israel first neglects, then abandons their relationship with Yahweh. Through it all, though He remains faithful to them and stands ready to help when they cry out, just like with us.

I was 16 years old. It was my first "real" job after working as a newspaper delivery person for many years. I worked for a dry cleaner establishment that (I found out later) was about to go under. My job was to deliver cleaned drapes to customers. I was given the keys to an old van and told to take ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-23

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Is Our Identity As Christians

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 26, 2014

If we are Christians our STANDING irrespective of how we fall REAMINS that of a Child of God. Hallelujah!! However our STATE may change when we make wrong choices and refuse or neglect to follow Jesus.

Who am I in Christ Intro: When Maddy and I led a pilgrimage to Israel in January this year, we met a Roman Catholic priest at the Parable house in Taybeh, the only Christian village in the Occupied Territories. The priest started his talk to us by saying: I am, first of all, a Palestinian I am ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

A Noise In My Belly

Contributed by Bishop Malcolm Coby, Ph. D. on Aug 20, 2016

There is a weapon in you that you must neither take for granted nor neglect. It is positioned to be released on the enemy of your soul. That weapon is a Noise in your Belly that will silence the devil and give God the glory. It is your praise to God.

I. Introduction 1. The Text: John 7:37-38 2. The Feast of Tabernacles was celebrated with certain festival rituals. 3. One was a solemn procession each day from the temple to the Gihon Spring. 4. A priest filled a gold pitcher with water while the choir sang Isaiah 12:3. –Therefore with ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: *other

Honest To God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Dishonesty will hinder the work of God in the soul of any man, whether they be believer or unbeliever. Honesty, therefore, or facing up to the full truth about ourselves in relation to God and the world, is a subject we cannot afford to neglect.

Branch Rickey use to coach the University of Michigan baseball team before he became manager of the Dodgers. One day they were playing Brown University, and the Brown catcher, Walter Snell, hit what might have been a three bagger, but he stretched it into a home run. The first baseman, however, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6

Overcoming Spiritual Laziness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

Spiritual laziness is a state of neglect in our spiritual lives, where we become complacent, apathetic, or disengaged from our pursuit of God. It can lead to stagnation, missed opportunities, and a lack of growth in our faith.

Title: OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL LAZINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 6:9-11 "How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest—and poverty will come on you like a thief and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:9-11, Romans 12:11, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Revelation 3:15-16, Galatians 6:9, Hebrews 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Causes Of Backsliding And How To Overcome Them Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Backsliding is a gradual process that happens when a believer neglects spiritual disciplines, compromises with sin, or allows distractions to take the place of God. However, God’s mercy is always available to restore those who repent.

CAUSES OF BACKSLIDING AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 2:19 "Your own wickedness will correct you, and your backslidings will rebuke you. Know therefore and see that it is an evil and bitter thing that you have forsaken the Lord your God, and the fear of Me ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:19, Proverbs 14:14, Hebrews 10:38-39, Matthew 24:12, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Galatians 6:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 2, 2022

When we focus only upon temporal physical and superficial longings – represented by physical bread – we neglect our eternal deep spiritual needs, represented by spiritual bread, the Lord Jesus Christ Himself.

I Am the Bread of Life (John 6:35-51) 1. Most writers know not to use mixed metaphors. Here are some examples: 1. She was a couch potato in the gravy boat of life, flopping dejectedly on the sofa. 2. All at once he was alone in this noisy hive with no place to roost. 3. The little boat gently ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-51

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Heroes Of The Bible: Esther Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 7, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Esther. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint Available)

Heroes of the Bible: Esther Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/5/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Unexpected Miracle In Zarephath Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

God's miracles do not always come from obvious places or expected methods. In Zarephath, He used a poor widow to provide for His prophet and turned her last meal into a river of abundance.

THE UNEXPECTED MIRACLE IN ZAREPHATH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 17:8-16 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:19; Matthew 6:33; Hebrews 11:6; Philippians 4:19; Luke 4:25-26 INTRODUCTION: When the brook Cherith dried up, God redirected Elijah to a place no one would expect—Zarephath, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Luke 21:1-4 A Deeper Discussion Of Giving

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 10, 2024

The widow's offering. 4 verses, we often breeze through them and pull out a few tried and true statements about giving. But a deeper look gives many more principles to apply.

Here's what I want us to see: this is part of a bigger story. This isn't just a talk about giving, but it's a continuation of what's been happening with the scribes and Pharisees. To fully understand this set of verses, we actually have to back up to the last couple of verses of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational