Sermons on Wild Honey:

Baptism: The Water Of Revealing

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 9, 2006

Baptism reveals that Jesus is God’s Son, the world’s Savior and it reveals that we are God’s children.

What do the waters of baptism and the waters of a tsunami have in common? At first glance it wouldn’t seem like they have much in common. The 2004 tsunami that hit South-East Asia snuffed out 250,000 lives and did billions of dollars worth of damage. Baptism, on the other hand, saves souls for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11, Mark 1:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

If Only We Had Known

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Intro.: 1.

Intro.: 1. Illust. Just after World War II as all the American servicemen were coming home, a sailor called his parents from San Diego. He said he was bringing a buddy home w/ him. "You see Mom," he said, "my friend is in pretty bad shape. He was severely wounded. He only has one arm, one leg, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Give Thanks

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 19, 2006

We cannot give thanks FOR all circumstances but we can IN all circumstances. God has a purpose in every storm, shipwreck, tragedy, disease, or whatever that comes upon His children. Giving thanks to God is meant for our good; it enriches our life.

Paul was a man who suffered a great deal of pain and yet wrote, "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." (I Thess 5: 16-18). For Paul to give us such an advice is amazing. • It shows that a Christian can give thanks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

This Trial Is An Opportunity

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 2, 2017

Blessings often come disguised as problems...This problem we face could be an opportunity to allow God to show his stuff.

IN THIS TRIAL THERE IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com BUILD BY FAITH ... GOD HAD A LESSON TO TEACH... ABRAHAM HAD A LESSON TO LEARN... ISAAC HAD A LESSON TO LEARN... DAD, DEAR OLD DAD: WE HAVE WOOD! CHECK. WE HAVE THE FIRE! CHECK. BUT DAD WE HAVE NO LAMB... ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:7-13, Matthew 19:26, Joel 2:22-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Tried By Temptation

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 11, 2019

Jesus confronts temptation before he begins his ministry

March 10, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 4:1-13 Tried by Temptation Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A husband and wife both found themselves unemployed. Day after day they pounded the pavement to look for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

When Deception Goes From Bad To Worse Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 14, 2021

We especially need to take notice since the deception of the end time will be far worse than anything that we have experienced to this point.

Introduction: So far in our study, we have looked at how we can be deceived. We can personally be deceived by gaining too much wisdom of this world that we discount the Word of God as irrelevant and unimportant. We also can experience deception by hearing the Word preached to us and then doing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Isaiah 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

"crumbs"

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 6, 2023

As we come to this table and feast on this bread and wine, I am so grateful that God is the One who made up the guest list and not one of us and you should also be grateful that I am not the one who determines who may or may not sit at the table, amen?

[This sermon was part of a Communion Service.] Welcome to the Lord’s Table. Today we ‘feast’ on … [hold up a piece of bread and a communion cup]. To the naked eye, this doesn’t seem to be much of a “feast,” does it? A typical ‘royal’ feast in Jesus’ day would start out with an appetizer to whet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30, Matthew 5:43-47

Denomination: United Methodist

This Body Was Made For Walking Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007

Because of who Christ is and who he has called us to be in His church, we must walk worthy of His calling.

1. The first step to walking Jesus’ call is a worthy walk. 2. The second step to walking Jesus’ call is a well-disciplined walk (4:2-3) 3. The third step to walking Jesus’ call is a worshipping walk (4:4-6) EPHESIANS 4:1-6 One of the most memorable moments in a parent’s life is when your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of… Unbelief Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 21, 2010

Unbelief is the root of our sins and the great threat to our souls.

Scripture Introduction Earlier this week I told my sister about my surprise that John Piper had invited Doug Wilson to speak at the Desiring God Conference. Nancy told me that others must have felt the same because Piper defended his decision on his web site. So I watched the video. Dr. Piper ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Fresh Start, A Clean Slate

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 5, 2014

Remember Forget See Proclaim

Today is the first time we gather for worship in 2014. It’s a new day. We face an opportunity to approach our lives in a fresh way. And our encouragement and our challenge to do this comes from the Scripture that [person] just read. Are you up for some encouragement with which to face the New ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bride In Song Of Songs

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Jan 5, 2023

The beautiful picture of the Bride for our Lord Jesus Christ

The Holy Bible consists of 66 books, 39 books in the Old Testament and 27 books in the New Testament. Out of these 66 books, 6 books are in poetical language, or books in poetic form. All these 6 books of poetry are found in the Old Testament. Job, Psalms, Parables, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs, ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Necessity For Pollination

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 29, 2022

The list of creatures that can pollinate is long and includes such insects as bees, flies, wasps, beetles, butterflies and moths.

Albert Einstein the German-born theoretical physicist once reputedly quoted: “If the bee disappeared off the surface of the globe, then man would have only four years of life left. No more bees, no more pollination, no more plants, no more animals, no more man.” Genesis 1:25 reminds us: “And God ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:20-23, Exodus 20:11, Hebrews 11:3

Leading In Our Community

Contributed by Mark Green on Oct 3, 2005

To challenge people to become a sweet aroma of God within our community by seeing the spiritual interest of people, loving them and sacrificing for them.

This morning I want us to answer a very important question together. It is not a particularly difficult intellectual question. Instead, this question is more personal. In fact, how each of us answers this question will significantly impact our leadership in the community. In reality, it just may ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Narnia: The Joys Of Turkish Delight Series

Contributed by David Selleck on Nov 17, 2005

Turkish Delight creates addiction and represents temptation and sin from which we need redemption.

Narnia II Dec 4, 2005 Template for worship planning David Selleck Lakeside United Methodist, Muskegon, Michign Felt Need: How is sin similar or different in Narnia, than what we deal with in our daily lives. Hoped for Results: Each person would receive the awareness that, anything that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Real Faith For Real Life (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 24, 2013

This five part sermon series explores the book of James, and discovers what real faith looks like in real life. Each sermon is expository and alliterated. Power point is available.

Real Faith for Real Life: James One Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 9/30/2012 You know one of the best things about the church is that it’s like a family, which is also one of the worst things about the church. Families don’t always get along. It is like the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-24

Denomination: Christian Church