Sermons on Winner:

Indelible Ink

Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 18, 2009

That the indelible charachter of a Christian should be love!

Help me finish these statements, you can probably think about each one and figure it out: -You can tell what wood it is by its: __________ (grain) This next one I have actually inverted: -You can tell there is fire by its:__________(smoke)(reversed: “If there’s fire, there’s smoke”) -“You can tell ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

When They Oppose You Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019

Remember, you must be a good testimony for God in all things.

A. Introduction: We Are Instructed To Pray For . . . 1. People. “I exhort . . . that supplication, prayers, intercession and giving thanks be made for all people, for kings and for all who are in authority” (I Tim. 2:1-2). 2. Those over us, (boss, president, governor, pastors, etc.) 3. Healing. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:26-28, 1 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Witness

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 26, 2015

Jesus, the bread of life sustains us.

BEARING WITNESS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (December 26, 2015) “Ho, every one that thirsteth, come ye to the waters, and he that hath no money; come ye, buy, and eat; yea, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. Wherefore do ye spend money for that which is not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-4

Denomination: Friends

The Insignificant In Christmas

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jan 10, 2016

God uses the most insignificant things to make the most difference. It's true at Christmas, too!

The Christmas story is a great story, and it rivals anything Hollywood ever came up with. There’s conflict, anticipation, a villain (or several villains, depending upon how one looks at the story), political intrigue (especially as Herod attempts to deceive the magi), there’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Circle The Wagon Yet Series

Contributed by David Widner on Sep 4, 2016

God did not ask his people to withdraw into their own little group or church and not reach out to the lost

Don't Circle the Wagons Yet Text 2 Corinthians 10:1-7 Introdution: Do you remember the TV show Wagon Train? That show and all the TV shows and movies that showed the western expansion by wagon train always showed the wagons moving into a defensive position that made forward movement impossible. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sow And Reap Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Life is very short but use it with sowing good things so that you will reap the same

Gal 6:1-10:Sow and Harvest By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan “Let everyday begin with seeds you plant” – Robert Louis Stevenson ( Authored Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde). Every action creates reaction.Is everything happens to you is a result of your own actions. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Gods Seeming Detour Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 27, 2015

We should humbly appreciate that we were snatched out of the fire and put in the spiritual limelight by God’s grace. Let us appreciate and glory in being part of God’s church!

God’s Seeming Detour (Isaiah 65:1-16) 1. Suppose you loved covered bridges & planned a vacation around them. 2. God had your interest at heart; the main road was blocked by a detour sign. After grumbling, you find yourself on an enchanting county road — and there it is — the most amazing covered ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Praying When You Come To The End Lesson 18 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 28, 2017

Prayer is a relationship with God, and it is talking to God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Prayer is a relationship with God. a. First Relationship. Jesus, I believe You died for me, I want You to come into my life and save me (John 1:12; 3:16; 3:36). b. Daily Relationship. Lord, lead me today. “The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want . . . He leadeth me ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Backslider

Contributed by James R. Rice on Jan 31, 2014

This message covers the leading causes to backsliding and the full-blown manifestations of backsliding in the life of a child of God. There is a cure for backsliding and it is simple and it is sure.

BACKSLIDER Jeremiah 14:7 A. Biblical Interpretation of Backsliding. 1. Means “to flinch, to go back, it has the idea of going back, being stubborn like a heifer.” For Israel slideth back as a backslidden heifer.” Sometimes a stubborn heifer stands with extended forelegs pressed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 14:7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Prays For Us Luke 22:31-34 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Mar 22, 2014

Peter denied Jesus three times in one night Yet Jesus prayed for him. What about you? What is your big failure? Do you feel like it is the end? IT IS NOT. For God our ends are His beginning. Jesus is praying for us.

Luke 22:31 And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. 32 But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned, strengthen your brethren.” 33 But he said to Him, “Lord, I am ready to go with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: *other

Lessons From The Four Views Of David

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 2, 2013

An exploration of how others viewed David before and after he killed Goliath and the lessons we can learn.

Perhaps the best know story from the life of David is the account of him slaying the giant Goliath found in 1 Samuel 17. There are many valuable lessons to be found in this great passage. However, I would like to focus on how David was viewed by the other characters in this passage and make some ...read more

Denomination: *other

Battlefield Prayer Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 7, 2014

The ability to effectively use the Armor of God comes through prayer. This is the force behind the armor, and the key preparation for battle. This critical component of prayer is how we utilize our spiritual resources.

On January 17th, 1991, I was leading an outdoor worship service in the desert of Saudi Arabia for the 28th Combat Support Hospital. Our service was interrupted by a messenger from Colonel Mike Ball, our XO: “Fall in! The ground war is about to begin!” This was the moment we’d ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Congregational

8th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Aug 1, 2014

Jesus feeds five thousand with five loaves and two fish. Apostles are overwhelmed when Jesus directs them to feed the people in a remote area where no food is available.

8 Sunday after Pentecost Matthew 14:14-22 Have you noticed that it’s always the busy people who are more likely to accept additional responsibilities rather than those who have more time. And, why is it that poorer people are more likely to donate to charitable causes, sooner than rich ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:14-22

Denomination: Catholic

Sacrifices To God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 21, 2020

Offerings follow the character of the worshipper. God looks not into the hands of a man but the heart of a man. We can't satisfy God by our mere offerings but by the broken heart and humble spirit. God is after a man or woman who is living with love and devotion to God and fellow human.

Better Sacrifice Genesis 4:1-10 Introduction: This year we are going to meditate under the Theme: “A cloud of Witnesses”(Hebrews 12:1). We will be thinking numerous personalities of the Bible from the perspectives of Faith journey. This Sunday we have two personalities before us to learn. They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

A Vision Of World Peace Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 26, 2022

Isaiah has a vision of peace. This vision came from God. What Isaiah gives us here is totally different from "visualizing peace". We need to see what Isaiah saw. The vision of peace the prophet saw and foretold.

The subject of peace has universal interest. There are international conferences in process working toward world peace. Why is there such an interest in world peace? It is because of the atrocity of war and the devastation it brings. You may have seen the bumper sticker, “Visualize World Peace.” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist