Sermons on Wise:

Lesson 1: Trim Your Lamps

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 26, 2006

The parable of the 10 virgins (bridesmaids) is interpreted as Israel’s preparation for the Lord’s glorious return. However, the principle of getting ready for His return applies to us today.

A. INTRODUCTION: MATTHEW 25:1-13 The parable of the 10 virgins (bridesmaids) is interpreted as Israel’s preparation for the Lord’s glorious return. However, the principle of getting ready for His return applies to us today. B. TWENTY-TWO LESSONS FROM THE TEN BRIDESMAIDS 1. There is only one bride; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 30, 2003

To note that the Lord’s return may happen at anytime; thus, we must be ready at all times.

Are You Ready? Text: Matt. 25 Thesis: To note that the Lord’s return may happen at anytime; thus, we must be ready at all times. Introduction: 1) Do you remember the game “Hide and Go Seek?” a) The seeker would count and then say, “Ready or not, here I come.” b) Still, the count ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Knows Best

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

God’s faultless wisdom should be the daily guide of our lives.

“GOD KNOWS BEST” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 12:9-34 The Situation Comedy “Father knows best” aired October 3, 1954 - September 17, 1962 CBS & NBC - 203 Episodes The Anderson family: Jim, manager of the General Insurance Company; his wife Margaret; and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:9-34

The Fear Of The Lord

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Nov 1, 2006

Pleasing God and living for His glory should be the main duty of living.

THE FEAR OF THE LORD Ecclesiastes 12:8:14 (A Short message to the bretheren of the Worldwide Church of God) Bulawan, Prieto Diaz Sorsogon October 27, 2006 INTRODUCTION The paradox of Christian life appears when we see the Christian in his pursuit of the highest and noblest goal of living. To ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Failures Of The Foolish

Contributed by David King on Mar 4, 2007

Left behind when I was so sure I would go.

Text Matthew 25:1-13 Matt 25:13.. Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh. KJV INTRO: The parable concerning the ten virgins isn’t a new one to the church world. It has been preached upon many different times and many different ways. I suppose ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Murder Of The Innocents! (Matthew 2:13-23)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 8, 2007

The streets of Bethlehem awash with blood! What happened to gentle Jesus, meek and mild? ...

O little Town of Bethlehem! How still we see thee lie! No! Not today! Did you listen to today’s Gospel reading – there is blood running in the streets of Bethlehem, and mothers weeping for their dead children! Yesterday, ’the little Lord Jesus no crying he makes’, but today there is crying a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How To Not Over React To People Or Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." (James 1:19) Only when our mind, will and emotions are under the control of the Spirit of

How Not to Over-React We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. One day a Midwestern Lawyer became so discouraged with his productivity that he despaired of everything in life. He wrote in his diary, "I do not know if my life is worth anything to anyone. I often wonder if my life will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Words

Contributed by Kris Roberts on May 24, 2004

A message challenging Christians to control their tongue.

The Power Of Words 1. Introduction · Show “One Word” video clip Matthew 12:36-37 says… But I tell you that men will have to give account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: United Methodist

You Can Learn A Lot From An Ant

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 12, 2009

Many of lifes greatest spiritual truths come to us through the most unusual things. God uses natural things to teach us spiritual things.

6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, 8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest. Jesus said, Work while it is day for the night cometh when no man can work.. Jesus said Walk while you have the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope For A New Year

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jan 4, 2010

Facing a new year we can learn from how the Magi visited Jesus

It is disheartening when someone you’ve respected in their chosen field ends up being nothing more than a lost soul. John Antrobus, a playwright and author, shared a Christmas he spent with Peter Sellers in a December 27 article. He got a call in 1977 inviting him to come over Christmas Day. During ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Favor Comes From God

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 29, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelit

I. EXORDIUM: Have you plundered someone before? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: GOD gives the favors IV. TEXT: Exodus 12:36 The Lord caused the Egyptians to look favorably on the Israelites, and they gave the Israelites whatever they asked for. So they stripped the Egyptians ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:36

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Way Of Life And The Way Of Doom

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 3, 2013

Which path are you choosing to walk, with God or according to man? Let this passage reveal to you the best way for your life.

Psalm 1 Intro: Each one of us have the opportunity to make a wise choice by choosing God's way, following God's will, and listening daily to God's word. Sadly, there is also the opportunity to make an unwise choice by choosing the way of man, to follow the flesh, and listen to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Kings - Seek The King - Avoid The Evil King

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 5, 2019

Avoiding distractions from the gospel

Weekend Message/Devotion January 6, 2019 Communion Sunday Matthew 2:1-12 Three Kings – Seek THE KING – Avoiding The Evil King Today’s reading is all about kings. However, the King of the Jews (Our Christ) is our only Sovereignty. Let’s look at these kings. First are the three “Kings of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 28:16-20, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let God Use You

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 26, 2018

What we need to do for the Lord.

Let god use you Luke 12: 35 Let your loins be girded about, and your lights burning; God gives us commands Here is the question What are we going to do now? There are commands for us to live by. LET YOUR • Let your light shine (MATTHEW 5: 16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Woman Taken In Adultery: One Who Excuses Himself, Accuses Himself.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 11, 2019

Fifth Sunday of Lent – Year C Readings

A rusty old shield one day prayed, “O sun, illumine me"; and the sun answered, “First, polish yourself." Jesus told them, “Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her.” Apparently, each of the Pharisees was weighing in his mind the risk of pursuing his ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Catholic