Sermons on Wishful Thinking:

The Invitation

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 1, 2011

We often think of a invitation, as a invitation to accept Jesus as our Savior, but God gives us a invitation to follow Him daily!

Luke 14:16-25-Then He said to him, “A certain man gave a great supper and invited many, and sent his servant at supper time to say to those who were invited, ‘Come, for all things are now ready.’ But they all with one accord began to make excuses. The first said to him, ‘I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting Reason Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 26, 2007

You cannot always trust what you think. Your mind is fallible. Faith is required for what reason cannot attain.

a. In our first week on this subject, we did an overview about trust and we learned that trust is developed through a loving relationship with the one we are learning to believe in. b. We learned that the “trustworthiness” of the one we must believe in is vital, and that even if we have all the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Refreshing The Heart Of The Apostle Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 29, 2007

Exposition of Philemon 17-25 about the final thoughts that Paul wanted Philemon to think on before he made his decision

Text: Philemon 17-25, Title: Refreshing the Heart of the Apostle, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/25/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Seeing that little girl at Camp Jubilee one year get saved after a week’s worth of praying and witnessing refreshed the heart of the entire camp. B. Background to passage: After ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Or Who Are You Following

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 5, 2007

Priorities are important in life. We need to think critically about what our priorities should be and work to live them out.

I want to start off tonight by asking you guys to get into pairs and discuss the following question. “What are the top five priorities in my life?” ***Take a few minutes to share responses with the large group*** This issue of what are our priorities is such an important question for all of us to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Father's Eulogy: Where Are You In Your Life, The Pit, The Prison, Or The Palace

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 17, 2019

JUST BECAUSE YOU THINK YOUR LIFE IS LIKE A PRISON OR STUCK IN THE PITS, THAT DOESN’T MEAN YOU’RE NOT BLESSED.

A. YOU HAVE TO REALIZE THAT EVERYONE GETS STUCK IN A PIT IN LIFE 1. THE LORD JESUS SYMPATHIZES WITH US IN OUR SORROWS (HEB 4:15) 2. THE LORD JESUS HAS COMPASSION TOWARD HIS PEOPLE (ISA 40:11) 3. THE LORD JESUS IS ABLE TO BEAR OUR BURDENS (1 PET 5:7) TRANS: BELIEVE IT OR NOT, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:4-24, Genesis 39:11-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Arms Of The Lord (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

When we think of the arms of the Lord, we imagine a place of comfort, protection, and peace, far from the struggles and pain of this world.

IN THE ARMS OF THE LORD (Funeral sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. Luke 16:22 (KJV) And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried. INTRODUCTION: In moments of grief, we often find ourselves looking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Resurrection

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Apr 15, 2025

Resurrection tells us about where we think Jesus is suppose to be, it is something we just believe, and resurrection is hope.

John 20:1-18 Resurrection 1. Resurrection tells us Jesus is not where He is suppose to be Jesus is Suppose to be in a Tomb • Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw the stone removed said, . 2 So she ran and went to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved, and said ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Practice What You Know Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 20, 2024

Maintain unity and keep the peace. Stay joyful and entrust anxieties to God. Think biblically and meditate on God's Word.

Phil 4:2-9 PRACTICE WHAT YOU KNOW Having urged the believers to PRESS ON and STAND FIRM in the Lord, the example he has set for them, Paul gives some practical exhortations to the church as he ends the letter. • As in other epistles, Paul gives counsel to the needs specific to the church. In ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9, Ephesians 4:1-3, Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revival Looks Like Turning

Contributed by Paul Robinson on May 17, 2023

Revival is far more simple than we often think, but that doesn't mean it's easy.

Turning is something we do every day. We turn to get out of bed, we turn to go in and out of rooms, we turn on the road, we turn to greet people. Turning is such a natural thing that we don’t even notice we are doing it. In Psalm 85, some conscious turning is taking place. God is turning from His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

When God Takes Over

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 27, 2021

When God intervenes in the life of his children, he takes complete charge and provides solutions man may think impossible.

TEXT: Acts 12:5-7 "Peter therefore was kept in prison: but prayer was made without ceasing of the church unto God for him. And when Herod would have brought him forth, the same night Peter was sleeping between two soldiers, bound with two chains: and the keepers before the door kept the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5-7, Exodus 15:9-10, Psalm 70:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

For The Good Of The People Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 14, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, when we think and when we say for the good of the people ...

FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (November 12, 2020) “For I am with the ee, and no man shall set on thee to hurt thee: for I have much people in this city.” Acts 18: 10, King James Version (KJV). Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:10, Romans 8:1-39, John 21:6, Luke 5:5-11, John 21:22, John 21:9-15, John 21:11, John 21:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

85. Revelation 20 - Hell And The Super-Righteous Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 18, 2018

There is no place in heaven for those who think they are morally, spiritually or intellectually superior to others and thereby contradict the very nature of Jesus Christ.

IN GOD'S IMAGE 85 - REVELATION 20 - HELL AND THE SUPER-RIGHTEOUS This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:16-18, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 20:15, Luke 16:25-26, Luke 16:13-15, Luke 18:24-27, Matthew 21:31, Matthew 22:8-13, John 3:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Demas. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 2, 2018

Paul was in prison thinking about Demas….Legend tells us, he was now a priest in a pagan temple, making lots of money!

Our Demas Dec. 2, 2018 Philemon- 1:23-Epaphras, (Ef/A/Fras) my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, 24-as do Mark, Aristarchus (Air/U/Stock/us), Demas, Luke, my fellow laborers. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection C.5 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Israel Is An Important Indicator

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 23, 2020

When Jesus refers to a fig tree in Matthew 24, he is thinking of Israel. Israel is relevant to 'End Times'.

Today, we’re on to our last Reflection on Matthew 24! This Reflection contains some relatively complex arguments. I just can’t make it shorter. Sorry. If you’re in the mood for something stretching, read on! As Jesus starts to wind up his answer to his disciples’ question, he says this: 32 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-34

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Cognitive Development

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 27, 2025

Cognitive development is regarded as an integral factor of life, primarily referring to the growth of a child's ability to think, reason, and understand.

Morihei Ueshiba, a Japanese martial artist once remarked: “Study how water flows in a valley stream, smoothly and freely between the rocks. Also learn from holy books and wise people. Everything - even mountains, rivers, plants and trees - should be your teacher.” Isaiah 1:18 reminds us: “Come now, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7, 2 Peter 3:18, Proverbs 18:15, Hosea 4:6