Sermons on Word Of God A Hammer:

If You Love Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 18, 2023

Loving Jesus means obeying His commandments, and we are empowered to do so with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something super important: loving Jesus and obeying His commands. I know, I know, it sounds kinda boring, but trust me, it's going to be great. So, let's dive in! I want to focus on one main idea: loving Jesus. This means obeying His commands, even ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Topics: Discipline, Authority, Submission, Conformity

Count The Cost Of Discipleship Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The gift of salvation is free, but following Jesus will cost you everything. Discipleship requires total commitment and willingness to sacrifice everything, including our lives.

Hey guys! So, I've got a question for you. How many of you have ever been students? I'm guessing all of you, right? We've all had to learn and study in school, and sometimes it's tough. But did you know that if you're a follower of Jesus, you're called to be a student again? Jesus calls His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Topics: Discipleship, Sacrifice, Spiritual Commitment, Faith Cost

Honoring Mom Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Learn and practice ways to honor and appreciate our mothers through respect, time, love, and recognizing their sacrifices.

Today, we're gonna talk about our moms! The ones who've been there for us since day one. We're gonna look at how we can show them some love and appreciation, not just on Mother's Day, but every day. So, let's dive in! Object Lesson: Grab a big, empty jar and some small rocks or marbles. As you talk ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: Motherhood, Maternal Love, Parental Sacrifice, Mother's Day

Anchored By Hope Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As believers, we are encouraged to remain steadfast and committed in our faith through every trial and storm that life may bring. We are anchored by Jesus, our great hope, salvation, and savior.

Today, we're gonna talk about anchors: those big, heavy things that keep ships from drifting away. We're gonna see how anchors can teach us something important about our faith and our relationship with Jesus. Our main verse for today is Hebrews 6:19, which says: "We have this hope as an anchor for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:19, Matthew 14:25-31

Topics: Resilience, Spiritual Strength, Faith Endurance, Overcoming Trials

Remain Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Learning to remain firm and steadfast in Jesus, as He is the only firm and secure anchor for our souls.

Today, we're going to talk about remaining firm and steadfast in Jesus. Life can be pretty crazy sometimes, and it's easy to get distracted or lose our grip on what really matters. But Jesus is like the ultimate anchor, keeping us steady and secure no matter what storms come our way. So, let's dive ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8, Psalm 23:1-3

Topics: Faithfulness, Divine Guidance, Spiritual Strength, Jesus' Teachings

We Have Access Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

While the Crucifixion of Christ allowed for forgiveness of our sins, the Resurrection serves as our entrance into Heaven. We all have a choice to make in this life. Will we follow Jesus Christ to wherever He may lead us? Or, will we try to do things the world’s way, chasing after meaningless, temporary and empty satisfaction for only a few, short years? The Resurrection calls us to have an Eternal perspective.

Today, we're gonna talk about the Resurrection of Jesus. That's the event we celebrate on Easter. But before we dive in, let me show you something cool. See this locked box? Imagine all the awesome stuff inside, but we can't get to it because it's locked. Bummer, right? Well, Jesus is like the key ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23

Topics: Resurrection Power, Eternal Life, Jesus' Sacrifice, Heavenly Access

Humble Love Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus displayed His passion for humanity through humility, serving others, and giving up His life as a ransom for many. We are called to follow His example by thinking, acting, and obeying in humility.

Hey everyone! Today, we're gonna talk about humility. Humility is that thing where we put others before ourselves and don't act like we're the center of the universe. Jesus was the ultimate example of humility, and we're gonna learn from Him today. But first, let's start with a cool object lesson. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 15:9-13

Topics: Selflessness, Compassionate Acts, Servant Leadership, Unconditional Love

The Example Of Christ Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus loved everyone impartially and intentionally, breaking cultural barriers and societal norms. We are called to follow His example and love others in the same way.

Do you remember Jesus' greatest commandment? He told us to love each other just like He loved us. Today, we're going to see how Jesus walked the talk. Let's pray: God, help us to love like You do. Show us how to look past our differences and love everyone, no matter what. Teach us to love like ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9, John 4:1-42

Topics: Unconditional Love, Purposeful Affection, Impartiality, Intentional Relationships

Gather For Rhythm Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The early church was devoted to teaching, fellowship, breaking bread, and prayer. They gathered regularly, which had a profound impact on their lives. We too can experience this impact by developing the habit of gathering with other believers.

Let's talk about habits - the good, the bad, and the weird. Habits are like the auto-pilot of our lives. Did you know it takes about 66 days to form a new habit? Habits are all about cravings and rewards. What if we craved hanging out with our friends, praying more, and really getting the Bible? ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Early Church, Community Power, Spiritual Gathering, Church History

A Prayer Of Thanks Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 13, 2024

The main idea is to learn to be grateful for what we have and find contentment in it, rather than constantly wanting more.

Hey guys, let's talk about something we all struggle with - always wanting more. You know, that new phone, the latest sneakers, or even more followers on Instagram. It's like we're stuck on a treadmill, always chasing after the next big thing. But have you ever stopped to think about what you ...read more

Topics: Materialism, Consumer Culture, Mindful Living, Simplicity

How To Share Or Divide Limited Resources Among An Unlimited Number Of People

Contributed by George Warner on Mar 23, 2023

Courage is a virtue only so far as it is directed by prudence

SOME GUIDING PRINCIPLES. 1 Bear in mind that it is not possible for you to please everyone. If you try to please everybody you will end up pleasing nobody, so it is important that you boldly prioritize people. Imagine that you are a mother of two twin boys who are 2 years old. Both are about to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27, Matthew 25:8-9, 2 Corinthians 8:12

Easter Sunday

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 27, 2024

There are three resurrection moments in Scripture.

Easter Sunday March 31, 2024 There are three resurrection moments in Scripture. 1. The resurrection of Jesus. John 20:1-7 NIV Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2 So she came ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-7, Revelation 20:11-12, Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiday Attitudes

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 9, 2002

The parable of the good Samaritan reveals different holiday attitudes.

INTRO.- ILL.- An angry lady went into a grocery store and told a clerk that she wanted a half-head of lettuce and she wanted it right now. "Get going!" she screamed at the clerk. "But lady," said the clerk, "we don’t have half heads of lettuce." "Young man," she shrieked, "get a knife and cut a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bad Choices Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on May 16, 2013

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see 2 men compared w/one another. One man took advantage of his eternal opportunities and the other man didn’t. The result is one man found joy while the other man found disappointment. -One man f

“Bad Choices” Luke 16: 19-31 Intro: A Sunday school teacher told his class the story in the Bible of the rich man and Lazarus. He explained that the wealthy man had wonderful clothes, lived in luxury and had all the food he could eat; but he had no compassion for Lazarus, who was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Touching Lives From The Grave

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 26, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 13: 1 – 25

2 Kings 13: 1 – 25 Touching lives from the grave 13 In the twenty-third year of Joash the son of Ahaziah, king of Judah, Jehoahaz the son of Jehu became king over Israel in Samaria and reigned seventeen years. 2 And he did evil in the sight of the LORD and followed the sins of Jeroboam the son of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel