Sermons on Words Aptly Spoken:

Clouds Of Witnesses - Biblical And Local

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 12, 2021

This is a message given about remembering the cloud of witnesses in Scripture and in our local communities whose lives have brought glory to God. It was given near the launch of the celebrations of the 125th anniversary of the Yonge Street Mission (www.ysm.ca)

CATM Sermon - September 12, 2021 - Isaiah 46:9; Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:10-14 This is the day the Lord has made; let’s be glad and rejoice in it, and may our hearts be open to hearing from God’s Word as we worship today. 2021 is the 125th anniversary of the Yonge Street Mission. And today ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fall And Rise And Fall Of Satan

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 19, 2022

Revelation 9

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Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Robe Of Grace (October 23, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 18, 2022

This vision is about Zechariah’s nation as God’s chosen people. It also appears to operate like an allegory in the sense that like the nation of Israel, Zechariah represents Israel as a high priest with filthy rag righteousness,. We too, as individuals in every age stand guilty as charged.

THE ROBE OF GRACE Text: Zechariah 3:1-10 Zechariah 3:1-10 Then he showed me the high priest Joshua standing before the angel of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Owe No Man Anything

Contributed by Robert Austin on Dec 12, 2022

The end of the year is approaching, and most of us are very busy. The New Year is rapidly approaching. A lot of us look forward to the new year as a time to make changes, new starts, and for many, a time to think about budgets.

The end of the year is approaching, and most of us are very busy. The New Year is rapidly approaching. A lot of us look forward to the new year as a time to make changes, new starts, and for many, a time to think about budgets. In fact, we will be working on the congregational budget soon. But ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What If You Could Choose Your Own God?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 21, 2021

Theme: This sermon deals with how would you go about creating your own God if you didn’t want the one found in the Scriptures.

What if You Could Choose Your Own God? Exodus 32:1-8 Romans 1:21-25 Theme: This sermon deals with how would you go about creating your own God if you didn’t want the one found in the Scriptures. How many of you have ever created something from scratch? It could have been a cake, a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-8, Romans 1:21-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Expecting God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 10, 2022

Many people have expectations of what God can do for them. But that's not how it works. We were saved to do things for Him. Why?

I’ve been told that when people come to God –– they have certain expectations. They have certain opinions of what they think God should DO for them. They visualize a God who is going to do what they want done. ILLUS: A woman named Donna had a conversation with her 4 year old niece. The little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Threefold Holy

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 15, 2022

Revelation 4

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Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Is Your Trust 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 27, 2022

Introduction: This verse of scripture talks about trust.

Do you realize how much trust is a part of our life each day? • Every time we flip a light switch, we trust that the light will come on • Every time we place the key in the ignition of our car and turn it, we expect the car to start • Every time we sit in a chair, we expect it to support us Every ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Grass Roots Rules About Looking For Greener Grass” A Simple Lesson About Contentment Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Thinking the grass is greener on the other side of the fence? Here's three grassroots rules about wealth that will help us find contentment:

Have you ever heard the phrase, “The grass is greener on the other side of the fence?” It’s tempting to think that other people’s circumstances are better than yours isn’t it? When I was growing up, I would often go to church camp. If you’ve ever had camp food you’ve learned that it “Ain’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Candidate For An Extreme Makeover

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 17, 2022

In his misguided thinking, Saul thought that he was fighting for God. We need an extreme makeover when our actions are fighting against God and innocent people, yet we think we are fighting for God.

Sermon: A Candidate For An Extreme Makeover Scripture Lesson: Acts 9:1-19 “Meanwhile, Saul was uttering threats with every breath and was eager to kill the Lord’s followers. So he went to the high priest. 2 He requested letters addressed to the synagogues in Damascus, asking for their cooperation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19, Hosea 4:6

Denomination: Methodist

Wrestling With Lions Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 3, 2022

A 3 part series based on the book In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day from Mark Batterson

Chase the Lion - Benaiah 2 Samuel 23:20-23 1 Chronicles 11:22-25 1 John 4:4 June 5, 2022 Some of you may know this, most of you don’t know this . . . last year I was asked to be the volunteer police chaplain for Alexandria. I didn’t have to think too long before I said, ‘sure, I’d love to, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-25, 2 Samuel 23:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon: "teach Us To Made The Most Of Our Days"

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 19, 2024

Moses had witnessed those who had lived many years, carrying the wealth and riches of Egypt, but they all died in the wilderness and failed to receive the promises of God. They were living on empty!

Subject: "Teach Us To Made The Most of Our Days" Text: Psalms 90:12 “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” Introduction: Moses dealt with Israel for more than 80 years. Just think about all that has taken place in the last 50 years. During the last 50 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12, Hebrews 9:27, Psalm 116:15, Job 14:1

Denomination: Methodist

Unleavened Bread And The Passover - The Bread In The Lord’s Supper – The Meanings Of Them All Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 1, 2025

The bread in the Lord’s Supper. We examine the Jewish Passover and concentrate on the unleavened bread. The Lord’s Supper came from that Passover so we see how it relates. Different denominations treat the Lord’s Supper/Communion differently. We consider the leaven as well.

UNLEAVENED BREAD AND THE PASSOVER - AND THE LORD’S SUPPER – THE MEANINGS OF THEM ALL The purpose of this article is not for dispute. It is to provide information. I suppose some will disagree with me on some point here and there, because not all things related to this message are clear cut. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:15-20, Matthew 13:33, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, 1 Corinthians 11:23-24, Exodus 12:46, Hebrews 12:2-3, Colossians 1:13-14, Galatians 5:1, Romans 5:1-2, Ephesians 1:13, Hebrews 10:27, Philippians 1:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foolish Boasting Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 13, 2025

If you’re going to boast, boast about your service, suffering, and shame.

When women get together, one might say, “I was hit by a car today," and all the other women will say, “You're kidding! What happened? Where? Are you all right?” When men get together, their conversation is very different. One might say, “I was hit by a car today," and I guarantee ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33, Mark 10:45, Hebrews 12:2, Acts 9:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Sermon 4 - The Attractiveness Of Authenticity Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 17, 2025

If we want to be salt and light to the world, then we have to get people's positive attention. One of the most attractive things is authenticity. In this sermon, we explore what Christian authenticity looks like.

Introduction: A. There’s a story told of a woman who pulled up to a red light behind another car. 1. The driver of the car in front of her was talking on his cellphone and shuffling through some papers on the seat beside him. a. The light turned green, but the man didn't notice. b. The woman ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ