Sermons on Working Hard:

Into His Presents

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 5, 2021

Problems here on earth and in our lives are short in time compared to our time with our God.

Sermon Title: Into His presents. Scripture Text: 2 Corinthians 4:13- 5:1 We have plenty of troubles, personal and national , to keep us busy with worry and no sleep at night. These troubles even cause us medical problems. Things seem to be getting worse as time passes. Everything is ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Help My Unbelief: Rest For A Struggling Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 29, 2025

This is the third talk in a course called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 2". This advanced course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and non-Christians are in attendance, so the homily is presented with that in mind.

T&T Level 2 Spiritual Talk 3 - February 2024 Sometimes, not all the time, not every second of every day, but sometimes life is just too much. It is just too hard. The day-to-day things that we deal with can start to feel like heavy weights, and just doing the bare necessities of life can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Mark 9:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"work For The Lord"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

This is the third sermon in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: “Work for the Lord” Script: Neh. 3 Type: Series Where: GNBC 1-18-15 Intro: William Carey, the pioneer missionary to India, had a son named Felix, who resigned from the mission to accept a position as Burma’s ambassador to the British government in India. William deeply lamented this ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Whistle While You Work Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 12, 2006

Second in a series on the life of David. This message focuses on our work.

Last week, we began a journey through the life of David and as we took a look at the process of Samuel anointing David to be the king of Israel we found that: God chooses to give extraordinary power to ordinary people in ordinary positions in order to serve His purposes. This week, we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing And Acting On The Works Of Christ

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 13, 2006

Discussion of Jesus’ words about those cities who had heard his message and seen his miracles yet rejected him.

Recognizing and Acting on the Works of Christ. Matthew 11:20-24 March 12, 2006 Introduction Why Is Missouri Called the "Show-Me" State? (Adapted from the official site of the Missouri Secretary of State) There are a number of stories and legends behind Missouri’s unofficial slogan,the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:20-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Creative Work Explained Series

Contributed by Bruce Montgomery on Apr 28, 2008

The creation of the heavens and the earth (including the existence of matter itself, it’s organization, and the origin and development of life) wasn’t out of preexisting energy or matter, but was brought into existence by God out of nothing by God speakin

God’s Creative Work Explained Genesis 1:2 – 2:3 By Dr. R Bruce Montgomery Last week: Ge. 1:1 God’s creative work declared: “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” Summary statement The author goes on and gives an explanation of how he did it beginning in verse 2. Not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

5 Star Disciples At Work

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 6, 2021

No matter the environment and no matter your boss, you are called to place a steeple at your workplace. Work as unto the Lord! No matter where or how your receive your paycheck, picture taking the Lord’s Supper while at work.

For more than a century, a French company has issued a series of guide books where they award stars to the best restaurants. It’s the Michelin rating system. Here’s a quick run-down of their rating system - Three stars is exceptional cuisine and worthy of a special journey. Two stars is excellent ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

When Everything Falls Apart Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 1, 2025

Let your decisions in difficulty be shaped by faith, not fear.

When Everything Falls Apart Text: Ruth 1:1-5 Introduction 1. “We pray when there’s nothing else we can do, but God wants us to pray before we do anything at all.” (Oswald Chambers) 2. The Bible is full of stories where people assumed God needed their help, so they went and made terrible mistakes ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Real Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 20, 2010

A study of chapter 7 verses 1 through 14

Zechariah 7: 1 – 14 The Real Heart Of The Matter 1 Now in the fourth year of King Darius it came to pass that the word of the LORD came to Zechariah, on the fourth day of the ninth month, Chislev, 2 when the people sent Sherezer, with Regem-Melech and his men, to the house of God, to pray ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Word, Love & Work Of God

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 19, 2014

Jesus is the Foundation of the Christian life. Upon that foundation there are three key pillars that enable to live the abundant life that Christ wants for us: God's Word, God's love and Grace, and our active engagement in doing the work of God.

Today we want to take an opportunity to think about strengthening and making firm the foundation of our lives. The parable that was just read talks about the importance of building on a sure foundation. If life was always calm, if there were no storms, if troubles never came our way, then perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Works Will Not Save You

Contributed by Dennis King on Jul 31, 2018

Nothing we can do on earth, except accept Jesus as our savior, is good enough to place us inside Heaven's door.

Many theologians agree that the first biblical reference to a revealed truth of a coming Messiah is found in Genesis, chapter three, verses 14 and 15, “And the Lord God said unto the serpent, because thou hast done this, thou art cursed above all cattle, and above every beast of the field; upon ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Just Preach Faith, It Works!

Contributed by J. Allen Lucas on Feb 25, 2008

Though you may be tired and weary, God has not forsaken you. He didn’t put you somewhere so you could struggle but He does have a plan and you are part of it. Just preach faith - it works!

Just Preach Faith, It Works! Titus 1 In Titus chapter 1 we find a letter written by the apostle Paul to Titus. Historians say that Paul was responding to a letter that Titus had sent to him. Titus was the pastor of the church in Crete. And while pasturing this church he became discouraged so ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Rule Of Thumb: No Work, No Food" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 18, 2007

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers, during this Thanksgiving Season, to remember the blessings which come from working their fingers to the bones.

18 November 2007 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Ord Military Chapel Seaside CA BIG IDEA: During this Thanksgiving Season, Christians (everywhere) should recall the blessings which stem from working diligently. REFERENCES: Genesis 2:15; (Proverbs 20:11 KJV (Even a child is known by his ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Working All Around Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 21, 2004

First in a series of sermons based on "Seven Realities of Experiencing God" from Henry Blackaby’s book "Experiencing God."

God Is Working All Around John 17:1-3 INTRO.: Have you ever wanted to know God better and be sure He was working in your life? Most of us want this if we are serious about our Christianity. I was recently introduced to a book named "Experiencing God" written by Henry Blackaby and Claude King. It ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"It Was An Ordinary Working Day"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 21, 2017

God meets us in the every day of our lives and calls us to something great.

“It Was an Ordinary Working Day” Exodus 3:1-12; 4:10-12 Ann left her dorm and took the subway to her medical school. It was just another ordinary day. She was meeting up with another medical student with whom she would be sharing a dead body. They would be dissecting the dead body before ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist