Sermons on Working Through Us:

God Cares

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 4, 2014

Sometimes it may seem as if God doesn't care. The storms come and we wonder where he is. We are overwhelmed with life's duties and wonder where our help is. A loved one dies unexpectedly and we wonder why God didn't stop it. Does God really care? Yes!

GOD CARES INTRODUCTION: Have you ever felt alone or abandoned? Felt like no one cared? “In December 2000 a German woman living in the city of Marburg, died while at home in her flat. Ten months later her landlord forced open the door to the flat, concerned that she hadn’t paid rent for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, 1 Peter 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Like Abraham Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 12, 2026

As one considers Abraham, and all the saints of the Old Testament, the question is often raised – how were they saved and made acceptable to God? While it may seem difficult to fully comprehend, Scripture is clear that they were justified by faith, like all who believe.

Faith like Abraham Galatians 3:6-14 Over the past few weeks, we have discussed the doctrine of salvation by faith in Christ alone. Paul has clearly argued that this biblical doctrine is central to the gospel. The Galatians had been influenced by Judaizers, those who taught works of the law were ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Increase Our Joy In Our Work For The Kingdom

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 14, 2010

This message looks at how churches and Christians tend to view other churches and believers with jealousy. How can we move beyond that and find more joy?

Ways We Lose Sight Of The Goal In Our Kingdom Work: 1. Resenting another person or church’s rising popularity. - John 3:25-26. - Considering that John had repeatedly spoken to his disciples about Jesus and who He is, their resentment is stunning. - First of all, they don’t even have ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-30

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve - What If There Was No Christmas Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 5, 2012

Have you ever wondered what we would be missing if there was no Christmas? When you reflect on this thought you quickly discover just about every good thing you can think of in your life!

Worship Set - December 24 Christmas Eve Service Opening Prayer – Welcome – Pastor Mike Joy to the World (A) How Great Our Joy (A) Emmanuel/His Name is Called(A) Pastor Mike “Merry Christmas” Music/scripture reading (Pastor Mike and Kathy and singers/musicians) Kathy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Incarnation In Ezekiel

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 30, 2018

“I the LORD their God with them" (Ezekiel 34:30).

THE INCARNATION IN EZEKIEL. Ezekiel 34:1-31. “I the LORD their God (am) with them” (Ezekiel 34:30). The word “am” is provided in italics in some of our English translations, to indicate that it is not in the original. ‘What is this but “God with us”?’ asked C. H. Spurgeon in his 19th ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:30, Ezekiel 34:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Struggle With Time Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

The Sabbath is not just a day of rest. It is the fulfilment of the whole wek of God’s work and our part in that work

I think you’d have to agree that the fourth commandment has led to more legalism than all the other 9 put together. It’s such a quantifiable thing isn’t it? "Six days you shall labor and do all your work but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the Lord your God; you shall not do any work." So we make ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Introduction: Why God Uses Imperfections Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

We learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed.

A. IMPERFECT PEOPLE? 1. Positive: we learn victory is possible when God gives weak people strength to succeed. 2. Negative: we learn what not to do. TEN IMPERFECT PEOPLE ? Jacob: A liar and trickster changed by a dream ? Noah: After walking with God got drunk ? Peter: A granite rock who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Usable

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 26, 2014

To be used of God is my desire. Is that your desire today? Paul speaking to Timothy about the issue of Christians who were caught up in false teaching and Christians caught up in worldliness, instructs us as believers as to how we can be used of God.

Usable 2 Timothy 2:19-26 Audrey Mieir wrote in her song, "To Be Used of God": "I've a yearning in my heart that cannot be denied, It's a longing that has never yet been satisfied. I want the world to know the One who loves them so. Like a flame it's burning deep inside. To be used of God, to sing, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Mar 29, 2020

Evangelical Christianity often struggles with the words of James 2 when he declares things like "faith without works is dead," and "Abraham was justified by works." This sermon reconciles his meaning to that of Paul and demonstrates genuine faith is always expressed in works.

GHOSTS IN A CULTURE'S PAST During my Sophomore year of college at Wartburg College – a Lutheran school in Northeast Iowa, I had the privilege of taking a class which took us to Germany for a month to tour sites associated with the Reformation, as we learned about the history of the movement ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Romans 4:1-5, Ephesians 2:8-10, Hebrews 11:8-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Equipping The Body Of Christ For Service

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 31, 2022

This message is about the purpose of leadership in the church, which is to equip the body of Christ for service in the church.

Equipping for Service - Sermon for October 30, 2022 If you have been following along for the last little while, you know that we have been talking about the gifts of the Holy Spirit to the church. Part of the reason that we have been doing this series is so that we can be encouraged that each of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-7, Ephesians 4:11-16, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wanting? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 11, 2016

Be careful of wanting and learn contentment

We continue our study of the Book of Joshua. God chose a people to reveal Himself. The Old Testament is the revelation of God through Israel with its 12 Tribes. God is always God and the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow. What we learn about God through Israel is applicable to us today. But as ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's At Work Restoring His Church, Restoring You

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 5, 2008

God doesn’t just create His kingdom/His church, He is constantly restoring them. This sermon explores how God restores His church.

Isn’t God wonderful? Doesn’t God do some amazing things? One of the amazing things is that he forgives us, not once but constantly. Think about how many times God has forgiven you. Boy he must really love us. And another amazing thing he does is that despite our flaws and our tendency to mess up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Lutheran

3 The Good Samaritan, Part 2

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 30, 2020

The lawyer asks, 'Who is my neighbour?' We should not take 'neighbour' to include everyone! But Jesus' parable warns us against excluding people from the group of people we regard as 'neighbour'.

3 The Good Samaritan, Part 2 Note: this talk is the continuation of ‘1 The Good Samaritan, Part 1’, which is also available on Sermon Central. In the parable of the Good Samaritan, the expert in the law in the story had two questions. His first question was, ‘What must I do to inherit eternal ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 29, 2018

Salvation, Sacrifice, Our Value, He Knows Us

I AM - I AM the Good Shepherd June 3, 2018 John 10:11 (p. 748) Introduction: I love animals…They are delicious! No, listen, I really do love animals…Until the Lord got ahold of my future I was going to be a Veterinarian. Milligan for my undergrad work then Auburn, which is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Foundational Truth 1 (Wk.2) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 26, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "repentance from dead works" and "faith in God".

Dakota Community Church October 19, 2008 Foundational Truth 1 (Week 2) Introduction & Review: While evangelicals are over 50% more likely to give "ideal" answers to the questions about what churchgoers believe on 12 historical doctrines, one out of three of their responses differ from what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite