Sermons on Worldly Children:

Adopted By God

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 1, 2023

Can we be adopted by God? How? What does that even mean?

In ancient times there was often no difference between an adopted child and a natural born one. An adopted child received all the rights and privileges of a biological child. That is the meaning in the Bible. We have a special relationship as an adopted child of God. When the Bible uses the term ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Importance Of Responsible Parenting. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 7, 2024

God holds parents accountable for how they raise their children.

God entrusts children to us as a blessing and a sacred responsibility. However, when parents fail to fulfill their duties, neglecting their children's spiritual, emotional, and physical needs, it can lead to devastating consequences. Children are a blessing from the Lord, and as parents, we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Holy Conduct Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 10, 2025

Holy conduct is the demand of God from every person who loves Jesus. Jesus can’t compromise in his standards. So he calls us to be like Him. Is it possible? Yes.

AMC 01.10.2025 Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 Theme: Holy Conduct Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Introduction: 1 Peter 1:15 (alla kata ton kalesanta humas hagion kai autoi hagioi en pase anastrophe genethete) NLT: 1 Peter 1:15 But now you must be holy in everything you do. KJV: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Methodist

Just Like My Dad (A Father's Day Sermon On The Prodigal Son)

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 16, 2025

In the Parable of the Prodigal Son (which is really the Parable of the Loving Father) we get a picture of how our heavenly Father loves us.

Good morning, and Happy Father’s Day! Please turn in (or turn on) your copy of God’s Word and scroll to Luke 15. While you’re turning there, I want to share some photos with you. This past Wednesday, JonWorth encouraged our students to dress like their dad. And the results were hilarious. (Show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Walk With Jesus

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 8, 2025

We are saved and made into children of God. We need to behave like one in this fallen world. This sermon gives us some scriptural guidelines on how we ought to walk as God's children.

The Apostle Paul deals with an action or a verb that every Christians need to do once He accepts Jesus as His personal savior. He uses the verb “walk”. Walking is an action that every individual must practice in order to go from one point to another point. A baby starts crawling and eventually it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Fearfully Made

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on May 8, 2024

The Lord has intricately designed every person

Fearfully Made Psalm 139:1-18 Good morning and happy Mother’s Day. Wives and mothers are such an important part of our lives, so we should take the time to recognize and appreciate them. I want to start this morning by giving you a top-five list of things we should not say to Mom. 5. I bought you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Are Here Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

Based on the hit song by Jeremy Camp and the small group study by Kyle Idleman and Jeremy Camp with the same title: I Still Believe.

I STILL BELIEVE: YOU ARE HERE 1 A. Romans 8:26 (READ) 1. We all have DATES that trigger MEMORIES for us. a. Some DATES you have circled on your calendar are sources of CELEBRATION and JOY— BIRTHDAYS, ANNIVERSARIES, FAMILY REUNIONS, GRADUATIONS. b. Other DATES embedded in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-17, Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin Of Abandonment. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Abandoning one's wife and children is a serious sin, with far-reaching consequences in this life and the next.

Abandoning one's wife and children is a serious sin, with far-reaching consequences in this life and the next. The Bible addresses this issue, warning of the judgment of God upon those who commit this sin. We'll explore the consequences, and the judgment of God. Biblical Teaching: 1. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-16, 1 Timothy 5:8, Proverbs 12:4

What Is Sacred (Mark 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 28, 2024

What is truly sacred and what is just an idol? Let's look at Mark 10.

What things are sacred to us? Is marriage sacred? Are children sacred? Is material wealth a sacred idol or just a tool by which we serve others? Are titles and positions sacred idols to us, or do we serve quietly without tooting our horns? Do we treat the needy as sacred to God? Let’s examine these ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Day After The Resolutions

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2025

God the Father is, through the obedience of our faith, also our Father in Christ. How do our resolutions stand up to that relationship?

The Day after the Resolutions (Jan 2 2026) Therapists sometimes encourage their clients who are puzzled over a boyfriend or girlfriend to have a “DTR” conversation with that other person. The acronym DTR is short for “define the relationship.” One Christian described interactions with a fellow as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:22-28, Psalm 98:1-4, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Catholic

God's Majesty (Psalm 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2026

Do we recognize God's majesty?

Whose name is majestic in all the earth? Why does God love the inhabitants of a tiny planet like ours? Let’s look at Psalm 8. Do even the smallest voices silence the enemy as they praise God’s majesty? O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage And Matters Of The Heart (Matthew 19:1-30)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Feb 5, 2026

In Matthew 19, the Lord Jesus teaches lessons on the sanctity of marriage, the blessing of children, and how to detect a false convert.

Matthew 19:1-10: These verses deal with the sanctity of marriage. The LORD and His disciples had just left the region of Galilee and were now heading to Judea. On the way, He healed those who were sick and in need of His help. The crowds are waiting for Him in Judea, but so are His enemies, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-30, Mark 10:17-22, Luke 18:18-23, Psalm 127:5, Deuteronomy 6:7, Colossians 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Ecclesiastes: The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

Explores the futility of seeking fulfillment in worldly pursuits, emphasizing the importance of finding significance and happiness in God alone.

Dear brothers and sisters, I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A warm welcome to each of you, whether you are a familiar face or a new friend. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are bound together by the love of God, a love that transcends ...read more

Topics: Human Effort, God

Faith Of Our Father(S)

Contributed by Joshua Parrish on Jun 19, 2008

We live in a time when the value of fathers is at an all-time low, yet statistics show us that fathers are needed more than ever. Jesus’ relationship to God the Father serves as an example to us, just how important a father is in his children’s lives.

What is it with our infatuation with having kids? Why do we do it? What is that desire, that passion that burns within us that makes us want children? Is it our desire to see ourselves, literally, in another person? Is it our desire to love and be loved? What is it? Its mysterious to me. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healthy Independence-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 7, 2020

1 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-I—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Play Ball! A father introduced his 5-year-old son to the game of baseball by taking him to several games. The Star-Spangled Banner was sung before the start of each game, & the little fellow got to where he had memorized the patriotic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-4, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist