Sermons on Worthwhile:

Holy Spirit's Peace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 28, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have genuine peace? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize the work of the HOLY SPIRIT in our lives not our works of fake peace. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 12:18 (New Living Translation, Second

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have genuine peace? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To emphasize the work of the HOLY SPIRIT in our lives not our works of fake peace. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 12:18 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then the Spirit came upon Amasai, the leader of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Emotional Intensity Of Caring Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 1, 2007

When we really care about those we influence for God, we experience a broad-spectrum of intense feelings.

The Emotional Intensity of Caring (I Thessalonians 3:1-8) 1. Pastor Marc Axelrod shared this: ? My nephew Justin is a Marine. Right now, he’s going through boot camp. And other than me, he is probably the only Christian in the family. And so Jeanne and I have been praying for him alot. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Longing For The Likeness Of The Lord

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 9, 2007

Paul had a great longing to be like his Lord. We as modern-day Christians should have that same consuming desire to be like Jesus.

LONGING FOR THE LIKENESS OF THE LORD Text: Ps.17: 15; Phil.3: 8, 9 Intro: Webster’s Dictionary defines the word “longing” as a “strong desire; yearning.” It almost goes without saying that everyone has strong desires of one sort or another. And the list of things for which people desire is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Ipray Series

Contributed by Matthew Hylton on Sep 13, 2010

The iMission is for all of us to carry out. We are all to Pray, Give, & Go.

iMission - (Part 1) “iPray” TEXT: Multiple INTRO: This morning we start a new 3 week series called the iMission. Why iMission? “I” is not for the internet as some of you are thinking…. because the church is made up of who? People… the “I” is for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dreamy-Eyed Mary, Busily Working Martha

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Why does Jesus praises the contemplative, dreamy-eyed Mary, sitting at His feet, but scold the busily working Martha?

Intro The puzzling response of Jesus to Mary and Martha leave us scratching our heads. Our Lord Jesus praises the contemplative, dreamy-eyed Mary, sitting at His feet. He scolds the busily working Martha. What gives? Martha was the one who was busily looking after Jesus’ needs and His ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Hackernoon #7 - Working It

Contributed by Robert Butler on Sep 14, 2020

God's original intent was for mankind to work and enjoy the opportunity to serve Him through our stewardship of the resources provided

HackerNoon is one of the leading tech blogs to learn about coding, blockchain, and startups. With over 7000 writers and 200,000 daily readers, Hacker Noon has become the voice of hackers around the world. The urban dictionary classifies a hacker as: as someone who strictly pursues creature ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1, Genesis 2:15, Colossians 3:17, Exodus 20:8, Philippians 4:3, Proverbs 12:11, Proverbs 14:23, Proverbs 15:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Elderly’s Proclamation

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 18, 2020

Old age is sure to come of which the Word of God gives us guidance on how to age under God’s grace.

The Elderly’s Proclamation Scriptural Truths to Growing Old by the Grace of God In the Spokesman Review was an article titled, Pinging Like Crazy, “Man is like an automobile. As it gets older, the differential starts slipping, and the u-joints get worn, causing the drive shaft to go bad. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"An Upper Room Experience”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 2, 2018

Five things the disciples discoverd that forever changed their lives.

Well, it’s another Easter Sunday. This one Sunday of the year has come to be associated with people dressing up in extra nice clothes, egg hunts, family gatherings, and time off from work. But it’s so much more than that. It’s a Sunday in which we celebrate in a special way, the historical fact of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-53

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding Who I Am Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 3, 2018

This message examines being a new creation in Christ and what that means for us.

The Looking-Glass Self: Much of who we think we are arises from who others say we are. - There is a sociological idea developed by Charles Cooley in 1902 called the “looking glass self.” The idea is straightforward: much of who we believe ourselves to be comes from what others think of us. - If ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prescription For Happiness Sermon Ii: Be A Mourner Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 21, 2019

Who doesn't want to be happy! Jesus pitied unhappy folks, so He taught eight attitudes to help us discover true happiness, the second being our need to discover God's comfort during times of sorrow.

PRESCRIPTION FOR HAPPINESS The Beatitudes – Matthew 5:1-12 Everybody I know wants to be happy. However, it appears to me that some folks may not understand what true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:4

Closer To God And One Another

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 7, 2013

This is the final part of a two part series. We survey the stories of Genesis 1-22 with power point slides and then share this lesson. God wants us back! He calls us. We will answer to God one day. His desire is that we come to Him and receive grace.

Closer to God, Closer to One Another Survey the stories of Genesis 1-22 focusing on God's call and man's response. These two things are the theme of all of scripture. They are the greatest of all human quests. Love God and love your neighbor are not only the highest and best we can do, they ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“you Were Shaped To Serve God” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 14, 2013

God has uniquely shaped each of His children to serve Him by serving others.

Today going to look at God’s fourth purpose for your life: You were Shaped to Serve God. (READ TEXT) The word, “workmanship,” can be translated, “masterpiece.” Notice, the Bible says that through faith in Christ, that is what you already are. In other words, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be A Man Of God?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 20, 2023

The people of Israel had become careless and complacent. God called a man from a small country town to prophesy judgment and preach repentance. This man submitted to God's call to go and prophesy unto Israel.

The affluent people of Israel were enjoying their life of luxury and prosperity. They had become careless, complacent, mistreating poor people, and selling them into servitude. Before long, Israel would be vanquished by Assyria, and the rich would become slaves. Then in walks a God called man from ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:1-17, Luke 18:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Genesis 1:1 - The Scientific Brilliance Of Our Sovereign Lord

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 1, 2023

This is a revision of a sermon I posted nearly two years ago that presented the story of creation from a scientific viewpoint. The wonder of creation is a witness to God's holiness, majesty, power, and glory.

"IN THE BEGINNING, GOD CREATED THE HEAVENS AND THE EARTH" (Genesis 1:1). I want you to consider for a moment how solemn, awesome, powerful, and wondrous this statement is, for it presents the work, thought, and majesty of Almighty God. Some of you reading this might be thinking, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Romans 1:20, Colossians 1:16-17, John 1:1-4, Hebrews 11:3, Revelation 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Endurance Under Stress Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 9, 2022

Does coming to Christ mean the end of suffering? Sorry, no it does not. To this, suffering, you were called. Christ suffered and left an example of suffering. We have great verses in 21-25 about what Christ’s death on the cross means. Christ suffered for you.

It was one of those dramatic stories. The town ruffian named Big Joe became a Christian. After all the noses he had broken, black eyes he had given the meanest toughest man in town accepts Christ and becomes a changed man. Now instead of a violent temper he endured patiently, even under stress. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist