Sentence Sermons and One-liners that teach powerful lessons

In life and in death, our only hope is Jesus.

Sin brings pain---to us, and to God.

Nations rise and fall, but Christ's kindom stands forever.

Living only for temporary gain leads to eternal loss.

When God permits trials, He also provides comfort.

Compassion is love in action.

Heaven--no pain, no night, no death, no tears.

Little sins won't stay little.

Christ braved the shadow of eternal death to bring us the sunshine of eternal life.

Leaders don't attain greatness by giving orders, but by serving others.

Instead of looking at hypocrites, look at Jesus.

Rather than complain about the thorns on roses, be thankful for the roses among the thorns.

To enjoy the future, accept God's forgiveness for the past.

There's a longing in every heart that only Jesus can satisfy.

God uses ordinary people to carry out His extraordinary plan.

Giving is the true measure of love.

Be faithful--and leave the results with God.

Even in life's darkest hour, Christians have the brightest hope.

The power of Satan is no match for the power of Jesus.

Christlikeness is always in season.

Repentance means hating sin enough to turn from it.

A divided heart multiplies our problems.

There are no unimportant members in the body of Christ.

True faith needs no feelings to rest upon.

A little kindness can make a big difference.

We are heirs of God not merely by contract, but by birthright.

If you want life-changing mail, open your Bible and read a letter from God.

Worry casts a big shadow behind a small thing.

When you open your heart to Jesus, heaven is open to you.l

To know Jesus is to know God.

When people are more important than profits, everyone profits.

The soul would have no rainbow if the eyes had no tears.

The best reason for hope is God's faithfulness.

Let God's word fill your mind, rule your heart, and guide your tongue.

God teaches us so that we can teach others.

What you decide about Jesus will determine your destiny.

The richest inheritance a grandparent can leave is a godly example.

There's no excuse for excusing sin.

When you know God's grace, you'll want to show God's grace.

Prayer does not require eloquence but earnestness.

The best safeguard for the younger generation is a good example by the older generation.

We all need salvation, whether we're nice or not.

No tragedy is beyond God's soverignty.

The Lord can turn a tragedy into an opportunity to show us that eternity must never be ignored.

He who waits on the Lord will not be crushed by the weights of adversity.

A fruitful harvest requires faithful service.

To conquer the habit of complaining, count your blessings.

We haven't learned to live until we've learned to give.

The truth of Christ is the only path to freedom.

A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor can we be perfected without trial.

Time in Christ's service requires time out for renewal.

Conviction makes us sad--confession makes us glad.

The warm fellowship of the church will keep your heart from growing cold.

A life filled with love for the Lord and for others is a fulfilling life.

Jesus first
Others second
Yourself last
The only TRUE formula for spiritual Joy.

We must learn to weep before we can dry another's tears.

The Bible is a mirror that lets us see ourselves as God sees us.

Compassion is needed to heal the hurts of others.

Confession is the key that opens the door to forgiveness.

Many who have been blind to the truth have found that reading the bible is a real eye-opener.

God's work is done by those who pray.

No one is beyond the reach of God's love.

Anger is a condition in which the tongue works faster than the mind.

You can’t change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future.

God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with Him.

Everyone needs to be loved…especially when they do not deserve it.

The real measure of a man’s (woman’s) wealth is what he (she) has invested in eternity.

Laughter is God’s sunshine.

Thank God for what you have; Trust God for what you need.

If you fill your heart with regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you have no today to be thankful for.

Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks within.

If anyone speaks badly of you, live so that none will believe it.

Patience is the ability to idle your motor when you fell like stripping your gears.

Harsh words break no bones, but they do break hearts.

Love is the only thing that can be divided without being diminished.

Happiness is enhanced by others, but does not depend upon others.

For every minute you are angry with someone, you lose 60 seconds of happiness that you can never get back.

Don't let your worries get the best of you; Remember, Moses started out as a basket case.

Some people are kind, polite, and sweet-spirited, until you try to sit in their pews.

Many folks want to serve God, but only as advisers.

It is easier to preach ten sermons, than it is to live one.

The good Lord didn't create anything without a purpose, but mosquitoes come close.

When you get to your wit's end, you'll find God lives there.

People are funny; they want the front of the bus, middle of the road,and back of the church.

Opportunity may knock once,but temptation bangs on the front door forever.

Quit griping about your church; If it was perfect, you couldn't belong.

If a church wants a better pastor,it only needs to pray for the one it has.

We're called to be witnesses, not lawyers or Judges.

God Himself doesn't propose to judge a man until he is dead, so why should you?

Some minds are like concrete; thoroughly mixed up and permanently set.

Peace starts with a smile.

I don't know why some people change churches; What difference does it make which one you stay home from?

A lot of church members singing 'Standing on the Promises' are just sitting on the premises.

Be ye fishers of men. You catch 'em - He'll clean 'em.

Stop, Drop, and Roll won't work in Hell.

Coincidence is when God chooses to remain anonymous.

Don't put a question mark where God put a period.

Don't wait for 6 strong men to take you to church.

Forbidden fruits create many jams.

God doesn't call the qualified, He qualifies the called.

God grades on the cross, not the curve.

God loves everyone, but probably prefers 'fruits of the spirit' over 'religious nuts!'

God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.

He who angers you, controls you!

If God is your Co-pilot, swap seats!

Prayer: Don't give God instructions, just report for duty!

The task ahead of us is never as great as the Power behind us.

The Will of God never takes you to where the Grace of God will not protect you.

We don't change the message,the message changes us.

You can tell how big a person is by what it takes to discourage him.

The best mathematical equation I have ever seen: 1 cross + 3 nails = 4 given.

There is no greater treasure than a good friend!

Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain.

Drinking prevents thinking, and thinking should prevent drinking.

The idle Christian is the raw material of which backsliders are made.

Although sin is sugar-coated, it is always bitter.

The strong should bear-not bare-the infirmities of the weak.

Don't stay so busy laying up for a rainy day that you can't enjoy the sunshine.

The egotist is an I specialist.


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