Galadriel
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I've been really getting into listening to sermons and faith-based talks as I do chores around the house or even go on a lengthy drive. I was wondering what were some of the best sermons you've ever heard (whether at church, via podcast/internet, or elsewhere)?
I'd love to for you to share (esp. if you can provide a link if it's online
).
Here are some of the best sermons I've ever heard:
1. A pastor at church who preached about forgiveness and what it really means. He discussed what God tells us through Scripture, in the example of Jesus, and how to actually practically forgive someone without being a pushover or pretending the offense never happened.
2. A deacon once gave a talk about his conversion of heart. He used to be a tough as nails businessman who only cared about material things and had a failing marriage. He was touched by God, and ended up rededicating his life to the Lord and saving his marriage. One of the biggest catalysts for this was the death of his mother. He said toward the end of her life, his mother couldn't remember anyone from the family and had lost her mind, but the moment he walked into the hospital room to see her, she smiled and immediately recognized him, and then passed away. He said her death had a profound affect on him and made him realize that he was paying attention to all the wrong things in life, things that in the end didn't even matter.
3. Believe it or not, the commencement speech given at my Catholic women's college Master's program ceremony. The speech was given by Sister Helen Prejean, the nun on whom the movie Dead Man Walking is based. She has a beautiful, rich Southern accent, and such an amazing sense of humor. She spoke about our purpose in life, and in valuing the dignity and lives of other people.
4. Any speech or sermon ever given by the Venerable Fulton J. Sheen--he was an American bishop during the 50's & 60's (I think he died in the early to mid 80's), and he actually had a TV show called "Life is Worth Living" for which he won an Emmy award (imagine that, a bishop winning an Emmy). Bishop Sheen spoke plainly, but somehow his words were so deep and profound. He was no-nonsense and very common sense
. I swear 90% of his sermons can perfectly apply to our times, though he preached 30-40 years ago.
So what are some of the best sermons you've ever heard? What was the topic?
I'd love to for you to share (esp. if you can provide a link if it's online
).Here are some of the best sermons I've ever heard:
1. A pastor at church who preached about forgiveness and what it really means. He discussed what God tells us through Scripture, in the example of Jesus, and how to actually practically forgive someone without being a pushover or pretending the offense never happened.
2. A deacon once gave a talk about his conversion of heart. He used to be a tough as nails businessman who only cared about material things and had a failing marriage. He was touched by God, and ended up rededicating his life to the Lord and saving his marriage. One of the biggest catalysts for this was the death of his mother. He said toward the end of her life, his mother couldn't remember anyone from the family and had lost her mind, but the moment he walked into the hospital room to see her, she smiled and immediately recognized him, and then passed away. He said her death had a profound affect on him and made him realize that he was paying attention to all the wrong things in life, things that in the end didn't even matter.
3. Believe it or not, the commencement speech given at my Catholic women's college Master's program ceremony. The speech was given by Sister Helen Prejean, the nun on whom the movie Dead Man Walking is based. She has a beautiful, rich Southern accent, and such an amazing sense of humor. She spoke about our purpose in life, and in valuing the dignity and lives of other people.
4. Any speech or sermon ever given by the Venerable Fulton J. Sheen--he was an American bishop during the 50's & 60's (I think he died in the early to mid 80's), and he actually had a TV show called "Life is Worth Living" for which he won an Emmy award (imagine that, a bishop winning an Emmy). Bishop Sheen spoke plainly, but somehow his words were so deep and profound. He was no-nonsense and very common sense
. I swear 90% of his sermons can perfectly apply to our times, though he preached 30-40 years ago.So what are some of the best sermons you've ever heard? What was the topic?
