In Sermons:

Without Faith, It Is Impossible To Please God

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 2, 2026

Faith is not optional, but an essential commodity in the kingdom of God. Without it, we can not fellowship with God.

Without Faith, it is Impossible to Please God Study Text: Hebrews 11:6 Introduction: - Faith is the currency of the Kingdom. In God’s economy, nothing functions without it. - Many people are busy in church activities yet are not pleasing God because activity without faith does not attract ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Allegiance To Christ

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 2, 2026

Back when I was an Army Chaplain, I asked a soldier if he was a Christian. He answered, “Sure, Chaplain; I’m an American!” I’m afraid being a Christian takes more than US citizenship.

Romans 10:8-9, “The Word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart--that is, the word of faith which we are preaching, that if you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved.” (New American Standard Bible) I asked a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-9

Denomination: Congregational

Remember Your First Love Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 2, 2026

Faithfulness to Christ is not measured by how much labor we do for Him, but by how deep our love is for Him and others.

Remember Your First Love Revelation 2:1-7 Rev. Brian Bill January 31-February 1, 2026 A couple months ago, we received a notification from the Quad Cities Times that Edgewood was voted the “Best Place to Worship” for 2025. At first, I smiled, and then I immediately became uncomfortable because ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Examining Our Heroes And Our Hearts

Contributed by Don Campbell on Feb 2, 2026

In Matthew 23, Jesus pronounced seven woes denouncing superficial righteousness.

EXAMINING OUR HEROES AND OUR HEARTS MATTHEW 23 INTRODUCTION A. Lilyan Wilder in Professionally Speaking refers to the “invent-an-image politicians,” in which many politicians hire consultants to teach them how to “look natural.” She says that it doesn’t work because, “You can’t create humanity ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Priority #3: Love The Lost Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Feb 2, 2026

Based on John 3:16 - Challenges hearers to consider ways we are compelled to love the lost.

“PRIORITY #3: LOVE THE LOST” John 3:16 FBCF – 1/25/26 Jon Daniels INTRO – The Incredible Journey (pic) – children’s book written by Sheila Burnford – 1961 – 3 pets, Labrador, bull terrier, & a Siamese cat – travel 300 miles through Canadian wilderness to find their owners. 1993 – Adapted into ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 2 - David The Music Minister Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 2, 2026

Music is a powerful force for our spiritual good and growth. God created music and created humans to be blessed by it. God also has given the gift of music to some people, including David.

Introduction: A. Maybe you have heard the saying, “Music can soothe the savage beast.” 1. And maybe you remember the classic cartoon where Bugs Bunny is reminded of the statement “music calm the savage beast” and Bugs starts playing a violin in order to calm the aggressive gorilla with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contesting The Christ Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Feb 2, 2026

As Jesus enters the temple, He enters into a series of contests or conflicts with the religious leaders.

Introduction Worship wars - conflicts within churches and schools battling over styles of worship music. Hymns, tradition, theological richness Choruses, emotive, passionate Relevance vs. reverence New vs. old contests and grand conflicts can happen in religious circles in a variety of ways. the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

With The Heart Of Christ

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Feb 1, 2026

The Apostle Paul's affection for the Philippian believers, rooted in the visceral compassion of Jesus Christ. Christian love is not a vague sentiment but an sacrificial commitment that must be actively expressed in our relationships with both God and others.

With the Heart of Christ Introduction: The Visceral Meaning of "Affection" In Philippians 1:8, the Apostle Paul confesses his deep bond with the believers: “God is my witness, how I long for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus.” The original Greek word for "affection" is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:8, Matthew 9:36, 1 Thessalonians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

Shout Joyfully (Psalm 66)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 1, 2026

Is it okay to shout praise in church?

Are shouting and singing praise with joy part of our Christian worship? Let’s explore Psalm 66. For the Chief Musician. A song [sometimes vocals without instruments]. A Psalm [vocals with instruments]. (CEB) Do we sometimes shout in church? Do we sing to God with real joy in our hearts? Do we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Securing Divine Help Through Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2026

Divine help is preserved, multiplied, and released when believers remain faithful, steadfast, and committed until the end of their God-given assignments.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH FINISHING STRONG By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:7 Key Verse: “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 7:8; Hebrews 12:1-2; Galatians 6:9; Matthew 24:13; Revelation ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

At A Confused Junction Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2026

God provides divine direction, supernatural supply, and clear answers when His people find themselves at critical and confusing crossroads of life.

AT A CONFUSED JUNCTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 4:1-7 Key Verse: "And Elisha said unto her, What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house? And she said, Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil." — 2 Kings 4:2 (KJV) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Love Of God: Proclaimed, Proven, Practiced

Contributed by Lester Potts on Feb 1, 2026

The writings of the Apostle John are a treasure trove of theological insight, and within his inspired words we find three definitive statements about the nature of God: “God is spirit” (John 4:24, ESV), “God is light” (1 John 1:5, ESV), and “God is love” (1 John 4:8, 16, ESV).

The writings of the Apostle John are a treasure trove of theological insight, and within his inspired words we find three definitive statements about the nature of God: “God is spirit” (John 4:24, ESV), “God is light” (1 John 1:5, ESV), and “God is love” (1 John 4:8, 16, ESV). These sweeping ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24, 1 John 1:5, 1 John 4:8, 1 John 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Unprecedented Faith - "Noah: End Times Faith”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 1, 2026

If we could name anyone as the Poster Child for unprecedented faith, it would be Noah. The reason is that what we see in our world today is the same that Noah saw in his day. An end is coming, and we need the same unprecedented faith in Jesus Christ to see us through.

Unprecedented Faith “Noah: End Times Faith” Genesis 6 Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAVsYdpEgfc Now, if I had to name someone who could easily be identified as the Poster Child of unprecedented faith, it would be Noah. I have come to that conclusion because of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:5, Genesis 9:1, Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:7, Matthew 24:37-39, Romans 1:32, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Luke Part 4

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 1, 2026

NASB, footnotes by Biblegateway.com

The Unrighteous Steward 16 Now He was also saying to the disciples, “There was a rich man who had a manager, and this manager was [a]reported to him as squandering his possessions. 2 And he called him and said to him, ‘What is this I hear about you? Give an accounting of your management, for you ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Martyrs, Old And New

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 1, 2026

Let us pray for all those who suffer under persecution, promised by Christ in His Sermon on the Mount.

Friday of the Fourth Week Integral Feb 6 2026 Paul Miki and Companions Today we began our prayer with a line about the saints: “for love of [Christ] they shed their blood; they now exult with Christ forever.” The saints we commemorate today are the Japanese Jesuit Paul Miki and twenty-five others, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:31, Psalm 18:47, Mark 6:14-29, Luke 1:29-33, Psalm 18:50  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic