Sermons on 7 Sons Of Sceva:

Welcome To The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 26, 2023

Who is Jesus referring to in the Beatitudes - or the Welcome? How does this change how we do Church?

Scripture: Matthew 4:23-5:11 Theme: This Is Who We Are Title: Welcome to the Kingdom of Heaven INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Have you ever thought what you would have written down for others to read had: +You been a follower of Jesus for the 3 ½ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-11, Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Journey From Death To Life (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Mar 28, 2023

Peter’s brokenness taught him a great lesson about the Lord’s love, faithfulness, forgiveness, and acceptance. Peter had his own journey from death to life. He realized he could not follow Jesus in his own strength. This realization kept him humble and dependent on Jesus.

Last Sunday we spoke about Jesus in the Valley of Kidron, then in the Garden of Gethsemane, and how the whole time He was in God’s will in His journey from death to life. We are coming to the end of Jesus’ earthly journey in the book of John and can see that these last few hours would be the most ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope In The Valley

Contributed by Gary Holt on May 3, 2025

This sermon is about how a Christian should respond to grief.

“Hope in the Valley” 1 Thessalonians 4:13–14 Life is a struggle and there are times when we go through valleys It could be a VALLEY: - of sickness, fear or poverty - loss or frustration - sadness and anxiety The Valley may be: - the loss of a relationship - it could be betrayal - it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Redeeming Your Time - 5 Biblical Truths About Time And Productivity Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the biblical command to redeem our time, the concept of time in scripture, and how we can apply these teachings to improve our productivity and service to God's Kingdom.

We are commanded throughout scripture to “redeem our time.” Because “the days are evil” and we are running out of time to do the “will of the Lord.” If our aim is to redeem our time, it is imperative that we start with God’s word. Here are five things scripture says about time and our role in it. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: Time Redemption, Biblical Productivity, Divine Stewardship

Sermon Series: Redeeming Your Time

The Receiving And Giving Of God's Grace Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction reflects on the tragic deaths of Chadwick Boseman and Kobe Bryant, prompting introspection about life's significance and the importance of gratitude in receiving and giving God's grace.

Our nation was doubly shocked this year by the tragic deaths of two profound, legendary men, The Black Panther Chadwick Boseman and The NBA Mamba Kobe Bryant. When we mourn the loss of someone who has achieved greatness in his own right and consider his achievements, we often follow a draw to look ...read more

Topics: Gratitude, Life Significance, God's Grace

Sermon Series: Gratitude

Are You Maturing? SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Striving to mature in your spiritual walk in Christ

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am delighted to see each one of you here today, gathered in the house of our Lord, eager to hear His word and grow in His love. As we come together in fellowship, let's take a moment to quiet our hearts, to set aside the cares of this world, and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Topics: Spiritual Growth

Build Up Your Hearts For Heaven PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025

True security and joy come from valuing eternal treasures over earthly ones, letting Jesus shape our desires, vision, and devotion above all else.

Friends, welcome. Some weeks feel like a whirlwind of receipts and reminders, alerts and anxieties. The heart starts hoarding headlines and to-do lists, and before we know it, we wake up with a soul that feels thin. Then Jesus steps into the room of our hearts with words that steady us and set us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Topics: Heavenly Treasures, Wealth, Priorities

A Heavenly Inheritance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2025

This sermon proclaims that God’s presence and Christ’s resurrection secure an unshakeable hope and inheritance, giving believers strength and assurance amid life’s uncertainties.

Some weeks feel like you’re steering a paper boat across whitecaps. The winds of worry howl, and the waters of uncertainty slap the sides of your soul. A bill arrives. A diagnosis lingers. A relationship frays. And somewhere between the mailbox and midnight, the question rises: Is there anything ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Topics: Believers, Hope

Horoscopes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

Trust God’s clear guidance in His Word, not counterfeit sources, because He lovingly leads, protects, and calls us to wholehearted dependence on Him.

Friend, take a breath. The God who hung the stars knows your name, counts your cares, and cares about your choices. In a world buzzing with predictions and personality tests, with headlines and horoscopes that promise to point the way, our Father offers something far better: His clear, kind, steady ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10-14

Topics: Horoscopes, Truth, Biblical View

Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025

God’s grace alone saves us, transforms us, and empowers us to live out our purpose—not by our efforts, but as God’s gift.

Friends, grace has a way of slipping into the room like morning light under the curtains—quiet, sure, and warm. It comes to tired souls and try-hard hearts, whispering what our to-do lists never can: you are loved, you are rescued, you are His. Some of us carry the ache of “Have I done enough?” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Topics: Grace, God's Grace

The God Who Is Enough PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2025

Jesus offers true abundance—not material excess, but a deep, sustaining life of grace, peace, and generosity found only in relationship with Him.

Good morning, dear friends. If your week has been weary or your heart has been hurried, you’re in the right place. The Shepherd of our souls knows how we feel when life feels lean and our plates feel packed. He meets us here with a promise that doesn’t flicker with the markets or moods. He speaks ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Topics: Abundance, God

Too Busy To Listen

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 28, 2000

There is a passage in the Gospel of Luke that talks about two sisters and their attitudes and methods for spending time with the Lord. One of the sisters had her spiritual priorities straight. The other was too busy to listen.

Too Busy To Listen Luke 10:38-42 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church December 31, 2000 Introduction: A few weeks ago, I was talking with Pamela and Linda after church. We were talking about the fact that while it is good to study God’s Word verse-by-verse, it’s also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

He Can Overcome Our Hurts

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 3, 2001

Here was a man, for 38 years unable to walk, a burden to others, & probably with little sense of self-worth. Let's see how Jesus dealt with this man and his needs.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2018) TEXT: John 5:1-15; Matthew 11:28-30 A. When you look around at the people who attend church on Sunday, what do you see? Do you see remarkable people, dressed in fine clothes who have it all together? Or do you see hurting ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Faith

Contributed by Jody Brock on Jan 30, 2004

Sermon about faith as a principle for living every day of our lives and having the kind of faith that is pleasing to God.

Well let me ask you a question. What difference did your faith make to you yesterday? What effect did your faith have on what you did yesterday? Now what was yesterday? It was Saturday. What did you do on Saturday? Well you might have cut the grass, maybe you went to play golf, maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17, Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The New Manifestation

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2003

The Holy Spirit comes to the disciples at Pentecost

The New Manifestation Acts 2:1-13 Jeff Hughes – February 2, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. All of us have had something in our life that we’ve waited for. Maybe it was a job, maybe it was a raise or a promotion, and maybe it was for a child to be born. Or maybe, you were just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational