Sermons on Absence Without Leave:

Spiritual Foundations: Inevitable For Spiritual Walk With God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 20, 2025

Without a solid spiritual foundation, it is easy to fall away, to compromise, or to be tossed to and fro by doctrines, trials, or temptations.

SPIRITUAL FOUNDATIONS: INEVITABLE FOR SPIRITUAL WALK WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION: Every building that stands the test of time is first established on a solid ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 20, 2024

We need to know the Holy Spirit better. Without Him, we miss out on many blessings.

INTRODUCTION - What is the average Christian’s understanding of the Holy Spirit? - I used to freak out when people called Him the Holy Ghost. - I do not know about you, but ghosts do not give me a comfortable feeling. - Is the Holy Spirit as well known or understood as the two other members of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Holy Spirit And Revival Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit is the divine agent of revival, and without His outpouring, true revival cannot take place.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND REVIVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Key Verse: “And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Unwavering Faith

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 11, 2025

Whatever you ask in faith in God and in His Word, without doubting shall be done for you by the Lord.

The Power of Unwavering Faith Study Text: Mark 11:22–26 Introduction: - In this passage, Jesus teaches His disciples one of the greatest spiritual laws in the kingdom: the law of faith. - It came right after the miracle of the withered fig tree, a living illustration that faith-filled words ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Scarlet Thread

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

Hebrews 9:22 says, "Without the shedding of blood there is no forgiveness." That's the driving principle that runs throughout the entire Bible.

INTRODUCTION We celebrate the resurrection of Jesus every Lord’s Day, but on Easter Sunday we ramp up our celebration. Back in the 1960s, Nikita Khrushchev was the Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union. In one infamous speech he declared the superiority of communism over ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Baptist

Philadelphia: When Faithfulness Is Protected Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 2, 2026

Philadelphia reveals faithfulness without strength: Jesus sees quiet obedience, keeps His people near, opens doors by grace, and promises permanent belonging forever.

By the time we arrive at Philadelphia, we think we’re on familiar ground. The city of brotherly love. We’ve heard the phrase before. We know how it’s supposed to sound. No Quakers. No Liberty Bell. No 76ers or Eagles. No cheesesteaks. This Philadelphia is older than the phrase as we use it—and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13, Isaiah 22:22, John 17:15, Hebrews 12:28, Matthew 10:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Prayer For Saving Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 17, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name of Jesus Yahshuah, My brothers and sisters, the love of God is with us, for without His love, there is no us.

Prayer For Saving Grace by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 17, 2020) “But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us, Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;) And ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10, 1 John 4:7-10, Matthew 16:23, Matthew 23:1-38, Matthew 16:1-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

What Judas Missed-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 22, 2019

9 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-IX—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: Mrs. Bernice was an Atlanta Braves FAN bar none! She knew the players, where they were from, what they had done, their averages, their skill-sets, years playing, their relative worth to the team, who ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

Mary’s Prayer – Handling With Grace The Upheaval Of Your Entire World Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

God’s call will effect change, challenge, and will leave us with a choice as to how we’ll respond to it. It certainly did in Mary's world!

Luke 1:38, 46-56 Intro: (audio of Roosevelt’s speech: “Yesterday, December 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan.”) Last week we remembered the 7th of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whch Way To God? Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 15, 2013

The storm that is created because of a wrong move or decision will leave behind a trail of destruction ! This message comes with a caveat to be extremely careful in all that you do and decide as a Christian!

By sis bala samson WHICH WAY TO GO AND WHERE TO GO??? These teachings would sure transform your thinking and life! Meticulously read the entire 4 part teachings for better and crystal clear understanding: The storm that is created because of a wrong move or decision will leave behind a trail of ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 8:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Etudes Mat 17

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Sep 7, 2006

Pas plus tôt a fait descendre à Jésus de la gloire merveilleuse qu’il a été confronté avec un problème terrestre et une demande pratique. Un homme avait apporté son garçon épileptique aux disciples en l’absence de Jésus.

Etudes complémentaires Mat 17/14-21 Pas plus tôt a fait descendre à Jésus de la gloire merveilleuse qu’il a été confronté avec un problème terrestre et une demande pratique. Un homme avait apporté son garçon épileptique aux disciples en l’absence de Jésus. Matthieu décrit le garçon par le verbe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Need Each Other

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 9, 2012

St Paul makes it clear that in the Body of Christ all have a role to play and we need each other, without exception.

1 Corinthians 12: 12-27 At the Carpenter’s tools annual meeting Brother Hammer was in the chair but some suggested he should leave as he was too noisy. Hammer replied, “If I leave then Brother Screw must also go. You have to turn him around again, and again and again to get him to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Anglican

How Jesus Delegated Responsibility And Authority

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

Let your disciples have responsibility and the authority to trust God for greater works without having to constantly supervise or control them.

How Jesus Delegated Responsibility and Authority Acts 1:8 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) How Jesus Delegated Responsibility and Authority - Acts 1:8 Illustration:Peter Drucker offers insightful guidance to the church when he calls leadership a peak performance by one who is "the trumpet that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing At Bethesda

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

Modern life’s relentless pace and “idol of exhaustion” leave people physically drained and spiritually empty, setting the stage for Jesus’ Sabbath invitation to true rest.

1. The Weariness We Carry A group of pastors once met in small circles to share their lives. One question asked, “What do you enjoy doing in your spare time—how do you relax?” Again and again the answer came back: “Spare time? I don’t have any.” We fool ourselves if we think this nonstop pace ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Isaiah 40:28, John 5:1-17, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 22:36-40, Mark 2:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Heaven "What Does Heaven Look Like" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 25, 2011

A description of heaven and why do we desire to stay on earth more than be with the Lord in heaven. Joy will not come till we are ready to leave everything behind.

So what does heaven look like? Revelation 21:15-27 The angel who talked with me had a measuring rod of gold to measure the city, its gates and its walls. The city was laid out like a square, as long as it was wide. He measured the city with the rod and found it to be 12,000 stadia in length, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:15-27