Sermons on Absence Without Leave:

Saving The Local Church And Pastor From Extinction. Series

Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Aug 18, 2019

More and more people are leaving local institutional churches and pick and choose their spiritual diet on social media. Evangelism, and belonging to a local body of believers is on the increasing decline!

When the smallest cell in the body is under attack, it brings the demise of the whole. For as long as I can remember, there has always been a tension between the local church pastor and the staff of parachurch organisations. Parachurch organisasions work outside and across denominations to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of Vengeance Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 15, 2018

God is a God of vengeance and He will judge sin and evil. We trust God and leave it to Him to execute perfect justice, and not take matters into our own hands.

We have been reading the devastating influence of the house of Ahab, in Israel and also in Judah. • Ahab has died but his evil ways continued to permeate the land and corrupt the people. God will act to stop this. • In today’s passage (2 Kings 9) we are going to read the rise of a man whom God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Cross-Over.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 5, 2022

In order to leave the land of Egypt, Israel had to cross over the Red Sea. In order to enter the promised land, these Hebrews had to cross over the Jordan River.

The Cross-Over. Joshua 3:14-17NKJV Before you can physically crossover an obstacle, or possibly a barrier, you have to be willing to leave familiar. For if the familiar is holding you down, it’s time to crossover. You've heard it said, “People who live in the mountains, wish they lived near ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:14-17, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"I Have Not Been Truthful" Part Ii Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 18, 2014

Preaching in the flesh might make people excited but there is no change in the people when they leave. It is only by the power of The Holy Spirit that the message of Salvation will cut to the marrow of the heart and soul.

The Ultimate Decision September 17, 2013 A number of weeks ago I spoke at a church and was told that everything was different when preached. I had people come up to me afterwards and say "You are changed". "Wow, God was in this room tonight". This past week we have reached over 100,000 new ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Last Minute Living: Get Ready

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 19, 2025

Are we really spiritually ready? Be ready emotionally, physically and spiritually ready. What are we doing to be prepared for what is coming? Are we getting ready to leave this world?

LAST MINUTE LIVING? GETTING READY… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) When my dad pastored in Indiana there was a hand pump outside. There was one big problem with the pump. It had to be PRIMED. The was a large bucket at the iron pot at the foot of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-12, Mark 5:3, Joshua 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Four Can'ts

Contributed by Craig Fenton on Feb 21, 2002

If this was my sermon, I would probably say. You can’t get to heaven without Jesus, you can’t live eternally without Jesus, you can’t live a sinful life, and still get to heaven. Things like that. So it may shock some of you to know that the

If this was my sermon, I would probably say. You can’t get to heaven without Jesus, you can’t live eternally without Jesus, you can’t live a sinful life and still get to heaven. Things like that. So it may shock some of you to know that the four cant’s are the Four Cants of God. Whoa wait a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Signs Of Conversion

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

Conversion is not a mere human decision but a divine work that leaves lasting evidence. It brings a new heart, a changed life, a love for God and others, a hunger for spiritual things, and a life of obedience.

TRUE SIGNS OF CONVERSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 5:17 Supporting Texts: Acts 3:19; Ezekiel 36:26-27; Matthew 3:8; Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 6:4 INTRODUCTION: Conversion is not just an emotional decision or a mere religious ritual—it is a radical transformation of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Rid Of Depression

Contributed by Vini Charles on Jul 21, 2021

But Lord said, Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord.

He, who created the world, the universe, you and me, you think he’s not aware of your pain? He, who is holding our every tear, you think he’ll not recompense those? He, who throttled the evil, doesn’t know what you are going through? Oh my brothers and sisters, do not worry about anything for HE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-18, Matthew 26:33-35

Denomination: Methodist

Getting To Intimacy Series

Contributed by Michael French on Mar 18, 2008

Paul compares the Christian life to a marriage and just like a marriage men will nevery have the intimacy that they desire without communication (prayer).

This morning’s message is perhaps much more of men and prayer, but I hope that it will have impact on all of us. I want you to take some time today and consider why scripture describes our relationship with the Lord in the context of a marriage. Both men and women need to develop a longing for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Breath, One Flesh

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 4, 2010

Pentecost 1986: We crave intimacy, and cannot live without it. It is not found in ceaseless work and striving, but in simply receiving grace.

The peculiar thing about our times is that while we seem to be so free and easy, so relaxed about what used to be thought of as intimate, yet at the same time we are hung up, truly hung up, about intimacy. I say the strange thing about us in this last half of the 20th century is that on the one ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-25

Denomination: Baptist

When The Knocking Stops

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Jul 31, 2006

How long has it been since you have heard God’s voice tenderly call to you, or felt His presence, and you knew without a doubt Christ was in the room with you?

"WHEN THE KNOCKING STOPS" Song of Solomon 5:1-6 1 I have come into my garden, my sister, my bride; I have gathered my myrrh with my spice. I have eaten my honeycomb and my honey; I have drunk my wine and my milk. Eat, O friends, and drink; drink your fill, O lovers. ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Left All Rose Up And Followed Him

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Dec 11, 2007

Levi or Matthew was call to Leave all, rise up, and follow Christ. As we look at the Bible this morning, we will look not at the costs of following Christ but rather of the benefits of following Christ!

I. He will only allow you to go through something that He has not chosen for you (Job 1 jobs trials were initiated by God! A. He has gone through the Trial before us. (Heb. 4:13-14) Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-29

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Left Us

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 13, 2006

What Jesus left to his disciples when he told them he was leaving, he also left to us:a place to enjoy, a path to ensue, and a power to employ.

Can you remember how shocked and upset you where when you discovered that someone you respected and looked up to was leaving? A teacher you had become used to was leaving. A pastor you had respected was leaving. A boss you had enjoyed working under was leaving. A co-worker you had worked with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Know My Faith Is Real PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the interplay between faith and works, emphasizing that they are both essential components of a genuine Christian life, as faith without works is considered dead.

Good morning, family of God. I'm thrilled to see your smiling faces today because we're about to embark on a fascinating journey through a dynamic passage of Scripture. We'll be exploring the essential interplay between faith and works, the profound impact they can make on our lives and our world, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-18

Topics: Faith, Works

Finances: Building A Stable Future (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 23, 2001

Building a foundation by monetary means is useless and futile without Godly wisdom. Honoring the Lord with our finances is the key to a stable future.

Finances: Building a Stable Future (Part 2, Building a Stronger Family) Text: Proverbs 3:7-18 (page 450 in pew Bible) TOP 10 SIGNS YOU ARE BROKE 10. American Express calls and says: "Leave home without it!" 9. You’re formulating a plan to rob the food bank. 8. Long distance companies don’t ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:7-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ