Sermons on Acknowledge:

Communing With God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 14, 2025

Prayer in Judeo-Christian tradition is not merely a practice but a relational expression of trust and dependency on God. It encompasses the believer's joy, sorrow, need, and worship, providing a profound connection to God, our Creator.

"Pray without ceasing." (1 Thessalonians 5:17, KJV) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." (Psalm 100:4, KJV) Introduction • Opening Thought: Prayer is a vital means of communicating with God. It is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Psalm 100:4, 1 Chronicles 29:10-13, Psalm 51:1-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Embracing The Soul-Survivor Within PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

This sermon encourages embracing life's challenges with faith, finding solace in scripture, and relying on God's guidance and protection during life's storms.

Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this blessed gathering. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. The Lord has drawn us together, not just to hear His word, but to find comfort and strength in it. We are here to seek refuge in the divine wisdom of God's sacred scriptures and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:7-8

Topics: Inner Strength

Beautiful Surrender PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

Encourages believers to find strength in surrendering to God, echoing Jesus' submission and faith during His crucifixion.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today, blessed and humbled, to share with you a message that has been stirring in my heart. It's a message that is as timeless as the ages, as profound as the deepest ocean, and as vital as the air we breathe. Today, we gather to reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-46

Topics: Entrusting, Christ

Trust In God's Guidance, Mercy, And Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon encourages reliance on God's strength, dissolving anxieties through prayer, and trusting in His divine plan, as guided by the Scriptures.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today, not as one who bears all the answers, but as a fellow traveler, a fellow seeker of the divine truths that our Lord has so graciously revealed to us in His word. Today, we have the privilege to open our hearts and minds to the profound ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Philippians 4:6-7, Proverbs 3:5-6

Topics: Trusting God, Difficult Times

Coming Together PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 28, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of forgiveness, humility, and reconciliation, using Joseph's story as an example of God's divine plan amidst adversity.

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today in the spirit of unity, in the spirit of fellowship, and in the spirit of divine love, we turn our hearts and minds to Genesis 45:1-8, a passage that speaks of forgiveness, pride, and reconciliation. Let us read together: "Then Joseph could not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-8

Topics: Reuniting, Family

Then Came Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

Explores discerning God's divine mission, committing to active discipleship, and boldly declaring the good news of Christ's love and salvation.

Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today in the spirit of fellowship and unity, bound together by our shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. As we open our hearts and minds to His divine word, let us remember the profound words of Oswald Chambers, who once said, "Our Lord's conception ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18, 1 Timothy 1:15

Topics: Discipleship

The Presence Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

This sermon encourages us to recognize, embrace, and trust in God's constant, empowering presence in our lives amidst our daily struggles and responsibilities.

Good morning, dear friends. In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, amidst the cacophony of our worries and the whirlwind of our responsibilities, it's easy to feel lost, to feel alone. But let me assure you, you are not alone. No, indeed, you are watched over by the most loving eyes, guided ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Topics: God's Presence, Divine Protection

One Of The Seven Deadly Sins PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

The importance of honesty as God's expectation, the challenges to truthfulness, and the healing process from the habit of lying.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word and His will for us, and to live lives that reflect His love and righteousness. In the midst of our daily hustle and bustle, we often find ourselves wrestling with the complexities of life, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-17

Topics: God, Lying

Don't Stifle The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores cultivating a constant state of gratitude rooted in our relationship with God, independent of our circumstances, as a pathway to joy.

Welcome, dear friends, to another gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here today to engage with a theme that is as timeless as it is timely, as profound as it is personal: Gratitude. And not just any gratitude, but a gratitude that is deeply ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Gratitude

Anatomy Of Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 6, 2023

Explores the power of prayer as a divine dialogue, emphasizing its necessity, prudent use, and the different types it encompasses in our lives.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, in this sanctuary of faith and fellowship, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a new day, a new opportunity to deepen our connection with our Creator, our Father in Heaven. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Topics: Prayer, Power

I Am Ready For This Year PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 20, 2023

Explores the power of rejoicing, praying, and trusting in God's peace during all circumstances.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather together today, we are reminded of the profound truth that we are not alone in our struggles, our questions, or our victories. We are bound together by a shared faith, a shared hope, and a shared love that comes from our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Topics: Exalting, Name, Lord

A Messiah Who Sends Part 3: The Attitude Of A Messenger Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 8, 2010

As followers of Jesus in a world contrary to His Kingdom, we are to focus our attention on Him.

A Messiah Who Sends Part 3: The Attitude of a Messenger Text: Matt. 10:24-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: We need to be like the 84 year old grandmother who fiercely maintained her independence and lived alone in the old family home. Her 4 children lived n the same town, but she rarely called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-42

Denomination: Methodist

Mountain Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Nov 17, 2011

We are thankful for a gift when we actually use it!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! In Canada, Thanksgiving has always had a connection with the fall harvest. It is a time to give thanks to God for the bounty He has provided. And truly, there is a lot to be thankful for, but today, as we continue in our Mountain Moment series and climb Mount Gerizim, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful And Unfaithful Servants (Isaiah 22:15-25; Revelation 3:7-13) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 22, 2025

Focus is on the "key of David" as being about access to David's house/kingdom. Jesus has this key. Also, a focus on how Rev. uses OT in a not-straightforward way. Prophecy-fulfillment is not a good core model to use.

Last week, we took a one week rabbit trail into the first part of Isaiah 22. Today, we'll begin by finishing off Isaiah 22, reading the second oracle in that chapter. I will then more or less smoothly transition back to Revelation, to the letter addressed to the church in Philadelphia. So ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 22:15-25, Revelation 3:7-13, Isaiah 45:14, Isaiah 49:22-23, Isaiah 60:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

All That Glitters Is Not Gold

Contributed by Richard Bell on Mar 17, 2001

Were it not for the intercession of Moses, the Israelites would have been destroyed. This message shows us that only God is to be worshiped. It also teaches us the value of intercessory prayer.

ALL THAT GLITTERS IS NOT GOLD Exodus 32:1-14 INTRODUCTION: All that glitters is not gold. While Moses was on Mount Sinai receiving the Ten Commandments, something dreadfully wrong was happening below among Aaron and the Israelites. They had fashioned a golden calf to be an object of worship. Were ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal