Sermons on Advocate:

"The Lord Is Near" - A Message To Comfort Or Disturb?

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 1, 2014

This message examines Paul’s statement in Philippians 4:5 - the Lord is near” (NRSV) to discern in what manner he intended to raise awareness about the return of Christ.

Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. (Philippians 4:5) When you read Paul’s words in Philippians 4:5 that ‘The Lord is near’ (NRSV), what is your reaction? Are you reassured that your Savior is in your proximity? Are you unsettle about the timing of this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Baptist

What Is So Special About John The Baptist

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 21, 2018

John was a man of deep integrity. He called a spade a spade, regardless of the consequences. He was so sold out to God that it cost him his life. But as Jim Eliot wrote: He is no fool who gives up what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose

Sermon: John the Baptist – Radical and Countercultural par excellence Oprah Winfrey was once interviewing people on her program who were having affairs with married people. It seems a great subject for TV nowadays. One woman who had a long-standing affair with a married man was saying how happy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Anglican

Call Of Moses Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 31, 2019

God called Moses for the highest lifestyle. The call narrative is very interesting and enlightening. There is no age limit for the call. Living for God on the earth is important than doing some thing on God's name. Personal life precedes programs.

Exodus 3:1-12 Introduction: The account of call and commission of Moses comes to us in the book of Exodus through Yahwistic and Elohistic sources. It is placed between the states of the oppression and liberation of Israel. Let us meditate the call of Moses. Exodus 3:1-4 GOD’S CALL TO MOSES Now ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Freedom From Failure

Contributed by Jerry Thorpe on Mar 8, 2013

Everyone of you have fought the battle of failure. There are many different kinds of failure. Not all failure is sin. Nobody wants to be a failure. And nobody has to be a failure.

Luke 5:1-5 And it came to pass, that, as the people pressed upon him to hear the word of God, he stood by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 And they saw two ships standing by the lake: but the fishermen were gone out of them, and were washing their nets. 3 And he entered into one of the ships, which was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Forgiveness Is Found In Christ Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 11, 2015

John gives us three very important concepts to grab hold of: If we live in the dark, God does not live within us; if we live in the truth, He is within us and we walk perfectly with Him; and lastly, repentance is more than words; it's a life change.

Forgiveness is found in Christ 1 John Bible Study, Part 2 1 John 1:5-10 Introduction - The author of this letter (or epistle) is the disciple, John - This Epistle was probably written in Ephesus between the years 95–110. -- It was written to counter Docetism: belief that Jesus did ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Presidents' Day

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 12, 2025

Washington / Lincoln

1 First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, 2 for kings (basilewn) and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity 1 Tim 2: 1,2 (Vineyard / GE Ladd – the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1

Denomination: Vineyard

Drive Away The Vultures (Part 1)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025

Just as Abraham had to drive away the vultures that came to defile his sacrifice, we too must be vigilant in driving away the spiritual vultures that seek to defile our lives and hinder our relationship with God.

DRIVE AWAY THE VULTURES (PART 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 15:9-11  Supporting Texts: Proverbs 6:16-19, 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION  In Genesis 15:9-11, we see an interesting moment in Abraham's life. After God gave him specific instructions on what ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:9-11, Proverbs 6:16-19, 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Hears Every Prayer Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 12, 2025

Unanswered prayers are often prayers being answered in ways we cannot yet see or understand.

Title: God Hears Every Prayer Intro: Unanswered prayers are often prayers being answered in ways we cannot yet see or understand. Scripture: Luke 18:1-8 Reflection Dear Friends, There was a widow in my village when I was growing up. Every morning, she would walk past our house on her way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Other

Running The Race: Living A Life Of Purpose Acts 20:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 27, 2024

In Acts 20:24 the Apostle Paul shares his deep sense of mission and dedication.

Running the Race: Living a Life of Purpose Acts 20:24 Introduction: Today, we will explore a powerful verse from the book of Acts that speaks to the purpose and passion with which we are called to live our lives. Our focus will be on Acts 20:24, where the Apostle Paul shares his deep sense of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24, Philippians 3:8, Romans 1:16, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In Step With The Spirit: How To Know The Will Of God

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 5, 2022

"It was Christmas Eve 1875 and Ira Sankey was traveling on a Delaware River steamboat when he was recognized by some of the passengers. His picture had been in the newspaper because he was the song leader for the famous evangelist D.L. Moody..."

"It was Christmas Eve 1875 and Ira Sankey was traveling on a Delaware River steamboat when he was recognized by some of the passengers. His picture had been in the newspaper because he was the song leader for the famous evangelist D.L. Moody. They asked him to sing one of his own hymns, but ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Salvation Army

Help Is On The Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon explores the comfort, guidance, and hope Jesus promises in John 16, even amidst life's trials, through the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Welcome, dear friends, to another day of divine fellowship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts, like sunflowers, turn towards the light of His word, eager to soak in its life-giving radiance. Today, we find ourselves standing together on the fertile ground of ...read more

Topics: Holy Spirit

That Is Not There! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the profound implications of Galatians 2:20, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ's life within us and our call to live by faith.

Greetings, beloved. I am so grateful you are here today, for we have been called to gather in His name, in His house, to seek His wisdom and His guidance. We are here, united in faith, ready to receive His word and His teachings. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Topics: Incorrect Christian Thinking

Do You Believe? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the coexistence of faith and doubt, and to reassure believers that even in moments of unbelief, we can turn to Jesus for hope and help.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message that's as relevant today as it was over 2,000 years ago when it was first spoken. We're going to talk about faith, doubt, and the hope we have in Jesus. We're gonna draw our inspiration from Mark 9:24, “Immediately the boy’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:24

Topics: Unbelief

My Brother's Keeper: Bearing Up For The Weak PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Understand and exercise our Christian liberty responsibly, using it to support the weak and build a harmonious community, as guided by Romans 15:1-3.

Good morning, beloved! Imagine a world where the weak are not overlooked but loved, where the strong are not arrogant but humble, and where all of us, despite our differences, live in harmony. This is the kind of world that we as Christians are called to build. And today, we're going to explore how ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-3

Topics: Responsibility, Christian Liberty

Compassion To The Underprivileged PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

To encourage believers to emulate Jesus's compassion for the underprivileged, as illustrated in the story of the Good Samaritan, and understand that it is our responsibility as Christians to show such compassion.

Good morning, church family. I trust you've all had a blessed week. Today, we're going to dive deep into Luke 10 and explore how Jesus's compassion for the underprivileged was not just a part of His character, but it's also an instruction for us as believers. We're going to look at how we can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Topics: Compassion