Sermons on Advocate:

Simon, Simon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

The very first thing that I noticed about our text is the doubling of Simon’s name in Jesus’ statement, “Simon, Simon”.

The doubling of words almost sounds like people when they stutter. Often people who stutter repeat their words. I love to hear people who stutter. I do not mean that in a derogatory way, I REALLY ENJOY HEARING PEOPLE TALK WHO STUTTER. Illus: A really huge muscular guy with a bad stutter goes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

53. Breathing The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 8, 2018

Jesus breathing on the disciples is the apostolic commission given by the Father to Jesus, who passes it to the Holy Spirit, who in turn carries it out through the apostles.

IN GOD'S IMAGE 53 - BREATHING THE HOLY SPIRIT This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29, John 20:19-22, Leviticus 26:12, Genesis 2:7, 1 Corinthians 2:10, John 15:26-27, John 16:12-15, Ephesians 2:19-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

The Seven Secrets Of Joy

Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 2, 2018

Being joyful at all times

This epistle was written by Paul when he was in prison, with iron fetters about his wrists; yet there is no iron in the epistle. It is full of light, life, love, and joy, blended with traces of sorrow, yet with a holy delight that rises above his grief.   —Charles Spurgeon, "Exposition of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Introduction To The Holy Spirit, And How He Works In And Through Us.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit, few preachers discuss him, many do not understand him, others are afraid of him. If we only knew the power of the Holy Spirit working us within, it would change our lives for the better.

“Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14). Introduction: You will have notice that I finished that prayer with the words, “O Lord, our strength, and our ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Episcopal

Sanctity Of Human Life

Contributed by Pb Stetser on May 8, 2002

As is the case with all my messages, I am glad to provide my Power Point slides so you can use them as a help for your own.

As is the case with all my messages, I am glad to provide my Power Point slides so you can use them as a help for your own. Sanctity of Human Life First preached on 1.27.02 Psalm 139:13–16 You made all the delicate, inner parts of my body and knit me together in my mother’s womb. Thank you for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Holiness

How Can The Lord Help Us Find Comfort During The Loss Of A Dear Friend?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How can we find comfort during the loss of a family member or friend? 1.

How can we find comfort during the loss of a family member or friend? 1. Ask the Lord to be your comforter in times of grief. Paul writes, "Who comforts us in all our sorrow so that we can offer others, in their sorrows, the consolation that we have received from God ourselves." (2 Cor. 1 :4) 2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sticking With The Facts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people become flustered when they are criticized and forget to stay focused on the truth. Paul weathered the storm of criticism before the Jews and governor Felix by sticking to the facts. The great apostle refused to be sidetracked because he knew t

Many people become flustered when they are criticized and forget to stay focused on the truth. Paul weathered the storm of criticism before the Jews and governor Felix by sticking to the facts. The great apostle refused to be sidetracked because he knew that he was primarily responsible to speak ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How God Turns Things Around For Our Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Too many people live with a feeling of fatalistic pessimism that adversely affects their thinking, emotions and behavior. The Lord has a way of turning around the most difficult situations for our good. Pessimists think their circumstances are the worst p

1. Too many people live with a feeling of fatalistic pessimism that adversely affects their thinking, emotions and behavior. The Lord has a way of turning around the most difficult situations for our good. Pessimists think their circumstances are the worst possible because they believe that the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-30, Acts 9:23, Psalm 126:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Christ Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

Living your life in Christ.

Living In Christ 1 John 2:1-14 February 29, 2004 1 John 2:1-2 My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense-Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widow's Might

Contributed by Maurice Lamb on Aug 22, 2002

To encourage believers and to challenge unbelievers

We are familiar with the Widow’s Mite in Luke 21 and Mark 14; This is a parable in which Jesus illustrates a widow’s might; who, against all odds, won her lawsuit against a dishonest, well-connected adversary, and through a heartless, unscrupulous judge! THE PURPOSE THAT it is Important, Necessary, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Preaching That Packs A Punch!" Series

Contributed by Danny Moss on Oct 17, 2002

This sermon deals with how to have power in our messages, so as to convert lost sinners to Christ.

"Preaching That Packs A Punch!" Text: 1st Corinthians 1:17-18 Introduction- Let me begin by saying that what I am advocating in this sermon is not what I heard called by the term "masochistic preaching", which my seminary professor defined as "enjoying ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Fleeting Feelings

Contributed by Danny Pruett on Nov 16, 2002

We must understand that our feelings can mislead us; therefore we should worship with faith in Gods word.

Fleeting Feelings or a Firm Faith Text: Hebrews 11 2 Cor 5:7 7(For we walk by faith, not by sight:) (KJV) I am an emotional person, I always have been and always will be. I cried when Bambi’s mother died. I have even jumped up and down at basketball and football games when my team or players ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

"How To Have A Jericho Day!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jan 11, 2006

When is the last time that you had a “Jericho Day?” This is a day when you sense that your enemies have been defeated and that God has been glorified in your life. Here are five Bible principles that will help you to live a victorious Christian walk:

Title: “How to have a Jericho Day” Introduction: When is the last time that you had a “Jericho Day?” This is a day when you sense that your enemies have been defeated and that God has been greatly glorified through your life. Are you living your life in Victory? Here are five Bible principles ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Focus Of Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

Part 1 of this 4-part sermon series on worship seeks to encourage every believer to uderstand the importance of worship by defining The Focus of Worship.

I.The Focus Of Worship A. Focus is on God The Father 1.John 4:23 – “But an hour is coming, and now is, when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for such people the Father seeks to be His worshipers.” I’m sure you are familiar with horse blinders or ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing Is Not Believing

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 2, 2006

The Spirit is the presence of Jesus lived through us to others.

Seeing Is Not Believing – John 16: 4b - 15 Intro: When we leave for an extended vacation we usually give instructions to those staying behind as to what will happen in our absence. Things like: The garbage man picks up trash early on Thursday morning, so you have to put the trash cans at the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed