Sermons on Afar:

Pharisee Or Publican-Which Are You

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 22, 2006

examine yourself

PHARISEE OR PUBLICAN-WHICH ARE YOU Luke 18:9-14 There was a very lost, wicked, rebellious man who decided it would be good for business if he went down to the church and joined it. He was an erer, an alcoholic, and had never been a member of a church in his life. But when he went down ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Growth Through Trials

Contributed by Scottie Gray on Jun 21, 2013

God uses trials to strengthen us.

Father God we pray to you, our one and only God. We worship your Holy name. We pray a mercy seat in the middle of the sanctuary, so that you may join us with your presence, and hear our praise. We ask for your cleansing, and a desire to hide your Word in our hearts. Father God, we ask that you take ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Figful Christian

Contributed by Samuel Chandar on Nov 30, 2013

Are we still dressed in fig leaves/

THE FIGFUL CHRISTIAN: Mark 11 We see our Lord Jesus coming to the end of his earthly ministry; the last mile of his journey; about to perform his last miracle. He is on his way to Jerusalem also known as the House of Fullness coming from Bethany, the House of Figs. At this time of the year; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-24

Denomination: Methodist

Persevering Faith

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 5, 2014

John 3:36 says, “He who believes (present active tense) in the Son has everlasting life...” The difference between dead faith and genuine saving faith is that saving faith is a persevering faith. Consider the characteristics of a persevering faith

Persevering Faith Hebrews 11:39-12:3 Faith is synonymous with belief and trust. There is however a difference between genuine saving faith and spurious, superficial, disingenuous faith. This difference is crucial. Intellectual assent, a head belief or knowledge does not save. James 2:19 tells us ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacrifice Of Abraham

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

There are some steps that led to Abraham's success in his sacrifice.

Genesis 22:1-14 KJV And it came to pass after these things, that God did tempt Abraham, and said unto him, Abraham: and he said, Behold, here I am. [2] And he said, Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the land of Moriah; and offer him there for a burnt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Operating In Supernatural Ministry

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Dec 5, 2011

This sermon is about having the power of God to back up yuour ministry with supernatural manifestations

OPERATING IN SUPERNATURAL MINISTRY STUDY TEXT: 2KINGS 2: 12-15. - Elisha made a choice to operate in a higher dimension of the supernatural ministry of Elijah. He asked for a double portion of Elijah’s spirit. Any man called by God has to make a choice whether to operate in a supernatural ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:12-15, 2 Kings 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Family Flight

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Dec 31, 2016

The story of the three wise men and the Holy Family's flight to Egypt shows God's tender care for every detail of our lives. We need to stay under God’s protection, count on God’s provision. and watch for God’s plan.

Matthew 2:1-15 Holy Family Flight Have you ever wondered what God was up to? Or whether he would help you? Or when he would answer your prayers? If so, then today’s story is for you. I love the wise men of Christmas. Don’t you? These mysterious travelers from afar, representing a whole world in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Measure Of A Father's Love

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Apr 1, 2019

The parable of the prodigal son demonstrates the nature of grace

March 31, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church - Pastor Mary Erickson 2 Corinthians 5:16-21; Luke 15:1-3, 11b-32 The Measure of a Father’s Love Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. There a lot of people who have taken advantage of DNA ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32, 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Veterans Day 2018 - Am I A Soldier Of The Cross?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 16, 2018

This is a sermon that asks tough questions about our spiritual condition as it walks through the old hymn Am I A Soldier Of The Cross

Veteran’s Day 2018 – Am I A Soldier of The Cross? Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Isaiah 9:6 “For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder. And His name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor, The Mighty God, The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Romans 1:16, Philemon 1:1-2, Philippians 2:25, John 14:15, Matthew 24:6-7, Revelation 12:7-12, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Matthew 13:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Barren Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 2, 2018

Jesus approached a fig tree expecting to find fruit, but it only had leaves. While it looked promising from a distance, looks were deceiving. Are we bearing fruit or just showing pretty leaves and blooms?

The Barren Fig Tree Mark 11: 12-14; 20-21 Our text today follows Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. He had begun what most consider the Passion Week, the final days leading up to His crucifixion on Calvary’s hill. Most agree these events would have taken place on Monday morning of that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost Pt. 1

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

Think about how much you are valued by God.

COUNTING THE COST PT I LUKE 14 VS 25-35 Luke 14:25-35 (NKJV) 25 Now great multitudes went with Him. And He turned and said to them, 26 "If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, and his own life also, he cannot be My disciple. ...read more

Denomination: *other

7 Weepings Of Joseph

Contributed by Kim Oliver on Jun 5, 2014

What makes Jesus weep

THE SEVEN WEEPINGS OF JOSEPH!!! WHAT MAKES JESUS WEEP TODAY?Acts 13:38-46 38: Be it known unto you therefore, men and brethren, that through this man is preached unto you the forgiveness of sins:(THE WORD REPENT MEANS METANOIR WHICH MEANS YOU USED TO BELIEVE THAT YOU COULD SAVE YOURSELF BY WORKS ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Ministry's Twisted Journey? Don't Miss It!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 19, 2014

It can be easy to miss our opportunities before us. You are not an accident. Follow a good Godly teacher...

DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY FOR TOTAL VICTORY... SETTLING FOR LESS THAN THE BEST By Wade martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. HERE IS AN OPPORTUNITY THE WILL FOREVER CHANGE YOU... THE JOURNEY WILL BE TWISTED, BUT YOU WILL TRAVEL FROM AN UNKNOWN FARM BOY TO ONE OF THE GREATEST PROPHETS OF ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

On The Mountain Of Absolute Surrender

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Abraham's Surrender

Genesis 22:1-19 ON THE MOUNTAIN OF ABSOLUTE SURRENDER 1. Abraham's Test INVOLVED PERCEPTION (We must be in a position to hear God.) 2 And he said, Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Future Restoration Of Israel - Part 5 - Scriptures In Isaiah Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 14, 2022

The prophet Isaiah loved his own sinful people of his own time, but the Spirit of God moved him to write of their glorious restoration when they will come back to the Lord in a national repentance during the Tribulation. The people are restored and the land is restored.

THE FUTURE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL - PART 5 - SCRIPTURES IN ISAIAH This is a continuing study on the restoration of Israel from both Major and Minor Prophets. Every Restoration passage is being covered, and I hope none has been missed. The series began with the book of Isaiah, and this is PART ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:5-7, Isaiah 11:11-12, Isaiah 44:1-6, Isaiah 45:21-25, Philippians 2:10-11, Isaiah 49:8-13, Isaiah 49:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational