Sermons on And God Created Laughter:

Biblical Verses On Divorce

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 13, 2026

NASB, notes from biblegateway.com

Malachi 2: 16 For [a]I hate [b]divorce,” says the Lord, the God of Israel, “and [c]him who covers his garment with [d]wrong,” says the Lord of hosts. “So take heed to your spirit, that you do not deal treacherously.” Footnotes Malachi 2:16 Lit He hates Malachi 2:16 Lit sending away Malachi 2:16 ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:16

Denomination: Vineyard

Brotherhood

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

A family was driving into Paintsville, Kentucky for a Christmas season get-together.

Brotherhood Sermon Intro: A family was driving into Paintsville, Kentucky for a Christmas season get-together. As they passed the First Baptist Church there was a manger scene in the yard, The youngest boy asked his mother; what is that? "That is Mary, Joseph…, and the Baby Jesus, there ...read more

Scripture: John 9:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unseen Devotion SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Jesus Anointed by a notorious Woman before HIS burial

Today, I want to share with you a powerful incident recorded in the Bible about Jesus being anointed by a notorious woman just before His crucifixion. This event is mentioned in two different scriptures, one in a brief manner and the other in more detail. Both accounts hold significant meaning, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:7-13

Topics: Following Jesus, Unseen Devotion

From Doubt To Faith: The Journey Of Apostle Thomas SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Exploring the transformation of Apostle Thomas from a doubter to a faithful follower of the Lord.

When we think of the disciples of Jesus, certain words often come to mind. We remember Judas Iscariot, the betrayer, and Peter, who denied Christ three times but later became the rock on which the church was built. We also think of John, the beloved disciple. And then there's Thomas, commonly known ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Topics: Faith, Doubt, Apostle Thomas

Signs That May Indicate A Person Is Being Affected By A Legion Of Demons Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 25, 2025

It's essential to note that these signs alone do not necessarily indicate demonic possession.

1.Uncontrollable behavior: Mark 5:4 - "for he had often been chained hand and foot, but he tore the chains apart and broke the irons on his feet. No one was strong enough to subdue him." 2.Extreme mental and emotional distress: Luke 8:29 - "For Jesus had commanded the impure spirit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-18, Luke 8:35

Good Friday: Holy Communion Guide

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 7, 2025

Holy Communion, especially on Good Friday, is a sacred act of remembrance and worship. It is not a ritual but a powerful proclamation of the death of Christ and all it accomplished.

GOOD FRIDAY: HOLY COMMUNION GUIDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. Luke 22:19-20 (KJV) “And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me. Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Finishing Anointing Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

b. It is not how you start the race nor what happens in the middle of the race that counts but it's how you finish the race of life that really counts. Eccle 9;11 the race is not for the swift, the battle is not for the strong,but time and chance happens to us all.

THE FINISHING ANOINTING 1. LIFE IS A RACE a. The bible speaks of life as a race 2 Tim 4;7 I have fought a good fight of faith, I have finished the race set before me b. It is not how you start the race nor what happens in the middle of the race that counts but its how you finish the race of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7

A Contemporary Reflection On Jesus' Cleansing Of The Temple And St. Paul’s Temple Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 2, 2024

A Contemporary Reflection on Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple and St. Paul’s Temple of the Holy Spirit

A Contemporary Reflection on Jesus' Cleansing of the Temple and St. Paul’s Temple of the Holy Spirit Scripture: John 2:13-25 Reflection The narratives of Jesus' cleansing of the temple and St. Paul's teachings on the temple of the Holy Spirit hold profound significance in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Other

The King's Reign Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The King's Reign

Psalm 72 The King's Reign 1. The Review of the Kings’ Reign. - 3 Kings “A Psalm of Solomon” (Intro) & “The prayers of David” (v. 20) And The Messiah - 17 His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: Messiah's reign is... A. Faithful, ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Don't Be Fooled By Those Who Wear Holy Faces On Sunday But Harbor Poison In Their Hearts.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

Not everyone who wears Sunday clothes is a saint; some carry Monday poison....

The Mask of Deception In the realm of the righteous, where the Sunday best is donned with pride, beware the whispers of the wolf in sheep's clothing. For they come bearing gifts of deceit, their outward appearance a contrast to the venom that festers within. The Warning "Beware of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-35, Matthew 23:27

Second Sunday Of Advent- Year A -- The Ax Lies At The Root Of The Trees

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 5, 2025

When the axe of Jesus Christ hits the tree of people's lives; heed the Advent voice to repent!

Men who cut down the beloved, 200-year-old iconic Sycamore tree in Northern England were sentenced to more than 4 years in prison. The tree was featured as the backdrop in movies like Robbin Hood because it sits in the gap between two grassy hills in the English countryside growing right next to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Gather For Rhythm Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will explore the power of habits in shaping our lives, the importance of gathering together, and how a healthy rhythm can lead to healthy habits, drawing from Acts 2:42-47, Matthew 6:9-13, and 1 Corinthians 11:23-26.

Welcome back for round 2 of our We Are Gathered Here sermon series. As we get started today, I want to ask everyone to think about some of the habits you have. Good or bad, right or wrong; Habits are powerful. In fact, we know it’s hard to shake off a bad habit since it takes an average of 66 days ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Healthy Habits, Fellowship, Spiritual Rhythm

Sermon Series: We Are Gathered Here

Marriage Covenant - Fanning The Flame

Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 5, 2005

A Christian Marriage is more than a contract. It is acovenant commitment. It is a solemn promise.

Marriage Covenant – Fanning the Flame Ephesians 5:21-33 Christian marriage is more than a contract. It is a covenant commitment. A covenant is an agreement between two parties. It is a solemn promise. God made a covenant with Noah in Genesis 6:18. If Noah was obedient and built an ark God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

Buy Oil While The Sun Shines Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

Parables of Eternal Life, Part 8 of 9

BUY OIL WHILE THE SUN SHINES (MATTHEW 25:1-13) A good friend called me shortly on the Saturday afternoon exactly a week before the day of my wedding. He asked hesitatingly, “What are you doing?” I sensed something was not right and asked him what he meant. After a brief pause he asked meekly: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Defeating Disappointments

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 22, 2003

Looks at dealing with the disappointments in our lives.

Have you ever been disappointed? Really disappointed? Maybe you watched as your dreams crashed and burnt, or perhaps someone you loved and trusted let you down. My cousin’s 17 year old daughter has been planning her audition for Canadian Idol since it was first announced. She has an incredible ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan