Sermons on Arise And Shine:

Queen Esther Sermon Iii: It's About God's Timing Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength attune themselves to the providential working in their lives of the LORD God so that they will make the right choices to do the right thing at the right time for the good of all.

ESTHER: GOD’S TIMING ALWAYS RIGHT As the sordid Saga surrounding the intriguing drama of Esther’s positioning for “such a time as this” seemingly goes on and on with no good ending in sight, a lesson in “whose timing ought we be ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-16

Touch Not My Anointed!

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

God has always placed a divine covering over His anointed ones—those He has set apart for His purpose. From the patriarchs to the prophets, and now to every believer in Christ, God's protection remains steadfast.

TOUCH NOT MY ANOINTED! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 105:15 "Do not touch my anointed ones; do my prophets no harm." Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 16:22, Isaiah 54:17, Zechariah 2:8, Romans 8:31, 2 Kings 2:23-24 INTRODUCTION: God has always placed a divine covering over ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:15, 1 Chronicles 16:22, Isaiah 54:17, Zechariah 2:8, Romans 8:31, 2 Kings 2:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

On Deck

Contributed by Michael Cansler on Nov 22, 2025

When you have finished what God has called you to do, someone will step up and take your place

On Deck (Joshua 1: 1-9) In baseball, while one person is hitting, another person is next in line to hit They stand in a circle just before the batters box They are considered on deck They warm up by taking a few swings while waiting their turn When the batter is finished, the guy on deck goes up ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Light Following, Darkness Shattering Disciples

Contributed by Roger Nichols on Jan 22, 2011

A sermon for the 3rd sunday of Epiphany, Year A from Matthew 4: 12-25

Matthew 4: 12-25 Darkness shattering, light following, Disciples I was washing dishes Friday night, [Yeah, I do that sort of thing] And everything suddenly Went dark. Our electric power, Along with the electric power of a few neighbors, Went out. You know what the first thing I did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to embrace Christ's love, share it with others, and embody His teachings, becoming a beacon of hope and faith in the world.

Good morning, cherished family of faith. We gather here today, not as mere individuals but as a collective body of believers, united in our love for Christ and our shared quest for spiritual growth. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound revelation, a revelation that will draw us closer to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:15

Topics: Light

Christ's Picture Of The Church

Contributed by Kevin Newman on Sep 3, 2002

How does Christ see us as the church? He has made us with a purpose, and how He sees us demonstrates that purpose.

Introduction -- In Alaska the mosquitoes are horrible during the summer. Most people wonder why God created them. But we know that God had a purpose for them, and for us! If we can see ourselves as god sees us, it helps us to understand our purpose in life. Background -- Revelation is a symbolic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:20

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Amalekites In Our Lives

Contributed by Seth Aryee on Dec 5, 2005

In spite of all our failings, Our God is not unaware of our physical and spiritual disabilities for which He is there to support us. We are in a world in which we are constantly fighting spiritual battles

SERMON BY BRO. SETH A. ARYEE LOCAL PREACHER, BETHANY METHODIST CHURCH, DZORWULU, ACCRA-GHANA THEME: OVERCOMING THE AMALEKITES IN OUR LIVES EXODUS 17:8-13 TEXT: “THEN CAME AMALEK, AND FOUGHT WITH ISRAEL" - EXODUS 17:8 This morning, I want us to ask ourselves some simple questions. Is Ghana ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

God’s Glory Revealed Through Gideon

Contributed by Donnie Martin on May 29, 2010

Faith isn’t based on how the circumstances look, but on the faithful promises of Almighty God. God reduced Gideon and his men to the point that victory was contingent only upon their faith in God. In the extreme battles of life, only a firm faith in God w

God’s Glory Revealed Through Gideon Text: Judges 6:33-7:2 Intro: In First Corinthians 10:31, Paul exhorts us with these words: “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” This familiar passage of scripture sums up the purpose of every Christian’s life: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of The Gentile Nations Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 1, 2010

Daniel's vision describes the character of the Gentile nations that will rule over the Jews until the return of Jesus.

Go ahead and turn to Daniel chapter 7 in your Bibles this morning. In many ways Daniel 7 is a key passage in our study of the Old Testament prophets, not only because of the information contained in the passage itself, but because of what we can learn about the structure and patterns of Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Church In Philadelphia-Revelation 3:10

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 2, 2009

An in depth look at the controversial text in the Revelation of Jesus Christ

The Church in Philadelphia (Revelation 3:10) “Because thou hast kept the word of My patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation, which shall come upon all the world, to try them that dwell upon the earth.” (Revelation 3:10) This ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Celebrating The Lord’s Supper

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 8, 2016

Paul informed the Corinthian Christians of their shortcomings in the observance of the Lord’s Supper. The proper observance of the Lord’s Supper requires a suitable setting. A suitable setting for celebrating the Lord’s Supper assumes...

CELEBRATING/Observing The LORD’s SUPPER-I—1Corinthians 11:17-22 Boundaries/Limitations/Parameters/Fences Attention: No opener There are settings suitable for enjoying the game of golf.(See end of sermon) Likewise, there are settings that are suitable for celebrating the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Restoration Of Dry Bones

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Apr 19, 2015

A sermon on attitudes that hinder true restoration and on three things that were restored in the valley of dry bones.

Text: Ezekiel 37:1-14 Introduction The book of Ezekiel is a very interesting book. Ezekiel was a prophet of God who received some deep revelations about God’s glory, power and love. When reading the book of Ezekiel, we need to ask God to open our eyes to wondrous things in His Word or we may ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Characteristics Of A Fool Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

5th in a series of sermons on James dealing with the characteristics of a fool.

“Characteristics of a Fool” Trials stand as the primary test to affirm the reality and stability of our trust in God. James addresses genuine faith’s response to trials in verse 2-18. I. Faith’s response to trials 1:2-18 Instruction #1 : Consider it all joy when encountering trials Insight: ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Strategy For Success

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 26, 2024

As we move forward to become the best that we could be for Christ, deepening our commitment and practicing our faith, we will need a strategy.

Subject: A Strategy For Success Text: Philippians 3:7-14 “But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-14, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:8-10, 2 Corinthians 11:5

Denomination: Methodist

"god Uses Broken Vessels."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Feb 7, 2023

Jeremiah's visit to the potter's house was a transformative experience that helped him overcome challenges and become a leader. By observing the potter's careful mastery of his craft, Jeremiah learned valuable lessons about perseverance which will help us in our Christian pilgrimage.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (2 Timothy 2: 20, 21) (20) "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor." (21) " If a man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, Jeremiah 18:1-6, Isaiah 64:8, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal