Sermons on Arising From Obscurity:

Success Is From The Lord - Prov. 21:31

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 8, 2002

Success is From the Lord - Prov. 21:31 - A horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord.

Success is From the Lord - Prov. 21:31 - A horse is made ready for the day of battle, but victory rests with the Lord. Quote: Tim Salmon had a big day at the plate on Tuesday. The Anaheim Angels right fielder had a grand slam and drove in five runs in an 11-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:31, Proverbs 3:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Wisdom From Above For Living Here Below" Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Jan 14, 2002

This sermon comes from Proverbs 2:1-9 and focuses on the hope we can find from heavenly wisdom.

“Wisdom From Above For Living Here Below” Proverbs 2:1-9 January 13, 2002 Introduction With as crazy as our world is around us, we need every advantage that we can possibly get to help us in life. When times are tough as they are now…our country at war, many people laid off from their jobs, an ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Want From Life

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 8, 2002

A Sermon for the 5th Sunday after Easter Living in Christ

Fifth Sunday of Easter John 14:1-14 "What Do You You Want From From Life? "   1* ¶ "Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. 2* In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3* And when I go and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Four Lesson From Four People's Lives Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Jun 11, 2002

A message on the spiritual life-lessons Christians can learn from Isaac, Rebekah, Jacob, and Esau.

Genesis Series #49 June 02, 2002 Title: Four Lesson From Four People’s Lives Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Welcome to New life in Christ. Today we continue with message #49 in our verse-by-verse study of the Book of Genesis. Read Genesis 25:19-34 Opening ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Travelling From Tragedy Through Trust To Triumph

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Jun 19, 2002

Ruth and Naomi teach us how to handle adversity through our trust in God’s ultimate plan for our life.

Ruth: Traveling from Tragedy through Trust to Triumph Ruth 1:16-18 SICC April 14th (Morning) Sometimes tragedy kind of sneaks up on you. It comes at you like termites at an old wood-frame house. It eats away for years, then one day the rafters of the house give way before you ever realized ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Need Food That Comes From Heaven

Contributed by William Baeta on Dec 1, 2000

“For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world. I am the bread of life. He who comes to me shall never hunger, and he who believes in me shall never thirst” John 6:33, 35.

Theme: We need the food that comes from heaven Text: Ex. 16:2-4, 9-15; Eph. 4:17, 20-24; John 6:24-35 The worsening food situation, especially in the developing nations, is one of the major problems facing the world today. We have all seen pictures of starving and dying children from areas ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35, Exodus 16:2-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Test The Spirits, Whether They Be From God Or Not.

Contributed by Arthur Potter on Dec 30, 2000

Let me ask you a question. How many people do you think stay home now, that used to enjoy a rich, full, spiritual life with God. And why do you think they stay home?

Look around you this morning, tell me what do you see? Let me ask you a question. How many people do you think stay home now, that used to enjoy a rich, full, spiritual life with God. And why do you think they stay home? The only explanation is that they did not as we studied, “Test the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-2

Denomination: *other

Where Do We Go From Here ?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jun 6, 2025

We all face changes and transition in our lives and sometimes ask the question; What's next? This message helps us understand if we just keep following God we will get to the destination that He has planned for us.

( I used this with a group that I meet with weekly But it could easily be modified for your church setting) Introduction: Every one of us is in a transition. Some of you are starting college. Some may be going back for a GED. Others are stepping up into new roles and responsibilities you didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost Sunday: Filled With Power From On High

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Pentecost is more than a day — it is a divine encounter that releases heaven’s power on earth. The Holy Spirit was not sent for a one-time experience but to dwell with and within us perpetually. As we yield to Him, we are transformed, empowered, and used mightily for God’s glory.

PENTECOST SUNDAY: FILLED WITH POWER FROM ON HIGH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:28-29, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, John 14:16–17, Romans 8:11 INTRODUCTION: Pentecost Sunday commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early disciples of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rising From The Fall: The Restoration Of A Broken Heart

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jun 20, 2025

This sermon revolves around the theme, No one is too fallen for God's mercy.

Text: Psalm 51; 2 Samuel 11–12 Theme: No one is too fallen for God's mercy. Picture a palace roof under the quiet of night. The air is still, the stars hang low, and all of Israel sleeps—except one man. King David, the shepherd turned sovereign, walks in solitude. But this night will change ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

When The Heart Wanders From Dependence On God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

This chapter uncovers the subtle danger of pride, self-reliance, and misplaced confidence, especially for those in positions of authority.

WHEN THE HEART WANDERS FROM DEPENDENCE ON GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 24:1-25 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-7, Jeremiah 17:5-8, Psalm 20:7, 1 Chronicles 21:1-30, Isaiah 31:1 INTRODUCTION: In 2 Samuel 24, David makes a critical leadership mistake that invites divine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Part 2 The Manuscript From Outer Space Series

Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Jul 11, 2025

Scripture represents those specific prophecies from YHVH God that He intended as His permanent, written Word for all humanity throughout all time.

Understanding Prophecy: Part 2 The Manuscript from Outer Space WHAT IS SCRIPTURE? Scripture represents those specific prophecies from YHVH God that He intended as His permanent, written Word for all humanity throughout all time. ________________________________________ I. WHAT SCRIPTURE IS CALLED ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:29, Luke 24:27, 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:21, Isaiah 30:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Choosing The Better Part And Learning From Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 13, 2025

Blessed are they who have kept the word with a generous heart and yield a harvest through perseverance.

16th Sunday in Course 2025 What is the critical verb in today’s Gospel account of Martha and Mary? What is it that Mary is doing that gives her a pass on serving the food and drink and cooking the chicken in the kitchen? Mary listened at the feet of Jesus. Martha did a lot of busy work, probably ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10, Psalm 15:2-5, Colossians 1:24-28, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Catholic

The Armor Of God (From A Us Army Perspective)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jul 23, 2025

Written by Paul in Ephesus (near the Mediterranean/Great Sea), family relationships are in the chapter before this.

Verses 10-11 Be strong in the Lord Job 1 - satan = adversary, the accuser of the brethren Ezekiel 28 - Prince/king of Type/Eden Isaiah 14 (the 5 "I wills" of Lucifer, Sheol (v.9), cherub (v.16) See Revelation 12, 13, 20 v 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Vineyard

Little Children, Keep Yourselves From Idols

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 2, 2025

Why does John end his frst epistle with a warning against idolatry?

Little Children, Keep Yourselves from Idols 1 John 5:18–21 NKJV We know that whoever is born of God does not sin; but he who has been born of God keeps himself, and the wicked one does not touch him. We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one. And we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible