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Prayer - For Those Of Us Who Struggle

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 26, 2025

A talk on prayer preached at St Christophers Hanwell 28 July 2025, at a Cafe Communion service - where people sit around tables and the sermon is inevitably quite interactive.

INTRO “one of his disciples said to him, ‘Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples” [Luke 11:1] Martin Luther, the 16th Century reformer, was once asked much time he spent in prayer. “An hour a day” he said. “But what about if you are really busy?” “If I am really busy I have to spend ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13, Mark 1:35, Luke 6:12-13, Luke 5:15-16, Luke 22:39-44, Matthew 4:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The God Who Makes Impossibilities Possible Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 31, 2025

This message aims to strengthen your faith in the God who does the impossible. No matter how bleak your situation may appear, God is able to turn things around.

THE GOD WHO MAKES IMPOSSIBILITIES POSSIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:37 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 32:27, Mark 10:27, Genesis 18:14, Romans 4:17-21, Matthew 19:26 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with challenges that seem humanly impossible. There are situations where all human ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Protects From Evil Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God reveals Himself as the Protector of His people. He shields them from harm, frustrates the devices of the wicked, and creates a hedge around His own.

THE GOD WHO PROTECTS FROM EVIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:1-10 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17; Proverbs 18:10; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Psalm 121:7-8; Job 1:10 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world that is full of visible and invisible dangers. From spiritual attacks to physical harm, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dying Well Is Better Than Living Well

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 3, 2022

Have you seen these bumper stickers around town? (Show a BLE bumper sticker.) Do you know what it means? BLE stands for “Best Life Ever.”

Have you seen these bumper stickers around town? (Show a BLE bumper sticker.) Do you know what it means? BLE stands for “Best Life Ever.” These bumper stickers were designed in 2015 to celebrate the life of Nate Avery, a talented neurosurgeon who was born and raised in Flagstaff and who also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Can't You Read The Sign? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 31, 2023

In Mark 8:1-26, Mark directs our attention to the people around Jesus who are struggling with spiritual blindness in spite of the signs that they should clearly see and understand.

Introduction: A. Have you ever noticed how we sometimes experience involuntary blindness? 1. Something might be sitting right in front of us, and yet we don’t see it; like, “where are my keys?” or “I can’t find my cell phone” or “where’s the pepper?” They are right in front of us! B. Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do We Have A Case Of Heartburn?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 12, 2023

This is the story of the two men that were going back to Emmaus and what happened to them on their journey. They almost missed something because they were centered around their own personal issues.

In verses 13-16: The two men walking toward Emmaus were so caught up in themselves and their own problems that they did not see Jesus or even recognize Him. Undoubtedly, they had heard His preaching, the various parables, and what He was teaching about Himself. It was as if they were not looking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Does The Bible Say About Haughty Eyes (High Look)?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 3, 2025

What is a high look? Have you ever seen someone who walks around with their nose up in the air as if they have to look down there nose just to see you?

The KJV – An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin. The Easy-to-Read Version – Proud looks and proud thoughts are sins. They show a person is evil. The GNT – Wicked people are controlled by their conceit and arrogance, and this is sinful. The Message – Arrogance and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

(Strenght For The Weary)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Mar 3, 2025

THE TEXT BEFORE US IS CENTERED AROUND TRIBE OF JUDAH WHO ARE IN BABLONIOAN CAPITITY FACING A LONG DIFFICULT JOURNEY AND INSTEAD OF PRAISING GOD THEY WE`RE COMPLAINING TO GOD

Isaiah 40:28-31 (KJV) Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understanding. [29] He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

When God Remembers: The Turning Of Tables SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

In the face of adversity, God's remembrance can turn situations around for good. Haman's plot against Mordecai backfired because God had opened a book of remembrance for Mordecai.

When we think of a king, we often associate wealth, power, authority, and grandeur with their position. However, it is important to note that in the life of a king, there are also challenges and difficulties. In the book of Esther, we see how God works in the life of a king to bring about His ...read more

Scripture: Esther 6:1-14

Topics: God's Remembrance, Divine Justice

Life In The Valleys

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

This week we begin to celebrate the Holy Season of Lent starting with Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time to reflect on how we live out discipleship in the world around us.

“Life in the Valleys” “The next day, when they came down from the mountain, a large crowd met him.” Luke 9:37 Intro: This week we begin to celebrate the Holy Season of Lent starting with Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time to reflect on how we live out discipleship in the world around us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Humility Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus showed humility by coming from heaven to earth and washing His disciples' feet. When we choose humility, we reflect Christ to the world around us.

Imagine this: You're walking down the hall at school and you see a group of kids struggling to carry a huge box. The teacher is just standing there, watching. Then, out of nowhere, the principal comes over, rolls up his sleeves, and helps the kids lift the box. That's pretty cool, right? That's ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Topics: Humility, Christian Life, Spiritual Growth, Godly Virtues

The Signs Of The End Times

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

The signs of the end times are all around us. Rather than living in fear, we must see these signs as a call to prepare, repent, and remain steadfast in our faith.

THE SIGNS OF THE END TIMES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 24:3-14 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Luke 21:25-28 INTRODUCTION: The disciples asked Jesus about the signs of His coming and the end of the age. In response, Jesus outlined several events and conditions that would mark ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Denying Yourself

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Revival revolves around this very notion and directly balances on the denial of ourselves and the cross we carry. Are we ready to take it on? Are we ready to carry our cross?

Illustration: Passion Season - Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey. What is He denying himself? Jesus is in the garden of gethsemane. What is He denying himself? What cup does He choose? Jesus is put on the cross. What is He denying himself? The path is different because it is the path of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breakthrough Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 19, 2023

Christians who want a breakthrough – who desire freedom need to realize whether they are being led around by their soul (their fleshly desires) or by their spirit (The desires of Jesus).

Opening video: Exodus – Bondage to Freedom Series: Mens Seminar Watershed! Thesis: We are in a cosmic war and for the most part that war is within – in our minds – with our spirit and with our flesh (the soulish realm). The truth is our spirit, or our fleshly appetites and mindsets dictate how we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5, Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 4:12-13, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Corporate Nature Of Scripture & The Church

Contributed by Arthur Miller on Jun 16, 2023

Preaching is often individualist in nature, but scripture emphases' the kingdom, the people, and the church. This lesson gives the importance of the body and how the parts support the body and not the other way around.

INTRODUCTION In change management, you always want to address those that must adopt the change by making the point of What’s in it for me? Why should I change what I am comfortable with for this new method of doing business? If you can’t adequately address this question the change will probably ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ