Sermons on Asleep At The Switch:

Five Evidence Jesus Really Rose From The Dead!

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 15, 2025

When the disciples knew that Jesus had risen from the dead, their sorrow turned to great joy; their fear turned to boldness. Their faith in Jesus grew stronger, therefore, they were willing to risk their lives for Jesus.

Introduction: Let's read Matthew 28:1-15. On Feb. 27, 1991, at the height of Desert Storm, Ruth Dillow received a heartbroken message from the Pentagon. It stated that her son, Clayton Carpenter, Private 1st Class, had stepped on a mine in Kuwait and was dead. Ruth Dillow later wrote, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15, 1 Corinthians 15:14-20, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Call To Wake Up

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

Each generation of Christians is the seed of the next, and degenerate seed is sure to produce a degenerate harvest; not a little better than but worse than the seed from which it sprang.

Opening illustration: Play video. Introduction: THERE IS ALSO SPIRITUAL sleep. Notice Ephesians 5:14: "Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead." This verse is often spoken to sinners, but it was not written to sinners. Ephesians was never written to sinners. It is not a message to sinners ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Was Acquainted With Grief Series

Contributed by Robert Irvine on May 7, 2024

Jesus Christ was acquainted with grief. Every day in Roman-occupied Judea there would have been executions, and crucifixions just as Jesus suffered. Grief would have been all around.

In the last post, I concentrated on Jesus being a man of sorrows, so this post will concentrate on Jesus being acquainted with grief. First of all, as always, I check to see what the Old Testament Hebrew words are to make sure that I am interpreting the prophet's words correctly. In this verse, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Baptist

Wish We All Been Ready

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2024

My wish is that everyone would receive Jesus as Savior and Lord, The story of the 5 foolish virgins is so sad. They ran out of oil. Oil represents the Holy Spirit. We need to be ready.

WISH WE ALL HAD BEEN READY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *Getting Ready to Leave This World Laying up my treasures in that Home above, Trusting fully, trusting in the Savior's love Doing what I can for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:20, Matthew 25:1-11, Matthew 7:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can We Go Fishing In Heaven? Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 27, 2023

This is the last in a 7-part series on The Apostles Creed. I used this as a way to give folks in my new churches an understanding of my beliefs and our common ground as Believers. Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

Sermon Series “Belief and Faith Coming Together” Week Seven – “Can We Go Fishing in Heaven?” Pastor John Bright – delivered 8/25/19 Philippians 3:17-4:1 “17 Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern. 18 For many walk, of whom I have told you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2, John 14:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

What Happens When Christians Die? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The powerful hope and assurance of eternal life that comes from the resurrection of Jesus Christ, which is foundational to our faith and a reminder of our own mortality.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage from Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. As James H. Aughey once said, "Death to the Christian is the funeral of all his sorrows and evils, and the resurrection, of all his joys." With that in mind, let's read 1 Corinthians 15: ...read more

Topics: Afterlife

Unlocking The Seals

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 20, 2024

I want to start with a question. Why study the book of Revelation? There is a lot of buzz around that says that Revelation is too hard to understand, it’s a prophetic book, there are too many symbols and no one really understands the book of Revelation.

Unlocking the Seals Psalm 96 1. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17 2. Ephesians 5:22-33 I want to start with a question. Why study the book of Revelation? There is a lot of buzz around that says that Revelation is too hard to understand, it’s a prophetic book, there are too many symbols and no one really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17, Ephesians 5:22-33, Revelation 19:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Moving From Strength To Strength PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

This sermon explores how God provides strength and sustenance in times of despair, guiding us through life's journey towards success.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we are knit together by our love for the Lord and His Word. We are here to share in the richness of His teachings, to draw strength from His promises, and to find comfort in His eternal love. We are not merely spectators but active ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8

Topics: Strength, Journey Ahead

Encouragement In Difficult Times

Contributed by Tyranne Mcmillan on May 6, 2002

During times of difficulty, we find it hard to belive God. Trusting in God will bring peace to our heart and joy in our struggles.

HEBREWS 10:35,36: CAST NOT AWAY THEREFORE YOUR CONFIDENCE, WHICH HATH GREAT RECOMPENCE OF REWARD. FOR YE HAVE NEED OF PATIENCE, THAT AFTER YE HAVE DONE THE WILL OF GOD, YE MIGHT RECEIVE THE PROMISE.(KJV) In an ever changing world, we need confidence. Confidence is the assurance in God’s word that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Paul's Last Journey

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Feb 11, 2001

About knowing and doing God’s will

PAUL’S LAST JOURNEY Acts 27:10-25 Intro: I have been teaching through the book of Acts for several weeks, and on February 18th, in a little over one month, I will get to this text. There are 4 things Paul knew about this voyage that I would like to share with you tonight. I/ Paul knew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:10-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lostness Of People

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Dec 17, 2002

Do you remember what it felt like to be lost? The darkness? Hopelessness? People around us are facing that feeling every day.

Lostness of People Acts 16:25-34 Do you remember what it felt like to be lost? The darkness? Hopelessness? People around us are facing that feeling every day. Ephesians 2:1-5 1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; 2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Present Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 11, 2005

Our source of strength as we face the storms of life is that God is present "in the boat" with us.

Matthew 8:23-27 “God is Present” INTRODUCTION After the monsoon storm of last Tuesday, we can easily identify with the disciples and the tempest in which they found themselves. Even with the advantages of Doppler radar and the eagerness of weather reporters who finally had something to talk ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Our God Is A Patient God Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 13, 2005

This is the first in a five sermon series on the attributes of God.

Our God is a Patient God II Peter 3:1-9 I. He Patiently Stirs Us With His Word (v. 1-2) A. His Word Stirs a New Devotion “Behold, I long for Your precepts; Revive me in Your righteousness.” – Psalm 119:40 1. A new devotion to our commitment to Christ 2. A new devotion to the church 3. A new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

In The Boat Together

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 7, 2009

From fear to awe

Mark 4:35-41 OUR PANIC - someone’s gotta do something - terrorism - son we’re all gonna be victimized by some suicide bombers - global warming - soon we’re all gonna drown in the every-rising sea levels - economic crisis - soon we’re all gonna starve because no one can afford their food anymore - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Congregational

Filling The Holes--A Christmas Story

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 30, 2009

Jesus Christ can fill up the God-sized, God-shaped hole in any heart.

Homily for Wake Service One of the most popular films [of this season] is a little fifties vignette, A Christmas Story. In the plot, young Ralphie sets his heart on an air rifle for Christmas, and endures ridicule and scorn in his quest for this gift he believes will make him happy. In the end, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Catholic