Sermons on Astray:

Go! And Read The Bible In Context - 2 Timothy 2:15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 28, 2025

When we read the Bible in context, we don’t just gain knowledge—we are transformed. We behold Jesus. We embrace truth. And we are equipped to live as faithful disciples.

Go! And Read the Bible in Context - 2 Timothy 2:15 Introduction Today’s message in our ‘Go! And…’ series is one that anchors our Christian life deeply in truth. The title is: "Go! And Read the Bible in Context". Reading the Bible in context is not merely a skill—it is a spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 4:5-7, Luke 24:27, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of God's Word: Transformed By Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 26, 2024

Jeremiah 23:28 is a profound and timely message. Three key points: The Distinction of God's Word, The Impact of God's Word, and The Responsibility of God's Messengers.

The Power of God's Word: Transformed by Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore a profound and timely message from the book of Jeremiah. Our primary text is Jeremiah 23:28. Let's read this verse together from the New Living Translation: Jeremiah 23:28 (NLT): ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:28, Isaiah 55:11, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 19:7-8, John 6:63, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Look Just Like ...

Contributed by David Zachrich on Apr 6, 2024

The church that Ann and I attend brings us joy and peace – and, sometimes amusement. Like is true with many of you, we sit in the same pew almost every Sunday. We are surrounded by wonderful, friendly people who share our faith.

Friends in Christ, The church that Ann and I attend brings us joy and peace – and, sometimes amusement. Like is true with many of you, we sit in the same pew almost every Sunday. We are surrounded by wonderful, friendly people who share our faith. In the pew in front of us in a family of five – ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Wheat And Chaff: Discerning God's Word In A World Of Noise

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 20, 2025

This is a sermon on a passage where God draws a clear and fiery line between His eternal truth and the dangerous deceptions of false teachers.

Scripture Text: Jeremiah 23:25-40 (KJV) Introduction: A World of Competing Voices Good evening, my friends. We live in a world that is drowning in noise. We are bombarded every day by a thousand competing voices. Voices from our phones, from our televisions, from social media influencers, from ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:25-40

Denomination: Baptist

Total Turnaround For God’s Glory

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Oct 4, 2025

The book of Zephaniah is a short one, with only three chapters, which tells us that God will deal with evil, and a day will come when He will save, heal, bring back, and appoint us for praise.

“Behold, at that time I will deal with all who afflict you; I will save the lame, and gather those who were driven out; I will appoint them for praise and fame in every land where they were put to shame.” Zephaniah 3:19 Total turnaround for God’s glory is what you and I expect during this ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:19, Zephaniah 3:14-20, Isaiah 49:8, Isaiah 49:22-23, Jeremiah 30:17-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hand Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025

The phrase “The Hand of the Lord” is a powerful biblical expression that symbolises God’s active involvement in human affairs.

THE HAND OF THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 59:1 – “Behold, the LORD’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; neither his ear heavy, that it cannot hear.” Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:20, 1 Kings 18:46, Psalm 118:15-16, Acts 11:21, Ezekiel 37:1 INTRODUCTION: The phrase “The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Comfort For The Uncomfortable — A Devotional Look At Romans 8

Contributed by Andrew Senesac on Nov 12, 2025

Romans 8 is both highly theological and highly practical. In it Paul discusses the work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. I have followed Paul’s example and this outline reflects both that theological and practical nature.

Therefore… No condemnation (v.1) I. Paul looks back over all he’s said from chapter 3 till now. He’s laid out the Gospel in both its Justification (ch. 3-5) and Sanctification (ch. 6-8). He concludes with the truth of our sanctification. This truth is both legal and practical: I. Legal - ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39, Romans 6:16-18, Psalm 53:2, Isaiah 53:6

Discernment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving deep into the subject of discernment. The ability to distinguish, to discern, to make right judgments – this is a gift from God, but it's also a skill that we must cultivate. A.W. Tozer, a respected Christian author, once said, "A lack of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Discernment

Walking In True Freedom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Good morning, Church! Today, our Scripture speaks to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ – living in the freedom of the New Covenant, pursuing the enemy that seeks to destroy us, and walking in true freedom. As we explore this passage, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:31-42

Topics: New Covenant, Christ

Rejecting And Forgetting God As King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To highlight the importance of recognizing and honoring God as our ultimate King, using the example of the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, and the consequences that followed.

Good morning, church family! I hope you're all safe and well. Today, we're going to delve into a critical moment in Israel's history when they rejected God as their King and demanded a human king. We'll be focusing on 1 Samuel 8, where we see the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:6-9

Topics: New King, Israel

Distraction PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2023

To emphasize the necessity of faith in Jesus Christ and the priority of our salvation in our lives.

Pause a moment, folks. In our fast-paced, hyper-connected world, we're so often caught up in a whirlwind of distractions that we forget to focus on the most important thing - our relationship with Jesus Christ. We're here today to remind ourselves of the vital truth that faith in Jesus is ...read more

Topics: Focus, Christ, Main Thing

If God Revealed Himself, I’d Believe

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 3, 2025

He has revealed Himself many times, but you refused to see, but the time is coming when you will have no choice to see.

IF God Revealed Himself, I’d Believe I do not know how many times I have heard people say something along the line, “If God would reveal Himself, I’d believe. Sadly, the history of the human race proves otherwise. Gen 3:8  And they heard the voice of the LORD God walking in the garden in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8, Genesis 6:9, Genesis 11:8-9, Deuteronomy 4:34, John 4:8, Acts 4:30-31, Revelation 6:14-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon For Christmas Day

Contributed by Martin Luther on Jun 1, 2011

A classic sermon by Martin Luther.

The Story of the Birth of Jesus; and the Angels' Song I. The Birth of Jesus The Story of Jesus' Birth 1. It is written in Haggai 2,6-7, that God says, "I will shake the heavens; and the precious things of all nations shall come." This is fulfilled today, for the heavens were shaken, that is, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The 7 Dimensions Of Christmas : A Christmas Message To The Churches

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This is a christmas message about the various truths revealed through the birth of Christ

THE 7 DIMENSIONS OF CHRISTMAS : A CHRISTMAS MESSAGE TO THE CHURCHES OUTLINE 1. THE CRISIS OF CHRISTMAS 2. THE COMPASSION OF CHRISTMAS 3. THE CONDESCENSION OF CHRISTMAS 4. THE CONTROVERSY OF CHRISTMAS 5. THE CALL OF CHRISTMAS 6. THE COMMISSION OF CHRISTMAS 7. THE CELEBRATION OF ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Big Is Jesus

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 4, 2001

FRESH LOOK AT JESUS, THE SON OF GOD

HOW BIG IS JESUS VBC August 19. 01 Isaiah 45:22 This is the text verse that a Primitive Methodist layman preached from the day Charles Haddon Spurgeon was saved. Listen as Spurgeon recounts that day the layman preached, It is a text that encourages and exhorts us to look to Christ. I want to do ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:22

Denomination: Baptist