Sermons on Authorize:

Accountability!

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 23, 2014

Decades in comfort, complacency and a cool pulpit that speak only ‘blessings’ have cushioned the church, Christians and Christian workers from rebuke, scrutiny and accountability!

Accountability! Hebrews 13:17”Have confidence in your leaders and submit to their authority, because they keep watch over you as those who must give an account. Do this so that their work will be a joy, not a burden, for that would be of no benefit to you.” Chief Minister of Uttar ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Self-Determined Life

Contributed by David Seeley on Nov 30, 2004

The self-determined life is the life lived with one goal in mind--to please self. God has a better way for His people.

Self-determination: n. 1. freedom to live as one chooses, or to act or decide without consulting others. I. It is a life of fleeing God’s will (Jonah) A. Jonah’s call—Jonah 1:1-2 Jonah was a well-known prophet at Gath-hepher (II Kings 14:25). Like many of the Jews, he felt that God was only the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Scripture- What A Wonderful Tool Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jan 30, 2006

The mission field use to be outside of the US, but now the mission field is in our own back yards. Teaching our congregation the basics of scripture will impower and enrich our faithful families. Let’s look at the basics of God’s Word.

This morning, we are going to tackle the second "Christian Survival 101 topic: Scripture. I fully recognize that we could talk about scripture all day long and still not scratch the surface of this topic. My goal this morning is to look at what scripture is, try to understand what Paul wrote in his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17, 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Telling Someone About Jesus

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 14, 2006

Research indicates that it takes the average American church in the course of a year 85 members to bring one person to faith in Christ. What are we doing wrong? What should we be doing?

Telling Someone about Jesus Matthew 28:16-20 Research indicates that it takes the average American church in the course of a year 85 members to bring one person to faith in Christ. Its like doubt is built into our system. How can we tell people about Jesus if we ourselves are not convinced of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Five Cultures Of The Vision

Contributed by Chris Mccall on Feb 5, 2007

The principle of twelve has a culture in which it thrives and grows. T.E.A.M.S. is an acronym for this culture.

The Five Cultures of the Vision Habakkuk 2:2-4 NKJV Then the LORD answered me and said: “Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Justice Series

Contributed by Richard White on Oct 19, 2008

Haman was second in command, his pride leads to his fall to enemy of the State. His archenemy gets his estate. That is God’s justice

Esther Chapter 8 Saying Yes to God part 8 Haman fell from second in command to an enemy of the State and executed as such. He was hung on the gallows he built for someone else. He amassed a huge fortune, lands, houses, money and other possessions. Usually this would be left for his family, but ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peter's Sermon After The Beggar Is Healed

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 22, 2007

Peter and John give us a model for Christian acts of service and proclamation. Also, Peter’s sermon focuses on Good News now and for the future.

Background: Two of Jesus’ disciples – Peter and John – are on their way to the temple for prayer (Acts 3:1). In other words even though they were the first Christians – believing and trusting in Jesus as Messiah, and having witnessed Jesus’ death and resurrection – they had not turned their backs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Before The Unbelieving

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 10, 2018

On the Path to the Cross, Jesus stood before Pilate and Herod. A Biblical examination of their dealing with Jesus will allow the Holy Spirit to give us a clear understanding of unrepentant mankind's response to God's redemptive work through Jesus Christ.

Jesus Before the Unbelieving Before Pilate, Herod and the Crowd: On the Path to the Cross, Jesus stood before Pilate and Herod. A Biblical examination of their dealing with Jesus will allow the Holy Spirit to give us a clear understanding of unrepentant mankind's response to God's redemptive ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Praying Faith

Contributed by Richard White on Jun 6, 2013

We ask but we do not receive, why? Is it our faith? What did that centurion know that we don't

A praying Faith Matt 8:5-13 Comparing our faith, is it solid like a barrel cactus, it grows in the most extreme circumstances or is fragile like the African Violet which even the slightest change causes it to wilt? What affects our prayer life? 1. We do not ask (James 4:2) 2. We ask with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overview Of The Gospel Of John Series

Contributed by Dr. Rich Denning on Apr 20, 2017

This message is an overview of the Gospel of John. The series followed with an emphasis on the deity of Christ and His miracle (signs) which point to Him being the Savior.

Authorship: Two Plausible Options – John, the apostle or Johaninne School. Author identifies himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved. Some say John the Elder or John the son of Zebedee. Recipients: Probably Christians living in Ephesus. (More specifically, Jews who became Christians and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Righteousness Exalts A Nation Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Oct 26, 2020

What criterion should be used in selecting government leaders? What does God say? “Righteousness exalts a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people” (Proverbs 14:34).

What criterion should be used in selecting government leaders? What does God say? “Righteousness exalts a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people” (Proverbs 14:34). Do right by God and He will do right by you. Honor the Lord God Almighty. Stay true to His standard of Righteousness—the Word of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34, Romans 13:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness In The Workplace Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025

Holiness is not confined to church settings; it extends to every area of life, including the workplace. As Christians, we are called to reflect Christ in our work ethic, attitude, and interactions with others.

Title: HOLINESS IN THE WORKPLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 6:5-8, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Proverbs 22:29, Matthew 5:16 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is not confined to church settings; it extends to every area of life, including the workplace. As ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23, Ephesians 6:5-8, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Proverbs 22:29, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Breaks The Chains Of Addiction Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025

God has the power to destroy every chain of addiction and set His children free.

THE GOD WHO BREAKS THE CHAINS OF ADDICTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:36 “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, Romans 6:14, Galatians 5:1, Psalm 107:14, Acts 16:25-26 INTRODUCTION: Addiction is a form of bondage that holds many ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Functions Of The Anointing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 28, 2025

The anointing is the supernatural enablement that God gives to His people for specific purposes. It is not just a feeling or experience; it is the empowerment of the Holy Spirit to carry out divine assignments and fulfil destiny.

THE FUNCTIONS OF THE ANOINTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 4:18-19 "The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of sight to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Puts His Word In Your Mouth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 18, 2026

This message reveals that when God puts His Word in your mouth, you can confront challenges, silence opposition, and release destiny because it is God’s Word, not your own.

THE GOD WHO PUTS HIS WORD IN YOUR MOUTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 4:12 Key Verse: “Now therefore go, and I will be with thy mouth, and teach thee what thou shalt say.” (Exodus 4:12, KJV) Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:9; Luke 21:15; Deuteronomy 18:18; Proverbs 25:11; Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God