Sermons on Avoidance:

Let Your Light Reflect Christ Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 16, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 19

August 15, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 4:25-5:2 Let Your Life Reflect Christ Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Nestled in the mountains a little to the west of Oslo, Norway lies the city of Rjukan. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

If We Are To Be Forgiving, Does This Mean We Shouldn’t Prosecute Criminals? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 29, 2020

Are Christians free to prosecute lawbreakers?

If We Are to Be Forgiving, Does This Mean We Shouldn’t Prosecute Criminals? (topical) 1. “A man, convinced of a crime, was in court. The judge said 'Why did the police arrest you?' The man replied 'For shopping too early.' The judge said 'Well that's not a crime, how early ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, Genesis 9:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Fervent Finale

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 29, 2019

John wants to leave us with certainty and clarity about what we believe and in Whose hands we rest.

A Fervent Finale (I John 5:13-20) 1. A pastor was trying to teach a children’s class about how to be saved. 2.”If I sold everything I have and gave it to the church, would I go to heaven?” The children answered, “No.” The pastor said, “Very good. That’s right. And if I worked hard at keeping the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tragedy Of A Busy But Mis-Spent Life And Time

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 2, 2019

Your life is precious and should be spent right. Any misuse of one's time leads to a tragedy

Luke 10:38 – end; Psalm 39:4-5 The dictionary helps us to define some of the words in our topic, let’s take a look at them. Tragedy: an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe. Busy: occupied with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38, Psalm 39:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: The Wisdom From Above James 3:17-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024

James 3:17-18 highlights the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives.

Transformed by Truth: The Wisdom from Above James 3:17-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the Book of James, particularly James 3:17-18. These verses highlight the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives. Let's read the text together from the New Living ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18, Proverbs 2:6, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Testify To The Light

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 18, 2023

A sermon for the third Sunday of Advent, Year B

December 17, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 1:6-8, 19-28 Testify to the Light Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. I saw a PBS show a few weeks ago about Dark Sky Preserves. They’re part of the greater Dark Sky ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Suffering For The Sake Of Righteousness

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 26, 2022

The purpose of Job is to give a demonstration of the sovereignty of God and the value of true faith.

Undoubtedly, everybody has heard about Job at some point in time. The book was written to discuss the age-old question, “Why do the righteous always seem to suffer?” Introduction to the book of Job: • It is one of the five books of poetry: 1. Job 2. Psalms 3. Proverbs 4. Ecclesiastes 5. Song of ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:7-8, Job 2:2-3, Job 38:1, Job 39:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Led By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025

Being led by the Holy Spirit is foundational for every believer who desires to live a life that is aligned with God's will. It means allowing the Holy Spirit to guide, direct, and influence our decisions, actions, and thoughts.

Title: LED BY THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God." Supporting Texts: John 16:13, Galatians 5:16-18, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Acts 16:6-7 INTRODUCTION: Being led by the Holy Spirit is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14, John 16:13, Galatians 5:16-18, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Acts 16:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Designer Immortality

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2025

The so-called “immortality” scientists are trumpeting is a counterfeit, a cheap knock-off to deceive us into thinking we’ve overcome death. Don’t be taken in.

For much of her life, Jeanne Calment’s big claim to fame was that she sold pencils to Vincent van Gogh in her youth. But by the time she died in August of 1997, this charming Frenchwoman had made her way into the Guinness Book of World Records for a grander accomplishment. She had become the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Importance Of Spiritual Order Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025

God is not the author of confusion but of peace and order. From the beginning of creation to the establishment of priestly duties in Israel, divine order has always been God’s method.

THE IMPORTANCE OF SPIRITUAL ORDER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 24:1-19 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 14:40, Exodus 40:16-33, Numbers 2:1-34, Titus 1:5, Colossians 2:5 INTRODUCTION: God is not the author of confusion but of peace and order. From the beginning of creation to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 24:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Truth, Feasts & A Guardian (Exodus 23)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 29, 2024

Should Israel tell the truth? Should they observe three annual festival seasons? Would God guard them? Let's look at Exodus 23.

Should Israel always speak the truth? Should they keep three annual feast seasons? Would God send a guardian angel? Let’s look at Exodus 23. Should Israel be involved in spreading false reports, vigilante mobs, or show special favors in judgment merely because they feel sorry for a poor man? Thou ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of The Anointing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025

Walking in the anointing comes with a price. It requires sacrifice—sacrificing our comfort, time, relationships, worldly ambitions, and our flesh. It involves preparation— spending time in prayer, studying the Word, and consecrating ourselves for God’s use.

THE COST OF THE ANOINTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 14:28-30 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13 INTRODUCTION: The anointing is a powerful and precious gift from God that enables believers to fulfill their divine purpose. However, walking in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-30, Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Season Of Supernatural Breakthrough (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 22, 2025

In this third part of the series, we will explore the practical application of maintaining your breakthrough and walking in continuous victory. It is one thing to enter a season of supernatural breakthrough, but it’s crucial to sustain and maximize the blessing.

SEASON OF SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGH (PART 3) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 30:18-19 Supporting Texts: 2 Chronicles 20:20-23, Matthew 17:24-27, Exodus 14:21-22 INTRODUCTION: In this third part of the series, we will explore the practical application of maintaining your breakthrough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:18-19, 2 Chronicles 20:20-23, Matthew 17:24-27, Exodus 14:21-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sinners In The Hands Of An Angry God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 22, 2025

The reality of God’s wrath against sinners is not a subject to be taken lightly. Many are living carelessly, assuming that judgment will never come, but the Bible warns that God’s patience has a limit. Every sinner is only one step away from eternal damnation if they do not repent.

SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 32:35 "To me belongeth vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in due time: for the day of their calamity is at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste." Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:35, Hebrews 10:31, Romans 2:5-6, Revelation 20:11-15, Psalm 7:11, John 3:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming The Works Of The Flesh

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

The battle between the flesh and the spirit is a constant struggle in the life of a believer.

OVERCOMING THE WORKS OF THE FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:19-21 "Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21, Romans 8:5-8, 1 Corinthians 9:27, Colossians 3:5-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God