Sermons on Azuza Street:

Lost Pursuit

Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 8, 2018

Jesus seeks the lost, saves the lost, and shouts for the found.

Sermon Idea Jesus seeks the lost, saves the lost, and shouts for the found. Introduction Max Misty and I lost our dear old dog, Max, a couple of years ago. It was terrible. He was very sick and we had to put him down. We stood by with our hands on him while the vet put Max to sleep. It was ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Again?! Pentecost Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 11, 2013

This is the story of Pentecost along with stories of revival from more recent church eras.

Last Sunday as we were preparing for worship, just before the service, our guest worship leaders were playing a prelude. The music finished, and as Pastor Garret came forward to begin the welcome and announcements I heard a sweet little voice right behind me loudly proclaim, “again! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Shemitah, The Blood Moons And The Rise And Fall Of Empires

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Oct 1, 2015

The Shemitah, the Blood Moons and the Rise and Fall of Empires

The Shemitah, the Blood Moons and the Rise and Fall of Empires Dr. William D. Poovey Luke 21:33-21:36 The Shemitah, the Blood Moons and the Rise and Fall of Empires Luke 21:33-36 Heaven and earth shall pass away: but my words shall not pass away. 34 And take heed to yourselves, lest at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:33-36

Denomination: Foursquare

Matthew The Tax Collector Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 20, 2017

Jesus strolls past a tax office and sees a man named Levi. He must see more than what we might have, H called Levi to follow Him. Levi was named Matthew and followed the Master. Matthew introduces Jesus to his old friends.

Introduction A. There is an old, old story about a pilgrim standing outside heaven, longing to enter in, watching as others were welcomed through the gates of pearl, onto the streets of gold. As he stood there, he saw a group clothed in white robes and waving banners approaching the gates. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Series Looking At How Serious Are We About God's Serious Love For Us. Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 6, 2024

Week 1 - looking at how God loves us.

Are you Serious? Zechariah 8 January 7, 2024 I’m really excited about this sermon series I’m starting today. I’ve been wrestling with this topic, since I was asked a question a little over a month ago. The bulletin cover isn’t your typical one, it isn’t colorful, it simply asks the question - - ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 30, 2023

Let the government of your life rest on His shoulders. Then you will find the peace OF God, peace WITH God, and peace with others, as well.

Some time ago, the AARP Bulletin asked readers to respond to the question: What's your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ranged from “eat a chocolate chip cookie” to “have a stiff drink.” But Don Betz of Oakdale, Minnesota, offered his own unique solution. Every January 1st, Betz ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:5-7, John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 5:1, John 1:11-12, Ephesians 2:12-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How Do We Go On 2?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 8, 2023

Funeral message for a friend

Funeral for Jim Fles Funeral - How do we go on? Welcome & Greeting Today we gather to celebrate and remember the life of Jim Fles. Funerals are never fun, especially when it’s for someone who has meant so much to so many. We remember that Jesus Himself was heartbroken over the death of a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Reflecting God's Light

Contributed by Mitchell Leonard on Aug 9, 2025

A sermon to Adults on Matthew 5:14-16

August 10, 2025 A.M. Matthew 5:14-16 I quote Matthew 5:16 a lot but I honestly believe that it is one of the most important Verses in the entire Bible. A. You see, John 3:16 is a powerful Verse because it tells us WHY God sent Jesus into the world, “For God so LOVED the world” and it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Rhyme & Reason

Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 22, 2001

Every young person can know that they have a purpose to their life by understanding three things God has done for us.

S-ubject: Purpose C-entral Theme: God gives us rhyme and reason to our lives O-bjective: Every young person can know that they have a purpose to their life by understanding three things God has done for us. R-ationle: Point #1: He has CALLED US Point #2: He has COMMISSIONED US Point #3: He ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What In The World Is God Doing?

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

Sermon on the problem of suffering in the world.

I think we’ve ALL been shocked and horrified by the events that have been unfolding in Kosovo, and the scenes we have witnessed of tens of thousands of refugees pouring into the surrounding countries as a result. People driven from their homes; families separated; stories of widespread murders and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-19, Romans 8:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Peace That Only God Can Give” Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Feb 11, 2002

Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is rather the confidence that He is there with you always.

Safety consists not in the absence of danger but in the presence of God. John 16:33 33"I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world." NIV Peace that Jesus gives is not the absence of trouble, but is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Greatest Love Ever Shown!" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

Nothing can compare to the love God has shown us in Christ.

John 3:16 is, perhaps, the most familiar verse in the Bible. Here in the United States many people can quote the verse. Of those who cannot quote it, many are at least familiar with the reference, if only because they have seen it displayed so often in the end zone of football stadiums. Yet, I am ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Achieving Greatness God's Way

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 23, 2003

“Whoever desires to become great among you, let him be your servant. And whoever desires to be first among you, let him be your slave – just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many” Matt 20:26-28.

Theme: Achieving greatness God’s way Text: Ex. 12:21-28; Matt. 20:20-28 The purpose for Christ’s coming to earth is contained in the statement, “The Son of man came to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many”. God, our Creator, who is to be worshipped, came to serve as an example for us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Exodus 12:21-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do It! Do It Now! Do It Right!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 20, 2001

Obedience to the call and will of God.

DO IT! DO IT NOW! DO IT RIGHT! DEUTERONOMY 6:4-6 "Hear, O Israel: The LORD our God is one LORD: And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart" Introduction: ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Can Do For Those Lost In Sin?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 23, 2006

A message to invite sinners to come to Jesue

What Jesus can do for those lost in SIN? Rev. 1:4-7 He was the first to rise from the dead. He is the commander of all the rulers of the world. He loved us and made us free from our sins by the shedding of his blood. He made us his kingdom and his priests to serve before God his Father. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-7

Denomination: Wesleyan