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The Consuming Fire

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

This sermon presents the dual nature of God’s fire—both as judgment and as a refining, empowering force.

THE CONSUMING FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:29 "For our God is a consuming fire." Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 4:24, Malachi 3:2-3, Exodus 24:17, 1 Kings 18:38-39, Acts 2:3 INTRODUCTION: God is revealed in the Bible as a consuming fire, a symbol of His holiness, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29, Deuteronomy 4:24, Malachi 3:2-3, Exodus 24:17, 1 Kings 18:38-39, Acts 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mary Pondered These Things

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

A short meditation at the end of or presentation "From Prophesy to Fulfilment".

1. We have heard about the one who was born - how the prophets foretold his coming - how the cradle leads to the cross - we prepare to light our candles to remember that X is God’s light to us 2. At end of Luke 2 the events of Chrit’s birth are complete - Christ is born, the angels and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When The Body Moves The Funerals Over

Contributed by Bob Hager on Mar 30, 2002

The resurrection is a past event with continuing effects on the present and future.

A letter came from Health and Human Services to a resident of Greenville County, South Carolina: "Your food stamps will be stopped, effective March 1992, because we received notice that you passed away. May God bless you. You may reapply if your circumstances change." In a business meeting we were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Keep Back Nothing Profitable

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Does the Church present the whole truth to its members?

"I kept back nothing that was profitable for you, but have showed you, and have taught you publicly, and from house to house, testifying to both Jews and Greeks of repentance toward God, and faith toward our Lord Jesus Christ." (Acts 20:20-21). Paul spoke these words to the Christian elders ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"We Are Never Home Alone"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 1, 2002

God is always present with Christians through His Spirit.

John 14:15-21 “We Are Never Home Alone” By: Reverend Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Many of us have probably seen the movie: Home Alone. In it, a large family goes on a Christmas vacation, accidently leaving their ten year-old-son at ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

The Road To Salvation

Contributed by James May on Mar 28, 2004

This is a salvation message that presents the plan of salvation in its simplicity.

The Road to Salvation by Pastor James May I know that for most of us this message is going to be so much repetition. But God has impressed upon me strongly that this is message He wants to give to you so I will do my best to obey the Lord and give this message to you. Even though the majority ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38-41, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Have The Fire Of God In Your Ministry

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

This sermon presents the essential ingredients for a ministry that is on fire for God.

HOW TO HAVE THE FIRE OF GOD IN YOUR MINISTRY Acts 2:1-13 I. INTRODUCTION Each of us in this room is a unique individual. We each have different talents, different tastes, and different personalities. We have different strengths and weaknesses. But, there is one thing we all share in common, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

No Pain, No Gain - The Story Of The Laodicean Church

Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007

A historical look at the church of Laodicea, with present day application.

Laodicea: Revelation 3:14-18 Laodicea. What thoughts does this conjure up in your mind? It is a word that we like to throw around as a people. Whenever things are not as we feel they should be, we blame it on being the Laodicean Church, and possibly this is quite true. This morning I would like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Get A Grip! The Frustration, Failure, And Future Of Faith

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Aug 10, 2010

Faith is often a present struggle, but the outcome is long term.

Get A Grip!  The Frustration of Faith, The Failure of Faith, the Future of Faith Heb. 11:8-40 When you think of faith, what comes to your mind? The Frustration of Faith 8-12 Faith is not only about victory, but also about the struggle. Faith goes to uncomfortable places to get a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

Family Relations (Roles For Parents And Children) Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 23, 2012

Presents the roles and behavior of parents (especially fathers) and children.

Introduction This is one Bible passage that talks directly to children and so this sermon will directly address them. Hopefully the adults will listen in and learn something as well. Text “Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right.” You know what “obey your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Servant Leadership Part 8 - Conceptualisation Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 29, 2011

Servant Leaders are able to see beyond the present into the future

Servant Leadership Part 8: Conceptualisation One Sunday, the preacher went on for a little longer than normal. After the service, people went by the preacher, tired and exhausted. One of them went up to him and told him. “Your sermon reminded me about Peace of God and Love of God”. The preacher ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being And Becoming

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Feb 2, 2009

A sermon on the Presentation of Christ in the Temple (also called Candlemas)

I wonder if you’re familiar with fresh lychees? The fresh fruit is much more pleasant than the tinned variety. They are small fruit about the size of a walnut. On the outside is rough and robust skin, which might lead you think it wasn’t worth opening, but when one peels it, inside is a soft, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Business As Usual

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 2, 2009

A brief look at the days of Noah and their relevance to the present day

"Business As Usual" (The Days of Noah) "As it was in the Days of Noah, so shall it also be in the days of the Son of man. They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noah entered into ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Remembrance Sunday Brooksby 2009

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 8, 2009

God is a "present help in trouble" Ps 46.1

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble (Ps 46:1) Committed Christians over the centuries have paid an important role in our armed forces. They have prayed for their country and they have been leaders in the forefront of battle. One such Christian was Lt. General Sir ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

The King Of The Jews

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 28, 2002

The whole point of the book of Matthew is to present Jesus as King.

When anyone was to be crucified, under Roman law, they were marched through as many streets as possible on the way to the place of execution in order that the people might see the victim. In front of the victim there was a man who carried a placard. On the placard was written the crime for which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:38

Denomination: Pentecostal