Sermons on Being Connected:

Profit From Brother

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 23, 2013

To show that we can also benefit from a brother when they do favors for us in connection with CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you profit from a brother? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we can also benefit from a brother when they do favors for us in connection with CHRIST. IV. TEXT: Philemon 1:20 (Amplified Bible) Yes, brother, let me have some profit from you in the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

He Is The Vine, We Are The Branches Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Feb 24, 2005

All Christians must stay connected to Christ and submit to spiritual pruning in order to bear spiritual fruit.

Who Is This Jesus? 14. He is the Vine, We are the Branches John 15:1-8 Main idea: All Christians must stay connected to Christ and submit to spiritual pruning in order to bear spiritual fruit. INTRO: Q: What sound does a grape make when an elephant steps on it? A: None. It just lets out a little ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hearing The Music Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 27, 2010

Make time to connect with God. Cultivate a listening heart. We need to seek God personally; no proxy.

John 8:28-29 So Jesus said, "When you have lifted up the Son of Man, then you will know that I am [the one I claim to be] and that I do nothing on my own but speak just what the Father has taught me. The one who sent me is with me; he has not left me alone, for I always do what pleases him." How ...read more

Scripture: John 8:28-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Justin Ford on Sep 5, 2013

A message considering who Melchizedek, how he is connected to Jesus and why he should matter to us!

MELCHIZEDEK (Internet links are to images which were later used in a PowerPoint presentation) •OK, let’s start off with a little Bible Pop Quiz this morning •Let’s find out who the Bible Geniuses are! Q: Who is Melchizedek? (Fade in 1 at a time) A.) Another name for the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:17-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus & Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002

This sermon explores Jesus’ connection with Melchizedeka and concludes that since Jesus is like Melchizedek, there is no reason not to submit to him.

Jesus & Melchizedek Hebrews 7 (Text read: 7:26-28) SICC 8/11/02 (Morning) INTRODUCTION: It happened many years before God had even created a nation out of His people. His people were still a gleam in the eye of an aging man named Abram and his wife Sarai. Abram’s nephew Lot was taken captive by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:26-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There Is Power In The Blood

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jul 5, 2025

The Blood of Jesus and the Communion Service that connects the redemptive power of the blood with the sacred meaning of the Lord’s Supper.

The first thing that I want to deal with is: The Power and Purpose of the Blood The blood of Jesus is not just a historical detail, but it is the heartbeat of our salvation. It is the crimson thread that ties the cross, the resurrection, and our eternal hope together. The Communion Service is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Supernatural Upliftment

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 7, 2025

While human upliftment depends on connections, skills, or effort, supernatural upliftment comes solely from God.

Supernatural Upliftment Study Text: Psalm 27:6 Introduction: Supernatural upliftment is the act of God elevating an individual beyond human understanding or effort. It defies natural laws and limitations, showcasing God's power, favour, and grace. While human upliftment depends on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brining The Bible To Life Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 16, 2017

The bible is meant to be a daily guide for life and connection to God, not a book to be pulled out once or twice a week.

1. Scripture, Appropriate I heard a story about a friend of the bride who was not able to attend the wedding, so he sent a card of greeting which was read at the reception after the ceremony. It should have included the reference 1 John 4:18 -- "There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 17:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Next Thing You Know Series

Contributed by Jeff Skinner on Dec 5, 2005

We must remian connected to the source of life if we asre to bear fruit and serve our purpose.

Next Thing you know Open with the song- If you have some teens consider having them ham it up during the song-illustrate joy/happiness Note: Several days before locate some kudzu or another plant and leave it somewhere that it will shrivel and die. Why is my Kudzu Dying? 1. No longer ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

"the Power Of The Holy Spirit: From Genesis To Pentecost"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jun 6, 2025

As we meditate on this passage, we will uncover the deep biblical roots that connect Pentecost with the foundational truths in Genesis.

Introduction My beloved in Christ, today we gather to reflect on one of the most profound moments in biblical history—the outpouring of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost recorded in Acts 2:1-21. This event is not only a pivotal point in the New Testament but also the fulfillment of God's eternal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Easter Is Suppose To Hurt

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Mar 29, 2013

This is a Easter sermon dealing with the pain of Good Friday its connection with the pain of Easter and the Joy of the Resurrected Christ.

Easter moves us from Friday to Sunday, from death to new life. Friday, in Christian reckoning, is a null-point wherein the power of God is defeated by the empire of force. But the church has found in that Friday shut-down the transformative work of God. It is a Friday truth that suffering love ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

What Kind Of Branch Are You?

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 15, 2003

1) THE THROW-AWAY BRANCH 2) THE PRUNED BRANCH 3) THE FRUITFUL BRANCH 4) THE CONNECTED BRANCH

JOHN 15:1-8 WHAT KIND OF BRANCH ARE YOU? (Please note that two illustrations in this sermon are taken from esermons.com) 1) THE THROW-AWAY BRANCH 2) THE PRUNED BRANCH 3) THE FRUITFUL BRANCH 4) THE CONNECTED BRANCH Now that the weather is getting warmer, more and more people are planting ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Through Prayer Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 20, 2019

Prayer is an act of our faith and demonstrates a relationship with the Lord – It shows we are connected together – it’s a natural reaction to a deep and trusting relationship with the Lord. Truth is when we are so connected to the Lord we cannot help but talk to Him and listen to Him!

Opening Video: The power of prayer – a baby healed! Series: Find joy in the journey through Prayer! Scriptures: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Matthew 6:9-13: “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, 10your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, Matthew 7:7-12, James 1:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Things I Don’t Want To Be; 1 Thing I Do Want To Be

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 20, 2011

I don’t want to be a backslider, a "castaway" or a reprobate, but I do what to be a disciple.

3 Things I Don’t Want to Be; 1 Thing I Do Want to Be Chuck Sligh March 3, 2002 Thanks to Bob Cook at Church at Grace Park, White House, TN for this sermon over 30 years ago when I was his assistant pastor. The skeleton outline was his; the meat of the message, including illustrations, is original ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Comes From God

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Oct 1, 2005

We may be able to quote the Bible word for word but if we are not connected to the source of power, we are nothing!

“THE POWER COMES FROM GOD!” Matthew 17:14-21 14 And when they had come to the multitude, a man came to Him, kneeling down to Him and saying, 15 “Lord, have mercy on my son, for he is an epileptic and suffers severely; for he often falls into the fire and often into the water. 16 “So I brought him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:14-21

Denomination: Church Of God