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Sermon National Day Of Prayer - Be Persistent In Prayer

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 6, 2024

We must persist in prayer while dealing with unjust systems, prejudice, and hostility in our present world. What does the parable in Luke 18 mean?

Sermon – Be Persistent in Prayer Scripture - Luke 18:1-8 “One day Jesus told his disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up. “There was a judge in a certain city,” he said, “who neither feared God nor cared about people. A widow of that city came to him repeatedly, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 17:20-37

Denomination: Methodist

If You Trust God, He Will Never Fail You. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

In a world filled with uncertainty and unpredictability, it's comforting to know that there is one thing that never fails - God's faithfulness.

In a world filled with uncertainty and unpredictability, it's comforting to know that there is one thing that never fails - God's faithfulness. Trusting God is not always easy, but it is always worth it. The Bible reminds us that God's ways are perfect, and His word is proven. He is our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:31, Psalm 138:8

The Power Of Faith Made Whole By His Words Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 8, 2025

In the Bible, we find numerous accounts of people who experienced the transformative power of faith.

In the Bible, we find numerous accounts of people who experienced the transformative power of faith. One of the most powerful declarations Jesus made to a woman with a long-standing issue was, "Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole" (Mark 5:34). This statement highlights the profound ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:34

What Does It Mean That "Jesus Is Lord” Over My Life? Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Oct 16, 2025

The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” This declaration is more than just words — it’s a life-changing commitment.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN THAT “JESUS IS LORD” OVER MY LIFE? Pastor Joel Bernardino – October 16, 2025 The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” Romans 10:9 — “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:21

One Message Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 13, 2025

If we have believed in the Lord Jesus, it will show by the way we live.

ONE MESSAGE Text: Acts 20:13-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: Brennan Manning wrote: “If Jesus would appear at your dining table tonight with knowledge of everything you are and are not, total comprehension of your life story and every skeleton hidden in your closet; if he laid out the real state ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Anointing Of The Holy Spirit And Unlocking Its Purposes, Power, And Benefits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 7, 2025

In this Sermon, we'll explore into the biblical significance of the anointing of the Holy Spirit and explore few examples of its manifestation.

As believers, we often hear about the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit. But what does it mean to be anointed with the Holy Spirit? What are its purposes, power, and benefits? In this Sermon, we'll explore into the biblical significance of the anointing of the Holy Spirit and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13, Joshua 1:9

Lust & Grumbling (Numbers 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 13, 2024

What can we learn about lust and grumbling in Numbers 11?

What is an example of lust that caused Israel to grumble? Is such lust from the world or God? Let’s examine Numbers 11. Did Israel complain about their hardships and was God angry with them for it? Now the people complained about their hardships in the hearing of the Lord, and when he heard them ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Doing A New Thing

Contributed by Ralph Jenkins on Mar 21, 2025

Have you ever felt stuck in the past? Maybe in a pain, a failure, or even a past victory? Sometimes, we look for God to move exactly as He did before. But God says in Isaiah 43:19, “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?”

Sermon Title: “God Is Doing a New Thing” Text: Isaiah 43:1–19 Preacher: Dr. Ralph W. Jenkins Introduction: Have you ever felt stuck in the past? Maybe in a pain, a failure, or even a past victory? Sometimes, we look for God to move exactly as He did before. But God says in Isaiah 43:19, “Behold, I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Denomination: Baptist

When He Shall Come Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 31, 2025

Signs of Lord's return in nature, society, and Christian opposition.

A. WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? 1. Signs in nature, i.e., “There shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes” (Matthew 24:7). 2. Signs in society. Lawlessness, violence, sexual immorality, greed, selfish pursuit, pleasure seekers, rebellion, despair (2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:7, 2 Timothy 3:1-4, 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection & Ascension (Mark 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 14, 2024

Do we choose to believe or doubt? Let's look at Mark 16.

Who did Jesus meet after His resurrection? What will happen to whoever believes and is baptized? What did the disciples do after Jesus ascended to heaven? Are we continuing that legacy? Let’s find out in Mark 16. What happened after sunset, when the Sabbath ended, and the following Sunday morning ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Christian

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 18, 2024

To be called a Christian in the early church was not a compliment. We are to be different!

Marks of a Christian 1 John 5:1-5:4 Introduction- Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us this morning. If you would turn to 1 John 5:1-4 Read from Bible This morning I want to talk to you about being a Christian. This word has been abused and used in so many circles that most ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-4

Denomination: Nazarene

What We Make God Look Like

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 12, 2026

Holiness is not about impressing others, but accurately reflecting God’s character through our tone, reactions, and everyday faithfulness.

We care about what we believe, what we say, and how we live. We want our faith to mean something. We want it to be credible. We want it to make sense to the people who know us best — our families, our coworkers, our children, our neighbors. And yet, if we’re honest, many of us live with a quiet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Numbers 20:1-12, John 8:1-11, Matthew 6:9, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hope Is Here - Hope For The Underdog Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores how, like David facing Goliath, we can overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges through faith in God, and how one person's faith can inspire a community.

Good morning, Church. I want to thank you for joining us this morning for the third week of our series called Hope Is Here. We have been discovering all the ways that God brings us hope in the face of a world that is hopeless. The first week we talked about how Jesus brings us hope when we are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-50, Ephesians 6:12

Topics: Overcoming Fear, Faith In God, Community Believers

Sermon Series: Hope Is Here

S Is For Skylor

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 11, 2006

FUNERAL SERMON FOR SKYLOR BARRETT, 15 YEAR OLD GIRL KILLED IN CAR ACCIDENT MARCH 24, 2006

S IS FOR SKYLOR SHE IS A SMILE WE REMEMBER---AT BETHEL WE TAKE PICTURES OF EVERY EVENT. OVER THE YEARS SKYLOR HAS BEEN SO INVOLVED IN CHILDREN’S AND YOUTH MINISTRY. AS YOU LOOK AT PICTURES IT IS AMAZING, IN EVERY PICTURE SKYLOR HAS THAT GIANT SMILE. THE SMILE THAT STANDS OUT IN A CROWD. THERE IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Homeless No More

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 15, 2007

This is a funeral homily for a homeless man who had lived at a local shelter for 30 years before his death.

Homeless No More - A Funeral Homily Isaiah 58:6 "Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? 7 Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational