Sermons on Better Promises:

Humility And Service Are The Path To Blessing (John 13:1-20) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 12, 2022

When Jesus washes his disciples' feet, he is teaching them a better, higher, way to live. "Know" what Jesus teaches, and "do" it, and you will be blessed.

To start this morning, let's turn to John 13:1-4. In the Greek, this is a single, complex sentence. Let's read it as a whole, and then work through it more slowly: (1) Now, before the feast of the Passover, Jesus, knowing that his hour had come, that he would depart from this world ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Let The Lord Exalt You

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 31, 2013

“Do not put yourself forward in the king's presence or stand in the place of the great, for it is better to be told, “Come up here,” than to be put lower in the presence of a noble” Pr. 25:6-7.

Theme: Let the Lord exalt you Text: Pr. 25:6-7; Heb. 13:1-8; Lk. 14:1-14 The first sin in the history of the universe was the result of pride. Pride believes in doing things one’s own way and it was pride that made Satan declare “I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Heaven Is A Concert Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 24, 2013

Heaven is all about harmony, unity, a place where divisions will be past and we will be one Body. Heaven is a symphony where each movement is better than the one before. "You ain't heard nothin' yet!"

What’s the best concert you’ve ever been to? I have several: I remember going to Lincoln Center to hear the NY Philharmonic perform Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto #2. Seeing Paul McCartney in Frankfurt, Germany was quite an experience. Wynton Marsalis playing jazz in San ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:8-14

Denomination: Congregational

Obstacles To Restoration

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025

Restoration is God’s promise, but certain spiritual, emotional, and behavioural barriers can hinder or delay its manifestation in a believer’s life.

OBSTACLES TO RESTORATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 3:22 Key Verse: “Return, ye backsliding children, and I will heal your backslidings. Behold, we come unto thee; for thou art the LORD our God.” (Jeremiah 3:22) Supporting Texts: Hosea 14:1-2, Isaiah 59:1-2, James 4:7, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Father Abraham

Contributed by Kimberly Belken on Aug 23, 2020

The faith of Abraham made him righteous. Through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus, our faith makes us righteous and leads us to trust in God and God's promises. We never know what these promises will mean for us, but we can know that God works them together for our good.

Father Abraham had many sons And many sons had Father Abraham I am one of them And so are you So, let’s all praise the Lord I know our Sunday School kids know that song and perhaps some of you do as well. In fact, it is probably the most well-known song and story about the great patriarch Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6, Luke 3:8, Romans 4:13-25

Denomination: Lutheran

What Will You Believe? (Easter 2025)

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 20, 2025

Today's big question is: "What does the Good News that He is (truly) alive mean to YOU?" It is something we all have to grapple with, and there is no better time than Easter Sunday!

What will you believe? (Easter 2025) Mark 16:1-7 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you have chosen to be here today! -- Prayerfully, you’re AWAKE and CELEBRATING that HE IS ALIVE!! -- That was the intention of a little more pep in our music – did it work? - This morning, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Birth Of The Church And The Gift Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Stan Lobin on Jun 26, 2019

The birth of the Christian Church was ushered in by the promised gift of the Holy Spirit through whom our lives will transform and empower us to transform the world

The Gift of the Spirit and the Birth of the Church In the old traditional culture, the word of God was passed on to the next generation from parents to children through the telling of stories. These stories were told to ensure the important messages from God did not die with the older generations. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

A Life Transformed By The Lamb Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jan 2, 2008

Simon was a very impetuous man. He was unstable, impulsive, spontaneous. Sinking Sand. It was Simon who followed Jesus for 3 years then denied Him 3 times. Shifting sands. He promised “though all forsake you Jesus, I never will” and then he promised the l

John Hiebert was a bank robber. It is said that he had robbed more than 30 banks in his lifetime before getting caught and put into prison. In prison he became a Christian simply through reading one of the prison Bibles and submitting to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. One day he wrote to his mother. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unstoppable By Storms Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025

Jesus never promised a storm-free life, but He did promise His abiding presence through every situation. Storms may test our faith, but they also reveal the authority of Christ in us. You can live an unstoppable life, even when surrounded by contrary winds.

UNSTOPPABLE BY STORMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:35-41 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2; Psalm 46:1-3; 2 Corinthians 4:8-9; Acts 27:21-25; Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of storms—unexpected trials, opposition, and shaking moments that try to stop your forward movement. These ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Is My Beauty?

Contributed by Godwin Tam Brisibe on Aug 19, 2011

There are times when we ask questions becuase the promises of God has not been fultilled in our lives, and there is nothing wrong in asking questions.

Isaiah 61:1-4 1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted , to proclaim liberty to the captives , and the opening of the prison to them that are bound ; 2 To proclaim the acceptable ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holiday Anxiety PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Encourages finding peace and joy amidst the holiday season's busyness, by focusing on God's promises and casting off anxiety through prayer and thanksgiving.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here, as we do each week, in fellowship and faith. We come together, in this sacred space, to share in the Word of God. Today, we turn to Philippians, the fourth chapter, verses six through eight. Let us hear the words of the Apostle Paul: "Do not be anxious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Topics: Anxiety, Holidays

The Church In The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Feb 3, 2019

The wilderness journey of Israel is compared to the journey of God's church as we fight with sorrows and sins on our way to the heavenly promised land.

The Life of Moses Sermon 17 Bible Studies in Numbers-Chapter 1 Num. 1:1; Ex. 13:17-18; I Cor. 10:5-6 THE CHURCH IN THE WILDERNESS The land of Canaan was a two weeks’ journey from Egypt, 150 miles up the coastal King’s Highway, where armies and merchant traders had traveled for hundreds of years. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:17, 1 Corinthians 10:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Minimalism

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 14, 2003

We often try to get away with putting forth the least effort possible in order to achieve the greatest results. But this is far from a Biblical concept. God has a better idea in mind, as he has already shown in Christ.

Passage: 1 Peter 1:13-21 Intro: One of the most prevalent tendencies among human beings is our desire expend as little effort as possible to achieve our goals. 1. weight loss without diet or exercise, pill. 2. destroy Iraqi regime in a week. 3. “what do I need to do to pass this course” 4. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of God's Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power and promise of God's Word, emphasizing its living, active nature and its ability to deeply impact our lives.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, fellow sojourners in this grand adventure we call faith, I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to stand before you today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as family, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it remarkable ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Topics: Power, God's Word

16 Pentecost A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 12, 2002

For life in the church, Jesus gives us a process and promise to help us deal with conflict so that others may see Jesus clearly.

16 Pentecost A Matthew 18:15-20 8 Sept.2002 Rev. Roger Haugen In my final year of university at Camrose Lutheran College, I was in charge of one of the dorms. There was one guy determined to get my goat. He was always at the centre of disturbances, always living just over the edge of the dorm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran