Sermons on Bishops:

It's Above Me Now!!!

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Apr 6, 2020

But you simply gotta turn it over to the hands of one who is above you, and trust that when you put it in the hands of the the one who is above you,,,,

Its Above Me Now!!! (Joshua; 6: 1-6,20) (*** Greetings and Protocol,,,,,,,) As,,,, we prepare our hearts,,, and mind to receive the word of God,,,, The prayerful takes hold of us and controls our daily living,,,, I wish that you would take a moment too bow and be in prayer with ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Apostolic

When Sin Entered In

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 9, 2019

Failure is something I, as well as all humanity, have grappled with throughout their life. Whether you want to give it a cute name like “fumbling the ball,” or call it as it is – “missing the mark,” they all declare the same thing in the end – I messed up. I have sinned.

VERSE DISCOVERY: Genesis 3:1-15 (KJV, Public Domain) Failure is something I, as well as all humanity, have grappled with throughout their life. Whether you want to give it a cute name like “fumbling the ball,” or call it as it is – “missing the mark,” they all declare the same thing in the end – ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Apostolic

"The Widow And The Unjust Judge”

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018

I believe strongly in prayer and in the power of prayer. And, I believe it is a part of our relationship with God where we can never stop growing in or do too much.

Introduction: Above the door frame of my front door is an elongated plaque mounted. Inscribed upon it are the words, “Handle with Prayer.” Every time you come through that door or walk around the living room, this visible reminder stands as a testament of what to do with everything in life: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Apostolic

Down In My Heart!!! 


Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018

You don’t have to have it. All figured out. Up in your head. You just be sure. You believe it. Down in. Your heart.

New Year’s Eve has a different kind of feel to it than other times that we celebrate during the year. It doesn’t have the hope of Christmas, or the joy of Resurrection Morning, the sense of reverence of Thanksgiving, or the national pride of July 4th...... It’s not really even like a,,,, like a ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Forgiveness

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018

Forgiveness is powerful. Unforgiveness can also be powerful: when we refuse to forgive those who have wronged us, we ironically and powerfully hurt ourselves.

Jesus often told people, "Your sins are forgiven." What a stunning statement. Forgiveness is powerful. Unforgiveness can also be powerful: when we refuse to forgive those who have wronged us, we ironically and powerfully hurt ourselves. Lewis Smedes once said, "Forgiving is the only way to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Apostolic

Trust God He Never Fails

Contributed by Bishop Johnny Causey on Jul 10, 2021

Summary: Many people in life today, say that they believe in GOD, and that is a good thing, for how can we be blessed with so much, and not believe in GOD. The problem I have is that so many believe in GOD but so many more don’t believe GOD!!

1. The CAUSE is UNBELIEF People just don’t believe GOD as the saints and ancestors of old, the average young person today doesn’t claim to believe in GOD, but a higher being. The don’t want to discuss the issue of Christianity and Christ but will say things against the name or person of ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8, Numbers 21:5, Psalm 118:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am

Contributed by Bishop Johnny Causey on Jul 13, 2021

To often in life, we as a people know everything, not realizing that if we truly took notice to what’s going on around us we would come to the shocking reality that we really don’t know as much as we thought. To put it bluntly, in reference to GOD and the WORD, we don’t know a thing!!

1. I KNOW: If we reflect on the Old Testament, we see that in Jeremiah 1:5 GOD said I knew you before you came from the womb, and that he will know us when we reach the tomb. GOD said that HE knows our thoughts from afar off before we even think them. Psalm 139:2 You see, GOD has known and yet ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

14 Feet Of Faith

Contributed by Bishop Johnny Causey on May 19, 2021

FAITH is a powerful thing, in fact it is one of the most powerful things on Earth, because without it, we could not have Christ. Today I want to focus on three instances of Radical FAITH. To me Radical FAITH is faith that compels one to do things you never imagined you could or would do.

14 Feet of Faith 5 GUYS Scriptures: Mark 2:1-5; Mark 5:25-43; Mark 5:(21)39-43 Faith is a powerful thing, in fact it is one of the most powerful things on Earth, because without it, we could not have Christ. Today, I want to focus on three different instances of Faith, radical Faith that is!!To ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Verses Common Sense

Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Mar 19, 2017

A Gospel Message to build and encourage one to use their faith

Faith verses Common Sense Text: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Hebrews 11:1-3 When we look at the word Faith and common sense we must realize they are different in comparison for faith is in the realm of the Spiritual and common sense is in the realm of the natural, you cannot bring the spiritual into the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3, 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

If You Dont Stand For Something You Will Fall For Anything

Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Mar 19, 2017

A message of encourage to stand firm and strong in the Lord

If you don’t stand for something you will fall for anything Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Galatians Introduction I would like to ask a question, What are you standing for? When we talk about standing we are speaking in the terms of belief or what you know is right in the sight of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fasting & You

Contributed by Bishop Emma Omon on Apr 22, 2017

An inspiring teaching on the purpose and power of fasting from the New Testament perspective. It also features a helpful guide for effective fasting.

A few weeks ago I received a call from a young minister of the gospel who wanted to know my view on the subject of fasting. He explained that he attended a Christian conference recently where the guest preacher got him confused about fasting. According to him the preacher made a mockery of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2, Acts 13:3, 2 Corinthians 11:27, 2 Corinthians 6:4-5, 1 Corinthians 7:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

From Garden To Garden

Contributed by Bishop Johnny Causey on May 22, 2022

The contrast between the 2 Gardens: One was a place of problems, and the other a place of prayer.

Eden First Garden Adam and Eve took a stance, but it was a stance of their will, one of Ducking, hiding from GOD; Dodging from the truth; and diverting the blame. In Eden, Adam and Eve hid from GOD when HE called to them. In today’s times we call this passing the buck. At this point in the first ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons From The Shepherd

Contributed by Bishop Farris Long on Apr 17, 2025

This sermon was written for a pastor's 13 year anniversary celebration at their church. But can also be used for a church anniversary celebration or can even be revised to be a general Sunday sermon.

Psalm 23, our text for today, is incredibly famous – maybe one of the best-known Bible passages besides John 3:16. It's written in a way that feels poetic and musical. But more importantly, it's a source of great comfort. People often read Psalm 23 when they feel desperate, depressed, or ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When The Elder Sins Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 16, 2014

Elders are to be honoured for their labour. However, elders are to be held accountable before the congregation to discharge their appointment in a faithful manner.

“Do not admit a charge against an elder except on the evidence of two or three witnesses. As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them in the presence of all, so that the rest may stand in fear. In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels I charge you to keep these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Deeper In Prayer! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 24, 2016

Growing Deeper in Prayer – Psalm 86 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON BODY: (1). When You Pray. • Come humbly (vs 1-2) • Come daily (vs 3) • Come intentionally (vs 4) (2). What to Remember. • God is forgiving (vs 5) • God answers prayer (vs 6-7) • God works miracles, (vs 8) • God alone is God (vs 10) (3). As You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Brethren