Sermons on Bloom Where You Are Planted:

Sermon On Brighter Days

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 1, 2024

As we enter the dawn of a new year, our thoughts may primarily turn to elements of hope.

Guy Finley, an American writer and philosopher once remarked: “Our greatest strength isn't our ability to imagine brighter days ahead, it is that we are empowered - in every present moment - to effortlessly dismiss any dark thought or feeling that, left unattended, diminishes our happiness.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7, Acts 1:8, John 3:19, Matthew 16:26

Fearless Giving Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 16, 2023

The third sermon in a 4-part stewardship series. This week's focus is on stewardship of our giving.

October 15, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Stewardship Sermon – Week Three 1 Kings 17:1-16; Luke 21:1-4 Fearless Giving Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our fall stewardship theme is “Fearless Generosity.” As ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16, Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Priestly Offering Instructions (Leviticus 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 1, 2024

How were the priests to offer various sacrifices? Let's look at Leviticus 6.

Were there further details for the priests in regard to the offerings? What great lessons did the offerings provide? How did they prepare for the greatest sacrifice of all? Let’s look at Leviticus 6. What other kinds of sin would require a guilt or reparation offering? And the Lord spake unto ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Sun Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025

This message unveils Jesus as the Sun of Righteousness, bringing divine light, guidance, and healing to all who place their faith in Him.

JESUS THE SUN OF RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 4:2 Key Verse: “But unto you that fear my name shall the Sun of righteousness arise with healing in his wings; and ye shall go forth, and grow up as calves of the stall.” — Malachi 4:2 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1-3; ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Hope Of Glory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025

This message unveils Jesus as the Hope of Glory, dwelling within every believer to bring transformation, purpose, and eternal promise.

JESUS THE HOPE OF GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 1:27 Key Verse: “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” — Colossians 1:27 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11; Galatians 2:20; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 29, 2025

Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Returnees (Ezra 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 2, 2025

Return to our Shepherd?

Does a return home of former captives relate to repentance and returning to God? Let’s look at Ezra 8. Who came up with Ezra from Babylon to Jerusalem? These are the family heads and those registered with them who came up with me from Babylon during the reign of King Artaxerxes: of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving Yesterday To Secure Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 4, 2026

A clarion call to intentionally let go of the past in order to fully embrace God’s future and fulfil destiny.

LEAVING YESTERDAY TO SECURE TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Key Verse: “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Birthright

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 2, 2025

The story of Esau is one of the saddest story in the Bible. It is also a timely reminder to all of us of what will happen if we chose sensuality over spirituality.

INTRODUCTION One of the saddest figures in the Bible is of a man named Esau. Esau and Jacob were promised children. The mother Rebecca was barren so the father, Isaac pleaded to God and his prayer was answered (Gen 25:21). Esau was the firstborn son of Isaac and Rebekah and the twin brother of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:29-34

Responding To Rejection And Hostility Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

Rejection, especially after genuine efforts to do good, can be deeply painful. But 2 Samuel 10 shows us that our response matters more than the offence itself.

RESPONDING TO REJECTION AND HOSTILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:44, Psalm 35:1, Isaiah 54:17, Proverbs 26:4-5 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 10 presents a significant lesson in how acts of kindness can be misinterpreted and even met ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 10:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Last Words Of A Warrior Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025

2 Samuel 23 is a chapter of legacy, loyalty, and leadership.

LAST WORDS OF A WARRIOR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 23:1-39 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:37, Ecclesiastes 7:8, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Hebrews 11:32-34, Matthew 25:21 INTRODUCTION: As David’s life draws to a close, 2 Samuel 23 opens with his final inspired words—a reflection on God’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The World But Not Of The World: The Christian’s Calling

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

The Christian is called to live as a representative of God's kingdom while navigating a corrupt and decaying society.

IN THE WORLD BUT NOT OF THE WORLD: THE CHRISTIAN’S CALLING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:14-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17, Philippians 2:14-16, James 4:4, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with moral confusion, spiritual compromise, and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Securing The Throne Through Wisdom And Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter teaches us that godly leadership must be built on wisdom, obedience, and strategic decision-making. It is not enough to be anointed; to preserve what God has given, a leader must walk in spiritual sensitivity, boldness, and careful stewardship.

SECURING THE THRONE THROUGH WISDOM AND OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 2:1-46 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7; Deuteronomy 17:18-20; Joshua 1:8-9; Psalm 1:1-3; Ecclesiastes 8:5 INTRODUCTION: As David approached the end of his life, he called Solomon to his side and gave him ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing For A God-Honouring Project Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

This chapter is a powerful reminder that every divine assignment must be approached with diligence, prayerful preparation, and a heart that seeks to glorify God—not self.

PREPARING FOR A GOD-HONOURING PROJECT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 5:1-18 Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 28:9-10; Exodus 25:8-9; Luke 14:28-30; Proverbs 16:3; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 5 marks a significant shift in Solomon’s reign. With his kingdom established and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 5:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Shuts The Heavens To Speak To A Nation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 17 shows us that in times of spiritual and economic famine, God is never without a voice or a plan. Elijah's boldness, the widow’s obedience, and God's miracles remind us that we serve a God who speaks, provides, tests, and resurrects.

WHEN GOD SHUTS THE HEAVENS TO SPEAK TO A NATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 17:1-24 Supporting Texts: James 5:17-18; Psalm 33:18-19; Philippians 4:19; Hebrews 11:6; Luke 4:25-26 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 17 introduces us to one of the most powerful prophets in Scripture—Elijah the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God