Sermons on Breaking Yokes:

"I Am Thankful For What Is Truth?"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 23, 2015

The sermon shares what the voice of truth says about things it tells a different story.

John 18:34-38 “I am Thankful for What is Truth ?” It is the question Pilate asks Jesus after his examination and Jesus does not answer. But I want us all to know Jesus is truth. 1. Alan Carr says the following about truth We are living in a day when almost no one believes in ...read more

Scripture: John 18:34-38

Denomination: Methodist

Supernatural Advantages Of Believers (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2025

Every believer in Christ is positioned for a life of supernatural advantage. These advantages are the privileges and benefits that come through the redemptive work of Christ.

Title: SUPERNATURAL ADVANTAGES OF BELIEVERS (Part 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:1-5 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10, Philippians 4:19 INTRODUCTION: Every believer in Christ is positioned for a life of supernatural advantage. These advantages are the privileges and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Dangers Of Greed And Materialism

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

Greed and materialism are dangerous traps that can lead to spiritual decline, broken relationships, moral corruption, and eternal loss. True contentment comes from trusting in God, not wealth. We must guard our hearts and pursue righteousness over riches.

THE DANGERS OF GREED AND MATERIALISM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 12:15 – “And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.” Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Matthew 6:19-21, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Love Of Neighbor (Deuteronomy 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 7, 2025

How is love of neighbor very different in God's eyes to ours? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 21.

How did they handle unsolved murders, prisoners of war becoming wives, firstborn rights, juvenile delinquency, and hanging as a death penalty? Is human understanding of love of neighbor very different to God’s? Let’s begin in Deuteronomy 21. Was Israel to deal with an unsolved murder with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Warning Against Helping Toxic And Greedy People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 25, 2024

I want to write about a crucial issue that affects many of us.

It's a trap that appears noble on the surface but can lead to spiritual and emotional exhaustion. I'm referring to the danger of helping toxic and greedy people. We've all been there - wanting to assist someone in need, hoping to make a positive impact, and showing compassion. However, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Ephesians 6:2-3, Matthew 22:39

A Wedding Banquet Not Just Any Old Party

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 25, 2025

All Christians, by their baptism and faith, put on Jesus Christ. That means that like Jesus, we are prophets, priests and kings or leaders. That imposes a moral code, doesn’t it?

Thirteenth Sunday in Course 2025 (Year C) There are a couple of strange sentences in today’s OT reading that need to be clarified, so you don’t leave church today with question marks on your face. Now we should all leave our Sunday assembly with questions, but they should be queries like “how can ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-18, Luke 9:51-62, 1 Kings 19:16, 1 Kings 19:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Coose God And Eternal Life

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Jul 29, 2025

Know the truth

Prayer: Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. As each day goes by, it is becoming increasingly apparent to those with an ear to hear that “we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:20, 1 John 2:16-17, Galatians 5:21

Denomination: Other

The Great Invitation

Contributed by Paul Etterling on Jun 18, 2001

An exploration of the invitation that Jesus Christ issued to come into a personal relationship with Him.

25 At that time Jesus answered and said, I thank thee, O Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. 26 Even so, Father: for so it seemed good in thy sight. 27 All things are delivered unto me of my ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit Decision Analysis - Part 2 Marriage Series

Contributed by Michael Raisbeck on Aug 5, 2003

In Part 2 decision making in the arena of marriage is considered; important factors are:- " What Does the Bible say?", fasting, prayer and the art of waiting.

In Part 1 of this subject some important criteria to consider in making the right choices in the Spirit were touched upon. Once again for review they were:- 1. Search the Scriptures 2. Don’t be impatient 3. Persist in prayer 4. Fast 5. Wait for peace. As illustrations of Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:32-33, 2 Corinthians 6:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forty Days Later Was A Big Day!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 18, 2012

The Ascension was a BIG DAY in the church and Jesus is there with the Father in heaven on our team, looking out for us still. So are we living like he is?

Thursday was a big day in the life of the Church. I was in Wellington on Thursday learning more about Natural Church development which is a Church Health Survey that’s been put together by a bloke by the name of Christian A Swartz who will incidentally be in Christchurch in a couple of weeks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Frienship With The World Series

Contributed by David Moore on Jan 11, 2007

A look at the unhealthy relationship between Judah and his friend Hirah.

The Unequal Yoke Friendship With The World Aim: To show how our relationships with the unsaved must be tempered by our understanding of biblical Salvation. Text: 2 Corinthians 6:14 & 1 Corinthians 15:33 Introduction: Last Sunday morning we began a new series on the unequal yoke. We looked at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Everything To Prove Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Nov 15, 2005

Kings of Judah, Pt. 2: "Rehoboam"

EVERYTHING TO PROVE (1 KINGS 12:1-20) I have been teaching preaching at the seminary level since 1999. I enjoy seeing students master the basics, watching them develop their confidence and grooming them for immediate impact. Most teachers, however, enjoy one thing the least: evaluation. When I ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Get Off The Treadmill

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 8, 2023

A second look at finding rest for the weary.

Get off the Treadmill Matthew 11:25-30 September 10, 2023 The New York Times ran an article called "Happiness 101." They wanted to get to the root of what really makes people happy. A team of researchers concluded that Americans seek happiness in the wrong way. They concluded - - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Baptist

Second Hand Religion

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001

The need for a personal Savior

Second-Hand Religion If you grew up in a large family, you know exactly what hand-me-downs or second hand items are. If you grew up in the Depression Era, and you were the third son or daughter, your clothes might have been a bit threadbare after going through the wear and tear of two siblings. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-6, John 7:17, Revelation 6:15-17, Psalm 118:8, Matthew 8:5-10, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 24:23-26, Matthew 15:21-28, Matthew 15:1-9, John 7:17-18, Titus 3:9, John 3:3, John 16:13, James 5:14, James 1:5, Hebrews 5:12, Hebrews 4:10, Acts 17:10-12, Luke 10:38-42, Romans 1:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Effective Fasting Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 1, 2020

Fast when out of your despair, you feel totally dependent upon God.

One day, Kathy Cash’s husband, of Dallas, Texas, announced to the family that he was going to fast and pray. Ginny, their 5-year-old, had recently learned that fasting meant not eating. “No!” she shouted. “You can't fast! You'll die!” Her dad carefully explained that many men and women ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 9:14-17, Luke 18:9-14, Isaiah 58:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free