Sermons on Candles:

Anxiety

Contributed by Roger Roark on Mar 23, 2016

Don't be anxious

ANXIETY Matthew 6:25 Do Not Be Anxious 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Phil. 4:6 do not be anxious about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Loved!!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

assuring transgender people that they are loved by God

(Transgender Remembrance Day 2004) May the words of my mouth dwell in the soul of your heart. YOU ARE LOVED!! Let me repeat that. . . . YOU ARE LOVED!!! This week marks the sixth anniversary of the Transgender Day of Remembrance Candle Light Vigil in Columbus. All over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:6-7

Denomination: Episcopal

A Life Well-Lived: Remembering Gayle Lamb Nash Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

homily for memorial service for Gayle Lamb Nash

Today we are here to celebrate the life of Gayle Lamb Nash: a daughter, a sister, an aunt, a wife, a mother, a grandmother, a dear friend and a member of this parish. Gayle was born on November 20, 1937 and was released from her pain on May 9, 2016. The birth and death statistics are always ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal

Sermon On The Mount: The Blessed Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

Opening Scriptures to the Sermon on the Mount

Title: Self and the Sermon on the Mount Theme: Text: Matthew 5:1-16 Matthew 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled. Matthew 5:20 For I say unto you, That except your righteousness shall exceed the righteousness of the scribes and Pharisees, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-16

Denomination: Church Of God

The Most Important Part Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Ty Silva on Apr 4, 2023

MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone!

Introduction 1. MERRY CHRISTMAS to everyone! 2. It’s great having the children here with us today! 3. When you think about Christmas: There are so many parts of Christmas – a. music b. parties, food c. decorations, lights d. nativity scenes, gifts 4. They are all wonderful parts of Christmas, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Salt, Light And Fire

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025

As salt, light, and fire, God has empowered us to make a difference in the world. These symbols show that Christianity is not passive; it is active, vibrant, and transformational. You are meant to preserve, to shine, and to burn for God.

SALT, LIGHT AND FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:13-16 "Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Ye are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joseph As A Role Model

Contributed by Petter Kringberg on Dec 12, 2022

A sermon for Advent 4, Year A

“Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary as your wife, for the child conceived in her is from the Holy Spirit” ? In Nomine + ? Joseph and Mary were, for lack of a more accurate word, engaged. Most scholars believe that Mary herself was around 15 years at the time. They didn’t even live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

Rediscovering The Wonder Of The Incarnation - John 1:14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 6, 2024

Christmas is a season where we celebrate the birth of Jesus. But sometimes, amidst the busyness of gifts, decorations, and gatherings, we lose sight of the profound mystery of the incarnation—God becoming man.

Rediscovering the Wonder of the Incarnation Theme: The incarnation of Jesus Christ is the cornerstone of our faith, revealing God’s love, purpose, and plan for salvation. Key Scripture: John 1:14 – “So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, John 1:14, Philippians 2:6-7, Matthew 1:23, Exodus 25:8, Colossians 1:19, Hebrews 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Genuine Article Series

Contributed by Scott Heine on Feb 27, 2001

Second in a series on the Ten Commandments, focusing on knowing God as he really is, not merely as we might imagine him.

Some of you have participated in “Twelve Step” programs at some point in your life, as part of your effort to break an addictive behavior. There are plenty of these programs out there — Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Sexaholics Anonymous, and more recently Internet ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sign, Sign, Everywhere A Sign Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 20, 2002

All churches have signs. Most of these are not literal signs, but rather unwritten messages that are communicated loud and clear - especially to people who don’t go to church.

The Greatest Place on Earth – Part 4 February 3, 2002 (For this message we had 6 signs made and I unveiled them one at a time. In our foyer we have permanently hung the three that communicate what churhes should. Thanks to Mike Breaux, Lexington, KY for the seed idea.) INTRODUCTION Play the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Young Converts Are To Be Treated By The Church Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 20, 2008

Many spiritual casualties happen to young converts not because they don’t have a mind to be saved, but because of the mistreatment they receive from church folk.

“How Young Converts are to be Treated by the Church” “Feed my Lambs” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: - John 21:15-17 “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, [son] of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Apostolic

Revival...biblical Style Series

Contributed by Hugh Laing on Jan 19, 2010

2ND in the Revival Series inspired by the Revivalist Leonard Ravenhill

REVIVAL … Many parts of this message comes from a sermon by Leonard Ravenhill. INTRO...WHAT IS REVIVAL? My dictionary defines it as a restoration to life of consciousness, vigor, and strength. And REVIVAL is our topic today...a BIBLICAL REVIVAL that recovers, repairs, and restores us ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring The Son Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 13, 2011

This sermon addresses the discussion Jesus had with the Jews following the healing of the lame man on the Sabbath, and how Jesus’ words contributed greatly to their desire to kill him.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles please open up to the Gospel of John Chapter 5.16. If you haven’t been here in a while or haven’t been here at all we have been going through the Gospel of John for the past 3 months so we should be through the book about this time next year. The book of John ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Raise Your Hands And Pray Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 17, 2015

There is a strong relationship between prayer and God's power over the church and our nation. When we raise our hands in prayer to God, the enemy is defeated. When we lower our hands, we allow the enemy to win the battle. The people of God must pray.

RAISE YOUR HANDS UP AND PRAY Text: Exodus 17:8-16 (NIV) " 8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. 9 Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my hands.” 10 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Nazarene

How God Speaks To Man Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

Be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is

HOW GOD SPEAKS TO MAN KEY VERSES: Be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is. (Ephesians 5:17) “My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:27). A. INTRODUCTION As we mentioned in the introduction of this series (knowing the voice of God), we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:15