Sermons on Captivating:

Our God Is Awesome

Contributed by Tunde Owolabi on Aug 25, 2013

Faith, Trusting God

Our God Is Awesome! Text; Jeremiah 32; 27 “Behold I am the LORD the GOD of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for me? “ Introduction; A couple of weeks ago a friend of mine posted on his Facebook wall a testimony I’m about to share with you; There was this Christian Soldier ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Chosen Generation Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Sep 16, 2013

As believers we are a chosen people, showing forth the praises of God

A CHOSEN GENERATION 1 Peter 2:6-10 Here is a thought for tonight; you can’t land a helicopter in a forest of trees. Here are some words to remember, Chosen, Royal, Holy Nation, Peculiar People, Darkness Light and Praise. I mentioned that you can’t land a helicopter in a forest, what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-11

Denomination: *other

The King Has Arrived

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 22, 2016

Jesus was making a public announcement about His identity yet they accused Him of failing to say just who He was.

The King has arrived! Matthew 21:1-10 Message: Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. For us it is an acknowledgement that Jesus is the Messiah, the Promised one of God, Emmanuel, the Prince of Peace. We can shout together “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is he who comes in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Proud, The Powerful, And The Squandering Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 26, 2021

Wisdom helps us recognize corruption, avoid corruption, and work around corruption.

The Proud, the Powerful, and the Squandering (Proverbs 29:1-4) 1, A little girl asks her father: "Daddy, what is corruption?" -- Go bring me a beer and I'll tell you. -- But mommy said you should stop drinking! -- Get yourself an ice-cream too while you bring me that beer. -- Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Does God Hate Sin?

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon.

Some thoughts I shared about God’s hatred of sin in a recent sermon. 1) God hates sin because it is the very antithesis of His nature. The psalmist describes God’s hatred of sin this way: “For You are not a God who takes pleasure in wickedness; no evil dwells with You” (Psalm 5:4). 2) God hates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:4, Revelation 6:8, Genesis 3:8, Psalm 16:11, Matthew 15:14, 1 John 2:11, Judges 16:21, Romans 6:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"your Cheating Heart"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Feb 16, 2019

Jeremiah believes its the heart that is cheating God and the only cure is The Balm "Jesus Christ".

“You’re Cheating Heart” Jeremiah 17:5-11 Hank Williams’ wrote a song called you’re cheating heart you remember The first two stanzas go like this: Your cheatin’ heart Will make you weep. You’ll cry and cry And try to sleep. But sleep won’t come The whole night through. Your cheatin’ heart Will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

Under Construction Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 19, 2017

We are all on a spiritual journey in which God is building us up. How do we respond to his work in our lives?

1. We are on a spiritual journey with God a. Each is at a different place: • Some are all in and have a strong relationship with Jesus • Some are just beginning the journey • Some are unsure and considering to start the journey • Some never intend to start the journey with Jesus b. God is working ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tested Concerning Fruit Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 21, 2017

There is always another test.

A. THERE IS ALWAYS ANOTHER TEST: GEN. 15:1-22 1. Scared. Abram had just defeated an army of four kingdoms. He might be afraid of a counterattack. “Do not be afraid, Abram, for I will protect you, and your reward will be great” (Gen. 15:1, NLT). 2. The Monday syndrome. We are vulnerable ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Stop Covetting And Be Content Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 3, 2017

A study in the 10th commandment.

INTRO: AG: It was the middle of the night. Keith Richards, guitarist for the Rolling Stones, had a musical riff playing in his head. He woke up, grabbed his guitar and a tape recorder, recorded the tune and then went back to sleep. Their front man, Mick Jagger, wrote lyrics to go with the tune. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Baptist

Babylon- The Woman On The Beast Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 27, 2022

This is the 11th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Babylon".

Series: Biblical Cities- Babylon [#11] BABYLON- THE WOMAN ON THE BEAST Psalm 137:1 Introduction: We are continuing in our study of Babylon. The city is the 2nd on the list of most mentions. Babylon is mentioned 286 times in the Bible. It means “the gate of god(s). Over the last few weeks, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1, Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Empowerment

Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Apr 7, 2019

The Lord will ransom and redeem His own.

INTRODUCTION Empowerment has something to do with ennoblement, resourcing, re-positioning properly for performance etc. Empowerment as a key component in human development takes place not only in spirituality but other areas such as academic (intellectual empowerment), economic (economic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Third Anointing Of David: King Over All Israel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 21, 2024

The LORD of hosts was with him. 2 Samuel 5:10.

THE THIRD ANOINTING OF DAVID: KING OVER ALL ISRAEL. 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 2 Samuel 5:9-10. After the LORD had rejected Saul from being king (cf. 1 Samuel 15:23), the LORD sent Samuel to anoint David (cf. 1 Samuel 16:1). The LORD had sought Him ‘a man after His own heart’ (cf. 1 Samuel 13:14), and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 2 Samuel 5:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dry Bones, Live!

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Dec 19, 2023

This sermon speaks to what God can do, but questions is we believe God will do. This sermon is a part of our 2030 vision for our church family.

Dry Bone Live! (Ezk 37:1-14) Intro: A. When a rich young man asked Jesus what he needed to do to be saved the end result was, “go sell all that you have, give it to the poor and come, follow me.” The young man went away sorrowful, for he had great riches. Right after that the disciples said ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revenge Or Justice? (Genesis 34)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 15, 2024

Do we seek justice or revenge? Let's look at a case study in Genesis 34.

Do we want true justice or is our motive really revenge for wrongful acts? Should we fight every wrong in the world or sometimes wait on God for justice? Let’s look at justice and revenge in Genesis 34. What did Shechem do to Dinah? Did he want to marry her afterwards? Dinah, the daughter of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Flute Player

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 13, 2024

Who are you going to follow to be acceptable to God? Jesus of course.

Follow the Flute Player Luke 7:31-35 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 7:31 “To what then shall I compare the people of this generation, and what are they like? 32 “They are like children who sit in the marketplace and call to one another, and say, ‘We played the flute for you, and you did ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:31-35

Denomination: United Methodist