Sermons on Capturing:

Robed In Righteousness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering God, as seen in Moses' radiance and Jesus' transfiguration, and its relevance to our Lenten journey.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in this grand narrative of faith. We are here, not as casual observers, but as eager seekers, ready to encounter the divine in a fresh and profound way. We are about to embark on a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35, Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Transfiguration, God's Radiance, Christ

Flowing From The Throne Of God

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

In the movie “Bridge of Spies” directed by Steven Spielburg, actor Tom Hanks plays a New York lawyer James Donovan is asked to defend Rudolf Abel of being a spy during the cold war with Russia.

Flowing From the Throne of God “Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church In Smyrna - Do Not Live In Fear Series

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024

This church was under great persecution

We are excited to be here as we are continuing our sermon series this morning on the seven churches found in the book of Revelations. Last week, we talked about the background of the church in Ephesus and we learned that they were a hard working church that were patient and did not stand for ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Peter: Man Of Commitment Series

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 26, 2021

7th in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Peter's great, heroic attribute of commitment.

INTRODUCTION A pig and a chicken were walking together one morning when the pig suddenly blurted, “I’m hungry! Let’s have some breakfast!” The chicken replied, “Okay. We could always have eggs and bacon.” The pig stopped, looked at his companion, and stated, “That’s fine for you! It only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:15-18, Matthew 16:13-17, John 21:15-19, John 6:66-69

Denomination: Methodist

Daniel: Man Of Purity Series

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 19, 2021

6th in the series Unlikely Heroes. Portrays Daniel's great heroic attribute of purity.

INTRODUCTION Years ago, when I was a teenager, a terrible storm surged through our area one night in southern Louisiana. Power went out that night, and we awoke the next morning to find the culprit. A large stately oak tree had fallen upon the powerlines. This tree was probably 10-12 feet around ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

How To Trouble, Trouble.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 21, 2022

A large or small trouble is like a pebble. Hold it close to your eye, and it fills the whole world and puts everything out of focus. Hold it at proper viewing distance...

How To Trouble, Trouble. Job 1:1-3NLT A large or small trouble is like a pebble. Hold it close to your eye, and it fills the whole world and puts everything out of focus. Hold it at proper viewing distance, and it can be examined and properly classified. Throw it ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-3, Isaiah 37:14-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Don't Do Distractions

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 24, 2025

As children of God, we are called to live out our faith continually, day by day, in a world that constantly pulls us in different directions and is always striving for our attention. At times we all live as if we have an unlimited time to accomplish our God given work.

We Don’t Do Distractions By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - John 3:19 says, “And this is the condemnation, that light is come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds were evil”. I like so many I am sure have found myself being drawn in by the news ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4, Philippians 4:8, Psalm 143:12, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Apostolic

The Letter To The Church At Sardis: Appearing Alive, But Actually Dead Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 15, 2023

Sardis was a large and beautiful city in it’s time, with powerful defenses that made the residents over-confident in their ability to defend themselves from invading armies.

"In an address I lately heard, the speaker said that the blessings of the higher Christian life were often like the objects exposed in a shop window, one could see them clearly and yet could not reach them. If told to stretch out his hand and take, a man would answer, I cannot; there is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

Speaking In The Tongue Of Heaven

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 17, 2024

When the Holy Spirit empowers a person to speak in his or her language—which we will hear in our mother tongue—the language they speak in is not their language but the tongue of Heaven.

What an incredible and ecstatic experience for the twelve Apostles, the Mother of Jesus, Jesus’ brothers, and other women to experience the gifting of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost. As Luke reports, it had been a dramatic event. While they were together, the event started with a sudden ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13, Acts 2:1-21, John 20:19-23, Mark 16:17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Dying Fire

Contributed by Charles Clary on Feb 19, 2004

This sermon looks carefully at a highly-trained missionary associate and his #1 problem.

THE DYING FIRE Text: II Timothy 1:6 It’s just about over for the Apostle Paul. He’s soon to die and he knows it. The executioner’s sword will flash and a great tongue for God will be silenced. The little tentmaker is about to meet his Maker. His own tent is about to be removed. He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping Our Head Above Water

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 5, 2003

No matter what the waters of life may hold or how raging the rivers may be, the child of God can rest in the promise: "I will be with thee."

KEEPING OUR HEAD ABOVE WATER “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.” Isaiah 43:2a WHEN YOU PASS… No one is immune from trials, tribulations, troubles and distresses in this life. These things affect us all. Jesus said: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Baptist

Making Room For God

Contributed by Daniel Chua on Sep 25, 2006

What Happened When We Make Room for God?

Three Reasons Why There Weren’t Room for Jesus 1. Too Crowded 2. Too Busy 3. Distractions How do we make room for God practically on a daily basis? Spend time alone with God. However, here are a few ideas: Talk to God - tell him how you feel and what you’re thinking about. Listen for his ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pick Me Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Part 2 in 4 part series on the Lord’s Prayer.

THE LORD’S PRAYER Part 2 of 4 “Pick Me!” Monday, August 08, 2005 Matthew 6:9b-10, “Our Father in heaven, hallowed by your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” 1. God includes us. • Were you ever picked first for anything? • I was left off a baseball team that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Can Trust The Bible Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 14, 2011

Propehcies that regains your trust in the Bible and the future

WE CAN TRUST PROPHECY Isaiah 42:8, 9 God tells us events before they happen (see also Isaiah 46:9, 10) giving us confidence in the dependability of prophecy. 2 Peter 1:21 Prophecy is not given as men speak on their own but by God’s Spirit. Amos 3:7 God reveals His secrets to His servants, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:19-20

Denomination: Charismatic

A Warrior's Song

Contributed by Larry Finley on Aug 7, 2008

A warrior’s strength is dependent upon who stands with him.

A WARRIOR’S SONG PSALM 124 1. Last Week Ps. 123 – Servant’s Song a. Our Traveler continues on to Jerusalem b. True Worship is always opposed b y satan. c. Ever noticed that when you decide to live for God – all hell breaks lose!?! 2. Regardless of historical setting – first vs. a. depicts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Baptist