Sermons on Catalyst:

How Is Your Desire?

Contributed by Craig Benner on Mar 6, 2018

Are you guilty of going through the motions at church because you know it is what you should be doing, but your heart is just not feeling it?

DESIRE OR OBLIGATION Psalm 27 Marjorie Goff lived in the same apartment from 1949 to 1979 and only left her residence on 3 occasions during those 30 years. She suffered from agoraphobia. It is literally the fear of fear. About one in twenty Americans suffer from it to some degree. The psalmist ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Activating A Sustainable Prayer Life Series

Contributed by Era Eternity on Oct 29, 2021

Knowledge is a revealer of secrets. Seek true knowledge, for until you know you'll remain ignorant. Ignorance is a careless attitude of life. ...those who know their God - will be strong and do exploits..(Daniel 11:32b). Knowledge is life

Key Text: Luke 22:31-32 [31]And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. [32]But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.” _________________________ From our key text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:32-37, Luke 18:1, Proverbs 23:26, Job 22:21, Matthew 26:40-41  (view more)  (view less)

A Line In The Sand Series

Contributed by Tim White on Jun 19, 2009

Jesus presents an opportunity to choose. His message drew the line, fear warns us away, but it is up to our choice whether we follow Him.

* Remember, this man was born blind. * Jesus’ disciples asked the current-day riddle, “what sin caused this man to be born blind?” * Jesus said, “Not his sin nor his parents, but for the glory of God to be seen.” * Then Jesus spit, applied and instructed. * The man obeyed and could see. * Those who ...read more

Scripture: John 9:18-34

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Upon Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 24, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's grace in our lives, emphasizing its role in our salvation, spiritual growth, and guidance toward godliness.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I am so glad to be standing here today, in the warm embrace of our shared faith, to share a message that has been stirring in my heart. It's a message about grace - that amazing, life-altering, heart-transforming gift that God has so generously bestowed upon ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16-17

Topics: Grace, God

Committed To Church Attendance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Explores the importance of consistent church attendance for spiritual growth, community building, and mutual encouragement in our shared Christian journey.

Good morning, dear friends. What a wonderful day it is to be gathered here in the house of the Lord. Today, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a new perspective that will illuminate our path as we walk this Christian journey together. We gather here, week after week, in this sacred ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Topics: Commitment, Church Attendance

Keep The Smile PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

Explores the transformative power of a joyful heart and a cheerful face, as guided by the wisdom found in the book of Proverbs.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is always a joy to gather together in this sacred space, to lift our hearts and voices in praise, to seek wisdom from the Word, and to encourage one another in faith. Today, we are going to open our hearts to a message from the book of Proverbs, a book filled ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:13, Proverbs 17:22

Topics: Get Back Smile

A Time When Kings Go To War

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Jun 25, 2008

This message encourages men to get prepared for the battle of Mardi Gras

A Time When Kings Go To War 2 Sam 11:1 Introduction Beginning next Sunday night, we are going to begin to prepare men to go to war I want you to know that Satan is alive and well and there is a spiritual war that is always raging What is at stake? The souls of men, women, and children I want ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Practical Guide On Evangelism

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Nov 17, 2016

A soul winner practices kingdom investment

BIBLE STUDY CLASS TOPIC-A PRACTICAL GUIDE ON SOUL WINNING TEXTS- MARK 16:15-16, 1 COR 1:17; 1 COR 9:16, 22, ROMANS 10:14-15 INTRODUCTION- We shall begin with a review of last week’s study on the things that we are to do to win souls to the Kingdom of God which is the major duty of the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Prayer - Hannah And The Lord Of Hosts!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 14, 2017

Hannah was desperate. Her desperation led to a time of intense prayer. Prayer then lead to full surrender and sacrifice. Full Surrender and Sacrifice lead to Celebration!

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-18 Theme: Power of Prayer: Hannah and the Lord of Hosts! Hannah was desperate. Her desperation led to prayer. Prayer lead to surrender and sacrifice. Surrender and Sacrifice lead to Celebration! INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

What The World Needs Now

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

A famous lyric from a 1965 Burt Bacharach song says, “What the world needs now is love, sweet love. It’s the only thing that there’s just too little of; what the world needs now is love, sweet love; No, not just for some, but for everyone.” Thirty-nin

What the World Needs Now A famous lyric from a 1965 Burt Bacharach song says, “What the world needs now is love, sweet love. It’s the only thing that there’s just too little of; what the world needs now is love, sweet love; No, not just for some, but for everyone.” Thirty-nine years later, I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Day After Christmas Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 22, 2016

The Good News, Surrender, Unity, Spiritual Birth

THE REAL CHRISTMAS STORY - The Day After Christmas John 3:1-21 December 25, 2022 Introduction This year Christmas Day fell on a Thursday…and three days later we get to come together to worship, but you can still see all the lights and decorations. Maybe there's ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Does Gratitude Matter? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of gratitude in our lives, encouraging us to appreciate our blessings and draw closer to God.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today with hearts full and spirits high. The air is filled with a sense of hope, a sense of expectation. We are here to share in the Word of God, to find solace, strength, and wisdom. Our focus today is on a powerful passage from the Bible. It is a passage ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Topics: Gratitude

What Is Grace? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Explores the transformative power of God's grace, emphasizing its role in salvation, forgiveness, and blessings in our lives.

Ladies and Gentlemen, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our shared faith, united in our love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are a community brought together by an extraordinary love, a love that transcends our differences, a love that binds us together, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Topics: Grace, Abounds

Blinded By The Sign? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of faith in God, as demonstrated through Jesus' miracle of healing a blind man in John 9:1-12.

Good morning, dear friends. I'm delighted to be here with you today, to share in the joy and fellowship of our faith. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family, unified under the banner of God's love. Today, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, ready to embrace the wisdom that ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12

Topics: Jesus' Power, Adversity

Judas - The Voice Of Betrayal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

Explores the pain of betrayal, how to endure it, and finding God's grace and healing amidst the hurt, using Judas's betrayal as an example.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is another beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here, gathered in His name, to learn and grow in His Word. We are not here by accident; we are here by divine appointment. God has something to say to us today, and it's my humble ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47

Topics: Betrayal