Sermons on Centrality:

Faithful With Much Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 10, 2022

The third in a four-part sermon series for a fall stewardship emphasis. This sermon centers on the stewardship of our financial giving.

October 9, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Found Faithful Series 2 Corinthians 9:6-11; Matthew 13:44-46 Faithful with Much Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Each week the popular PBS show Antiques Roadshow takes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Lutheran

A Life Of Gratitude, Proclamation, And Testimony - 1 Chronicles 16:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2024

1 Chronicles 16:8 offers us a blueprint for a life transformed by truth.

A Life of Gratitude, Proclamation, and Testimony - 1 Chronicles 16:8 “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim his greatness. Let the whole world know what he has done.” (1 Chronicles 16:8, NLT) What a joy it is to open the Word of God together. Today, we explore a verse that, although brief, carries ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:8, Psalm 100:4, Isaiah 12:4, Matthew 28:19, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of A Scandalous Message: Christ Crucified

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 13, 2025

This sermon unpacks Paul's deliberate choice to preach "Christ crucified" in weakness, so that the resulting faith of his hearers would be undeniably anchored in the power of God alone.

Introduction: The Pressure to Impress Good evening, my brothers and sisters. We live in a world that is enchanted by the impressive. We are drawn to charismatic speakers, to brilliant arguments, to polished and professional presentations. From social media to the corporate boardroom, and yes, even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit And Evangelism Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 25, 2025

The Holy Spirit empowers believers with boldness and courage to proclaim Christ fearlessly, even in the face of opposition, making evangelism fruitful and effective.

THE HOLY SPIRIT AND EVANGELISM – Boldness To Preach Christ By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 4:29-31 Key Verse: “And when they had prayed, the place was shaken where they were assembled together; and they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and they spake the word of God with boldness.” – ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Wholehearted Search: The Unbreakable Promise Of A Findable God

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 29, 2025

This sermon unpacks the glorious promise of Jeremiah 29:13, revealing that we are guaranteed to find God at the very moment our casual seeking becomes a wholehearted search.

Introduction: The Universal Search Good evening, my beloved brothers and sisters. Deep within every human soul, there is a search. It is a restless longing, a hunger for something more. We see this search all around us in our bustling city. People are searching for security in their jobs. They are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:13

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Offences And Church Conflicts Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

God desires His children to resolve offences with love, wisdom, and forgiveness, ensuring peace and unity in the church.

HANDLING OFFENCES AND CHURCH CONFLICTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Key Verse: “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.” (Matthew 18:15) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ridículos Por Jehová

Contributed by David Andrade Lopez on Oct 14, 2025

¿Que pensarías de una novia que en su boda se casa con su pijama favorita? Ridícula! Hay cosas que el mundo no comprende de las ordenanzas que Dios nos manda a cumplir y para ellos somos ridículos.

-Versículo Central: 2 Samuel 6:22 ¡Así es, y estoy dispuesto a quedar en ridículo e incluso a ser humillado ante mis propios ojos! Pero esas sirvientas que mencionaste, ¡de seguro seguirán pensando que soy distinguido! Existen los despreciados por: -hacer lo ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:22

Evangelising The Intellectuals At Athens Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 1, 2025

The gospel must be wisely communicated to every culture, reaching even the intellectual minds with divine truth.

EVANGELISING THE INTELLECTUALS AT ATHENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 17:22-31 Key Verse: “Whom therefore ye ignorantly worship, him declare I unto you.” (Acts 17:23) Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:20-23; Colossians 4:5-6; 1 Peter 3:15; Romans 1:16-17 INTRODUCTION: Athens was the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2. Zacchaeus Meets Jesus (From Rejection To Redemption) Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 24, 2025

One afternoon in Jericho changed everything for a despised tax collector. Jesus looked up into a tree and called a sinner by name. Salvation came that day.

2. ZACCHAEUS MEETS JESUS (FROM REJECTION TO REDEMPTION) Introduction The story of Zacchaeus shows the power of one encounter with Jesus Christ. This man lived in Jericho. He had money, position, and power. But he had no peace, no friends, and no hope. The whole town despised him. Then Jesus walked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, Luke 19:2, Matthew 21:31-32, Luke 19:3-4, Luke 19:5, Luke 19:7, Luke 19:8, Leviticus 6:5, Luke 19:9, Luke 19:10, James 2:17, 1 Timothy 1:15, Galatians 5:22-23, Luke 19:6, Revelation 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christmas: The Glory Of God Revealed In A Manger Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 14, 2025

Christmas reveals how the glory of God was manifested through humility, simplicity, and divine purpose.

CHRISTMAS: THE GLORY OF GOD REVEALED IN A MANGER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 2:6-12 Key Verse: “And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.” (Luke 2:7) Supporting Texts: John ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas Eve: The True Light Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 3, 2026

A Christmas Eve sermon for a service that includes communion and a candlelight "Silent Night"

[After the “Retooning the Nativity” video, available on Igniter Media] ] That video is a helpful reminder that many of the things we associate with Christmas are more tradition than truth. There weren’t kings. There wasn’t a grumpy innkeeper. Jesus wasn’t born on December 25. That kind of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Causes You To Be Remembered Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 20, 2026

God sovereignly intervenes to bring His people into divine remembrance, turning seasons of delay and obscurity into moments of fulfilment and elevation.

THE GOD WHO CAUSES YOU TO BE REMEMBERED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 1:19-20 Key Verse: “But think on me when it shall be well with thee, and shew kindness, I pray thee, unto me, and make mention of me unto Pharaoh, and bring me out of this house.” (Genesis 40:14, KJV) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3 Reset Your Priorities Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jan 26, 2026

In a world full of pressure, busyness, and competing demands, Jesus invites us to seek first the kingdom of God. This message looks honestly at what shapes our lives, why our priorities drift, and how re-centering our trust on Jesus brings clarity, peace, and purpose.

Introduction: What Is Really Shaping Your Life? Let me start with a simple question. If someone followed you around for a week — • watched how you spent your time, • noticed what drained your energy, • saw where your money went • and what you worried about — what would they conclude matters most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

God's Promises Are Yes And Amen PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

All of God's promises are certain and sure because of Jesus Christ, and even in our darkest hours, these promises shine brightly, giving us hope and assurance.

Good morning, family. We're diving into the Word today to explore a powerful truth that can transform our understanding of God's nature and His relationship with us. We'll be looking at 2 Corinthians 1:20, which states, "For no matter how many promises God has made, they are “Yes” in Christ. And so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:20

Topics: Yes, Amen

A Friend To The End PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To explore the power of friendship, loyalty, and faithfulness, and how we can apply these principles in our own lives.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into a powerful passage from Acts 16 that speaks volumes about the power of friendship, the strength of loyalty, and the blessing of faithfulness. Before we dig in, let's hear from beloved Christian author, C.S. Lewis, who said, "Is any pleasure on Earth as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Topics: Friendships