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Great God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 1, 2020

The Second Law was given to the new and younger generation who are prepared by God to enter into Canaan. Moses establishes YHWH as Great God, God’s characters and God’s demands are also recorded. Read further to know the disposition and imposition of God in our lives.

Theme: Great God Text: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 Introduction: The Second Law was given to the new and younger generation who are prepared by God to enter into Canaan. Though it looks like a summary of all that he taught over the years in the wilderness in fact, there are new things added to this ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22

Denomination: Methodist

Esther: Influence Series

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 16, 2004

We each have a God-given responsibility to influence the lives of others

Esther 4:1-17 Influence Woodlawn Baptist Church August 15, 2004 (Many of the thoughts and the main points from this sermon were taken from John Maxwell’s book, "Becoming a Person of Influence") Introduction I want to tell you all how good it is to be back with you this morning after being out for ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Expand Your Horizons: A Divine Mandate SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

You don't have to remain confined to your current circumstances. It's time to step into new territories and take dominion over them.

Greetings in the name of the Lord! Today, we will explore the powerful prayer of Jabez and how it relates to expanding our own territories. The word "enlarge" in this context means to increase, multiply, become great, and have authority. Let us delve into this topic and seek God's blessings to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Topics: Blessing, Expansion

Recognizing God's Call Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 30, 2015

In this message, we will examine the keys to prosperity and success that allowed Joshua to fulfill his mission of bringing the people to the Promised Land in spite of the death of Moses. How did he overcome his fears and allowed God's Word to guide him?

Scripture Reading: Joshua 1:6-9 6 Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. 7 “Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to the right or to the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Nazarene

To Follow Or Not To Follow The Prophet Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Our need to follow the example of John the Baptist.

Luke 3:1- 20 – To Follow or Not To Follow the prophet? Last Sunday night, we began to talk about John the Baptist’s message. We found out that people from all over the country were gathering to hear this guy. John had achieved a cult status and all sorts of people were coming out to hear him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Study Of Psalm 8 And 9 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 16, 2017

David was a man who suffered much; but his heart’s direction was clear: “Lord, you are great and mighty and deserve all of my praise and honor!” Can we say the same?

A Study of Psalm 8 and 9 Psalm 8 and 9 Introduction - Psalms broken into 5 books, covered an extensive time period - Gathered together as songs of praise & words of encouragement/warning - We are studying book 1, Psalm 1-41 … then will move to something else - There are psalms of wisdom, royal ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9, Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus The Hope Of Glory Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025

This message unveils Jesus as the Hope of Glory, dwelling within every believer to bring transformation, purpose, and eternal promise.

JESUS THE HOPE OF GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 1:27 Key Verse: “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” — Colossians 1:27 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11; Galatians 2:20; ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are You Doing For God And Humanity? (A Case Study Of Esther And Mordecai)

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 11, 2020

The story of Esther and Mordecai is a classic narrative of lessons for our generation on how to make it in life or how to make it in a foreign land.

“Mordecai the Jew became the prime minister, with authority next to that of King Xerxes himself. He was very great among the Jews, who held him in high esteem, because he continued to work for the good of his people and to speak up for the welfare of all their descendants. “Esther 10:3. The story ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:21-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Are You Doing For God And Humanity? (A Case Study Of Esther And Mordecai)

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

The story of Esther and Mordecai is a classic narrative of lessons for our generation on how to make it in life or how to make it in a foreign land

The story of Esther and Mordecai is a classic narrative of lessons for our generation on how to make it in life or how to make it in a foreign land. The summary could be that they served God as He should be served, they served their people, the Jews and God compensated them for their services. We ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Warning Against Enticement Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How are the disciple’s missing the point of how Jesus desires his disciples to live?

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. P: Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, C: but righteousness delivers from death. Proverbs 10:2 What is enticement to you? Enticement is probably more of a concept that you know than a word you are familiar with. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-27, Proverbs 10:2, Proverbs 1:8-19, 1 Corinthians 11:23-34

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bumps Are What You Climb On

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 28, 2018

The bumps/trials of life seem like things that hinder us and stunt us, but in reality, the bumps are spiritually the only way we can advance the inner life upward. Jacob's frequent troubles enhanced the overcoming nature latent within him.

THE BUMPS ARE WHAT YOU CLIMB ON INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Doug Scattergood told how he was deployed with the Navy in the Red Sea for several months. Finally he got the chance to go ashore in Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates. 2. He went to a pay-phone on the pier, produced all the change ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Believer’s Walk

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 25, 2024

How are we to live our daily lives? What is the impact of a relationship with Christ in the life of a believer? How does the Lord provide wisdom and guidance for the daily struggles believers’ face? How do believers overcome the adversities of life and attacks of the enemy?

The Believer’s Walk Ephesians 4: 1-6 As we come to the fourth chapter of Ephesians, it is evident that Paul has shifted his focus and is now ready to offer beneficial application for the reader. The opening chapters dealt heavily with theological truth and biblical doctrine. The reader has been ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Difficulty Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 7, 2011

This sermon focuses on the first persecution of the church and helps us understand how to deal with difficulty today

* When something big happens, new people come out (i.e, winning the lottery) * There’s both a positive and negative reaction when God does something big (he just did something big in the first church) * Jesus warned that persecution and adversity would occur (John 15:18-19) * Text: First ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Haman's Plot PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore God's sovereignty, faithfulness, and the power of prayer during difficult times, using the story of Mordecai and Haman in Esther chapter 3 as an example.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into the book of Esther, specifically chapter 3, and explore some deep truths about our God. We're going to examine His sovereignty over human plans, His faithfulness during difficult times, and the power of prayer when adversity comes ...read more

Topics: Providence, God

All The Characters In This Play.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 2, 2001

Year C. Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday April 8th, 2001

Year C. Sunday of the Passion/Palm Sunday April 8th, 2001 Luke 23:1-49 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor e-mail: pastor@southshore.com web page: http://lordofthelake.org/ Heavenly Father empower each of us here at Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church to develop the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-49

Denomination: Lutheran