Sermons on Charity Edifieth:

Empowered: The Truth About The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Lester on Mar 1, 2017

As a whole, we as Pentecostals believe that the gift of the Holy Spirit is a way to bring us closer to God, but what does the Bible tell us?

(Read Acts 1:3-8) Jesus says that the power of the Holy Spirit would come upon them. We all know that, and we all know that he tells them to witness to the world. But when do we associate the two together? Many of us can quote, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:3-8, Acts 2:14-41

The True Spirit Of Independence

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 28, 2013

We don't need American Exceptionalism as much as Jesus Exceptionalism, that liberates the whole human person.

Over the last few years I have heard a lot of people talking about “American Exceptionalism.” That is a theme of commentators like Rush Limbaugh and Sean Hannity, but it is also something that many politicians on the left are drawn to–they want to make America exceptional by the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Catholic

Conversion Of Aeneas And Death Of Dorcas Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 27, 2021

Church growth has always faced with two events. One is the Conversion experience, and the other is the death of the believers. Little flock found with multitudes of numerous population.

Acts 9:32-43 Conversion of Aeneas and Death of Dorcas 9:32-35 Conversion of People at Sharon and Lydda 9:36-39 Works of Dorcas 9:40-43 Death and Life of Dorcas Introduction: Church growth has always faced with two events. One is the Conversion experience, and the other is the death of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Methodist

Blood And The Covenant

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 25, 2023

The old covenant in blood was sealed on Mt. Sinai between God and the Israelites He redeemed from Egyptian bondage. But there is a New Covenant in precious blood.

Saturday of the 16th Week in Course 2023 Ss Mary, Martha, Lazarus We should all remember that in chapter 6 of John’s Gospel, Jesus reminded the Jewish audience in the Capernaum synagogue that their fathers many generations earlier had eaten God-given manna in the desert, but had died. And then ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:3-8, John 11:19-27

Denomination: Catholic

A True Love

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020

On Valentine's Day everybody may be talking about love but do most people really understand how important real love is-to a marriage-to a relationship-to the home-to the Christian life-even to the church!

A True Love (A True Valentina) 1. Exodus 32:30-33 2. Philemon: 1.8-20 3. Psalm : 136 On Valentine's Day everybody may be talking about love but do most people really understand how important real love is-to a marriage-to a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:30-33, Philemon 1:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Much More Than Collecting Food

Contributed by Jeferson Tavares on Nov 8, 2020

There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history.

Much More Than Collecting Food Text: Psalm 41: 1-4; Lev. 25: 35-38; Deut. 15: 7-11 Introduction: There are countless examples of people who have been altruistic throughout human history. Think of some acquaintances. Mother Teresa of Calcutta, Princess Diana Diana, Princess of Wales (Diana Frances, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 41:1-4, Leviticus 25:35-38

A Well Without Water

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 14, 2022

The word of truth is the water of life. In which, it refreshes the souls that receive it. But those who deceive (false prophets/teachers) speak error because there is no truth in them.

The word of truth is the water of life. In which, it refreshes the souls that receive it. But those who deceive (false prophets/teachers) speak error because there is no truth in them. As clouds hinder the light of the sun, so do the false prophets darken counsel with words that have no truth. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Little Makes A Big Difference

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 8, 2022

God uses the little things over and over to do great and wonderful things.

God loves the Little Zechariah 4:10a For who hath despised the day of small things? 1 Co. 1:27 But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty; If you don't think God is ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Blessed End, Our Blessed Destiny

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 22, 2022

What a promise we share from the Holy Spirit

Saturday of the 34th Week in course 2022 Here in the last weeks of our Church year, we have been hearing the Holy Spirit telling us about our “end.” Yes, the use of that word immediately brings to mind the last judgement and the final days of the universe, but the Holy Spirit is more clearly ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-7, Psalm 95:1-7, Luke 21:34-36

Denomination: Catholic

Growing The Gifts Within Us SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Every Christian possesses the fruit of the Holy Spirit; we have to nourish them so they grow. These fruits are positive characteristics; gifts; we cannot manufacture them, and certainly cannot witness without displaying them.

Today, we will explore the topic of the fruit of the Holy Spirit. As Christians, we are all blessed with these fruit, but it is our responsibility to nurture and develop them. These fruit are positive characteristics and gifts that we cannot manufacture on our own. They are essential for us to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Topics: Character, Christian Life

Fish And Spit

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 17, 2001

Response to the challenge of God’s call from an unrepentant prophet, Jonah.

Jonah 2 “Fish and Spit: The Challenge in Jonah .” Can you imagine what it is like to be inside a fish like Jonah? He said in v.5 “seaweed was wrapped around my head” This is like sushi in reverse. All rolled up in seaweed, but thankfully not dipped in wasabi and soy sauce? Hey maybe that’s a ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Rewards From Men Vs. Rewards From God

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 3, 2005

Message discussing doing what is right for the applause of God rather than the applause of men.

Rewards from Men vs. Rewards from God Matthew 6:1-4 May 1, 2005 Introduction I heard about a man who went on a trip to Israel. He was about to enter the famous and impressive Mann Auditorium in Tel Aviv to take in a concert by the famed Israel Philharmonic. The man was admiring the unique ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

For The Love Of God

Contributed by Richard Sharp on Mar 29, 2007

We think of Feburary as the Love Month as a result of Valentines Day. This Sermon Reflects God’s Love to Us and It’s outpouring to Others.

For The Love Of God I John 4:7-12 Feb. Is LOVE month Valentines Day - What If Everyday was Valentines Day, what would the world be like Years ago, Back in the 70’s Coke had a tv commercial with a bunch of people holding candles swaying back and forth to a song whose lyrics are true today as it ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

My Father's House

Contributed by James May on Jul 30, 2006

Come and go with me to My Father’s House where you will find peace, joy and Love beyond compare.

My Father’s House By Pastor Jim May Many years ago there was a movie produced that bore the title, “The Wizard of Oz”. Now I don’t believe that we should be honoring wizards, and I certainly don’t promote Hollywood and the movie industry as a shining example of righteousness, but I see in that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Youth: On The Path To Good, Or The Path To Evil!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Mar 14, 2015

What the millennial youth go through in today's current world and how adults should encourage them to stay faithful as Timothy did.

The Youth: On the Path to Good, Or the Path to Evil! By Kelly Durant 3-15-15 1 Timothy 4:12 Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity. 2. They say you got to be young and dumb before you get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Salvation Army