Sermons on Christ And His Church:

According To His Purpose

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 6, 2000

What is God's great purpose in us?

The 8th chapter of Romans sets forth some of the most profound doctrines of assurance in all of the New Testament. In it, Paul teaches that the indwelling Holy Spirit bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Orthodox

The King And His People

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 16, 2013

We are citizens of heaven right now. We don't have to wait until we die because our name was written down in heaven when we accepted Jesus as our Lord and Savior. Our place in heaven is reserved and kept for us by God, the Lord Jesus and the Holy Spirit.

June 5, 2006 "The Kingdom of Heaven" Lesson #1: "The King and His People" Text: Exodus 19:1-9 (NLT) Today we begin a series of devotions that I have called "The Kingdom of Heaven.". This series of devotions will cause you to think deeply about your citizenship and the realm in which you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Dead Hear His Voice And Live

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on May 9, 2021

The day will come when all the graveyards and all the cemeteries in the world will be emptied out. They will give up their dead, who will live again. And those who have believed in Christ will live forever with him.

The apostle John records seven miracles (or signs) from Jesus’s public ministry. Today we come to the seventh sign, and it is without question the greatest sign. For in John 11, the Lord Jesus powerfully restores the life of Lazarus. And it’s actually a miracle that we can relate to, in the sense ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When The Devil Knows His Time Is Short

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 29, 2025

This sermon explores the spiritual battle between good and evil, emphasizing that Satan’s defeat is certain and his anger is a sign of his limited time. It encourages believers to remain steadfast, understanding that increased spiritual warfare signals the nearness of Christ’s return and victory.

When the Devil Knows His Time Is Short Revelation 12:12 (KJV) Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time. Introduction – A ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:12, John 12:31, Colossians 2:15, Luke 21:25-26

Denomination: Church Of God

The ‘light’ Reflector Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 17, 2017

A study of chapter 1 of the Gospel of John verses 6 through 18

John 1: 6 – 18 The ‘Light’ Reflector 6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 This man came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all through him might believe. 8 He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light. 9 That was the true ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Ministry Of The Church - Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Sep 16, 2002

If you desire your Church to become more effective, then let’s follow Nehemiah’s example and raise the gates of ministry in each of our local assemblies.

The Ministry of the Church – Pt. 2 SHM – 1/6/02 - Nehemiah Series We must allow the Lord to raise up the builders in the local assembly for the ministry of Compassion, Cleansing, and Refreshing. By doing so, we will start seeing His blueprint for the church unfold before our eyes. Let’s do our ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

His Eyes Are On Us!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 30, 2020

I like the idea of a father who would allow his son to tackle something difficult on his own, but who at the same would make sure to be there if he were needed.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 1 Peter 3:12; Psalm 139:1-14 ILL. A little boy living up north was looking forward eagerly to the birthday party of his friend who lived only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:12, Psalm 139:1-14, 2 Thessalonians 1:11, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Isaiah 46:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Always On His Mind

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

"Always On My Mind" is a song originally recorded by Brenda Lee and released on June 12th, 1972, with music and lyrics by Johnny Christopher, Mark James and Wayne Carson Thompson.

• Brenda Lee's version had stalled at #45 on the country charts in 1972. • Elvis Presley first made "Always on My Mind" famous, reaching number 16 on Billboard magazine's Hot Country Singles chart in early 1973. • The song was also recorded by Willie Nelson. Released in the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-4, Revelation 22:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Tears In His Bottle

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 16, 2018

Further I understood, the people who left me where ‘chaff’ anyway, if not, they would have not left me in the first place. They will not fit into your life, your commitment and your walk with God. Get the lesson friend.

In His bottle! 2 Samuel 5:1”Then all the tribes of Israel came to David at Hebron and said, "Behold, we are your bone and your flesh.” Someone needs to hear this word today from the Lord, I was immensely rejuvenated and invigorated, I’m sure you would get the sprinkling of showers too! There was ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 10, 2024

Today we look at how the marriage union is designed to reflect/display the church’s union with Christ.

We are finishing up chapter five of Ephesians in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together. We started this section by looking at God’s vision of marriage, to display Christ’s relationship with his church (5:31-32). Then we looked at Paul’s instruction to wives to respect and follow their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:28-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Touched By His Power Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 15, 2018

When Jesus healed people "power went out from Him". This isn't the only time "Power" is spoken about as "coming out" from Jesus when He performed His miracles. What does that mean and what can it mean to us?

OPEN: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dW5OBrB4MRM (0:0 thru 1:52 - where the speaker begins to introduce next video) The video describes how chemicals are used to create the different colors in fireworks. How many of you knew that stuff? Isn’t that cool? All those beautiful fireworks on the 4th ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All His Time Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 28, 2025

What do you think is the most precious commodity wasted in most people’s lives every day?

Series: All His – Time Question: What do you think is the most precious commodity wasted in most people’s lives every day? The answer to that question: Is Time! Thesis: Scriptures address time as a divine gift from God and a divine element with seasons. It’s also noted as a human element that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4, 2 Peter 3:8, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By His Stripes-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 14, 2019

3 of ? The prophet Isaiah declared a future time when God’s Servant would provide the remedy for sin. Jesus is God’s remedy for sin. By His stripes I receive the Servant's...

BY HIS STRIPES-III—Isaiah 52:13—53:1-12 OR: God’s Remedy For Sin Attention: A ‘savant’ is “a person affected with a developmental disorder(such as autism or intellectual disability) who exhibits exceptional skill or brilliance in some limited field (such as mathematics or music).” *Kim ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13

Denomination: Baptist

When The Church Needs Intolerance Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 23, 2022

Many times churches become stagnant because of intolerance. They will not accept those different from themselves. That is why it seems surprising that Jesus himself delivers a message on intolerance.

Intolerance has a negative connotation. Many times churches become stagnant because of intolerance. They will not accept those different from themselves. That is why it seems surprising that Jesus himself delivers a message on intolerance. But when a church tolerates someone who teaches or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

His Ways Are Higher!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 25, 2013

His ways are higher! He would equip you well for the job!

His ways are higher! Isaiah 55:9 " For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts.” I desperately needed God to release help for me; with truckload of work, I had very few hands to do it. Top priority was one more ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:9

Denomination: Pentecostal