Sermons on City Of Refuge:

On To Perfection (Hebrews 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 23, 2024

Should we be stuck in the elementary principles of the Christian faith, or grow beyond them, moving on to perfection? Let's discuss this in Hebrews 6.

Should we leave discussing elementary Christian teachings and move on to maturity? Can people turn away from God? Should we continue to be diligent to the very end? Is there such a thing as a lazy faith? Let’s discuss this in Hebrews 6. Should we eventually move on beyond very basic Christian ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: A Great Man Who Never Spoke

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 10, 2024

First-person narrative of Joseph

Background to passage: And she sleeps…exhausted And I think…it’s so surreal…emotions As I look at this baby, the weight of responsibility What a mess I have made, and God chose me... Baby in straw, Son of God, Savior, Messiah No room, no midwife, no experience, no help Did I mess up the delivery? ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Isaiah 7:14, Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Shining A Light On Domestic Violence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 25, 2024

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world.

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world. It is a form of abuse that can have long-lasting physical and emotional effects on the victim. In many cases, domestic violence is not just a result of human anger or frustration but also a manifestation of evil ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Mark 16:17

Let God Arise

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Oct 17, 2024

There is always victory in Christ Jesus. Life is full of battles but once in Christ, crises disappears as God arises for his children. Darkness has no Communion with Light.

LET GOD ARISE Psalms 68:1 Let God arise, let his enemies be scattered: let them also that hate him flee before him. Our God is a man of war. He does not only fight his enemies, he also gives victory to his children even without a fight. He is the creator and owner of all things hence he is a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Neglected Salvation

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Oct 19, 2024

"How shall we escape if we neglect so great salvation" Hebrews 2:3 Salvation is often neglected by people who will not respond to God's grace. Even believers will sometimes neglect their own salvation by refusing to have a daily walk with the Lord.

Neglected Salvation Hebrew 2:4 Intro. The writer of Hebrews makes a great connection between the Old and New Testaments of the bible. His intended listeners are Jew. He reminds us to pay attention to the things that are important. Primarily our own salvation. To know that we are ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4, John 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

God Heals Emotional And Mental Sickness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing of emotional and mental sickness.

Emotional and mental sickness can be debilitating and affect every area of our lives. However, as believers, we have hope in God's healing power. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing of emotional and mental sickness. The Biblical Basis for Emotional ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3, 1 Peter 5:7

Actively Repent And Avoid Presumption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 1, 2025

We can stand under Gis mystery, His greatness, His uniqueness, and admire or adore Him. That’s the extent of our “understanding,” to stand beneath his Being.

Monday of the Eighth Week in Course 2025 This is one of those liturgical weeks that gets started in one direction and then heads off in another mid-week. Of course, I’m talking about Wednesday as the turn-around day, Ash Wednesday, which begins the universally recognized time of Lent. So we should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2, Psalm 32:5-7, Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Catholic

God's Creative Power And Healing A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 13, 2025

In the Bible, we find numerous accounts of God's creative power and His desire to heal and deliver His people.

In the Bible, we find numerous accounts of God's creative power and His desire to heal and deliver His people. Scripture assures us that God's Word has the power to transform our lives, including our physical and emotional well-being. Healing in God's Word The Bible declares, "By ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Joshua's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 22, 2016

Joshua’s Story and life reminds us that success in this life depends on obedience to God’s Word and a desire in your heart to become a God Chaser.

Opening Video: Joshua and the stones - Video Bluefish.tv Introduction: Over the last few weeks we have been sharing the power of the story! We have been looking at how a person’s life can make a difference in the eternal realm of God. Quote: Stories are powerful. Stories give meaning to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Divine Warrior

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 10, 2019

A study in the book of 2 Chronicles 32: 1 – 33

2 Chronicles 32: 1 – 33 The Divine Warrior 32 After these deeds of faithfulness, Sennacherib king of Assyria came and entered Judah; he encamped against the fortified cities, thinking to win them over to himself. 2 And when Hezekiah saw that Sennacherib had come, and that his purpose was to make ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Professional Courtesy

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 11, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Kings 20: 1 – 43

1 Kings 20: 1 – 43 Professional Courtesy 20 Now Ben-Hadad the king of Syria gathered all his forces together; thirty-two kings were with him, with horses and chariots. And he went up and besieged Samaria and made war against it. 2 Then he sent messengers into the city to Ahab king of Israel, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Judges Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 2, 2023

NASB, footnotes by biblegateway.com

Israel Oppressed by Midian 6 Then the sons of Israel did what was evil in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord gave them into the hands of Midian seven years. DO EVIL AND THERE MAY BE CONSEQUENCES. 2 The [a]power of Midian prevailed against Israel. Because of Midian the sons of Israel made for ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Simon And Simon Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 9, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 8: 1 - 25

Acts 8: 1 - 25 Simon and Simon 8 Now Saul was consenting to his death. At that time a great persecution arose against the church which was at Jerusalem; and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. 2 And devout men carried Stephen to his burial, and ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Have A Vision For New Life!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 24, 2002

I have a vision for new life-at New Life Community Church.

I have a vision for New Life Community Church! I am happy to present to you this day, a vision for tomorrow. Let us remember that 15 years ago a luminous cloud of light emerged on the scene in Amery. That cloud was the birth of a new church called New Life Christian Fellowship. We today, face ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Empty Promises, Feigned Concern

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 10, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Samuel 15: 1 – 37

2 Samuel 15: 1 – 37 Empty promises, feigned concern 15 After this it happened that Absalom provided himself with chariots and horses, and fifty men to run before him. 2 Now Absalom would rise early and stand beside the way to the gate. So it was, whenever anyone who had a lawsuit came to the king ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel