Sermons on Clarity:

Standing In The Freedom Of The Gospel:only One Gospel

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 23, 2014

Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: Only One Gospel

Standing in the Freedom of the Gospel: Only One Gospel Galatians 1:6-10 As I have said, Galatians is divided into three sections. In the first two chapters Paul defends his apostleship; in three and four he defends the gospel; and in the last two chapters he defends our liberty in the gospel. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Greatest Command 2: Hear, And Now! Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 2, 2014

The "Shema" (Deuteronomy 6.4) is packed full of meaning and depth. No wonder Jesus quotes it in regard to the greatest command! In this lesson we consider God speaking and whether or not we are listening (i.e., obeying).

1. Hold Up the Light The famous Eddystone lighthouse off the coast of Cornwall, England, was first built in a fanciful way, by the learned and eccentric Winstanley. On its sides he put various boastful inscriptions. He was very proud of his structure, and from his lofty balcony used boldly to defy ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Office Of The Evangelist

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 15, 2013

The ministry of the evangelist is one of the five perfecting ministries God gave to men so that Christians may come to spiritual maturity. Apostles, prophets, teachers, evangelists, and pastors are the governing body of the church. The office or ministry

The Office of the Evangelist Ephesians 4:11-16 - And He Himself gave some to be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, and some pastors and teachers, for the equipping of the saints for the work of ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ, till we all come to the unity of the faith ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Charismatic

Listen And Reflect

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 12, 2024

A sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, Year B

February 11, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 9:2-9 Listen and Reflect Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today is Transfiguration Sunday. It’s the final Sunday in the season of Epiphany. The reading for this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Lutheran

A Night With The Shepherds

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 19, 2024

Let's spend a night with the Shepherds while they are tending to their sheep.

“A Night With The Shepherds” Luke 2:8-16 Introduction: Luke 2:8-9 “And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. 9 And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

Love Of Neighbor 2 (Deuteronomy 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2025

Does our idea of love of neighbor differ greatly from God's? Let's begin in Deuteronomy 22.

Does love of neighbor include such diverse things as their possessions, gender clarity, caring for birds, workplace safety, not mixing things, reminders and sexual relations? Do our ideas of loving our neighbor differ greatly from God's? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 22. Does the love of our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Emeralds Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 16, 2025

Emeralds are defined as a brittle gemstone and a variety of the mineral beryl.

Leatrice Eiseman, a female American color specialist, author and educator once remarked: “The most abundant hue in nature, the human eye sees more green than any other color in the spectrum, as it has throughout history, multifaceted emerald continues to sparkle and fascinate. Symbolically, emerald ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:13, John 1:3, Lamentations 4:7, Song of Songs 5:14

Spending Quiet Time With God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025

Spending quiet time with God is an essential practice for every believer. It is during these times of stillness and solitude that we can draw near to God, seek His presence, hear His voice, and strengthen our relationship with Him.

SPENDING QUIET TIME WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." Supporting Texts: Psalm 63:1, Isaiah 40:31, Matthew 6:6, Mark 1:35, James 4:8 INTRODUCTION: Spending ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Psalm 63:1, Isaiah 40:31, Matthew 6:6, Mark 1:35, James 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Presumption And Partial Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

One of the greatest dangers in leadership is stepping ahead of God—acting out of pressure rather than patience, and making decisions out of fear rather than faith.

PRESUMPTION AND PARTIAL OBEDIENCE – WHEN KINGS WALK AHEAD OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13, 1 Samuel 14 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5–7, Ecclesiastes 8:6, 1 Samuel 15:22–23, Isaiah 30:1, Hebrews 10:36 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest dangers in leadership is stepping ahead ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come, See

Contributed by James Sulton on May 3, 2006

An invitation to come see Jesus

Matthew 28:5-8 Come, See James Sulton The great invitation of God is to come and see Jesus. The Bible, the Word of God is the most revealing of all books in the world. It invites us, with vivid clarity to come see Jesus. I. COME SEE HIM IN THE MANGER. A. His birth was prophesied. Unto us a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Walk With God Reach Their Destination. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 18, 2024

Enoch is described as one who walked with God.

Life is a journey filled with twists and turns, uncertainties and challenges. But for those who walk with God, the path becomes clearer, and the journey becomes more purposeful. The Bible reminds us that God is our constant companion, our guide, and our protector. In this article, we will explore ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 22, 2002

When we come face to face with the ascension of Jesus Christ, our lives are changed.

“THE ASCENSION OF JESUS CHRIST” Acts 1:9-11 April 14, 2002—FBC, Richland In one of the Calvin and Hobbes cartoon strips, Calvin and Hobbes are lying under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day. Calvin, the hyperactive little boy, asks, “What if there is no heaven? What if this is all we get?” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Where Vision Starts" Series

Contributed by Paul Atwater on Jun 26, 2004

This first Sunday of the year challenge was designed to remind members of the reason why our church exists.

Text: MT 22:36-40. 22:18-20 Title: “Where Vision Starts ” Date: January 4, 2004 Series: VISION & VALUES – 1 Intro: A golfer’s errant shot ended up on an ant hill. So he found the ball, squared up, took a big swing – and missed. Thousands of innocent ants were killed. Then the golfer took ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Vision, Spit, Understanding And Empowerment!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 25, 2013

What is it that vision brings, how are we able to clarify the situation and be empowered. Hopefully this sermon brings some understanding to this.

Mark 8:22-27 They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him.23 He took the blind man by the hand and led him outside the village. When he had spit on the man’s eyes and put his hands on him, Jesus asked, “Do you see anything?” 24 He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-27, Matthew 21:31-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Overlooked Importance Of Chastisement

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Jun 15, 2004

This life-changing message will surely guide us to understand the purpose of chastisement.

Sometimes we miss many important and profitable things in life when we overlook their values and the great advantages they offer to us. Chastisement is a very good example of what we are talking about. There is always the tendency for a believer to despise the chastening of the Lord. Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-11

Denomination: Baptist