Sermons on Conscience Made Cowards:

Being A Barnabas In A World Where Everyone Wants To Be Paul Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Sep 12, 2023

It can be overwhelming to think about the changes that need to be made as we look ahead to a post-covid world. Be a hero maker, be a Barnabas in a world where everyone wants to be Paul. I encouraged you to use your influence, skills, and gifts to encourage others and let them have center stage.

Sermon – Being a Barnabas in a World Where Everyone Wants to be Paul Scripture - Acts 11:20-24 “However, some of the believers who went to Antioch from Cyprus and Cyrene began preaching to the Gentiles about the Lord Jesus. The power of the Lord was with them, and a large number of these Gentiles ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:20-24, Acts 4:36, Acts 13:1

Denomination: Methodist

Understanding Who You Are Part #1 Your Identity In God

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 11, 2025

For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness.

Opening: - For far too long we have as black people (a term that by the end of this lesson I may not use, and you may choose not to use anymore) have been lied to, left out, belittled, tricked, bamboozled, made to feel insignificant, worthless, useless, and cursed by God with blackness. That’s not ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

The Sermon So Nice, It Got Preached Twice

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jan 5, 2025

Our Old Testament Lesson brings us Isaiah 61, a wonderful lesson which speaks of the Messiah coming to redeem God's People. Jesus made this the first recorded sermon He preached in Luke 4, telling the men of Nazareth that He is the Messiah Isaiah told about.

The Sermon So Nice It Got Preached Twice Good Morning!! We have a very special lesson from Isaiah this morning that I would like to dig into for my first sermon of the year. It’s good to use it as a first sermon, because it’s the text for the first “recorded” sermon Jesus gave. We can begin with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-2

Denomination: Anglican

Not There Yet, But I Have Moved

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025

Though we may not have reached our final destination, we must recognise and celebrate the progress we have made. Life is a journey, and as long as we keep pressing forward with faith, trusting God’s process, and growing spiritually, we will ultimately fulfil our divine purpose.

NOT THERE YET, BUT I HAVE MOVED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 – “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Genesis 12:1-4, Hebrews 11:8-10, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Job 8:7, Proverbs 4:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Nehemiah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Nehemiah’s life teaches us the power of prayer, perseverance, and godly leadership. He was a man who saw a problem, took action, and led with integrity. His unwavering faith in God and his strategic approach to leadership made him one of the most influential figures in Israel’s history.

CHARACTER STUDY OF NEHEMIAH – REBUILT JERUSALEM’S WALLS Main Text: Nehemiah 2:17 "Then said I unto them, Ye see the distress that we are in, how Jerusalem lieth waste, and the gates thereof are burned with fire: come, and let us build up the wall of Jerusalem, that we be no more a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17, Nehemiah 1:4-11, Nehemiah 4:6, Nehemiah 6:15-16, Proverbs 29:18, Philippians 4:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building A New Nation In Christ Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 1, 2025

“Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 3:13-14)

The theme for today’s sermon is building a new nation in Christ. This theme highlights the importance of the Lenten season and recounts the message of the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ. For by this offering He has perfected forever those who are being sanctified. (Hebrews 10:14) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14, John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

From Death To Life (Resurrection Power) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025

To move from death to life means more than escaping physical death. It is the miracle of being made spiritually alive through Christ. The resurrection is not just about Jesus coming out of the grave—it is about us stepping into a new dimension of living, filled with purpose, joy, and eternal hope.

FROM DEATH TO LIFE (RESURRECTION POWER) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:4 Supporting Texts: Colossians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:4-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20, John 11:25 INTRODUCTION: The resurrection of Jesus is not just a past event; it is a divine transition point for every ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Son Of Man

Contributed by Jim Keegan on May 6, 2025

God isn't a remote, ethereal being, transcendent and unfathomable--because Jesus has made him known. He's the life-saving mediator between God and the human race, who knows and loves us, and through whom we can know and love God.

[Read Scripture text.] Many of you have probably seen the television series "Undercover Boss," in which the CEO of a corporation assumes a disguise and works alongside their employees on the shop floor or serving customers. In that role they come to a much deeper understanding and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18, Hebrews 4:15-16

Is It Possible That Christians Are Not Sinners Saved By Grace - Part 1? Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 15, 2018

This is the first of three messages that will ultimately answer the question "Now that we are born again with God's life and nature and no longer have a sin nature why do we sin?"

Fifteen years ago I learned a simple truth from scripture. It’s a truth that explains why Christians commit sin after they are born again. It’s a truth that disagrees with a teaching that goes virtually unchallenged in the Body of Christ. The teaching I’m talking about is “I am a sinner saved by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Romans 2:13-15, Romans 3:20-21, Romans 5:1-2, Romans 5:10-11, Romans 5:12-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repent And Be Converted Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 29, 2020

To repent and be converted for the believers' sins to be blotted out” is the same promise as: “to repent, and be baptized, in the name of Jesus Christ, for the remission of sins." True conversion is only possible through faith and obedience to God.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Repent and be converted Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “Repent and be converted." This is the sixth lesson in the sermon series, "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Mark 4:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul’s First Prayer

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Feb 25, 2011

He then graciously removed his rebellious heart—gave him a new heart and a right spirit—turned his aim and object—led him to Damascus—laid him prostrate for three days and nights—spoke to him—made mystic sounds go murmuring through his ears—set his whole

PAUL’S FIRST PRAYER “For, behold, he is praying.” Acts 9:11. GOD has many methods of quenching persecution. He will not suffer His church to be injured by its enemies, or overwhelmed by its foes. And,,,and, He is not short of means for turning aside the way of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:11

Denomination: Apostolic

Is Grace A License To Sin?

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

IS GRACE A LICENSE TO SIN SINCE WE ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE LAW BUT UNDER GRACE? GRACE HAS FREED US FROM BEING SLAVES TO SIN AND NOW HAS MADE US SLAVES OF RIGHTEOUSNESS (looking at individual acts of sin) (Images in chaps 6-7: baptism, offering, slavery, marriage) 1.

IS GRACE A LICENSE TO SIN SINCE WE ARE NO LONGER UNDER THE LAW BUT UNDER GRACE? GRACE HAS FREED US FROM BEING SLAVES TO SIN AND NOW HAS MADE US SLAVES OF RIGHTEOUSNESS (looking at individual acts of sin) (Images in chaps 6-7: baptism, offering, slavery, marriage) 1. Sin Should No Longer Be An ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Happens When You Die? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

Like an unwelcome intruder, death has made a rude entrance into many of our lives. When someone close to us dies, we can’t help but wonder what will happen to us when we stop breathing. Jesus told a story one day to help illustrate the suddenness of dea

What Happens When I Die? Rev. Brian Bill 6/3/01 A little girl was standing outside her Sunday School classroom when the pastor noticed she was holding a big storybook entitled, “Jonah and the Whale.” The pastor wanted to have some fun with her so he asked her, “Do you really believe that Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Shrek -- Ugliness Series

Contributed by Chris Thron on Sep 8, 2002

The movie ‘Shrek’ is about ugliness. By ‘ugly’, I don’t just mean appearance, I mean something about them makes them unattractive to others, made fun of by others, don’t like about themselves, makes them feel inferior. Prayer: Father, we lift ou

Shrek Introduction (before movie). Read –Phi 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was in Christ Jesus, To whom, though himself in the form of God, it did not seem that to take for oneself was to be like God; But he made himself as nothing, taking the form of a servant, being made like men; And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Design Of God

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 19, 2001

GOD’S PLANS ARE STILL THE BEST PLANS. Genesis 2 inspires many thoughts but here I limit myself to one thought about the design of God. In the beginning God had a plan. Things were made according to His design. Out of this one thought we can examine thr

THE DESIGN OF GOD Genesis 2 INTRODUCTION: 1. Life can be like a puzzle. In searching for purpose we find pieces we recognize and connect them with one another. Boundaries are the easiest to discover and then pieces that fill in the details. When completed, there is a planned picture. The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-25

Denomination: Baptist