Sermons on Constant Expectation:

Up Look For The Downcast

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 26, 2019

This is a Psalm of comfort and consolation. It was written either during David's exile from Jerusalem, or during Israel's captivity in Babylon.

UP LOOK FOR THE DOWNCAST Scripture: Psalms 42 &43 I. INTRODUCTION This is a Psalm of comfort and consolation. It was written either during David's exile from Jerusalem, or during Israel's captivity in Babylon. Matthew Henry: Sometimes God teaches us effectually to know the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11, Psalm 43:1-5, 1 Peter 1:3, Titus 2:13, Colossians 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Rest In God Alone Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 25, 2025

This sermon on Psalm 62 explores how true rest and security come from placing our trust in God alone, as He is our unshakeable rock, powerful enough to save and merciful enough to desire it.

Introduction ?My friends, we live in a world that is loud, demanding, and often overwhelming. It feels like we are constantly being pulled in a dozen different directions, told to find our value in what we achieve, our security in what we own, and our peace in what others think of us. But how ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

3rd Sunday Of Advent, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 11, 2021

December 15th, 2024. Gaudete Sunday.

Zephaniah 3:14-20, Isaiah 12:2-6, Philippians 4:4-7, Luke 3:7-18. A). A CALL TO REJOICE. Zephaniah 3:14-20. Eight out of the nine oracles in the little book of Zephaniah announce God’s just judgment of all the earth (Zephaniah 1:2-3; Zephaniah 3:8); and the just judgment of the LORD their ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:14-20, Isaiah 12:2-6, Philippians 4:4-7, Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Act Your Identity Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 13, 2017

In order for us to live lives worthy of the gospel, we must remember our identity.

Introduction: A. One day a famous preacher visited a Nursing home where some patients with Alzheimer’s lived. 1. He went around and greeted the people who were very glad to see him. 2. He walked up to one lady and asked, “Do you know who I am?” 3. She said, “No, but if you go to the Front Desk, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Your Busyness A Help Or A Distraction?

Contributed by Tim Chinn on Apr 19, 2018

This was part 2 of a distraction sermon series at our church. Part 1 was about distractions due to technology.

Distractions: Busyness Title: Is your Busyness a help or a distraction? Main Point: Use your busyness for what’s most important Intro: “Busyness makes us stop caring… about what we care about” “It is not so much how busy you are, but why you’re busy… the bee is praised, but the mosquito and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Listening?

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

The psalmist distinguishes between the life of the righteous compared to the ungodly.

Are You Listening? Psalm 1:1-6 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3And he shall be like a tree ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Worship Is A Verb Part 9 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 11, 2009

Part 8 focuses on Prayer within the worship services and concludes the series.

Worship Is A Verb Part 9 Scriptures: Acts 12:1-19; Isaiah 55:6; Matthew 7:7; Philippians 4:6 Introduction: This will part nine in my series “Worship Is a Verb” and will conclude the series. Last week in part 8, I focused on giving. Hopefully each of you left here understanding that when you give ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Want A Fireworks Display Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

We have relegated fire...works to once a year. We have made certain fire...works off limits. This series will take us back to where we began (Acts 2) and see how the fire...works in our lives.

Fire…Works Pt. 1 – I Want A Fire…Works Display I. Introduction It is that time of year. July. The month of fireworks. We all seem to love and want a fireworks display. It has become an annual ritual at our house and I am sure the same is true at your house. We grab blankets, bug spray, our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

9 Out Of 10 Ain't Bad

Contributed by Wade Hatfield on Jan 9, 2002

This message encourages those who hear it to take time to "rest" and seek God. If we don’t take time to know God, we can never love him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength.

“Nine Out of Ten Ain’t Bad…” By: Pastor Wade Hatfield Today, we are going to begin by looking at the Ten Commandments. How many think they could stand up and recite all ten? Maybe not many, but I’m sure that we all know them…listen as I go over them, and it will refresh your memory. The Ten ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Final Preparation Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 23, 2006

Like preparing for Christmas, God wishes to prepare us for Jesus by providing to us a Spiritual Cleansing, a Re-Decorating of the Heart, and an Exchange of Gifts

INTRODUCTION Time is close! Down to the last few moments – “The Final Preparation” for Christmas? What do YOU HAVE YET TO DO to prepare for Christmas? In MY HOUSE, Deb has a certain formula for preparing for this special season. In fact, of all the special times of the year, this the one she ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Barnabus, The Encourager

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Jan 9, 2010

Barnabus was a man of encouragement-A Man of generosity-A man who love his fellow brothers and sisters in the Lord Jesus Christ

Barnabus, The Encourager Acts 4:36-4:37 Have you ever had someone encourage you at a time when you desperately needed it? There is nothing as refreshing as an encouraging word or deed. It is like a fresh drink of water on a hot day. In fact, I believe encouragement is the greatest need in our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gifts Of God

Contributed by Justin Lauramore on Nov 14, 2012

Today we get confused about God’s faithfulness and His love towards us, but if we research scriptures, we will see that God has given us everything. We have no worries to face, because God has and will supply all of our needs.

Good evening everyone. I hope that tonight has found you well. In America, we have a constant war between what is right and what is wrong. We as Christians need to draw the line in the sand. We are not perfect but God has called us to be Holy as He is Holy. We are under constant attack and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Its Good To Hear From You Again Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 8, 2014

A study of Psalm 13 verses 1 through 6

Psalm 13: 1 – 6 Its Good To Hear From You Again 1 How long, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? 2 How long shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? How long will my enemy be exalted over me? 3 Consider and hear me, O LORD my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Church

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2014

A look at the purpose of the church

The Church September 22, 2013 Romans 12:9-18 For the past two weeks we’ve been looking at the church and not including next week, we will have two more weeks talking about the church. Let’s start by taking a look at Paul’s words to the church in Rome, in Romans 12:9-18 ~ I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

He Knows Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

Explores the depth of God's intimate knowledge of us, His unconditional love, and how these two aspects of His nature intersect.

Good morning, church family! It's a joy to gather with you again in this sacred space where we can connect, grow, and serve together. Today, we're going to chat about something that's at the very heart of our faith, something that ties us all together and keeps us coming back week after week. It's ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Topics: He Knew Me, He Loved Me