Sermons on Conviction:

Father's House Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 10, 2020

God was pictured as terrifying, zealous, and consuming fire. God was known as the creator, protector, shepherd, and by many other roles. But for the first time, he was addressed as Father.

Theme: Father’s House Text: John 2: 12-25 Introduction: 1. Conviction on Father’s House (John 2:16) Temple at Jerusalem: Tent of meeting during the wilderness, house of God during David, Temple concept during monarchs, then in synagogues during exilic periods. Gathering of believers in NT age ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-15

Denomination: Methodist

How To Know My Faith Is Real PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the interplay between faith and works, emphasizing that they are both essential components of a genuine Christian life, as faith without works is considered dead.

Good morning, family of God. I'm thrilled to see your smiling faces today because we're about to embark on a fascinating journey through a dynamic passage of Scripture. We'll be exploring the essential interplay between faith and works, the profound impact they can make on our lives and our world, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17-18

Topics: Faith, Works

The Old Paths PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

The importance of following God's guidance and the blessings that come from obedience to His word.

Good morning, family. Today, we’re going to journey back in time, down the old paths, as we immerse ourselves in the word of God from the book of Jeremiah 16:9. "For this is what the LORD Almighty, the God of Israel, says: Before your eyes and in your days I will bring an end to the sounds of joy ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 16:9

Topics: Find, Them

Keep The Light Burning Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of maintaining the light of Christ in our lives through every season, and the necessary actions to ensure it doesn't dim.

Church, we are at the final week of our series, “Glow in the Dark.” I hope this series has been helpful for you. I know it has been helpful for me, as we’ve discussed the concepts of darkness and light found within scripture. We’ve covered several different topics related to this throughout the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:28, Acts 2:2-4

Topics: Sustaining Faith, Divine Light, Spiritual Seasons

Sermon Series: Glow In The Dark

Can You See This Sign? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 2, 2017

The blind saw Jesus, but the Pharisees couldn't. What were the differences in their blindnesses and what can we learn from the man born blind?

(Before reading the text and opening with prayer, we sang the following chorus: “I saw the light, I saw the light No more darkness, no more night Now I’m so happy, no sorrow in sight For praise the Lord… I saw the light.”) OPEN: When I’m preparing for a sermon, a lot of times I’ll take little ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Should We Temper Justice With Mercy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered how leaders should temper justice with mercy? Peter provides us with an excellent example in his sermon. The apostle shows us how to integrate grace in his message of justice, truth and righteousness. First, Peter acknowledges that

Have you ever wondered how leaders should temper justice with mercy? Peter provides us with an excellent example in his sermon. The apostle shows us how to integrate grace in his message of justice, truth and righteousness. First, Peter acknowledges that some people merely acted out of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Role Of The Holy Spirit In Preaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001

The Role of the Holy Spirit in Preaching

THE ROLE OF THE HOLY SPIRIT IN PREACHING A. Jn. 16:13 tells us that the Holy Spirit will guide us into all truth. He will help illuminate, interpret, and reveal things about Christ to us and to our congregation. Help the people know that the Holy Spirit is the chief teacher! B. Jn. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13-16, John 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thankful For Our Great God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 21, 2003

Indeed we must “forget not all His benefits” (Psalm 103:2) but as we thank Him for all these blessings, let us not forget to thank Him for Himself.

THANKFUL FOR OUR GREAT GOD “Now therefore, our God, we thank Thee and praise Thy glorious Name.” I Chronicles 29:13. (NASB) Indeed we must “forget not all His benefits” (Psalm 103:2) but as we thank Him for all these blessings, let us not forget to thank Him for Himself. THANKFUL FOR GOD THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:13

Denomination: Baptist

Intimidation - The Fear Of People Series

Contributed by Greg Madden on May 11, 2001

Breaking free from a "man fearing" spirit. Learning to live for the Lord because you love Him.

If imagination is the biggest nation in the world today, then intimidation is the second largest. Websters dictionary defines intimidation as- influence or force by fear, verbal or non-verbal, direct or implide. Too many people allow others to control and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Philippians 2:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Went Ye Out To See?

Contributed by Steven Cook on Feb 12, 2003

This sermon deals with the 3 questions that Jesus asked the religious pharisees and scribes that looked for fault in him. They provide us an interesting study of today’s world as well.

“What Went Ye Out for to See?” Luke 7:24-28 Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read Text – Luke 7:24-28 B. Background of John the Baptist – (John 1:6-8; 15-18) (John 1:19-34) C. Concerned about the ministry of John the Baptist, the Jewish leaders sent men to investigate. D. Many today are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

The True Test Of Forgiveness

Contributed by David Hutton on Jul 16, 2002

When you have the "right" to do wrong, will you still do right?

Introduction It’s one thing to succumb to force and be made to be righteous. Children are (or should be) made to obey and behave. They should understand the serious repercussions of not! Because of their knowledge of what will happen if they don’t, they do! The law catches a criminal, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Savior's Supernatural Stealth

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Sep 4, 2006

How Jesus hid Himself when He was in danger and slipped away unharmed. A word study of “hid” and its relationship to Colossians 3:3 “For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God”

I. INTRODUCTION – John 8:59 – The Second Of Two Near-Stonings In John 8 A. Near Stoning Of A Sinner (John 8:3-5) “Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, they said to Him, "Teacher, this woman was caught in adultery, in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:59

Denomination: Church Of God

How God Used Hezekiah To Bring Revival

Contributed by W. Alderman on May 9, 2007

This message shows that some things must be discarded in our lives for there to be real revival.

HOW GOD USED HEZEKIAH TO BRING REVIVAL Text: Numbers 21:4-9; 2 Kings 18: 1-7 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: That which was greatly used of the Lord 700 years earlier had become an idol. I am sure for hundreds of years the children and the grandchildren had heard the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Who Christ Has Made You ....now

Contributed by Shane Brooks on May 17, 2007

Don’t be discouraged...Don’t be condemned. Christ has done in you, what He said would do.

Fads growing up... Styles Change so Fast...One thing one day...something else the next ROMANS 8 :9-11 Who Christ has made you ....NOW 1. Now... you have been justified Romans 5: 8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. 9 Much more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeking Him With An Honest Heart.

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 28, 2009

Psalm 15:1 LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? ❶ Seeing the Hill ❷ Climbing The Hill ❸ View From the Hill ❹ Living On The Hill

Psalm 24:3-4 - Wed night Sept 9 - On Capitol Hill - Joint session of Congress- President Obama denied that health care legislation would provide free coverage for illegal immigrants - Joe Wilson Rep. congressman from South Carolina yelled, "You lie!" Another Hill ❶ Seeing the Hill ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist