Sermons on Courage:

The Stone Is Rolled Away Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Apr 13, 2020

God is the God of the Unexpected

John 20 (New Living Translation): 20 Early on Sunday morning, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance. 2 She ran and found Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. She said, “They have taken the ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cast Your Nets Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 1, 2025

This is the 13th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#13] CAST YOUR NETS Luke 5:1-11 Introduction: This morning, we are going to see Jesus at a lake. In this passage, Jesus invited ordinary fishermen, (like Simon Peter and his friends) into an extraordinary adventure. Just as these fishermen struggled all night without ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Achieving The Impossible

Contributed by William Meakin on Mar 3, 2025

Achieving the impossible is regarded as overcoming significant challenges or succeeding in a particular objective that may be considered by most as unattainable.

Saint Francis of Assisi, an Italian mystic, poet and monk once remarked: “Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.” Matthew 19:26 reminds us: “But Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but with God all things ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17, Genesis 18:14, Isaiah 5:21, Isaiah 43:18-19

Jesus Sustains

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

To sustain means to uphold, strengthen, and provide for someone continuously. The sustaining power of Jesus is what keeps us standing when life tries to break us. It is what gives us hope when everything seems lost.

JESUS SUSTAINS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved." – Psalm 55:22 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 11:28-30, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Jehu Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Jehu was an instrument of God’s judgment, fulfilling prophecy and cleansing Israel of Baal worship. However, his partial obedience and reliance on violence tainted his legacy.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JEHU – KING WHO DESTROYED AHAB’S HOUSE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 10:28 "Thus Jehu destroyed Baal out of Israel." Supporting Texts: 2 Kings 9:1-37, 2 Kings 10:1-36, Hosea 1:4, 1 Kings 19:16-17 INTRODUCTION Jehu was a military commander anointed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 10:28, 2 Kings 9:1-37, 2 Kings 10:1-36, Hosea 1:4, 1 Kings 19:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Elijah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Elijah was a mighty prophet who stood against idolatry and demonstrated God's power through miracles. His life teaches us to be bold in faith, persistent in prayer, and obedient to God's call.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ELIJAH – PROPHET WHO CHALLENGED BAAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:21 "And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the Lord be God, follow him: but if Baal, then follow him. And the people answered him not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:21, James 5:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Peter (Simon Cephas) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

Peter’s life is a story of transformation. He went from being an impulsive fisherman to a fearless apostle who helped establish the early church. Despite his weaknesses, God’s grace empowered him to fulfil his divine calling.

CHARACTER STUDY OF PETER (SIMON CEPHAS) – LEADER OF THE APOSTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:16-19 "And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Matthew 16:18) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-19, John 1:42, Luke 5:4-11, Matthew 14:28-31, Acts 2:14-41, Acts 10:9-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Visionary View Of Remembrance Sunday Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 11, 2023

Today we gather on this Remembrance Sunday to reflect upon the sacrifices made by those who gave their lives for our freedom. It is a day to remember and give thanks.

A Visionary View of Remembrance Sunday Today we gather on this Remembrance Sunday to reflect upon the sacrifices made by those who gave their lives for our freedom. It is a day to remember and give thanks. The Bible tells us in Psalm 105:1-8: "Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:1-8, Galatians 5:1, Deuteronomy 31:6, Galatians 5:13, 1 Peter 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Tell The World What He Has Done! - Isaiah 12:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 5, 2025

Isaiah 12 is a prophetic song - a song of celebration, a song of deliverance, a song of redemption.

Go! And Tell the World What He Has Done! - Isaiah 12:4 (NLT) Isaiah 12:4 (NLT): “In that wonderful day you will sing: ‘Thank the Lord! Praise his name! Tell the nations what he has done. Let them know how mighty he is!’” Introduction: A Song of Salvation Church, today we step into a prophetic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 12:4, Romans 10:13-15, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 3:19, Romans 10:9, Psalm 145:4-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Choose The Path Of Faithfulness - Psalm 119:30 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 21, 2025

I have chosen to be faithful; I have determined to live by your regulations. This is not accidental. This is a deliberate act. This is a commitment. This is a declaration of allegiance to the God of truth.

Go! And Choose the Path of Faithfulness - Psalm 119:30 Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, We gather in Your presence with thankful hearts. Thank You for Your Word that is alive, active, and transformative. Lord, speak to us through Your truth. Stir within us a greater hunger for righteousness and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:30, Deuteronomy 8:3, Joshua 24:15, John 17:17, John 1:14, John 6:35, Hebrews 3:6, Romans 5:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 10:17, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beauty Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

This study reveals how we can reflect God's true beauty by focusing on the inner transformation He brings and living lives that glorify Him.

BEAUTY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 3:3–4 Supporting Texts: Psalm 45:11; Ecclesiastes 3:11; Proverbs 31:30; Isaiah 61:3; 2 Corinthians 4:16 INTRODUCTION: In the world today, beauty is often defined by outward appearance, trends, and what is seen on the surface. Yet, the Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Want To Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Apr 15, 2025

Big Idea: God does not lie; He said, “Be holy, for I am holy" (1 Pet. 1:16, NKJV).

I Want to Be Like Jesus As we look around at the growing influence of chaos and evil, it could be easy to keep silent, give up, and accept that being holy is impossible, even though Scripture guides us to be like the Lord. In that moment of doubt, we remember the Bereans. Luke admired their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26, 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Other

Sermon For Pentecost

Contributed by William Meakin on May 2, 2024

Pentecost is fundamentally a celebration and acknowledgment of the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles.

Kevin J. Vanhoozer, an American theologian once remarked: “It is well known that Pentecost reverses Babel. The people who built the tower of Babel sought to make a name, and a unity, for themselves. At Pentecost, God builds his temple, uniting people in Christ. Unity – interpretive agreement and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47, Acts 1:8, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 6:10

Awakening To God's Presence Genesis 28:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 1, 2024

Genesis 28:16 is a powerful verse where Jacob awakens to the reality of God's presence. This moment of realisation transforms Jacob's understanding of God and his own life.

Awakening to God's Presence Genesis 28:16 Genesis 28:16 (NLT): "Then Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, 'Surely the LORD is in this place, and I wasn’t even aware of it!'" Introduction: Today, we delve into Genesis 28:16, a powerful verse where Jacob awakens to the reality ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:16, Psalm 139:7-10, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Evangelistic Prayer

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Jun 7, 2024

Why prayer is at the heart of evangelism, and here are three evangelistic prayers ANYONE can commit to.

Before I get into what I want to say today, some of you will know four things about me: “Making disciples of all nations”/Evangelism and prayer are one of my favourite subjects. I’m praying that the church that I attend will double in size within five (5) years. When I was a pastor of a church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6, 2 Corinthians 4:5-6, Matthew 28:19-20, 2 Timothy 4:5

Denomination: Baptist