Sermons on Deep Darkness:

"dont Let The Big One Get Away"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 10, 2019

When fishing in order to catch the big one you have Go, Go to the place, Go to deep waters, and Go with a guide

“Don’t let the Big one get away” Luke 5:1-11 • First you have to “Go”, Second you have to “Go to the place” Third you have to “Go to Deeper Waters” • Fourth you always have to “Go with Jesus” 1. Why go fishing? Just to Go is stress relief “ some guys simply say “Freedom” • Grabs tackle box, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Grieving The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 5, 2012

Our lives can also grieve the Holy Spirit. How do we cause the Holy Spirit to feel deep sorrow?

Grieving the Holy Spirit Ephesians 4:30 The Holy Spirit is often the most overlooked person of the triune Godhead. The Holy Spirit is not a force or power,: He is a person. He is God – God, the Holy Ghost. His mission is to bring glory to God the Father by declaring the work of God, the Son. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Son’s Connection To The Father Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 30, 2020

This deep, dense, and challenging passage details the connections between the Son and the Father. What specifics can we learn from it?

EQUAL WITH GOD: The Jews thought Jesus was claiming to be equal with God the Father. - John 5:18. - What exactly is going on in this interaction that the Jews thought Jesus was claiming to be equal with God the Father? a. In v. 16 the Jews persecute Jesus because He violated their rules for the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:15-30

Denomination: Baptist

What The Holy Spirit Can Do For You Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Aug 27, 2017

You absolutely need the indwelling of Gods Spirit to lead you into a deep, personal and intimate relationship with God: To be in Christ and one with the Father

Sometimes I feel a bit nervous when people talk about the Holy Spirit. I can understand God even without having seen a picture of Him because, even though the Bible says that “God is Spirit” (John 4:24), it also describes Him in quite human terms. Daniel pictured Him with clothing as white as snow ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Covetousness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

Covetousness is a deep desire or longing for something that belongs to someone else. It often manifests as an intense craving for material possessions, status, or power.

DEALING WITH COVETOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 12:15 (KJV): "And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth." Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Colossians 3:5, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Colossians 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Secret To True Contentment

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025

This sermon teaches that the cure for materialism is a deep contentment found not in our possessions, but in the unshakable promise that God will never leave or forsake us.

Introduction We live in a world that is engineered to make us feel dissatisfied. Every advertisement, every social media feed, every billboard is designed to plant a seed of discontent in our hearts. You need a newer car, a bigger house, a better vacation, the latest phone. The message is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Baptist

Maturing Through God's Discipline

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025

Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His deep love and care for His children.

MATURING THROUGH GOD'S DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:5-11 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:11-12, Revelation 3:19, Psalm 94:12, James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Great Realization

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 6, 2025

This sermon confronts our deep-seated desire for control with the liberating truth that our steps are not ours to direct, but God's.

Introduction: The Illusion of Control My brothers and sisters, we live in a world that worships at the altar of self-sufficiency. We are told from a young age to "be the captain of your own ship," to "chart your own course." We make five-year plans, we create vision boards, we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

Explores the deep connection between belief, faith, and prayer, emphasizing prayer's role in spiritual warfare and its significance for all believers.

Ladies and Gentlemen, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of our Lord, drawn together by our shared faith, bound by our love for Jesus, and united by our commitment to serve Him in truth and spirit. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. It's ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Topics: Power, Prayer

Not A Heretic Hunter

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 12, 2022

These days you do not have to hunt heresy as it comes right out of the darkness and parades itself in the open field.

We live in an age where no one likes to be challenged or corrected. I do not like to be wrong, but I have told congregations to go home and study the Word after a sermon to be sure I know what I am talking about. If I do not, do not leave me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:17, Philippians 3:17-19, Romans 16:17-18, Titus 3:10-11, Titus 1:10-11, 2 Timothy 4:1-4, Ephesians 5:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Vertical Fellowship Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

The title is self-explanatory.

Vertical Fellowship! We are living in a lonely world John 13:34, 35 Fellowship- deep dark secrets, confession What’s wrong with fellowship in churches? We have tried to force fellowship with each other, not with God Fellowship programs We don’t need a program Let’s read 1 John 1:3-7 on the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Light Of A Disciple

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 14, 2001

When we follow Jesus we are called to share His light witha dark world

The Light of a Disciple Matthew 5:14-16 October 14, 2001 Introduction Some of you may or may not have noticed that our church recently placed a light on the post of the new parking lot. We have rented it from the power company for a few dollars a month and the result has been well worth the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Surprised By Prayer!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Prayer can open up for us insight into God's will when the way seems dark and uncertain.

Surprised By Prayer! Acts 12:1-19 The popularity of prayer has skyrocketed in recent months. Prayer, talking about prayer, writing about prayer, exploring patterns of prayers and the like have become more prevalent than Tiger Woods' fans at a golf tournament. Prayer has truly come to the forefront ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Our Rock In A Hard Place

Contributed by Richard Francis on Jan 4, 2005

God is our rock, trust him, let his glory be reflected in you in this world of darkness

God our Rock in a Hard Place Exodus 33: 1 - 23 Consider the Context • Moses in a 1 to 1 meeting with the Lord, how amazing, just after the golden calf incident, the smashing of the first tablets of stone with the ten commandments written by God on both sides of them (would n’t you just want to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Turn Headlights On: Traveling In His Light" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 27, 2003

Following Jesus requires Walking in His Light by getting the darkness and sin our of our lives.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches April 27, 2003 “Turn Headlights On: Traveling in the Light” I John 1:1-2:2 INTRODUCTION: Throughout the weeks of Lent leading up to Easter we examined our lives through a series of familiar road signs. Today is the last of our series entitled, “Turn Headlights ...read more

Denomination: Methodist