Sermons on Defiled:

Illuminating The Path Of Advent Joy: Preparing For The Radiant Dawn Of Jesus' Birth Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2023

This season of preparation is not merely about marking the days until Christmas; it's about preparing our hearts to receive the radiant dawn of Jesus' birth, a dawn that brings with it the promise of eternal hope and joy.

Illuminating the Path of Advent Joy: Preparing for the Radiant Dawn of Jesus' Birth Scripture Passage: Isaiah 60:1-6 (New Living Translation) Awake, awake, O Zion, clothe yourself with strength! Put on your beautiful garments, O Jerusalem, the holy city. The uncircumcised and defiled will not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Punishing Rod Part 1

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 26, 2022

When Habakkuk was disturbed, he brought his interests straightforwardly to God. In the wake of accepting God's responses, he then, at that point, reacted with a supplication of faith.

Part One When Habakkuk was disturbed, he brought his interests straightforwardly to God. In the wake of accepting God's responses, he then, at that point, reacted with a supplication of faith. Habakkuk's model is one that ought to support us as we battle to move from uncertainty to faith. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How The Holy Spirit Leads Us

Contributed by David Koop on Jun 2, 2020

The Holy Spirit is here to empower and guide us in the everyday decisions we struggle with.

The Holy Spirit is here to empower and guide us in the everyday decisions we struggle with. To be guided by the Holy Spirit we must understand: 1. What our spirit is. The spirit of a man is the lamp of the Lord, Searching all the inner depths of his heart. - Prov. 20:27a (NKJV) Your spirit ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14

Denomination: Charismatic

The Punishing Rod Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 16, 2024

This is faith grappling with a problem. Habakkuk took his problem to God.

Part One When Habakkuk was disturbed, he brought his interests straightforwardly to God. In the wake of accepting God's responses, he then, at that point, reacted with a supplication of faith. Habakkuk's model is one that ought to support us as we battle to move from uncertainty to faith. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Chosen For Greatness SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

As Christians, we are called to be a unique generation, a beacon of hope to those who are lost.

As Christians, we are called to be a chosen generation for those who are lost. In this current generation, we see perversion and wickedness everywhere. There is a lack of respect for God, country, and authority. People live with a "no fear" attitude, doing as they please without regard for anyone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Christian Calling

Let The Fire Fall

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 16, 2025

The fire of the Lord will fall at the request of the saints who are ready to walk with the Lord. Revival and miracles will be seen, and lost souls will be restored.

Let The Fire Fall Study Text: 1 Kings 18:36–39 Introduction: - Throughout Scripture, the fire of God symbolizes His presence, power, purity, and passion. - When fire falls, hearts are stirred, sin is consumed, altars are ignited, and nations turn back to God. - In Elijah’s day, the people of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Rejected (Psalm 74)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 7, 2026

Does God reject us sometimes?

In dark times can we feel like God has rejected us? Do we keep praying during those times? Let’s look at Psalm 74. A contemplation by Asaph. (WEB) Has God rejected us forever? Does He remember His purchased people? O God, why have you rejected us forever? Why does your anger smolder against the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Nations Have Come (Psalm 79)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 11, 2026

Is persecution widespread?

Should we expect persecution all over the world? How should we deal with it? Let’s begin in Psalm 79. A Psalm by Asaph. (WEB) Did the nations come to worship God or murder the saints? O God, the nations have come into Your inheritance; Your holy temple they have defiled; They have laid Jerusalem ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother's Greatest Work

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Apr 17, 2001

A mother’s greatest work is that of instilling the knowledge of Christ into their children

A MOTHER’S GREATEST WORK 2 Timothy 1:1-5 I. TIMOTHY - A FAITHFUL SERVANT A. Won to Christ under the ministry of Paul - a beloved son B. A faithful friend - followed Paul on every missionary journey, made special trips to visit Paul C. A faithful servant - shy and timid but willing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

How Jesus Overcame The Powers Of Demons

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that some of the greatest battles are fought with demonic powers.

Jesus knew that some of the greatest battles are fought with demonic powers. The Bible promises us victory in advance if we appropriate Christ's truth. "Greater is He who is in us than He who is in the world." (I John 4:4) When Jesus healed the demon possessed man in Gerasenes, He gave us a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Get Better - Not Bitter

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Everyone has a tendency to grow bitter with life’s difficulties. Bitterness is like a cancer that deteriorates the mind and heart. If left unchecked, this tendency can eventually poison a person’s perspectives toward just about everything. Even the writer

Everyone has a tendency to grow bitter with life’s difficulties. Bitterness is like a cancer that deteriorates the mind and heart. If left unchecked, this tendency can eventually poison a person’s perspectives toward just about everything. Even the writer of Hebrews wrote, "See to it that no one ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Reasons For Not Relying On Human Judgment

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

Reasons why we should avoid relying on human judgment, including our own - only on the God’s perfect and impartial judgment

Reasons For Guarding Against Relying on the Judgments of Men (Acts 24:1-20) 1. Have you ever wondered why some people fall into the temptation of relying on the judgments of others? Illustration:It was F.B. Meyer, I believe, who once said that when we see a brother or sister in sin, there are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rather Do Good

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 17, 2002

A sermon about stealing and wholesome speech following Paul’s advice to "rather do good"

RATHER DO GOOD EPHESIANS 4:28-29 INTRODUCTION Paul continues to stress to the Ephesians the importance of their walk with Christ. Paul does not just say, “follow Christ” and leaves it at that. Paul explains “how” to follow Christ. Paul explains that as we follow Christ, our lives will look ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can Fool Some Of The People Some Of The Time

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 2, 2003

Are we really and truly trying to please God with our communication, customs and conduct, or are we trying to please man?

COMMUNICATION - Our words will be kind and not foolish KINDNESS IN SPEECH V. 1 Matthew Henry said that “if wrath rises like a threatening storm, then a soft answer will turn it away like the winds.” The Speech Research Unit of Kenyon College has proved that when a person is shouted at, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Remove Not The Ancient Landmark

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 3, 2003

Our nation continues to remove the precious landmarks established by God, and by our forefathers. What can we do ?

Prov. 22:28, 23:10 When the nation of Israel possessed the land, God divided up the land into territories for each of the 12 tribes. They were marked by boundaries or landmarks. Over the years, people tried to reestablish the boundaries by moving the landmarks. God said twice in two ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:10, Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Baptist