Sermons on Defining Marks:

"why I Believe In The Pre-Tribulation Rapture."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Mar 4, 2024

"Many people have doubts about the Rapture of the Church. They wonder if it will happen or if it's just a hoax. Some may even be hesitant to believe in it altogether. Many resources are available that provide evidence and support for my belief in the pre-tribulation Rapture."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17) (16) "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first, (17) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 3:10, Mark 13:32, 1 Corinthians 15:52, Matthew 24:27, Titus 2:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, 2 Thessalonians 2:8-12, Revelation 14:6-9, Daniel 8:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's Happening Now - Part #1 Series

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 3, 2025

When we look at what is happening in our world today do you ever stop and wonder is this the End-Times? Wrong is being called right and right is being called wrong. People are wondering how they are going to pay their bills, put food on the table and make it just a little while longer.

“It’s Happening Now” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - When we look at what is happening in our world today do you ever stop and wonder is this the End-Times? We have the longest government shut down in history, the food assistance program being used literally as a weapon against ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

The Antichrist Traits Revealed In The Bible Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 11, 2025

In this sermon we will examine some traits of the Antichrist as revealed in Scripture.

The Antichrist, a figure of immense evil and opposition to God, is a prominent figure in biblical prophecy. The Bible provides a comprehensive description of the Antichrist's characteristics, allowing believers to recognize and prepare for his appearance. In this sermon we will examine some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:3, 1 John 2:15-17, Revelation 13:14, Revelation 19:20, Revelation 13:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus Is Our Pattern Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. Teaching sheet at the end of the text.

"Holiness – Part 3 – Jesus is our Pattern" 1 John 2:3-6 Pastor John Bright 1 John 2 “3 Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. 4 He who says, “I know Him,” and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. 5 But whoever keeps His ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6, Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 1:35-37

Denomination: Methodist

Chosen But Not Yet Crowned – God Looks At The Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

David’s anointing in 1 Samuel 16 teaches us that God’s standards are not the same as man’s. He chooses the humble, the hidden, the faithful, and the pure in heart.

CHOSEN BUT NOT YET CROWNED – GOD LOOKS AT THE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Jeremiah 17:10, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 23:27-28, 2 Corinthians 10:18 INTRODUCTION: When God rejects one man, He begins preparing another. The fall of Saul in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Palm Sunday?

Contributed by Mark Cooney on May 27, 2006

Palm Sunday defines Jesus’ purpose and how His purpose impacts our lives today.

John 12:12-19 Palm Sunday~April 9, 2006 WHY PALM SUNDAY? Introduction: A little boy was sick on Palm Sunday and stayed home from church with his mother. His father returned from church holding a palm branch. The little boy was curious and asked, "Why do you have that palm branch, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Holiness

Are The Father, Son, And Holy Spirit The Same Essence?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 25, 2023

In the church, a lot of confusing language is used to try and explain or define things.

Today we will look at the Trinity, often defined as "one in ‘essence,’ three in person." What does that mean exactly? God is three Persons, and the name 'God' implies one ‘essence.’ If God is "three Persons," how can there be "one" ‘essence’? The meaning of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, Revelation 19:7, Song of Songs 4:9-10, Acts 1:4-5, Isaiah 28:11-12, 2 Chronicles 2:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Active Repentance Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 3, 2017

RECOGNIZING JESUS' EMPHASIS, ACTIVE REPENTANCE SHOULD BECOME A DEFINING VALUE

Active Repentance 1/22/17 Matt 3:8 INTRODUCTION The Definition Matters Words change meaning over time in ways that might surprise you. Here are just a few examples of words (so, preacher, take your choice) you may not have realized didn't always mean what they mean today. Nice: This word used to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Sermon On A Total Eclipse In Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 21, 2025

An eclipse is defined as a shrouding in which the whole of the disc of the sun or moon is obscured.

Gerald of Wales, a Cambro-Norman priest and historian, once remarked: “For human nature is so made that only what is unusual and infrequent excites wonder or is regarded as of value. We make no wonder of the rising and the setting of the sun which we see every day; and yet there is nothing in the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:9, Joel 3:15, Isaiah 13:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Sermon On Compassion

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 9, 2021

Compassion is defined as: “Sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others.”

Linda Diane Thompson, an American songwriter/lyricist, former actress and beauty pageant winner once remarked: “Our uniqueness, our individuality, and our life experience moulds us into fascinating beings. I hope we can embrace that. I pray we may all challenge ourselves to delve into the deepest ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-13, Galatians 6:2, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Family Roles Series

Contributed by John Eldridge on Feb 9, 2009

Family roles are defined for Parents, Grandparents, extended family and church family

Family Roles Family Series 1 The role of the Parents a. Protector Kings 1:5-6 (NIV) - Now Adonijah, whose mother was Haggith, put himself forward and said, "I will be king." So he got chariots and horses ready, with fifty men to run ahead of him. [6] (His father had never interfered with him by ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:18-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is The Sabbath Really A Big Deal Today?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006

More on the Sabbath, this one from Mark

Is the Sabbath Really a Big Deal Today? Mark 2:23-28 April 2, 2006 Introduction Today, we’re going to look at one of those issues that quite frankly, can serve as a dividing line between believers. For some, when you think of the Sabbath, you think straight-jacket – a bunch of rules meant to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Building Relationships That Last: Eternally

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

RELATIONSHIPS MARK OUR PLACE IN ETERNITY

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS THAT LAST: ETERNALLY LUKE 16: 19-31 JANUARY 9, 2005 INTRODUCTION: I was shocked, confused, bewildered As I entered Heaven’s door Not by the beauty of it all Not by the lights or decor But it was the folks in Heaven Who made me sputter and gasp The thieves, the liars, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

True Believers

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Jul 25, 2002

The marks of a true believer are obvious.. and they will manifest.

TRUE BELIEVERS 1 Peter 2:9-10a But you are a chosen race, a royal group of priests, a holy nation, and a special people. You must tell about the wonderful things that God has done. He called you from darkness into His amazing light. Those who were once not a people are now God’s people (Simple ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Helps Those Who...

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 30, 2001

a look at Mark 10:46-52

God Helps Those Who... Mark 10:46-52 1) Admit their need verse 46,47 2) Trust Him fully verse. 48-51 3) Follow in Christian discipleship verse 52 God helps those who put themselves in a position to receive His grace. We do that in many ways but three are evident in this passage. It is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Holiness