Sermons on Defining Marks:

True Success Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 20, 2010

How should we define "true success" in light of Christ's teaching.

Intro What is success? What does it mean to you this morning to live a successful life? One of the hardest aspects to having satisfaction with our lives is that we haven‘t really defined what success is. What makes you successful … prosperity? popularity? As a culture we tend to refer ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 8, 2021

The Kingdom of God or the Kingdom of Heaven as it is also referred to is defined in Christianity by Encyclopedia Britannica as: “The spiritual realm over which God reigns as king, or the fulfilment on Earth of God’s will.

Carl Frederick Buechner an American writer, novelist, poet, autobiographer, essayist, preacher and theologian once remarked: “If we only had eyes to see and ears to hear and wits to understand, we would know that the Kingdom of God in the sense of holiness, goodness, beauty is as close as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Luke 17:21, Matthew 4:17

Beauty And Wisdom – Abigail’s Timely Intervention Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

In a world marked by conflict and pride, wisdom remains a priceless treasure.

BEAUTY AND WISDOM – ABIGAIL’S TIMELY INTERVENTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 25 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 31:10-12, Ecclesiastes 7:19, James 3:17, Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 15:1 INTRODUCTION: In a world marked by conflict and pride, wisdom remains a priceless treasure. 1 Samuel ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking Down The Walls

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2013

Church, in the final analysis, defines a people who are in the world but not of the world - ministering to the world.

BREAKING DOWN THE WALLS. Ephesians 2:11-22. Church. A building or a people? Churches. Buildings constructed over supposed holy sites, in which various forms of worship take place. Some of these original citadels have disappeared, their walls removed to build alternative edifices. The problem ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My House Shall Be A House Of Prayer

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 29, 2003

Above all, the flavour of the church should be prayer.

A Most Amazing Jesus Cornwall June 21, 2003 One of the most amazing Jesus actions is recorded in the gospel of Mark, where we looked last week to see some of the ways he cares for us and for us to know what we can take to him for help. This action seems most unexpected and, even, out of character ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-18, 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is Christian Love Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jun 4, 2004

This sermon defines Christian love as caring, helping, paying the price and expecting no reward.

cThe Christian Life Week 2 (A) The Foundation of Love Luke 10:25-37 1 Cor. 13:1f WHAT IS CHRISTIAN LOVE? The Parable of the Good Samaritan “A man from Samaria then came ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Torch Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 16, 2023

A torch, in modern-day technology, is defined as a portable, battery-powered electric lamp.

George Bernard Shaw, an Irish playwright and critic once remarked: “Life is no brief candle to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I am permitted to hold for the moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” John 8:12 reminds us: Again ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:18, Matthew 5:14-16, John 1:4-5, 2 Corinthians 4:6

Resurrection: A Theology Of Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 23, 2011

In Mark 16:1-7, we see 1) The Grief (Mark 16:1–3) and 2) The Glory (Mark 16:4–7) of God the Father’s Resurrection of God the Son bringing "A Theology of Hope"

There are many different reasons by people come to corporate worship on Easter Sunday. For some, they are dragged by their parents or spouses. Some come to have questions answered, others to just find out what the whole thing is about. There are some that come out of genuine reverence and worship ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Other

Dealing With Stress The Silent Killer Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Jul 29, 2025

Stress can be defined as feeling out of control and doctors See it as the of most hospitalizations.

Stress Annual Sermons Volume 9 (15-16) – Revised 2022 HOW TO HAVE MORE TIME AND LESS STRESS “There is a time and a season for everything under the sun” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) bmarcaurelle@charter.net STRESS THE WAY TO A MISERABLE LIFE I know what you are saying. “Brother Bob, there is no way ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Philippians 4:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Body, Soul & Spirit

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 23, 2022

Body, Soul and Spirit have been defined as three essential parts of man.

Kristi Ling Spencer, a life and happiness strategist once remarked: “Caring for your body, mind, and spirit is your greatest and grandest responsibility. It’s about listening to the needs of your soul and then honouring them.” 1 Thessalonians 5:23 confirms: “Now may the God of peace himself ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21, Genesis 2:7, James 2:26, Galatians 5:16-17

Sermon On The Fruitfulness Of Interactions

Contributed by William Meakin on May 5, 2025

Interaction is defined as a direct involvement, communication, or possible connection between someone or something.

John James Audubon, a French-American artist and naturalist once remarked: “Look at that mallard as he floats on the lake; see his elevated head glittering with emerald green, his amber eyes glancing in the light! Even at this distance, he has marked you, and suspects that you bear no goodwill ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:4, Hebrews 9:11, Romans 12:16-18, 1 Peter 3:8

Sermon On Proponents Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 11, 2025

A proponent is essentially defined as a person who advocates a theory, proposal or course of action.

Brennan Manning, an American author once remarked: “For those who feel their lives are a grave disappointment to God, it requires enormous trust and reckless, raging confidence to accept that the love of Jesus Christ knows no shadow of alteration or change. When Jesus said, "Come to me, all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Romans 8:31, 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Timothy 1:7

What Is Your Jericho?

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Feb 3, 2013

Inspiration is taken from Mark Batterson's incredible book "Circle Maker". This part stood out to me from one of the chapters. It's about facing up to your Jericho and overcoming it! Thanks Mark!

WHAT IS YOUR JERICHO? Hebrews 11:6 “By FAITH the walls of Jericho fell down after they were encircled for seven days.” INTRODUCTION: The passage I read from Hebrews 11 speaks of one of the greatest success’ in the History of Israel. We all like “SUCCESS!” I know I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blasphemy Of The Holy Spirit - Mark 3:20-30 (Matthew 12:22-37) Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Sep 4, 2023

People often say the unforgivable sin is attributing demonic work to Jesus. But several other passages speak of an unforgivable sin, and none of them identify it that way.

Mark 3:20 Then Jesus entered a house, and again a crowd gathered, so that he and his disciples were not even able to eat. 21 When his family heard about this, they went to take charge of him, for they said, "He is out of his mind." 22 And the teachers of the law who came down from ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-30, Matthew 12:22-37

So You’ve Got Plans? Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

One of the defining characteristics of a believer is that we live to fulfill God’s will.

OPEN: So today we are going to be moving forward in our study through the book of James. and we are going to be talking about God's plans and our plans and how they combine with one another. When you think about God's plans for your life what kind of emotion response does it create? Is it ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible