Sermons on Deliberately:

The Boy Jesus In The Temple Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 5, 2025

Even as a twelve-year-old boy, Jesus reveals His divine identity, His submission to the Father’s will, and His call for us to prioritize the things of God above all else. Every parent knows the moment when a child does or says something that suddenly reveals who they truly are becoming.

The Boy Jesus in the Temple January 4, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 2:41-51 INTRODUCTION — A MOMENT OF REVELATION Even as a twelve-year-old boy, Jesus reveals His divine identity, His submission to the Father’s will, and His call for us to prioritize the things of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-51

Denomination: Brethren

29. The Kingdom Parables – The Seventh – The Dragnet – Part 5 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 19, 2025

We open up some very important verses near the end of the letter to the Laodicean church, and there is plenty for us to learn. Who responds to the knocking of Revelation 3:20? What about the discipline of the Lord in Revelation 3:19? How do we become the overcomers of Revelation 3:21?

29. THE KINGDOM PARABLES – THE SEVENTH – THE DRAGNET – PART 5 OF 6 This message concludes looking at the letter to the church at Laodicea. The previous two messages focused on this letter to the church. I have spent more time on this letter than in any of the other churches in the Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19, Hebrews 12:5-8, Hebrews 12:11, Revelation 3:17, Matthew 19:23-24, Revelation 3:20, John 10:7-9, John 8:12, Revelation 3:21, John 10:38, Ephesians 6:13-18, Revelation 3:22, Jeremiah 6:10, Jeremiah 17:23, Matthew 11:15, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 13:47-50  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Silent Years Between The Old Testament And The New Testament. Series

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on Dec 21, 2025

Silent years

Have you ever stopped to wonder what happened during the 400 years between the Old Testament and the New Testament? During those 400 years, there were no visions, no angelic messages, and no prophetic voices reminding the people, of God's promises. The Old Testament closes with Malachi, a ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1

Walking In God's Light: Overcoming Daily Struggles With Sin And Confession

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jan 5, 2026

How do we live authentically as Christians when we still struggle with sin? How do we maintain fellowship with God when we fail daily?

Walking in God's Light: Overcoming Daily Struggles with Sin and Confession 1John 1:5-10 Introduction: The Light Switch Have you ever tried to navigate your house in complete darkness? Maybe the power went out, or you were trying not to wake someone up. You stub your toe on the coffee table, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

Walk In Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

How do I walk in love?

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, to share in fellowship, to lift our voices in praise, and to open our hearts to the wisdom and guidance that God has in store for us. As we come together today, we are embarking on a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Topics: Walk In Love

When Life Doesn't Turn Out SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 26, 2023

In hard times, God is teaching us, but in good times, God is testing us.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of life, where the path is often winding and the journey unpredictable. We are here to seek solace, to find answers, and to understand the divine will of our Heavenly Father. Today, we are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:1-12

Topics: Learning God's Will

It's Time To Make A Choice SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023

Help the congregation to focus on choosing God and His will and ways.

Good morning, dear family of faith. As we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of decision, much like our forefathers in faith did thousands of years ago. The title of our sermon today is "It's Time To Make a Choice," a call to action that echoes ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Topics: Choosing God, God's Will & Ways

Minding The Mind SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 29, 2023

Thinking

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to engage our minds, to exercise our thoughts, and to elevate our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Topics: Minding The Mind

Iniquity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the struggle against sin, the power of God's love, and finding refuge in Him, as depicted in Psalms 36.

Good morning. It's a wonderful day to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today. I can't help but feel the palpable energy of the Holy Spirit among us, ready to guide us through another sermon, another opportunity to grow closer to ...read more

Topics: Iniquity

A Rock-Solid Foundation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of not just hearing God's Word, but actively applying it in our lives to withstand life's storms.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a beautiful day the Lord has made and we're here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered in the house of our Lord, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Each one of us carries a purpose, a calling, a divine destiny that God has placed in our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Hearing, Heeding, God's Word

Resist The Devil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2025

True strength and peace come from wholeheartedly submitting to God, resisting evil, and finding our deepest satisfaction and security in Christ alone.

Some mornings the mirror tells the truth we’re slow to admit: we’re tired in places that sleep can’t reach. Our hearts carry headlines nobody else reads. The schedule is stuffed, the inbox is full, and the soul feels thin. In that kind of world, we need a word that’s short enough to memorize and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

The Believer Is Not To Continue In Sin (Part 1): Series

Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 7, 2004

The believer who is justified is to work toward holiness and righteousness. The believer is to live a holy life and become a servant of righteousness. A genuinely saved person cannot abuse the mercy of God. He cannot walk in sin; he cannot make a habit

By: Mark Engler Mt. Vernon Christian Church, Mt. Vernon MO. Sermon done with help from the Preacher’s Outline & Sermon Bible. The Believer is Not to Continue in Sin (Part 1): He is to Know His Position in Christ Rom. 6:1-10 Intro: Saving Private Ryan clip (scene on bridge when Captian Miller tells ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adjust Your Vision: Seeing Black And White Where The World Wants Gray

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

The world and our sinful flesh are happy when false teachers tell us God’s Word is unclear or can be ignored. God will have none of that - his Word is clear.

August 29, 2004 — 13th Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Jeremiah 23:23-29 Adjust Your Vision: Seeing Black and White Where the World Wants Gray Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen. The Word of God for ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

"We Are To Be Stewards Of Our Resources” - The Parable Of The Talents Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 13, 2004

The Parable of the Talents gives us five amazing principles about being a steward.

“The Stories that Jesus Told” Sermon # 4 “We are to be Stewards of our Resources” or The Parable of the Talents Matthew 25:14-30 This morning we are in a series on the parables entitled “The Stories That ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

In Your Eyes - Ways Of Seeing

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Introduction 1.

A. Introduction 1. This week's sermon constitutes Part One of the two-part study which will conclude our summer series. Were I to give these two messages a single name, I might call them "The Demand for Decision." In truth, however, that title should fit any sermon preached from this pulpit. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23