Sermons on Dependability:

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Mar 27, 2021

Envy is a sin and a curse, one more form of unbelief that denies God’s goodness. Its answer is found in learning the secret of contentment: our complete dependence and trust in God’s amazing love.

The Secret of Contentment A mother and her young son were out one day for a walk when the weather suddenly turned dangerous. A tornado funnel formed overhead and came right towards them. Seeing this, they took shelter at the base of a tree and clung to its trunk. But although the mother was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Transfiguration Pt.3: Listen Exclusively - Mark 9:4-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 24, 2023

If you are a believer, Jesus Christ is speaking to you every day. But whether his voice gets through depends on how you listen. These messages on the Transfiguration give insight into how to become a better listener.

Mark 9:1 And he said to them, "I tell you the truth, some who are standing here will not taste death before they see the kingdom of God come with power." 2 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:4-8, Matthew 17:1-6, Luke 9:28-35

Grace For Divine Increase

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 21, 2025

Divine increase is the supernatural multiplication and growth that comes from God. It is not dependent on human effort but on the grace and favour of God. Grace is the enabler for divine increase, allowing us to accomplish what would otherwise be impossible.

Title: GRACE FOR DIVINE INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 9:8 Supporting Texts: Genesis 26:12-14; Psalm 115:14-15; John 10:10; 1 Corinthians 3:6-7 INTRODUCTION: Divine increase is the supernatural multiplication and growth that comes from God. It is not dependent on human ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8, Psalm 115:14-15, John 10:10, 1 Corinthians 3:6-7, Genesis 26:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Communing With God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 14, 2025

Prayer in Judeo-Christian tradition is not merely a practice but a relational expression of trust and dependency on God. It encompasses the believer's joy, sorrow, need, and worship, providing a profound connection to God, our Creator.

"Pray without ceasing." (1 Thessalonians 5:17, KJV) Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." (Psalm 100:4, KJV) Introduction • Opening Thought: Prayer is a vital means of communicating with God. It is not a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Psalm 100:4, 1 Chronicles 29:10-13, Psalm 51:1-13, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, James 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Trusting Or Fleeing Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 9, 2022

This Psalm is thought to have been written during the times when David was in the courts of Saul and he was being tempted to flee; and not trust in God but to believe that his safety was only dependent upon his actions.

I. FACING THE TEMPTATION TO FLEE A. People may be used to advise us wrongly (v. 1-3). 1. They were undermining David’s confidence in the Lord. 2. Just like Rabshakeh did to Jerusalem in Hezekiah’s day. 3. People who cannot see things from a spiritual perspective will advise us from their point of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Sin

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 19, 2025

Sin is a deadly virus that destroys the soul, but God has given us the cure through Christ. To walk in freedom, we must acknowledge sin, confess it, and depend on the Holy Spirit to overcome it.

DEALING WITH SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:12-14 Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:8-10, Psalm 51:1-4, Romans 3:23-24, Galatians 5:16-17, Proverbs 28:13 INTRODUCTION: Sin is the greatest enemy of man’s soul. It separates us from God, opens doors to the devil, and hinders us from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Develop Unwavering Faith In God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025

True faith is not a blind leap but a confident assurance based on God’s character and His promises. It grows as we learn to depend on God daily, nurture our relationship with Him, and obey His instructions.

HOW TO DEVELOP UNWAVERING FAITH IN GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 4:20-21, James 1:6-8, Matthew 21:21-22, 2 Corinthians 5:7 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of every believer’s walk with God. Without faith, it is impossible to please Him or ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Romans 4:20-21, James 1:6-8, Matthew 21:21-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Fourth Word From The Cross: "Eloi, Eloi, Lema Sabachthani?" Series

Contributed by Ravin Caldera on Apr 18, 2017

This is a reflection on the forth word from the cross, which is a very difficult passage for exposition. These words give a deep expression of faith ("my God, my God"), universal cry for justice ("why") and, words of deep mystery ("have forsaken me").

And at the ninth hour, Jesus cried with a loud voice, "Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?" which means, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" (Mark 15:34). As Mark stated, about Jewish ninth hour or in our time three o'clock there was darkness over the whole land—out of darkness and despair ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Is Our Fortress Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 23, 2019

As Christians our fortification is not found in anything we could construct ourselves, our fortification is a spiritual fortification in God.

We continue in our theme Dare to be Different and our focus this month is Different Fortification. The dictionary defines fortification as a defensive wall or other reinforcement built to strengthen a place against attack. For us, as Christians, our fortification is not found in anything we could ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 27:7-12, John 14:21, Psalm 27:13-14, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Resting In God's Faithfulness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 4, 2025

Resting in God's faithfulness means trusting in His unchanging character and His promises, regardless of our circumstances.

RESTING IN GOD'S FAITHFULNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 89:1-2 Hebrews 10:23 Numbers 23:19 Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 89:1-2, Hebrews 10:23, Numbers 23:19, Deuteronomy 7:9, Psalm 36:5, 2 Timothy 2:13, 1 Corinthians 1:9, Philippians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Healthy Independence-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 29, 2020

6 of ? The prophet Jeremiah contrasted two major aspects of Independence—Independence from God versus independence from the world. Dependence upon YHWH brings independence from worldly influence. How can I be independent of worldly influence? A Healthy Independence Engages...

HEALTHY INDEPENDENCE-VI—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Jn. 15:18-19—Jesus told His disciples:—“If the world hates you, you know that it hated Me before it hated you. If you were of the world, the world would love its own. Yet because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, therefore the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:8, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Progressing Through The Storm

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

Whether we progress or not often depends on whether we more afraid of God or men. Peter knew that it was impossible to withstand the power of God without losing big time! Making progress despite difficult circumstances

Progressing Through the Storm (Acts 11:10-26) Illustration:"THEY MAY TRIP SEVEN TIMES, BUT EACH TIME THEY WILL RISE AGAIN." (PROVERBS 24:16 NLT) GET UP, GET OVER IT, GET GOING Jonas Salk, who invented the vaccine that wiped out polio, conducted 200 experiments before he got ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:10-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Much For This Soup?value?worth?then?now?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2005

Let us look at value and worth? What is a bowl of lentils worth? That all depends on how hungry you are, and how you value your birthright? Esau bought a very expensive bowl of soup?

VALUE? WORTH? THEN? NOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com KNOWING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VALUE, PRICE AND WORTH? ( I hold before me a bag of lentils. We identify lentils as a Biblical food. You can buy a bag of lentils at any grocery store. The bag I purchased cost $0.79. It is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:30-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy Of The Spirit Is The Measure Of Its Power Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 2, 2008

The problem is that we’ve confused joy with happiness. Happiness is dependent on happenings. Circumstances in your life dictate whether or not you are happy. Joy, on the other hand, is a gift from God - a fruit of the Spirit that transcends whatever is

Opening illustration: During an earthquake some years ago, the inhabitants of a small village were generally very much alarmed, but they were at the same time surprised at the calmness and apparent joy of an old woman whom they all knew. At length one of them, addressing the old woman, said, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Agape Love Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 18, 2011

Our days are numbered, so please take nothing for granted. Stay wide-awake in prayer. Most of all, love each other as if your life depended on it. Love makes up for practically anything.

Who put the bomp In the bomp bah bomp bah bomp? Who put the ram In the rama lama ding dong? Who put the bop In the bop shoo bop shoo bop? Who put the dip In the dip da dip da dip? Who was that man? I'd like to shake his hand He made my baby Fall in love with me Back then, song lyrics were so much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church