Sermons on Desert Bloom:

Philippians Part 6-7 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 6, Chapter 1:9-18 I. Love (v. 9-10) A. With knowledge to discern right and wrong. Their love was to grow in knowledge and sensitive perception so that they would be more and more able to distinguish between right and wrong. (WB pg 18) B. Without offense—love other people ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-18, Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

'tis The Season To Be Expectant And Jubilant Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 2, 2016

Our expectations can bring limitations on people or on God. Jesus works in the realm of faith. He freely limits Himself based on our expectations of Him. It is our expectations of His faithfulness that create and sustain Joy in us.

Intro: Harvard social psychologist Robert Rosenthal’s classic did a study of children to see how they responded to expectations. All the children in one San Francisco grade school were given a standard I.Q. test at the beginning of the school year. The teachers were told the test could ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Ruth: From Dead-Ends To Fresh Starts

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Jun 7, 2021

There is so much we can learn from the story of Ruth.

“Now it came to pass, in the days when the judges ruled, that there was a famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehem, Judah, went to dwell in the country of Moab, he and his wife and his two sons.” Ruth 1:3-4. The name Bethlehem means, “House of Bread.” But because of the famine, there was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:3-4, Job 19:25, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Giant Of Worry Series

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jul 5, 2025

Friends, we live in a world filled with uncertainties and challenges. It’s easy to find ourselves overwhelmed by worry. Yet Jesus offers us a path to peace. In Matthew 6:25-27, He gently invites us to trust God over our anxious thoughts.

Overcoming the Giant of Worry Terry Cavanaugh Overcoming Your Giants / Matthew 6:25–27 SERMON SUBTITLE: “Winning Over Worry” Matthew 6:25 “For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink; nor for your body, as to what you will put ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-27, Matthew 10:29-31

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am With You Always PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024

This sermon explores the promise of Christ's constant presence, encouraging believers to live confidently, knowing they are never alone, guided by Jesus' omnipresence.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a heartwarming pleasure to stand before you today, knowing that we gather not just in the name of fellowship and community, but in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. The same Jesus who, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, promised us in Matthew 28:20, "And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:20

Topics: Omnipresence, Christ

The Lord Is In Control PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

This sermon explores acknowledging God's sovereignty, cultivating faith in His power, and living in a way that allows us to receive His blessings.

Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to be here with you today, gathered in His name, under His roof, and for His glory. We are here today to discuss a topic that is as old as creation itself, yet as fresh as the morning dew. It's a topic that has the power to transform our lives, our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-5

Topics: God's Power

Christmas Eve PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of Emmanuel, God with us, in our lives and how we can embrace and experience His guiding, comforting presence. Key

Good morning, dear friends! Warm greetings to you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It's always a joy to gather together in unity, in the spirit of love and fellowship, as we seek to understand more deeply the profound truths of God's holy Word. Today, we stand on the threshold of a ...read more

Topics: Christmas

The Blueprint For Living

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025

The Bible is God’s living blueprint for daily life, revealing Christ, forming character, and equipping believers to walk in truth and love.

I. Introduction — Trying to Navigate a World With No Map We live in a world that can run you ragged before breakfast. There are so many decisions to make, so much pressure, so many competing voices yelling their version of “truth” into our ears every day. It is incredibly easy to feel like we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13-17, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22, Matthew 7:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Expectations And Responses To The Gospel Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 27, 2024

God has placed a hunger in our heart to hear the truth of the Gospel, it is the “missing piece” that we have – it is this truth that draws us to God, and why we too must tell others the Good News!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 20 The expectations and responses to the Gospel Acts 13:42 – 14:7 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-52, Acts 14:1-7, Matthew 5:6, John 3:18, Matthew 10:14, John 13:34-35, 1 Corinthians 9:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"unless A Kernel Of Wheat Falls To The Ground And Dies..."

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 12, 2024

A sermon about loss and renewal.

“Unless a Kernel of Wheat falls to the Ground and Dies…” John 12:20-33 In our Gospel Lesson for this morning, Jesus unveils the pattern of life we all experience as human beings on this earth. It is the pattern of life for all living things. Jesus says, “Unless a kernel of wheat falls to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

"Doing What I Can”

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 21, 2024

A message on how to live a life that honors God.

On the last week of our Lord’s life on earth,  Jesus spent Wednesday in Bethany with friends. He was honored at a dinner that evening, at the home of Simon the Leper. Simon apparently had been a leper Jesus had healed. John says Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, who Jesus raised from the dead were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Meals

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 8, 2024

This sermon involves the setting up of three meals – the meal of poison , the meal of opened eyes and the meal of Grace and Salvation.

Scripture: Genesis 3:3-7; Luke 24:28-35; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Sermon: The Three Meals This sermon involves the setting up of three meals – you can place the three meals on a table that is in the front of the sanctuary – all three can fit on one table – use a nice tablecloth to accept the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:28-35, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Genesis 3:3-7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Primary Signs Of Jesus' Return - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 27, 2023

The Bible doesn't specifically say what day Jesus will return to Earth to set up His Kingdom, but it does say it "will come like a thief in the night" and tells us some events that must occur first (1 Thessalonians 5:2 ESV).

"when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place." (Matthew 24:33-34 ESV) Let's look at the primary biblical signs of Jesus' return. 1. Gospel Preached ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:33-34, Isaiah 11:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8, Acts 3:19-21, 1 Corinthians 13:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sowing In Faith, Reaping In Hope Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 3, 2024

The Bible often uses agricultural imagery to teach us about spiritual truths. Just like a farmer plants seeds and waits for a harvest, we plant spiritual seeds through prayer, good works, and faithful living.

Sowing in Faith, Reaping in Hope Introduction: It’s such a blessing to gather together and dive into God’s Word. Today, we’re going to explore what it means to live a life of faithful sowing. Our Christian walk often mirrors the rhythms of farming—planting seeds of faith, nurturing them through ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:6, Matthew 13:3-9, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 3:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life Is A Beach

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

Jesus calls every disciple to daily self-denial and Spirit-empowered cross-bearing that ends not in loss but in resurrection life.

(Losing to Gain) Part 1 – The Comfortable Illusion It sounds so inviting: Life is a beach. The phrase promises calm tides, soft sand, a life where the hardest choice is whether to nap or swim. We crave that ease. Sometimes we even remake God in that image—faith as a sunny getaway where problems ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Philippians 3:10-11, Mark 8:34-36, 1 Peter 2:21-24, John 12:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist