Sermons on Devise:

The Quality And Attitude Of Giving Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 24, 2015

Our gift to God must be totally disinterested, and focused on evangelization.

Thursday of the 3rd Week in Course 2014 Joy of the Gospel We receive in the same measure with which we give. That is the way in which our light shines before humankind. That is the way we attract others to the Gospel of Christ, the Gospel of hope, the Gospel of Life. Jesus Christ, in the plan ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:23-25

Denomination: Catholic

Journey To A Destination

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 8, 2020

The journey to the land of promise seems longer but God warns that return journey to the land of Egypt would be shorter, if His voice is not obeyed. Hearken to His voice for the fulfillment of your destiny.

I. Naturally, destination is a place of rest. This differs from one individual to another under varying circumstances. The land of promise and land of Egypt are two destinations in a Christian (race) journey. The former can be a position, place or height God desires for us as his children ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:3, Deuteronomy 28:68

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are Blessed To Be A Blessing

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 17, 2019

We are blessed to help others in need

In the movie, "Radio," Coach Jones and Radio’s mom have tea. She asks why Coach has spent so much time helping Radio. He responds that it’s the right thing to do. She replies that there’s a whole lot of right out there that needs to be done, but people don’t do it. God places an innate ...read more

Scripture: Esther 3:13, Esther 4:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Controversy Of The Lord

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013

What does the LORD require of you?

THE LORD’S CONTROVERSY. Micah 6:1-8. It is tragic when God has to serve a summons upon His own people. The “prisoner in the dock” is Israel herself, and the LORD is ready to submit His case. The witnesses are the mountains and hills (Micah 6:1), and strong foundations of the earth (Micah 6:2). ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Two Kinds Of Saints We Must Pray For In Our Day Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 12, 2019

Love and fear are the two driving forces in human nature, so we need two kinds of saints today.

Tuesday of 28th Week in Course 2019 St. Theresa of Jesus (of Avila) There are two forces that drive the human being. On the one hand, love responds to the eternal creative and embracing Trinity, who loved us into existence and longs to divinize us. Fear, on the other hand, responds to the evil and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-25, Luke 11:37-41

Denomination: Catholic

Holy Spirit Filled (Exodus 31)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 10, 2024

Could someone have been Holy Spirit filled in the Old Testament? What could this mean for tradesmen today? Let's look at Exodus 31.

Could people have been filled with the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament? Could they have been given gifts of the Holy Spirit? Is some kind of Sabbath rest still relevant to Christians? Let’s look at Exodus 31. Who was Bezalel and why was he filled with the Holy Spirit? The Lord said to Moses, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Triumph (Psalm 10)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2026

Will good triumph over evil?

While we suffer under political, commercial and criminal corruption can we patiently wait for God’s eventual triumph over all evil? Let’s look at Psalm 10. Does God sometimes seem to hide when the wicked trap people with their schemes? Why do you stand far away, Lord? Why do you hide in times of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Refuge In A World At War

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 24, 2003

War tempts us to worry. But every Christ-follower can find a place of safety, a place of rest, a place of protection, a place of shelter… even in the thick of the battle.

War tempts us to worry. On Wednesday evening, President Bush told our nation, “Now that conflict has come, the only way to limit its duration is to apply decisive force.” The president promised “a broad and concerted campaign” but warned that it “could be longer and more difficult than some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Point Of No Return

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 30, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 11: 1 – 23

Jeremiah 11: 1 – 23 The point of no return 1 The word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, 2 “Hear the words of this covenant, and speak to the men of Judah and to the inhabitants of Jerusalem; 3 and say to them, ‘Thus says the LORD God of Israel: “Cursed is the man who does not obey the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 11:11

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Right Hand Of God

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Jan 27, 2020

God is still doing powerful things through His right hand. Learn how to experience the marvelous and miraculous through God's right hand of power.

Introduction What is a new song? I’m sure you have come across the phrase in different passages of the Bible. Psalm 98:1-2 helps us to understand what a new song is and the circumstances that give rise to someone singing a new song. We are told in this bible passage to sing to the Lord a new song ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-2, Exodus 15:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Healthy Independence-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 7, 2020

1 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-I—Jeremiah 17:1-14 Attention: Play Ball! A father introduced his 5-year-old son to the game of baseball by taking him to several games. The Star-Spangled Banner was sung before the start of each game, & the little fellow got to where he had memorized the patriotic ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-4, Jeremiah 17:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

8th Sunday After Pentecost. July 19th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 3, 2023

Year A, Proper 11.

Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:1-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Isaiah 44:6-8, Psalm 86:11-17, Romans 8:12-25, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43 A). AN UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER WITH GOD. Genesis 28:10-19a. GENESIS 28:10. Jacob had defrauded his brother Esau of both his birthright and his blessing. So now Jacob ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-19, Psalm 139:1-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Isaiah 44:6-8, Psalm 86:11-17, Romans 8:12-25, Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Importance Of Personal Bible Study Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

We focus this morning on the one spiritual habit that will move the needle for your growth – adopting a personal habit of reading the Bible.

Gideon’s video to begin the message in the second and third worship service. I am grateful for the Gideon’s worldwide ministry because these volunteer men placed copies of God’s Word in hands of students and in hotel rooms. These businessmen are a part of our church and churches all over the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Contending With The Spirit Of Python

Contributed by James May on Aug 31, 2022

The enemy of our souls would love nothing more than to squeeze the spiritual life out of the church, but we have the power of the Holy Ghost and the Word of God to give us victory over the spirit of Python.

Contending with the Spirit of Python In the Book of Acts we see a record of the early ministries of the Apostles and the spreading of the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout the known world. On the Day of Pentecost, when the Holy Ghost came in and ignited a Holy Spiritual Fire in the hearts of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-18, Leviticus 19:31, Leviticus 20:27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What God Hates!

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Jan 16, 2005

The things God Hates!!!

WHAT GOD HATES PROVERBS 6:16-19 Don’t you just hate it when another vehicle cuts you off on the freeway and especially Big Trucks!! Or I really hate talking to those automated phone systems, and pushing all the different buttons to get to that person you want and then you get some voice ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Pentecostal