Sermons on Disappearance:

Sermon On A Wolf In Sheep's Clothing

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 31, 2020

The prospect of affluence

Abraham Lincoln once stated: “The shepherd drives the wolf from the sheep’s throat, for which the sheep thanks the shepherd as his liberator, while the wolf denounces him for the same act as the destroyer of liberty. Plainly the sheep and the wolf are not agreed upon a definition of liberty.” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 10:16

Patience Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 12, 2016

Christians are being martyred all across the Middle East in countries that once tolerated them. Churches are being destroyed and brought to rubble. Entire Christian communities are being wiped out and even crucifixion is back. Can we patiently wait?

Patience 2 Peter 3 For many of us patience is a virtue that is difficult to cultivate in our hustle bustle society. The world moves at the speed of the internet while many of us are left trying to keep up. I’m reminded of that old ketchup commercial for Heinz were two small boys are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Gatherer Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 21, 2016

In these verses we see both king and kingdom and the people who make up the kingdom.

Isaiah 11:11-16 The Gatherer 4/22/01e D. Marion Clark Introduction We come to the last of our three sections in chapter 11. In verses 1-5 we considered the person of the Branch of Jesse, i.e. the Messiah who will reign over his kingdom. He is to be a king of wisdom, power, and righteousness. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Anticipation: Meeting Jesus In The In-Between Times - 12 Of 14 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Jan 28, 2021

The period between Easter and Pentecost is divided into two distinct periods, punctuated by the Ascension of Jesus at the end of forty days. The final ten days were given a sharp focus by the final command of Jesus to wait. Those ten days were certainly an "in-between time."

May 17, 1998 John 14:23-29; Acts 16:9-15 The period between Easter and Pentecost is divided into two distinct periods, punctuated by the Ascension of Jesus at the end of forty days. The final ten days were given a sharp focus by the final command of Jesus to wait in Jerusalem for the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29, Acts 16:9-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Was Born Into The Real World--Our World

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2019

A brief sermon for Christmas Eve.

“Jesus Was Born into the Real World—Our World” Luke 2:1-20 There is an old story about a fisherman and his wife. Like most fishermen, this guy worked hard for not much pay. He was out before sunrise every morning and worked well into the day. He would cast his nets again and again, hauling ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

A Time To Be Blessed Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 24, 2019

This is the 4th sermon in the "A Time To..." series from Haggai. (This sermon and series is updated from 2004.)

Series: A Time To… [#4] A TIME TO BE BLESSED Haggai 2:10-19 Introduction: I read this prayer written by Frank Morris. Dear Lord, so far today, God, I’ve done all right. I haven’t gossiped, haven’t lost my temper, haven’t been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, over-indulgent, coveted my ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God When Times Are Tough

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jan 20, 2020

The season after Christmas can be blah. All the excitement is gone and we're left with the emotional crash after. This sermon speaks to how we can trust God when times are tough.

Trusting God When Times Are Tough: The Christmas Hangover Have you ever had a hangover? I hear they can be rough. You know the story… the night before, you felt alive. You even loved everyone. Then you wake the next morning, and you can't say for sure, but you might be dead. Once in a while, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Episcopal

A Warning That Bears Repeating

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 10, 2022

As the days draw nearer for the Lord's promised return, more people are choosing the wealth of the world rather than taking care of the most precious commodity they have, and that is their soul. Nothing of this world is worth the loss of eternal life with Christ.

Some time ago, I watched a series of programs that the BBC (British Broadcasting Company) had produced which centered on a variety of individuals who had encountered the Lord Jesus Christ at some point in their lives yet walked away with nothing more than faint curiosity, some conversation, or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:35-37, Luke 12:13-21, Luke 16:19-31, Matthew 16:24-27, Matthew 19:16-22, Mark 10:17-22, Luke 18:18-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Or Alive Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 14, 2022

What does it mean for a church be spiritually dead or truly alive?

Dead or Alive lanny smith Seven / Sardis / Revelation 3:1–6   • Three years ago this month, I had a table saw accident which damaged two fingers on my left hand. • It was, like most injuries, completely avoidable. • I hurried. • I took a shortcut. • I was inattentive to the risk. • It is a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:6, Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ungodly Division

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 13, 2023

If there are not doctrinal issues, 99% of divisions are ungodly.

Galatians 5:20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, Strife - factions, contentions Seditions- disunion, dissension, division, sedition Heresies choosing disunion creating sects. Much is said about most of the items in the list of works of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:20, Romans 15:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Courage Of Conviction

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 1, 2023

The courage of conviction is said to have the confidence to do what is believed to be right, even though other people may not agree or approve.

Anil Sinha, an India-born journalist once remarked: “Confidence is something you acquire in yourself by believing in self-ability with courage and conviction.” Deuteronomy 31:6 confirms: “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Titus 1:9, Romans 10:17, 2 Timothy 1:7

Hearts On Fire

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023

What does it mean to be on fire for God, and how can we get on fire? The two men on the road to Emmaus give us the answer.

Several weeks ago I was convicted about the fact that my spiritual life had become stale and cold. I was reading my Bible, but I wasn’t getting anything out of it. God wasn’t answering my prayers. My interests were more on myself than anything else. It seemed that my desire for God had been stolen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Personal Call Of Jesus

Contributed by Anthony (Tony) Charles on Jul 25, 2025

The greatest miracle in the Christian life is not healing, deliverance, or provision—but the personal call of Jesus Christ. When Jesus calls your name, it’s not because you're needy—it's because you're chosen.

THE PERSONAL CALL! THE TWELVE WHO HEARD THEIR NAMES! Listen to me today, beloved! I want to tell you about the most powerful thing in all of Scripture - more powerful than healing! More powerful than deliverance! More powerful than provision! THE PERSONAL CALL OF JESUS! Look at the original twelve ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The God Who Fights Invisible Battles Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025

We serve a God who not only sees the invisible but fights our battles on that level. God is not only a warrior; He is the LORD of Hosts, the Commander of the armies of Heaven.

THE GOD WHO FIGHTS INVISIBLE BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:14, Psalm 91:1-8, Isaiah 54:17, Ephesians 6:12, Psalm 35:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Life is more than what meets the eye. There is a spiritual realm that governs much of what happens in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Covenant Of Salt

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 29, 2025

Matthew 5:13 – “You are the salt of the earth.”

Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, I want to talk about something sacred and often overlooked — something that has spiritual weight and covenant significance. Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth.” Not just a metaphor, but a calling, a covenant, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, Leviticus 2:13, Numbers 18:19, 2 Chronicles 13:5, Revelation 1:6, Revelation 5:10, Ezekiel 16:4, Genesis 19:26, Luke 17:32, Colossians 4:6, Luke 14:34  (view more)  (view less)