Sermons on Discerner:

Sandals Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

Advent, then, becomes a journey of unveiling—a sacred pilgrimage into the depths of our hearts and the heart of our communities.

Advent beckons us into a sacred space of anticipation, where we prepare for the multifaceted coming of the Lord—his sacramental arrival at Christmas, his individual visitation at the end of our lives, and his collective advent at the culmination of time. Yet, what if we were told that the Christ we ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Other

Hard And Bitter Truths

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 16, 2025

The church as an agent of moral and spiritual transformation is becoming lukewarm. Hard and bitter truths are no longer preached in many churches. The church must wake up and once again shake the world like the days of the Apostles.

TEXT: 2 Cor 7:8-10 (NLT) "I am not sorry that I sent that severe letter to you, though I was sorry at first, for I know it was painful to you for a little while. Now I am glad I sent it, not because it hurt you, but because the pain caused you to repent and change your ways. It was the kind of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-10, 1 Corinthians 5:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Serpentine Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible.

The Serpentine Spirit, also known as the Spirit of the Snake or the Spirit of Deception, is a malevolent entity mentioned in the Bible. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to deceive, manipulate, and destroy. In this, we will explore how the Serpentine ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:3, Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 59:2

Fulfilling Our Ministry Call

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2024

Jesus knew that God’s plan for Him and His human parents was to grow in wisdom and grace, and to be obedient to them as He was to His heavenly Father.

Saturday of the 9th week in Course 2024 There are only a few precious stories in Scripture about the childhood of Christ, mostly like this one in Luke’s Gospel. We know that Joseph and his family were devout Jews, even going up annually to Jerusalem to celebrate Passover. It’s important to know how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8, Luke 2:41-51

Denomination: Catholic

Do You Understand What You Are Reading?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 30, 2022

We read Scripture because we want to know more about God and His plan for us. But do we really understand?

Thursday of the 3rd week in Easter It is no surprise that whenever someone is reading from the OT during NT times, he is probably reading from an Isaiah scroll. The only time that Jesus gave His disciples an extensive Bible lesson, He began with Moses and then the prophets and asked “was it not ...read more

Scripture: John 6:44-51, Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Catholic

Are You Trusting In God

Contributed by Nancy Peren on Jun 25, 2022

When we start to become dependent on man, we are no longer dependent on God.

The base text for this message is in Jeremiah 17:5-10. When we start to become dependent on man, we become less dependent on God. In fact, we eventually become far away from His presence. We no longer have a firm foundation. So then when man fails us and deceives us, we are alone. We have ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 1:7, James 1:5, 2 Timothy 2:15, Isaiah 53:6-7, Proverbs 3:5-6, Deuteronomy 4:29-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beware Of Fellowship Destroyers Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 29, 2022

This is John's warning against antichrists.

In verses 18-19: • John is writing to warn of antichrists. • Not just the antichrist after the rapture. but of false teachers then and now. • These are people that profess to be Christians, supposedly teaching the Bible, but are actually giving false words. • Study the scriptures so that we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Churches Through First Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 10, 2021

Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark set a new journey with Gospel. They had full Gospel to give to all on their way. They ventured with a new message of the Love of Christ. Read to enjoy their journey.

Acts 13:04-52 Churches through First Missionary Journey 13:04-12 Mission work at Paphos 13:13-42 Mission work at Pisidian Antioch 13:43-52 Preaching at Synagogue and Opposition Acts 13:04-12 Mission work at Paphos Island Paul, Barnabas, and John Mark had sailed to Seleucia and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:4-52

Denomination: Methodist

Spirit Vs Flesh

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Nov 28, 2020

The battle for control of our lives takes place in our minds! There are two opposing mindsets. These two mindsets affect ALL OF LIFE!

The battle for control of our lives takes place in our minds! There are two opposing mindsets. These two mindsets affect ALL OF LIFE! — How we view life — What we value — What motivates us — How we behave What we think about impacts what we do and become! Romans 8:5-8 For they that are after the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8, 2 Corinthians 4:3-4, 1 Corinthians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

It's All Part Of Gods Plan?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

It’s all apart of God’s plan? I have heard that said in several different ways. So, what should we say then when bad things happen? Some may say God is still all powerful and all knowing so it seems like it’s still God’s plan that this bad thing happened isn’t it? Kinda, sort of or maybe. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, James 1:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our God Is X-Factor! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Jan 5, 2021

There is an unknown to be known, an X-factor in all believers of our Lord Jesus! Defined the X-factor is a variable in a given situation that could have the most significant impact on the outcome.

There is no words in the Bible that describes our God with an "X". It goes from 'wrong' to 'yarn' in the Concordance. Daniel lived when King Xerxes i and II of Persia. Today's dictionary has the words 'X-Ray machine and Xield which means a buffer for protection of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:36-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Love & Doctrine Series

Contributed by Othniel Andrew on Mar 16, 2018

There is a lot of confusion and confrontation when it comes to love and doctrine. Many argue that love is more important or love is enough! On the other hand, there are others who emphasize more on doctrine and avoid others who don't agree with them.

The Importance of Love & Doctrine ***************************** Mark 1:22 And they were astonished at His doctrine: for He taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes. John 14:21 He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall ...read more

Denomination: Independent Bible

Be Led By Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 26, 2017

The blind man sees through the eyes of the one leading him. But the one who is not blind sees through His own eyes. Therefore the blind man leans on the understanding of he who leads him but the one who sees leans on his own understanding.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: BE LED BY JESUS John 9:39-41King James Version (KJV) 39 And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind. 40 And some of the Pharisees which were with him heard ...read more

Scripture: John 9:39-41

Denomination: Charismatic

Deception!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 17, 2014

The devil’s strategy of attack is always sly and he would attack you when you are vulnerable and least expect! Caution!

Sly sneaky attack! Joshua 9:4”….on their part acted with cunning and went and made ready provisions and took worn-out sacks for their donkeys, and wineskins, worn-out and torn and mended.” You may be aware of a frontal attack but not so when it is sly, sneaky, surreptitious and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wives Submit Yourselves Unto Your Own Husbands

Contributed by George Warner on Oct 16, 2021

Next to no wife a good wife is best

A relationship with God is not a one way thing. We speak to God through prayer and he speaks to us through certain kinds of guidance and phenomena. These include but are not limited to the use of scripture. As many as are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God. This Spirit is also the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18, Proverbs 18:22