Sermons on Discernment:

A New Calling Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on May 12, 2024

God calls us to be holy as He is holy. Is this even possible? Consider these thoughts about how we are holy.

From the beginning of time, God has desired to have a relationship with people. We saw it as we looked at the new creation when God placed everything under mankind’s dominion. It was evident as we looked at the new life as we saw how God provided even after people messed things up by listening to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Upholding The Truth In The Last Days

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025

The last days will be marked by deception, compromise, and persecution of those who uphold the truth. However, as believers, we are called to stand firm, discerning between truth and error, and boldly declaring God’s unchanging Word.

UPHOLDING THE TRUTH IN THE LAST DAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; and they will turn their ears away from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Abigail Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Abigail’s story is a testament to the power of wisdom, humility, and divine favour. She exemplifies how one person’s godly wisdom can prevent bloodshed, change destinies, and bring honour. Through her actions, she not only saved lives but also secured a place of blessing in history.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ABIGAIL – WISE WOMAN WHO SAVED DAVID FROM BLOODSHED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 25:32-33 "And David said to Abigail, Blessed be the LORD God of Israel, which sent thee this day to meet me: And blessed be thy advice, and blessed be thou, which hast kept me ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:32-33, Proverbs 15:1, James 1:5, Ecclesiastes 7:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Hearing God’s Voice Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 2, 2025

Hearing God’s voice is not a luxury; it is a necessity. It is the foundation for a fruitful, victorious, and fulfilling Christian life. Those who hear Him walk in light, avoid unnecessary battles, and live a life of purpose and power.

THE IMPORTANCE OF HEARING GOD’S VOICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:27 "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 30:21; Revelation 3:20; Romans 8:14; 1 Samuel 3:9-10; Psalm 85:8 INTRODUCTION: The Christian journey is not meant ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mind Control 7 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 11, 2006

A mature Believer must have the hard steel of discernment and perseverance blended together with the soft steel of humility. True humility is not a groveling, self-despising spirit. It is a right estimate of ourselves, as God sees us.

Proper perspective brings assurance and confidence. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing. 12 And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, 13 and to esteem them ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-17

Having And Giving Authority

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 18, 2009

How do we decide whom to help and how, of all the needs presented? Jesus responded to the needs that presented themselves, He discerns what the real problems are, and He trusted others with authority.

The problem is never whether somebody needs help. The problem is always which somebody we can help. The issue is never whether there are any needs. There are always needs. In any given moment there are more needs than anyone person can possibly address. The issue is how to make the choice. Who ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Return Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 1, 2014

In the Parable of the Fig Tree Jesus taught that one can tell what is coming by watching the signs. As surely as one can discern the approach of summer by the leafing of a tree, so these signs announce the nearness of the kingdom.

LUKE 21: 24-29-33 [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE RETURN OF CHRIST / THE FIG TREE [Romans 8:18-25] The portion of Jesus’ discourse we are looking at this morning entails what is to be after the time of the Gentiles has been fulfilled in respect to Jerusalem. The heavens will be observably ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

On That Day (Jesus' Return)

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 4, 2013

What do we actually know about the day of Jesus' return? Some seem to have spiritual insight and have the ability to discern signs in the sky. Is that what Jesus said we should be doing?

On That Day Matthew 24:36-44 Introduction Reading a little in Romans 13, the idea of being awake in our spiritual life intrigues me. One reason is that the day of Jesus is coming! Romans 13:11 “And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Reading? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 20, 2023

If we listen to God and the Lost, we'll be able to discern how to share the gospel and help people respond in faith. Check out these thoughts from our Family Minister Scott Jewell.

I’m going to do something different this morning as we get started. Normally, we read the scripture that is listed up on the screen as we get started, but today I want to read from Colossians 4:2,5-6 and then we’ll focus on the passage in Acts. As I read this, file it in the back of your mind ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Redeeming Word

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Oct 28, 2023

The Word of God is living & powerful, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul & spirit, joints & marrow, & is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.

I was watching TV the other night when a commercial came on. The narrator said these words, "We all know words have power." That got my attention. I heard that and I couldn't help wonder to myself, "Do we really?" Do we really know how powerful our words can be? Do we know ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16, John 1:1-5, Genesis 1:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Overcoming The Barriers To Destiny Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

Destiny helpers are essential for fulfilling God’s purpose, but various barriers can hinder these divine connections. Spiritual opposition, personal attitudes, environmental factors, and failure to discern helpers are some of the major obstacles.

OVERCOMING THE BARRIERS TO DESTINY HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 37:26-28 "And Judah said unto his brethren, What profit is it if we slay our brother, and conceal his blood? Come, and let us sell him to the Ishmaelites, and let not our hand be upon him; for he is our brother ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:26-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Time To Engage: "Distant Discipleship”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 2, 2025

Last time we met I introduced what I called being a secret disciple. Today, I’d like to introduce another type of disciple, one seen in the life of Peter, which I am calling, being a distant disciple. A distant disciple is one who follows Jesus, but at a distance.

Time to Engage: The Journey to Discipleship “Distant Discipleship” Luke 22:54-62 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnO8Qw29I6w As you probably know, we’re on the third word in the vision I believe God gave to us last year. And this new series takes us into the issue of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Foursquare

A Right Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 29, 2019

In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship

Introduction: In today’s continuation of our series “ Red Letter’s” we will pay special attention to: 1. The Necessity of Discernment 2. Having the Right Perception of Jesus 3. The Encouragement from Jesus to Keep Our Spirits Right & 4. The Cost of Discipleship I. Luke 9:37-42: Discernment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-62, Luke 19:10, Luke 9:23, Luke 9:62, Luke 9:58, Luke 9:50, Luke 9:44, Luke 9:56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

A Prayer For The Congregation Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 31, 2020

This message examines Paul's prayer for the Philippians in 1:3-11 identifying major elements in the prayer that we can emulate. Paul prays with (1) thanksgiving (2) confidence (3) passion and (4) purpose.

We have begun a study of Philippians. Last week we dealt with the history of this church as recorded in Acts 16. God has sovereignly chosen to give us a lot of information about the founding of the church at Philippi. All of that is helpful in our interpretation of this letter. In that message we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Ephesians 3:20, 1 John 3:2, Psalm 92:1, 1 Peter 1:7, Acts 24:16, 1 Thessalonians 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Recognising And Embracing Destiny Helpers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

Destiny helpers are people divinely positioned to aid, uplift, and guide us toward fulfilling God's purpose for our lives.

RECOGNISING AND EMBRACING DESTINY HELPERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:33-35 "But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him, And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:33-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God