Sermons on Divine Alignment:

Sermon # 34 - A True Disciple Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 11, 2023

There are many who follow Jesus, but only a few who genuinely seek to live as His disciples. Let’s understand who a true disciple is, and what Jesus expects of those who are His disciples.

We read in Matthew 4:25, “Large crowds followed him. They came from Galilee, the Ten Cities, Jerusalem, Judea, and from across the Jordan River.” (GW) Great multitudes of people followed after Jesus while He was here on earth, and there were several reasons why they did so. As we study the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:24-25, Matthew 9:33, Matthew 9:8, John 6:26, John 6:15, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:22-23, Matthew 7:26, John 8:31, Luke 5:11, Philippians 3:5, Philippians 3:7-8, Luke 9:59-60  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

What He Said

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 23, 2025

We can’t just sit by and lift up hands in the church although prayer changes things, but we have to get out there leave the comfort zone of the nest of the church, we have to be seen in the streets, we have to stand together.

“What He Said” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. PRELUDE: - Growing up in the era I did and most of you did I am sure will remember we got whopping’s. My father being a preacher my brother’s and I always said my father would always preach a sermon when we got one. It didn’t kill us, but it made ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

Faith That Lives Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 24, 2026

This sermon calls believers to live by humble, obedient faith—trusting God’s revealed Word, rejecting pride and corruption, and resting in reverent confidence that God’s justice and glory will prevail even when life doesn’t make sense.

Living by Faith When Life Doesn’t Make Sense Faith that Lives Habakkuk 2:2-2:20 In our last message, we left the prophet Habakkuk standing watch upon the walls of one of Judah’s fortified cities—waiting, listening, and wrestling with God. He had begun by crying out over the violence, injustice, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-20

Denomination: Baptist

Prevenient, Justifying, Sanctifying Grace SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 24, 2023

Grace

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a journey, a journey that will take us into the heart of a concept that is as vast as the universe itself, as infinite as God's love for us. This concept, this divine gift, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:2, John 6:44, Romans 3:22-24

Topics: Growing In Grace

How Great Is The Love Of God! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 18, 2000

God’s love is so great that with it he has made us children of Him and with that comes all the royal inheritances if we live the way we are suppose too.

I John 3 – “How great is the Love of God?” Thesis: God’s love is so great that with it he has made us children of Him and with that comes all the royal inheritances if we live the way we are suppose too. Scripture Text: 1 John 3: 1-24 1How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Direct Line To God

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Sep 5, 2006

Understanding the power of prayer!

Humor about prayer: A Direct Line…. In the 1963, President Kennedy had a hot-line installed in the Oval Office to head off the possibility of Nuclear disaster by means of a direct connection with the Kremlin. By simply picking up the phone, the leader of the other large SuperPower would pick up ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Mobilization To End Poverty Report

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 8, 2009

Mike, Grace, Steve & Linda Ruth share what we learned and experienced at the Mobilization.

We started with a PowerPoint show www.runnymedechurch.org/M2EP.zip to give people a feel for the experience. I (Mike Wilkins) spoke about how Congressman John Lewis called us to “get in the way” of government that is going the wrong way, and his call for us to “stay in the house” and protect our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: *other

Walking By Faith, Not By Sight Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen...

Today, we are reminded of a fundamental truth in our Christian journey: walking by faith, not by sight. This concept may seem simple, but it requires intentional practice and surrender. In Scripture, we see numerous examples of God's people facing uncertain situations, where the natural ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

The Dangers Of Filth In Media Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

James 1:21 In-Context So get rid of every filthy habit and all wicked conduct. Submit to God and accept the word that he plants in your hearts, which is able to save you.James 1:21

Verses : Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 4:23-27, Matthew 12:35-37 Today, we address a pressing issue in our culture: the proliferation of filth in music videos, books, movies, and magazines. Sadly, the mantra "Filth sells" drives the entertainment industry, perpetuating a cycle of moral ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, James 1:21

Antichrist Guard Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 13, 2015

Message 11 from 1 John warning about the danger of antichrist philosophy.

Anti-antichrist Armor 1 John 2:18-24 Review/Introduction John wrote to the believers of His day in order to encourage them in their relationship with God. He spoke of a relationship that develops beyond initial faith. He referred to those who don’t really know God at all; unbelievers. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-28

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

In Control Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 19, 2021

No matter what trial or terrible event or test or happenstance we must endure, Jesus calls us to be faithful to the end because He is in control.

ESSENTIAL KING JESUS: IN CONTROL MARK 13:13 #kingjesus USE AUDIO BIBLE: Mark Chapter 13:1-37 [5:08] https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/esv/Mark.13 INTRODUCTION… https://academicinfluence.com/inflection/influence/most-controversial-topics-today [adapted] Controversy is a prolonged public ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mission Of The Lord's Church

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 5, 2002

This is a study of the Ministries of the Church of Christ in this world. Each congregation needs to examine its work to ensure that it is fulfilling God’s glorious purpose.

In Matthew 16:18, Jesus emphatically stated that He would build His "Church and the gates of Hades would not overpower it." Indeed, following His resurrection and ascension, we find His establishing the Church on Pentecost in ACTS 2. Throughout the remainder of the Book of ACTS, we see it "having ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Manage Life Choices

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jan 14, 2002

Life is a smorgesboard of choices...how do I know what is right for me?

How To Manage Life Choices The college faculty were in their annual meeting when, suddenly, an angel appears. Turning to the Dean, the angel said, "I will grant you one of three choices -- infinite wisdom, infinite wealth or infinite health." The Dean thought for a minute, then replied ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:5-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Developing A Prayer-Directed Spirit

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

Preparing our hearts through prayer for combat with evil

As we gather this morning we do so at a unique time in our lives.. a time in which our nation is preparing for war… perhaps a war that will unfold in a more drawn out manner… but still with a call to ‘readiness’ that is fitting of war. The National Guard has been called up. Reserves… possible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Unique Sign

Contributed by Warren Bird on Dec 15, 2002

Why did the shepherds get excited when told that a baby had been born? Why did Simeon and Anna get excited when they saw the baby Jesus? A baby!! So what? So everything - this was the hopes and fears of all the years meeting in Bethlehem that night.

Introduction When a baby is born the new parents get all sorts of different reactions from family and friends: • “Oh, how lovely!” • “Look, he’s got his dad’s eyes!” • “Doesn’t she look just like her mum?” • or, simply, “oh!” But when Mary gave birth to her first son in a stable in Bethlehem ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible