Sermons on Divine Approval:

The Manner Of His Preaching Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 11, 2018

The first section of Chapter 2 [v. 1-8] records Paul’s comments about his visit to Thessalonica. His words suggest that people outside the church were charging him with unworthy motives and improper conduct.

5/28/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 5: The Manner of His Preaching (1Th 2:1-8) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 (NIV) 1 You know, brothers and sisters, that our visit to you was not without results. 2 We had previously suffered and been treated outrageously in Philippi, as you know, but with the help of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ's Obedient Death And Resurrection Did It All.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 16, 2002

March 24, 2002 -- SUNDAY OF THE PASSION -- Palm Sunday Passion Sunday Philippians 2: 5-11 Title: “Christ’s obedient death and resurrection did it all.”

March 24, 2002 -- SUNDAY OF THE PASSION -- Palm Sunday Passion Sunday Philippians 2: 5-11 Title: “Christ’s obedient death and resurrection did it all.” This passage seems to be an early Christian hymn, inserted at this point by Paul to reinforce his point made in verses one to five, be of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Heaven, A Holy Place For Holy Believers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 9, 2025

The Bible repeatedly emphasises the holiness of heaven and the requirement for its citizens to live holy lives here on earth. It is not a place for everyone, but for those who have been cleansed by the blood of Jesus and walk in righteousness.

HEAVEN, A HOLY PLACE FOR HOLY BELIEVERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 21:27 "And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb’s book of life." Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:27, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Matthew 5:8, 1 John 3:2-3, Isaiah 35:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting Closer To Our Divine Father Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 25, 2006

It would seem natural that we would long to be close to God, our heavenly father…for every child wants to know the security of being close to their parents: …the familiarity of their faces, the security of their strength, the assurance of their words. T

It would seem natural that we would long to be close to God, our heavenly father…for every child wants to know the security of being close to their parents: …the familiarity of their faces, the security of their strength, the assurance of their words. This is a good model for our relationship with ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Unlocks Divine Favour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025

Divine favour is a supernatural key that God uses to open doors of opportunity, promotion, and blessings that human effort alone cannot achieve.

THE GOD WHO UNLOCKS DIVINE FAVOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 102:13 Key Verse: “Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.” (Psalm 102:13 KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:3-4, Esther 2:17, Genesis 39:21, Luke ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What The Church Ought To Be Part 1

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 10, 2008

We should not interested in finding the approval of men, but our spiritual life is determined by the approval of God.

From the time we are born until the time that we die, we want approval and attention. We often here little children say, “Watch me daddy,” “Look at me, mama.” Teenagers want more than anything else to be popular. They are careful to dress in an acceptable manner. They try to talk in an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Mercy Sunday--Second Sunday Of Easter (Or Sunday Of Divine Mercy)

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 30, 2020

Jesus really did rise from the dead and come back to harass the very people who betrayed him." …Harass your heart, that is, if you are withholding forgiveness from someone.

Jim Friedrich shared that at the entrance to Jerusalem’s Church of All Nations, next to the Garden of Gethsemane, there is a sign warning every visitor: “NO EXPLANATIONS INSIDE THE CHURCH.” The sign is intended to discourage over-talkative tour guides but it’s also what Jesus practiced after his ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

The Process Of Divine Inspiration (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 12, 2023

To establish that the “word of God” was given to the apostles through divine revelations and recorded by them through divine inspiration. We’ll explore if the truth of God has been preserved during its translation from Greek into our English language.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Process of Divine Inspiration Introductory Remarks. 1. This series of lessons discusses the theme: “Divine Revelation and Inspiration.” In truth, we can only say these two processes, revelation, and inspiration, are the work of the “Hands of the Father, the Lord, and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How God Anointed Jesus Of Nazareth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 8, 2025

The anointing was God’s seal of approval upon Jesus’ life and ministry. It empowered Him to confront evil, restore the broken, and do the will of the Father with excellence and impact. That same anointing is available for believers today.

HOW GOD ANOINTED JESUS OF NAZARETH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 10:38 “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.” INTRODUCTION: The anointing is God's ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divinity Covers The Lord Inside And Out

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 18, 2015

To show that our Savior, the LORD JESUS CHRIST is True GOD and Divine, but became a man to save us.

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD your savior? Yes. John 14:6 & Acts 4:12 John 14:6 (Amplified Bible) Jesus said to him, I am the Way and the Truth and the Life; no one comes to the Father except by (through) Me. Acts 4:12 (Amplified Bible) And there is salvation in and through no one else, for there is no ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Name Of Jesus Has Power To Heal Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 26, 2025

The name of Jesus carries divine authority and supernatural power that can heal the sick, deliver the oppressed, and transform impossible situations into living testimonies.

THE NAME OF JESUS HAS POWER TO HEAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 3:1-10 Key Verse: “In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk.” (Acts 3:6) Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:9-10; Mark 16:17-18; John 14:13-14; Acts 4:10-12 INTRODUCTION: The story in Acts 3 reveals the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Facilitate Divine Appointments For Your Family!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 1, 2008

God has a plan. God’s plan is not always STAINED GLASS! GOD CAN TAKE A STAINED LIFE AND ENABLE AND FALICILATE MIRACLES!

FACILITATE DIVINE APPOINTMENTS FOR YOUR FAMILY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Ezekiel 22:30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none. I. WE NEED GODLY WISDOM ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Disconcerting Dilemma Of Divine Inaction-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 28, 2024

2 of 4. Habakkuk faced the disconcerting/unsettling dilemma of Divine 'inaction' towards His people, Judah. What makes, or How is Divine inaction unsettling? 4 fabrications that either: accentuate the dilemma—OR—that muddy/confuse/obscure the answer of God’s inaction.

The DISCONCERTING DILEMMA Of DIVINE INACTION--II —Habakkuk 1:2b(1:1-4) Key Words— •Difficult/Disturbing/Disorienting/Disconcerting/Perplexing/Uncertainty/Unsettling. •Dilemma/Predicament/Quandary/Situation. Attention: One of our mechanically-gifted members told me that he had fixed, ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:2, Habakkuk 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

I Live For The Applause! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 22, 2014

In our everyday life we are confronted by people who let you know all of the things they accomplish in their life.

Matthew 6:1-4-“Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Please Everyone Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 25, 2012

Sermon #2 in a 4 part series on Truth's we must believe extracted from Dr. Chris Thurman's book, Truth's we must believe. Truth #2 is "You can't Please Everyone" companion text is 1 Thess.2:4 and Gal. 1:10

Title: You Can’t Please Everyone Series: TRUTHS We Must Believe #2 I Thessalonians 2:4; Galatians 1:10 CHCC: August 12, 2012 INTRODUCTION: We’re in a 4-week series called Truths We Must Believe. Last week we focused on the truth: “To err is human.” This week ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ