Sermons on Divine Companion:

The Jesus Way Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 7, 2022

In sermon Jesus reminds us that when it comes to getting into heaven there is only one way. The Jesus Way.

How many of you have trouble with driving around Pittsburgh? I have been here for eight years and I have not quite figured out the way to get around Pittsburgh. It is very tough. I remember I was here a few months and we were trying to find a mall and I got lost. Being a man, we don’t like to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:9, John 14:1-14, John 1:14, John 1:18

Denomination: Christian Church

What's Missing? Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

To accomplish the mission Christ has called us to, believers need an ongoing appropriation of the VITALITY and LIFE of the Spirit of God.

What’s Missing? Acts 18:24-19:7 Many of you may be familiar with John Wesley, the English protestant and unintentional founder of the Methodist Church. He was born a little over 300 years ago in 1703. His early life suggested he would certainly become a minister. He was the son of a minister, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

2) Seeking Grace

Contributed by James Lyons on Mar 9, 2023

Part II

2) Seeking Grace, Ruth 1:18-2:4 We left off last week listening to Ruth’s interchange with her disheartened mother-in-law, Naomi. And we saw in Ruth 1:16-17 her incredible statement of faith. Let’s look at it again. 16 And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-22, Ruth 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

One Step Closer To The Tomb Tenebrae Service

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 27, 2023

This is a solemn service for the night of Good Friday. It is a candlelight service that brings Jesus to the tomb and then ends with a solemn and quiet dismissal.

Welcome. Introduce guests. Instructions: Tonight is going to be a little different from most services that you are used to. A solemn occasion. It commemorates the crucifixion, the death, and burial of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we begin our service, I emphasize that as the service ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Mom

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 4, 2021

God chose Mary to be Jesus' mom for some very specific reasons, and this reasons are a great guide and example for mothers today.

Jesus’ Mom NOW - we’ve come together this morning for 2 primary reasons. ONE - is to honor our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ with our worship (and HE so deserves or praise and worship)... AND THE OTHER - is to honor our mothers. YOU KNOW – moms are amazing… I MEAN – when you really think ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am Worthy Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 9, 2021

I want you to know the God you don’t know as well as you should. The study of God, as He reveals Himself in Scripture, is the supreme study of a lifetime. You can know more about God than you do now and you can be closer to Him than you have ever been before.

How many of you had a kaleidoscope growing up? We all at least know what a kaleidoscope is, right? It’s usually a tube that you hold up to the light and see a beautiful picture made up of colorful pieces of glass or stones or paper. You turn the end of the tube and the mirrors rotate and the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus' Water Is That Good (John 4:1-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 15, 2022

Jesus is greater than Jacob; his water is also better. It gives joy, and an abundant life, and leads to knowing Jesus and his Father (John 17:3).

Let's start this morning by simply rereading 4:1-3. These three verses mark a transition in John to a new story: (4:1) Then, when Jesus knew that the Pharisees heard that Jesus, many more disciples he is making and baptizing than John-- although Jesus himself was not baptizing, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15, John 17:3

Joshua (1494-1385 Bc, Died At 110) Part 1 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 16, 2023

Possessing the promise; footnotes from biblegateway.com

“Canaan – both sides of the Jordan River; taking / sharing the land is no easy task; 7-8 year conquest; Joshua is the Old Testament equivalent to Yeshua (God is salvation), Jesus; type: Chapter 2:21 = red cord ; written by Joshua per Chapter 24:26 after the division of the land among the tribes. ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Goliath Of Gath Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 19, 2022

Some of the most popular and enduring stories involve an underdog who overcomes tremendous obstacles and secures victory against the odds. Arguably the most famous of such stories is the unlikely triumph of David—the young Israelite shepherd—against the battle-hardened Philistine.

Tom lowe 3/17/2022 bDavid and Goliath Goliath is a character in the biblical Book of Samuel, described as a Philistine giant defeated by the young David in single combat. The story signified Saul's unfitness to rule since Saul himself should have fought for Israel. Scholars today believe that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:45-47

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 8, 2023

Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we respond in a way that facilitates the work of the Holy Spirit, or will we respond in the flesh, pursuing worthy goals in an unworthy manner? Message examines biblical revelation of how to respond.

Intro Persecution: Will we experience increased persecution in the days ahead? If so, will we be prepared and equipped to handle it well? These are questions that naturally arise as we read our text today. It’s found in Matthew 5:10--12: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12, Luke 6:22-26, John 3:19-20, 1 Peter 2:1-24, 1 Corinthians 4:11-18, Acts 5:41, Matthew 5:44, 2 Timothy 4:1-6, Matthew 13:1-21, Hebrews 10:26-29, Mark 8:34, 2 Timothy 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Benefits Of Persecution Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 16, 2023

In this exposition of Jesus's 8th Beatitude ("Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake"), we explore biblical revelation as to why persecution is a blessing, more specifically, what are the benefits of persecution for God's people.

Intro We are considering the 8th Beatitude in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Persecution is a major theme in Scripture. We see it in the first family; it runs all through the Old and New Testaments; and in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 John 3:12, John 16:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:12, Matthew 24:9-14, Acts 14:22, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Acts 8:1-4, Mark 13:11, 1 Peter 5:10, Job 23:10, Isaiah 43:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

How To Improve Your Serve With God Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 12, 2021

As Christians we are called to be servants! Yes, I said the “s” word “servants” – for many this term seems to imply to some – a slave - But Jesus (The Great I Am) came to serve and so should we.

Series: How to Improve your serve? Illustration: Racquet ball and hit a few racquet balls into the audience! Give away 5 dollar Dunken Donut cards to those who catch them! Over the years I have played tennis with Kathy off and on, but I really loved playing racquetball! I learned from others that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 2:4-8, Matthew 20:25-28, 1 Kings 19:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Study The Bible Like A Pro Class #7a - Foundational Rules Of Bible Interpretation Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2022

A class on the Fundamentals of Interpreting the Bible (2 Parts)

1. The Bible is generally easy to understand. It is not confusing or mystical. This is why it’s OK to study a Bible in our language. Most passages and verses are plain and clear. We understand what is being said easily and right away. But in some verses we can run into difficulty, so we turn to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Who Delivers Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 6, 2024

THE LORD DELIVERS US FROM 1. ENEMIES 2. FEARS 3. TROUBLES 4. SICKNESS 5. DEATH 6. EVIL 7. DEVIL

THE LORD WHO DELIVERS US     OUTLINE   1.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR ENEMIES   2.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR FEARS   3.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR TROUBLES   4.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR SICKNESSES   5.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beginning Of Pains (Deceivers & Disasters) - Mark 13:5-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 10, 2024

In times like ours, how does one keep from lying awake at night with anxiety over what we see in the news every day? In today’s passage, Jesus provides direct insight into how to read the news headlines in a way that brings peace, calm, and courage, rather than anxiety, fear, and cowardice.

Mark 13:5 Jesus said to them: "Watch out that no one deceives you. 6 Many will come in my name, claiming, 'I am he,' and will deceive many. 7 When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 8 Na-tion will rise against ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:5-8, Matthew 24:4-8, Luke 21:8-11