Sermons on Divine Spark:

Why The Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 21, 2019

What Jesus did for us should leave us in awe.

Why the Word Became Flesh Hebrews 2:5-18 Even though we find the words “And the Word became flesh and tabernacled among us” in the Gospel of John, the Book of Hebrews describes the incarnation of Jesus in detail. The first chapter of Hebrews sets the table for the earthly Jesus. He describes the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18, Hebrews 2:5-18, John 1:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Committed To Serve Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 1, 2019

Knowing the disciples would face a difficult and discouraging task at times, Jesus sought to encourage them by reminding them of their standing with God. We too can draw strength from the Lord and need reminded of that which is available to the believer.

Committed to Serve Matthew 10: 29-33 Jesus had shared much with the disciples prior to sending them out in pairs of two for ministry. He had been very straightforward with them, revealing the difficulties and opposition they would encounter as the proclaimed the Good News. Some would happily ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

Security Of The Believer (Pt. 1)

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on May 7, 2018

If we live as God intends and Jesus taught, our security—conditional or unconditional—is in the hands of our Savior.

One of the things we were taught at Evangelical is that preachers must not avoid difficult subjects or passages: those sincere believers may disagree on. In the next two weeks we consider such a subject. We ask God’s guidance and grace as we seek to understand. The doctrine of unconditional ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Other

Where There Is Suffering You Will Surely Find The Savior

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Mar 26, 2014

The Father's will is to heal and bless his children. Some are satisfied with bodily healing; we must go a step further and receive spiritual healing.

Today’s story from John’s gospel is about a solitary human being who was born blind. He had never seen a sunrise or the beauty of a flower. He hadn’t seen the face of his parents or another human being and yet…….. he never complained. He was alive but his ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

Denomination: Anglican

Last Words Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 19, 2014

Jesus last words were those of love, forgiveness, pain, and victory

John 19:23-30 “Last Words” INTRODUCTION None of us like change. Sometimes even being introduced to something new is threatening. As we ponder the events of the first Good Friday, we are witnesses to the response of the world powers (at that time) to a message of love and ...read more

Scripture: John 19:23-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Altared - Pt. 3 - Pinky Swear! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 13, 2013

Once prominent in churches. Once prominent in life. Now seldom seen in our buildings. Have they also disappeared from our life? We have been called to live an "Altared" life. Why?

Altared - Pt. 3 - Pinky Swear I. Introduction For some it was padded. For others it folded down. For some a simple rail. For others it was built in and for others it was a separate piece of furniture that often became a display location for offering plates, plastic flowers, and croquette covered ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Power Through Faith

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 18, 2014

When we demonstrate faith in God and in His word, we will experience His power for miraculous deeds.

POWER THROUGH FAITH Study Text: Mark 11:20-24 And passing on early, they saw the fig-tree dried up from the roots. Mar 11:21 And Peter, remembering, said to Him, Rabbi, behold, the fig tree which You cursed has withered away. Mar 11:22 And answering Jesus said to them, Have faith of God. Mar ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:20-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Created For The Work Of His Purpose/Identity Check Part 4 Series

Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 21, 2014

You were created to be used for His purpose

We continue this morning with part four of Identity Check. What I want you to do with me… If you have a copy of the Scriptures, I want you to go with me to the book of Revelation, chapter 4, and I want you to go with me down to verse 11. It reads like this. It says, "Worthy are you, our Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living The Perfect Pattern/Identity Check Part 6 Series

Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 21, 2014

Living The Perfect Pattern

Today, what we do is we come to Part 6 of Identity Check: Living a Verified Life. If you have your Bible, I want you to open with me to the book of 1 Peter and go down to chapter 2, and I want you to find verse 18. In verse 18, it says, "Servants, be subject to your masters with all respect, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Presence Within And Among Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 11, 2015

To show that GOD dwells within and among us.

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD's Presence within you? Yes. Within and among me. Colossians 1:27 Colossians 1:27 (Amplified Bible) To whom God was pleased to make known how great for the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ within and among you, the Hope of [realizing the] ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 26:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

In God's Protection

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 19, 2015

To show that JESUS is both our Protector and protection.

I. EXORDIUM: Is GOD your protection? Yes. Psalms 91:11 Psalms 91:11 (Amplified Bible) For He will give His angels [especial] charge over you to accompany and defend and preserve you in all your ways [of obedience and service]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Surrounded With Favour. Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Sep 7, 2015

How we are surrounded with God’s favour that can lead us to our destiny.

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Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Ordained Messenger

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 7, 2017

The humble man of God - John the Baptist The Ordained Messenger of the Gospel The fulfillment of Prophecy

The Ordained Messenger Mark 1:1-8 Mark opens his book with these words: “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” Wow, what an opening statement! The first thing that came to my mind was the opening words of the bible – the Book of Genesis: “In the beginning God created the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-3, Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Just Isn't Fair

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 24, 2019

We struggle to try and understand that good and bad things occur without regard to persons, be they good and devout or be they back-sliders or heathen.

Weekend Message/Devotion March 24, 2019 Luke 3:1-9 There are many parallels in today’s reading with the message that I shared November 17, 2017, entitled Judgment Day is Coming. If you are inclined, you can research that message at: Sermon Central.com by clicking on the button for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-9, Matthew 25:31-46, Ecclesiastes 9:11, Mark 1:4, Mark 1:9-11, Luke 3:21-22, Matthew 3:11-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring The Creation Mandate Through Discipleship Series

Contributed by Rev. Felix Cornelius Agyei on Mar 28, 2019

If the Church of God desires to see the Kingdom of God established within the hearts of all people, then we need to take Jesus command to make disciples very serious. It is discipleship that humanity receives back the creation mandate

INTRODUCTION Whenever we talk of Disciples and Discipleship, the attention of most of us quickly moves to the Original disciples of Jesus, others like Paul, and or Church leaders/executives. Seldom do we think that we are all supposed to be Disciples of Christ, called to touch each other’s lives ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, Matthew 28:17-20, Mark 3:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed