Sermons on Dwell:

Be Holy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The sermon's main point is to explore the meaning of living a holy life in obedience to God, following Jesus' example, and relying on the Holy Spirit, as it is not an optional extra but an essential part of our Christian walk.

Good morning, church family! If you've got your Bibles with you, let's open them to 1 Peter, chapter 1, verses 13 through 16. Today, we're going to talk about what it means to live a holy life in obedience to God, following the example of our Lord Jesus Christ, and leaning on the power of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Topics: Holiness

The True Vine PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

To explore the profound truths in John 15:1-8, emphasizing our need to remain connected to God, our source of life, in order to bear fruit that glorifies Him.

Good morning to you, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we're going to dig deep into a powerful passage from the Gospel of John, chapter 15, verses 1-8. Now, these verses are like a three-course meal, serving us The Source of Life, The Necessity of Abiding, and The Promise of Fruitfulness. Or, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Topics: Believers, Relationship, Christ

The Enduring Influence Of A Godly Mother PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of modeling faith within the family and mentoring future generations through Biblical principles for spiritual development.

Warm greetings, beloved family of God. Here we are, gathered together once again, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us here to drink from His well of truth, to be nourished by His Word, and to be shaped by His Spirit. As we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-15

Topics: Mother's Day

The Trial Of Stephen, Part 1

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 18, 2024

We need to be bold like Stephen was to defend our faith in Christ, not only for our sake, but for the sake of those who hear us.

The Trial of Stephen, Part 1 Acts 7:1–8 NKJV Then the high priest said, “Are these things so?” And he said, “Brethren and fathers, listen: The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham when he was in Mesopotamia, before he dwelt in Haran, and said to him, ‘Get out of your country and from your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blood That Stained The Old Rugged Cross

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 17, 2025

Christians celebrate the risen Savior, The Son of God, Jesus. Though the children of Israel tried to slay The Christ on a cruel cross, the blood that stained that old rugged cross could not keep The Son of God from death. He is risen! Glory Hallelujah!

Christians celebrate the risen Savior, The Son of God, Jesus. Though the children of Israel tried to slay The Christ on a cruel cross, the blood that stained that old rugged cross could not keep The Son of God from death. He is risen! Glory Hallelujah! Sing: I Know That My Redeemer Lives We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-44, Luke 22:66-71, Luke 23:1-17, Luke 23:44-46, Luke 23:50-56, Luke 24:1-12, John 20:24-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is My Shepherd: A Guide For Every Season Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 10, 2025

This sermon reveals how the 23rd Psalm is not merely a funeral dirge but a vibrant, life-giving roadmap for every day of our existence.

Introduction: My beloved brethren, there are passages of Scripture that are so woven into the fabric of our culture that we risk losing their power through sheer familiarity. We hear them at weddings, we see them stitched on pillows, and most notably, we turn to them in the somber quiet of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Touching You

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 28, 2025

God touches our lives by shepherding, settling, and satisfying us, so we can share His presence and peace with others this Christmas.

INTRODUCTION A college macroeconomics professor once explained the difference between durable and nondurable goods. Durable goods are things expected to last three years or more. Nondurables get used up pretty quickly. He asked, “Can anyone give me an example of a durable good?” A student called ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, John 10:11, Isaiah 41:13, Matthew 28:20, Luke 2:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God's Blueprint For Spiritual Renewal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon encourages us to trust God in all circumstances, live according to His plan, perceive His guidance, and practice compassion and forgiveness as He commands.

Welcome to another beautiful day in the house of the Lord. Isn't it a marvel to gather in His name, to bask in His glory, and to learn from His holy Word? We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because our God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:32

Topics: Divine Guidance, New Life, Navigating

A Thin Place Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of "thin places" - special locations where individuals feel particularly close to God - and emphasizes the importance of seeking God in these places, using Psalm 122 as a guiding scripture.

The Seed family was at Forest Home a week ago. Forest Home is a Christian Camp 90 minutes from here in the San Bernardino Mountains. We’ve been going to Family Camp since Bryan and Amy were in elementary school. We love it there. It has mountains, a lake, a creek, a swimming pool, pine trees, oak ...read more

Topics: Thin Places, Prayer, Fellowship

Sermon Series: Psalms For All Seasons

Sharing The Kingdom Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of being known by God, our adoption into His kingdom, and our responsibility to invite others into this family of faith.

Welcome to our fourth and final week together in our current series, Known. To briefly recap we began by exploring how we are perfectly and intimately known by God Himself, the very Creator of the universe. He knows us so well in fact that He knows what’s best for us, He knows how we were created, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22, Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Kingdom Sharing, Divine Adoption, Inviting Others

Sermon Series: Known

Hope Is Not Lost PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Encourage trust in God's plan, emphasizing that our hope, joy, and peace come from Him alone, even in uncertain times.

Good morning, Church family! We're going to dwell in the Book of Romans today, specifically Romans 15:13 that says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit." Isn't that a comforting, reassuring ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Topics: Trusting God

The Greatest Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Despite our universal sinfulness, God's unconditional love and the gift of salvation through Jesus Christ are available to all who believe.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a message from the book of Romans. As C.S. Lewis once said, "God does not love us because we are lovable, but because He is love, not because He needs to receive but because He delights to give." And that is precisely what we will be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23-25

Topics: Jesus, Gift

Be Strong In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Recognize and rely on the strength and power of the Lord in our lives, as He is the ultimate source of our strength and the key to overcoming challenges.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a message that's near and dear to our hearts, a message that reminds us of where our strength comes from, and how we can rely on the power of the Lord in our lives. As we begin, I'd like to share a quote from Andy Stanley. He said, "God’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Topics: Divine Power

To Look Like Christ, Look Up To Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

Explore and understand the themes of living for Christ, uniting in Christ, and loving like Christ.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into a truly transformative part of Scripture. We're going to explore Colossians 3:1-17, focusing on three key themes: living for Christ, uniting in Christ, and loving like Christ. As C.S. Lewis once said, "'Putting on Christ'...is not one among many jobs a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Topics: Live For Christ, Unite In Christ, Love Like Christ

Look I Am Doing A New Thing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2023

To encourage the church to embrace change, move forward with urgency, and not get stuck in traditions, trusting in God's plan even when it doesn't make immediate sense.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a message that's all about embracing change, moving forward with urgency, and not getting stuck in our traditions. Change can be scary, can't it? It can feel uncomfortable and even threatening. But the truth is, change is a part of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19

Topics: Moving Forward, Urgency