Sermons on Elders Around The Throne:

Finding Hope In A Storm

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Apr 17, 2024

Living in Lodebar without hope. God turns things around for Mephibosheth who was crippled due to being dropped as a child.

This morning we are going to be talking about another character in the bible. While this character may not be the most known character, his life really speaks to what we all are going through right now. Our character is found in the Old Testament and is the son of Jonathan and grandson of King ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Four Men Who Made A Difference #3 Series

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 13, 2024

We sit in church and talk about the needs around us. The question is: What are we doing about them?

Great Lessons from the Life of Christ #3 Four Men Who Made a Difference (Mark 2:1-12) Parallel Passages: Matthew 9:1-8; Luke 5:17-26; 5:8-9 Recently heard a preacher talk about his experience in another country where both physical and spiritual needs were overwhelming. • A country of 8 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Jesus Is Very Much The Light Of The World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 10, 2024

All of us are called to be evangelists to the folks around us. That means all of us must practice self-control, moderation.

Friday of 23rd week in course 2024 Today’s Scriptures need to be read with the saying of Jesus found in the Gospel of John. Jesus said “I am the Light of the world.” We see it again in the Book of Revelations, as the description of the eternal city of God tells us that there is no need for lamps ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 1 Corinthians 9:22-27, Luke 6:39-42, John 8:12

Denomination: Catholic

There Is A Lifting Up

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 26, 2025

In Christ Jesus, no matter the prevailing conditions around you, your destiny is secured in God’s covenant of lifting and elevation.

THERE IS A LIFTING UP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 22:29 When men are cast down, then thou shalt say, There is lifting up; and he shall save the humble person.” (Job 22:29, KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:3; 1 Samuel 2:8; Psalm 75:6-7; Isaiah 60:1 INTRODUCTION: Life presents moments ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Harvest Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God desires to produce a spiritual harvest in and through each believer, developing spiritual fruit and impacting the world around us.

Hey guys, today we're going to talk about harvest. But we're not talking about actual farming here; we're talking about the spiritual harvest in our lives. So, let's dive in! First, let's look at Galatians 5:22-23. It says, 'the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Fruitful Living, Divine Harvest, Spiritual Nourishment

Awareness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The key to living a generous life is increasing our awareness of the needs around us and taking action to meet those needs.

We all want to live our best life, right? But sometimes, we get tricked by stuff that promises to make us happy but doesn't. Today, I've got something that can really make a difference - generosity. It's not some magic trick, but it can bring real joy, satisfaction, and make a difference that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34, Romans 12:2

Topics: Altruism, Mindfulness, Philanthropy, Compassion

Be An Example

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008

Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus. He was probably between 30 and 40 years old, and he had a problem. The elders in leadership at the church were all over 40 years old, and were not taking Timothy seriously because of his age. Paul’s advi

BE AN EXAMPLE Text: 1 Timothy 4:12 Introduction: •Timothy was the pastor of the church at Ephesus •Timothy was probably between 30 and 40 years old •Elders in leadership, all over 40 years old, not taking Timothy seriously •Paul’s advice: earn their respect by being an example in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

Invitation To The Table Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Oct 2, 2025

We look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of grape juice – job done. Communion over. Now potluck.

October 04, 2025 Jesus calls us to remember and partake in the Communion meal with him. However, we look at Communion 1 dimensionally and have reduced it to a cold, formal requirement. We sit. The pastor and elder tell us some stuff and the deacons pass us a tiny wafer and a minute glass of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"The Power Of A Proper U-Turn" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2016

Turning around can be difficult and painful. I mean let’s face it when you have to turn around there is usually only one good reason. You have realized you’re going in the wrong direction. This is exactly what happened to a man named Saul

“The Power of a Proper U-Turn” Acts 9:1-19 Early in our ministry my wife and I did a lot of work with youth and children. There was a camp in Northeast Arkansas we would take them to each summer located in the mountains. It was beautiful. As many times as we went there I would usually ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Dying Well Is Better Than Living Well

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 3, 2022

Have you seen these bumper stickers around town? (Show a BLE bumper sticker.) Do you know what it means? BLE stands for “Best Life Ever.”

Have you seen these bumper stickers around town? (Show a BLE bumper sticker.) Do you know what it means? BLE stands for “Best Life Ever.” These bumper stickers were designed in 2015 to celebrate the life of Nate Avery, a talented neurosurgeon who was born and raised in Flagstaff and who also ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Ministering Assembly PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2025

Worship transforms us as God’s priestly people, awakening courage and purpose, and empowering us to minister to Him and impact the world around us.

If you walked into this room today with a sigh in your soul or a song on your lips—or maybe a little of both—you’re in the right place. God meets us where we are, and He leads us where He is. He hears the hush of a hospital hallway and the hum of a kitchen sink; He listens for faith at a funeral ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-3

Topics: Priesthood, New Testament Church

The Real Meaning Behind Christmas (Part 4) Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 24, 2011

It is this fourth word from our dying Saviour that causes me to begin to cry and weep as I see our dear Lord the sinless perfect Son of God who came from the very Throne room of the Most High God.

And about the ninth hour Jesus cried out with a loud voice, saying, "Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani?" that is, "My God, My God, why have You forsaken Me?" (Gospel of Mathew Chapter 27 verse 46) Gentle Reader, It is this fourth word from our dying Saviour that causes me to begin to cry and weep as I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46-47

Denomination: Independent/Bible

David's Inaction (School Shooting)

Contributed by Daniel Park on May 18, 2018

This sermon was in response to the horrific shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS in Parkland, FL. Lessons from David's inaction when...1. Tamar was raped by Amnon; 2. Absalom murdered Amnon; 3. Absalom was plotting to overthrow his throne.

As a father of 2 kids in school, I still cannot process what I saw on the news this week. This is no longer a story that happened to some stranger in a different state, as a parent of 2 kids entering that age where they will be attending our school system very soon, this story affected me this week ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mercy Unlimited

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 2, 2019

Genuine faith in God’s mercy is established and fed by knowing key words found in the writer of the Book of Hebrews which lays down the truth - Jesus is the final High Priest who stands before the Throne of God, interceding for us.

Mercy Unlimited Resting in the Comfort of His Mercy Resting in the comfort of His mercy has a solid foundation in Hebrews 4:14-16, “Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast to our confession. For we do not have a high ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Goats To The Left Of Me And Sheep To The Right

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 21, 2025

To the world that nailed Him to a cross, He will return as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. He came once as a Lamb, but He will return as a Lion. Once as a Savior, He will come again as the Judge who will sit on His throne to judge the nations.

Goats to the Left of Me and Sheep to the Right Matthew 25:31-46 Matthew chapters 24 and 25, otherwise known as the Olivet Discourse, contain the most detailed description of events that are to occur in the future among the Lord’s recorded teachings. As the Lord and His disciples walked out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Methodist