Sermons on Elevation:

Prayer Part 1

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 26, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"i'm On An Unsinkable Ship."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 2, 2024

This message compares a figurative ship called "The Ole Ship of Zion" with the power of the gospel. The gospel encounters opposition from worldly forces as the ship sails on treacherous waters. However, the gospel message continues to thrive and change hearts and lives even today.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Acts 27:27) "But when the fourteenth night was come, as we were driven up and down in Adria, about midnight the shipmen deemed that they drew near to some country;" (Acts 27:28-29) [28] ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:7-10, Acts 27:27-29, Acts 27:30-34, Acts 27:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Apr 18, 2024

This is the first of a three-part Bible study on prayer. In this first study, we look at the types of prayers and the foundations on which our prayers must rest.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Samuel 1:27-28, Psalm 76:4, Psalm 63:1, Psalm 18:46, Psalm 89:1, Psalm 51:2-4, Psalm 28:2, 2 Thessalonians 3:1, Colossians 1:9, Matthew 15:28, 1 Corinthians 14:14, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 6:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on May 25, 2024

In this study, we look at how Satan endeavors to hinder our prayers from being answered.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:7, Philippians 4:6-7, Ephesians 6:12, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Jeremiah 17:5, 2 Kings 20:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 3, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

Prayer – Part 3 (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shine Like Stars Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 9, 2023

Paul tells the Philippians to SHINE!

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 2:14-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 7-09-2023 Wow! Have you ever been in a cave? I remember as a teenager going to a cave system in Kentucky. We were deep in the cave and the guide told us they would turn off the lights. It was the darkest ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Kingdom 18 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 20, 2022

In part 18 of this series, we examine what Jesus said about judging.

Living in the Kingdom 18 Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6; First Corinthians 5:1-5; Galatians 6:7-8 As I am continuing my series “Living in the Kingdom”, this morning we begin with Matthew chapter seven. We will be looking at the first five verses where Jesus talks about not judging. Let’s read ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, 1 Corinthians 5:1-5, Galatians 6:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fourfold Not Fivefold Ministry

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020

Sometimes we need to take a fresh look at long held or cherished traditions and teachings.

Having been raised somewhat in the Methodist church and my wife in a Lutheran background being saved was not in our vernacular as neither one of us ever heard that concept. Both of us thought being baptized as a child was all we needed. That is sad since I learned about both Wesley and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, 1 Corinthians 12:28, 2 Timothy 4:5, 1 Timothy 5:17, 1 Timothy 3:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Biggest Old Testament Scandal

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 24, 2023

Today when we watch the national news much of the time has to deal with scandals.

Scandals are not anything new to Washington D.C. In the past we have been made aware of: • Watergate scandal • Iran-Contra Affair Scandal • White Water Scandal • Bill Clinton–Monica Lewinsky Scandal • Chappaquiddick Scandal • Donald Trump Scandal • Joe Biden Scandal • Hunter Biden Scandal The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Answers The Divorce Question Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 11, 2023

When Jesus returned to His public ministry in Mark 10, the Pharisees tried to trap Him with a question about divorce. Jesus dealt with their question by directing them back to God's original design and intent in creation.

A. In the last two sermons in our sermon series on the Gospel of Mark, we have been watching Jesus privately teaching His disciples some very important lessons on discipleship. 1. The topics He discussed with them were about prayer, the passion of Jesus, pride and prejudice. 2. I trust that we have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12, Deuteronomy 24:1-4, Leviticus 20:13, Romans 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Me To Heaven Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021

You cannot be disappointed by what God has in store for His people. The engine of your imagination cannot compete with what heaven actually is. You can never think it will be better than it actually is. Are you ready to enjoy just that?

This morning I want to talk about a time when faith gives way to sight & where hope gives way to bliss. I want to show you the Bible’s view of life’s sequel for those who know Christ. I wanted to do a little follow-up to Easter & the resurrection with this short series. The Bible tells us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:10, Revelation 21:1-27, Romans 8:20-23, 2 Peter 3:10-13, Matthew 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Invitation Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

Looking at the prompting, promise and provision of prayer

THE INVITATION OF PRAYER The story is told about a poor widow with several children. Every day she would go out on her front porch and raised her hands in prayer saying, “Lord, you know I have no food to feed my children today. Please provide for our daily needs.” Her next-door neighbor was an ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:2-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The God Of All Possibilities (Distinct Names Of God)

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on May 9, 2025

Names signify identity and often tell a story.

Names signify identity and often tell a story. In the sacred pages of the Bible, names echo the character and nature of their bearers. Jehovah God has many beautiful names. Some of these names were revealed in moments of great triumph, while others were given in times of deep sorrow and need. So, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-6

Do You Hear? Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 12, 2025

How do you respond to what you hear from the Word of God?

Do you hear what I hear? Noel Regney was born in France in 1920. He studied music in conservatories in both Paris, France and Strasbourg, Germany. Though being French, he was drafted into the Nazi army during WWII. He did not like the what the party stood for and secretly worked as a part of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-21

Denomination: Baptist

Two Scary Words That Could Change Your Life Forever - 2 Peter 1:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 13, 2025

Are You Truly Effective for Christ? How would you define an impactful, productive life? Peter gives a definition that wouldn’t even occur to most people. But it’s a definition that gives hope to everyone, regardless of your age, health, skills, or any other factor.

2 Peter 1:5 For this very reason, having made every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 8 For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8