Sermons on Emergence:

Easter, The Gospel Of Hope

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 19, 2022

The great question of the Resurrection is not whether it really happened - it did — and the evidence is overwhelming, so that’s not the question. Instead, the great question of the resurrection is - now what?

TITLE: EASTER, THE GOSPEL OF HOPE SCRIPTURE: ST. MARK 16:1-8 One of the great disparities between the first Easter and our Easter today is that today Easter has become that time when we as Christians at least appear to have everything together — and that’s not a bad thing - this is just part of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Spiritual Incubation

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 19, 2019

The process of chick development closely resembles that of believers developing into the nature of Christ. 3 similarities: their beginning, the need for brooding, and their maturity empowering them to break out of their limitations.

THE POWER OF SPIRITUAL INCUBATION Mt. 23:37; Lk. 13:34 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was at a large Starbucks in Los Angeles. He reached in his coat pockets and pulled out a tiny piano and a medium-size rat. The rat began to play the piano. A crowd gathered, amazed. 2. “That’s nothing,” the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Luke 13:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Applying The Easter Message

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 28, 2016

This Easter, do we have the same attitude as Christ? Are you lacking in faith? Do you need to be renewed? Jesus called us to love, and then He went and demonstrated His love on a cross for all before resurrecting. What more do we need?

Applying the Easter Message Philippians 2:1-11 - What a fantastic day to be in God’s house! -- Today, everywhere, Christians are celebrating the incredible gift God gave us -- But why do we celebrate? Why is there joy to be in God’s house today? - Simple: Jesus … is ALIVE! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Time Of Their Sojourning. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022

Moreover, it came to pass at the end of four hundred and thirty years, that all the hosts of the Lord left the land of Egypt. It was 430 years to the day, after they had entered the land of Egypt, that the armies of the Lord came out from Egypt in excellent order, as if in a military formation.

Exodus 12:41-42. The Time of Their Sojourning. 41And it came to pass at the end of the four hundred and thirty years, on the fifteenth of Nisan even the same day it came to pass, that all the hosts of the LORD went out from the land of Egypt. 42It is a night to be much observed unto the LORD for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:43-45

Denomination: Baptist

"Harnessing Your Gifts In Times Of Struggle.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 30, 2024

Embrace and utilize your God-given gifts and talents while enduring your wilderness experience. This message provides rich inspiration and motivation to support your physical and spiritual growth. It's a powerful reminder that you can survive and thrive, even in the most challenging times.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:10-11) (NIV): “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11, Romans 12:6-8, James 1:2-4, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Peter 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Save Yourselves From This Wicked Generation!

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 2, 2024

The greatest altar call in the Book of Acts ended with a plea for people to take immediate action to save themselves. 3,000 responded. It's time for modern preachers to go back to bringing people to a decision & telling them the alternative.

“SAVE YOURSELVES FROM THIS WICKED GENERATION!” Acts 2:36-41 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Louie and his wife were listening to the radio when they heard the weather report: "A snow emergency has been declared. You must park your cars on the odd-numbered side of the street." So Louie got up ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Just Live By Faith

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

Trusting God’s character, we live by faith—not sight—finding joy and strength through Christ despite delay, injustice, or uncertainty.

(How Shall We Live?) Part 1 – Setting the Stage: Habakkuk’s Cry It is a privilege to worship with you today and open the Word of God. Our text is Habakkuk 2:4: > “The righteous shall live by his faith.” Those few words have shaped world history. They fueled Paul’s gospel, sparked the ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:4, Romans 1:17, Galatians 2:20, Hebrews 10:38, Habakkuk 3:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Book Of Enoch Debunked PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon explores the relationship between the Book of Jude and the Book of Enoch, emphasizing the primacy of the Bible in Christian life and study.

Good morning, dear family in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, not in a spirit of solemnity, but with hearts brimming with anticipation. We're here to engage with the Word of God, to allow it to shape us, to challenge us, and to draw us closer to our Creator. Today, we turn our focus to ...read more

Topics: Book Of Enoch, Canon

1st Sunday Of Advent, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 9, 2021

December 1st, 2024. Advent Sunday.

Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-36. A) THE GREAT REVERSAL. Jeremiah 33:14-16. In a double metaphor concerning gardening and building, the prophet Jeremiah was commissioned by the LORD not only ‘to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy and to throw ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16, Psalm 25:1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Refresh, Restore, Renew PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

Explores God's promise of restoration, renewal, and revival, emphasizing His ability to rebuild and renew even the most devastated and broken lives.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to see each one of you here today, gathered as a family in the house of our Lord. I trust that the Lord has been good to you this week and that His mercies have been new every morning. We are here, not because we are good, but because He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:4

Topics: Makeover

The Re-Creation Story Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the concept of re-creation through the story of the empty tomb in John's gospel, emphasizing how the Risen Christ's love for us offers a chance for resurrection and transformation.

The story of the empty tomb in John’s gospel is one of re-creation with hints back to Genesis and John 1. The Risen Christ sees Mary just as she is and loves her. The Risen Jesus sees all of us, too, just as we are and offers to re-create us with resurrection life. This is the fulfillment of God ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Topics: Resurrection Life, Re-Creation, Divine Love

Power Shifts - How Can We Multiply The Harvest? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

"Power Shifts" is a sermon series that explores the reasons behind the church's failure to fulfill the Great Commission, and offers strategies for personal transformation to help multiply the global Christian harvest.

Mission work is at the heart of God. God wants every people group and person to hear about a heavenly Father who loves them and sent His son to die for them. The church is God’s agent to accomplish this goal. The only way this can happen is for the church and individuals to obey the Great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40, Matthew 28:19-20

Topics: Mission Work, Great Commission, Power Shifts

Sermon Series: Power Shifts

The Parable Of The Sower Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the transient nature of the four types of people described in the Parable of the Sower, emphasizing the transformative power of the gospel and encouraging believers to actively spread the word of God.

Hello Church! Did you know that according to the book, The Millionaire Next Door, most millionaires are neither flashy nor drive expensive cars? They tend to shop at JC Penney and live below their means. Also, not long ago, a study showed that 95% of millionaires are first-generation wealthy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Topics: Parable Of The Sower, Gospel Response, Kingdom Of Earth

Jonah's Prayer Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 7, 2000

Jonah on prayer

“Accessing God’s Power through Prayer” Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx. 76703 Danny L. Williams June 25, 2000 - PM Jonah 1:17 – 2:10 Divine Aspect of Prayer 1. Appointment to pray. “and the Lord appointed a great fish to swallow Jonah” ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Empowered By The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Oct 22, 2002

What sort of authority should govern a Community and how should a leader exercise it?

OCTOBER 18, 2002 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES •First Reading: Is. 45: 1, 4-6; •Psalm: 96:1, 3-5, 7-10 •Second Reading: 1 Thess. 1:1-5 •Gospel: Mt. 22:15-21 REFLECTION Three years ago, Enya and I were blessed to have led a Community worship based on the same Scripture Readings we have this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1-5

Denomination: Catholic