Sermons on Empty Ritual:

Architecture Of The Church

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 24, 2023

Jesus establishes Peter as the first building block of the Church upon his confession that Jesus is the Son of God. We, too, have that same opportunity to become a building stone in the Church.

CHURCH! THAT WORD, ALONE, BRINGS ABOUT MANY DIFFERENT IDEAS AND UNDERSTANDINGS. I HAVE HEARD IT DESCRIBED AS JUST A BUILDING OR AS A PLACE CHRISTIANS GO ON SUNDAY. PERHAPS, THOSE DEEPER IN FAITH WOULD CALL IT A GROUP OF BELIEVERS. WE ALL HAVE DIFFERENT CONCEPTS OF WHAT “CHURCH” MEANS TO US. IF WE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Ephesians 2:19-21, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, 2 Samuel 22:2-3, John 20:30-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Death Of Moses.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 11, 2023

The transition of leadership from Moses to Joshua.

DEATH OF MOSES. Deuteronomy 34:1-12. DEUTERONOMY 34:1-4. Moses’ long ministry was drawing to an end, but the LORD had one last treat for His faithful servant before he died. Moses already knew that he would not be permitted to enter the promised land (cf. Deuteronomy 3:27), but the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prepared And Ready Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 30, 2022

John the Baptist laid out a specific message that gives us the mission to bring confession and repentance into our life to keep us prepared and ready for the return of Jesus.

TRUE REPENTANCE HATES THE SIN, AND NOT MERELY THE PENALTY; AND IT HATES THE SIN MOST OF ALL BECAUSE IT HAS DISCOVERED AND HAS FELT GOD'S REDEEMING LOVE. I THINK BILLY GRAHAM MADE AN INTERESTING COMMENTARY ABOUT SINFULNESS AND HOW SUCH SINFULNESS HAS BEEN LIKE A DISEASE RUNNING RAMPANT IN OUR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12, Malachi 3:1, 1 John 1:9, James 1:13-14, 1 Corinthians 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Never Alone: God Hears Your Call SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

Explore Psalm 61 and discover that no matter how distant God may seem, He is always within earshot of your call. This sermon reassures us of God's constant presence and unwavering support.

There was once a little boy who deeply missed his father, who was away on military duty. To find comfort, the boy would look at a picture of his dad on his nightstand and imagine that his father was watching over him. However, one night, this didn't bring him solace. His mother, hearing his cries, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-8

Topics: Comfort, Faith

Keep The Fire Burning SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Showcases the importance of keeping our spiritual life fervent before God.

A while ago, in New York City, a woman visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see the paintings of the French artist Monet. One of his famous paintings depicted a boat with its reflection on the water, like a mirror. As the woman observed the painting, she became convinced that something was ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:8-13

Topics: Faith

They That Wait

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 28, 2025

The seeds of comfort often take root in the soil of pain. When your life seems to be falling apart, wait on the Lord and God will strengthen you.

Isaiah 40:28-31 “They That Wait” 6-29-2025 Isaiah 40:1 “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people,” saith your God. The book of Isaiah makes a dramatic shift at this point. Chapter 40 refers to the restoration after the Exile. Judah still had 100 years of trouble before Jerusalem would fall, then 70 years ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Laying On Of Hands

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

Laying on of hands is a significant biblical practice that represents the transfer of spiritual blessings, authority, healing, and empowerment.

LAYING ON OF HANDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:17 "Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." – Supporting Texts: Numbers 27:18-23, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14, Hebrews 6:1-2, James 5:14 INTRODUCTION Laying on of hands is a significant ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:17, Numbers 27:18-23, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Beholding, Becoming And Boldly Going- Graduation Sunday

Contributed by Ava Ch on May 29, 2025

Thia is not jsut for graduation sunday but for whole church.

Beloved siblings in Christ, Today we celebrate our graduates—a moment filled with joy, anticipation, and sacred transition. But this is more than a milestone; it's a mirror for all of us. For the Christian life is not static—it is dynamic, unfolding, transformational. The Apostle Paul reminds ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:6-18

Living The Life Of A True Neighbour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

True Christianity is measured not only by our devotion to God but by how we treat others.

LIVING THE LIFE OF A TRUE NEIGHBOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:25-37 Supporting Texts: Matthew 22:36-40, 1 John 4:20-21, Galatians 6:2, Romans 13:10, Proverbs 3:27 INTRODUCTION: One of the most profound parables of Jesus is found in Luke 10:25–37. A lawyer asks a question to test ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Barriers Of Identity Through Christ

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system that exposed sin but could not save.

BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF IDENTITY THROUGH CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:23-29 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:12, Colossians 3:10-11, Ephesians 2:14-818, 1 Corinthians 12:13, John 1:12 INTRODUCTION: Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him.

LIVING A LIFE OF OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:1-2 Supporting Texts: John 14:15, 1 Samuel 15:22, Isaiah 1:19, James 1:22-25, Genesis 6:22 INTRODUCTION: Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him. From ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trusting God In The Wilderness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2023

To teach us how to handle discouragement by learning from Moses' experience in the wilderness, emphasizing the importance of prayer and finding comfort in God's presence.

Good morning, beloved family! Today we are going to journey together into the story of the Israelites wandering in the wilderness and learn from Moses how to tackle discouragement, power up with prayer, and bask in the comfort of God's presence. In the words of the renowned Christian author, A.W. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-15

Topics: Death, Depression

Dedication Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023

This sermon explores the divine purpose of Jesus' life, from His humble beginnings to His fulfillment of the Law, as revealed in Luke 2:22-40. Key

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to see your faces filled with the light of God, eager to hear His word and take it to heart. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a family, bound together by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Scripture today comes from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Ceremonies

Household Salvation Series

Contributed by Larry Stockstill on Mar 18, 2009

Salvation

Breakthrough to Blessing (Part 1) Household Salvation Every man shall take for himself a lamb, according to the house of his father, a lamb for a household. And if the household is too small for the lamb, let him and his neighbor next to his house take it according to the number of the persons; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Used By God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 12, 2022

To help us understand about being used, Paul uses the word vessel over and over. The meaning of the word vessel is implement or equipment. We are the vessels that God uses to reach this world for Him.

Paul and his writings, new very well about being used of God. To help us understand, Paul uses the word vessel over and over. The meaning of the word vessel is implement or equipment. Jesus used the word when he described Paul in Acts 19:15. Paul knew he could reach a place of not being used of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist