Sermons on Empty Vessels:

Paul At Caesarea With Philip The Evangelist Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 18, 2017

In the Gospels Jesus’ predictions of his coming passion provide the ominous tone. For Paul’s journey the warnings of the Christians along his way serve this function.

Sunday, December 20, 2015 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.D.7: Paul at Caesarea with Philip the Evangelist (21:1-14) ACTS 21:1-14 (KJV) 1 And it came to pass, that after we were gotten from them, and had launched, we came with a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

In The Hand Of The Potter

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jun 22, 2003

Clay in the Master’s hand

Let us Pray Welcome.... Our theme this year is "Stepping Out By Faith," and I would like to remind each one that there are things right now that we cannot see, but by faith we can hope for it. There are things right now we might not fully understand, but by faith we can continue to believe God. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

God's Love Part 1: Creation Of Man And Woman

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Mar 8, 2006

God’s love has been exposed throughout the Bible, We as Christians need to recognize, embrace and call upon it to accomplish his work.

God’s love is shown in the entire world that surrounds us. The birds of the air, the plants, and the animals even the soil on which we stand indicate God’s willingness to love and provide for us. As we begin the Lent season, a season of reflection 40 days before the crucifixion and resurrection of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Operating As One

Contributed by Marcos Suazo on Dec 12, 2006

Jesus life mission was to seek and save the lost. He did that with 12 Disciples, that he trained and taught to do the same. I doubt that Jesus wanted that to sop with them. We need to do it TODAY... and in order to get it done we have to operate as ONE

Operating as one Philippians 2 [1-11] 1 Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate? 2 Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephen: A Man Full Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard White on Aug 21, 2008

In examining the short life of Stephen we see what matters. Does our face shine with the LIGHT?

Some of the quotes came from other sermons on sermoncentral.com Stephen: a man full of the Spirit te Acts 6:8-7:60 Stephen: a man full of GOD Not by might, not by power but by My Spirit says the LORD. Written anonymously on the walls of a medieval castle were the following words: You call ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Into Oblivion

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 27, 2010

From Nebuchadnezzar's Dream to todays world events

2 Timothy 3:1KJV This know also, that in the last days perilous (difficult, terrible, dangerous) times shall come. Oblivion – The state of being completely forgotten or unknown – The act or an instance of forgetting; total forgetfulness – Made up of two Latin words ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

God's Last Will And Testament

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Apr 19, 2008

: EVERYONE MUST DIE BEFORE HIS WILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE. IT CAN BE WRITTEN AND ESTABLISHED FOR AN UNSPECIFIED TIME, BUT IT IS TO NO AVAIL UNTIL THAT PERSON DIES.

HEBREWS 9: 11--17 GOD’S LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT (sermon thought by Vanda Tankersley) INTRODUCTION: EVERYONE MUST DIE BEFORE HIS WILL BECOMES EFFECTIVE. IT CAN BE WRITTEN AND ESTABLISHED FOR AN UNSPECIFIED TIME, BUT IT IS TO NO AVAIL UNTIL THAT PERSON DIES. GOD’S WILL IS A BLESSING IN SEVERAL ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

... In The Heart

Contributed by Paul Richard on Jun 22, 2020

The heart of man is the meeting point of the forces to slog it out and man struggles to hold back the forces from the dark world but the Grace of God is sufficient to renew the attacked heart.

I. It is a fact that the heart is the source of power. In medical perspective, it is the pumping station of blood to the body/flesh. The power is in the blood and in the blood is life (Leviticus 17:11). And the scripture describes the heart as place that accommodate the issues of life (Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:14-15, Luke 6:45

Denomination: Pentecostal

Activating Your Divine Potential

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 29, 2025

You are not an accident. You carry untapped greatness. What the world needs may already be inside you. Until you rise and activate your divine potential, generations may suffer delay.

ACTIVATING YOUR DIVINE POTENTIAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:6 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Ephesians 2:10, Romans 8:19, Matthew 25:14-30, Proverbs 18:16 INTRODUCTION: Every individual is created by God with inherent gifts and potential. However, many people live far below ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Living By The Truth

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 17, 2025

Without truth, there can be no real faith, no genuine relationship with God, and no lasting transformation. To live by the truth is to embrace the very nature of God, for the Bible tells us that God is not a man that He should lie (Numbers 23:19).

THE IMPORTANCE OF LIVING BY THE TRUTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 8:32 – “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” Supporting Texts: John 14:6, Proverbs 12:19, Ephesians 4:25, 2 Corinthians 13:8, Psalm 51:6 INTRODUCTION: Truth is the very foundation of the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Causes Men To Favour You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025

God in His sovereignty can touch the hearts of men to show you uncommon favour for your upliftment, success, and destiny fulfilment.

THE GOD WHO CAUSES MEN TO FAVOUR YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 102:13 Key Verse: “Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.” (Psalm 102:13, KJV) Supporting Texts: Exodus 3:21, Proverbs 16:7, Luke 2:52, Esther 2:15-17, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Fire Falls Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

When the fire falls, heaven responds, truth is revealed, and hearts are turned back to God. Elijah's prayer brought down fire not for entertainment, but for divine reawakening.

WHEN THE FIRE FALLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:36-39 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 9:24; Acts 2:1-4; 2 Chronicles 7:1-3; James 5:16-18; Hebrews 12:29 INTRODUCTION: Mount Carmel was the stage for one of the most dramatic displays of God’s power in the Old Testament. Elijah stood ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:36-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Uncommon Power That God Provides. 1st Peter 2:11-12

Contributed by David Cramer on May 12, 2025

A message about the power that God provides in our lives as we go through daily living.

Good Morning. Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to receive the incorruptible, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Clay People

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 28, 2023

Just what are you? Are you an accidental, evolved, compilation of male and female genes? God spoke to Jeremiah: "Go down to the Potter's House, Jeremiah. Watch him work. Learn a "lesson" (Jeremiah 18:2).

CLAY PEOPLE Jer. 18:1-6; 19:10-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In Johnson City, Tennessee, a police officer and his partner pulled over an unlicensed motorist. They asked the man to follow them to the police station, 2. …but while en route they spotted a North Carolina vehicle whose license plate ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons From The Potter’s House

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE

Jeremiah 18:1-10 LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE 3. I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. The story of the Vase. The grandmother spots a beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10

Denomination: Holiness