Sermons on Emptying Oneself:

A Wedding Service

Contributed by Grant Bennington on Aug 2, 2003

A simple, personal wedding Service based on marriage being a lifelong process of getting to know each other.

The Covenant of Marriage GATHERING Processional: Greeting: The miracle of love is like the miracle of the flower; it thrives upon the sunshine of a smile...it entwines itself around the heart. Its roots are secured in the memories of yesterday and its petals breathe the promise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faithful God

Contributed by Joe Overholt on Dec 2, 2006

How to draw comfort from the faithfulness of our Great God during our fight of faith

Faithful God Foundational Text: Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations; I believe the Lord has stirred me up this morning, to stir you up this ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 7:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Something: The Heart Of Jesus For Justice And Mercy

Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 9, 2015

In the Bible we see revealed the heart of God the Father for justice and mercy, reflected in the face of Jesus the Son, and required in the hands of God – His Church.

DO SOMETHING #1: THE HEART OF JESUS FOR JUSTICE AND MERCY NEW YEAR CHALLENGE: “Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Denomination: *other

A Door For The Word

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Indrani Baboolal on Sep 7, 2022

Doors are security measures that are placed in our homes to secure our lives from evil doers. Jesus said that He is the door and anyone that comes to the Father must go through Him. There are doors in the spirit realm that we must understand as we pursue the Kingdom of God.

SCRIPTURE: Colossians 4:1-6 Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven. 2 Continue in prayer, and watch in the same with thanksgiving; 3Withal praying also for us, that God would open unto us a door of utterance, to speak the mystery ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

8 The Sleeper Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Sep 1, 2020

This is the 8th of 31 devotions in a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah.' These devotions are based on the book of Jonah. This devotion is entitled, 'The Sleeper.'

The Sleeper Jonah 1:5 – “But Jonah had gone down into the lowest parts of the ship, had lain down, and was fast asleep.” But Jonah We just read the part of the story where the sailors are struggling to keep the ship afloat and save their lives, by disposing of the cargo, so as to lighten the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Whole Heart For A Holy King: Following Jesus With Undivided Allegiance - 1 Kings 8:61 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 29, 2025

To follow Jesus is not to live divided, but devoted – heart, soul, mind, and strength.

A Whole Heart for a Holy King: Following Jesus with Undivided Allegiance - 1 Kings 8:61 Introduction: The Divided Heart of the Modern Disciple We live in an age of divided loyalties. Our attention is fractured by screens, our affections pulled in a thousand directions, our commitments negotiated ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:61, Deuteronomy 6:5, James 1:22, Luke 9:23, Matthew 22:37, John 14:15, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Stand For The One True God - 1 Kings 18:27 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 11, 2025

"Go! And..." series, we look at a dramatic and bold moment in Scripture—a story of courage, faith, and truth. Our text is from 1 Kings 18:27, where Elijah stands against the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel

Go! And Stand for the One True God - 1 Kings 18:27 Introduction Today, in our "Go! And..." series, we look at a dramatic and bold moment in Scripture—a story of courage, faith, and truth. Our text is from 1 Kings 18:27, where Elijah stands against the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:27, Isaiah 44:9-10, 1 Kings 18:36-38, Jeremiah 32:17, 1 Kings 18:39, Psalm 95:6-7, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Cost Of The Anointing Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025

Walking in the anointing comes with a price. It requires sacrifice—sacrificing our comfort, time, relationships, worldly ambitions, and our flesh. It involves preparation— spending time in prayer, studying the Word, and consecrating ourselves for God’s use.

THE COST OF THE ANOINTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 14:28-30 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13 INTRODUCTION: The anointing is a powerful and precious gift from God that enables believers to fulfill their divine purpose. However, walking in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-30, Matthew 26:39, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Mark 1:35, 1 Samuel 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Self-Control

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 25, 2025

Self-control is a crucial virtue that every believer must cultivate. Without it, a person is vulnerable to sin, emotional outbursts, and spiritual failure. It is not merely about suppressing desires but about bringing them under the lordship of Christ.

THE POWER OF SELF-CONTROL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 25:28 – “He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.” Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Timothy 1:7, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, James ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Timothy 1:7, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, James 1:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Staying Awake Is In Vain Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Feb 14, 2023

What is it that you believe in—your core belief system—that gives your life meaning and purpose and drives you to see it through?

WHEN STAYING AWAKE IS IN VAIN Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, February 14, 2023 “They who build the home labor in vain; he who keeps the city awake at night does it in vain unless the Lord builds it.” (Psalm 127:1) INTRODUCTION. There is no way to wait on God and not notice ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prayer Of Hannah Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 18, 2023

As we continue to look at prayers from the Bible, we arrive and look at the life of Hannah. The prayer is in verse 11 but the events previous and post to her prayer draw to me great interest

“Prayer of Hannah” 1 Samuel 1:9-11 3-19-2023AM As we continue to look at prayers from the Bible, we arrive and look at the life of Hannah. The prayer is in verse 11 but the events previous and post to her prayer draw to me great interest. Elkanah (el-kaw-naw’) by name lived in a city on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Stand Strong In The Lord - Ephesians 6:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 22, 2025

We live in a world filled with challenges, temptations, and spiritual battles. Every day, we face struggles that are not merely physical or emotional but deeply spiritual. There is an unseen war raging—a war between the forces of darkness and the Kingdom of God.

Go! And Stand Strong in the Lord - Ephesians 6:10-11 Introduction: The Battle We Face We live in a world filled with challenges, temptations, and spiritual battles. Every day, we face struggles that are not merely physical or emotional but deeply spiritual. There is an unseen war raging—a war ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11, Philippians 4:13, Isaiah 40:29-31, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 13:12, Colossians 3:12, James 4:7, 1 Peter 5:8-9, 2 Corinthians 10:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Negative Unsolicited Covenants

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Mar 31, 2025

A negative unsolicited covenant is a solemn, binding agreement or pact you have are a part of without your approval, often involving promises and conditions, and serving as a foundation for a relationship that may ultimately bring you a bad outcome

Dealing With Negative Unsolicited Covenants. In a biblical context, a covenant is a solemn, binding agreement or pact between God and humans, often involving promises and conditions, and serving as a foundation for a relationship and God's redemptive plan. In Leviticus 5:4 If a man makes a ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 5:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tormenting And Harassing Evil Spirits Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore what tormenting and harassing evil spirits are, how they attack our minds, and how to overcome their attacks through biblical means.

Evil spirits, also known as unclean spirits or demons, are malevolent entities that seek to harm and destroy humanity. They are mentioned throughout the Bible, and their existence is a reality that many people face. In this sermon, we will explore what tormenting and harassing evil spirits are, how ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Sermon On The Christmas Spirit

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 15, 2024

Christmas is defined as the annual Christian festival celebrating Christ’s birth, held on the 25th December in the Western Church.

William E. Vaughan, otherwise known by the pseudonym: Burton Hillis, an American columnist and author once remarked: “The best of all gifts around any Christmas tree: the presence of a happy family all wrapped up in each other.” James 1:17 reminds us: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 2:1-11, Romans 12:9-18, Isaiah 9:6