Sermons on Emptying:

Unwrapping God's Peace Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Dec 16, 2004

As the shepherds were told by the angels of the birth of Jesus, they had to make a decision to act on the information. We too must look for God in everyday events, know that God’s plan is for peace and then do what God tells us.

“Unwrapping God’s Peace” 12/19/04 Intro: Only 5 shopping days left until Christmas! Are you finished? Do you have to face the crowds at the mall? How about the traffic? What parties do you still have left to buy a “white elephant” gift for? Sometimes it seems like Christmas will never get here. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Must You Be In Church Every Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 30, 2025

Attendance helps demonstrate our obedience to Christ.

A. WHY MUST YOU BE IN CHURCH EVERY SUNDAY? 1. Because of the example of the early church. a. On the birthday of the local church everyone was present. “When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place” (Acts 2:1). Be present on September 16, 1971 at Thomas ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Rescue: Alive By Grace Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 12, 2025

This sermon explains that because of His great mercy and love, God rescued us from spiritual death by uniting us with Christ in His resurrection and enthronement, saving us by grace through faith alone, in order to make us His masterpiece, created for good works.

Introduction Last week, we ended our time together in a very dark place. We used the analogy of a shipwreck, leaving us spiritually dead, floating helplessly in a sea of sin, captive to the currents of the world, the flesh, and the devil, with our certain destination being the just wrath of God. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Untied For Fruitfulness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 19, 2025

When God unties you, every form of stagnation and barrenness gives way to divine fruitfulness and purpose fulfilment.

UNTIED FOR FRUITFULNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 19:30-34 Key Verse: “Loose him, and bring him hither.” — Luke 19:31 Supporting Texts: John 15:1-8; Genesis 1:28; Isaiah 54:1-3; Zechariah 9:9 INTRODUCTION: God created every human being for fruitfulness. From the beginning, His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:30-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hosting The Presence Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 21, 2025

Hosting the Presence of God means carrying the consciousness, reality, and manifestation of God wherever you go; living as His dwelling place and representing His glory to the world.

HOSTING THE PRESENCE OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 33:14-16 Key Verse: “And He said, My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest.” — Exodus 33:14 Supporting Texts: Psalm 16:11, 1 Samuel 3:19-21, John 14:23, Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: The greatest privilege of any ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival In Samaria Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 28, 2025

When the Gospel of Christ is preached in the power of the Holy Spirit, deliverance, healing, and overflowing joy are released, bringing revival to individuals, families, and communities.

REVIVAL IN SAMARIA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:5-8 Key Verse: “And there was great joy in that city.” (Acts 8:8) Supporting Texts: Matthew 4:23-24; Mark 16:15-18; Acts 1:8; Romans 15:13; Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION: Revival is a divine visitation that awakens spiritual hunger, renews ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mistaken Identity Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 2, 2025

Paul and Barnabas were involved in a mistaken identity of sorts, when they were thought to be something that they were not.

“Mistaken Identity” Acts 14:5-7, 8-18 While I was at a preachers meeting last week another preacher came to me and asked me where I lived. He told me that he knew a pastor in Florida that could pass as my twin. I don’t know if that was meant to be good or not. We took a picture of us together ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

One Goal: To Live Is Christ

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Nov 2, 2025

What is the one thing your heart desires? Paul gives us encouragement this morning not only to make sure that the "One thing" is Jesus, and the spreading of the Gospel, but also to make sure that we don't let the worries of the world pull us away from that one thing. 

Good Morning. Our epistle lesson today began with Paul’s word’s: Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the best use of the time, because the days are evil. When the Bible gives you a warning, it is there for a reason. Paul assumes his readers assume that they have ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14, Ephesians 5:15

Denomination: Anglican

The Power Of Testimony Before Kings Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025

A Spirit-empowered testimony carries divine authority that can touch the hearts of rulers, break resistance, and reveal the transforming power of the gospel.

THE POWER OF TESTIMONY BEFORE KINGS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 26:1-29 Key Verse: “Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian.” (Acts 26:28) Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:18-20, Revelation 12:11, Luke 21:12-15, 1 Peter 3:15, Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Naomi: A Bitter Woman Constantly Desiring Better, Ended Up A Nourisher Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

God can overlook the sins and mistakes of your youth and use you in your old age.

A. HOW NAOMI COMPROMISED 1. She compromised her spiritual priorities. a. Did not continue in difficulties. “A famine in the land” (Ruth 1:1). b. Enticed by the well-watered plains of Moab (1:1). c. Left the Promised Land. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem, Judah” (1:2). 2. She compromised her ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15, Ruth 4:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Entering Your Season Of Rest

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 6, 2025

God’s plan for His children is not endless struggle but divine rest that flows from trusting, obeying, and walking with Him.

ENTERING YOUR SEASON OF REST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Key Verse: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:9-11; Exodus 33:14; Psalm 62:1-2; Isaiah 14:3 INTRODUCTION: Every believer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Green Pastures And Still Waters Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 14, 2025

How can the Shepherd meet our needs?

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What are our two greatest needs? a. Food, i.e., green pastures. b. Drink, i.e., still waters. 2. How can the Shepherd meet our needs? Relationship. B. LIE DOWN IN GREEN PASTURES 1. Why do sheep lie down? a. Natural. Standing people naturally want to lie down. b. Tired. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1, Psalm 51:7

Denomination: Baptist

Joash Ends Badly (2 Chronicles 24)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2025

What happens if we let ungodly people influence us?

How important are godly influences in our lives? Should we choose our close advisors wisely? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 24. Why was Jehoiada supervising Joash? Was he underage? Did Joash do well as long as Jehoiada was alive? Joash was seven years old when he became king, and he reigned forty ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

1: More Than A Feeling Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Nov 21, 2025

Christmas is often filled with pressure to feel joyful, peaceful, and festive — but what happens when we don’t feel it? In this message, we explore the story of Mary in Luke 1:26–38 and reminds us that real peace isn’t about how we feel, but who we trust.

Need: Box full of Christmas decorations, a torch, a candle ________________________________________ Opening: Setting the Scene (walk up holding a box of Christmas decorations.) Well, it’s that time of year again. The Christmas adverts are on, the lights are going up, and the shops are playing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

The Lystras Of Life

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: There is a way to keep walking back into the Lystras of life.

Thesis: There is a way to keep walking back into the Lystras of life. Intro.: 1. Illust. "May the road rise up to meet you; May the wind be always at your back; May the sun shine warm upon your face; The rains fall soft upon your fields; And, until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:18-20