Sermons on Enlighten:

What The Stones Are Saying

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 7, 2019

An examination of the importance of memorials conducted through studying the memorials Joshua erected at Gilgal.

“Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the LORD your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to the number of the tribes of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Reason To Be Thankful

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 9, 2016

Writing the Romans, Paul speaks of his gratitude for them, giving some surprising reasons for being thankful.

“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will I may ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can We Blame? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 12, 2016

If we will cease blaming others, we must be controlled by the Spirit of God. A study of the impact of God's Spirit in the life of a believer.

“God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” [1] It was an exceptional week, even for a broken world. One morning in June, we awoke to horrific news that an alligator had dragged a two-year-old boy into a lake at Walt Disney World. Though the presence of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

I Must Need Go Through Samaria Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Nov 26, 2016

This lesson discusses the Lord's visit to the city of Samaria to correct three problems: social, spousal and spiritual. These problems face many of our cities today. It also explains some evangelical compromises; with political officials, for legislative favors.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. To Correct the Social Problems of Samaria 2. To Correct the Spousal Problems of Samaria 3. To Correct the Spiritual Problems of Samaria Introductory Remarks. 1. In today's lesson, we will explore the profound theme: 'I Must Need Go through Samaria.' This is a ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-10, John 4:11-43, John 4:4, Luke 16:18, Matthew 19:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Like Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

Learn how to live more like Jesus

Living Like Jesus Series: Knowing Jesus February 21, 2010 As some of you may or may not know… I’m a big fan of the TV series, “24”. In case you’re ignorant (like I was) about “24”, it’s a 1-hour drama that centers around Jack Bauer (played by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-38, Mark 3:1-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Connecting Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 5, 2018

At CHC we want everyone to “Connect with God and Connect with People.” We cannot settle for a dry shallow view of Christianity in our life and just know of God we must be willing to go deeper into a relationship with God to actually know God intimately. J

Opening Illustration: The Car Chase! Series: You Asked for It – What is the churches mission or mission statement? Why is the church here? Focus of this message is on our Church Motto: “Connecting with God and Connecting with people!” Sermon: Connecting Question: What is CHC’s ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17, 1 John 4:11-12, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Things! Really? All Things? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 5, 2017

When Paul writes "for those who love God all things work together for good," he writes to encourage Christians not to be discouraged by trials. "All things" urges us to look beyond the moment to see the glory that is to be revealed.

“The Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Paul, The Servant Of Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 26, 2017

To establish that Paul was not the servant of men or of traditions; but the servant of Christ. This lesson deals with the pleasers of men who claim to be the servants of Christ. We will expose some traditions of the fathers in this lesson.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Servants of Men - Pharisees 2. The Servants of Tradition - Patriarchs 3. The Servant of Christ - Paul Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Paul, the servant of Christ.” This lesson deals with Paul’s work as the servant of Christ. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-12, Galatians 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Second Appearance Before Pilate Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 4, 2020

Pilate reminds the mob that Herod has also interviewed Jesus: "I sent this man to Herod . . . he has sent him back, and He has not been convicted of any . . . crimes . . . worthy of the death sentence . . . "

HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (33) Second Appearance Before Pilate Scripture: Matthew 27:15-16; Mark 15:6-15; Luke 23:13-25; John 18:39-19:16 (focal passage) Tom Lowe 2/13/2008 (Deuteronomy 21:6-9) And all the elders of that city, that are next unto the slain man, shall wash their hands over the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Certainties Of The 110th Psalm! Series

Contributed by Thomas Fortini on Jan 4, 2021

With the dawning of a new year the universal cry of HAPPY NEW YEAR rings out! What will your hope and confidence of the New Year be founded upon? May I encourage you to establish them on the certainties of Psalm 110!

Intro: With the dawning of a new year comes a universal cry that is heard in every language – HAPPY NEW YEAR! The thought is may you experience a happy, healthy, better year than the year before! But the question that I would like to ask is, what will be the basis upon you build that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

The Engagement Strategies (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 18, 2021

To establish that the Christian must prepare to be “fit-to-fight.” Paul gives the saints at Ephesus their operations order to engage the forces of evil successfully. It outlines the enemy situation, rules of engagement, and equipment safeties (protections).

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. The Engagement Strategies Remarks. 1. This is lesson two in this sermon-series: “Fit-to-Fight,” “The Engagement Strategies” in “Ephesus’ Operations Order.” This lesson will deal with the saint’s need to understand the battle environment and rules of engagement: for their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson: 37: Abimelech King Of Shechem Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 20, 2019

At first glance, it might appear that this pitiful tale of the scoundrel Abimelech is unimportant. However, the events of this chapter came very near to being the end of the nation of Israel.

Chapter 37 Abimelech King of Shechem [Judges 9.1-9.6] Scripture 1 And Abimelech the son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem unto his mother's brethren, and communed with them, and with all the family of the house of his mother's father, saying, 2 Speak, I pray you, in the ears of all the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery Unraveled Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 26, 2020

In Ephesians 3:1–13 the apostle Paul leads us to focus on five aspects of the divine mystery of Oneness in Christ. Here we see its: 1) Prisoner (Ephesians 3:1–4), 2) Plan (Ephesians 3:5–6), 3) Preaching (Ephesians 3:7–9), 4) Purpose (Ephesians 3:10–11), and its 5) Privileges (Ephesians 3:12–13).

Ephesians 3:1-13 [3:1]For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles-- [2]assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God's grace that was given to me for you, [3]how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. [4] When you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Other

Sit, Walk, Stand

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 24, 2019

If the life of a Christian is to be pleasing to God it must be properly adjusted to him in all things. Based on the book by Watch Nee over the book of Ephesians.

SIT, WALK, STAND by Watchman Nee INTRODUCTION: If the life of a Christian is to be pleasing to God it must be properly adjusted to him in all things. Too often we place the emphasis in our own lives upon the application of this principle to some single detail of our behavior or of our work for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12, Ephesians 2:6, Ephesians 4:1, Ephesians 6:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Soul Care 102 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 3, 2023

The care of the soul is as important as taking care of our bodies physically. Our success spiritually this year is directly related to the health of our souls.

Review Soul Care 101: Soul Care: 101 Thesis: The care of the soul is as important as taking care of our bodies physically. Our success spiritually this year is directly related to the health of our souls. Your soul is your inner life which manages your will, mind and body and impacts your spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-11, Matthew 16:26, Matthew 22:37, 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational