Sermons on Epiphany Season:

Two Crowds

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 18, 2017

Was there really just one crowd shouting "Hosanna" one day and "Crucify" a short time later? Were Jesus' followers really that fickle or were they just running for cover when the tide in Jerusalem changed? And how do we see ourselves in that scenario?

Matthew 21:1-11 (please open your Bibles as we read this passage) The Crowd(s) - The disciples (the 12) - The followers o “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” o “Hosanna in the highest heaven!” o “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord!” o “Blessed is the king of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Luke 19:41, Luke 9:42-44, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Paul Imprisoned Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 27, 2017

Felix immediately perceived that there was no case against Paul. The only count in the indictment with any truth to it was the one naming Paul “a ringleader of the sect of the Nazarenes.” The procurator knew that the Christian movement had not been....

June 22, 2016 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.F.3: Paul Imprisoned (24:22-27) Acts 24:22-27 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of The Cross

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Mar 27, 2015

How did the cross become a symbol of love and hope from a tool for excruciating death?

Power of the Cross We are in the Lent season. Since we are not in the mainline, or traditional congregation, this fact might be overlooked and forgotten by many of us. Parishioners in the mainline churches take Lent very seriously. I was reminded about this when I opened the news paper last ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 22 - The Psalm Of The Cross Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 8, 2018

This psalm is called the Psalm of the Cross. It has been given this name because it describes more accurately and minutely the crucifixion of Christ than does any other portion of the Word of God.

May 10, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 22 (KJV) Title: The Psalm of the Cross To the chief Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar (or the hind of the morning) A psalm of David. Introduction This psalm is called the Psalm of the Cross. It has been given this name because it describes more accurately and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Daily News: A Prophet Is Born #3 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 22, 2019

What small thing can change your entire life? We must be less so that He is more.

Has anyone done something small for you that is highly significant in your life? Slide #1 Sermon Series Slide Glen’s stories over the past few weeks have provided us with a cause to pause. The first week it was about the importance we place on Jesus in our lives. Last week it was about what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80, Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom That Wins Outsiders

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Sep 30, 2025

Someone once said, “You may be the only Bible some people will ever read.” That’s a sobering thought. The way we speak, work, and react when we are wronged often becomes the first sermon unbelievers hear.

Introduction Someone once said, “You may be the only Bible some people will ever read.” That’s a sobering thought. The way we speak, work, and react when we are wronged often becomes the first sermon unbelievers hear. That is why Paul urges, “Walk in wisdom toward those who are outside, redeeming ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, Proverbs 25:11, Colossians 4:5-6

4 More Than A Moment Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 17, 2025

Today we’re celebrating the real heart of Christmas with familiar carols, words about Christmas – published 100’s of years before it happened, and a message that reminds us that Christmas is more than a day on the calendar, it’s the beginning of a hope that lasts.

PART ONE (for earlier in the service) Title: When the Moment Isn’t What You Expected Christmas is full of moments, isn’t it? Moments that we look forward to… and moments we dread. • The tree going up. • The first mince pie. • That moment of thinking “I really should have started shopping ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

The Year The Lord Has Made For You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025

A message on entering the new year with joy, expectation, and trust in God’s sovereign plan.

THE YEAR THE LORD HAS MADE FOR YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 118:24 Key Verse: “This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Lamentations 3:22-23; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Proverbs 16:3; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Roller Coaster Of Life

Contributed by Dr. Nichol Burris on Dec 17, 2023

Life, much like a roller coaster, is filled with exhilarating highs, challenging lows, unexpected twists, and heart-stopping turns. Just as a roller coaster demands courage to face its peaks and valleys, so too does life require resilience, faith, and a steadfast spirit.

The Roller Coaster Ride of Life Great afternoon, Beloved of the Most High. Today I want to discuss exploring the thrilling and sometimes perplexing roller coaster ride of life. Life, much like a roller coaster, is filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. As we navigate this ride, let us find ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11

A Time For Faith

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 16, 2025

This message is about how God's Word will increase our faith as we walk through seasons of life. We have to speak life into our situations - not death.

A Time For Faith Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8: Matthew 6:24; 33; Philippians 4:13 Good morning Strangers Rest. In my message last Sunday, I asked you “What movies will you create in 2025?” In that message, I spoke about how our thoughts create movies in our minds that cause us to react. Those ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Matthew 6:24, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rediscovering The Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 20, 2011

Decorations and symbols are everywhere this Christmas season. But reviewing what are the meaning behind them can make this season more memorable.

Christmas symbols and characters are attractive on everyone’s eyes. But unless we discover their meaning and understand the stories behind them, they will remain as mere decorations. Let us therefore reflect with four usual symbols and characters of Christmas and see if we can get valuable lessons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lent

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 17, 2023

The Lent Season is a season of testing our spiritual health and readiness for the end of our life in this world or the second coming of Christ.

Lent is the season of forty days (excluding Sundays) leading up to the passion week and Easter. The church calendar starts this season with Ash Wednesday as the start of the Lenten journey of forty weekdays (Monday through Saturday) that takes the church to the eve of Easter. Ash Wednesday ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Other

A Few Things I Learned From Vince Lombardi, Reggie White, Brett Favre, & Joe Montana

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

We're coming up on NFL football season. Autumn approaches. There is no greater idol in Wisconsin than Packer and Badger football season. Green Bay Packer season, of course, being the most important.

“When we place our dependence in God, we are unencumbered, and we have no worry. In fact, we may even be reckless, insofar as our part in the production is concerned. This confidence, this sureness of action, is both contagious and an aid to the perfect action. The rest is in the hands of God – and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Salvation Army

Love Forsaken

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 21, 2001

A sermon about love for the Lenten Season

Luke 13:31-35 Love Forsaken   There was a little boy named Bobby. Bobby was like most boys of the age 6, he liked to run and play. But Bobby had problem with his ears. It wasn’t a problem that the doctors could help him with. Bobby’s problem was, he didn’t like to listen when he should. When his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Abounding Love

Contributed by Danny Presswood on Jan 26, 2009

The Christmas Season is a time for "Abounding Love."

Well folks, it has officially begun. The Christmas Rush! Like a row of hulking linemen on a professional football team, the season is down and set, poised to plow over us with all its demands, distractions, details, dilemmas, delights and duties. For merchants, it’s a "make-or-break" time of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Baptist