Sermons on Essence:

Christ Centered Relationships Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014

Philippians - Manual of Joy Christ Centered Relationships

Philippians - Manual of Joy Christ Centered Relationships 4:14-20 David Taylor Paul closes this letter by rejoicing over the sacrificial gift the Philippians gave him (1:5-6; 25-30). The Philippian church was part of the Macedonian churches mentioned in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 that gave ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trying Faith

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Apr 7, 2014

To show that we can never truly have faith unless our faith is tried.

-Q: Do you have a “TRYING FAITH”? -That's what we're going to consider this morning together -ILLUSTRATION: Bulletproof Waistcoat I read an amusing story about the first Duke of Wellington. An inventor was trying to interest him in a bulletproof waistcoat he had made. It was ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Our Savior

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

A study of Jesus through the book of Luke

Jesus Our Savior Selected Passages from Luke Series: Exploring the New Testament Community Bible Experience March 2, 2014 Morning Service You may not recognize the name Arland D. Williams Jr. but he is a great American hero. Arland Williams was traveling from Washington D.C. on Florida air flight ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Growing In Submission

Contributed by David Dewitt on May 5, 2014

Our walk with God is revealed in our willingness to continually submit to Him.

Growing in Submission Numbers Series: Growing a Healthy Attitude July 15, 2012 Morning Service Note: this message is adapted from the book Lord Change My Attitude Before It's Too Late by James MacDonald This was how Susannah Wesley defined "sin" to her young son, John Wesley: "If you would judge ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Fruitful

Contributed by Chidi Ejeagba on Jan 8, 2019

Only maturity can bring FRUITFULNESS

The first commandment So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and over every ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27-28, John 15:1-8

Broken But Blessed Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 11, 2016

The Patriarchs Broken but Blessed Genesis 32 For Jacob, like the rest of us, sin is a moral virus that is wreaking havoc in his life. God’s covenantal love and grace and mercy.

The Patriarchs Broken but Blessed Genesis 32 David Taylor September 11, 2016 We are in the midst of our series, “The Patriarchs,” where we have looked at the life of Abraham, Isaac, and now Jacob. For Jacob, like the rest of us, sin is a moral virus that is wreaking havoc in his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Second Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 13, 2016

The second commandment is talking about the Idol worship. God is against all kinds of Idol worships. YHWH is the only God to be worshiped all over the world.

Second Commandment Ex 20:4-6 Introduction: This second command precedes all other eight commandments. In God’s sight the Idol worship leads to all sins. If a person keeps himself away from Idol worship, he will keep himself from every sinful life. 1. NOT TO MAKE ANY IDOL V.4. It is ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Methodist

Father, Son And Holy Spirit: Practical Implications Of The Triune God

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jun 18, 2017

The doctrine, importance and value of the triune God is incalculable for born-again Christians. Denying this doctrine rejects the whole of Christianity.

Humorist Garrison Keillor, host of the radio show “A Prairie Home Companion,” said this of love: “We should not think that we have figured this out, because it is not a problem, it’s a mystery and always will be.” “It is not a problem, it’s a mystery, and always will be.” We’ve become so advanced ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-20

Denomination: Other

Joy Is Restored Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Dec 17, 2017

Sorrow is but for a time. The power of prayer, memories of God’s past healing and His loving-kindness sustain Israel. God heals the pain of the present in the same manner as He has healed the pain of the past.

Joy is the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying: it is keen pleasure, or elation. Joy is more elusive, subtle, and nuanced than happiness. We can manipulate circumstances to our own advantage to obtain what we think will bring happiness, or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Other

The Law Of Love: How Compassion Can Change Your Life

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Jul 18, 2019

The Parable of the Good Samaritan offers the unique opportunity to see compassion at work outside of Israel. Compassion can change our lives, our churches, and our world.

The Law of Love: How Compassion Can Change Your Life By The Rev. Rian Adams Have you ever wondered how to spot a hypocrite? It’s possible to spot them in their natural habitat… hiding behind religious rules instead of living the law of love. That happened in today's Gospel lesson. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Episcopal

When Paul Got One-Star Reviews

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 30, 2019

The Corinthians criticize Paul's preaching. What can we learn from this conflict?

[First half of church fight story from Andy Stanley about his Dad - this can be found at the start of Andy Stanley's book Deep and Wide] TRASHING PAUL: It is both stunning and comforting that Paul got some negative reviews. - 2 Corinthians 10:1, 9-10. - We usually think of Paul as the great ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-2, 2 Corinthians 10:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Tragedy Of A Busy But Mis-Spent Life And Time

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 2, 2019

Your life is precious and should be spent right. Any misuse of one's time leads to a tragedy

Luke 10:38 – end; Psalm 39:4-5 The dictionary helps us to define some of the words in our topic, let’s take a look at them. Tragedy: an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe. Busy: occupied with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38, Psalm 39:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Promise Is A Promise And May Not Be Broken

Contributed by Roy Harris on May 14, 2016

Sermons can be use during or on Pentecost

Pentecost Sunday “A Promise is a Promise and may not be broken.” Sunday 15 May 2016 1. Today, 15 May 2016, Christian Churches worldwide are celebrating Pentecost. 2. The Jewish nation calls it Shavuot, the Hebrew word for "sevens." This is because Shavuot is to be observed on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

The Voice

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 16, 2016

Looks at John as being THE VOICE of the one crying in the wilderness

“THE VOICE” John 1:19-28 Intro TV Show – searching for singing talent THE VOICE (Three judges – how they work ) As we look at our passage today…we discover John the Baptist And the first thing we will read in our passage today is this is an account of John’s ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Christ And Who Am I?

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 16, 2014

This text reminds us that distorted views of God and ourselves are revealed by trouble.

3) And when he got into the boat, his disciples followed him. 24) A windstorm arose on the sea, so great that the boat was being swamped by the waves; but he was asleep. 25) And they went and woke him up, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” 26) And he said to them, “Why are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Baptist