Sermons on Essence:

Fellowship Of The Cross

Contributed by Donald Minshew on Jul 17, 2007

Parallels the idea of the Fellowship of the Ring with the fellowship of believers who walk together

Introduction: Big events - New production of the Fellowship of the Ring. JRR Tolkein-Oxford scholar; contemporary and friend of C.S. Lewis. Created a fantasy world. Fellowship of the Ring - a group of 9 diverse individuals, four races united in a common cause. A deeper fellowship pictured in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Change Is Not A Four Letter Word

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 16, 2005

Unless we are willing to be transformed into that which is good and acceptable and perfect to God our worship is in vain.

Romans 12: 1 – 8 Change Is Not A “Four” Letter Word Intro: You may be intrigued by the fact that you were given a teabag as you entered worship today. --- Remember the last time you were given something in worship by me? I asked you to take a silver dollar and turn it in $100,000. And now I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In Times Of Trouble Series

Contributed by Bishop(Dr) Sola Adetunji on Jun 13, 2005

A biblical exposition tutoring the believer on the reasons why God allow the saints to pass through what they are passing through.

IN THE TIMES OF TROUBLE(I) (i) THE MEANING OF “TROUBLES” John 16:33 “Tribulation” in that verse do not mean sickness, rather tribulation means persecutions, pressure, trials, like criticism, temporary failure, confusion, suffering in the pathway of duty, cheating, criminal ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Fellowship

Contributed by Robert Travis on Nov 29, 2006

Christian fellowship is more than fun and games.

CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Acts 2:41-47 41 Then they that gladly received his word were baptized: and the same day there were added unto them about three thousand souls.42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.43 And fear came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Saved By Grace

Contributed by James Linders on Apr 29, 2015

Satan has ill-intentions with the world and its people. He twists the truth and lead mankind to eternal condemnation.God on the other sent His ONLY son to this world to SAVE mankind...to snatch them from the fires of hell.

John 3:16-17 "God loved the people of this world SO much, that He gave His ONLY son,so that everyone who have faith in Him will have eternal life.".God did NOT send His son in to the world to condemn its people. He sent Him to save them." Satan does NOT care about the well being and the needs of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Employment Conditions

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 19, 2014

A drama for children: Employment Conditions

Employment Conditions (Based on Matthew 10) Materials: a hard hat, a high visibility vest, a clip board with the following employment conditions. Setting: Building site, a new city hospital You are a Recruitment officer from the building site. You are speaking to the congregation to enlist ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-42

Denomination: Lutheran

A Prayer For Revival.

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

A PRAYER FOR REVIVAL.

A PRAYER FOR REVIVAL. “Wilt thou not revive us again that thy people may rejoice in thee”-Psalm 85:6. I. THE TIMING OF SUCH A PRAYER ? (a) when we remember the past. Read: “Lord, thou hast been favorable unto thy land: thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob.... The 44th ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Priviledged People Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Feb 11, 2011

Study through 1 Peter

A Privileged People – 1 Peter 1:10-16 Have you ever thought about some of the ways the saints are referred to in scripture, i.e., beloved, brother, called out ones. All of these titles show that we are privileged people. We need to make much God’s saving grace shown toward us. Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Not Rebuilt, But New With Warranty

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Dec 4, 2005

Some of us are living in a way that was not Jesus’ plan for us. The Christian walk is not one of patching up our old lives. Nor is it adding some commands to our old lives. Jesus’ plan for us is to have a brand new life.

NOT REBUILT, BUT NEW, AND WITH A WARRANTY Text: Mark 2:21-22 I. WE HAVE A NEW COVENANT ( John 17:1-5 ) 1. It’s not a patch up or an addition to 2. Instead it’s completely new 3. It’s not a promise from man, but rather from God. 1. (John 17:1-2) These words spake Jesus, and lifted up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Three Kinds Of Blindness

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Mar 22, 2020

Our inability to see comes in different forms.

Our readings talk about blindness. Our inability to see, however, comes in different forms. One kind of blindness is a natural one, as we find in our Gospel, where the man healed by Jesus was blind from birth. Natural blindness is what we most commonly think about. Nevertheless, we can ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-41

That Is Good That Does Us Good

Contributed by George Warner on Aug 22, 2021

Wisdom is justified of her children (Matthew 11:19)

First Corinthians chapter 12 contains words that summarize the nature of the charismatic gifts of the Holy Spirit. Some of those gifts are common gifts and others are relatively rare. Now there are various sciences that coalesce with each other and cannot easily be understood in isolation from one ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:5-6, Matthew 11:19

Advent Unveiled: Exploring The Timeless Themes Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 7, 2023

As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries.

Advent Unveiled: Exploring the Timeless Themes As we embark on the Advent season, a sacred time of anticipation and reflection, let's delve into the timeless themes that have shaped this period of spiritual preparation for centuries. Join me as we unveil the significance of each traditional ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Isaiah 9:6, Philippians 4:7, Luke 2:10-11, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Title: The Power Of Jesus's Christmas Story: Reflecting On Hope, Love, And Redemption

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 11, 2023

Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has incredible significance, touching hearts and transforming lives. The power of Jesus's Christmas story can be seen through its profound themes of hope, love, and redemption.

Introduction: The Christmas season is a time of joy and celebration, but amidst the glittering lights and festive cheer lies a profound story of power and meaning—the story of Jesus's birth. Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Finding Strength In Life's Storms SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

A short devotion to start a meeting, aimed at inspiring each other to stay resilient during life's storms.

Have you ever noticed how it can rain on one side of town and not the other? Or even on one side of the street and not the other? Even tornadoes have a relatively narrow path of destruction. I've seen places where homes on one side of the street were heavily damaged while on the other side they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:23-24

Topics: Resilience, Faith

Anointing Is The Symbolic Expression Of The Transmittal Of Power From God

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 2, 2002

March 10, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Psalm 23 You have anointed my head with oil. (Ps. 23:5) Ephesians 5:8-14 John 9:1-41 Color: Purple 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Title: “Anointing is the symbolic expression of the transmittal of power f

March 10, 2002 -- FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Psalm 23 You have anointed my head with oil. (Ps. 23:5) Ephesians 5:8-14 John 9:1-41 Color: Purple 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Title: “Anointing is the symbolic expression of the transmittal of power from God to a human.” Chapter fifteen tells why God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran