Sermons on Eternal Decree:

Joy In The Midst Of Heaviness Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 14, 2025

This sermon explains the Christian paradox of experiencing profound joy—rooted in our eternal salvation—while simultaneously enduring temporary and purposeful seasons of sorrow and trials.

Introduction: A Heavenly Paradox To the world, joy and sorrow are opposites. They are like oil and water; they cannot mix. You are either happy, or you are sad. The presence of one means the absence of the other. The goal of modern life, it seems, is to construct a life so comfortable, so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And See The Glory Of The Word Made Flesh Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2025

The greatest miracle in all of history. God became man. Eternity entered time. The invisible became visible. The Word became flesh and dwelt among us.

Go! And See the Glory of the Word Made Flesh John 1:14 (NLT): “So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.” Introduction – The Eternal Word Who Stepped Into Our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1, John 1:12, Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 1:23, 1 Corinthians 6:19, John 12:23-24, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Matthew 5:16, John 1:14, Philippians 2:6-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grief During The Holidays PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 13, 2023

This sermon encourages finding hope in God's promises during times of heartache and grief, and holding onto the eternal, unseen blessings He has prepared for us.

Welcome, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not as strangers meeting for the first time, but as a family, united in love and faith. We are united in our shared hope and belief in the promises of our Lord Jesus Christ. We stand together, not because we are perfect, but because we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Topics: Grief

Perfect Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 17, 2023

This sermon explores the true meaning of Christmas, emphasizing God's perfect gift of eternal life through His Son, Jesus Christ, and our response to this gift.

Good morning, dear church family. It is always a joy to gather together, to lift our voices in praise, to offer our hearts in worship, and to open our minds to the wisdom of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves on the precipice of the Christmas season, a time of joy and celebration, a time of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12

Topics: Perfect Gift, Jesus

The Heavenly Realms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Emphasize that God has already provided us with every spiritual blessing in Christ, and it is our responsibility to embrace and enjoy these blessings in our lives today and for eternity.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a message from Ephesians. I am excited to share with you what the Lord has placed on my heart, and I believe it will encourage and strengthen you in your walk with Him. As Charles Spurgeon once said, "It is not how much we have, but how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3

Topics: Spiritual Blessings

Jesus Promises Living Water PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

This sermon aims to explore the themes of God's promise of living water, the division caused by unbelief, and the hope of eternal life, as illustrated in John 8: 37-39.

Good morning, family. It's wonderful to see all of you gathered here today in our Father's house. We're going to dive into a passage from the book of John today, specifically John 8: 37-39. Our focus will be on three themes: The Promise of Living Water, The Division of Unbelief, and The Hope of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:37-39

Topics: Division, Unbelief

Do Not Confuse Movement With Progress PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon encourages spiritual growth and progress in Christ, emphasizing the importance of seeking eternal sustenance and keeping our focus on Jesus, our Bread of Life. Key

Good morning, Church family! It's a real joy to see you all here today. There's a certain warmth that fills the room when we gather together to worship and share God's word. Today, we're going to talk about something that's near and dear to all of our hearts, whether we realize it or not. We're ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Topics: Moving Forward, Christ

Tis The Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring, transformative hope found in Jesus Christ, emphasizing its eternal nature and its call to share this hope with all nations. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to our time of fellowship and worship. As we gather here today, let's remind ourselves of the enduring truth that our God is a God of hope. He assures us of this hope in the darkest of times, in the deepest of valleys, and in the most challenging of circumstances. This hope ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Topics: Hope

Finding Gratitude Amidst Sorrow SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of expressing gratitude even in times of deep sorrow and grief. It emphasizes the importance of cherishing memories, valuing relationships, and the belief in eternal life.

Giving Thanks Even At A Time Of Death I don't want to diminish the grief we feel today. I won't say that everything is alright, because it's not. We are hurting, and we know that this pain will linger for a while. Our grief is a dark valley that we must walk through before we can find healing. God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Topics: Funerals, Non-Christian

Discipline Of Celebration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon encourages us to actively participate in praising God, celebrating His past deeds, present actions, and promised future, as part of our eternal song.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a wonderful day to be in the house of the Lord? I am so grateful to see each and every one of you here today, ready to embrace the Word of God and to let it permeate your hearts, minds, and spirits. Today, we are going to be turning our gaze to the ...read more

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

Wifi For Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to live purposeful lives focused on eternal, unseen realities, guided by God's pursuit of us, as illustrated in 2 Corinthians 4:18.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to be here with you today, standing on the firm foundation of our faith, bound together by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We gather here, not by accident or chance, but by divine appointment. This is a sacred moment, a holy huddle, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18

Topics: Walking In Faith, Intentionally

Leave The Tomb Behind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' love, His power over death, and His promise of eternal life, as demonstrated in the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-16.

Good morning, beloved family. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the beautiful tapestry of our faith. We come together, not as individuals, but as a collective body of Christ, united in love, faith, and purpose. Today, we are here to engage with a powerful ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Topics: Jesus, Death, Sleep

Lazarus And The Rich Man PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025

True faith is shown by compassion for others; ignoring those in need hardens our hearts and distances us from God’s grace and eternal hope.

Friends, welcome. Some stories slip past our defenses and sit down in the living room of our hearts. Jesus tells one of those stories today. It hums with hope and honesty. It whispers to our comfort and calls to our conscience. It lifts our chin so we can see the person at the gate and the God who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Hell

The Kingdom Is Like... PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2025

God works powerfully through small, unnoticed beginnings; our efforts and prayers matter because His presence transforms the ordinary into something eternally significant.

Friends, if we had coffee together this morning and you told me you felt small, overmatched, or unnoticed, I’d nod and say, “You’re in good company.” Jesus often started with small things—a seed in the palm of a hand, a pinch of yeast tucked into dough, a field under a wide sky. He meets us in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:30-36

Topics: Kingdom Builders, Understanding

The Word Gives Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2025

Jesus’ promise gives present assurance of eternal life, freeing us from guilt and fear, and inviting us to trust fully in His finished work.

Some words rearrange a room, don’t they? A doctor says, “It’s benign,” and shoulders drop. A coach calls your name, and you run to the field. A judge declares, “You’re free to go,” and the hallway home seems shorter. Words can wrap around us like a warm blanket on a windy night. And then there are ...read more

Scripture: John 5:24

Topics: Abide, God's Word, Power