Sermons on Fervent In Spirit:

Living Our Faith In Real Life Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 3, 2021

The God-ordained trip for Paul consists of a very difficult voyage. We see his faith in God despite the ordeal. God is sovereign, present and in control in our trials and tribulations.

How often do your plans start well but then somehow moved into chaos? You make all the arrangements but then disaster strikes. • Where do you turn to in times of crisis? When you have done all that you possibly can, what’s next? Are we going to give up or still stick with God? • Welcome to Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:27-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Our Purpose? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 5, 2021

If we do not know the Lord’s purpose as a church, then we can’t plan for success; and thus, we will see no results in reaching the world for Jesus Christ. This passage shows the five purposes (five E-words) designed for every church.

This morning, I want us to think about our purpose. The word “purpose” is defined as, “the reason for which something exists or is done,” and “an intended or desired result.”(1) Based on the definition of the word “purpose,” we can see how we need to consider the reason why we do certain things, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowship On Purpose Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 5, 2021

Can we effectively worship the Lord by ourselves at home, on the golf course, or on a hiking trail in the forest? Why do we need to go to church? Is there something in it for us? Yes, there is something in it for each of us!

We’re going to begin discussing the five purposes of the church by first looking at what the Bible says about fellowship. Dictionary.com defines fellowship as, “friendly relationship,” “companionship,” and “communion, as between members of the same church.”(1) The Lord wants us all to have close ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Psalm 92:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation And The Purpose Of Grace Series

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on May 6, 2021

This message covers Chapter 7 & 8 of the BF&M2000 (Articles 4 &5).The aspects of salvation are covered as well as the purpose of God's grace.

We Believe: Salvation & The Purpose of God’s Grace Into Today we get to talk about something that is so wonderful – and yet misunderstood. It’s wonderful in that we have it, the world needs it, we can help them get it, and but we are not the ones that give it. And it is misunderstood ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:23, James 4:17, Acts 4:12, John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation By Grace Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 7, 2021

The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace.

Salvation by Grace Jeffery Anselmi / General Proclaim-The Gospel Has Come / Grace / Acts 15:1–21 The first church proclaimed that salvation is by grace. INTRODUCTION • When the Reformer Martin Luther nailed the Ninety-Five Theses to the church door in Wittenberg and set the world on fire, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Lose The Glory

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on May 16, 2021

The pandemic forced churches to move from the four walls and the eloquent edifices to online sermons with an escalated determination to ensure influential and doctrine-based content because the new pandemic church demanded we do so.

“Don't lose the Glory” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. SCRIPTURE: 1 Samuel 4:19-22 “And about the time of her death the women that stood by her said unto her, Fear not; for thou hast born a son. But she answered not, neither did she regard it. And she named the child Ichabod, saying, The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:19-22

Denomination: Apostolic

The Characterization Of Christian Love

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 19, 2021

What is the difference between Christian Love and the way the world's love? The answer is astonishing

Introduction I’ve always loved limericks: “There once were 2 cats from Kilkenny Each thought there was one cat too many They fought and they spit, and they clawed and they bit. Till instead of two cats… there weren't any.” (Pulpit Helps) Now that strikes us as funny because we can picture cats ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-39, Colossians 3:13, Ephesians 4:31-32, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 John 4:8, Leviticus 19:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Week 3: Faith & Friends Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 23, 2021

How can we encourage those who are suffering?

There was a study done in 2004 which found that the number of people without any close friends tripled since the last study in 1985. Nearly a quarter of the people surveyed said that they have no one in their life that they can confide in (America Sociological Review, June 1, 2006). We live in a ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:11-13, Job 4:4-9, Job 3:1-4, Job 3:11

Denomination: Lutheran

6 Reasons To Celebrate God's Love Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

You cannot make too many withdraws from the bank account of God’s great love.

Turn to Psalm 136 because you have a part to play in today’s sermon. Why is knowing God so valuable? 1. Knowing God Gives You Confidence “He shall seduce with flattery those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God shall stand firm and take action” (Daniel 11:32). The people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:2

Denomination: Baptist

Wilderness Experience

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on May 26, 2021

Have you ever felt that way before? were you don’t feel God’s presence in your life? You feel confused and question, “where are you Lord?

Let’s talk about something, I believe is very important.  Let me start by reading a few of my journal entries over the past month. Good morning Lord!  Patience version 2!  Learning to wait patiently on You.  Thank you for the lessons on how to patiently wait upon you.  I ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:2, Psalm 13:1, Psalm 22:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 8 The Majesty Of God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 14, 2022

Psalm 8 explores the theme of God’s majestic splendor and our puny insignificance by way of comparison.

The Majesty of God   Psalm 8 Introduction Mays: Psalm 8 is the first hymn of praise in the Psalter. It is unlike any other in structure and style. It is the only hymn in the OT composed completely as a direct address to God. Stafford Wright wrote, “This psalm could be killed by a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Voice

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 21, 2022

Revelation 14

THE VOICE (REVELATION 14) The American singing competition “The Voice” has aired since 2011 and it aims to find unsigned singing talent. Contestants are selected through public auditions and trained by a panel of four coaches who guide and critique their performances in an attempt to discover ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Education Is Basic. Listen, And Speak, About Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 23, 2022

A sermon on the Shema, urging us to listen, love, and teach.

09.25.22 Deuteronomy 6:4–9 4 Hear, O Israel! The LORD is our God. The LORD is one! 5 Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. 6 These words that I am commanding you today are to be on your heart. 7 Teach them diligently to your children, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Does The World Hate Us?

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 24, 2022

One of the things that confuses many Christians is the attitude of non-Christians toward them. Even in the United States we experience backlash against us as Christians.

Alba 9-15-13 (Revised 9-18-2022) WHY DOES THE WORLD HATE US? John 15:18-25 A woman in India watches as her sister is dragged off by Hindu nationalists. She doesn’t know if her sister is alive or dead. A man in a North Korean prison camp is shaken awake after being beaten unconscious; the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 1, 2022

2 Timothy 2:8-13 gives us encouragements when suffering for the gospel.

Introduction Late one night, Emanuel Lighe returned home to find police waiting for him. There was a death in the village, and Lighe’s name topped the suspect list. Cuffed and detained, Lighe was questioned well into the night at the police station. He was refused the right to leave. Hours turned ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed