Sermons on Fire By Night:

Becoming Refined

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 3, 2014

Have you fallen over and over again in your Christian walk? It could be that all this falling is meant to draw out of you all that is impure so that God can refine you

Becoming refined She was born Feb 2, 1929 as Patricia Routledge but you may know her best from her television personality as Hyacinth Bucket (Bouquet). She is the middle class wife who has upper class aspirations. She is the lead character of the British television series called - Keeping ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fall On Us

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Dec 20, 2013

This is not for the faint of heart: If all you want is a blessing this is not the message for you, this is only for those who want God to take over, to consume them.

While peter yet spake these words, the HolyGhost fell on all them, which heard the word. I want to draw your attention to one word in this verse (fell) that word has captured my attention. The HolyGhost fell on all them, which heard the word First of all it tells me that what is happening is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Contest On Mount Carmel

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013

Prevarication is not an option!

THE CONTEST ON MOUNT CARMEL. 1 Kings 18:20-39. The prophet Elijah is nothing if not bold in his confrontation with King Ahab. The king accused Elijah of being “he that troubles Israel” (1 Kings 18:17). The prophet’s retort was rather to accuse Ahab and his family of troubling Israel, as they had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Different Kind Of Feast, A Different Kind Of Lake

Contributed by Ken Henson on Nov 27, 2018

The Destiny of the Righteous (a forever feast) is a blessed contrast with the destruction of the wicked in the Lake of Fire.

Revelation 19 v. 17 and I saw and angel standing in the sun, and he cried with a big voice, saying to all the birds flying in the middle of the sky “Come! Gather to the mega-dinner of God, v. 18 in order that you might feast on the flesh of kings, and the flesh of leaders of thousands, and the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:17-21

Denomination: *other

A Sequence Of Sayings

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 12, 2018

A reward for those who welcome Jesus' disciples. A warning for those who lead them astray.

A SEQUENCE OF SAYINGS. Mark 9:38-50. 1. John informed Jesus of “one casting out devils in Your name; and we forbad him because he follows not with us” (Mark 9:38). Perhaps John’s jealousy was fired by the failure of the nine members of the team who - whilst Jesus, Peter, James and John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Things To Protect (The Mind, The Heart, And The Mouth)

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Jan 4, 2017

The Forces of Darkness are after three areas of a Believers lives The Mind - The Heart - The Mouth

YOUR MIND. The devil loves to put thoughts into your mind. You can be born-again and heaven-bound, but if you have wrong thoughts, your effectiveness on earth is greatly diminished. We must war against thoughts that don’t agree with the truth. Analyze your thoughts. Just say to yourself, “Hey, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparation For Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 2, 2022

Let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth and John the Baptist’s preparatory ministry.

Let’s look at the New Testament book of Matthew, which contains the best commentary about the law of Moses, and its application in the spirit for Christians. First, let’s understand the circumstances of Jesus' birth and John the Baptist’s preparatory ministry. Names Names used to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Got Your Back

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 4, 2022

When situation gets beyond control, when the enemy comes like a flood against you, your health, your children and your finances, all you have to do is ‘lift up your hands from where your help comes.’

God has got your back Daniel 3:22”For this reason, because the king's command was urgent and the furnace had been made extremely hot, the flame of the fire killed those men who carried up Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego.” A prophetic word is coming towards you this morning that no weapon ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Parole, No Appeal, No Hope: The Great White Throne Judgment Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 19, 2020

You do not end up as mere food for worms and fertilizer for flowers in a forgotten grave. You will be in one of two places after you take your last breath, and you will face the Sovereign LORD, either as Savior or Judge. Where do you stand on that fact?

The Holy Bible affirms that there are ONLY two places where your soul can go after death. Either you will be in heaven with God the Father, the Lord Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the redeemed of all history, or in hell with the devil, his angels, and the wicked of all history, to be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Matthew 25:41, Mark 9:43-48, Luke 16:19-31, 2 Corinthians 6:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Cloven Tongues Series

Contributed by Timilehin Daniel Olabiyi on Jan 4, 2025

The cloven tongues, like flames of fire, that rested upon the disciples symbolize the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. This power is available to every child of God, empowering us to live victorious lives. Are you ready for it today?

INTRODUCTION: Greetings in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ! Today message is not just a ritual but a word from the father. Shall we pray? Today, the theme under consideration is Cloven Tongues, a term that came to being on the day of Pentecost according to the book of Acts 2: 1 – 3. The cloven ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3, Luke 24:49, Acts 2:3

Denomination: Apostolic

When Faith Soaked The Sacrifice: Elijah's Test Of God's Power

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Aug 22, 2024

In a bold act of faith, Elijah drenched his sacrifice with water, making it impossible to burn—except by the hand of God. What followed was a powerful demonstration that left no doubt: the Lord is God, and His power is unmatched.

Praise be to the wonderful and powerful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! He is the Aleph and Tav, the Beginning and the End. The Bible symbolizes the number seven as representing completeness. We see this in the seven days of Creation, the seven times Joshua marched around Jericho, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:38-39, 1 Corinthians 13:9, Isaiah 13:13, Isaiah 66:1-2, Zechariah 2:13, Habakkuk 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Numbness Not Dumbness

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Apr 13, 2025

The Book of Hebrews 1. the superiority of Christ 2. to warn the Christian not to abandon their faith or simply put backsliding. A plant can remain dormant for a season but sooner or later it is either going to : 1) Bloom and grow 2) Die 3) Cannot remain dormant for ever.

Title RCF 04/11/2025 Numbness in the Kingdom Introduction: The author of the book of Hebrews is not certain. There are two main themes in the book 1. the superiority of Christ 2. to warn the Christian not to abandon their faith or simply put backsliding. A plant can remain dormant ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:9-11

Denomination: Other

The Challenges Moses Faced And His Relationship With God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 9, 2025

Moses, one of the most prominent figures in the Bible, faced numerous challenges throughout his life.

Moses, one of the most prominent figures in the Bible, faced numerous challenges throughout his life. Despite his struggles, Moses maintained a deep relationship with God, which enabled him to overcome every obstacle. Challenges Moses Faced: Moses encountered several challenges, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:11, Numbers 14:13-19

Ways That Unsaved People Think They're Saved Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with biblical corrections:

As Christians, it's essential to understand that salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). However, many people mistakenly believe they are saved when, in fact, they are not. Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Hebrews 11:6

War And Disaster Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 9, 2018

The Revelation serves as a warning to us all. Fear and repentance is the proper response to God’s judgment. May we never indulge in soul’s boast that only invites destruction, for He humbles the proud, but exalts the humble.

Revelation 16 TRANSLATION 12. And the sixth poured out his bowl on the great river Euphrates, and its water was dried up, so that the way for the kings of the East could be prepared. 13. And I saw from the mouth of the dragon, and out of the mouth of the beast, and out of the mouth of the false ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:12-21

Denomination: *other