Sermons on Flames:

The King And I

Contributed by Michael Blitz on May 25, 2024

Isaiah comes before the King, and sees His Holiness

There are certain life and history events that stick out, just by mentioning a year. It’s Memorial day, so if I say 1941, I would think about half of you would know the DATE that will live in infamy, December 7 - the bombing of Pearl Harbor. I don’t do this often, but let me impress my boys. For ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Serpent (Genesis 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 6, 2024

Has temptation to sin basically changed? Let's discuss this in Genesis 3.

Does sin begin with temptation? When we begin to think that disobeying God looks pleasant to the eyes and desirable to make one wise, are we in trouble? Let’s discuss this in Genesis 3. How did a mysterious and subtle being called the serpent begin his seduction of the woman? Now the serpent was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Winning Isn't Easy... But It's Still Winning! Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 11, 2021

Being Christians in this world isn't easy--Jesus told us so. And Satan's goal is to destroy us and his church. But Paul is going to unpack the promise from last week: "For me, to live is Christ; to die is gain."

I. Intro ??In his book Loving God, Charles Colson draws attention to an incident involving an Indiana judge named William Bontrager. Bontrager had to pass sentence on Fred Palmer, a decorated Vietnam veteran who was found guilty of burglary. The crime was caused partly by involvement with drugs ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Led To The Lord

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 18, 2021

"One lighted torch leads to another." From the beginning of Jesus' ministry to the present times, the gospel of Jesus Christ has been passed down from person to person through a simple invitation, "come and see."

January 17, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 1:43-51 Led to the Lord Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “One lighted torch serves to light another.” Swiss Theologian Frederick Godet used this image to describe ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

3 Common Excuses For Ignoring God's Calling

Contributed by Chris Miller on Mar 26, 2019

God may be calling you. Are you being obedient or making excuses? Here are 3 common excuses used by Christians.

A small boy was eating pancakes and while no one was in the kitchen, he helped himself to some more topping. He used about half a bottle on one pancake and you can imagine the mess it made. His grandma returned to the kitchen to find the sticky aftermath. “Johnny,” she asked, “why did you use ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Colossians 4 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 3, 2021

For Colossians 3 notes see https://www.biblestudytools.com/commentaries/wesleys-explanatory-notes/colossians/colossians-3.html#:~:text=The%20Book%20of%20Colossians%20Chapter%203%20Verses%3A%20,lightly%20%20...%20%2015%20more%20rows%20

1 Masters, grant to your slaves (servants) justice and fairness, knowing that you too have a Master in heaven. 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, keeping alert in it with an attitude of thanksgiving; (for being in prison?) 3 praying at the same time for us as well, that God will open up to us a ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Called To A Great Name Series

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Sep 7, 2020

The God of Abraham, is still calling people today -- out of a self-centered existence into a life of daily service to Him.

The London zoo introduced a four-day exhibit: “Humans in Their Natural Environment.” They added a human display as part of the exhibits. The human “captives” were chosen through an online contest. To help visitors understand the humans, the zoo workers created a sign detailing their diet, habitat, ...read more

Denomination: Other

God’s Wonderful Promises From Isaiah 43:1-5

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 11, 2020

MANY WONDERFUL PROMISES CAN BE FOUND IN JUST THE FIRST 5 VERSES IN THE 43 CHAPTER OF THE BOOK OF ISAIAH. I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE ARE 35,000 PROMISES IN THE BIBLE, WELL HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THEM AND IF IT WAS ALL WE HAD IT WOULD BE ENOUGH TO RECEIVE ALL WE NEED FROM GOD.

GOD’S WONDERFUL PROMISES FROM ISAIAH 43:1-5 MANY WONDERFUL PROMISES CAN BE FOUND IN JUST THE FIRST 5 VERSES IN THE 43RD CHAPTER OF THE BOOK OF ISAIAH. I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE ARE 35,000 PROMISES IN THE BIBLE, WELL HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THEM AND IF IT WAS ALL WE HAD IT WOULD BE ENOUGH TO RECEIVE ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-5, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 13:5, Isaiah 44:22

Go! And See The Suffering Servant - Isaiah 53:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 30, 2025

Throughout history, people have misunderstood who Jesus truly is. Many see Him as a wise teacher, a miracle worker, or even a religious revolutionary. Isaiah 53 paints a powerful, prophetic picture of Jesus as the Suffering Servant—the One who took our place, bore our pain, and carried our sorrow.

Go! And See the Suffering Servant - Isaiah 53:3-4 Introduction Throughout history, people have misunderstood who Jesus truly is. Many see Him as a wise teacher, a miracle worker, or even a religious revolutionary. But Isaiah 53 paints a powerful, prophetic picture of Jesus as the Suffering ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-4, John 1:10-11, Matthew 8:16-17, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 27:41-43  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Spiritual Awakening

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 5, 2024

A Spiritual Awakening is reputed to be a profound experience that has often been correlated to a unique interrelation with the Divine, a deeper understanding of the nature of life, or a sense of inner growth and transformation.

Casandra Brené Brown, a female American professor and author once remarked: “Spirituality is recognizing and celebrating that we are all inextricably connected to each other by a power greater than all of us and that our connection to that power and to one another is grounded in love and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1, Revelation 3:2, Isaiah 52:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:6

Kingdom Keys - Mark Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024

Fear and confusion are normal when first encountering the risen Jesus. It's why there are so many who hear the word, come in contact with the power of God and retreat. It doesn’t take brilliance to understand God’s message to humanity after hearing the facts. It takes courage.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:33, Mark 5:36, Mark 9:5-7, Mark 9:6, Mark 16:8, Mark 5:32-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Presence Of God

Contributed by James Draviam on Feb 15, 2024

What the Presence of God can do in our lives? How to have the exclusive access to God's Presence

Introduction: In our walk with Christ, when we are facing problems the first thing that has to come to our mind is that ‘God is with us’. Often this is the last thing that comes to our mind. In this sermon let us examine the promises of our Lord and the benefits of enjoying His presence. [Zep 3:17 ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:17

That Same God - Part 3

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2025

God’s track record is perfect. He never fails, He restores, and He heals. When you understand that the same God who worked miracles in the past is still working today, your faith will rise to new levels.

THAT SAME GOD – PART 3 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:37 – “David said moreover, The LORD that delivered me out of the paw of the lion, and out of the paw of the bear, he will deliver me out of the hand of this Philistine. And Saul said unto David, Go, and the LORD be with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37, Malachi 3:6, Hebrews 13:8, Isaiah 43:2, Psalm 46:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fire For Service Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025

The fire for service, fueled by the Holy Spirit, is essential for effective ministry and impactful service in God’s Kingdom.

FIRE FOR SERVICE Main Text:  Acts 1:8  Supporting Texts: Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro INTRODUCTION The call to service in God's Kingdom is empowered by the Holy Spirit's fire. Jesus promised that the Holy Spirit would empower ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Gospel?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 22, 2025

Each and every Christian should desire to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ to as many as they have opportunity. Knowing we should preach The Gospel, what is The Gospel? Look at a sermon about The Gospel found in scripture.

Each and every Christian should desire to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ to as many as they have opportunity. Jesus commanded his Apostles first to preach the Gospel to every creature; secondly, each believer should follow that directive, also. (Mark 16:15-16, Matthew 24:14) Knowing we should ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:16-41, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ