Sermons on Gather Together:

The Day Of Pentecost

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 25, 2023

The Day of Pentecost marks the beginning of an authentic ministry for the disciples of Jesus, and we need such an experience to be effective in ministry, especially as we prepare people to come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

REFLECTIONS ON THE DAY It was a unique occurrence. On that day, the setting was right and the atmosphere was conducive for a mighty move of God. When Jesus came into the world, He came through a family unit. That family became a multitude, made up of people He had nurtured and prepared to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16, Acts 2:1-4, John 7:37-39, Acts 1:12-15, John 14:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ms. Persia

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 28, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 2: 1 – 23

Esther 2: 1 – 23 Ms. Persia 1 After these things, when the wrath of King Ahasuerus subsided, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what had been decreed against her. 2 Then the king’s servants who attended him said: “Let beautiful young virgins be sought for the king; 3 and let the king ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Ms. Persia

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 28, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 2: 1 – 23

Esther 2: 1 – 23 Ms. Persia 1 After these things, when the wrath of King Ahasuerus subsided, he remembered Vashti, what she had done, and what had been decreed against her. 2 Then the king’s servants who attended him said: “Let beautiful young virgins be sought for the king; 3 and let the king ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Vultures And The Carcass (Sermon On The Rapture)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 21, 2025

I want to read Luke 17:37 for out text verse which is probably going to cause some of you to scratch your head wondering what this verse is talking about. But I will explain the meaning of this verse later in this sermon.

Look at… Text: Luke 17:37, Introduction: Because the Lord loved people, He used everything available to teach people. Jesus was the master teacher. • Thousands would gather to hang on every word He spoke. • People traveled far and wide just to hear him teach. • The lessons he taught ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:37

Denomination: Baptist

Church As Community Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Aug 31, 2016

We all have our standards for what should happen as a church. What were the standards of the first church? How did they live them out?

A man once joined a monastery in which he had to take a vow of silence. Each year he was summonsed before the Abbot and allowed to speak two words. After the first year, the man said, “Bed hard.” The second year, he said, “Food bad.” Upon the third year, the man said, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Praying Church

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 19, 2009

Jesus called the temple a "House of Prayer". Is the church a house of prayer today? Do we believe prayer is still powerful? Nothing is more powerful than a church that prays together.

“A Praying Church” Acts 4:23-31 May 17, 2009 Today I would like to share with you about what is probably the most important activity of each Christian and the church as whole, prayer. I know for a fact that some Christians only pray at meal times and it’s often a repetitive, shallow one. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

United We Stand Divided We Fall PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance, beauty, and blessings of unity among believers, as depicted in Psalm 133:1-3, and to encourage the congregation to recognize and live out this unity in their daily lives.

Good morning, family of God! Isn't it a joy to be together in the house of the Lord this morning? When we gather together in unity, we reflect the very heart of God and experience a taste of His kingdom here on earth. As we dive into the Word today, we're going to be looking at a portion of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Topics: Unity, Body Of Christ

Sukkot - Feast Of Tabernacles, The Ingathering

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 25, 2021

The Feast of Tabernacles, families create outdoor living space to eat their meals and rest, spending as much time as possible in this outdoor “booth”. As I look to the open sky, I am reminded to “Look up, for your redemption draws near.” But to understand the INGATHERING, this means so much more!

2021.09.19. Feast of Tabernacles – Sukkot, the Ingathering William Akehurst, HSWC Sukkot – The Feast of Tabernacles Note: Monday night 9/20 is the Harvest Moon. A Full moon that will brighten the evening as if daylight. (See Zechariah 14:7) During the Feast of Tabernacles, families create an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11, Acts 3:19-21, Zechariah 14:1-20, Exodus 23:16, Zechariah 14:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Other Name

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 22, 2006

There is power in the Name of Jesus.

Pastor Jamie Wright * 07-20-05 Psalm 52:9 “In Your name I will hope, for Your name is good.” Philippians 2:9 “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given Him a Name which is above every name.” A MISUSED NAME! • The name of Jesus is often Mis-spoken! You shall not misuse the name of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Topic: The Message Of Christ

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 6, 2022

From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is consistent in its theme. From the Old Testament to the New testament there is a progressive revelation of the Kingdom of God.

Topic: The Message of Christ Text: Mt 4:17 Mat 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Intro: From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is consistent in its theme. From the Old Testament to the New testament there is a progressive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Christian Church

Joy That Lasts Beyond The Holidays

Contributed by Don Schultz on Nov 25, 2003

Most people throw out their Christmas joy with the wrapping paper and the tree. Where does one find Christmas joy that lasts?

Luke 2:8-20 JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS Luke 2:8-20 CHRISTMAS JOY THAT LASTS BEYOND THE HOLIDAYS There once was a small group of people – separate from the rest of the world. While the rest of the world was gathering together with family and friends, having a good time, eating and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Breaking Up The Hinderances

Contributed by Weston Blankenship on Jul 14, 2007

Breaking down bearries to get to Jesus. Breaking through life’s problems and hang ups to victory.

“Breaking Up the Hindrances” TEXT: Mark 2:1-5 1 And again he entered into Capernaum after some days; and it was noised that he was in the house. 2 And straightway many were gathered together, insomuch that there was no room to receive them, no, not so much as about the door: and he preached the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-5

Denomination: Apostolic

Something Important Is Going On Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Apr 17, 2019

As I was preparing for this Resurrection Sunday Sunrise service, the question that kept coming to my mind was: “Why in the world would someone want to get up so early on this Sunday morning?” And then the answer came to me people get up early when there is something very important going on

INTRODUCTION: As I was preparing for this Resurrection Sunday Sunrise service, the question that kept coming to my mind was: “Why in the world would someone want to get up so early on this Sunday morning?” And then the answer came to me people get up early when there is something very important ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Set Your Altar?

Contributed by Robert Massey on Aug 27, 2002

Our relationship with God should be the most important relationship that we have. When we place that relationship as Priority One, there are effects that should be seen in our lives. This message demonstrates what those effects are.

We know that certain ones who were living in Babylon after Cyrus came to reign were touched by God to leave Babylon and go back to Jerusalem and rebuild the city that had been torn down seventy years before by Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon. God had prophesied of this over two hundred years ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Pentecost In Joel

Contributed by David Petticrew on Jun 8, 2003

A look at the prophecies of Joel in light of Peter’s speech on the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit has been made available to all who will repent and turn to God.

Introduction The day of Pentecost. I don’t know what your traditions have been in the past but I don’t think I’d really heard much about the day of Pentecost until I moved to the Nazarene Church. Now this might be strange considering we moved from a Pentecostal church but then again I was only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Holiness