Sermons on Glory Departed:

Come Forth

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 10, 2025

Bethany awoke to heartbreak. Lazarus was dead, and Jesus—though sent for—did not come until the fourth day, when hope seemed buried. Yet His delay set the stage for a miracle that would strengthen faith for every generation.

Introduction – Where Is He? The sun was just breaking over the village of Bethany. Birds began to sing as dawn’s first color brushed the courtyards of Mary and Martha’s home. Inside, a woman stood at the window—Martha—her eyes fixed on the road. Where is He? she wondered. He should have been here ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sixth Sunday After Epiphany (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 13, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 4:2-6, 1 John 3:1-8, Matthew 24:23-31. A). THE GREATER CANTATA. Psalm 96:1-13. Psalms 93-100 are sometimes known as the “enthronement” Psalms. Yet this is not the enthronement of any earthly king (Psalm 93:1; Psalm 97:1; Psalm 99:1). Many of the words of this particular ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13, Isaiah 4:2-6, 1 John 3:1-8, Matthew 24:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul Plays The Fool.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 21, 2025

Paul has been accused of being a fool and weak. He does not deny the accusations, but makes a masterful ironic reply.

PAUL PLAYS THE FOOL. 2 Corinthians 11:19-31. While the Apostle Paul was delayed from his next visit to Corinth, certain ‘false apostles’ (as he calls them in 2 Corinthians 11:13) had come into the Corinthian church preaching ‘another Jesus, whom we have not preached,’ and offering ‘another ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond The Veil: A Sermon For Transfiguration Sunday

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 1, 2025

Moses petition to the LORD to show him His glory is our petition too. And we shall be one day. But we need to be transformed first

Beyond the Veil: A Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday 2 Corinthians 3:12–4:2 NKJV Therefore, since we have such hope, we use great boldness of speech—unlike Moses, who put a veil over his face so that the children of Israel could not look steadily at the end of what was passing away. But their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43, Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 16, 2023

What s this hope that Christians have through Jesus? How is it we live in hope, that have a hope for the future, that we have hope to share with the world?

Hope Read Psalm 42. I’ve had a few things to celebrate this week it was good to come home from Mosgiel on Wednesday morning and catch up with Janaki (daughter) the team here at the Corps after the trip south. We had caught up with Louis (son), Hannah (daughter-in law) and Sophia ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4, Jeremiah 29:11, Deuteronomy 31:6, Matthew 28:20, Psalm 42:1-11, 1 Timothy 4:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Conversation With God

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 14, 2023

Moses had a special relationship with the Lord. Do we seek this?

A Conversation with God Exodus 33:12-23 Moses was an extraordinary person who lived in extraordinary times. The nation of Israel was in great danger. Unlike the situation that Modern Israel faces today, it was not the invasion of its territory by its neighbors. It was under threat by Yahweh ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Isaiah's Encounter With The Holiness Of God (Isaiah 6:1-8)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 4, 2024

Isaiah receives a vision of the LORD God Almighty in HIs glory and splendor. He recognizes himself for the sinner that he is, yet God commissions him to be His prophet. This is an encounter of reverence, fear, and service.

The events described in Chapter 6 of Isaiah occur early in the life of the prophet. We read in verse 1 that King Uzziah had died after a reign of fifty-two years. He is also referred to Azariah. He was a king who walked in the ways of the LORD until he tried to offer incense in the Temple, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, Habakkuk 1:13, Revelation 4:8, Revelation 15:4, Habakkuk 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: Abounding In Love And Discernment Philippians 1:9-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 4, 2024

Philippians 1:9-11 is a powerful prayer by the Apostle Paul for the believers in Philippi, and they provide a blueprint for our spiritual growth and transformation. Our focus on three key aspects: abounding in love, growing in knowledge and discernment, and living a life that brings glory to God.

Transformed by Truth: Abounding in Love and Discernment Philippians 1:9-11 Introduction: Today, we will delve into the profound truths found in Philippians 1:9-11. These verses are a powerful prayer by the Apostle Paul for the believers in Philippi, and they provide a blueprint for our spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11, 1 Thessalonians 3:12, Colossians 1:9-10, John 15:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Glorious Return Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 13, 2024

In this sermon, we’ll explore the scriptural foundations of Jesus’ second coming, its significance, and the implications for our lives.

The Bible assures us that Jesus Christ will return to earth in all His glory, a promise that has captivated believers for centuries. In this sermon, we'll explore the scriptural foundations of Jesus' second coming, its significance, and the implications for our lives. The Promise of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:11, Matthew 24:30

The 5 Solas Of The Reformation — Foundations Of Faith

Contributed by Hylton Davidson on Oct 12, 2025

500 years ago, 5 truths sparked a gospel revolution. The Five Solas—Scripture Alone, Grace Alone, Faith Alone, Christ Alone, to the Glory of God Alone—still anchor our faith today. Join me as we rediscover the foundations that changed the world.

Introduction: I believe it essential to return to the heart of the gospel—the truths that ignited the Reformation nearly 500 years ago. The Reformers, guided by the Holy Spirit, called the church back to the Bible, and in doing so, they articulated five foundational principles that we call the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 3:28, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 14:6, Romans 11:36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Our Boast In God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 22, 2025

These verses form the basis for an appeal to God for deliverance.

OUR BOAST IN GOD. Psalm 44:1-8. It is well if we base our appeals and cries for help to God not upon ourselves (our own good name, what we imagine we have achieved, and what we have done or not done); but rather upon His good name (PSALM 44:5; PSALM 44:8), what He has done in the past (cf. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 44:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Endless Peace Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 19, 2025

The endless troubled world is looking for an endless peace, this is available only in Christ. The end of wars, famine, starvation enmity are possible only in Christ and not in Christianity.

Text: Isaiah 9:1-7 Theme: Endless Peace by Prince of Peace   Greetings: The Lord is good and His Love Endures Forever! “Thou shalt be holy as I am Holy” is our annual theme, the monthly theme is “Prince of Prince”. Background: Isaiah Chapter 9 could have been Prophesied probably in 730 BC. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 31, 2017

What should we do when our government is ungodly? 1. Spend more time with our Savior (vs. 13). 2. Always choose God over government (vs. 14-20). 3. Keep speaking about our Savior (vs. 20). 4. Keep giving glory to God (vs. 21-22).

When Your Government Is Ungodly - Part 2 Acts 4:13-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 21, 2013 BACKGROUND: *Tonight we continue to follow up on the great miracle that took place at the beginning of Acts 3. Peter and John were on their way to the Temple to pray, and they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Temple Of God

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 30, 2007

You are God’s Temple, designed to give glory to him.

Title: The Temple of God Text: 1 Corinthians 3: 10 – 17 MP: You are the legacy of Jesus Christ. Be worthy of that. FCF: Christ is the foundation and His Word the materials that are the building blocks of our life. Outline: April 18, 1906 – San Francisco Earthquake / Valencia Hotel / Fire ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Community Of Hope

Contributed by Doug Knox on Dec 16, 2014

Do the departed saints remember us, or are they only enraptured with Christ? The way we answer that question will determine what kind of connection we will have with them. Two truths in this passage give us a call for hope.

About eight months after first wife Marie died I was engaged in one of the final service calls that I would conduct before I passed my locksmith business to my son-in-law. My customer was a ninety-two-year-old lady. She had a well used Bible on the table, and I asked her if she was a Christian. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist