Sermons on God Equips:

Show Me!

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Dec 27, 2009

A different look at the balance of faith and works

Concordia Lutheran Church 14th Sunday of Pentecost, August 6, 2009 SHOW ME! James 2:1-10, 14-18 † IN THE NAME OF JESUS † James encourages the church, “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. 3 For you know that when your faith is ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Grown Up Thinking And Speaking Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 18, 2015

Unity, Truth, Our Speech, Others

GROWN UP CHRISTIANS – Grown Up Thinking and Speaking Ephesians 4:11-32 (p. 815) May 31, 2015 Introduction: When my brother in law Kevin was about 6 or 7 years old he was at a restaurant with his mom Nancy and her best friend Tina...as they were eating Kevin looked across the table ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There Oil In Your Lamp?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2025

The parable of the ten virgins serves as a powerful reminder to every believer: "Is there oil in your lamp?" We are called to be wise, to prepare, and to keep our lamps burning until the Bridegroom comes.

IS THERE OIL IN YOUR LAMP? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: Matthew 25:1-13 INTRODUCTION The parable of the ten virgins in Matthew 25:1-13 is a profound teaching from Jesus about being prepared for His coming. The key question it raises for each believer is: "Is there oil in your lamp?" ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Put On Each Piece With Prayer Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 16, 2009

Prayer is the final component to the Armor of God. It is the source of power that is necessary to enable us not only to stand but to engage the enemy to ultimate victory in Christ. Prayer directs, equips, and empowers us.

Put On Each Piece With Prayer Ephesians 6:10-13, 18 “Stand up, stand up for Jesus, Stand in His strength alone; The arm of flesh will fail you, You dare not trust your own. Put on the gospel armor, Each piece put on with prayer; Where duty calls or danger, Be never wanting there.” Prayer is the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Sunday 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

Missions opportunities are all around us local, regional, national and international. Is God calling you to a mission field of some kind. Be open to His call and let the love of Jesus fuel your faith to serve.

Mission Sunday 2017 1 Peter 1:17-23 "Since you call on a Father who judges each person’s work impartially, live out your time as foreigners here in reverent fear. For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Treasures In Earthen Vessels

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 1, 2014

The reason why God brought us to this earth is because He has a special assignment for us. To fulfill your purpose; to carry out the assignment or the role God has for you, He has put certain treasures in you.

Introduction GOD WANTS TO USE YOU The Bible in Ephesians 2:10 tells us that God has prepared in advance good works He wants us to do. What this means is that even before we were born, God had in mind a work, an assignment, a role for every one of us which He brought us to this earth to fulfill. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Armor Of God: The Helmet Of Salvation And The Sword Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2022

If we are going to win the battle, we must know the enemy possesses the power. We must also understand that Satan is a vanquished foe and we have the equipment to fully protect ourselves. This week we will study the last two pieces of spiritual armor that God provides.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org watch this message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/156328 Introduction It comes as a shock to the new or the uninformed believer that the Christian life is a battleground and not a playground. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Brethren

When God Singles You Out

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 5, 2025

There are moments in life when God chooses to single out an individual—not for punishment or shame, but for honour, divine assignment, and fulfilment of destiny.

WHEN GOD SINGLES YOU OUT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:28-30 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:5, Psalm 139:13-16, John 15:16, Esther 4:14, 1 Samuel 16:11-13 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when God chooses to single out an individual—not for punishment or shame, but for honour, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Goodness And Mercy Of Almighty God

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Sermon discussing how good God really is!

The Goodness and Mercy of Almighty God Psalm 23 Series (Final Sermon) November 26, 2006 AM This morning, we dive into the final verse of the 23rd Psalm, focusing on three basic themes. The Goodness of God, The Mercy of God, and our Individual Worship. In our last visit into this passage, God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Sunday: Filled With Power From On High

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Pentecost is more than a day — it is a divine encounter that releases heaven’s power on earth. The Holy Spirit was not sent for a one-time experience but to dwell with and within us perpetually. As we yield to Him, we are transformed, empowered, and used mightily for God’s glory.

PENTECOST SUNDAY: FILLED WITH POWER FROM ON HIGH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:28-29, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, John 14:16–17, Romans 8:11 INTRODUCTION: Pentecost Sunday commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early disciples of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Empowered For God's Work Colossians 1:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 3, 2024

In Colossians 1:29 the apostle Paul reveals a profound insight into the source of strength for believers. Let's delve into this passage to uncover how God's truth transforms and equips us for His kingdom work.

Empowered for God's Work Colossians 1:29 Introduction: Today, we explore the empowering truth found in Colossians 1:29, where the apostle Paul reveals a profound insight into the source of strength for believers. Let's delve into this passage to uncover how God's truth transforms and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:29, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:13, Ephesians 3:20, Acts 1:8, Romans 12:2, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Deity Of Christ Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Smith on Nov 3, 2020

The first of two messages exploring the Biblical evidence that Christ is God himself. The purpose of this series is both enrich our understanding of the person Christ and to equip each one of us to better defend our Lord in the face of increasing opposition to the truth.

JUST WHO IS CHRIST? What does the Bible really say? Part One - Christ: The Eternal Creator-God Born in Bethlehem and placed in a manger, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 90:2, Psalm 45:6, Psalm 19:1, Exodus 3:14, Revelation 1:4, Hebrews 13:8, Hebrews 7:3, Hebrews 1:7-14, Hebrews 1:2, Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 6:12, Ephesians 1:11, Romans 4:17, Romans 1:20, John 20:28, John 8:58, John 6:38, Revelation 4:11, John 1:14, Micah 5:2, Ezekiel 28:11-19, Isaiah 48:12, Isaiah 46:6, Isaiah 44:6, Isaiah 43:13, Isaiah 42:8, Isaiah 40:25-28, Psalm 115:3, John 1:1-3, Revelation 22:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

Fire Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 11, 2024

The New Testament church (during Pentecost) did not have good instruments, equipment’s, music, and large buildings, but they had the fire of the Holy Spirit. It had the fire of the Holy Spirit.

The New Testament church (during Pentecost) did not have good instruments, equipment’s, music, and large buildings, but they had the fire of the Holy Spirit. It had the fire of the Holy Spirit. It had disciples and believers who were filled with the Holy Spirit's fire in an abundant and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11

The Weapons Of Warfare Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

This message is intended to bring an awareness of the unseen war that’s all around us, and to reveal our weapons and equipment with which we can engage in spiritual battle and defend ourselves against our spiritual enemy.

I’m not going to fight in the physical with physical weapons . . . I’m going to fight with spiritual weapons, cause it’s a spiritual fight. - Stephen Baldwin(1) If you attended Vacation Bible School as a child, then you may recall marching into the church building to the tune of “Onward, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Blueprint For Living

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 30, 2025

The Bible is God’s living blueprint for daily life, revealing Christ, forming character, and equipping believers to walk in truth and love.

I. Introduction — Trying to Navigate a World With No Map We live in a world that can run you ragged before breakfast. There are so many decisions to make, so much pressure, so many competing voices yelling their version of “truth” into our ears every day. It is incredibly easy to feel like we are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13-17, Psalm 119:105, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22, Matthew 7:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist