Sermons on God Our Hope:

First Two Woes (Revelation 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 6, 2020

Let’s now take a look at the fifth and sixth trumpets, also known as the first two of three woes, in Revelation 9.

Let’s now take a look at the fifth and sixth trumpets, also known as the first two of three woes, in Revelation 9. 5th Trumpet 1st Woe - The Abyss Revelation 9:1 And the fifth angel sounded, and I saw a star fall from heaven unto the earth: and to him was given the key of the bottomless pit. A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Character Study Of James – The Brother Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025

James, the brother of Jesus, transformed from a skeptic into one of the most influential leaders of the early church.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JAMES – THE BROTHER OF JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:1 "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes which are scattered abroad, greeting." Supporting Texts: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Acts 15:13-21, 1 Corinthians 15:7, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1, Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Acts 15:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mary Remembers

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 25, 2025

We can't imagine what Mary thought or felt. But maybe we should try.

How could anyone believe? How could anyone understand? It was hard enough for us, who were there. Words are so small. How can I explain to anyone that God came to us - to me - in a way that not even Moses knew? Moses had to turn his head aside when God went by, so as not to be blinded. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:19, Luke 2:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Two Appointments You Will Keep

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 17, 2002

There are three judgments man needs to know about. Two of the three will apply to ever person who has ever lived.

THE ONE APPOINTMENT YOU WILL KEEP "And as it is appointed for men to die once, but after this the judgment" Hebrews 9:27. There are three judgments you need to know about…two of the three will apply to every person who has ever lived. I. The Judgment of Eternal Destiny! This judgment ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Contentment Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT

Psalm 32:1-11 SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT I. THE POSSIBILITY OF SPIRITUAL CONTENTMENT - 1-2 i. The Defination of Spiritual Contentment - Freedom from Transgression - “to cross a line.” rebellion - Pictures Sin as Defiance. 1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, Sin - “missing the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Globalisation Of The Gospel.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 13, 2022

And I, if I be lifted up from the earth, will draw all men unto me. John 12.32.

THE GLOBALISATION OF THE GOSPEL. John 12:20-36. (John 12:20-22): Some serious minded Greek worshippers expressed a desire to have a conversation with Jesus. They approached Philip, who came from Galilee of the Gentiles, and he and Andrew made the approach to the Lord on their behalf. It is good, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Since You're Going Anyway, Teach

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 6, 2009

Jesus’ call to us is to use the natural intersections of life to share what we know, to learn together with others, and to claim the victory of the Lord who will always be with us.

My wife and I made the rounds of the carpet stores one evening last week. She is a member of the church’s Building and Grounds Committee and has been given the assignment of refurbishing my office. It was an educational experience, but not a particularly entertaining one. At one carpet store we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Evolution: Fact Or Fiction Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on May 6, 2004

We’ll get the "boloney detector" out and examine the so called facts behind evolution.

Evolution’s Deception: Making a Monkey of Man, Pt. 2 “Evolution: Fact or Fiction” Hebrews 11:3 A doctor, an architect, and a lawyer were arguing over who had the oldest profession. The doctor said, "Well the first operation was performed on Adam, so the medical profession is the oldest." "No," ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3

Denomination: Baptist

Because You're Anointed

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 22, 2013

Have you ever wondered why other people seem to float through life on a flowery bed of ease, and it seems like your life is one battle after another, and one trial on top of another?

I didn’t come to this house just to preach, I came to prophesy: I hear the Lord saying that many of you have been going through some deep dark trials, some of you are in the fire right now, and the truth is, it’s not just normal everyday trials. Some of you have been experiencing crazy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-6, Acts 28:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ang Pagbagsak Ng Tao Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 10, 2024

Ginawa ng Diyos sina Adan at Eva na may kaloobang pumili. Nagkaroon sila ng opsyon na sundin ang Diyos at ang kanyang utos o hindi sumunod. Ang paghila o pang-akit na sumuway ay tukso. Ang tukso at pagkahulog ay nagsimula sa pag-akit ng ahas kay Eva na suwayin ang Diyos.

Tinitingnan natin ang panlilinlang ng ama ng kasinungalingan. Itinala ng Bibliya na ang orihinal na mag-asawang Adan at Eva ay nalinlang ni Satanas at sinira ng kasalanan ang nilikha ng Diyos kasama na ang sangkatauhan. Ang pagbagsak ng tao ay nagsasabi ng kuwento na pangunahing para sa natitirang ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Lord Honor Mothers

Contributed by Apostle Tonya on May 14, 2023

The honor Christ Jesus demonstrated at the Cross for His mother, Mary

Surely, I might say the most profound passages in the Scriptures wherefore fundamentally revealeth our Holy Lord’s blessed endearment for mothers are in the blessed pages of Christ Jesus with His mother, Mary and in the wisdom of King Solomon. In 1 Kings 3:16-28, the passage describes a most ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Sheep & The Goats Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 1, 2011

In Matthew 25:31-46 in two ways, we see: 1) The Setting of Judgment (Matthew 25:31–32a) and 2) The Process of Judgment (Matthew 25:32b-46)

Matthew 25:31-46. [31]"When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels with him, then he will sit on his glorious throne. [32] Before him will be gathered all the nations, and he will separate people one from another as a shepherd separates the sheep from the goats. [33] And he will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Other

What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do

Contributed by John Newbaker on May 8, 2021

Have you ever been at a place in your life when you didn’t know what to do? If not, you will.

What to do when you don’t know what to do Have you ever been at a place in your life when you didn’t know what to do? If not, you will. Have you said to yourself, “I don’t know what to do?” You are at the end of your rope. You will feel that you are in the dark. You will feel confused as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:3

Denomination: Baptist

Jordan River Crossing Principles

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

How to get back across the Jordan after your mentor has been taken.

2 Kings 2:8-14 KJV And Elijah took his mantle, and wrapped it together, and smote the waters, and they were divided hither and thither, so that they two went over on dry ground. [9] And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:8-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Pain Teaches You: Lesson 1: When Pain Comes

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2006

Two kinds of pain. Physical pain. “Her pains came upon her” (I Sam. 4:19). Mental pain. “It was painful to realize the wicked purpose” (Ps. 73:16, ELT).

1. The most obvious observation, pain hurts! 2. Definition from Webster, (1) “Localized physical suffering associated with bodily disorder or disease or injury.” (2) Basic bodily sensation, induced by noxious stimulus, received by naked nerve endings, characterized by physical discomfort and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Baptist