Sermons on Gradualness:

Blights To Be Reckoned With Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 3, 2016

Our personal struggles and weaknesses have great bearing upon our relationships. We all have blights that plague us, and today we are going to look at three of them.

Blights to Be Reckoned With (Ecclesiastes 11:4, 9:18, 9:11b) 1. UPI recently ran an article about a man and his trash: “NEW YORK, Sept. 29 (UPI) -- A man has promised to wear a clear plastic suit containing every piece of garbage he produces for 30 days. A film crew will follow Rob ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Key To Happiness And Eternal Life

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 12, 2015

Our attitude as children of God must centre on a life that is lived in him. In return for his sacrifice we need to make good use of the opportunities Christ sends our way.

The scene in Mark 8:27-38 is the climax of the first half of Mark’s Gospel. This first half focuses on miracles and gradually reveals Jesus as the Messiah. The second half explains the nature of that Messiahship and has far more teaching and far fewer miracles. Caesarea Philippi was located ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Anglican

Spiritual Sanitation Across America

Contributed by Sam Hunsu on Jul 4, 2016

Anytime God is about to move in the direction of His children; He will always require them to sanitize themselves. Anytime God is preparing to pass through the midst of His Children, one thing He usually requested for is spiritual sanitation.

Anytime God is about to move in the direction of His children; He will always require them to sanitize themselves. Anytime God is preparing to pass through the midst of His Children, one thing He usually requested for is spiritual sanitation. Exodus 19:10 " The LORD also said to Moses, "Go to the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Three Crosses

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 26, 2022

The Cross was a God-forsaken death for a God-forsaken people. In our reading we see 3 aspects of the Cross of Christ: The Cross of Rejection, Reception, and Redemption.

Martin Luther declared: “No one understands the Bible unless they are acquainted with the Cross.” The Cross was a God-forsaken death for a God-forsaken people. In our reading we observe 3 aspects of the Cross of Christ: It is a Cross of Rejection, Reception, and Redemption. ? Rejection The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Congregational

Fasting For Guidance To Make A Decision Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

Christians need help facing the many major decisions they face in their private, spiritual, business, family, and church life. Fast for major decisions, not the everyday decisions of life.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Promise: “Is not this the fast that I have chosen . . . then shall thy light break forth as the morning?” (Isa. 58:6, 8). 2. Christians need help facing the many major decisions they face in their private, spiritual, business, family, and church life. Fast for major decisions, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6, Isaiah 58:8

Denomination: Baptist

Fasting For Revival And Evangelism Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2021

God pouring Himself on His people.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. “Come with fasting, weeping and mourning, don’t tear your clothing in grief, tear your hearts instead . . . then . . . I will pour out My Spirit upon all people” (Joel 2:12, 28, NLT). 2. Definition of revival: “God . . . pouring Himself on His people.” Revival verse: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:10, Joel 2:12, Joel 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

Ichabod

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 28, 2020

Story of Jennifer’s encounter with the Lord’s voice a short time after becoming a Christian. She had stopped drinking when she became a Christian,

ICHABOD (Where is the Glory / the Glory is Departed) 1 Samuel 4:10-22 Illustration Story of Jennifer’s encounter with the Lord’s voice a short time after becoming a Christian. She had stopped drinking when she became a Christian, but would still go to clubs with friends if she was invited. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:10-22, 1 Samuel 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sin's Blood-Stained Progression

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 18, 2023

The tragic story of Cain and Abel did not have to happen if only Cain had controlled his emotions and listened to the counsel of God. Instead, we witness the first murder and the further progression of humanity's rebellion and wickedness.

In the first verses of Genesis 4, we are introduced to two sons of Adam and Eve, two attitudes of reverence towards God, one act of obedience, one act of defiance, a refusal to heed sound advice, and the horrendous consequences of rebellion. We witness remorse, selfish concern, and the gradual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-15, Exodus 20:13, Numbers 32:23, Luke 12:2, 1 Corinthians 4:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Undervalued Present

Contributed by Artgen Clemencia on Oct 17, 2023

God has given us a gift that has so much value. Yet, we chose to ignore His wisdoms and teachings. We, as Christians, must turn to the Bible to seek the Lord for His countless wisdom. Our instruction manual for life.

Introduction: The annual Christmas season is one of the most celebrated holidays in the entire world, regardless of the demographic. And gift-giving is probably the highlight of the event. It is the very expression of the Christmas spirit– celebrating “togetherness” through cheerful giving. But ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14, Leviticus 2:2, Colossians 2:9-10, John 19:38-40, 2 Timothy 2:16-17, Proverbs 27:5-6, 1 Corinthians 16:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

(Section 2) A Pastor Laying Down His Life For Others-Winston Mclurg Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

A pastor is the backbone of the church. He needs to live to the highest esteem as an example. He can be there when you are born or when your life ends.

LAYING DOWN HIS LIFE- Pastor Winston McClurg INTRODUCTION John 15:13 Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. It is love to the highest degree. M.H. Amplified Version John 15:13 No one has greater love--no one has shown stronger affection--than to lay ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon For Trinity Sunday

Contributed by William Meakin on May 6, 2024

The Trinity is considered to represent the strong bond of God’s love, centered on its unity. It is regarded as the unique oneness of three.

Vera Nazarian, a Russian-American writer once remarked: “Love is made up of three unconditional properties in equal measure: 1. Acceptance, 2. Understanding, 3. Appreciation. Remove any one of the three and the triangle falls apart. Which, by the way, is something highly inadvisable. Think about it ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:10, John 17:3, Revelation 22:13, Colossians 1:15

Transformed By Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 29, 2024

Psalm 119:93 reminds us of the life-giving power of God's commandments.

Transformed by Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Psalm 119:93 (NLT): "I will never forget your commandments, for by them you give me life." Introduction Today, we return to the rich treasure of God's Word, specifically Psalm 119:93. This verse reminds us of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:93, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, John 6:63, Proverbs 4:20-22, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Eli's Sin

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 15, 2024

Eli did not lose his spiritual sight because of his physical age, but because he failed to correct the wrongdoings in the church while being in a position of God's authority.

And it came to pass at that time, while Eli was lying down in his place, and when his eyes had begun to grow so dim that he could not see. 1 Samuel 3:2 Eli’s sin was that being in position of God’s authority, he failed to correct the wrongdoings of his sons and God’s house. Being in a position of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:2

A Song Of Joy: Magnifying The Lord This Christmas Luke 1:46-47, 49 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 16, 2024

Mary’s Song, or the Magnificat in Luke 1, is a hymn of praise that magnifies the greatness of God

A Song of Joy: Magnifying the Lord this Christmas Luke 1:46-47, 49 Introduction As we journey through Advent, we anticipate the celebration of Christ’s birth and the joy it brings. Today, we turn to a beautiful passage known as Mary’s Song or the Magnificat. Found in Luke 1, it’s a hymn of praise ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46, Luke 1:47, Luke 1:49, Philippians 4:4, Isaiah 6:3, John 1:14, Psalm 126:3, Romans 8:32, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reviving A Lukewarm Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Lukewarmness is a spiritual disease that weakens a believer’s relationship with God and can lead to backsliding if not addressed.

REVIVING A LUKEWARM SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:12, Romans 12:11, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 10:38, Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION Lukewarmness is a dangerous spiritual condition where a believer becomes indifferent, complacent, and lacking in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16, Matthew 24:12, Romans 12:11, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 10:38, Psalm 85:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God