Sermons on Group Think:

How To Know You Are Saved

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 3, 2020

One of the birthrights that God gives to each one of his children is the assurance of their Salvation. I can't think of anything more important in the Christian life than knowing beyond a shadow of a doubt that we have eternal life.

One of the birthrights that God gives to each one of his children is the assurance of their Salvation. I can't think of anything more important in the Christian life than knowing beyond a shadow of a doubt that we have eternal life. Someone once told me, “If Satan cannot get you to drink, he ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

After Happily Ever Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 13, 2021

Some of you may think the church’s marital code is hopelessly outdated and irrelevant for today. Many believe the enduring myth that cohabitation works as a sort of trial marriage. The stats tell us that cohabitation actually becomes a trial divorce.

If you’ve ever read The Little Mermaid story or watched the Disney version, you might think this is every woman’s fantasy. It’s a wonderful, romantic fairy tale of a beautiful girl falling in love with a handsome, rich and dashing prince, overcoming insurmountable odds to be together with a story ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Clarity Of Mindfulness

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 9, 2025

The clarity of mindfulness can be associated with a state of mental sharpness where one can think clearly, focus attentively, and process information efficiently without feeling bewildered or enraptured, essentially allowing for rational decision-making and a clear understanding of situations.

Jon Kabat-Zinn, an American educator once remarked: “Mindfulness is about love and loving life. When you cultivate this love, it gives you clarity and compassion for life, and your actions happen in accordance with that.” Acts 17:29 reminds us: “Being then God's offspring, we ought not to think ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:2

The Restoration Of Israel – Jeremiah – Part 10 – Chapter 33:15 – The Incredible Names For Jerusalem In The Bible Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 7, 2025

The message this time is more a study, not a delivered message. It is a bit technical but most interesting. Do you know how many biblical names for Jerusalem there are? This might surprise you. Enjoy what God thinks of His Holy City!

THE RESTORATION OF ISRAEL – JEREMIAH – PART 10 – Chapter 33:15 – THE INCREDIBLE NAMES FOR JERUSALEM IN THE BIBLE After the lovely study of The Branch in scripture we continue with our consideration of the passages in Jeremiah relating to the future restoration of redeemed Israel that begins ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:16, Genesis 14:18, Genesis 22:2, 2 Samuel 6:12, Matthew 5:35, Isaiah 48:2, Isaiah 52:1, Matthew 4:5, Psalm 46:4, Psalm 48:1, Psalm 48:8, Isaiah 1:26, Zechariah 8:3, Isaiah 60:14, Lamentations 2:15, Jeremiah 23:6, Jeremiah 3:17, Ezekiel 48:35, Isaiah 29:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Greatest Saint Meets The Greatest Criminal Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 14, 2025

We don’t know what was going through Judas’ mind as he took the bread and wine offered by Jesus as His Body and Blood, but we can be pretty certain that he didn’t think he was doing evil.

Wednesday of Holy Week 2025 Is it possible for the greatest criminal not to know he’s doing evil? Today we have a case study from Scripture on the greatest saint who ever lived, and the greatest sinner. The saint, of course, is Our Lord Jesus Christ. The sinner—and we are all sinners, after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-25, Isaiah 50:4-9

Denomination: Catholic

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 41 – Is A Father Responsible And Punished For A Son’s Sin, And Vise-Versa? – Chapter 5 Lamentations 5:7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 3, 2025

Who bears the responsibility for sins, and whether the fathers can be blamed for the judgement that falls on the children, is what we consider today. I hope this causes you to think. This whole business is a challenge to fathers in the raising of their families. This is a serious matter indeed.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 41 – IS A FATHER RESPONSIBLE AND PUNISHED FOR A SON’S SIN, AND VISE-VERSA? – CHAPTER 5 Lamentations 5:7 We are looking at important subjects in this final chapter and I don’t want to rush through the material. What was applicable to the survivors in Jeremiah’s ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:7, Revelation 22:12, Revelation 20:12, Galatians 6:7, Romans 6:23, Leviticus 7:18, Ezekiel 18:14-17, 2 Kings 20:21, 2 Kings 21:11, 2 Kings 21:12, 2 Kings 21:14, 2 Kings 21:20, 2 Kings 21:16, 2 Kings 21:26, 2 Kings 22:1-2, Ezekiel 18:18-19, Ezekiel 18:20, Ezekiel 18:21-22, Ezekiel 18:23, 2 Peter 3:9, John 3:15-16, Ezekiel 33:10-11, Exodus 34:7, Job 21:19-20, Jeremiah 31:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Did Jesus Die On The Cross

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 8, 2004

When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the suf

Why did Jesus Die on the Cross? Isaiah 53:1-9 When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sheltered In Prayer; Released In Power

Contributed by Marty Baker on Jun 1, 2020

When you think about it, this is not the first time that the church was told to shelter in place. In the days following the resurrection of Jesus Christ, he gathered his disciples together and prepared them for what was coming. Then, Jesus said, “I want you to shelter in place in Jerusalem.”

Pentecost Sunday 2020 Sheltered in Prayer, Released in Power Dr. Marty Baker / May 31, 2020 Hello and welcome to Stevens Creek Church. I can’t tell you how much I have been waiting to say those words. I am so glad that you are here and isn’t this place beautiful? It has been ten weeks since ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Have You Confirmed Your Reservation In Heaven? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Jesus is preparing a place for us. But don’t imagine a private room with walls and a door you can lock. There will be no need for locks in Heaven. Think about sharing a big house with all the other Heavenly Family members—more like a bed and breakfast.

INTRODUCTION In a cemetery in Indiana there’s a tombstone that has an epitaph with the intent to make people prepare for death. It says, “Consider, friend, as you pass by. As you are now, so once was I. As I am now, you soon shall be. So prepare, my friend, to follow me.” Someone ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Jailhouse Rock Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 11, 2018

Just as God prevails despite opposition, so does the Gospel.

Jailhouse Rock (Acts 16:16-34) [note: this title is not original -- have seen several sermons on this text with this title] 1. Late one night, a burglar broke into a house he thought was empty. He tiptoed through the living room but suddenly he froze in his tracks when he heard a loud raspy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Light Of God That Falls Upon Us

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

The Light of God appears, falls upon individuals, and shines at events when Heaven and Earth meet. This meeting between Heaven and Earth, God and his people, happens more often than we think. The Light falls upon us and bathes us even though we may not see it unless we are in direct union with God.

The church tradition tells us that Jesus's transfiguration took place on Mount Tabor. The mountain rises like a sugarloaf in a vast plain in the middle of Galilee. The mountain is exceedingly high and beautiful and was anciently covered with green trees and shrubs. Therewith Jesus was Peter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-18, Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Coming Out For Jesus

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Feb 13, 2002

My talk today will help you understand where you are on your faith journey. It may help you see that you are not a hopeless case. You may believe you have already decided not to be a Christ follower. You may think you have crossed some imaginary line a

S021702 Coming out for Jesus John 19:38-40 Beginning: Let’s begin with an Evergreen Drama ministry presentation about a person interested in Jesus getting close and then turning away. In the book of Acts a man named Felix told Paul that he was almost persuaded to be a Christian. You can’t ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-40

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Out For #1

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Mar 17, 2008

We have this tendency to be selfish--to look out for #1--me, me, me. The true #1 is God and God’s ways. Jesus shows that making God #1 means not thinking we are better than others. John 13 (foot washing) is a beautiful expression of this.

Looking Out for Number One March 16, 2008 Matthew 21: 1-11; John 13 Part One (kid’s sermon) Let me tell you about the most memorable day of my life. There I was living this average conditions with no one recognizing my worth. No one really could see the great potential that I had when suddenly ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Servants Of The Word

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 4, 2019

Luke says we're to be "servants" of the Word, not be critics of it or think we're over it. WHY? Because the Word of God is Divine/Eternal, because it's superior to us, and because it is the final authority. The Bible is the embodiment of knowledge and truth.

SERVANTS OF THE WORD Luke 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: PEOPLE THINK THEY KNOW THE BIBLE 1. Did you hear the story about the lady who was talking to her friend and brought up the Bible. Her friend said, “Oh don’t start trying to tell to me about the Bible; my parents had me read it every day. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fulfilling Friendships

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 6, 2023

What do you think qualifies a person to be a friend? How can we be wise when it comes to choosing our friends? How can we build lasting and fulfilling friendships? God gives us insight about the qualities of true friendship in the Bible and especially in the book of Proverbs.

If you were to think about your friends. How many close friends would you say you have? What about good friends, or acquaintances? According to Dunbar, prof of psychology at Oxford University who developed a theory about friendships, a person, on average, may have about 500 acquaintances, 150 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational