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What Is Crime/Sin And Compassion? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the first sin in Genesis 3, emphasizing human failings, God's grace, and the promise of salvation through perseverance in faith. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we open our hearts to the divine word of God. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because we yearn to delve deeper into the mysteries of our faith, to understand the profound truths that lie within the pages ...read more

Topics: Court

Wives And Husbands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the divine institution of marriage, its significance in God's plan, and the roles of love and submission within a Christian marital relationship.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together as one family, united under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father. It's a joy to see so many familiar faces and to welcome those who are joining us for the first time. We gather here, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-32

Topics: Love, Submission

The Desert Shall Blossom As The Rose: For The 3rd Sunday Of Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 6, 2022

Let us experience the true joy this season.

The Desert Shall Blossom as the Rose: For the Third Sunday of Advent Isaiah 35:1-10As we continue our Advent study this year from the Old Testament book of Isaiah, we come to this passage in chapter 35. as a way of reminder, we have discussed how the book of Isaiah is a mixture of prophecies of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Crunching The Numbers Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 5, 2025

It is now the 1st day of the 2nd Month of the 2nd year out of Egypt and the Children of Israel are still camped at the base of Mount Sinai.

June 07, 2025 Today, as we begin the book of Numbers, we are going to do things a little bit differently. Instead of going in chapter order, we are going to look at the first 10 chapters in chronological order: Number 9:1-14 records that on the 14th day of the 1st month of the 2nd year, Israel ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Messiah’s Purpose, Suffering, And Mission Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 8, 2025

The person who is self-reliant – who trusts in their own ability – will face God’s judgment! We must understand that this is the challenge of every person on the Earth, and why God is so CLEAR on this requirement.

Isaiah, Part 20 The Messiah’s Purpose, Suffering, and Mission Isaiah 49:1-7 and Isaiah 50:4-11 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you are here today - Last week, we expounded on God’s understanding of the problem idolators have -- We were encouraged to lean into Him ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, Isaiah 50:4-11, Matthew 7:21-23, Philippians 2:8, Acts 2:21, John 1:6-8, Luke 1:35, Romans 5:19, Luke 4:32, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fearfully Made, Deeply Loved: Embracing Your God-Given Worth Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 1, 2025

This is the 7th talk in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1." This discusses practicing self-compassion by treating ourselves with the same love God shows us. Love is action, not just feeling—and how we treat ourselves reflects what we believe about our worth.

Session 7 Self-compassion This is the 7th talk in an 8-week class called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 1". The course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and non-Christians are welcome. This is a reflection time of about 10 minutes that occurs in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31, Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Under Fire – Attacks On Christians In The U.s.

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 13, 2025

In recent days, America has been shaken by the assassination of Christian leader Charlie Kirk. Following Jesus publicly will invite spiritual resistance, but the Church must face hostility with truth, holiness, and courageous love.

Faith Under Fire – Attacks on Christians in the U.S. Text: John 15:18–20; 1 Peter 4:12–14; Romans 12:21 (KJV) John 15:18-20 (KJV) If the world hate you, ye know that it hated me before it hated you. 19 If ye were of the world, the world would love his own: but because ye are not of the world, but I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-14, John 15:18-20, Romans 12:21

Denomination: Church Of God

Are You Robbing God?

Contributed by Brussy Soriton on Sep 22, 2025

We often rob God through neglect of tithes, Sabbath, worship, health, and talents—but His grace restores us.

ARE YOU ROBBING GOD? “Are you a robber?” A question that may sound harsh, even offensive, to many people. After all, who among us would consciously and openly admit that we are robbers? We often imagine a robber as someone carrying a weapon, wearing a mask, breaking into houses, or hijacking ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Rebuke To Forgiveness-Only Salvation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 30, 2025

This is a challenging passage. Surely Paul doesn't mean that we have to actually live like that?! What it all points us to is a false gospel that is too often preached today - "forgiveness-only" belief. What does this passage tell us about what real salvation looks like?

A COMMON BELIEF TODAY: I am “saved” and unchanged. - Matthew 7:15-20; Matthew 7:24-27; Luke 13:6-9; John 15:8. - This passage makes us uncomfortable. It sounds harsh and unrealistic. We will delve into how we are to understand it as we move forward. - A good place to start is a major reason why ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the authority of Jesus, the challenge of hypocrisy, and the power of repentance.

Good morning, family. We're about to dive into a rich passage of scripture today from the Gospel of Matthew, Chapter 21, verses 23-32. It's a passage loaded with profound lessons about the authority of our Lord Jesus, the challenge of hypocrisy, and the unmatched power of Jesus. Thomas Adams once ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Topics: Hypocrisy

The Burning Bush PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the story of Moses and the burning bush, emphasizing God's call, presence, and promise, and encouraging us to be open to God's plans, even when they seem impossible.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving into a special part of the Holy Scriptures, a story dear to our faith, filled with God's presence, calling, and promise. The story of Moses and the burning bush as told in Exodus 3:1-16. A.W. Tozer once said, "God is looking for people through whom He can ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-16

Topics: God, I Am

Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the transformative power of God's love, as described by Apostle Paul, and how to live a life that bears the fruits of this divine love.

Good morning, church family! Today we're going to be diving into some powerful words from the Apostle Paul. We're talking about love, folks. Not the kind you see in Hollywood movies or read about in romance novels. Nope, we’re talking about the deep, life-changing, world-shaking love that only ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Topics: Satisfaction, Christ

So You Want To Go Back To Egypt PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Emphasize the importance of perseverance in faith, warning against the temptation to revert to past ways, and encouraging the congregation to move forward in faith, despite challenges and trials.

Good morning, Church. We all gather here today to explore a passage from the Book of Numbers, a narrative filled with lessons to guide us in our faith journey. As we turn to Numbers 14:1-4, we're confronted with the story of the Israelites contemplating a return to their past in Egypt, a stark ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-4

Topics: Falling Away

Results Of Idolatry PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To encourage us to reject idolatry and distractions of the world, and instead choose to faithfully obey God, embracing the blessings that come with this obedience.

Good morning, family! Today, we're diving deep into the book of Deuteronomy, specifically Chapter 31, verse 16. The passage says, 'And the Lord said to Moses, 'You are about to rest with your ancestors, and these people will soon prostitute themselves to the foreign gods of the land they are ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:16

Topics: Decisions, Results

Seeking God's Guidance In Conflict PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Seeking God's guidance in resolving conflicts, the importance of reconciliation, and the power of prayer.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a message about seeking God's guidance in conflict, the process of reconciliation, and the power of prayer. You see, conflicts are an unavoidable part of life. However, as followers of Christ, we're called to handle them in a way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Reconciliation