Sermons on He Led Captivity Captive:

The Mind Lock Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 22, 2021

The things Jesus said 2,000 years ago made people think he had lost his mind. If he were to speak to us today, would we feel differently?

Scripture Reading: Mark 3:20-21 Then he went home; and the crowd came together again, so that they could not even eat. When his family heard it, they went out to restrain him, for people were saying, “He has gone out of his mind.” Reflection Today’s passage is only two verses long, but is packed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Happens After Death

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 31, 2021

After a person’s death, the familiar and usual statement that we hear is” he/she is gone to be with the Lord. I ponder: ’Was he with the Lord while on earth to be with God after death?’

What happens after death…. Hebrews 9:27”Just as people are destined to die once, and after that to face judgment.” After a person’s death, the familiar and usual statement that we hear is” he/she is gone to be with the Lord. I ponder: ’Was he with the Lord while on earth to be with God after ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Does God Allow Satan To Attack Us? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2021

Satan's attacks against us come in various forms. The Devil is more furious than ever because he knows that he has a little time (Rev 12:12).

Satan's attacks against us come in various forms. The Devil is more furious than ever because he knows that he has a little time (Rev 12:12). He stirs up the powers of hell to work against all children of God. Lucifer is the fallen angel who became Satan, waiting as the serpent to tempt Eve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, John 10:10, Daniel 4:30-37

How Was I To Know?

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Mar 21, 2021

This sermon is a first-person narrative from the perspective of the innkeeper. We have all too often made the innkeeper into a bad guy. What if he did everything for the family that he could do?

Well, it would seem I was between a rock and a hard place. I was in a situation, where there were no easy answers. I looked hard for the simple answers because, you know, they say the simplest is always the best. But, it wasn’t a simple lesson I faced. Later in his life Jesus faced several of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Justifiable Complaint Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

There was no escapism with Job. He got no comfort by trying to deny the reality of evil. Many believers often try to pretend that there is no evil. This is not healthy at all. Job is healthy, for he condemns evil for what it is.

Disraeli, as the Prime Minister of England, was once walking with a friend. As they went along the street in London, they met a distinguished looking gentleman. Disraeli greeted him, and asked, "How is your old complaint?" The man responded that it was getting worse, and he was sure it ...read more

Divine Encounters With God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2018

When we least think that God is on the move, we find that He was there all the time intervening and helping us.Just because we cannot see it, does not mean He is silent.

Divine Encounters with God Acts 10:1-48 Introduction- Last week we looked at getting ourselves in the presence of God and allowing Him to intervene in our lives. Worship can put in the presence of God as we enter into His presence. Those that seem to encounter God have either been intentional or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Nazarene

The Grace Afforded The Saints

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 23, 2018

Promises are only as good as the ability of the one making the promise. Often promises are made, and yet the individual is unable to keep the promise. Such is never the case with the Lord. What He has promised, He will provide!

The Grace afforded the Saints 2 Peter 1: 3-4 It is interesting to note, Peter penned this letter near the end of his life, V.14. No doubt he was mindful of what he faced, knowing the tactics of the Romans and their accepted practices of execution. However, like his contemporary Paul, Peter faced ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Return To The Lord

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 20, 2019

We are right to emphasize that God loves us, but we too easily forget that because he loves us he wants us to be the best we can be and calls us to a deep repentance.

Return to the Lord Isaiah 1:12-20 Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2012 Rev. Stephen Aram We live in a time when the church really emphasizes the mercy and grace of God. How many times have you heard it said that God loves us just the way we are and that he will be there any time we call? And ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:12-20

The God Who Cares

Contributed by Hannah Krista Lasco on Oct 11, 2018

[AN INDUCTIVE SERMON] Intended Audience: Victims of a recent natural calamity. Central Message: Trust God in times of uncertainty and distress because He watches over us and He cares for us.

INTRODUCTION: A month ago, our country was hit by a strong typhoon. Many of us experienced great losses – our crops which are our only source of income, have drowned and died, acres of rice fields have been covered by flood… and tragically, some of our brothers and sisters here have lost their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: United Methodist

Eulogy Albert Pritchett 2018

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 18, 2018

Albert was a 75 year old man who came to our church the last few years of his life. He loved to sing and to worship. He had given his life to Christ.

Eulogy Albert Pritchard By Rick Gillespie- Mobley November 17, 2018 Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 John 14:1-6 While World War II was raging in Europe, and The Japanese were conquering the nations along the western Pacific Ocean, God wanted to do something special for the world on October 26th, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Development Of A Man/Woman Of God

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 22, 2019

Daniel, a normal believer, was transformed into a person of such insight and faith, that he was promoted to serve 5 kings from three different conquering nations. What steps did he take that caused such a transformation?

THE DEVELOPMENT OF A MAN/WOMAN OF GOD Dan. 1:3-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FREE HAIRCUTS 1. One day a Barber cut a minister’s hair. When the minister reached for his wallet, the barber said, “No Reverend, it’s on me.” Next morning, as if by magic, there were 10 silver coins on his doorstep. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Encouraging Young Pastors Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016

This shows how Paul encouraged young Pastor Timothy who was apparently afraid of the responsibilities of his task. He did this by showing that he had confidence in him, as did his friends and the Lord.

PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWNAN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY Copyright 2004 by Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Sermon 3 ENCOURAGING YOUNG PREACHERS (1: 2, 18-19a) “To Timothy my true son in the faith, Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Word Of God

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Mar 31, 2016

One of Jesus many names is the Word of God. This verse states that Jesus (The Word) was in the beginning, He was present at the creation of everything that was created. Jesus (The Word) was there because He was (is) God.

John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. One of Jesus many names is the Word of God. This verse states that Jesus (The Word) was in the beginning, He was present at the creation of everything that was created. Jesus (The Word) was there because He ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go For The Gold

Contributed by Tom Feola on Aug 3, 2012

The Olympic Games are upon us and we can see from Paul's letters to the churches that he must have enjoyed them, so let's look into the word and see what he said.

GO FOR THE GOLD 1 Timothy 6:12 (NKJV) Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. This past week we have been witnessing the Olympic Games and we have seen some great feats and some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Was A Top Priority With Jesus Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Feb 6, 2023

Take note of Jesus saying it is my joy that He wants to be made full and complete in His disciples. Jesus is saying that his life is one of great joy, and He wants to pass it on.

Jesus was a man of frequent prayer. We see this clearly in the text below- And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. Mark 6:46 And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray. Luke 5:16 And he ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13