Sermons on Heavenly Council:

Leadership That Seeks Divine Approval Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Leadership is not merely about position or popularity; it is about carrying out divine purpose with heavenly approval.

LEADERSHIP THAT SEEKS DIVINE APPROVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 13:1-4 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5, Psalm 32:8, Isaiah 30:21, 2 Chronicles 20:3 INTRODUCTION: Leadership is not merely about position or popularity; it is about carrying out divine purpose with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unprofitable Servant? That's Our Joy And Privilege

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 1, 2025

What Jesus and the Church teach is not how to get extra points on our heavenly report card.

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Course 2025 If we were to survey a thousand websites asking the question, “what’s wrong with the world,” we’d probably get at least a thousand different responses. But the best one I’ve ever seen came a hundred years ago from the British essayist and poet, G.K. Chesterton. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:6-8, 1 Timothy 1:13-14, Luke 17:5-10, Exodus 17:1-7, Psalm 95:1-9, Habakkuk 1:2-3, Habakkuk 2:2-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

A Home Over There In Heaven PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

The comforting promise of Jesus preparing a heavenly home for us and His constant presence in our lives.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a passage of hope, comfort, and promise from the Gospel of John. We're going to talk about the home Jesus is preparing for us, the comfort of His ever-present love, and the hope we have in eternal life. As Sally Clarkson once said, "Every day in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4

Topics: Comfort, Jesus

How Jesus Directed His People Toward Excellence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus knew that excellence could only be measured in terms of the heavenly Father. The Lord Jesus did not make the mistake of letting His standards be measured relative to his cultural context. Instead, Jesus said, "Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly

1. Jesus knew that excellence could only be measured in terms of the heavenly Father. The Lord Jesus did not make the mistake of letting His standards be measured relative to his cultural context. Instead, Jesus said, "Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect." (Matt. 5:48) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Works With Surprising Speed

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 25, 2019

Study of the revival that occurred during the reign of Hezekiah, focusing in particular on the suddenness with which God moved the hearts of the people and the conditions that preceded that revival.

“Hezekiah said, ‘You have now consecrated yourselves to the LORD. Come near; bring sacrifices and thank offerings to the house of the LORD.’ And the assembly brought sacrifices and thank offerings, and all who were of a willing heart brought burnt offerings. The number of the burnt offerings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 29:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Perfect Father

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 18, 2017

Jesus' Parable of the Prodigal Son teaches us how to treat others: with freemdom to make mistakes, with forgiveness in second chances, and with favor out of unconditional love. God is the perfect Father, showing us all three. (Father's Day message)

Luke 15:11-32 Parable of the Perfect Father Today’s story is probably my favorite in the Bible. I’ve shared it with you before, but never in the context of Father’s Day. Since the real hero of the story is the father, I thought it might be a good story to look at today. Let’s consider some gifts ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:25, Ephesians 4:32, Psalm 68:5, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

There's No Place Like Home Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 16, 2022

It is the cross and the promise of a life after this one that makes this world, with all its ups and down, with all its sorrow, with all its conflicts and challenges all that much more bearable when we know that all of this is just temporary.

“There’s no place like home.” Who said it? Right … Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz. Why is that line so iconic? As soon as you hear it, you see Dorothy … aka Judy Garland … holding Toto, clicking the heels of her ruby red slippers three times, and uttering the words … “There’s no place like ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Matthew 25:31-34, 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44, 1 Corinthians 15:54-55, 1 Corinthians 15:57, Revelation 4:2-10, Revelation 21:1-2, Revelation 21:16-27, Revelation 22:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, Psalm 33:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

Supernatural Lifting

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2025

Supernatural lifting is the act of God elevating an individual beyond human comprehension or effort.

SUPERNATURAL LIFTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 75:6-7 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Isaiah 60:1-2, Genesis 41:39-44 INTRODUCTION: Supernatural lifting is the act of God elevating an individual beyond human comprehension or effort. It defies natural laws and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Samuel 2:7-8, Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Isaiah 60:1-2, Genesis 41:39-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Supernatural Life: Walking In God’s Power

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

The Christian life is not meant to be lived by natural strength alone. We are called to walk in the supernatural, empowered by the Spirit of God to live above the limitations of this world.

THE SUPERNATURAL LIFE: WALKING IN GOD’S POWER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11, Mark 16:17–18, Galatians 2:20, John 14:12, 2 Peter 1:3 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is not meant to be lived by natural strength alone. We are called to walk in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Romans 8:11, Galatians 2:20, John 14:12, 2 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by John Newton on Dec 28, 2023

The angel told Joseph to name Mary’s baby “Jesus” for a reason...

If you were expecting a baby—and you knew it was going to be a boy—what do you think you would name him? Well, in Canada apparently the most popular name for boys right now is Noah, followed closely by Liam and William. (And for the record, the top three girls’ names are Olivia, Emma and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal

Eternal Perspectives: Transformed By Truth John 14:1-3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 29, 2023

In John 14:1-3, Jesus unfolds profound truths that have the power to transform our lives. In a world often clouded by uncertainties, these verses offer an eternal perspective that transcends the challenges of our earthly journey.

Eternal Perspectives: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless words of John 14:1-3, where Jesus unfolds profound truths that have the power to transform our lives. In a world often clouded by uncertainties, these verses offer an eternal perspective that transcends the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Revelation 21:4, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, John 14:3, John 14:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven

Contributed by Brett Crosson on Feb 17, 2020

How do we get through difficulties. Change your focus. Keep your eyes on the heavenly prize. Heaven is described as our heavenly home. But what does the Bible says heaven looks like. Here's a brief description.

John 14: Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Revelation 21:18-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Much More

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jul 14, 2003

If earthly fathers love their children, how much more must our heavenly Father love us.

How Much More Reflections of A Father’s Heart TCF Sermon June 15, 2003 Start with a little Father’s Day humor... I’ve heard this story about Jim Grinnell. Soon after his first child, Abby, was born, one day, Laura needed to go out to get some groceries, so Jim stayed home alone with Abby for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11, Hebrews 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Investment Portfolio

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Nov 3, 2001

This sermon looks at what our focus is when compiling our ’treasure’ - a heavenly investment, or a worldly investment.

Our Bible lesson reminds me of a folk song we use to sing in Girl Scouts when I was a teenager. Maybe you’ve heard it before - I was always surprised to discover that a lot of the folk songs we sang were popular tunes from my parent’s days. This folk song was called “One Tin Soldier.” It talked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Methodist

How To Please Your Father

Contributed by Mark Beaird on May 27, 2003

Note the conditions of behavior that we must meet in order to find our Heavenly Father’s approval.

HOW TO PLEASE YOUR FATHER © By 6-2003 Mark Beaird Text: Matthew 5:44—6:4 I am amazed at how many people want desperately to please their fathers. So many people would love to hear their fathers tell them that he is proud of them and their accomplishments. They desperately want his ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal