Sermons on Heavenly Essence:

The N.t. Condensed Version Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 31, 2014

Every word in the Bible is important. So you can’t condense the Bible down, but what I’m talking about to today is condensing the essence of the gospel, the kingdom of God, down into one verse.

INTRODUCTION Let’s open our Bibles to Romans 14:17. We’ll read exactly what we just sang about there. You have to be careful what you read to make sure you figure it out. Some of you have already read some of these things called “actual bloopers from church bulletins.” One ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Glory Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 14, 2021

Jesus gave some of His disciples a brief glimpse of His heavenly glory on the Mt. of Transfiguration. His face began to shine like the sun and his garments became bright with glorious light.

THE MOST GLORIOUS PERSON IN THE UNIVERSE The Hubble telescope has discovered a star in the center of the Milky Way that is startling in its brilliance. The report of its brightness is astounding, for scientists say it glows with the awesome radiance of ten million suns. That is power, glory and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Pursuing The Mark

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 20, 2013

Paul the persecutor was turned into Paul the pursuer. The Christian life is not static, but vigorously active.

PURSUING THE MARK. Philippians 3:4-14. The starter’s line for this passage is the Apostle Paul’s polemic against false teachers, whose confidence lies in the flesh (Philippians 3:2-4). “The flesh” here represents self-help religion, which stands contrary to the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians Chapter 2 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Nov 8, 2022

This is a detailed study verse by verse of Ephesians Chapter 2. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

Ephesians Chapter 2 Eph.2:1 And you hath he quickened, who were dead in trespasses and sins; (KJV) 2:1 And you [He made alive when you] were [spiritually] dead and separated from Him because of your transgressions and sins, (Amplified Version) A. “And you hath he quickened”.—And you also. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Anointing Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025

The anointing of the Holy Spirit is essential for every believer who desires to walk in power and fulfill God’s purpose.

THE ANOINTING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1-3, Luke 4:18-19, 1 John 2:20, 1 John 2:27, Zechariah 4:6 INTRODUCTION: The anointing of the Holy Spirit is the supernatural empowerment given to believers to accomplish God's work on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Isaiah 61:1-3, Luke 4:18-19, 1 John 2:20, 1 John 2:27, Zechariah 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Grace Is Working For Me

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

The grace of God is more than just a concept—it is a divine force actively working in the lives of believers. It saves, empowers, provides, and sustains us.

GRACE IS WORKING FOR ME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 12:9 – “And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.” Supporting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 5:17, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

June: Month Of Divine Visitation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025

The sixth month is a prophetic symbol of divine visitation. When God visits, He shifts seasons, speaks destiny-shaping words, and releases power for new beginnings.

JUNE: MONTH OF DIVINE VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:26 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:1-14, Exodus 3:2-10, Acts 10:1-6, Psalm 106:4-5 INTRODUCTION: The sixth month in the calendar holds a prophetic significance in the story of Mary’s divine encounter. The angel Gabriel was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26, Genesis 18:1-14, Exodus 3:2-10, Acts 10:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Does God Allow Suffering?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Our heavenly Father knows what is best even when He allows us to go through dark valleys of suffering.

Suffering - To experience adverse effects of something unpleasant. To feel pain, grief or discomfort. Illustration:Someone asked C.S. Lewis, "Why do the righteous suffer?" "Why not?" he replied. "They’re the only ones who can take it." Unknown. "Although the world is full of suffering, it is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Family Of God Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Nov 18, 2002

The church is called "The Family of God" because it is all about relationships, those with our Heavenly Father, and our brothers and sisters.

Families are funny things, and I don’t mean funny in the sense of humorous. Families are a strange and wonderful and dangerous thing. The people that we love the deepest are probably part of our family. In a family unit there is the potential for the most fulfilling and closest relationships that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50, Romans 8:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lion And The Lamb Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005

This interactive sermon uses responsive reading and music to lead the congregation in worship centered around the Heavenly Worship Service in Revelation 5.

Jesus – The Lamb that was Slain Revelation 5 - A Worship Service HOLY HOLY HOLY 1st service vs. 1,2 2nd service vs. 1,2,3 Welcome & Announcements – Ronnie / Rocky Scripture: Revelation 5:1-7 – Greg Smith PART 1: Revelation 5:1-7 THE LION AND THE LAMB These verses of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Got Wisdom?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 18, 2008

Wisdom is a gift from God. It is something that we can ask for and only useful if the wisdom we share has a heavenly source.

Got Wisdom? James 3:13-18 I hope you recall that James is speaking to Jews living in a foreign land. Jews that believe that the messiah has come and are persecuted for their belief. The book of James teaches us a bout a faith that works, a faith that is made visible by actions. Today we are ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Congregational

Words Of Distinction - "Adoption"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 30, 2003

This message explores "adoption", and the special relationship we have with our Heavenly Father by being placed into His family as a child of God.

WORDS OF DISTINCTION – “Adoption” Romans 8:14-17 INTRODUCTION: We continue in our SERIES on “Words Of Distinction”. TONIGHT, we will look at the word “Adoption”. Most of you probably don’t know that I was “adopted”. I was “adopted” at the age of 11, in 1961. HOWEVER, I lived with my birth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Who I Really Am Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jan 20, 2010

Who I am is not defined by what I do but who I relate to, beginning with God as my heavenly Father.

KNOWING WHO I REALLY AM – EPHESIANS 1:1-14 INTRO Christmas and New Year bring into focus just how much the vast majority of us value our relationships more than anything else. This is a continual source of either our joy or our pain – For at Christmas time we become acutely aware of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Everlasting Father

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jan 27, 2010

WE CAN TAKE GREAT COMFORT AND ENCOURAGEMENT IN THE FACT THAT WE HAVE A WONDERFUL HEAVENLY FATHER WHO WILL BE WITH US NOW AND FOREVER.

How many people have finished their shopping? Did you hear about the guy who went out and bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring for Christmas? His friend said, “I thought she wanted a new SUV?” She did,” he replied. "But where am I gonna find a fake Jeep?” The Bible has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Parent-Child Relationship

Contributed by Leonard Davis on May 28, 2009

Applying Paul’s admonition of "submit ourselves to one another" to the parent-child relationship and to our relationship with our Heavenly Father.

Parent - Child Relationships Ephesians 6:1-4 1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord: for this is right. 2 Honor thy father and mother; (which is the first commandment with promise;) 3 That it may be well with thee, and thou mayest live long on the earth. 4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist