Sermons on Heavenly Places:

Esther For Such A Time As This Series

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Dec 15, 2020

God Statically placed Mordecia and Esther into positions of power for His People. How and where has God placed you to work for HIM---not yourself.

Esther For Such a Time as This Esther 3-5 Nov 1 2020 Hello, I'm Pastor Greg of Calvary Reformed Church. We've been doing a whole series on the Book of Esther. Before we start let's have a word of prayer. Father God, as we come to You, we give You thanks for this day. We give You ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Does The Government Do More Than The Church To Help The Poor? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 26, 2015

This passage on the care of widows opens up a larger question: what's the place the church should have in the care of the poor (versus the place the government should have)?

THE POINT OF THE PASSAGE: Taking care of the needy widows was a big deal in the early church. - There was a different societal structure and a lack of social safety net back then. The church stepped in to help. - Unpack some of the passage. - The passage raises a more general question: why ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Win By Losing (January 29, 2023 Version)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Jan 28, 2023

Just think, the cross was a place of execution. It was therefore considered a place of defeat---the final word for the executed and a warning from those who did the executing.

WIN BY LOSING Text: I Corinthians 1:18 -25 1 Corinthians 1:18-31  For the message about the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.  (19)  For it is written, "I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

An Altar Or A Vineyard?

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

If you trade your ALTAR for a VINEYARD, it will rob you of all the blessings of God, the safety under God’s umbrella of protection, and an eternal home with the Heavenly Father.

An Altar or a Vineyard? Gen. 8:20, 9:20 And Noah builded an altar unto the Lord. 9:20 And Noah began to be a husbandman, and he planted a vineyard. These two verses bring a stark contrast to our attention: 1. In one text: Noah built an altar and saved his family 2. In the other: he built ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Like A Volcano

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 9, 2011

On several occasions we have studied about revival, and a genuine revival is something that this world desperately needs. However, the reality is that this world will never experience a revival, unless the revival first takes place in each of us, that is

On several occasions we have studied about revival, and a genuine revival is something that this world desperately needs. However, the reality is that this world will never experience a revival, unless the revival first takes place in each of us, that is to say the church (the Body of Christ). ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seven Wonders

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Nov 28, 2008

The wonders of God and His Word must be where allegiance and focus is to be placed.

SEVEN WONDERS Titus 2:11-14 (KJV) 11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Mystery Of The Church: Act 5 Series

Contributed by David Heflin on May 17, 2011

This sermon tells the story of how God planned for the church at just the right time and how the church today makes the manifold wisdom of God known to the heavenly powers.

The Mystery of the Church—Act 5 Eph. 3:2-11 5/15/11 3KCOC Introduction: George Brumfield tells the story. A few months back, some of us were gathered on these front pews on my right to witness the baptism of Blake Martin. George was doing the baptizing and before Blake up for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:2-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Scriptural Examples Of Supernatural Empowerment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Supernatural empowerment is not reserved for Bible characters alone. It is the birthright of every Spirit-filled believer. The same Spirit that empowered Moses, David, Elijah, and the apostles is available to us today.

SCRIPTURAL EXAMPLES OF SUPERNATURAL EMPOWERMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 (KJV) "But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Empowerment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 16, 2025

Divine empowerment is the supernatural enablement given by God to a person to fulfil His divine purpose and calling.

DIVINE EMPOWERMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1–13 (KJV) "Then Samuel took the horn of oil, and anointed him in the midst of his brethren: and the Spirit of the Lord came upon David from that day forward. So Samuel rose up, and went to Ramah." — 1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Prepared For The Battle?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Oct 16, 2023

We need to be aware of the spiritual battle that takes place every time we pray.

In January 1944, the US army created the ghost army. Their purpose was to trick the forces of Nazi Germany about the size and location of the allied forces. The ghost army would inflate rubber tanks, jeeps, trucks, and all other kinds of armaments and camouflage them so well that Nazi air patrols ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Jesus Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 16, 2007

This sermon attempts to point out that in justification Jesus pardons all your sins, provides for your righteousness and puts you in a fully pleasing position with the Heavenly Father.

Much of the time, many people feel like God must not love them. Especially if they have trouble or tribulation; if they’re going through tough times or trials are on every hand. Then they cry out to God, “Why me?” Then there are those who on the inside feel ashamed of everything they do or don’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Way, The Truth And The Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 22, 2008

This is an evangelistic message preached at a Christmas outreach event THE HEAVENLY JOY. The coming of Jesus solved man’s greatest need - to know the way, the truth and receive life.

We all have needs. When someone helps us solve that need, we are happy. • When you are hungry and someone gave you food, or when you fall and someone lift you up. We all had that experience. When the need is great, the joy is greater. • None of us is a superman. We all need help at some point ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Straight Talk From Dad

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 29, 2001

Three things a good dad wants his kids to do. (These are also three things our heavenly Father wants from all of us.)

A traditional Father’s Day sermon would direct its attention to things a good dad ought to do. Instead, let’s look today at some things a good dad wants his kids to do. In Proverbs 4:1-4, Solomon says: "Hear ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. (2) For I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

War Is Over

Contributed by Cameron Horsburgh on Dec 7, 2002

The story of the angels isn’t so much about a heavenly sing-song than God announcing the end to the war between himself and the human race.

I’m sure we’re all fairly familiar with this scene—a group of shepherds are in the field quietly minding their own businesses when an angel appears to them. *The Angels* We don’t know the name of this angel. However, the only angel to be named in the gospels in connection with the birth of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Holiness

Just Like Dad, Conduits Of The Power Of God, Part 5 Series

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 22, 2007

We are just like our heavenly father who pours his life and power through us. We rule earth as he rules heaven.

Just like dad! Conduits of the power of God Part 5 Review… 1. More battle are lost by lack of prayer, than by anything else. Prayer is a spiritual exercise Prayer is an art to be learned Opening… 1. The best compliment you can give me is the tell me my children are just like ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:21

Denomination: Mennonite