Sermons on Hold Your Tongue:

Super Sunday Jesus Will Take You Higher Transfiguration Sunday, Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 18, 2023

Transfiguration Sunday is about the identity of the one we follow. Jesus Christ is revealed in glory on the mount of transfiguration. Let us rise to our feet and declare our allegiance to our Lord on this day.

Matthew 17:1-9 The Message Sunlight Poured from His Face 17 1-3 Six days later, three of them saw that glory. Jesus took Peter and the brothers, James and John, and led them up a high mountain. His appearance changed from the inside out, right before their eyes. Sunlight poured from his face. His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

Sermon On A Distant Voice

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 11, 2025

A "distant voice" often correlates to a sound heard from a far-off location, which is faint or unclear due to the distance involved.

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, an American poet once remarked: “Ships that pass in the night, and speak each other in passing, only a signal shown, and a distant voice in the darkness; So on the ocean of life, we pass and speak one another, only a look and a voice, then darkness again and a silence.” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21, Psalm 46:10, Revelation 3:20, Hebrews 3:15

Choose Joy! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 11, 2025

True joy can only come through a heart surrendered fully to Jesus Christ and a life lived obediently in Him.

BARNEY ELLIOT WARREN, WROTE THIS HYMN IN 1900: “I HAVE FOUND THE PLEASURE I ONCE CRAVED; IT IS JOY AND PEACE WITHIN. WHAT A WONDROUS BLESSING! I AM SAVED FROM THE AWFUL GULF OF SIN… IT IS JOY UNSPEAKABLE AND FULL OF GLORY….” IT TRULY IS DIFFICULT TO PUT FULLY INTO WORDS THE BLISS OF EXPERIENCING ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3-4, John 15:11, John 15:4, Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Free Methodist

"embracing Our Kin: A Call For Justice In James 2:1-10 "the Call For Equity And Inclusion"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Sep 7, 2024

As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the principles of inclusion and justice, particularly through the lens of womanist theology.

Introduction: The Call for Equity and Inclusion Dearest family, we gather today in the spirit of unity and love, seeking the inspiration of our ancestors as we engage with the sacred text of James 2:1-10. As we reflect on this passage, it is imperative that we give special attention to the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 29, 2024

This chapter tells us that God has brought Gentiles into his new covenantal promises through the cross, making one new humanity.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Believing and Belonging Ephesians 2:17-22 December 15, 2019 David Taylor We are in our series, Brought to Life; Brought Together, based upon the New Testament letter of Ephesians. Today we are looking at chapter two so if you have your bibles, turn to Ephesians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Peril Of Self-Exaltation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

God created us for His glory, not ours. When we learn to redirect all praise, success, and honour to Him, we stay safe under His covering. But when we begin to think we are the source of our own greatness, we invite destruction.

THE PERIL OF SELF-EXALTATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 4:28-37 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 42:8, Acts 12:21-23, James 4:6, 1 Corinthians 1:29 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest temptations that men face—especially when they begin to taste success—is the desire to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:28-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The King Of Humility Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How does the triumphal entry of Jesus going into Jerusalem show the dynamics between the humble and the haughty and how salvation is affected? ... Jesus empties himself to serve others.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Proverbs 18:12 (ESV) P: Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty, C: but humility comes before honor. Have you heard that word haughty? What does haughty mean to you? When I first heard its definition it made me think of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:2-5, Philippians 2:5-11, Proverbs 18:12, Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Lutheran

The Foolishness That Is Wise

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 31, 2025

In a world that seeks wisdom and power, we are here to explore the foolishness of the cross, which is the only true power of God for salvation.

Introduction: A Tale of Two Wisdoms Grace and peace to you from God our Father. The world preaches its own gospel around us. It preaches self-reliance. It promotes human achievement. It is the gospel of worldly wisdom. It tells you to be smarter and stronger. It tells you to be more successful. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Theory Behind Creation

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 27, 2025

Cosmology is a branch of physics and metaphysics that addresses the scientific principles of the origin, evolution, and overall structure of the universe.

Christopher Eric Hitchens, a British-American author once remarked: “Religion is part of the human make-up. It's also part of our cultural and intellectual history. Religion was our first attempt at literature, the texts, our first attempt at cosmology, making sense of where we are in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:3, 1 Corinthians 8:6, John 1:1-3, Genesis 1:26

We Are The Trinity

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 1, 2025

three persons and us

WE ARE THE TRINITY Genesis 1:27 Gracious God, bless now the words of my mouth and the meditations of our hearts. Breathe your Spirit into us and grant that we may hear, and in hearing, be led in the way you want us to go. Amen. Today is Trinity Sunday, the only Sunday in the entire Christian ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Episcopal

Igniting The Flames Of Revival Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

The church is in desperate need of revival. God desires to pour out His Spirit afresh, but we must be willing to seek Him wholeheartedly. When we humble ourselves, pray, and turn from sin, God responds with His mighty presence.

IGNITING THE FLAMES OF REVIVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Chronicles 7:14 "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Religion Of Hypocrites Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 10, 2025

He called them blind guides (Matthew 23:16), snakes and brood of vipers (23:33). We are called to practice true godliness, sincere love, and enduring faith.

Text: Matthew 23:23-32 Theme: Hypocrite Religion   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever!   Introduction: Today, we would meditate and understand what doesn’t mean hypocrisy, and how Pharisees and scribes were hypocrites, and where we stand in our spiritual life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-32

Denomination: Methodist

Divine Helpers In Unlikely Places Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025

God often provides help from unexpected sources and through people we least expect. Divine helpers do not always come as wealthy benefactors or influential figures. Sometimes, they are found in unlikely places—individuals whom society has overlooked, rejected, or considered insignificant.

DIVINE HELPERS IN UNLIKELY PLACES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 22:1-2 "David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father's house heard it, they went down thither to him. And every one that was in distress, and every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Isaac Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025

Isaac was a man of faith, peace, and obedience. He experienced God’s blessings and was part of the covenant lineage. However, his mistakes in parenting show us the dangers of favouritism and spiritual blindness.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ISAAC – SON OF ABRAHAM AND SARAH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 21:1-3 "And the LORD visited Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah as He had spoken. For Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-3, Genesis 22:1-18, Genesis 24:1-67, Genesis 26:1-33, Genesis 27:1-40, Hebrews 11:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Samson Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Samson’s life was a mixture of great power and great failure. He was a man chosen by God, yet his lack of self-discipline led to his downfall. However, in his final moments, he turned back to God and was used mightily.

CHARACTER STUDY OF SAMSON – STRONG JUDGE, DEFEATED THE PHILISTINES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. Judges 13:25 "And the Spirit of the Lord began to move him at times in the camp of Dan between Zorah and Eshtaol." Supporting Texts: Judges 13-16, Numbers 6:1-21, Proverbs 16:32, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God