Sermons on Holy Eucharist:

Shift, Part 5: Shift Your Paradigm Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 4, 2020

When you see God as He really is, it helps you deal with the way the world really is.

Note: I am indebted to Sermon Central contributor David Ward for much of this sermon. I made some modifications to fit better with the SHIFT series, and to talk about our current crises with the Covid19 pandemic, but otherwise this is David’s work, and I am very thankful for it. Good morning! ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Tongues 1 Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 31, 2016

Why should we speak in tongues on a daily basis. We can learn the power of tongues in this series.

Title: Baptism of the Holy Ghost – 2 “Why Tongues – 1” Text: Mark 16:17 Last week we started a series on the Baptism of the Holy Ghost. Has anyone started to read the book that was given away last week? If there is anyone that has never received the baptism and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Healing

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 25, 2012

Many of you have been struggling with emotional, hurting and physical issues. You desire healing and are thinking as to how it will happen and are skeptical if it would really takes place. The one Who you should be pursuing is God alone for it is for His

Opening illustration: Tuesday night encounter with a runaway 11 year girl, the police in our neighborhood had been searching for her. Karen is able to locate the girl and cares for the soul. What I got from that incident was that this young girl, her mom and the family needed some serious emotional ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fresh Fire: With Love Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 17, 2012

A focus on one of the fruits of the Spirit that really shows the state of our hearts - LOVE. As Deuteronomy 6:5 says “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength.”

This month we are looking at the Spirit in the Ministry of Believers. We will be thinking about how the Holy Spirit operates in us, how the Holy Spirit gifts and enables us, how we allow the Holy Spirit to use us to minister to others. This morning I want us to focus on one of the fruits of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Lifeline To God

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Oct 4, 2012

Our lifeline to God, the Bible, is that which is written Scripture, from Genesis through Revelation, and breathed by God as well as giving breath to us, adequate for all good works. But the key to understanding is the help of the Holy Spirit.

Do you recall the story “Robinson Crusoe” written by Daniel DeFoe? It’s one of those first survival stories … a man shipwrecked, alone, homeless, on a deserted island. What did he need more than anything else? Rescue! But one of the key things that happens in this story is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Spirit In The Writing Prophets

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 6, 2015

What the “Writing Prophets” – Isaiah through Malachi – have to say about the Holy Spirit.. Looking at the Nature of the Spirit, His Ministry, how He animates His servants, the Promise of Latter Day outpouring, and the Danger of Grieving the Spirit.

THE SPIRIT IN THE WRITING PROPHETS INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man wanted to be a salesman, but he stuttered very badly. Then he saw an ad for a job as a Bible salesman for the Bible Society, and he decided to apply. 2. At the interview, they heard him stutter and said, "We're sorry, but there's ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are Evil Altars? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 8, 2024

Evil altars refer to physical or spiritual places where idolatrous or occult practices are performed

Evil altars refer to physical or spiritual places where idolatrous or occult practices are performed, often involving: 1. Idol worship 2. Sacrifices to false gods or demons 3. Occult rituals 4. Curses or hexes 5. Spiritual manipulation or control These altars can be: 1. Physical structures ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:13

Birthday Of The Church--Going Out Into The World For Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 15, 2024

Pentecost has been a big deal from the beginning, because it’s really the “birthday of the Church.”

Pentecost Sunday 2024 There’s kind of an undogmatic understanding in the Church about the major religious festivals of the Christian year. They basically come from the writings of and through St. Paul. In first place there is what is formally called “the Triduum,” the three days preceding Easter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13, Acts 2:1-11, John 20:19-23, John 15:26-27

Denomination: Catholic

God With Us (2 Chronicles 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 6, 2025

Did the ark of the covenant picture Jesus, God with us?

Did the ark of the covenant picture God with us, Emmanuel, a name given to Jesus Christ at His birth? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 5. Was Solomon faithful in finishing the temple and storing the donated treasures? How faithful are we in building God’s spiritual house? So Solomon finished all his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds Of Jesus, His Side Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 21, 2011

A communion meditation for Thursday of Holy Week, part 3 of a 4 part series on “Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus.”

Thursday of Holy Week Rediscovering His Love: The Wounds of Jesus His Side* Isaiah 53:5: “But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was upon him, and by his wounds we are healed.” Objective: A communion meditation for ...read more

Scripture: John 13:33-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Putting To Death The Sins Of The Flesh

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 10, 2024

We have no reason to say that we are caught in sin, because we don’t have to. That’s what it says. We are under no obligation to agree with the sinful nature when it wants to do something bad. Instead, the Spirit makes us free.

We’ve been building a structure, and it’s based around what it means to be a follower of Jesus. We’ve talked about the fact that a Christian walks by faith, trusting in God and following God’s leading even when it seems odd or strange. We’ve talked about how a follower of Jesus seeks and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15, Romans 8:9, Romans 8:13-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Salute Our Women Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 21, 2009

Paul makes a distinction when he says to salute the women with a holy kiss; not a horror or a hollow – but a holy kiss!

Sunday, May 13, 2007 “Salute Our Women” Text: Romans 16: 1 – 3 Today message is the final part of a two part series designed to provide a response to our women’s month theme: Union Women: United in Spirit, Strength and Service. Why, because they are gifts from God. My objective is to outline ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuit Of A Surrendered Life!

Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on Jan 4, 2011

An encouraging message of living an productive life before a Holy God, filled with his Holy Spirit approval and Power.

“Father, I am your servant, willing and desiring to be used to bless your people.” The Fields are white and the laborers are few! 2. C.H. Spurgeon said, “If God does not save a man by truth he certainly will not save them by lies, and if the old ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sacred Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our quest for godly character we must recognize the war and respect the holy--especially the Holy Name of God.

Character Counts! The Sacred Matters (Matthew 12:33-37) Theme: Christian discipleship is a war against all that would desecrate that which is holy. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do We Please God? Part 5

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 7, 2004

We please God by following the Holy Spirit and allowing the Holy Spirit to change us from the inside out.

Have you ever tasted or smelled chlorine? It’s that wonderful smell we smell when we get near a swimming pool. It is designed to keep bacteria from growing in the pool and making us sick. Those with pools know how important it is to get the right balance in the water between too much chlorine and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Church Of God