Sermons on Hosea 11:1-19:

From Bethel To Bethaven

Contributed by David Jacob Oluwasesan on Aug 6, 2018

When the Will of the Lord no longer the primary thing people are doing in His Church, mammon worship, worldliness, and act of Jezebel is being promoted, then the house of God has turned to the house of vanity.

FROM BETHEL TO BETHAVEN The meaning of Bethel is House of God while the meaning of Bethaven is house of Vanity or house of iniquities. It's the Same place that borne the name, only that it experienced Negative Transformation from serving the True God to serving idol and the Prophet like Amos and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 5:26-27

The Banquet Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 25, 2016

Jesus' challenge to the host in Luke 14, that he should not invite those who could serve his needs but those whose needs he could serve, challenges the worldly approach to human relationships.

Luke 14:1-14 "The Banquet" INTRODUCTION The word "Stewardship" has gained an ugly reputation in Christian circles. It is frequently associated with congregational pleas for more money. The word has lost its wholistic dimension. Stewardship, or if you prefer, good management is no longer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Senior Saints

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 27, 2017

What can we learn from senior saints in our midst? How many have lived just and devout lives? How many of them have been faithful despite life’s suffering?

Prelude What can we learn from senior saints in our midst? How many have lived just and devout lives? How many seniors have been faithful despite life’s suffering? Purpose: Let’s learn from the examples of elderly saints. Plan: Let’s look at the examples of Simeon and Anna in Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Harlot

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 9, 2020

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17.

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17. Revelation 17:1 And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prophecies Of Christ Fulfilled

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Nov 28, 2020

These selected prophecies are only a few of the over 350 prophecies about Jesus Christ, our Lord. These prophesies are fulfilled directly by the birth, life, crucifixion, resurrection and ascension of Jesus.

Born of a Woman — Genesis 3:15; Galatians 4:4 Descendant of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Judah, Jesse — Matthew 1:1-3,6; Genesis 12:3, 17:19, 22:18, 26:4, 49:10; Numbers 24:17; Isaiah 11:1 Throne of David — Luke 1:32; 2 Samuel 7:12-13; Isaiah 9:6-7 Everlasting Kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 9:6-7, Psalm 45:6, Daniel 2:44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing And Serving God

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Dec 1, 2020

Knowing God is the most important thing in our walk with God. We must be certain that we truly know God before thinking of involving in His work. God's work must be done with all sincerity and zeal.

TOPIC: KNOWING AND SERVING GOD. TEXT:1Chronicles28:9 "And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind: for the LORD searcheth all hearts, and understanding all the imaginations of the thoughts: if thou seek him, he will be ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24, John 2:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Most Influential Book The World Has Ever Known Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Apr 6, 2014

Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law.”(Psalm 119:18)

Open my eyes, that I may see wondrous things from Your law.”(Psalm 119:18) There are many wondrous things in nature: the plants, the beaches, the sky, the rainbow, the butterflies, the smile of infants-- yet what are these things to us if we are blind? In the same way, unless the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Revival?

Contributed by David Carter on Sep 10, 2021

What is a revival?

WHAT IS A REVIVAL? A VISITATION OF GOD ON HIS PEOPLE - Luke 7:16 - Fear gripped them all, and they began glorifying God, saying, God has visited His people. 1 Peter 2:12 - A time of visitation. A REFRESHING - Acts 3:19 - Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Know Your God

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 15, 2024

You will go to church on time, read the Bible, pray daily, join prayer meetings and be with zeal in the things of God if only you know who He is and how He rewards people who please Him.

Do you know your God? Joshua 2:12“Now then, please swear to me by the Lord that you will show kindness to my family, because I have shown kindness to you. Give me a sure sign." I had just preached about the knowledge of God in the early morning 5am zoom fellowship , the place is filled with ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Wedding Banquet: Invitation, Ingratitude, And Indiscretion, Part I

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 20, 2023

Jesus' parable of the wedding banquet (Matthew 22:1-14) is a call to salvation. There will be many who will make poor excuses and refuse the invitation. There will be those who accept it with gratitude, but some will try to enter in their own way. In which category do you fit?

Throughout the Scriptures, the call of God to come to Him for salvation, grace, and mercy is prominent. The paradise we lost at our fall into sin is not irreversible nor permanent. He has promised redemption even though we do not deserve it. He promised to make all things new, starting with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Isaiah 55:1, John 7:37, Ezekiel 33:11, Isaiah 45:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Day Of The Lord

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 10, 2022

The Biblical term "day of the Lord" is a lot more involved than most folks believe.

Thirty-Third Sunday in Course 2022 The phrase “the day of the Lord” appears in the OT thirty-five times. But what does it mean? We’ve grown up thinking that the “Lord’s Day” is Sunday, because it’s the day of Christ’s Resurrection. Or maybe it’s the day of Christ’s return, a day nobody can fix on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19, 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12, Psalm 98:5-9, Malachi 4:1-2

Denomination: Catholic

Freedom From Spiritual Bondage

Contributed by Michael Mays on Jul 3, 2021

No one is more qualified to help another person than the one who has already experienced the same trial

I. Introduction In their book "The Sacred Romance" (Thomas Nelson), John Eldredge and Brent Curtis write: "A 19th-century Scottish discus thrower lived in the days before professional trainers and developed his skills alone in the highlands of his native village, making his own ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Be A Man Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022

A man has an essential relation to the earth (Adama), that he belongs to the earthly sphere below. The word ‘Human’ is derived from ‘Humus’. Man is capable of auto-determination. He is free, has free will to decide the course of life.

Test: Roman 16:13 “Be on guard; stand firm in your faith [in God, respecting His precepts and keeping your doctrine sound]. Act like [mature] men and be courageous; be strong.” Theme: Be a Man Introduction: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. I greet you all in the name of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:13

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus' Triumphal Entry Into Jerusalem On Palm Sunday

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Apr 23, 2022

Jesus makes entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday for the last time in His earthly life which would hallmark His crucifixion, death, and resurrection.

1. His PREPARATION. (vv. 1-6) 1 Samuel 7:3; 1 Chronicles 22:5; 29:18; 2 Chronicles 31:11; 35:4-6; Psalm 10:17; Isaiah 57:14-15; 66:1-2; Jeremiah 12:3; Amos 4:12; Matthew 21:1; Mark 14:13; Ephesians 6:15 a. His COMING. (v. 1) Genesis 49:10; Numbers 24:17; 2 Samuel 7:14; Psalm 78:2; Isaiah 7:14; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Guarding Your Destiny From The Enemy Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 18, 2025

Guarding your destiny is not automatic; it requires vigilance, spiritual discipline, and alignment with God’s will. When you guard your destiny, you secure your relevance, your inheritance, and your eternal reward.

GUARDING YOUR DESTINY FROM THE ENEMY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:10 — “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, 1 Peter 5:8, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God