Sermons on Human Insufficiency:

Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 28, 2025

Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength.

Title: Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness Intro: Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength. Scripture: John 8:12 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The journey inward is perhaps the most challenging pilgrimage we will ever undertake. "Do not just look around. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Other

Near To The Kingdom But Lost

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

In this sermon, we will examine the dangers of being close to salvation but not fully embracing it and how to ensure we enter the kingdom of God.

NEAR TO THE KINGDOM BUT LOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 1:1-12 Supporting Texts: Mark 12:28-34, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 13:24-27, John 3:3-5, Acts 26:27-28 INTRODUCTION There is a great tragedy in being close to salvation but still missing it. Many people attend church, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-12, Mark 12:28-34, Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 13:24-27, John 3:3-5, Acts 26:27-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Advance While Bleeding

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 16, 2025

This message encourages us to lean on God’s strength and keep advancing no matter what.

ADVANCE WHILE BLEEDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 "And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus, Everlasting Father

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Dec 17, 2007

In this sermon you will consider the phrase, "Everlasting Father," taken from Isaiah 9:6 in referring to Jesus

The past two Sundays we have looked at Isaiah 9:6. We have examined two of the four titles given to Jesus in Isaiah 9:6. He is the “Wonderful Counselor.” He is the “Mighty God.” Today we look at the third. He is the “Everlasting Father.” Before considering the phrase “Everlasting Father”, I want ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Success

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 1, 2008

the degree of success you will experience in life comes from understanding your purpose and fulfilling your true potential.

This newsletter is really about success. I know it says “Purpose” on the top and I keep talking about “true potential,” but the degree of success you will experience in life comes from understanding your purpose and fulfilling your true potential. So, yup, this is really just a success ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Another Manger

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Nov 10, 2010

Angels' music, while sweet, was not designed to be a resting place for a baby's head. Since cribs are not found in stables, the only thing that could serve that purpose was something as simple as the feeding trough of the stable animals ... the manger.

The sun was setting over ancient Palestine, as it had done so many times before. The wife of the manger-maker walked to the back door of the little workshop in the back of the house, as she had done so many times before. She went there to tell her husband that the evening meal was ready. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Our Atoning Sacrifice

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 10, 2018

This message asks: "What's the big deal about sin? Why does God care about what comes naturally to us?" And this message looks at the hope and joy we have because we trust that Jesus is our atoning sacrifice.

June 10/18 Sermon - 1 John 2:1-2 Today is the third in a series where we are looking at the book of first John. Pastor Bill Ryan did an excellent introduction to the book 2 weeks ago, and Pastor Arleen spoke on the balance of chapter 1 last week. If you missed those messages, and you want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Do Good Works?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jul 22, 2025

It explores the journey from spiritual death to a life of purpose, empowered by prayer, God's Word, and sacrificial love.

How to Do Good Works? (Ephesians 2:1-10 ESV) 1 And you were dead in the trespasses and sins 2 in which you once walked, following the course of this world, following the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that is now at work in the sons of disobedience— 3 among whom we all once lived in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 5:14, Romans 12:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

I'm Available, But He Is Able PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores God's immeasurable power at work within us and encourages submission, surrender, and service through the Spirit's power for personal transformation.

Welcome, beloved family, to this sacred gathering where we come together to nourish our souls on the abundant feast of God's Word. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. It is a time of communion, of fellowship, and of mutual edification. We are here to grow, to learn, and to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21

Topics: Available, Holy Spirit

Redeeming Your Time - 5 Biblical Truths About Time And Productivity Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the biblical command to redeem our time, the concept of time in scripture, and how we can apply these teachings to improve our productivity and service to God's Kingdom.

We are commanded throughout scripture to “redeem our time.” Because “the days are evil” and we are running out of time to do the “will of the Lord.” If our aim is to redeem our time, it is imperative that we start with God’s word. Here are five things scripture says about time and our role in it. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: Time Redemption, Biblical Productivity, Divine Stewardship

Sermon Series: Redeeming Your Time

Be Defensive

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 11, 2009

We need to know how to defend our faith.

BE DEFENSIVE INTRODUCTION: Have you ever known a word but when someone asked you what it meant you found yourself at a loss for words? You knew the word and what it meant but you couldn’t think of the actual definition or the correct way to explain it. That’s the way it is for some Christians. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worship And The Holiness Of God

Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 19, 2010

The holiness of God is the driving force behind authentic worship.

WORSHIP & THE HOLINESS OF GOD Rev. 4:1-11 Sermon Objective: The holiness of God is a driving force of authentic worship. INTRO: It is considered one of the most difficult topics of faith to discuss. • Not because we wish to avoid it. • Not because it is of no relevance. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Danger Of Living With Low Expectations

Contributed by Charles Jones on Mar 4, 2012

I am constantly surprised, bewildered and honestly sometimes even disgusted at how people who claim to love God and claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior and even testify of the moving of the Holy Spirit in their lives, live so far

The Tragedy of Living with Low Expectations Acts 3:1-9 Introduction I am constantly surprised, bewildered and honestly sometimes even disgusted at how people who claim to love God and claim to have accepted Jesus Christ as their personal savior and even testify of the moving of the Holy Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Declaring His Death Until He Comes Again

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Jan 4, 2012

On this weekend each year the nations declares its independence. On the first Sunday of each month we declare the death of Jesus--our means to walking in freedom from the wreck and ruin of sin.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:26 “ For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.” This is the Fourth of July weekend when we celebrate the anniversary of our Declaration of Independence. And in all humility we should do that and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:26

Denomination: *other

What Did It Mean When Jesus Came?

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 6, 2014

Jesus’ birth was the most significant day in history. What made it so significant?

WHAT DID IT MEAN WHEN JESUS CAME? Jesus’ birth was the most significant day in history. What made it so significant? 1) It was the day love was born. John 3:16, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ