Sermons on In Step With The Spirit:

Don't Count Me Out PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

Explores how to face life's challenges with enduring faith, drawing strength from God, and envisioning a bright future despite present difficulties.

Welcome, dear friends. Gather around, pull up a chair, and let's share this time together as we open our hearts to the Word of God. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. It is a warm and wonderful privilege to stand on the common ground of faith, to lean into the comforting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10

Topics: Faith

Success, Jealousy & Manipulation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

This sermon explores the dangers of jealousy and manipulation through the biblical account of King Saul's relationship with David in 1 Samuel 18.

Good morning, dear family of faith. I am so blessed to be standing here before you today, as we gather together in the house of the Lord. We are here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. The Lord has brought us together to share in His Word, to grow in our understanding, and to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-30

Topics: Jealousy

Give Thanks To The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 5, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring love of God, encouraging gratitude for His grace, learning from His goodness, and glorifying His greatness.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a wonderful day to be here together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? A day to gather, to reflect, and to give thanks for the boundless grace, goodness, and greatness of our God. Today, we have the privilege of turning to the book of Psalms, specifically ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving

A False Tongue PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 9, 2023

This sermon explores the deeper meaning and application of the ninth commandment, urging us to live truthfully in reflection of God's grace and love.

Good morning, beloved family! Isn't it a great day to be in the house of the Lord? I'm excited to share with you today, as we gather in fellowship and faith, ready to grow closer to our Savior, Jesus Christ. We're going to chat about something that's as relevant today as it was thousands of years ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Topics: Truthfulness

The Lord: Worthy To Be Praised PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores Job's unwavering faith, emphasizing God's gracious gifts, His sovereign authority, and the importance of praising Him even in times of hardship.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united by our shared faith and love for the Lord. We are here today to open our minds and hearts to the divine wisdom of the scripture, to seek solace in God's word, and to find guidance in His teachings. As we come together in ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-21

Topics: God's Goodness, Worthy Of Praise

Compassion & Understanding Of The Lord Heals The Canaanite Woman’s Daughter

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

Because we harbour differences, misunderstandings, resentments, and issues that we must sort out with the Lord, he may growl at us when we ask for a favour. But if our faith in God remains unshaken, the Lord will ensure that God will answer our cries for help.

Today, I want to hear God speaking to us through the story of Jesus healing the Canaanite woman’s daughter, who was tormented by a demon. For many reasons, this is a unique and fascinating story. For starters, this story, which is placed in the region of Tyre and Sidon, is among the two stories ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

This Is How I Fight My Battles!

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

Last week I challenged you to consider how you prepare yourself for worship before you enter the Lord’s house and His presence. Crystal closed out the message with a prayer that we worship everyday, not just on Sunday’s!

Today’s word is about worship. I looked back at all my sermons since 2020 and strangely enough, not a single one was on the topic of worship. So I am rectifying that today! The title of today’s message is “This is how I fight my battles”. We will examine 4 passages, 3 of which are centered around ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Faith And Patience: Inheriting The Promises Of God

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Jan 3, 2025

Faith gives us the vision to see God’s promises, and patience gives us the strength to wait for His perfect timing. Together, they helps us remain anchored during the storms of life and focused when the answers seem delayed.

Even as we start the new year, we probably have mixed emotions. On one side we are grateful to God for the year 2024 for God has given us life and protected us throughout this year. On the other side, we might be perplexed about the year 2025. Is the year 2025 going to be better than 2024? Is it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11-12, Romans 15:13, Hebrews 4:2, James 1:3-4, Romans 8:24-25, Revelation 2:2, Hebrews 6:13-15, Zechariah 9:12, Romans 4:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Ecclesiastes Chapter Two Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 4, 2025

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter two of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter Two Ecclesiastes 2:1 (NASB) I said to myself, "Come now, I will test you with pleasure. So enjoy yourself." And behold, it too was futility. Solomon conducted his search for life's meaning as an experiment. He first tried pursuing pleasure. He undertook great ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Storm Called Fear

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 4, 2025

Fear is one of the most common things Christians have to face. We need to distinguish between the enemy or danger and the fear that the enemy or danger produces, and know how to deal with the fear.

INTRODUCTION Today is the first Sunday of 2025. Happy New Year! I thought that at the start of the year I would review a couple of the most basic aspects of Christian life. I have given the title of today’s talk, ‘A storm called fear.’ It’s about fear, worry and anxiety. Next Sunday, we’re ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 64:1, Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Baptist

Most Famous Of Them All

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 5, 2025

As we acknowledge that Christ is the most famous of them all, what should be our heart’s desire? What should we be doing?

“Now among those who went up to worship at the feast were some Greeks. So these came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and asked him, ‘Sir, we wish to see Jesus.’ Philip went and told Andrew; Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. And Jesus answered ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

All Who Touch Him Are Healed

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 17, 2025

One-fifth of the 4 Gospels speak of Jesus' healing ministry. Not only did He heal people, but He trained and empowered His disciples to heal people, and gave that same commission to the Church. Are we following in His footsteps?

ALL WHO TOUCH HIM ARE HEALED Mt. 14:36 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR I thought I broke my ankle the other night when I tripped over a Kleenex box, but the doctor said it was only tissue damage. B. TEXT “And when the men of that place recognized Jesus, they sent word to all the surrounding country. People ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Happens When Grace Isn't Enough?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 24, 2025

Jesus' hometown rejected him, even though they were impressed with His words of grace. Why? How did Jesus react? Is grace enough for you?

1.26.25 Luke 4:16–30 (EHV) 16 He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up. As was his custom, he went into the synagogue on the Sabbath day and stood up to read. 17 The scroll of the prophet Isaiah was handed to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: 18 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Case Study 4 - Anna -The Female Evangelist Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 26, 2025

Case Study 4: Anna: The Female Evangelist. Luke chapter 2 verses 36-38 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Insight #1. Prophetess (vs 36a). Insight #2. Daughter (vs 36b) Insight #3. Widow (vs 36c-37). Insight #4. Witness (vs 38). SERMON BODY: Ill: • When you plant a Chinese bamboo tree, • You will need to water it, nurture it, and fertilize it every day. • But nothing will happen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Brethren

Praying In Secret Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 4, 2022

Standing itself is interpreted as praying, for it is said, "and Abraham rose early in the morning to where he stood, "and there is no prayer but standing." though sometimes they prayed sitting, as David did, 2 Samuel 7:18

Matthew 6:5-8 (NIV) 5 "And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Baptist