Sermons on Initiative:

A Kingdom Not From Here

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2018

Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign?

Is God’s kingdom meant to just rule in our hearts or is there more to it? Is Jesus a king? How does Jesus compare to government leaders of this world? What is the truth of Jesus’ reign? Let’s examine Pilate’s questioning of Jesus in John 18:33-37 and what Jesus had to say about His kingdom. King ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

He Will Do It Again

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 17, 2013

Friends, the most important point I want to drive across to you today is that, when you face a gigantic problem: think of all the goodness that He had done in the past, and get equipped to face the

He will do it again ! Deuteronomy 3:21,22"And I commanded Joshua at that time, saying, 'Your eyes have seen all that the LORD your God has done to these two kings; so will the LORD do to all the kingdoms through which you pass. You must not fear them, for the LORD your God Himself fights for you.' ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 3:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Gotta Be Reconciled To God Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Jan 27, 2014

The Bible teaches that all men are separated from God because of sin. Sin has made it so that now men and God are on opposing sides, yet one word saves the day for men, reconciliation.

Introduction: Our journey through the book of Colossians. Background: (1:1-2) * This morning we are going to focus our attention on one aspect/doctrine of salvation that the Apostle Paul focuses on in order to encourage the church at Colosse and strength their ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Solemnity Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King Of The Universe-- The Last Judgment

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 15, 2020

Explaining the Scripture, the Catechism says that the Last Judgment will reveal even to its furthest consequences the good each person has done or failed to do during his earthly life.

There was a little boy named Kevin who went out with his grandpa one Saturday morning to get some breakfast. They climbed into grandpa’s pickup truck, and down the road they went. On the way, grandpa turned to Kevin and asked, “Which way is heaven?” Kevin pointed to the sky. Then grandpa said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Catholic

Topic: The Search For A Perfect Ruler

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 6, 2022

Israel has been longing for that kind of a Ruler – a King; a perfect one. Since the formation of the nation Israel, there were no kings:

Topic: The Search for a Perfect Ruler Text: Gen_35:10 And God said unto him, Thy name is Jacob: thy name shall not be called any more Jacob, but Israel shall be thy name: and he called his name Israel. Gen 35:11 And God said unto him, I am God Almighty: be fruitful and multiply; a nation and a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:10-11

Denomination: Christian Church

A Leper And A Centurion.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 17, 2023

Two examples of faith in Jesus.

A LEPER AND A CENTURION. Matthew 8:1-13. At the beginning of the Sermon of the Mount Jesus had been ‘set’ and ‘His disciples came unto Him’ (cf. Matthew 5:1). At the end of the Sermon we were told of the other people who had been listening in, how they had been amazed at His teaching: ‘For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Leper Cleansed By Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 14, 2022

Leprosy is often used as a figure for sin.

A LEPER CLEANSED BY JESUS. Luke 5:12-16. The various skin diseases which fall under the Biblical heading of ‘leprosy’ have long stood as a metaphor for that worst of all human diseases: sin. However, this does not detract from the historicity of the incident which Luke now sets before us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 8, 2021

The amazing grace we receive is that we are adopted as children of God.

Amazing Grace – Ephesians 1: 3 - 14 Intro: This morning I would like for you to think for a moment about what might be the best news you could receive. Good news comes in so many forms. Let me share a few: You’re cancer free and you are cured. / Happy 100th birthday and congratulations on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Were The Authors Of The Books Of The Bible? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

The Bible, composed over approximately 1,500 years, was written by more than 40 different authors from diverse backgrounds. These authors include kings, prophets, fishermen, tax collectors, and scholars, all inspired by the Holy Spirit.

Who were the authors of the books of the Bible? The Bible, composed over approximately 1,500 years, was written by more than 40 different authors from diverse backgrounds. These authors include kings, prophets, fishermen, tax collectors, and scholars, all inspired by the Holy Spirit. Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being A Believer By Title And An Unbeliever By Action Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few examples from the Bible that highlight the paradox of being a believer by title and an unbeliever by action.

As Christians, we often find ourselves caught in a paradox. We proclaim our faith in God and claim to be believers, but our actions often tell a different story. This dichotomy is not new, and the Bible is replete with examples of individuals who struggled with this same issue. In this sermon, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27, 2 Timothy 4:10

The Allure Of Worldly Conformity.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 11, 2024

The Church should never want be "like all the nations."

THE ALLURE OF WORLDLY CONFORMITY. 1 Samuel 8:4-20, 1 Samuel 11:14-15. Samuel appointed his two sons to be judges in Beersheba in the south of Israel, but ‘his sons walked not in his ways’ and ‘took bribes and perverted judgement (1 Samuel 8:1-3). On account of this, the elders of Israel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:4-20, 1 Samuel 11:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To See The Face Of God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2025

What a great gift the Transfiguration is for us, glorifying God in our second full week of Holy Lent!

Second Sunday of Lent 2025 If there is a fundamental difficulty with religion, it may be that God, and every attribute of God, does not belong to us. All is naturally out of our human comprehension. We say God is transcendent. As Bp. Barron teaches, we are like two-dimensional stick figures on a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36, Genesis 15:5-18

Denomination: Catholic

"Hineni Shelacheni” — Send Me

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Sep 10, 2024

This variety in responses mirrors how we approach God’s call in our lives. Just as our greetings reflect our readiness to engage, the way we respond to God's call—much like Isaiah did—reveals our willingness to serve and our openness to His divine purpose for us.

Introduction: Hello, everyone. Different cultures have unique ways of answering the phone, reflecting their values and traditions. For instance: Graham Bell’s invention is greeted with a simple “Ahoy” in English. Russians respond, “I’m listening.” The French ask, “Who is on the phone?” Italians ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Rescue From The Flames Of Judgment Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 10, 2025

In this sermon we will explore seven biblical examples of individuals who were called to rescue others from the flames of judgment, and the lessons we can learn from their experiences.

In the Bible, we are reminded of the importance of showing mercy and compassion to those around us. As followers of Christ, we are called to rescue others from the flames of judgment, just as God has rescued us from our own sins. However, this task is not without its challenges, as we must be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34, Luke 10:25-37

"pak Khom" (How Much Land Does A Man Need?"

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 19, 2025

Here, we look at the story of a man named Pakhom, a Russian farmer who always felt he did not have enough land

"Pak Khom" (How Much Land Does a Man Need?" Here, we look at the story of a man named Pakhom, a Russian farmer who always felt he did not have enough land. He believed and was convinced that if he had enough land, his life would be secure and he would no longer have to fear anyone, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational