Sermons on Inner Beauty:

How To Hear The Voice Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 11, 2023

God's voice is often heard in stillness. He commanded, "Be still, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10 NIV).

"Speak Lord for your servant is listening" (1 Samuel 3:9) "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me" (John 10:27 KJV) The Prophet Habakkuk knew the sound of God's voice. Elijah described it as a still, small voice heard as random thoughts, impressions, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:9, John 10:27, 1 Kings 19:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deny Yourself Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 3, 2023

Following Christ is the foremost step on the spiritual ladder. Then deny yourself. Today based on Matthew 16:24-26 I would like to share with you about know yourself, love yourself, and deny yourself.

Text: Matthew 16:24-26 Theme: Deny Yourself Introduction: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. This lent led us to think about the steps to elevation, I mean the spiritual elevation. Following Christ is the foremost step on the spiritual ladder. Today, I would like to meditate with you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Methodist

Joseph's Jesus Story

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 16, 2022

The birth of Jesus Christ is multi-layered and filled with mystery. The details are scandalous and messy. The focus of Matthew’s account is on Joseph’s Jesus story.

Joseph’s Jesus Story Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction What is your picture of the perfect Christmas? Beautiful decorations, lovely family, delicious food, well-selected gifts, and children that know how to behave! How many of us really have a Christmas like that? In reality, Christmas - is not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evangelism: Building Bridges Of Love

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 1, 2025

We are called to carry out the Great Commission through Spirit-led compassion, humility, grace, and encouragement—listening like Philip, repenting like Peter, pausing like Paul, and believing like Barnabas—so that the gospel of Christ may reach a divided world.

Building Bridges of Love “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.” Matthew 9:37-38 Fulfilling the Great Commission has never been easy. As Christ’s ambassadors, we are commanded to “go and make disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:37-38, Romans 1:28, Romans 10:15, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Ephesians 1:4-5, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Meekness Series

Contributed by Jeff Cole on Nov 22, 2025

What does being “meek” mean to you? In a world that celebrates power, why would Jesus call us to be meek? Jesus was meek, but does that mean He was weak? Is “meekness” good, or bad in your eyes? Would you consider yourself to be meek?

The Power of Meekness Lakeview Baptist Church April 6, 2025 Intro What does being “meek” mean to you? Is “meekness” good, or bad in your eyes? Do you consider yourself to be “meek”? How can you know? Ask yourself How do you respond when someone wrongs you? How do you respond when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5

The Child Jesus Held In His Arms

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 17, 2024

When we come to the faith and are baptised, we are forever held in Jesus’ arms.

Only a few Sundays ago, I preached on the story of Jesus picking up a little child and holding him in his arms (Mark 9:30-37) St. Mark did not name the child. But guess what? A tradition in the church says the child is none other than Ignatius, a native of Syria. This is the boy who later became ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26, 1 John 5:6-12, Isaiah 35:8-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Joy In The Journey - A Christmas Sermon

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Dec 31, 2024

As long as we live in this world, our lives are part of a greater journey—a journey of faith, hope, and purpose. When we look closely at the Christmas narrative, we realize that it is also a story of journeys.

Christmas: A Time of Journey When we look closely at the Christmas narrative, we realize that it is also a story of journeys. Every major figure in the story of Christ's birth undertook some form of a journey. The Bible itself is filled with stories of journeys, from beginning to end. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-49

Denomination: Other

Easter Day (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 17, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 111:1-10, Exodus 12:21-28, Colossians 3:1-7, John 20:1-10. A). A COMMITMENT TO PRAISE THE LORD. Psalm 111:1-10. After the initial exhortation to “Praise ye the LORD” (Psalm 111:1), this song forms an acrostic, using all twenty-two Hebrew letters in alphabetical order. As for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1-10, Exodus 12:21-28, Colossians 3:1-7, John 20:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

White Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023

Explores the transformative power of God's grace, promising purity through prophecy, provided through Jesus, and its impact on our lives.

Greetings, beloved congregation. What a blessing it is to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in purpose, bound by love, and eager to receive His Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform, to heal, and to purify. We turn our hearts ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18

Topics: Christmas, White

The Perfecting Work Of The Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 11, 2023

Explores the importance of unity, faith, and knowledge in the church, using Ephesians 4:11-16 as a divine blueprint for Christian living.

Good morning, dear friends and faithful followers of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I am so glad to see each one of you here today, taking time out of your busy lives to gather together, to fellowship, and to immerse ourselves in the life-giving words of our Heavenly Father. Today, we gather ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Topics: Unity, Faith, Knowledge

The Power Of Jesus' Blood PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

Explores the transformative power of God's truth, the blessing of Jesus' blood, and our call to witness and live in His light.

Welcome, dear friends, to this beautiful sanctuary of ours, a place where we gather to share in the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because we are drawn by the Holy Spirit to come together in fellowship, to learn, to grow, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Topics: Transformational Power

Handling Guilt Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 13, 2024

In today’s sermon, we will explore how God’s grace offers freedom from false guilt, empowering us to let go of past mistakes and walk confidently in the truth that there is no condemnation for those in Christ Jesus.

Overcoming Guilt Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons The mind’s capacity to remember thoughts, emotions, and events is a remarkable gift, but it can also be a source of profound pain. On one hand, it is a blessing to recall the beauty of cherished moments—walking on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8, Romans 6:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Barnabas Park on May 9, 2025

"Rejoice in the Lord" is a vital safeguard for believers, strengthening their faith and anchoring them in God’s truth. It is not just a choice but a divine calling—an essential posture of worship and a defining mark of Kingdom people, living with purpose to fulfill God's mission.

“Rejoice in the Lord” “Finally, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you.” (Philippians 3:1, ESV) “That’s about it, friends. Be glad in God! I don’t mind repeating what I have written in earlier letters, and I hope you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1, Romans 14:17, Jeremiah 2:13, John 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Good News For Hard Times!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

No matter how hard the road may be there is good news for those who will trust in Jesus.

Good News For Hard Times! Acts 9:32-43 Hard times are nothing new. Hard times, times of trials and tribulations, seem to be as constant as the sunrise. You can watch the news on any given day and hear of the hard times of those around our country. You can read the morning paper and learn of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You See Him As He Is? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Sep 4, 2005

God is worthy to be praised.

DO YOU SEE HIM AS HE IS? Psalm 96:1-6 S: Worship C: God as He is Th: God – Most Worthy of Praise Pr: GOD IS WORTHY OF OUR PRAISE. ?: How? How do we do it? KW: Declarations TS: We will find in Psalm 96:1-6 three declarations that are worth following in order to praise ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-6

Denomination: Baptist