Sermons on Inner Circle:

Hearing God?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 26, 2016

Listen for He still speaks!

Heb 1 1 God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets, 2 Hath in these last days spoken unto us by His Son, whom He hath appointed heir of all things, by whom also He made the worlds; God does still speak to His children and is interactive in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Fire Of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 8, 2013

Issues of division in the deep south over distribution of wealth.

The Fire of Faith Within Me Won't Let You Deny Me by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (9/7/2013) “That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being ...read more

Denomination: Friends

The Peace That Comes From Heavenly Wisdom Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 10, 2014

James describes how to identify counterfeit earthly wisdom and enjoy the inner peace that comes from heavenly wisdom.

There is a familiar picture of a man at the base of a lighthouse, standing in an open door. A giant wave smashing against the lighthouse, but the man seems oblivious to the danger around him. The picture is called“Lighthouse in the Storm” and was taken by French photographer Jean ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David - God's Surprising Choice (1 Samuel 16:1-13)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 4, 2024

The choice of David to be the next king of Israel shows His Sovereignty in action, but also shows that He is a God of Surprises.

"NOW the Lord said to Samuel, 'How long will you mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? Fill your horn with oil and go. I am sending you to Jesse the Bethlehemite. For I have provided Myself a king among his sons.' And Samuel said, 'How can I go? If ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Matthew 1:1, Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 17:37

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Peace Did Christ Bring? Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 21, 2025

What does the messianic title “Prince of Peace” tell us about Jesus? What kind(s) of peace did he come to bring? This sermon examines five answers: (a) Peace among nations, (b) Peace between people, (c) Peace among believers, (d) Peace in our hearts, (e) Peace with God.

During the season of Advent, we celebrate the coming of Jesus Christ, the Savior whose arrival was anticipated for centuries by Israel, and whose coming was foretold in the Scriptures. There are many passages in the Old Testament which look forward to Christ, and this morning, I’d like for us to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Judas The Betrayer (Part Two)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 18, 2021

Today we continue our account with the aftermath. How did the betrayal effect Judas? How did things turn out for him? Spoiler alert-not very well.

JUDAS THE BETRAYER (part two) Last week we saw that Judas actually started out well. He was chosen to be an apostle, he was chosen to be the treasurer and he was sent out by Jesus with the others to heal people and drive out evil spirits. But somewhere along the way, he changed and allowed Satan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3-5, John 3:20, 2 Corinthians 7:10, 1 John 1:5-7, John 13:18, John 17:12, John 13:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thru Prayer Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 8, 2019

Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together because prayer opens a door to the presence and guidance of the Lord.

Opening Video: Selah “We Must Not” Sermon: Find joy in the journey through prayer! Scripture: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Thesis: Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Through Prayer Pt 8 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 27, 2019

Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together because prayer opens a door to the presence and guidance of the Lord.

Series: Find joy in the journey through Prayer! Scripture: Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. Thesis: Jesus was filled with joy and this inner joy came from His relationship with God the Father through prayer. Prayer and inner joy are linked together ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12, 1 Chronicles 4:10, John 16:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Lay Me Down To Sleep

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jul 3, 2008

In Peter’s life story we have the record of three times when he was off guard, relaxed, asleep. On each occasion there was something that he did not know.

I Lay Me Down To Sleep Acts 12:6 Sleeping at the wheel is a good way to keep from growing old. The amount of sleep required by the average person is about five minutes more. Laugh and the world laughs with you, snore and you sleep alone. People who say they sleep like a baby usually don’t ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:6

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Lost

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Feb 26, 2024

A sermon for the second Sunday in Lent, Year B

February 25, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Mark 8:31-38 Getting Lost Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Get Lost!” That’s not a polite thing to say. It has the connotation of “Scram!” or “Beat it!” If my mother ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Am I?

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 26, 2025

A sermon about identity.

“Who Am I?” Luke 9:28-43 Jenny Caughman wrote a mid-week devotion for this past Wednesday that got me thinking. If you missed it, you might want to go back and have a look. If you don’t get the mid-week devotions sent to you by the church and you would like to, please add your email address in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43

Denomination: United Methodist

An Awkward Situation

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 5, 2000

Looks at Peter’s denial of Christ

IT’S A COLD DAY FOR SEPTEMBER WAS ALL I THOUGHT TO SAY. WHEN I SAW YOU ON THE STREET THE OTHER DAY. I KNEW SOMETHING CHANGED BETWEEN US ALL THE TALK WE MADE WAS SMALL. BUT WHAT DO YOU SAY TO SOMEONE WHEN THEY’VE HEARD YOU SAY IT ALL. IT’S AN AWKWARD CONVERSATION IN A MOST PECULIAR WAY. HOW DID ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Experience Jesus (Introduction Of 1st John) Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Feb 13, 2011

This sermon deals with a great deal of background information on 1st, 2nd and 3rd John. The application is two fold: 1. Have you experienced Jesus? 2. Have you shared that experience with those around you?

TEXT: 1st John 1:1 TITLE: Introduction to John SERIES: Letters from John TOPIC: Evangelism OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, November 7, 2010 PROP.: Sharing Jesus based on my experiences. INTRODUCTION: Good morning and welcome! Today we start a NEW SERIES! We are going to be studying ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ddd (Dignity Deficiency Disorder)

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 27, 2010

Many Christians today suffer from what I call ‘dignity deficiency disorder’ simply b/c they are looking in the wrong places for dignity.

Bunbury Wed pm 28/07/10 “DDD” (Dignity Deficiency Disorder) Intro: *** I was sitting in the emergency waiting room of the hospital the other day waiting to be attended & the theme music of a daytime T.V. program caught my attention, it was the theme music of Days Of Our Lives. Not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Smarter Than A Disciple? Series

Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 25, 2007

Second sermon in series. It looks at the way God uses simple, ordinary people to do his will.

Are you Smarter than a Disciple? Luke 6:12-16, 9:1-6 Please turn to Luke 6:12-16 We are continuing our series this morning entitled, “Are you smarter than a fifth grader?” Today, we are asking the question, “Are you smarter than a disciple?” And I’ve got to tell you, it doesn’t take much. While ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ