Sermons on Inner Circle:

An Effective Witness

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2007

Perhaps the greatest sin of Christians is also the reason so few witness effectively: Jesus does not have the undivided loyalty of our hearts.

AN EFFECTIVE WITNESS 1 Peter 3:15 INTRO: Jesus would witness if He still walked the earth. He came to seek and to save the lost. Witnessing begins by setting apart Christ as Lord in your heart. Perhaps the greatest sin of Christians is also the reason so few witness effectively: Jesus does not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty Queen

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

We use the story of Esther to show how God has placed potential in all of us from the inside out.

Beauty Queen Text: Esther 1 - 9 “Beauty is skin deep, but ugly goes all the way to the bone. Beauty fades, but ugly holds it’s own.” (L. D. Streiker, An Encyclopedia of Humor, Hendrickson Publishers, @1998) ASK: Who are some women that you would say are beautiful? - Esther 2:15 says “. . . ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finally Be Strong Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 10, 2010

Two times Paul says that we are to "put on the full armor of God" he gives us why and how.

Two times Paul says that we are to "put on the full armor of God" he gives us why and how. Why? So that we can stand against the devil’s schemes. The word for Schemes used here is: "metheodeia" which is where we get our word method. The Devil’s method focuses in on three strategic areas of your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Pathway To Victorious Praise Series

Contributed by Michael Jakes on Jan 4, 2013

In spite of circumsances,we must battle through and praise God

The Pathway To Victorious Praise pt.4 in the sermon series ’Lessons From Macedonia’ Acts 16:22-26 In spite of circumstances, we are commanded to praise God.The enemy will do all he can to stop us but we must battle through. 1.The enemy will use: a.Intimidation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:22-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Blueprint For Blessing

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 26, 2016

How one's lifestyle affects his blessings. The contrast between the believer and the unbeliever

TITLE: God's Blueprint for Blessing TEXT: Psalm 1:1-6 INTRO: The first Psalm has been called the Psalm of Psalms because it summarizes all of them and focuses on the differences between the Righteous and the Wicked, or, as Adrian Rogers said, "the Saints and the Ain'ts." The first Psalm give us, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Infant Funeral Notes

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on May 19, 2018

An infant funeral is tough. Here is a still born sermon I did from May 2018

Funeral of an infant On behalf of the family, personally thank the Funeral Director & Staff. Thank friends & co-workers for the beautiful flowers & cards. Jeremiah 1:5 “I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Importance Of Healthy Relationships

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 21, 2019

Our relationships shape who we become. Choose your friends wisely. Your best friend is God, Jesus Christ Who loves us with equivocating love.

This is a brief message given at an inner-city mission in downtown Toronto, to a mixed group. What is one thing you look for in a new friend? One quality? Honesty, gentleness, kindness, humor? What is one thing you try to be when you are in a friendship? Open, honest, kind, trustworthy? Yes, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Samaritan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

Illustrates the essence of compassion and selfless love.

In the tapestry of the gospel passage, Jesus weaves a profound parable that transcends individual identities and backgrounds, emphasizing the universal call to compassion. The symbolic journey from Jerusalem to Jericho becomes a poignant metaphor, illustrating the shift from godly to ungodly ways. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Other

The Lord’s Prayer

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Apr 3, 2025

How to pray

Teaching on prayer ??Matthew? ?6?:?1?-?15? ?NASB1995?? ““Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven. “So when you give to the poor, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-15

Denomination: *other

The Operations Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 3, 2023

Whenever the Holy Spirit is given permission to work, the result is peace, wholeness, harmony, and unity, the supernatural becomes normal, and the blessing of God follows us.

For our God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints (1 Cor.14:33) Why are there so much church split, in-house fighting, competitions, division, chaos, anger, and bitterness among the Saints of God? Why is it that the sick and diseased are not healed, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Divine Guidance: The Path To Joy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 2, 2023

God offers us guidance through His Word, His Spirit, and prayer.

"Divine Guidance: The Path to Joy" Introduction: Welcome the congregation and open with a brief explanation of the significance of divine guidance in our lives. Introduce the key verse: "When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heart God Seeks Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

May we strive to cultivate hearts that align with the desires of our Heavenly Father, for it is in the condition of our hearts that God truly seeks to dwell.

"The Heart God Seeks" Introduction: Greet the congregation warmly and read the key verse: 1 Samuel 16:7b (NLT) - "The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart." Begin by acknowledging the human tendency ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Acts 13:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Peace: Trusting In The Lord Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

Perfect peace is a gift from God to those who trust in Him and fix their thoughts on Him. In a world filled with chaos, may we be known as people of unwavering trust and minds fixed on the One who offers us the peace that surpasses all understanding

Perfect Peace: Trusting in the Lord Introduction: Begin with a warm welcome to the congregation and introduce the key verse: Isaiah 26:3 (NLT) - "You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!" Share the context of this verse, emphasizing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kinds Of Zeal Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 9, 2022

A simple formula for Salvation is to confess that Jesus is the Lord and you shall be saved. Christ is the end of the Law and the beginning of the new grace. In this chapter, Paul mentions the zeal of the Jews, the Zeal of Paul for the missions, and the zeal of God.

Romans 10:01-21 God’s unchanging love for Israel This is the chapter of Faith like Hebrews 11. It talks about the value of faith in Christ. A simple formula for Salvation is to confess that Jesus is the Lord and you shall be saved. Christ is the end of the Law and the beginning of the new grace. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Honoring The Faithful: A Tribute To Servant Leadership SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Paul's message to the Corinthian Church emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and honoring those who have shown remarkable faithfulness in their ministry. Their love for Christ and His servants is a testament to their commitment and dedication, making them worthy of double honor.

In the book of 1 Corinthians, we gain insight into the inner workings of the Church in Corinth. Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus were leaders in the church and had delivered a letter from the Corinthian church to the apostle Paul. This letter contained questions and concerns, and Paul responded ...read more

Topics: Leadership Recognition, Servant Leadership