Sermons on Inner Nature:

The Ever Rising Kingdom Of God (August 15, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

In Matthew 13:33, Jesus mentioned the transforming power that takes place as the Kingdom Of God expands likened to yeast that has been mixed with bread dough. This parable describes a mixture, a reaction and a result.

THE EVER RISING KINGDOM OF GOD Text: Matthew 13:33 The first time that my mother ever tried to make homemade bread, she mixed some yeast with the dough. But what did not expect was the reaction that took place. My parents were getting ready to go downtown, after my mother had formed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Peace

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Apr 17, 2021

There are all sorts of things around us that can put worry into our lives. Whatever it is in our lives today, God has a plan to restore our peace.

Opening and Introduction Our Gospel lesson today starts with words that set the tone for todays’ message. It starts with, “the doors were locked for fear of the Jews” (John 20:19, ESV). Fear is something that’s been around us for this past year as we all had to adjust to a virus run rampant ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Focus On The Invisible Hope

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 21, 2020

How do we live in this world when people are so afraid of dying? Fearful of dying? What are we all in this together for?

5.24.20 2 Corinthians 4:13–18 13 Since we have that same spirit of faith, which corresponds to what is written: “I believed; therefore, I have spoken,” we also believe, and therefore we speak. 14 For we know that the one who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus and bring us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

"Treasure The Treasure”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Dec 14, 2018

Mary got the message! Beginning that time, the Word from eternity came into our own earthly existence .... and THE WORD BECAME FLESH! Christ is taking shape in her womb. LET US NOW ALSO PONDER IN OUR HEARTS THE TREASURE IN TREASURE...

“TREASURE THE TREASURE” Luke 2:19; Matthew 6:21 “Mary treasured all these things and reflected (ponder) on them in her heart.” (NiV) “but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often.” (NLT) “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:19-21) The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:19, Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Still Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and then INTERCESSION.

series: Intercessory Prayer Training Topic: Intimacy with God Twelve Biblical Steps to Intercession This is a training course in intercessory prayer. It is a prayer strategy based on 12 Biblical Steps of Intercession. This intercessory prayer time is to be divided into two parts: INTIMACY and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32

Courage Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 8, 2025

Esther had the courage to use her position of power to help others, specifically, to save her people, the Jews, from genocide.

INTRODUCTION OPENING SLIDE • Have you ever been in a moment when you knew what the right thing to do was—but fear tried to hold you back? • Maybe it was speaking up when someone was being mistreated. • Maybe it was standing for truth when it would’ve been easier to stay quiet. • Maybe it was ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting To Know Him

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 14, 2025

Paul's prayer is for us to know Jesus' and His deep love for us. A neat and bold prayer.

1.19.25 Ephesians 3:14–21 (EHV) 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 from whom the entire family in heaven and on earth receives its name. 16 I pray that, according to the riches of his glory, he would strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

What’s In Your Cup?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 29, 2025

This message looks at the believer and what he/she should be filled with.

Tun with me to 2 Corinthians 1. We are going to read the first part of verse 4. “[God] Who comforteth us in all our tribulation that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble.” In one of his messages last year, my brother read an illustration from “Barbara O’Neill Health Tricks” that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:4, Matthew 12:3-35, Romans 2:13-14, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Kind Of Life Are You Building? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 31, 2025

The two builders that conclude Jesus’ sermon indicate to us that He is teaching us how to build the life that honors Jesus.

What Kind of Life Are You Building? Luke 6:17-49 Introduction We are familiar with the Sermon on the Mount, surely one of the most profound messages in our Bible. Today’s text presents a Sermon on the Plain. “He went down with them and stood on a level place…” Lk 6:17. There are many ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Of The Seven Deadly Sins PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

The importance of honesty as God's expectation, the challenges to truthfulness, and the healing process from the habit of lying.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Creator, to understand His word and His will for us, and to live lives that reflect His love and righteousness. In the midst of our daily hustle and bustle, we often find ourselves wrestling with the complexities of life, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-17

Topics: God, Lying

1 Kings Part 2 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 20, 2023

The Building of the Temple

The Building of the Temple (One cubit equals approx 18 in.) 6:1 Now it came about in the four hundred and eightieth year after the sons of Israel came out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon’s reign over Israel, in the month of Ziv which is the second month, that he [a]began to ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Rejoice And Praise The Lord

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Jul 17, 2007

Ascribing to God His supreme worth - God who is the Omnipotent, the Omniscient, the gracious and merciful God, faithful and just God should be our unceasing and overflowing joy

Rejoice and Praise the Lord Psalm 33:1-22 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay July 14, 2007 Introduction Ascribing to God His supreme worth - God who is the Omnipotent, the Omniscient, the gracious and merciful God, faithful and just God should be our unceasing and overflowing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Human Spirit Should Function Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 11, 2023

What is the difference between the human soul and spirit? Message deals with the condition of an unbeliever's spirit and the importance of a spiritual resurrection. In a believer, how is one's spirit to function in relationship with God and in relationship with the soul?

Intro We have completed a brief study in how to maintain a pure conscience. As a follow-up to that, I want to talk about “Caring for Your Spirit.” What do we need to do to maintain a strong, active spirit that is in communion with God and functioning effectively? How is the human spirit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Psalm 116:15, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 6:17, John 4:24, Galatians 5:16-25, Hebrews 2:15, 1 John 2:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

#30 The Problem Is The Heart Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Oct 12, 2020

The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals.

#30 The Problem Is the Heart Series: Mark Chuck Sligh October 13, 2020 The Pharisees and scribes were all wrapped up in rules and externals. In Mark 7:1-23, Jesus taught that what pleases Him most is worship from the HEART. NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Missionary Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 23, 2003

The examination of the call of Isaiah gives an excellent illustration of the essential marks that must be present in every believer’s heart if we are to have God’s heart to reach this world.

The Marks of a Missionary Jesus: Hope of the Nations Isaiah 6:1-9 - ©Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) “In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the temple. [2] Above him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist