Sermons on Inner Thoughts:

Grace - The Unmerited Favor That Redefines Existence

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Nov 19, 2023

Ever wondered why the Gospel emphasizes salvation as a gift? Why is it unearned and freely bestowed? As we explore the truths of God's grace, anchored in Ephesians 2:8-9, we discover a profound answer.

In the next moments, we'll explore the vastness of God's grace as revealed to us in Ephesians 2-8-9. This scripture reminds us that our salvation isn't a trophy of our deeds, but a testament to God's deep and philosophical love and mercy. It challenges our understanding of merit and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Other

Blessed Are The Upside-Down Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 29, 2025

Jesus opens His Kingdom manifesto not with rules but with congratulations. He blesses the weak, the weeping, and the overlooked. These “blessings” are grace-filled announcements that reorient how we see God, ourselves, and the world.

Sermon Title: Blessed Are the Upside-Down Series Title: Kingdom Culture: Living the Sermon on the Mount Text: Matthew 5:1–12 Big Idea: Jesus opens His Kingdom manifesto not with rules but with congratulations. He blesses the weak, the weeping, and the overlooked. These “blessings” are grace-filled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Just Be Quiet Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 29, 2024

The topic that today’s text deals with is demons. It is not a topic we like to talk about, but we need to hear because they are real. We need to know they exist and how to deal with them.

JUST BE QUIET Text: Acts 16:16-24 Introduction 1. One of the things that I love about preaching through a book of the Bible chapter by chapter, paragraph by paragraph, and verse by verse is that it forces me to preach about topics that are difficult to talk about. But they are topics that the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-24

Denomination: Methodist

Flip The Script Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 12, 2025

Discover how God can rewrite your story and turn trials into triumphs—read Flip the Script and find inspiration to overcome your giants with faith and purpose.

Flip the Script Genesis 50:20 Online Sermon: https://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Queen Victoria ruled over the British Empire from 1837 to 1901, marking a 63-year reign that not only set a record in Britain but also defined an era known as the Victorian Age. Shortly after ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:33, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, 1 Peter 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Trauma, Tears And Trust: Finding God Again Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 29, 2025

This is the second talk in a course called "Trauma and Transformation, Level 2". This advanced course takes a bio-psycho-socio-spiritual approach to healing. Both Christians and non-Christians are in attendance, so the homily is presented with that in mind.

We all know that there is good in our world. There is beauty that we experience in nature, in art, in music, in a baby’s smile, in a fulfilling conversation, in a meaningful friendship. There are nearly unlimited examples of the fact that there is good in our world. We all know that there is bad ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awake In Gethsemane

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 13, 2026

Jesus’ agony in Gethsemane reveals the cost of salvation and shows that Easter hope rests on His obedience, not ours.

Every Easter weekend, we gather to celebrate life. We sing resurrection songs. We dress a little brighter. We speak words like hope, victory, and new beginnings. And rightly so — Easter is the great declaration that death does not get the final word. Easter did not begin in a garden filled with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Isaiah 53:4-6, Psalm 75:7-8, Romans 5:6-8, Hebrews 5:7-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Class: Healing Damaged Emotions Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 3, 2022

The healing of damaged emotions is connected to the soul and spirit of a person. Healing can be hindered by the choices that we make in life.

Pursue Class: Topic: Healing Damaged Emotions PP#1: Pursue Kingdom Ministry PP#2: Summary of Ken Fish and Putty’s Integrated model of healing: See chart! PP#3: Resources for this message! PP#4: My Story of having damaged emotions and how God healed me! (It was a process) PP#5: Class: Pursue – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:26, Matthew 22:37, John 5:1-15, Hebrews 4:12-13, Proverbs 23:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Renewal Of Our Minds

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 30, 2007

The human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish

RENEWAL OF OUR MINDS Romans 12:2 “…the human brain is the most complex arrangement of matter in the universe.” - Dr. Duane Gish We have an incredible machine inside our head called ‘brain.’ You may have a high IQ, or average or even below average intelligence but your brain is still ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Longing For The Lord

Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 13, 2006

David was piled with problems. He was on the run. He was alone and discouraged. This was his personal “ground zero.” He’s been where some of you are today. Let’s listen in as he longs for the Lord in the midst of his troubles.

Longing for the Lord Text: Psalm 42:1-11; 1AS THE hart pants and longs for the water brooks, so I pant and long for You, O God.2My inner self thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and behold the face of God? 3My tears have been my food day and night, while men say to me all day ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Strength Of A Church Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 16, 2006

Paul shares three things that will make a church strong.

INTRODUCTION • I want you to think about the Auburn Christian Church for a minute. When you think of our church, do you see it as a strong vibrant church, or do you see it as one that is on the week side just limping along? • PAUSE • Now as you have pondered that question, by what criteria did ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bow Our Knees Before The Father

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 23, 2006

If we dwell in the presence of God moment by moment, then we look to the Christ within to find His abiding presence.

BOW OUR KNESS BEFORE THE FATHER Ephesians 3:14-21 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCA, Daraga, albay February 26, 2006 INTRODUCTION Have you ever watched the stars in the night so stunningly beautiful and awesome that you spend hours ponder its beauty- that you longed to be part of it? Or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Temple Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 25, 2003

Part 4 of a series on Old Testament parallels of New Testament salvation. This message studies how Christ assumed the role of the implements used in OT temple worship.

Old Testament Parallels of New Testament Salvation — Part 4 The Temple of Salvation Scripture Ref: 1 Kings 6 John 1:29; 3:5; 4:34; 8:12; Hebrews 6:16-20 Luke 23:44-46 Acts 1:3-8 Matthew 5:17-18 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Other Ref: All the Messianic Prophecies of the Bible, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 6:1-38

Preparing For Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 11, 2012

Jesus teaches us how to prepare for battle

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are rewinding our Bible DVR’s a little bit further as we get ready to examine the scene of Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. • Last week Jerry explored the arrest of Jesus, this week we are going to look at how Jesus spent his final moments preparing for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-49

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Circumcision Of The Heart

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jul 26, 2021

It is not that belonging to the visible community of God’s people is unimportant. It is. But salvation is not won by any external associations. When we depend on such things, we become less than what God wants us to be.

Alba 7-25-2021 CIRCUMCISION OF THE HEART Romans 2:25-29 There is that old saying, “Do as I say, not as I do.” That doesn’t really work does it? Lately we have had some politicians live by that motto. They gave various restrictions for their communities, but didn't live by them, themselves. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:25-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Instructions For Husband And Wife PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 31, 2023

This sermon explores the roles and responsibilities in marriage as guided by God's Word, emphasizing the importance of character and reverence in family life.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joyous day that the Lord has made and we are here, gathered in His name, ready to soak in His Word. It's a great privilege we have, to come together like this, to learn, to grow, to be transformed by the power of His Word. We are not here by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Topics: Submitting, Word Of God