Sermons on Interruption:

For God Took Him

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 9, 2002

This sermon teaches the joyful end of a faith filled relationship with God.

Introduction: The bible records a long list of men who lived and died. But suddenly the list is interrupted by a man whose end is described this way; "For God Took Him." Death did not take him. Sickness did not take him. Old age did not take him. Time did not take him. Deterioration and decadence ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:21-24, Genesis 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit keeps us flexible by reminding us to remain humble while trusting the Lord for our direction. David wrote, "He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them His way. (Psa. 25:9 How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:4

How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Remain Flexible (Matt 26:42) Illustration:Leadership in the local church should be determined by spirituality, not notoriety. Tony Evans. Illustration:Back in 1934, when the Cunard line was getting ready to name its greatest ocean liner, the consensus was that it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Are They That Mourn Series

Contributed by Don Jones on Feb 2, 2008

The message deals with 1. The Cause of Mourning, 2. The Blessedness of Mourning, and 3. The Comfort in Mourning.

"Blessed are they that mourn" Matthew 5:4 Introduction "Blessed are they that mourn, for they will be comforted" Webster’s Dictionary defines mourning as; "a sorrowing or lamenting; specifically the expression of grief at someone’s death". To mourn means, "to feel or express sorrow for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Baptist

Fove Ways To Help Your Marriage

Contributed by Gary Osteen on Dec 11, 2009

There are many ways to improve your marriage. Here are five simple things everyone can do. Many times these things are forgotten or we get so busy that we don’t think about doing something to help our mate. Here are five.

Five Things To help you Marriage Although there are many ways to improve your marriage, this list of five things you can do to improve your marriage is centered around major red flag issues that can tear your marriage apart: Lack of respect for one another Lack of time with each other Lack of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Benefits Of Meditation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 17, 2018

There is a link between mediation and attentional functions and cognitive flexibility instead of giving an automatic response. Often we best represent the presence of Christ not just in moments of scheduled ministry.

16B In the Catholic Church, an officiating priest or deacon says, "The Lord be with you" and the congregation responds by saying, "And with thy spirit." However, an older, recently outdated, response from the congregation used to be, “And also with you". So there was a Catholic priest who always ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Catholic

When God Blocks You For Your Own Good Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

Sometimes, the greatest blessings from God are not the doors He opens but the ones He shuts.

WHEN GOD BLOCKS YOU FOR YOUR OWN GOOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 29 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, Proverbs 16:9, Psalm 37:23-24, Isaiah 30:21, Revelation 3:7 INTRODUCTION: Sometimes, the greatest blessings from God are not the doors He opens but the ones He shuts. In 1 Samuel ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Weep Not

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

The story of the widow of Nain is a reminder that no situation is beyond the reach of Jesus.

WEEP NOT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 7:11-15 "And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her, and said unto her, Weep not." – Luke 7:13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5, Isaiah 61:3, John 11:35-44, Revelation 21:4 INTRODUCTION Life is full of challenges that can bring ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Do You Know What Time It Is?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Now is the time to step up and hear God's voice calling us to surrender our lives to His service.

Do You Know What Time It Is? Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 The next three weeks are a crucial time for us as individuals and for us as a church. I believe that one of the greatest hindrances to the building of the Body of Christ in our country today is the lack of passion on behalf of men and women for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Calls, Say, "Yes” Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 31, 2021

A look at the call of Moses, comparing to our own need to say "Yes" when God calls us to do...anything.

Intro: The following excuses are from a collection of excuses that have actually been turned in at school: • "Ralph was absent yesterday because he had a sore trout." • "Please excuse Joyce from P.E. for a few days. Yesterday she fell off a tree and misplaced her hip." ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary: God Looks On The Heart Series

Contributed by Donald Marsh on Feb 22, 2008

When we look at the nativity, who are the characters that capture our attention? This series looks at the characters of the incarnation record. This message focuses on Mary and the implied application of her experience to our lives.

TITLE: "Mary: God Looks On The Heart" TEXT: Matthew 1:16-25; Luke 1:26-28 INTRODUCTION: Every one of us has moments in our lives that determine our destinies. Sometimes we don’t realize those moments until they are gone and irretrievable. Mary had several moments like that in her life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:16-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is In The House!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 5, 2018

When we invite Jesus to be in our midst some amazing things will happen! Things like receiving new insights and knowledge. Things like knowing that Jesus is the True Son of God, the Holy One Things like People experiencing True Freedom

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28 Title: Jesus Is In The House! Anytime we invite Jesus to be in our midst some amazing things will happen! I. Things like receiving new insights and knowledge. II. Things like knowing that Jesus is the True Son of God, the Holy One III. Things like People ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28, Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Denomination: Nazarene

That Was Then, This Is Now

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jun 9, 2005

God is able to make an immediate and positive change in our lives.

Rev. Wayne A. Lawson, M.Min First Baptist Church, Ardmore, OK http://firstbaptistok.org/ pastor@firstbaptistok.org (Preached Sunday, May 29, 2005) Scripture: Acts 8:3 / 9:1-2 / 9:17-28 8:3. As for Saul, he made havock of the church, entering into every house, and haling men and women ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Launch Out

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 27, 2007

Our handling of the trials and tribulations we encounter in life is a direct reflection of our faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Text: When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch” (Luke 5:4). How many of you have ever gone fishing? I am one who likes to fish. As a little fellow, my father would take me fishing in the reservoirs between the hills of Southern ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Problem With Stoning

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 10, 2011

Whatever her condition and whatever she had already gone through that morning, she was completely disgraced and exposed in front of all these people and this great Teacher and miracle worker named Jesus.

TITLE: THE PROBLEM WITH STONING SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 8:1-11 I have dealt with some challenging issues inside the church as well as outside the church the past few weeks as it pertains to why there are so many struggles within the local church today. Rev. Lawson on this past Wednesday evening ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Call Upon Me

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jul 9, 2010

Those of us who seek God and His righteousness will find it.

Text: “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13). Introduction: Our Scripture reading this morning has to do with prayer. Prayer was extremely important in Jesus’ life. This was his means of communicating with his Father. This was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian Church