Sermons on Jesus Our Substitute:

Sixth Sunday Of Easter/Mother’s Day--“I Have Called You Friends” John 15:15

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 7, 2021

By choosing active receptivity to the divine Friend, we think and feel the same way about reality and the world.

Contemporary friendship theorists suggest that within close friendships each party is receptive to being directed by the other. This includes friendship with Mom. E.g. According to the Knoxville News-Sentinel, Police Chief Phil Keith was in the middle of a televised city council meeting in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15, John 15:9-17

Denomination: Catholic

A Plea For Action Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 9, 2022

his Psalm is a prayer in which God’s inaction confounds the Psalmist against the wicked. Therefore, he beseeches God to Arise (v. 12) and lifts up his hand. Hence we could call this psalm A Plea For Action. There are many lessons to be learned from it:

I. WHEN GOD SEEMS FAR AWAY (v. 1) A. There are times in the life of the godliest Christians during which God seems afar off and as if He is hiding. 1. A Christian should not doubt his salvation b/c he goes through such times. 2. This will be distressing for Christians. It is not troubling that we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fire Of Anger Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Aug 7, 2023

Nebuchadnezzar allows his anger to take over.

At that time, certain Chaldeans came forward and accused the Jews. They first reminded King Nebuchadnezzar of his decree and the punishment that would come upon anyone who didn't worship the image. They claimed that certain Jews who were set over the affairs of the province of Babylon; ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-12

Why Can't I Sleep? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 27, 2024

From a biblical perspective, sleep is a gift from God, but there are hindrances that can prevent us from experiencing sound sleep.

Sleep is a fundamental aspect of human life, essential for physical and mental restoration. However, many people struggle with sleep, unable to get a good night's rest. From a biblical perspective, sleep is a gift from God, but there are hindrances that can prevent us from experiencing sound ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:2, Psalm 4:4

Beatitudes - True, Lasting Happiness

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 22, 2023

How can we find true, lasting happiness, blessedness? Let's find out in Matthew 5.

What are the secrets of happiness, not just fleeting merrymaking, but that true, permanent happiness, called blessedness? They are not really so secret, but found in the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12). Poor in Spirit Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 5:3 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline For 'the Plan For Salvation'

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 3, 2023

This outline or list of Scripture references was also written by hand on the lower portion of the paper from which I added the outline for an unknown sermon. This one has a title, and was preached on 2-17-2013 but I have no idea who preached this message or where.

Introduction: This outline or list of Scriptures was written, by hand, on the same slip of paper as the unknown sermon I sent earlier to Sermon Central. This time, in addition to the date, 2-17-13, the writer listed the title, “The Plan for Salvation”. The author and preacher of this message are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Hiding The Sin Will Not Help

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 23, 2024

It is recorded in Genesis 3 how man fell into sin, the covering of sin and the punishment for sin.

Hiding The Sin Will Not Help I. The DISOBEDIENCE Of Man 1. The TRICKERY of Satan a. Satan begins by casting DOUBT God's Word *verses 1-3, (his DECEPTION on God's DIRECTION) Now the serpent was more crafty than any of the wild animals the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joy And Pain

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 14, 2024

How are your current trials (pain) preparing you for not only what you need today (or tomorrow), but what others may need today (or tomorrow) as well? This is a quick devotional that will encourage believers to "reframe" their pain.

Joy and Pain What do the words joy and pain mean to us as believers? How is it that these words go together? James 1 is a place to start in considering these questions. “Dear brothers and sisters, when troubles of any kind come your way, consider it an opportunity for great joy. For you know ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3, Galatians 6:2, Romans 8:28

Why You Do Not See?

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 25, 2023

Now, now ,now… don’t think by just giving your tithes and offering, your job is over, God expects you to participate in His work.

Why you do not see? Isaiah 58:3 'Why have we fasted and You do not see? For those who do not know, just want to inform you about the upcoming 40 days of fasting which Christians also call it Lent days. I have watched many people, do fasting after fasting….well, good…but let us also examine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lord's Song Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

The Lord's Song

Psalm 147 The Lord's Song 1. A Song of Service The Call for service - 1 Praise ye the Lord: The Contentment in service - for it is good to sing praises unto our God; The Comfort from service - for it is pleasant; and praise is comely. 2. A Song of Sovereignty His Helping - 2 ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Hidden Mystery (Job 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 23, 2025

Do the wise really understand God?

Is God’s wisdom often a hidden mystery even to the wisest of us? Do simplistic answers reveal our ignorance? Let’s begin in Job 12. Did Job mock Zophar for talking down to him, for treating him as a joke? Job responded: Surely you are the people, and wisdom will die with you. I am also ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Sacrifice Of Love

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE SACRIFICE OF LOVE PROVES A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD (4:7 - 5:3) 1.

THE SACRIFICE OF LOVE PROVES A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD (4:7 - 5:3) 1. Two Arguments for Loving the Brethren (4:7-12) a. Based on God's Eternal Nature (:7-8) -- Love is Consistent with His Nature 1) Positively (:7) 2) Negatively (:8) b. Based on God's Historical Gift (:9-12) -- Love is Consistent ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Setbacks Or Springboards?

Contributed by David Aswat on Aug 1, 2005

To show that your sufferings are not merely Setbacks, but Springboards to knowing God.

I. INTRODUCTION PROP.: Our Sufferings are not merely Setbacks, they are Springboards to knowing God T/SENT.: By looking at Four[4] reasons why we SUFFER, we will see that our suffering is not merely Setbacks, but Springboards to Knowing God II.IT LEADS TO REDEMPTION [Job 42:7-9] - ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace Obedience Series

Contributed by Archie Norman on Apr 7, 2017

Grace is Still Amazing

Grace is available to empower our obedience, not excuse our disobedience I Samuel 15:22, Luke 8:21, James 1:22, Acts 5:29, Romans 6:16, I Peter 4:17, Ephesians 2:8-10 1. I acknowledge who I was, but embrace who I am 2. I emphasize relying on God not pleasing God 3. I put forth effort but God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

66 Gospels| Deuteronomy Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 20, 2017

The Gospel according to Deuteronomy

“Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.” ??Deuteronomy? ?6:4-5? ?ESV?? The Gospel is at the very essence, love. Our response to the Gospel and Gods challenge and commandment to us lies ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational