Sermons on launch into the deep:

Strong Winds On Deep Waters

Contributed by Ken Alford on Aug 3, 2001

The Storm Jesus Calmed provides three indisputable themes that demonstrate that IT REQUIRES REAL FAITH AND NOT MERE PRETENSE TO FOLLOW THE LORD THROUGH STRONG WINDS ON DEEP WATERS.

Lessons from Storms in the Bible #5 -- July 29, 2001-- AM STRONG WINDS ON DEEP WATERS -- The Storm Jesus Calmed -- Luke 8:22-25 INTRODUCTION: (1) Jim Nicodem took his two youngest kids to the Batavia quarry. It has a beautiful sand beach with shallow water. [Anyone can play in the shallow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3 - Deep Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Sep 23, 2019

The incredible story of Jonah and the depth of God's grace

Grace Community Church, Winchester VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message at: https://youtu.be/pXQsyXd0fAw God’s grace can come in ways we least expect and take on forms that appear imposing, like a whale swallowing you up. Grace is often comforting but bringing you to a place of comfort may ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

How Deep The Father's Love Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 28, 2018

The starting line of the journey of Getting Better at what Jesus said matters - is the Father’s love. There are 5 things I want to say about the Father’s love this morning.

How Deep The Father’s Love… #GettingBetter In Ephesians 4 we read these powerful alive and active words penned by Paul and breathed by God 2000 years ago… (stand) 4 When I think of all this Now Paul has been writing to them about… • God’s grace • The spreading of the Gospel • The purpose of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding A Deeper Life Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Sep 15, 2009

Pt 5 of the series deals with finding a deeper spiritual life. Success as a Christian cannot be found in superficial sprituality.

The Secrets to Successful Living Pt 5 – Finding a Deeper Life Ephesians 3:14 – 4:3 We started several weeks ago talking about this idea of success and the Christian. We’ve talked about idea’s of changing our measure of success, keeping Christ central to life, Boundaries and Balance and last we ...read more

Denomination: *other

You Ask A Hard Thing?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 12, 2019

Do we seek the DOUBLE PORTION of God's Spirit? What does the double portion cost? We must consider the lesson of settling for less than the best? Temporal or Eternal? Do we desire the MANTLE OF GOD?

YOU ASK A HARD THING! THE MANTLE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (2 Part lesson) Mantle: a covering, a loose piece of clothing without sleeves, worn over clothes, cloak, the earth’s covering… Never forget 2 times 0= 0. At least 6 times in the Bible the refers to the DOUBLE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:20-21, 2 Kings 2:9, 2 Kings 2:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Get Out Of The Water

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 30, 2024

Waters have throughout antiquity been a scary endeavor especially the ocean its deep, dark, and dangerous. God has been telling people to get out of the waters or our sinfulness.

John 6:16-21 Get out of the Waters 1. Jesus comforts his disciples on the Sea of Galilee by saying, “It is I; do not be afraid.” But is that what he really said? • The Sea is Deep, Dark, and deadly • That’s what many people think of the ocean, • There are many Scary Movies such as The ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Methodist

Prince Philip's Psalm Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

Prince Philip's Psalm

Psalm 107:21 - 43 Prince Philip's Psalm 21 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! 22 And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing. Pictures of Helplessness - The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:21-43

Denomination: Holiness

Knowing God Beyond The Surface Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025

Knowing God goes beyond acknowledging His existence or understanding Him superficially. It’s a lifelong journey of seeking, experiencing, and growing in an intimate relationship with Him.

KNOWING GOD BEYOND THE SURFACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:10 “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death.” Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 9:23-24 John 17:3 Hosea 6:3 Psalm 103:7 Daniel 11:32 James ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10, Jeremiah 9:23-24, John 17:3, Psalm 103:7, Daniel 11:32, James 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Importance Of Deep Roots"

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Apr 28, 2003

We want Jesus to be our buddy rather than our Lord. In short . . . many are unprepared for a serious (and I might add, joyful) endeavor into the things of God.

"The Importance of Deep Roots" HHM Pastor Jim Parisi April 27, 2003 This morning I talk to you about Cultivating Deep roots. We’ve talked about going into the world to build relationships; we’ve talked about reaching those we come in contact with the words of truth. We must grow and we must ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Hurts Run Deep Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Oct 29, 2002

Sermon based upon the book of Philemon. Illustrates the plight of Philemon to forgive Onesimus and how Paul aided in the process.

Read the Book of Philemon I Onesimus A. Name means "Useful" - But wasn’t very useful B. Slave of Philemon 1. Unlike slaves in America 2. Slaves were more like employees 3. Often were paid C. Caused Philemon to lose some money 1. Criminal intent - Money ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Deep Freeze And The Quick Thaw

Contributed by George Casady on Mar 18, 2002

With the bold promises of science and technology will we still believe that Jesus Christ alone holds the power of resurrection.

The Deep Freeze and the Quick Thaw Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies, and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” John 11:25-26 Do you believe in Jesus’ resurrection power? There are many folks ...read more

Scripture: John 11:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Mile Wide And An Inch Deep Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 14, 2007

31st in a series on Ephesians. Paul gives Christians some instruction on how to avoid a faith with no depth.

Artemus Ward, an early American humorist, once described the South Platte River in northeast Colorado as “a mile wide and an inch deep”. It would be a considerable river, he mused, if it were turned on its side. Unfortunately, Ward’s description of the South Platte River could just as easily be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

How Deep Is My Well

Contributed by William Ellis on Sep 29, 2005

Living water comes from a place deeper than… any drill can excavate, any talent can imitate, any devil can duplicate, any emotions can replicate, any mind can fabricate

Intro: Many of us as Christians find ourselves in an emotional vacuum • We look for God to move the same way He has moved for us in the past… • If he used a sling and a stone to defeat the enemy then we need to send our boys in Iraq a sling shot and tell them to lay down those pesky guns! • If the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

How Deep Is Your Love

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2006

Are you willing to follow Christ even at the exspense of losing your family?

How Deep is Your Love? Matthew 10:34-42 Text v.34 In V.34 Jesus say’s Don’t think that I came to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace ,but a sword. i.e. I came to kill some things , to cut up some things, I came to fight, I came to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Going Deep And Getting Close Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004

4th of 4 on Friendship with God. How to get deep and close to God. The secret is not as hard as you may think.

Going Deep and Getting Close 1 Thess 5:16-18 16 Always be joyful. 17 Pray continually, 18 and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus. Paul writes to Christians in Thessalonica and encourages them to "pray without ceasing". This kind of prayer is less about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ