Sermons on Layers:

Celebration Farewell Retirement Banquet

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Dec 8, 2021

This is the speech I gave at my retirement banquet sharing my personal testimony of coming to the Lord & being thankful.

Celebration Farewell Retirement Banquet 12/5/2021 1 Thessalonias 5:1-24 Romans 12:12-16 I want to say thank you for all of you coming to be with me in this time of celebration. Thank you to the members of the Celebration/Anniversary Team that made all of this possible. Thank you my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-24, Romans 12:12-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Give You Rest

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 10, 2022

Not the people around you or with you but it is only the presence of God that would give you rest.

I will give you Rest Psalm 116:7”Return to your rest, O my soul, For the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.” Early one morning while I was reading the Bible , this scripture spoke to me really deep! Really deep! You got to actually read the entire chapter to understand the feelings of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dinah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 16, 2022

The Tribe of Levi would demonstrate their absolute commitment to Moses' leadership by killing all the people involved in idol worship, but their anger was misdirected.

Dinah Dinah is the seventh child and only daughter of Jacob and Leah. Shechem asked his father to attain Dinah as a wife for him. At this time in history, it is not unusual for marriages to be arranged in this manner. Here, Hamor is making the arrangements for the marriage between Shechem and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:31

Denomination: Baptist

Unbind Him

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 18, 2025

Jesus calls the dead to life; the church removes the grave clothes. Revival begins when love sets the living truly free.

“Unbind Him and Let Him Go” The crowd gasped. What they saw could not be explained, only believed. Lazarus stood there blinking in the daylight of mercy, wrapped head to toe in the fabric of his own funeral. He was alive—but still bound. And Jesus said, “Unbind him, and let him go.” I love ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4, John 11:43-44, John 5:28-29, Ephesians 1:19-20, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Shepherds After God’s Own Heart

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025

A message addressing pastors and leaders during a pastoral/leadership conference.

INTRODUCTION: Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, fellow laborers in the vineyard of the Lord—what a joy it is to gather in this sacred assembly. This leadership banquet is not merely a meeting of minds, but a convergence of hearts called by God to shepherd His people. Today, I want to speak to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Wells Are You Drinking From? (Updated Version)

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 19, 2025

A sermon about finding Real Life.

“What Wells are You Drinking From?” John 4:4-18, 25-30, 39-42 She has a history. Things done and some left undone, some good some not so good. Guilts and regrets. Fears. Wounds and sorrows. And secrets too. Most commentaries and interpretations down through the ages take it for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: United Methodist

The Gift Of Now PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, emphasizing the importance of understanding life's seasons and trusting in God's perfect timing.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in faith, love, and hope. We stand on the threshold of a new day, a new week, a new opportunity to experience the unfathomable richness of God's grace. And in this sacred space, we are invited to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Topics: Living For God

Fire Next Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024

This sermon explores Revelation 18, urging us to heed God's warnings, prepare for Christ's return, and understand the consequences of spiritual unpreparedness.

Good morning, beloved family. It's such a joy to see each one of you here today, gathered in unity and love, as we seek to understand the Word of God more deeply together. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of Revelation, specifically chapter 18. A chapter filled with imagery and ...read more

Topics: Second Coming, Christ

Jesus' Last Words PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of God's love and mercy, seeking wisdom and insight from a seemingly sorrowful Scripture in the book of Matthew.

Good morning, beloved congregation. There's a warmth in the air today, a palpable sense of shared faith and mutual understanding. We gather here, not as individuals, but as a collective body, united by our love for God and our shared commitment to walk in His ways. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:25

Topics: Never Forsaken

Let Go Of Lazarus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores faith in Jesus Christ through the narrative of Lazarus' resurrection, emphasizing the power of faith in overcoming death and finding freedom.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It is a joy to be standing here before you today, united in our love for God and His Word. We gather here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound by the love of Christ, eager to draw closer to Him. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: John 11:41-44

Topics: Faith

Called To Serve: "why Volunteering Matters To God" Series

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jan 5, 2026

Jesus — the Savior of the world — modeled the ultimate servant life. Which means if we’re following Him, serving isn’t an option.

Mark 10:42-45 42 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, 44 and whoever ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Other

Jesus Is Our Door PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023

This sermon aims to explore and understand the profound message in John 10:7-10; 10-16, emphasizing that Jesus Christ is our Door to eternal life and our Good Shepherd who knows and guides us.

Good morning, church family. What a joy it is to gather together as we dive into the heart of the Gospel. Our sermon today is drawn from the Gospel of John. We will be exploring the profound message from John 10:7-10; 10-16, where our Savior Jesus Christ proclaims Himself as the Door through which ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, John 10:10-16

Topics: Jesus Love, Security, Divinity

Determining To Please Him In Every Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 13, 2023

Encourages believers to live in faith, understand obedience, and strive to please God in all circumstances, guided by His word and the Holy Spirit.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. It's a joy to be here with you today. We stand on the edge of a new day, ready to step into the light of God's word. We are here, not by chance, but by the grace and love of our Lord. Our passage today comes from 2 Corinthians 5:9. It says, "So we make it our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9

Topics: Obedience

What Is Your King? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon encourages understanding and living under Christ's reign, emphasizing the importance of serving others as a reflection of serving Christ, our King.

Good morning, dear friends. We are here today, gathered as a family in faith. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow. We are here to understand more about our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to understand His role in our lives and how we can live under His reign. G.K. Chesterton ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Topics: Christ, King

A Band-Aid Or A Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores how God's transformative love turns our burdens into blessings, leading to true healing and growth in our spiritual journey.

Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It is a joy to be gathered here today, united in our love for the Lord and our desire to understand His Word. It’s a beautiful day to seek wisdom, to find solace, and to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the book of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Topics: Greatest Gift, All