Sermons on Lens:

The Quest For Power Vs. The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 5, 2025

Epiphany is not just a moment of clarity; it’s a summons to transformation. Let’s walk through this text with open hearts, asking, What does the birth of Jesus teach us about power, greed, and the true call of leadership?

Sermon Title: The Quest for Power vs. The Call of Christ Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Church, it’s the first Sunday of a brand-new year, and God has a message for us: Pay attention. Paying attention to what’s right in front of us—what’s under our noses—can be a life-changing act. We just wrapped the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Fool’s Gold - Worth Its Weight In Gold Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of valuing Godly wisdom and direction over worldly possessions, encouraging believers to seek what the Bible claims is more desirable than gold.

Good morning church! I’m excited to be with you this morning. Chances are, you decided to come today because you desire something from God. Maybe this week has been full of uncertainties which have caught you off guard. And now, you are simply seeking to cling to something greater than what this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:9-11

Topics: Godly Wisdom, Value System, Biblical Direction

Sermon Series: Fool's Gold

Who Threw That Rock?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 23, 2003

Seems there are a lot of critical rock throwers out there, if we can’t stop the rock throwing, we must learn to overcome the hurts.

WHO THREW THAT ROCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Acts 7: 54. When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. 55: but he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up steadfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39, Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Supremacy Of Christ Is Demonstrated In Our Christian Fellowship

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Nov 1, 2001

This sermon illustrates what the world should see in the fellowship of Christians.

The Supremacy of Christ is Demonstrated in Our Christian Fellowship Colossians 3:12-17 November 4, 2001 Intro: A. [Experiences of Mediocrity, Bob Russell, When God Builds a Church, Howard Publishing Co, 2000, pp 110-11] The experience for a first-time visitor in many … churches goes something ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Point Of Pain & Suffering Series

Contributed by Josh Reich on Jun 21, 2007

All of go through pain and suffering, but what is the point? How do you answer the question, "Why does God allow pain and suffering?"

Hey everyone. I’m Josh, one of the leaders here, and it is great to have you with us today. Happy Father’s day to all the Dad’s. It is really cool for me this weekend to have my Dad in town, so that is always nice. Let’s pray as we move on this morning. If you have your bibles, you can open ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passing With Flying Colors Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 16, 2010

In this sermon, we see that not only Joseph, but his brothers, pass the tests with flying colors. The thing that made the biggest difference in Joseph's life was his attitude.

Introduction: A. How many of you liked taking tests in school? Not many of us, I’m sure! B. The story is told of a football coach who walked into the locker room before a game, looked over to his star player and said, “I'm not supposed to let you play since you failed math, but we ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Heavenly Minded So We Can Be Of Earthly Good Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 23, 2010

John’s vision of the throne in chapters 4 and 5 is the model for our worship of God.

Most of us have probably heard it said that “those who are heavenly minded are of no earthly good.” But chapter 4 of Revelation shows us that just the opposite is true. Since we heard the entire passage read out loud just a moment ago, I’m not going to read the entire chapter ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With The Risen Christ

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 17, 2012

The account of Jesus' encounter with the two disciples on the road to Emmaus demonstrates how we can walk with the risen Christ in our day to day lives.

I read about a pastor who was given the honor of preaching at an important meeting of his denomination. Just before he was to start his sermon he was seen to be looking anxiously around the audience. The chairman whispered to him, "What’s the problem? Is there someone here who’s heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: Meeting Destiny

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 1, 2015

Message about Joseph and how his life is part of a bigger story.

Note: Andy Stanley's talk on Joesph at Catalyst Conferee 2004 had a big impact on this message. I had to share. Title: Joseph and the Process Theme: To show that many times our relationship with God is about a process and if we don’t give up on the process God will show us great and mighty ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Beholding The Glory Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 11, 2014

Despite the entire Gospel's truth & power, it remained hidden to most. Here the Apostle tells us why the Gospel is hidden to the lost & so clear to the saved.

2 CORINTHIANS 4:1-6 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] BEHOLDING THE GLORY Any of us who try to serve God in any way often have reasons for being discouraged. The awareness of our human limitations and our imperfections gnaw at our self-confidence. The indifference of people to whom we try to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Bridegroom Of Blood Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 13, 2009

Being "in" the Will of God doesn’t necessarily mean that we aren’t distracted by human concerns and relationships.

Personally, I have a lot of trouble with the theological term, “the permissive will of God.” We usually apply it whenever someone has done something wrong or merely made a foolish, but not deliberate, choice and then, God makes something good out of the human mess. My problem with the term is that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:18-26

Denomination: *other

In The Midst Of Adversity

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 10, 2009

A person that is in the midst of adversity learns that the Lord is working in their life for good even when there are adverse circumstances being faced.

IN THE MIDST OF ADVERSITY Philippians 1:12-21 Proposition: A person that is in the midst of adversity learns that the Lord is working in their life for good even when there are adverse circumstances being faced. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to realize that the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning Of Pains (Persecution & Preaching) - Mark 13:9-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Jesus shows us how every time you are mistreated, it is a golden opportunity … if you read the situation through the lenses of spiritual insight.

Mark 13:9 "You must be on your guard. You will be handed over to the local councils and flogged in the synagogues. On account of me you will stand before governors and kings as witnesses to them. 10 And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.11 Whenever you are arrested and brought ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13, Luke 21:12-18

Darwin’s Fables Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Sep 29, 2011

The life and predictions of Charles Darwin teach us alot about the mindset of modern science

11 For this reason God will send upon them a deluding influence so that they will believe what is false, 12 in order that they all may be judged who did not believe the truth, but took pleasure in wickedness. 1859: A book came out that changed the landscape of science, religion and the world. It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:11-12

This World Is Not My Home

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 9, 2015

John 11

THIS WORLD IS NOT MY HOME (JOHN 11:1-7) Here's what researchers in the Baltimore Longitudinal Study of Aging, in which more than 1,400 people from age 20 to 90 have been tracked since its inception in 1958, have observed: (1) Cardiovascular System: Heart muscle thickens and blood vessels stiffen ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible