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Launching Into The Deep

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 5, 2026

Christ calls weary believers to leave safe shallows behind and trust Him anew, discovering growth, purpose, and fruitfulness through obedient faith.

My message this morning comes from the Scripture that was just read — Luke 5. It’s a familiar passage. Most of us have heard it many times. We know how the story goes. Fishermen become fishers of men. Nets that were empty suddenly overflow. Ordinary work becomes holy calling. But familiarity can ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-14, Colossians 2:6-7, Ephesians 4:1-3, Philippians 3:13-14, Luke 5:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Activities Of John The Baptist Series

Contributed by Jaeyoun Chang on Jan 11, 2026

The ministry of Jesus Christ with John the Baptist testifying about Jesus Christ.

Introduction The coming of the Son of God to this world in human form is a decisive event in saving sinners. Anyone who believes in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, will be saved and will go to heaven, but if anyone rejects and does not believe in Jesus Christ, he or she will be eternally destroyed. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ruleigion

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 13, 2026

Jesus confronts rule-based righteousness by restoring the heart of God’s law—mercy, life, and grace centered in Himself.

Before we turn to Matthew chapter 12, I want to share a new word with you. Are you ready? Here it is: Ruleigion. Not religion — rule-igion. I didn’t invent this word — it was coined by Joshua Harris from Covenant Reformed Church in Hagerstown, Maryland — but it names something Jesus confronts ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6, Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

In Christ At Colossae Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 17, 2026

Colossians 1:1-2 teaches us that God wants believers to embrace their holy identity as one family resting in his blessings.

Introduction If you are on Facebook, you are inundated with advertisements. One of the ads that pops up in my feed is about a man who seems to be about my age and weight. He says he is going to try a specific program as his workout regimen. Next, there is a picture of him with astonishing abs, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

We Must Care About The Lost And Reach Them Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Jan 26, 2026

This is sermon #4 in our series "At theCore"

Anybody here ever lose something? Maybe it was your wallet, or a set of keys. Some of you lose your glasses only to find out that they are actually on top of your head. Am I preaching to anyone today? I remember I was in the 7th grade at Brazil Jr High School and I lost my nylon Velcro wallet. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

The Gog War Again – The United States Fleet In The Middle East – Current Happenings In Iran Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2026

The Middle East is a potential power keg with chaos in Iran and the U S carrier fleet possibly involved. We look at the wrong teaching on the Gog/Magog war; the fate of Iran; what the carrier fleet might do; Israel’s restoration; the kings from the east; what does this mean for Christians?

THE GOG WAR AGAIN – THE UNITED STATES FLEET IN THE MIDDLE EAST – CURRENT HAPPENINGS IN IRAN As I write this, the world is wondering about the United States fleet in the Middle East. The Abraham Lincoln carrier Group is positioning itself around Iran. No one knows the outcome of all that, not ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 39:21-26, Ezekiel 39:18-20, Revelation 19:17-18, Ezekiel 39:29, Ezekiel 39:21-29, Zechariah 12:2-4, Zechariah 14:1-4, Revelation 16:12, Revelation 16:13-14, 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4, Matthew 16:1-3, Matthew 25:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking Iin The Wrong Place

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 30, 2026

We don’t need to look at Rome or some European nation for the End-Times Prophecies to be fulfilled because the Revived Roman Empire, the Harlot of Revelation, Mystery Babylon is America.

Looking in the Wrong Place By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENNING: - There is a story of a person we will call Lee that lost a very valuable coin and was looking for this coin outside in the front yard. When Lee’s friend named Bub came by and said what are you doing. Lee said I lost this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:8-13

Denomination: Apostolic

Sisters Embracing Sisters SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 22, 2023

Encourage and build each other up

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today under the banner of love, unity, and the shared belief in our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to celebrate, to learn, and to grow in our faith together. Today, we are going to focus on a theme that is as beautiful as it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Topics: Satisfied And Empowered In Christ

Always Rejoicing! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores the power of constant prayer, rejoicing, and gratitude in all circumstances, as a means to strengthen our connection with God.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is always a joy to gather together in God's presence, isn't it? To come together as one body, united in our faith, our hope, and our love for our Savior. It is here, in this sacred space, that we can find solace, strength, and sustenance for our souls. Today, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24

Topics: Rejoice, Season

The Seven Churches: Smyrna PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2025

Jesus knows our suffering, calls us to courageous faithfulness amid trials, and promises eternal life to those who endure with Him.

Some of us walked in today with hearts that feel threadbare. Bills stack up. Doctors call back. Friends pull away. Tears fall in the dark, and worries pace the floor at 3 a.m. You wonder, Does Jesus see this? Does He know my name? Does He care about my pain? Smyrna asked the same questions. They ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Topics: Smyrna, Church, Persecution

Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

God’s grace seeks out the forgotten, restores dignity, and welcomes us as beloved family, giving us a permanent place at His table.

Have you ever felt forgotten? Not ignored for an afternoon, but tucked away behind the clutter of life—like your name somehow got lost between bills and to-do lists, between setbacks and sin, between who you were and who you fear you’ve become. Maybe you know that ache. Maybe you’ve heard that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Topics: Mephibosheth, Kindness, Covenant

Horoscopes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2025

Trust God’s clear guidance in His Word, not counterfeit sources, because He lovingly leads, protects, and calls us to wholehearted dependence on Him.

Friend, take a breath. The God who hung the stars knows your name, counts your cares, and cares about your choices. In a world buzzing with predictions and personality tests, with headlines and horoscopes that promise to point the way, our Father offers something far better: His clear, kind, steady ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10-14

Topics: Horoscopes, Truth, Biblical View

Let's Make A Deal: The Story Of Jacob Series

Contributed by Charles Holt on Apr 13, 2001

Part two of a Bible study on the life of Jacob, his vision in the night as he fled from Esau.

A Bible Study by Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com LET’S MAKE A DEAL: The Story of Jacob Part Two If you think that what I have been talking about so far is way beyond reality, that it is in fact a wild ride into Fantasy Land, nice in theory but totally impractical ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Ready-Break"

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 15, 2004

TODAY – I want to talk about a dream… AND – it’s not a dream about; Model T’s, air planes, financial security - or the Super Bowl – it’s a dream about the church….

“Ready – Break!” If you have your bibles I want to read several passages of Scripture that will kind of serve as a foundation for our study today… The LORD had said to Abram, "Leave your country, your people and your father’s household and go to the land I will show you. "I will make you into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Came To Repalce Rules With Relationships Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 10, 2003

As we continue in our series, What Jesus Came To Do, we are going to look at the awesome truth – that Jesus came to replace rules with relationships….

He Came To Replace Rules W/Relationships What Jesus Came To Do – part two QUESTION – who here likes rules….? We have rules at home…. Wash your hands before you eat Take off your shoes before you come into the house Don’t touch the thermostat Ask before you eat There are rules at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ