Sermons on Lightning:

Cancel Easter?

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 1, 2020

Especially for 2020. On the first Easter, Jewish power players tried to MANAGE they truth of the resurrection, to cancel Easter forever. The truth could not be canceled, because disciples saw the risen Lord. The guards were afraid, but both the angel and Jesus said, "Do not be afraid."

CANCEL EASTER? Matthew 27:61-28:15 (Revised in 2020, during the novel coronavirus, covid-19 church cancellations—can be easily modified) In the eyes of many people, Easter has been canceled this year. Church is online only. Easter egg hunts and family dinners are canceled. Malls are closed, and ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Second Coming

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 7, 2018

As Jesus spoke with the disciples during the Olivet Discourse, He revealed that He would surely come again. Many deny and reject it, but the Lord will return as He said.

The Second Coming Matthew 24: 23-31 Jesus has revealed much about the events leading up to His return and the difficulties associated with the Tribulation. Our text today focuses on the time when the Tribulation will be coming to an end and the Lord makes His glorious return to earth. His second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Throne Room

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 3, 2014

Heaven: a place of eternal rest and for so many filled with wonder and curiosity. If you are a believer in Christ, surely you've wondered at least once, "What will my first moments before the Throne be like?"

The Throne Room Revelation, Part 4, Revelation 4:1-11 (Ezekiel 1 also) Introduction - Over-arching theme: 2 Tim 4:2 says “Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.” -- We ought to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Woman And The Dragon

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 24, 2014

The woman represents Israel and the dragon is the coming kingdom of the Anti-Christ, but for us there is a call to action that every Christian MUST recognize and act on. The call is to SHARE the Gospel ... immediately!

The Woman and the Dragon Revelation, Part 16, Revelation 11:19-12:6 Introduction - Let me sum the purpose of the two witnesses in three small phrases: -- There’s a resurrection of life -- There’s a focus on worship -- There’s a promise to redeem - What does this say ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Points Us To The Prophet

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 1, 2015

God Points Us to THE Prophet 1) Jesus gives the ultimate revelation 2) Jesus provides ultimate mediation 3) Jesus deserves our ultimate attention

“The Prophet.” If that’s all I say, who do you suppose I’m talking about? Millions in the world, particularly in Arab countries as well as in places like Iran, Pakistan, and Indonesia, would say that I am talking about Muhammad, the founder of Islam. They claim that he is ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Do You Promise To Love, Honor And Cherish? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 7, 2015

Talk about the two roles in marriage: husband and wife (material adapted from: http://idcraleigh.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Ephesians-5.18-33idc.pdf and Andreas Kostenberger's book, God Marriage, and Family, chapter 3, Marriage in NT, pgs. 64- 75)

HoHum: Clint Eastwood- They say all marriages are made in heaven, but so are thunder and lightning. WBTU: Review and background for Ephesians 5:21-33 God designed marriage Vs. 31 we have heard a lot lately. Paul quotes from the Genesis account in Ephesians like Jesus did in Matthew 19. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why We Can't Stay Here

Contributed by Lt Gareth Macdonald on Jun 19, 2014

Looking at the Transfiguration and Peter's remark - it is good for us to be here. Why our Church must move forward to be what God calls us to be.

The Transfiguration – Matthew 17: 1 - 13 As an introduction to the message, here is a little background to the transfiguration. I was not fully aware of what it was and what it meant so just in case I am not the only one, here is that background. This is one of the most important, yet one of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

No Other Gods Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 16, 2014

“I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. “You shall have no other gods before me."

Dakota Community Church July 6, 2014 No Other Gods Summer Series at Dakota: The 10 Commandments Exodus 20:1-20 And God spoke all these words, saying, 2 “I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. 3 “You shall have no other gods ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20

Denomination: Mennonite

Prayer Against Enemy Attack Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 24, 2014

God will stay the course in the day of the enemies' attack and give you grace until truth and salvation finish.

Prayer Against Enemy Attack by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (July 24, 2014) “And David spake unto the LORD the words of this song in the day that the LORD had delivered him out of the hand of all his enemies and out of the hand of Saul” (II Samuel 22:1, King ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-51

Denomination: Friends

I Am: Holy Series

Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Jul 25, 2014

God wants you to get a revelation of who He is and to know Him. Revelation comes through His Word and experience with Him. We are transformed by His revealing character.

Series Foundation: Description: God wants you to get a revelation of who He is and to know Him. Revelation comes through His Word and experience with Him. We are transformed by His revealing character. Exodus 3:13-14 13 And Moses said unto God, Behold, when I come unto the children of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is In Control Of The Universe Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 10, 2014

God is in control of the universe and all of nature ... or is He??? When you look at the works of God from creation through history and on into destruction and re-creation it is easy to see the fingerprints of God all over the place!

God is in control - or is He really? Over the this Sunday and the next two we’ll be examining this question in detail. Today - God is in control of the earth, planets, stars, etc. Next Sunday - God is in control of the nations Two weeks from today - God is in control of you and me So, is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

The Resurrection Of Jesus Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 19, 2014

After Jesus was resurrected and ascended to Heaven, the Bible tells us that the Disciples went out and preached the Gospel. Our challenge today as we conclude our Mark series is simple: "What will we do with the truth now that we have heard it?"

The Resurrection of Jesus Mark 16:1-20 - Reminder, final msg in Mark, Wed Oct 22, will be “open forum” style - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Today we conclude our Mark series (approximately 17 weeks) - On Sunday we saw the final day of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Holy Nature

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

WHAT DOES HOLY MEAN? WE LOOK AT HOW SCRIPTURE DESCRIBES GOD'S HOLY NATURE

The Nature of God – Holiness Revelation 4:2-11 2 And immediately I was in the spirit: and, behold, a throne was set in heaven, and one sat on the throne. 3 And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:2-11

Denomination: Church Of God

Changed In A Flash!

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 7, 2014

Paul's incredible expereince that changed his life, and others.

As we begin this message we need to look at this man named Saul. He was: 1)Very religious – blameless according to the Law of Moses, a Pharisee among Pharisees, very zealous for the faith of his fathers and absolutely convinced that he was doing the Will of God. 2)Rich Heritage – a Jew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Able To See Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 13, 2013

To show that we need to see everyone forgiven from their sins.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you able to see JESUS? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to see everyone forgiven from their sins. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 2:9 (Amplified Bible) 2:9 But we are able to see Jesus, Who was ranked lower than the angels for a little while, crowned ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9

Denomination: Pentecostal