Sermons on Lions:

Grace For The Guilty Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 13, 2025

God’s grace reaches into human failure, transforming guilt and scandal into redemption; His mercy writes straight through the crooked lines of sin.

(Tamar of Genesis 38) Introduction – Two Women, One Story of Grace There are two women in Scripture who share the same name — Tamar. Both are Jewish. Both are royalty. Both are caught in situations that would make most people turn away in discomfort. And yet, both are part of God’s redemptive ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1, 2 Samuel 13:1-22, Matthew 1:3, John 8:1-11

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Building Quality (1 Kings 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 19, 2025

Are we building quality Christian lives or lazy workmanship? Let's look at 1 Kings 7.

What things for the Temple were crafted in bronze, silver and gold? Were they idols or mere decoration? Are we building quality Christian lives that give God glory? Let’s review 1 Kings 7. Did Solomon also build for himself a house in Jerusalem and a forest house? But Solomon was building his own ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Baptized To Go And Bear Fruit

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

A church had purchased a new grand piano. Not a baby grand but one of the large grand pianos. The only way to get the piano into the Sanctuary was by taking out the back windows and raising the piano over thirty feet into the air.

Baptized to Go and Bear Fruit “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit--fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.” John 15:16 Intro: A church had purchased a new grand piano. Not a baby grand but one of the large ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Samson: A Case Study Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 28, 2025

Samson chosen even before the birth and ordained for a special purpose. He was filled with power of the spirit at the save time with power of sexual urges. A constant struggle. Finally who son the battle spirit of flesh?

Theme: “Samson- A case study of holiness.” Text: Judges 13-16 (13:25,14:6,19,16:18-21) Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Introduction: The character of Samson is a good case study for the sensitivity of the Holy Spirit. Samson was a muscle man but weak in sex. Samson ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

Who Am I? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

This sermon explores how our identity in Christ influences our actions and cultivates our dependence on God, using Daniel's story as a guiding example.

Good morning, beloved family of God. What an absolute joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, united by our shared faith and the boundless love of our Savior. As we come together today, we find ourselves on the cusp of a new week, fresh with possibilities and ripe with opportunities for ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-2

Topics: Exile, Identity, God

Biblical Prayer

Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 29, 2000

Sermon on the difference between active and passive prayer.

INTRODUCTION. A. Importance of prayer. B. Some ask question: "What is Biblical prayer?" THE TWO TYPES OF PRAYER: ACTIVE & PASSIVE. A. Passive prayer is internal prayer. Active prayer is done with the mouth. B. I used to believe that all prayer was to be done with the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Davids Secret Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

What made a shepherd boy a giant slayer and the greatest king that Israel ever had? The answer to that is what will enable us to become great as well.

Youngest: little, least, smallest, insignificant, unimportant, lothe, to feel a loathing, to detest KEEPETH: To Keep is to be in charge of or responsible for. Grounds-keeper, Zoo-keeper, House-keeper, Jail-keeper, Keep= watch over, provide for, limitations, control, bridle, restrain, Here was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, 1 Samuel 16:1-16, 1 Samuel 16:1-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holiness That Is Beautiful

Contributed by Mark D. Stetler on Mar 23, 2003

I. THE BEAUTY OF A HOLY LIFE II. THE BEAUTY OF HOLY SPEECH III. THE BEAUTY OF A HOLY DISPOSITION IV. THE HIGH PURPOSE OF THE BEAUTY OF HOLINESS:THE WORSHIP OF GOD!

HOLINESS THAT IS BEAUTIFUL 1 Chronicles 16:29 Outline by Kenneth Trent Mark D. Stetler, January 5, 2003 p.m. Parkway Church of God (Holiness) “Give to the Lord the glory due His name; Bring an offering and come before Him. Oh, worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.” I Chronicles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:29

Denomination: Church Of God

A Knock At Midnight Series

Contributed by Alex Shepherd on Dec 13, 2003

we often think we should only ask God once, but there is a record that shows the need for persisent prayer

A KNOCK AT MIDNIGHT LUKE 11: 5—8 Introduction….Prayer is perhaps the most important arsenial the christian has at his / her disposal. This message is a continuation of the sermon I preached on the power of prayer. So you could call this message the power of prayer part 2. this message deals with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Life Of Samson

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2001

What can we learn from Samson?

NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF SAMSON The circumstances of his birth. 1. Israel had done evil in the sight of God and were under the domination of the Philistines for 40 years. 2. This was a usual cycle for Israel. a. Sin b. Servitude c. Sorrow d. Salvation The family of Samson 1. Manoah was the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian & Temptation Series

Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 16, 2005

We all struggle with temptations in differing forms. Let’s spend a few moments allowing James to share with us his appraoch to being overcomers.

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “The Christian and Temptation” (James 1:13-18) Introduction:  Recall story of Daniel and the Lion’s den…  One of the greatest challenges of living the Christian life is trying to overcome temptations  We have it tough – (it is not easy being ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Turkish Delight, Christmas Sorrow

Contributed by Vincent Leoh on Dec 4, 2005

Our greatest struggle in life is SIN Our greatest need is FORGIVENESS So God sent us a SAVIOR

NARNIA: TURKISH DELIGHT, CHRISTMAS SORROW (Mat. 2:1-18) Movie: NARNIA: THE LION, THE WITCH, AND THE WARDROBE It is a Christmas story. It also illuminates the crucifixion of Christ in this dramatic, moving, and breathtaking story of salvation Narnia, the world beyond the wardrobe, is about the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Promise Of His Presence

Contributed by Colin Coombs on May 13, 2006

‘Jehovah Shammah’-‘The Lord Is There’. What an encouragement for the believer to know the presence of the Lord continually.

The Promise of His Presence Matthew 1:23 "The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel"— which means, "God with us." I. HIS PRESENCE IS PROMISED John 14:20 & 23 On that day you will realise that I am in my Father, and you are in me, and I am in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcoming Fear Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 27, 2000

Suggestions on overcoming fear with faith

OVERCOMING FEAR There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. (1 John 4:18) Introduction: Fear: Is it good or bad? ·(Psa 56:3) When I am afraid, I will trust in you. ·(Prov 29:25) Fear of man ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Baptist

7 Steps To Victory

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 2, 2005

Acrostic of word "VICTORY" outlines the 7 points. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

7 Steps to Victory I Cor. 15:57 These 7 points spell VICTORY! *Vigilance 1 Peter 5:8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour: Romans 13:14 But put ye on the Lord Jesus Christ, and make not provision for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57

Denomination: Baptist