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The Friend At Midnight

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 2, 2025

The parable is called "The Friend at Midnight," found in Luke 11:5-8. Through it, Jesus highlights the importance of persistence in prayer.

I. JESUS' PRAYER LIFE INSPIRES A REQUEST A. JESUS WAS PRAYING IN A SPECIFIC LOCATION - Luke 11:1a 1. The Gospels give us insights into Jesus' prayer habits: a. He rose early to pray alone - Mark 1:35 b. He often went to the wilderness to pray - Luke 5:16 c. He prayed all night before ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Following John's Example Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 3, 2025

We are called to shine the light of Christ to illumine the darkness of the world while living in expectation of the return of Jesus.

JOHN THE BAPTIST! IT WAS ISAIAH WHO PROPHESIED IN 40:3, “A VOICE OF ONE CALLING: “IN THE WILDERNESS PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD; MAKE STRAIGHT IN THE DESERT A HIGHWAY FOR OUR GOD.” NOW, 700 YEARS LATER, JOHN IS PROCLAIMING THE MESSAGE, “REPENT, FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN HAS COME NEAR…THEREFORE, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12, John 1:8, 2 Corinthians 5:20, John 1:4-5, 2 Timothy 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Finishing Well By Divine Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 17, 2025

This message emphasises that finishing well in life, faith, and destiny is only possible through consistent reliance on divine help rather than human strength.

FINISHING WELL BY DIVINE HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Zechariah 4:6-7 Key Verse: “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6) Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 7:8; Philippians 1:6; Psalm 127:1; Hebrews 12:1-2; 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Promise That Will Be Kept - Jeremiah 33:14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 22, 2025

There are moments in the Christian life when faith feels hardest—not when God says “no,” but when God appears silent. Discipleship is shaped not by speed, but by trust.

The Promise that will be kept - Jeremiah 33:14 Following Jesus When God’s Word Seems Delayed Jeremiah 33:14 (NLT): “The day will come,” says the LORD, “when I will do for Israel and Judah all the good things I have promised them.” INTRODUCTION: WHEN GOD’S PROMISES FEEL LATE There are moments in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-15, Numbers 23:19, Luke 1:32-33, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Hebrews 10:23, Acts 3:19-20, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Building Your Faith Series Faith Begins With A Foundation (Week 1)

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jan 20, 2026

Building on a solid foundation

Haggai 1:5–9 5. Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways. 6. Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye clothe you, but there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it into a bag ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

Securing Divine Help Through Patience And Waiting On God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2026

This message teaches how patience and waiting on God position believers to receive timely divine help, strength, and fulfilment of God’s promises.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH PATIENCE AND WAITING ON GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 Key Verse: “But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” — ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Standing Strong Amidst Trials SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Paul faced numerous challenges and spiritual battles. Despite the relentless attacks from hell, he remained steadfast, tearing down strongholds and liberating the oppressed. His story is a testament to enduring faith and resilience, reminding us that we too can stand strong amidst trials.

One of the things I really love about the Bible is when it gives us a deep look into the lives of its characters. One person who captures my attention is the Apostle Paul. Today, we will take a peek into his life and discover some valuable lessons. In this passage, Paul is on a ship as a prisoner, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:3-5

Topics: Faith, Resilience

Tear Down Evil Kingdoms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of God's word, encouraging believers to overcome fear, embrace challenges, and find hope in divine wisdom. Key

Good morning, dear friends. Today, we gather here, in this sacred space, with hearts full of hope and spirits yearning for wisdom. We come together to share a moment in time, a moment of unity and understanding. We are here to listen, to learn, and to grow in our faith. A. The first step in this ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Topics: Deliver, Yourself

Spiritual Deprivation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 21, 2024

The sermon explores how God's word and Spirit quench our spiritual thirst, renew us, and empower us to share His life-giving message with others.

Good morning, friends. It's such a joy to be with you today, to stand here in the presence of our loving God and share His word with you. There's a warmth in this place, a warmth that radiates from each one of you, reflecting the love of Christ that binds us all together. It's a warmth that reminds ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:3-4

Topics: Water, Flows

Breaking Barriers Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will explore the theme of unity and reconciliation between divided groups, using the conflict between Jews and Gentiles in the New Testament as a reference, and emphasizing the role of Jesus as the ultimate bridge builder.

Welcome church, I am so excited that you have come to worship with us today. Over the last few weeks we have been exploring our series called Bridge Builders. Using the bible as our blueprint and opening our spiritual toolbox to see that we have the right tools, we now look to the next step in our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Topics: Bridge Builders, Jewish-Gentile Relations, Unity In Christ

Sermon Series: Bridge Builders

Power Shifts - Alignment Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon series "Power Shifts" aims to explore the reasons behind the church's failure to fulfill the Great Commission, focusing on personal changes in attitude, actions, alignment, abundance, and anointing to help multiply the global Christian population.

A supposedly true story, took place off the coast of Newfoundland with the Canadian authorities. The event was chronicled in the following transcript: Naval ship: Please divert your course 15 degrees to the North to avoid a collision. Canadians: Recommend you divert YOUR course 15 degrees to the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Isaiah 28:23-29

Topics: Great Commission, Power Shifts, Spiritual Alignment

Sermon Series: Power Shifts

Let's Get Crazy Happy Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of true happiness as defined by God, emphasizing that it is often found in unexpected places and not through worldly experiences.

(Pastor, tell a story about a time you tried to find happiness in something ultimately unfulfilling). We all have these kinds of experiences, right? Where we are trying to make happiness happen through experiences, only to find out later that our attempt at happiness didn’t quite measure up. And on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12, Galatians 5:22-23

Topics: God's Happiness, Blessed Life, Fruitful Living

Sermon Series: Crazy Happy

Patient For The Harvest Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the parable of the weeds, emphasizing the importance of practicing faith through actions and patience, reflecting God's own patience and desire for all to come to repentance.

Hello Church! We’re going to look at a parable of Jesus today that highlights God’s supreme patience over our world. Why is God patient? Because He wants no one to perish, but everyone to come to repentance (2 Peter 3:9). We’re going to talk about this today. Let’s get started! What do you think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Topics: Patience, Faith Practice, Divine Mercy

What I See Happening To The Church In The 21st Century

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

Insights that I have about the Church and what is happening to the Church today.

WHAT I SEE HAPPENING TO THE CHURCH IN THE 21ST CENTURY By Jerry Falwell I. INTRODUCTION This sermon is the insight that I have about the Church and what is happening to the Church today. Not everything I will say is good, but these are the things I see happening. Many of these things will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Acts 5:28

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Thanks In Heaven

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 7, 2007

Considering the thanksgiving of saints in Heaven assists us to give thanks on earth.

REVELATION 11:15-18 GIVING THANKS IN HEAVEN “The seventh angel blew his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, saying, ‘The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign forever and ever.’ And the twenty-four elders who sit on their thrones ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15-18

Denomination: Baptist