Sermons on Mature Elders:

The Prodigal's Father Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 27, 2018

The father maintains his love equally with both sons.

One time a little boy was asked to define Father’s Day and he said, “Its just like Mother’s Day, only you don’t spend as much on the present.” Erma Bombeck in her usual humorous way wrote the following about fathers, “When I was a kid a father was like a light in the refrigerator. Everybody’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

"i Will Be Diligent: Part 2" Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 23, 2020

The man of God is to not follow trends, fads, feelings, what people would like to hear, or preach messages that make them feel "good", but instead preach the Gospel without compromise or apology and to stay committed no matter what happens.

The previous message based on 2 Timothy began with the definition of diligence. It means being constant in your efforts, finish what you started, stay committed to the task and not quit or become distracted. Preparation and thought are a part of this process. Never start anything without going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Corinthians 5:10, 2 Peter 1:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Lion Who Is The Lamb Is Worthy Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Apr 2, 2015

The Throne and The Lamb, part 7 Revelation 5:1-14

The Throne and The Lamb, part 7 The Lion Who is the Lamb is Worthy Revelation 5:1-14 November 23, 2014 We are in the middle of a series on Revelation chapters four and five, “The Throne & The Lamb.” We finished chapter four and started chapter five last week. If you remember I have ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Through The Blood Of Jesus

Contributed by Elizabeth Mccaskill on Jan 2, 2016

There is power in the Blood of Jesus, this sermon shows us that there is heavenly joy in the blood of Jesus

Heavenly Joy through the Blood of Jesus Revelation7:9-10, 14 Our text comes from the well-known vision of the great multitude in heavenly glory, which no man could number. While in the spirit on the Lord’s day, John saw the multitude standing before the throne of God and of the Lamb, clothed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Throne Set In Heaven.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 22, 2024

"Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created" Revelation 4:11.

A THRONE SET IN HEAVEN. Revelation 4:1-11. REVELATION 4:1. (a). In effect, what John says is, “After these things I looked and beheld an open door in heaven, and the voice which I heard first as of a trumpet speaking with me.” “I looked” or ‘I saw’ – signifying, ‘I saw in the Spirit’ (cf. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Danger Of Rejecting Godly Counsel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 12 is a sobering reminder that leadership without wisdom, humility, and discernment leads to division and disaster.

THE DANGER OF REJECTING GODLY COUNSEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 12:1-33 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:14; Proverbs 15:22; 2 Chronicles 10:1-19; Isaiah 30:1; James 1:5-6 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 12 marks a pivotal shift in Israel’s history—the division of the united kingdom into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:1-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Truths About Waiting

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the five truths of waiting namely Gracious waiting, Grevious waiting, Growing waiting , Groaning waiting and Glorious waiting.

FIVE TRUTHS ABOUT WAITING OUTLINE 1. GRACIOUS WAITING 2. GREVIOUS WAITING 3. GROWING WAITING 4. GROANING WAITING 5. GLORIOUS WAITING THE MESSAGE FIVE TRUTHS ABOUT WAITING 1. GRACIOUS WAITING: Isaiah.30:18. The Lord waits to be gracious and merciful. The period ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Do You Grow In Grace/

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on Sep 12, 2015

how do you grow in grace

How do you grow in grace, do you join a certain denomination, or do you believe a certain doctrine or belief, or d you do certain thing's? In 1 & 2 Peter, the apostle warns us against false teachers in the church, and he tells us how to live by grace. How do you grow by grace, (first, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Use Your Mouth Wash

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Aug 2, 2016

Chapter three comes as a warning on the use of the tongue and particular, the use of the gift to teach. James provides a twofold warning: (1) the teacher will be under greater scrutiny from God; and (2) the primary teaching tool is the tongue which must be under the control of the Holy Spirit.

I. A Warning To Teachers - vs.1 Notice To Whom The Warning Was Designed - vs.1a ...My brethren... Notice What The Warning Declared - vs.1b ...be not many masters... Notice Why The Warning Was Delivered - vs.1c-e Teaching Reveals God's Call - vs.1c ...knowing that we... Teaching Requires Great ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Crowd That Gathered Around The Cross

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 16, 2013

Matthew’s account of the crucifixion scene.

THE CROWD THAT GATHERED AROUND THE CROSS “And sitting down they watched Him there.” Matthew 27:36 KJV I. THE ROMAN SOLDIERS: “Then the soldiers of the governor took ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:36

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of A Father's Love

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 26, 2016

The awesome love and forgiveness of a Father for his wandering son and the contrast between a repentant sinner and a self-righteous older brother.

TITLE: Parable of a Father's Love TEXT: Luke 15:11-32 INTRO: The Bible is full of wonderful stories. There are stories of Adventure, Romance, Tragedy and Triumph. Today, we look at one of the best known stories in the entire Bible. It has been called "The Parable of the Prodigal Son," but it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of A Father's Love

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 31, 2016

The parable about two sons and their Father. God's love for the lost, straying and even the self-righteous

TITLE: Parable of a Father's Love TEXT: Luke 15:11-32 INTRO: The Bible is full of wonderful stories. There are stories of Adventure, Romance, Tragedy and Triumph. Today, we look at one of the best known stories in the entire Bible. It has been called "The Parable of the Prodigal Son," but it is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Be Faithful To God And Honest To Men

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jul 5, 2018

When we are faithful to God and honest to men the world would be a better place to live in and the Kingdom of God will grow tremendously.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: BE FAITHFUL TO GOD AND HONEST TO MEN Acts 11:27-30 King James Version (KJV) 27 And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. 28 And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the Spirit that there should be great dearth ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Charismatic

Prophesying In The Camp. Revised.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 28, 2023

The danger of trying to straitjacket the work of the Holy Spirit.

PROPHESYING IN THE CAMP. Revised. Numbers 11:24-30. Seventy elders of the people were gathered around the tabernacle, and the Spirit came upon them, and they prophesied (Numbers 11:24-25). But what is of interest here is not the seventy, but the two: the two who remained in the Camp who also ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prayer And Anointing For The Sick Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for prayer and anointing for the sick.

In the Bible, we find numerous examples of prayer and anointing being used to heal the sick. As believers, we are called to pray for one another and to anoint the sick with oil, trusting in God's power to heal. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for prayer and anointing for the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-15, Psalm 30:2, Matthew 21:22