Sermons on Moments:

Behold The Lamb

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

Occasionally, Scripture presents us with events that change everything—epochal moments. This sermon explores one such event from John 1, marking the public unveiling of Jesus' ministry.

Epochal Events I came across a short line from a theologian and scholar named Richard D. Phillips. He basically said this (as I'm paraphrasing here), “Occasionally in Scripture we come across a truly epochal event that just changes everything.” — Richard D. Phillips I love that word: ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-51, Revelation 5:12, Exodus 12:3-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Third Sunday Of Advent, Year A: Gaudete Sunday--John The Baptist: Danger And Beauty Of The Barren Places

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 2, 2022

It is just these types of lonely, painful moments that Jesus wants to redeem. John the Baptist got ministered to in prison by Jesus. He answered John’s question and complimented him to others.

A bedraggled little man once walked the streets of an Italian town 100 years ago. Many of the townspeople saw his pallid face, often tearful, as he stumbled along the cobblestone streets and narrow alleys. One day a kind soul, witnessing the man’s misery, came up to him, hoping to lift his sad ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1, Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Catholic

Exploring Psalms 3 Part 1 Series

Contributed by Seyi Ajayi on Dec 31, 2022

Today we would be Exploring David s Disposition and Response to Trying moments of His Life and how can Learn few lessons that will advance our Pursuit and walk with God.

Psalms 3:1-3 LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah. But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. Romans 15:4 For whatever things were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-3, Romans 15:4

Denomination: Charismatic

The Rapture: Will You Be Ready? Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 2, 2025

The rapture is imminent, and every believer must be prepared. The signs of the times are evident, and Jesus could return at any moment. It is not enough to believe in the rapture; we must actively live in readiness.

THE RAPTURE: WILL YOU BE READY? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:44, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52, Revelation 22:12, Luke 12:40, 2 Peter 3:10 INTRODUCTION The doctrine of the rapture is one of the greatest hopes of the Christian faith. It is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Conditions For Abiding In His Presence

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 11, 2003

Do you want to know the continual presence of God? Would you do what is necessary to know His presence at every moment? Here are some of the conditions for abiding in His presence.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism Today’s Sermon Title Conditions For Abiding In His Presence By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Please read with me from the book of Psalms, chapter forty-six, and verse ten. Psalms 46:10; "Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Peace

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Christmas is a stressful time. There is just so much to do and to get done. However, why not take a moment to enjoy Christ peace, after all that is what Christmas is really about anyways

Isaiah 9:6-7 God is Peace! Introductions A. Can I ask an honest question? How many of you are feeling STRESSED or have felt STRESSED in the last week! B. Even I Mr. Non stressed Have felt stressed. C. Christmas is the busiest time of the year D. You have to buy this gift here, go to this party ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, Psalm 1:1

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

No Bitter Roots!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001

The moment you’re offended you have a choice. You can choose to forget it, or to hold on to it. When you choose to hold on to it, a bitter root begins to grow.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. Have you ever asked yourself, "Why do people have difficulty getting along with one another?" How can people whose families have lived together as neighbors for a thousand years start killing each other? Why ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15, Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Father's Strength

Contributed by Don Gaston on Oct 18, 2000

‘Abraham, take your son, your only son and sacrifice him’, why would this have happened? Let’s take a few moments to study the circumstances that led up to this event.

‘Abraham, take your son, your only son and sacrifice him’, why would this have happened? Let’s take a few moments to study the circumstances that led up to this event. Will power! Have you heard the expression, ‘so and so has a strong will power’? Will (noun): the power of control over one's own ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-2

A Father's Strength

Contributed by Don Gaston on Oct 18, 2000

‘Abraham, take your son, your only son and sacrifice him’, why would this have happened? Let’s take a few moments to study the circumstances that led up to this event.

‘Abraham, take your son, your only son and sacrifice him’, why would this have happened? Let’s take a few moments to study the circumstances that led up to this event. Will power! Have you heard the expression, ‘so and so has a strong will power’? Will (noun): the power of control over one's own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Belief Is More Than Good History

Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 3, 2004

. Belief is defined as, “a personal relationship established by trust.” When applied specifically to Christ, we are talking about that moment when Christ became more than a historical figure.

BELIEF IS MORE THAN GOOD HISTORY 1 John 5:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Nearly everyone has made makes, or will make a claim to believe in God. There is a saying that says, “There are no atheists in foxholes.” People’s beliefs and ideas differ. Quickly think across the world at the different beliefs and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Poor Say, Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Jan 3, 2007

Remember this, the average observer on the evening of the first Christmas, might not have seen Mary and Joseph as particularly blessed. There may have been moments that they doubted it themselves. And yet, they were rich...

Let the poor say, "I am rich" Luke 2:1-7 Dawn and I went to Pennsbury Manor recently. This is the home of William Penn. Oddly enough, the place is almost completely a recreation. Nothing about the grounds or buildings is original. The house is not the house he and his family lived in. It is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Mennonite

Resurrection Power

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

Let's think for a moment of lost causes. They are very real. The sportscaster said the game was unwinnable. The insurance adjuster said the car was irrepairable. The doctor said the patient was incurable. The marriage counselor said the

Resurrection Power I Corinthians 15:1 10 Let's think for a moment of lost causes. They are very real. The sportscaster said the game was unwinnable. The insurance adjuster said the car was irrepairable. The doctor said the patient was incurable. The marriage counselor said the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-10

Christ Our Sanctifier

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

Christ sanctifies us through His finished work on the Cross. Jesus transforms our lives positionally at the moment we receive Him, and practically as we learn to walk in Him by faith.

Christ our sanctifier Hebrews 10:1-18 Don’t you just wish you could start all over? Several months ago I was having a great deal of difficulty with my home computer. It was slow and sluggish and would often freeze right in the middle of some important work. Now I don’t know much about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Holiness

Part 1 - Genesis 18:1-15 - The Power Of One Small Step Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jun 26, 2010

Watching television as the dramatic pictures were broadcast to the world, I was aware that something momentous had happened and I have never forgotten the images of that man. I was 14 years old.

Part 1 - Genesis 18:1-15 - THE POWER OF ONE SMALL STEP As a boy he was active in the Boy Scouts, and had earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He was only the second person in his family to attend college. In 1950, a week after his 20th birthday, he became a Naval Aviator and then later an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come To The Table (Thanksgiving Communion Message)

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 13, 2016

Thanksgiving, for many of us, is both a memory in our past and a moment we look forward to. This morning, Jesus has set a table himself and has said to us, “Come to the table!”

Come To The Table (Thanksgiving Communion Message) 1 Cor. 11.23-29 11/20/16 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Thanksgiving, for many of us, is both a memory in our past and a moment we look forward to. 1 I can remember all the smells of stuffing, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes w/ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist