Sermons on Mothers Day Message:

Easter: Unstoppable Jesus

Contributed by Dj Thomsen on Mar 31, 2021

What happens when an unstoppable force meets an immovable object? Easter shows us the victor.

During the season of lent we’ve been talking about our Unstoppable God and we've been following Jesus on his road to the cross and marveling at all of the ways that he is unstoppable. When Jesus sets off on his path toward the cross no one could stop him, even when they told him he was crazy, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Knowledge Begins Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. We have made it clear that fear means reverence, and the Lord means Jehovah, but the hard part is still ahead. What does it mean that the attitude of reverence toward the one true God is the beginning of knowledge?

A millennium and a half ago Diogenes said, "The foundation of every state is the education of its youth." Both ancient and modern philosophers have recognized that education is basic to the making and keeping of any great and strong nation great and strong. Lowell said, "It is in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:7

I Thirst Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Apr 6, 2021

Jesus said, “I thirst,” from the cross because He wanted His lips and throat moistened to utter one final victorious shout before He died. The death of Jesus Christ finished His work of redemption, atonement, and reconciliation.

I Thirst John 19:28-29 During the approximately six hours Jesus Christ hung on the cross, our Lord spoke seven final statements. One of those statements is recorded in John 19:28: “Later, knowing that everything had now been finished, and so that Scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, ‘I ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Defining Moment In Our Lives

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Jul 19, 2020

Life is built upon a series of defining moments, including moment of crisis, failure, sadness, success and joy. Although, it is easy to let emotions dictate our response during a defining moment, how we respond will shape our faith, our personality and determine the direction of our life.

Defining moment is a moment that defines something, such as success, failure, achievement, demise, talent, etc. It is a point at which the glory or character of a person, group, etc., is revealed or identified. Defining moment can be a moment of crisis or a moment of breakthrough that turns a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-28, Daniel 6:12-28, John 2:1-11, Mark 4:37-41, Mark 5:25-34, John 3:16-18, Job 2:7-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Sees All And Knows All, Especially Our Hunger

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 21, 2015

It is better for us to confess our sins before we are forced to do so by getting caught. When we do, the burden of guilt will not be able to limit our spiritual growth and our worship and prayers will not be hindered.

There is a program on the Investigation Discovery Channel called “I Almost Got Away with It”. The story of David and Bathsheba would be a perfect one for that show, especially the part where the prophet Nathan confronts David. David thought that he had committed the perfect crime by ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Overcoming The Evil Aimed At You!

Contributed by Daniel Cruz on May 23, 2015

Let me state a biblical truth. As a child of God, and according to Gods word: You can overcome any and all Evil attempting to control, manipulate or rule your life - PERIOD

OVERCOMING THE EVIL AIMED AT YOU! By Pastor Daniel Cruz Preached on Sunday April 12th 2015 Romans 12:21 (esv) “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” 1 John 5:4 “for everyone born of God overcomes the world. This is the victory that has overcome the world, even our faith.” I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living A Life Of Faith

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 1, 2015

When we choose to trust God enough to walk by faith rather than by sight, we exercise our faith and its capacity grows. Our spiritual lives are strengthened and we can live life to its fullest.

All of us want to be remembered after we die, but I'm sure most of us would not like to be remembered like these people, who had these supposed real epitaphs on their tombstones: 1. Here lies Johnny Yeast. Pardon me for not rising. 2. Here lies Butch. We planted him raw. He was quick on the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Pentecost Series

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Jun 30, 2020

We have all heard the phrase---you are what you eat. I believe this also true for our minds and spirits, we are what we take in.....as for me and my house---I desire to be filled with the Holy Spirit.

What Fills You Controls You Hello, I am pastor Greg of Calvary Reformed Church and I am here in one of the Portage parks Celery flats. We are going to be looking at part 2 of filling of the Holy Spirit. Last week we were looking at the fountain which is straight ahead from where I am standing, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Deliverers Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 2, 2020

Deliverance. We talk about it. We ask for it. We demand it. We know we need it. However, deliverance is often accompanied by dilemmas! Are we willing to hold on for freedom?

Deliverance Dilemmas Pt. 2 - Deliverers I. Introduction The load had become too heavy. 430 years of harsh slavery has culminated in the desperate cry for deliverance. An old-time preacher by the name of Vance Havner may have said it best when he said, “The tragedy of our time is that the situation ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4, Exodus 3:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Good Samaritan

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 13, 2019

The Parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the best-loved stories of Jesus.

The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 The parable of the Good Samaritan is one of the best-known parables of Jesus. But like all parables, they serve as illustrations. They shed light on a topic and flesh it out. So when we interpret this parable, we must first find out why Jesus uses ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 22:40, Exodus 20:1, Deuteronomy 6:5, Exodus 12:49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

For All Have Sinned And Fallen Short Of The Glory Of God

Contributed by Peter Pilt on Apr 19, 2019

What is sin? How did it begin? What is repentance?

Romans 3:23 For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God If you doubt, read your newspaper. A man from Boston was acquitted for flying illegal drugs into the United States because he suffered from “action addict syndrome,” and emotional imbalance that makes a man crave dangerous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 5:12, Mark 7:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Belong Series

Contributed by Roger Smith on Aug 28, 2023

The moment we professed faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, we became members of God’s family sons and daughters of the Loving Living God. Whatever our background, whatever our differences, we are all one in Christ Jesus.

WE BELONG! Call to Worship - 1 John 3v1 GNB See how much the Father has loved us! His love is so great that we are called God's children---and so, in fact, we are. This is why the world does not know us: it has not known God. Reading: Ephesians 2v14-22 Read again: v19-20 People need people! ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1, Ephesians 2:14-22

Denomination: Congregational

The Price Of Admission

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 28, 2023

What does it take to get the kind of perspective that sees oneself in the light of Christ instead of the light of the world?

How many of you watched the memorial celebrations for President Reagan a few years ago? I was really impressed by a lot of things... the number of people who came, the quality of the speeches, the beauty of the pageantry. But of all the segments, the best, to my mind, was the private interment ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Holiness Demanded By The Costly Experience Of Christ’s Passion

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible." C.S. Lewis, Letters to an American Lady, New Bible Commentary, p. 28.

1 Peter Series Part 5 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: A holiness demanded by the costly experience of Christ’s passion Text: 1 Peter 1:17-21 LORDS SUPPER TODAY INTRO: How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Yes, Lord, I Believe

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 24, 2023

We do not fear death and we can enjoy an abundant and full life if we only believe that Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life. Jesus not only promises resurrection and eternal life but in fact He is the Resurrection and the Life.

John 11:20-32 (NKJV) "Yes, Lord, I Believe" September 24, 2023 Following these verses John tells us that Jesus groans in His spirit and then “Jesus wept.” John's Gospel is filled with many vivid portraits of the Lord Jesus Christ. Each one is a masterpiece of His greatness and His ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-32

Denomination: Baptist