Sermons on Mountain To Pray:

The Prayer To Be Spared: Hezekiah In His Palace And Jesus In Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 22, 2021

God was especially gracious to Hezekiah, but, by offering only limited grace to Jesus, He opened a floodgate of grace for those who believe in Him.

The Prayer to Be Spared: Hezekiah in His Palace and Jesus in Gethsemane (2 Kings 20:1-11, Luke 22:39-46) 1. You can learn a lot about human nature by reading complaint blogs. One blogger wrote, “Today, I got pulled over for a traffic violation. Thinking I could get away with it, I spoke with a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-11, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon # 42 - Time To Rise Up Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 17, 2025

Jonah was seated in the wrong place waiting for God to pour out His wrath on the city of Nineveh. There were many others in the Bible who were in the wrong place like Jonah. If we are in such a place, God reminds us to rise up and go, to fulfill His purposes for our lives.

We read in Jonah 4:5, “Jonah went out east of the city and sat down. He made a shelter for himself and sat in its shade, waiting to see what would happen to Nineveh.” (GNB) God sent the prophet Jonah to the city of Nineveh with a message. When Jonah preached, the people of Nineveh received the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:5, Genesis 19:1, Genesis 13:7, Genesis 13:9, Genesis 21:16, Genesis 16:13, Genesis 21:17, Genesis 37:25, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

I Don't Wanna Be!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 27, 2004

I don’t want to be poor, hated, etc.. I don’t wanta be a Woe Christian either.

Sometimes I can’t make up my mind. Sometimes I think I am so poor. I get depressed because I don’t have never ending resources. Then other times I am amazed at how Rich I really am. Sometimes, I can change how I feel about my situation in a flash. I believe that you know what I mean. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Congregational

Taking A Risk

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 18, 2017

getting out of the boat is where all the action is... it is also where all things of purpose in our lives happens.

Taking a risk Matthew 14:22-14:36 Introduction- Prayer- I want to talk about one of Jesus many miracles. • The miracle of Jesus and Peter walking on the water. • THAT IS SO… COOL! Can you imagine walking on water? People love a miracle. Most people root for the underdog because it would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Nazarene

Luke 6:12-16 - Choosing Of The 12 Apostles

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 12, 2024

After a dedicated time of retreat and prayer, Jesus chooses 12 from among his followers to be his ambassadors. Although none of them seem qualified, time has proven out their faithfulness to the call.

Some Sundays start out a little more hectic than others. Here I am, supposed to preach today, and I left my Bible at home. I was not off to a good start. Fortunately, my dear wife got it to me in time for the first service, but my brain has been a little mushy ever since. So, we're going to get ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Church On Fire Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 1, 2012

Thank you Pastor jerry Shirley for this outline If I was going to literally set the church on fire I wouldn’t announce it on the sign out front But I’m praying the we will be set ‘on fire for God!’

The town atheist was not a bad man, he just didn’t believe. He was not interested in church. There was only 1 church in the area and it was a cold and dead social club, where no decisions were being made. **One day the church building caught on fire, and the whole town ran toward it to help ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

In The Presence Of God (God With Us)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 11, 2007

This is a sermon that kicked of Lent on Transfiguration Sunday. It focuses on the awesomeness of the presence of God.

In the Presence of God Luke 9:28-36 Now about eight days after these sayings he took with him Peter and John and James, and went up on the mountain to pray. And as he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was altered, and his raiment became dazzling white. And behold, two men talked ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking On Water- Sink Or Swim Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 1, 2017

Jesus and Peter walk on water, what can we learn from this event concerning our own life?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today as we continue on with our series Deep Thoughts With Jesus, we are going to examine an interesting event in the life of Jesus as well as in the life of Peter and the other disciples. • As we dig into the event of Jesus and Peter walking on water, I want us to look at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Foundational Truth 7 (Wk.8) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 8, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "resurrection of the dead".

Dakota Community Church November 30, 2008 Foundational Truth 7 (Week 8) Hebrews 5:11-14 We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because you are slow to learn. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Wow! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 1, 2023

When is the last time you stopped to think about the WOW moments God has placed in your life? Consider these thoughts as our Family Minister walks us through several WOW moments in the life of the apostle John.

Our current sermon series is entitled “Words to Live By.” Last week, we talked about “Help.” Today, we’re going to look at the word, “Wow.” We’re going to look at how God acts in our lives and leaves us saying, “Wow!” I was once told a story about a boy that was drawing a picture. When his father ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:4-7, Luke 8:40-42, Luke 8:49-56, Luke 9:28-36, Matthew 20:20-28, Luke 9:49-50, Luke 9:52-55, Mark 13:1-3, Mark 14:32-42, John 19:25-27, Revelation 4:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Dialoge Series

Contributed by David Welch on Dec 29, 2008

Series of messages on prayer - This messages deals with the purpose of prayer.

The Purpose of Prayer We have been looking to understand and implement into our lives the habits or discipline that conditions the spiritual dimension of our lives that in turn increases our capacity to relate to God. Only when these activities become a way of life will we see the desired growth ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Prayer Is Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

Satan and his organized legions constantly work to obstruct God’s plan. As believers, our greatest weapon is prayer. We can expect our greatest opposition when we are on our knees. So we must be persistent–praying until the answer is received.

INTRODUCTION Christian humorist, Dennis Swanburg, loves to tell the story of an unforgettable baptism that took place in a little West Texas church. They were building a new sanctuary and it was almost finished. The new baptistry was functional even though changing rooms were not yet available. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Always Get A Yes From God

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 31, 2021

If God always grants what we request in His name then this would violate His sovereignty but if everything has already been written by God before the foundation of this world then why pray? To find out how to always get a YES from God keep reading!

Intercessory Prayer Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Last week we learned the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective (James 5:16) for as we draw nearer (4:8) and approach God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16) we as living sacrifices (Romans ...read more

Scripture: John 14:13, 1 John 5:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of The Last Supper

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Feb 10, 2010

Since today is the first Sunday of the month, we are going to observe Communion...the Lord's Supper. For some this is a very sacred time with great meaning and importance. For others, it is just a ritual we go through that wouldn't be missed if we never d

THE MEANING OF THE LAST SUPPER LUKE 22:14 20 Knowing that the weather forecast for today was pretty rough, and knowing that many would not make it here this morning, I decided late last night that I would do something different than I had planned. Since today is the first Sunday of the month, we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Where Is Your Heart

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 29, 2015

There are three types of heart you may have: 1. A Degenerate heart, 2. A Divided heart or 3. A Delivered heart. This sermon seeks to explore which one you have.

SERMON 04-10-2015 WSG-MSJ This morning/evening I just want to look at one phrase that Jesus uses and it is this phrase from Mk 10:5 where Jesus said: “It was because your hearts were hard” Introduction: But let me start by telling you a rather unusual story that I came across some ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16, Mark 10:1-16

Denomination: Anglican