Sermons on Mysticism:

Heart Speaks To Heart

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 2, 2018

St. Luke records that when Jesus began his ministry, he proclaimed that He was sent “to heal the brokenhearted, and proclaim deliverance to captives.”

Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost 2018 Healing of the Heart When I was growing up in the fifties and early sixties, this Extraordinary Form Mass was everywhere the norm. So we heard this wonderful Gospel every year. But what is “dropsy”? Now we have the Internet and we can learn easily that dropsy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:13-21, Luke 14:1-11, Luke 4:18

Denomination: Catholic

The Purpose Of The Second Coming

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Feb 1, 2022

The Second coming of Jesus Christ as told by Mark

The Purpose of the Second Coming Mark 13:24-27 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 24 “But in those days, after that tribulation, THE SUN WILL BE DARKENED AND THE MOON WILL NOT GIVE ITS LIGHT, 25 AND THE STARS WILL BE FALLING from heaven, and the powers that are in the heavens will be shaken. 26 “Then ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-27

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is A Real Spiritual Journey?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

One day we may explore the stars. But what are the stars, but reflections of the mind of God? Our exploration is the exploration of galaxies within the mind of God. Make no mistake, God is no god if he has limitations.

One day we may explore the stars. But what are the stars, but reflections of the mind of God? Our exploration is the exploration of galaxies within the mind of God. Make no mistake, God is no god if he has limitations. From one end of the universe to the other is nothing to God. Any distance, ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Shallow Hal

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 26, 2022

Jesus teaches us to look at a person's inner beauty instead of just the physical.

Shallow Hal John 6:60-71 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 6:60 Therefore many of His disciples, when they heard this said, "this is a difficult statement; who can listen to it?" 61 But Jesus, conscious that His disciples grumbled at this, said to them, "Does this cause you to ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: United Methodist

Pray Without Ceasing Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 16, 2023

This sermon gives consideration to two prayer techniques: The Welcoming Prayer and the Active Prayer Practice

March 15, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 1 Thess. 5:16-18 Pray without Ceasing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. St. Paul encourages us to pray without ceasing. It’s something that’s impossible to do. We cannot ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Wisdom Of God Vs The Wisdom Of This World

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 3, 2022

When Jesus is telling us that following Him means hating everything and everyone else, He uses strong language.

Twenty-third Sunday in Course Today’s Gospel is so unnerving, even shocking, that we might in our meditation forget about the other readings. The lessons we can learn from the wisdom books of Scripture are good foundations for our appreciation of the teachings of Jesus. I like to think of our ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:17, Luke 14:25-33, Philemon 1:9-17

Denomination: Catholic

Introduction Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

the Eight Miracles in John

Introduction A. Why are there four gospels? To tell a complete story of Jesus. B. Why does Mark have the most miracles? To show a powerful servant. C. Why does John have the fewest miracles? Each has an explanation. D. John is a Jewish mystic who uses “7” in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:11, John 2:23-25, Luke 7:11-15, John 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

(Section 6) Pastors Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jul 12, 2018

A close look at the duties and difficulties of being a good pastor.

PASTORS I. PASTORS Eph 4:11-16 A. Defined 1. Pastor --- a shepherd, one who tends herds or flocks (not merely one who feeds them), is used metaphorically of Christian "pastors" --- Vine's 2. Applied spiritually to Christ a. Great Shepherd Heb. 13:20 of the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:15, John 10:11, Hebrews 13:20, Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Real Talk

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 3, 2019

Have you ever felt like your past has disqualified you from fulfilling God’s plan for your life? Have religious people made you feel disqualified? Are you tired of feeling this way? LET’S TALK ABOUT IT!

Matthew 9:13 INTRODUCTION: • Have you ever felt like your past has disqualified you from fulfilling God’s plan for your life? • Have religious people made you feel disqualified? (Or is it in your head? The devil will do that too… especially if you are prone to “victim mentality”.) • Are you tired ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:13, 1 Corinthians 16:15-16, 1 Corinthians 1:22-29, Mark 10:31, Matthew 11:28-30, 1 John 1:8, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Treasures In Heaven

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 27, 2024

Judging other -- love your neigbor

Treasures in Heaven Luke 6:37-38 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 37 “Do not judge, and you will not be judged; and do not condemn, and you will not be condemned; pardon, and you will be pardoned. 38 “Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure — pressed down, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: United Methodist

"what Is In A Name?"

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022

WHAT IS THE POWER OF A NAME

Luke 1:26 (NAS95S) Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee called Nazareth, 27 to a virgin engaged to a man whose name was Joseph, of the descendants of David; and the virgin's name was Mary. 28 And coming in, he said to her, "Greetings, favored ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Babylon- The Woman On The Beast Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 27, 2022

This is the 11th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Babylon".

Series: Biblical Cities- Babylon [#11] BABYLON- THE WOMAN ON THE BEAST Psalm 137:1 Introduction: We are continuing in our study of Babylon. The city is the 2nd on the list of most mentions. Babylon is mentioned 286 times in the Bible. It means “the gate of god(s). Over the last few weeks, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1, Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Make Prayer Your Priority

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024

The Importance Of Prayer

1. INTRODUCTION. ALL OF US HAVE THINGS THAT WE HAVE MADE A PRIORITY. OUR CAREERS, OUR RELATIONSHIPS, OUR EDUCATION; THERE ARE MANY WHO HAVE ASPIRATIONS OF FAME, WHO HAVE MADE WEALTH THEIR PRIORITY, WHILE OTHERS SEEK THE ACCUMULATION OF THINGS AND WORLDLY POSSESSIONS. THERE ARE THOSE WHO HAVE MADE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:17

Denomination: Baptist

When The Glory Returns

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 25, 2025

When the glory of God departs, emptiness, defeat, and shame follow. But when His glory returns, joy, revival, restoration, and victory are inevitable. The return of the glory is not a casual occurrence; it is birthed through hunger, repentance, and divine order.

WHEN THE GLORY RETURNS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 4:21-5:1 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 10:18-19, Haggai 2:9, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14, Psalm 85:6-9, John 1:14 INTRODUCTION: The glory of God is the tangible manifestation of His presence, power, and majesty. In 1 Samuel 4:21, Ichabod ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where He Went, We Cannot Yet Follow Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on May 30, 2025

The Ascension thus becomes liberation rather than loss. No longer confined to one location, speaking one language, addressing one culture, Christ multiplies through countless vessels.

Title: Where He Went, We Cannot Yet Follow Intro: The Ascension thus becomes liberation rather than loss. No longer confined to one location, speaking one language, addressing one culture, Christ multiplies through countless vessels. Scripture: Luke 24:51 Reflection Dear Friends, The morning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:51

Denomination: Other