Sermons on Native Languages:

"never The Same Again" Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 4, 2022

“You’ve got to be kidding me?” Have you ever heard those words? I think I would be saying when I read Acts chapter 9. Acts chapter 9 is the conversion of Saul who held the robes of the men who stoned Stephen, the first martyr in Jerusalem. You going to use this guy? And God says, “yes”.

In Jesus Holy Name July 31, 2022 Text: Acts 9:1 Redeemer Lutheran “Never the Same Again” “You’ve got to be kidding me?” Have you ever heard those words? I think I would be saying when I read Acts chapter 9. Acts chapter 9 is the conversion of Saul who held the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:11-16

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Study The Bible Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 10, 2020

If we are called to teach the Bible, we must study the Bible the best we can.

We are doing a Message Series on the Word of God. Again, our key passage for this Message Series is 2 Timothy 3:16-17. Open your Bibles there and read along with me, 2 Timothy 3:16-17….. We had noted that this passage is truly for us today as we are living the Last Days as much evil is happening ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hyperbole

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Aug 31, 2020

Jesus gets the people's attention by exaggerating his statements.

Personal Illustration: I had to have a tooth removed last Thursday. It took me FOREVER to get an appointment. Once I got there and got back in the room where they were going to extract my tooth I felt like I was in an operating room not a dentist office. I remember back in the ‘80’s when I got ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33, 1 John 4:7-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by John Newton on Dec 28, 2023

The angel told Joseph to name Mary’s baby “Jesus” for a reason...

If you were expecting a baby—and you knew it was going to be a boy—what do you think you would name him? Well, in Canada apparently the most popular name for boys right now is Noah, followed closely by Liam and William. (And for the record, the top three girls’ names are Olivia, Emma and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Episcopal

Jesus Was A Man Of Sorrow Series

Contributed by Robert Irvine on May 1, 2024

Jesus was a man who knew sorrow. You don’t need to look further than the bible to know this is true. The Old Testament Hebrew word that is used here is “makob”. This obviously, means sorrow but can also mean pain

Jesus was a man who knew sorrow. You don’t need to look further than the bible to know this is true. The Old Testament Hebrew word that is used here is “makob”. This obviously, means sorrow but can also mean pain. Therefore, this verse can be read as “a man of sorrows” or a man of pain; either ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3, Job 33:19, 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

And This Shall Be The Sign Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 23, 2022

Today, let's look at "the sign."

Introduction I cannot image anyone on the way to church today turning to their spouse and asking him or her this question. I wonder what the preacher is going to preach about today. And I cannot image a preacher worth his salt having to think a long time about what he is going to prepare for his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God For Redemption

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jan 12, 2025

NOTICE WHAT PAUL SAYS In whom we have— HE LETS US KNOW THAT REDEMPTION IS PRESENT HE LETS US KNOW THAT REDEMPTION IS PRESENT POSSESSION AND NOT A FUTURE PROSPECT FOR THOSE WHO HAVE FAITH IN JESUS CHRIST

Ephesians 1:7 (KJV) 7 In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace; (TOPIC : I AM REDEEMED) THE WRITER OF THIS TEXT BEFORE US IS NONE OTHER THAN THE APOSTLE PAUL A JEW BY BIRTH A TENT MAKER BY TRADE AND A LAWYER BY PROFESSION A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Praying In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

Praying in the Spirit is a gift and privilege available to all believers. It strengthens our faith, builds intimacy with God, and equips us for spiritual warfare.

PRAYING IN THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jude 1:20 "But you, beloved, building yourselves up on your most holy faith, praying in the Holy Spirit." Supporting Texts: Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:14-15, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 2:4 INTRODUCTION: Praying in the Spirit is a ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20, Romans 8:26-27, 1 Corinthians 14:14-15, Ephesians 6:18, Acts 2:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Day By Day

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jul 27, 2025

Paul reminds us that while the “outward man” is “perishing”, but “the inward man is renewed day by day!

II Corinthians 4:7-16 (NKJV) DAY BY DAY July 27, 2025 I. THE VESSEL - There is a problem presented in the text and the problem is the vessel that holds this treasure! The vessel is an earthen vessel and this clay pot is fragile! Verse 7 says . . . “we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

Enemy Threats (2 Kings 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 31, 2025

What do we do when an enemy threatens? Let's look at 2 Kings 18.

Do we still have faith when an enemy of God threatens us? Let’s look at Assyrian threats against Judah in 2 Kings 18. Who was the 13th king of Judah? Did he do what was pleasing in the Lord’s sight? Hezekiah son of Ahaz began to rule over Judah in the third year of King Hoshea’s reign in Israel. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And… Live The New Life - Ephesians 4:17–32 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2025

Have you ever noticed how sometimes people say they are “Christian” yet their life looks no different from the world?

Go! And… Live the New Life - Ephesians 4:17–32 Introduction: Living the Difference Have you ever noticed how sometimes people say they are “Christian” yet their life looks no different from the world? Imagine you were watching a football match, and one player proudly wore his team’s jersey but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32, Romans 6:6, Colossians 3:9-10, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Harvest Of The Broken Seed: The Paradox Of A Fruitful Life

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

This sermon unpacks the powerful paradox of John 12:24-25, teaching that like a seed that must die to bear fruit, we must surrender our lives to find true fruitfulness and life eternal.

Introduction: The Unexpected King Let us transport ourselves to a moment thick with expectation. The city of Jerusalem is trembling with energy. Dust fills the air, mingling with the shouts of a jubilant crowd. The scent of crushed palm leaves is underfoot. It is the week of the Passover, and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Intricate Facets Of Hope

Contributed by William Meakin on May 27, 2025

Hope is defined as a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen.

Emily Dickinson, an American poet once remarked: “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul - and sings the tune without the words - and never stops at all." Isaiah 40:31 reminds us: “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 12:12, 1 Peter 1:3

Sermon On The Power Of Music

Contributed by William Meakin on May 16, 2025

Music has been defined as a beauty of form. It is a powerful, melodious force that can deeply impact emotional, cognitive, and social well-being.

Hannah Harrington, a female American author once remarked: “He took his pain and turned it into something beautiful. Into something that people connect to. And that's what good music does. It speaks to you. It changes you.” Colossians 3:16 reminds us: “Let the word of Christ dwell in you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19, Psalm 98:4, James 5:13, 1 Corinthians 14:7-8

How Can I Be Spirit-Filled If I've Never Spoken In Tongues? Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 14, 2001

Instead of the demonstration of a miraculous special gift, Paul indicates our Spirit-filling can be tested by much simpler means.

1 Corinthians 12:29-30 Q: Does every believer have the role or gifts going with an apostle? Prophet? Teacher? Miracle worker? Heal? Tongues? Interpret tongue-speaking language? A: The answer to all those questions is: “...no…” (Greek term for question with an assumed answer of "no" is used ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21, 1 Corinthians 12:29-30

Denomination: Baptist