Sermons on Night Vigil:

Suffering For The Sake Of Righteousness

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 26, 2022

The purpose of Job is to give a demonstration of the sovereignty of God and the value of true faith.

Undoubtedly, everybody has heard about Job at some point in time. The book was written to discuss the age-old question, “Why do the righteous always seem to suffer?” Introduction to the book of Job: • It is one of the five books of poetry: 1. Job 2. Psalms 3. Proverbs 4. Ecclesiastes 5. Song of ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:7-8, Job 2:2-3, Job 38:1, Job 39:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Demons

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 9, 2021

A demon is identified as a supernatural being, largely considered evil, which can possess humans and remove them from the path of righteousness.

Ip Man, the Chinese martial artist, and grandmaster of the martial art Wing Chun, once remarked: “We all have inner demons to fight, we call these demons, fear and hatred and anger. If you do not conquer them, then a life of one hundred years is a tragedy. If you do, then a life of a single day can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:21, Matthew 25:41, James 2:19

Let The Little Children Come To Me

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 13, 2023

it was put on my heart that since today is our Love Disciples launch, it would be appropriate to remind ourselves of what scripture tells Jesus said about the little children.

Last week we basically stayed in one passage of scripture, so today we’ve got some catching up to do, as we get back to scriptural gymnastics. Our key verses will be found in: Matthew 19:13-15 Proverbs 22:6 Focus on three main ideas today: Discipleship Training up our youth Overcoming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15, Proverbs 22:6

Truths For Times Of Temptation

Contributed by David Zachrich on Feb 15, 2023

We are not immune to temptation. How can we respond when we are tempted?

Friends in Christ, A venerable legend tells that the trees in the forest gathered to have a meeting to discuss ways to unite against the very sharp axe that had cut down so many of their friends – oak, maple, spruce, poplar. One by one, the axe had sliced into them and cut them down for firewood. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

A Good Shepherd Is Not A Hireling

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 22, 2018

The Pastor/Shepherd feeds and protects his flock.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 22, 2018 John 10:11-18 A Shepherd Is Not A Hireling Today’s gospel reading brings us right back to the reference to Jesus as The Good Shepherd. I’ll bet everyone remembers the last message about the Good Shepherd. We shared that message November 27, 1917, how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4, Ephesians 4:11-12, Ezekiel 34:20-24, Ezekiel 34:11-16, John 10:11-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guests At The Banquet Or Devils' Food Cake

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 7, 2019

There is nothing in-between, no middle ground. It’s God or nothing. So let’s follow St. Paul’s advice and count everything other than the grace and peace of Christ as nothing.

Fifth Sunday of Lent 2019 Finger of God; Finger of Priest Our Lord Jesus was constantly in conflict with the Jewish religious authorities of His day, both Pharisees and Sadducees. The Pharisees were observers of every minute law–even making lay people adhere to the regulations laid down by Moses ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14, John 8:1-11, Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Catholic

Sermon On Fear

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 8, 2022

Fear is defined as “An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger, pain or harm.”

Judy Blume, an American writer, once remarked: "Each of us must confront our own fears, must come face to face with them. How we handle our fears will determine where we go with the rest of our lives. To experience adventure or to be limited by the fear of it." 2 Timothy 1:7 confirms: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:4, Proverbs 29:25, Psalm 56:3-4, Philippians 4:6

Sermon On Divergence

Contributed by William Meakin on May 21, 2024

Divergence is defined as a situation in which two things become different, or the difference between them increases.

Charlan Jeanne Nemeth, a female professor of psychology at the University of California once remarked: “Consensus, while comforting and harmonious as well as efficient, often leads us to make bad decisions. Dissent, while often annoying, is precisely the challenge that we need to reassess our own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12, Genesis 1:1-31, Isaiah 14:1-32, Genesis 2:4

Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- Salt

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 28, 2022

Salt is not for itself; it is seasoning for food. In the same way the disciples are there not for themselves but for the earth

During the children’s service, the pastor was explaining that Christians are the “light, salt, and leaven” of the world. The children understood “light” and “salt,” but when the pastor asked them what “leaven” is, they were silent. Finally, young Michelle Williamson spoke up: “It’s what comes after ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31, Matthew 5:13, Colossians 4:6, Ephesians 4:29, Luke 17:31, 2 Kings 2:21, Genesis 19:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Book Of Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025

The Book of Life is a significant theme in Scripture that symbolizes the record of those who have eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.

Title: THE BOOK OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 20:11-15 “And I saw a great white throne and Him who sat on it, from whose face the earth and the heaven fled away. And there was found no place for them. And I saw the dead, small and great, standing before God, and books were ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15, Philippians 4:3, Luke 10:20, Revelation 3:5, Exodus 32:32-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Signs Of A Backsliding Christian Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

This sermon highlights key signs of a backsliding Christian, helping us to examine our lives and return to God before it is too late.

SIGNS OF A BACKSLIDING CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 2:4-5 "Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5, Hebrews 10:38-39, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Matthew 24:12, Proverbs 14:14, 2 Peter 2:20-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Season Of Supernatural Breakthrough (Part 5) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 22, 2025

In the final part of this series, we will focus on how to sustain the momentum of our supernatural breakthroughs, experience lasting transformation, and ensure that the doors that God opens remain open.

SEASON OF SUPERNATURAL BREAKTHROUGH (PART 5) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:41-46 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-13, James 5:17-18, Psalm 37:23-25 INTRODUCTION: In the final part of this series, we will focus on how to sustain the momentum of our supernatural breakthroughs, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:41-46, Deuteronomy 28:1-13, James 5:17-18, Psalm 37:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Destinies Are At Risk Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

When destinies are at risk, God always raises voices to speak up, stir action, and restore order.

WHEN DESTINIES ARE AT RISK By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 1:1-53 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7; Ecclesiastes 10:5-7; Isaiah 46:10; Revelation 3:7; Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: The opening chapter of 1 Kings paints a scene of political unrest and family intrigue in the twilight of King ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-53

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Delivers From The Snare Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 8, 2025

God is the ultimate Deliverer who sees every trap, breaks every chain, and preserves His people from the snares of the enemy.

THE GOD WHO DELIVERS FROM THE SNARE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 124:7 – "Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare is broken, and we are escaped." Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:3, Proverbs 29:25, Jeremiah 5:26, Daniel 6:22, Acts ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gates Of Hell Shall Not Prevail

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 3, 2025

The Church of Jesus Christ is divinely established to stand firm against all the assaults of hell, and no power of darkness can overthrow it.

THE GATES OF HELL SHALL NOT PREVAIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 16:17-19 Key Verse: “And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” (Matthew 16:18) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17; Luke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God