Sermons on Night Vigils:

Who Is Our Neighbor? Ukraine!!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 28, 2022

we are instructed to care for our brothers and sisters, but also pray for those who hate us, remembering that we must do both during the assault on Ukraine by Russia

Luke 10:29 One of the primary ministries of Deacons in the Episcopal Church is to 'take the church to the world, and the world to the church.' This is going to be one of those Sundays. This is the second time I had a sermon prepared, and current events compelled me to write a new one to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:29, Luke 10:36-37

Denomination: Episcopal

How To Face My Failures

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Jan 6, 2001

Failure to stand for Christ when you are under pressure can be devastating, This sermon will reveal how to face that failure and go on in Life.

How To Face My Failures Matthew 26:30-35 Sooner or later everyone in this sanctuary will fail at something. There are some here today who have had more failures than successes. Failure is a universal experience. If failure is such a universal experience, then I am sure you would agree that it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:30-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heart Of A Hero

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 1, 2000

A message on overcoming adversities we face.

The Heart Of A Hero 1 Chronicles 11:22-25 1. Benaiah was vigilant because of the company he enjoyed. A. He was one of 30,000 men who faithfully served King David. (2 Sam 6:1) B. He was one of 30 mighty men who led the armies of Israel. (1 Chr 11:15) C. He was one of 3 of David’s mightiest men, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Look To Yourselves

Contributed by Chris Johnson on Oct 17, 2003

Self examination allows us to determine the genuineness of our faith.

In the Second Epistle of John, he exhorts the Church to vigilance in the Last Days. It is important for us to be alert; not just to things that are outside us (false prophets, etc.) but more importantly to things that are inside us. As Jesus told us it is not the things that are external that ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:4-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Living In Freedom

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 19, 2007

This is the breif message outline for our annual fourth of July Ice Cream social. I had to keep it brief so the ice cream wouldn’t melt

Living in Freedom July 4, 2007 Ice Cream Social Devotional Introduction We shall not fight alone. God presides over the destinies of nations and will raise up friends for us. The battle is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave…! I know not what course others may ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Lesson #9. Things To Be Afraid Of And Things Not To Be Afraid Of Series

Contributed by Wayne Essex on Mar 27, 2019

(What did the smartest man who ever lived have to say about it)

Living Wise In A Stupid World Lesson #9 THINGS TO BE AFRAID OF AND THINGS NOT TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Watch Out For The Mockers Series

Contributed by Pastor Norman Bailey, Overseer on Aug 8, 2018

We are living in the last of the last days and Satan is pulling out his best shot to defeat the people of God. He is using mockers, those who will belittle our faith and confidence in God. It is our position to stand against them and trust in God.

As we draw closer to the end of time we will find the forces of evil lead by Satan trying to deliver a death blow to the followers of Jesus Christ. It is important that we stay focused on what the Word of God says concerning the people of God. Mockers come with an aggressive and militant attack ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Relentless God!

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Nov 13, 2020

The Apostle Paul was relentless in his ministry as he wrote to the Corinthians in his description of what he accomplished for the sake of the Lord Jesus Christ. He challenges them and his young preacher comrade, Timothy, to do the same -- to finish strong!

R E L E N T L E S S ! 2 Corinthians 4:6-11; Hosea 11:8-12; James 5:16-18 Introduction - Who is Larry Vollink? …. Retiring after 50 years! - Who is the Apostle Paul? … read his resume ! (2 Cor. 11:21-31) - What do we have in common? Commercials, books, movies, songs, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:21-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discernment In The Age Of Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 3, 2025

The Bible warns us about the dangers of false prophets and teachers who seek to lead us astray.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of false prophets and teachers who seek to lead us astray. In Matthew 7:15-16, Jesus cautions us to "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves. You will recognize them by their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-16, 2 Corinthians 2:17

The Mystery Of The Empty Tomb.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 19, 2024

Different reactions to the empty tomb.

THE MYSTERY OF THE EMPTY TOMB. John 20:1-10. While Jesus’ enemies had been busying themselves setting a watch over His tomb, the disciples had been sitting quietly at home, keeping the Sabbath. At first dawn Mary Magdalene - and some other women - came to the sepulchre, and found the stone had ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Every Knee Shall Bow

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 18, 2003

Worship is an important part of life in heaven. It should be here on earth also.

July 13, 2003 Morning Service Text: Revelation 5:1-14 Subject: Worship Title: Every Knee Shall Bow and Every Tongue Confess Worship is an important factor in church growth. Some of the things that attract people to a church are solid preaching and a lively worship service. On the other hand, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Just Do It!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 2, 2013

If we haven't been telling everyone we know about Jesus up until this point, don't you think it's about time, we started telling them before its to late, to tell them?

Just Do It! Mark 16:15 NKJ 15 And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 MSG 1-3. I don’t think, friends, that I need to deal with the question of when all this is going to happen. You know as well as I that the day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Halloween, An Evangelistic Opportunity

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 25, 2013

Halloween is an opportunity to share Jesus in a very unique way. We must re-define Halloween just as Easter and Christmas was re-defined.

Halloween, An Evangelistic Opportunity Ephesians 5:1-13 Intro: Late one dark night, two men were walking home after a party. They were tired and desperate to get home, so they decided to take a shortcut through a cemetery. They got to about the middle of the graveyard, and they were startled and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Believe Hell Is A Real Place?

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 19, 2012

We often hear about Heaven, a lot of folks seems to have the idea that every one is going to Heaven some day, people will gladly listen to messages about Heaven but many folks are turned off if they are told that if they die in their sin they’ll go to Hel

LUKE 16:19-31 DO YOU BELIEVE HELL IS A REAL PLACE? 5-19-12 Today we’re going to talk for a few minutes about "HELL"; we don’t hear many messages about Hell today, I suppose it’s because it’s not a pleasant subject to listen to, when was the last time you heard a message to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

"faith Under Fire"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 18, 2022

Each day, an unseen and incredible battle between good and evil takes place around us. Just as retired generals share insights on strategy, this message aims to enlighten and empower us by helping us understand the enemy's strengths and tactics used against God’s people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 5:8-9) (8) "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:" (9) "Whom resist steadfast in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, 1 Timothy 6:12, 2 Timothy 4:7, Jude 1:3, Revelation 12:11, 1 Thessalonians 3:5, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Corinthians 11:15, Hebrews 4:12, Romans 8:35-37, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Romans 7:14-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal