Sermons on Nowness:

Letter To The Church In Laodicea Series

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Sep 7, 2021

Laodicea is a lukewarm church that needs to repent, to avoid Jesus spitting her out. Any lukewarm Christian will be rejected by Christ. Repent now.

Who is addressing the church? “… the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation.” (vs. 14) Their Deeds/works: “… you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other!” (vs. 15) Their Offenses: 1. “So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold— … (vs. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, Luke 12:21, Malachi 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unleashing Authority And Identity In Christ

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Mar 25, 2021

Now it is impossible to activate authority without having a recognized identity. Since authority organizes and drives itself through our accepted identity.

As believers, we do not know how to react as we are witness to the weaknesses and unpreparedness of our supposed technological advancement in addressing the problems of our days: although, knowledge has increased exponentially? Even now, the world is looking up to the average believer to proffer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:19, Matthew 28:18, Acts 1:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Is Alive And Powerful Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 26, 2018

The Word is alive and powerful because it is also a word of warning. It is better for the Word to judge us now than for God to judge us later.

Opening Video: Written On Your Heart (2:48 video ilustration available at Sermon Central) Psalm 119:11 (NKJV) Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You. What have we done with the word of God. Have we really read the Word so that it is in our hearts? Illust: The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Fake Listening? Do We Hear Without Listening?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 10, 2021

Do we understand the difference in hearing and listening? To show respect for others we need to listen. Can you hear me now?

YOU CAN’T FAKE LISTENING! DO WE HEAR WITHOUT LISTENING? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WILL YOU LISTEN TO ME? The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. TWO EARS AND ONE TONGUE MAY BE THE GREATEST LESSON NEVER LEARNED… PAY ATTENTION: LISTEN: PETER AND JOHN ARE GOING TO ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:4, Proverbs 19:20, James 1:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Double Portion

Contributed by Ava Ch on Aug 26, 2025

we reflect on the story of Elijah and Elisha, we are reminded that God's Spirit is not confined to the past. It is being poured out now.

Last week, we saw Elijah at one of his lowest points. Fresh off the victory over Baal’s prophets on Mount Carmel, he spiraled into fear and despair. He ran from Jezebel, collapsed under a broom tree, and told God, “I have had enough... I alone am left.” Elijah’s ego—his belief that he was the last ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2, 2 Kings 2:6-14

Equipped #4: Encouragement Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 4, 2025

In the list of gifts that God has equipped us to perform in the church and in our lives, Encouragement is one that is needed now more than ever.

Equipped: Encourage  Romans 12:8 Introduction In the list of gifts that God has equipped us to perform in the church and in our lives, Encouragement is one that is needed now more than ever. Did you know that loneliness contributes to over 100 deaths every hour worldwide? That’s not just a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go! And Live With Eternity In View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2025

Life under the sun is brief, and death is certain. But here’s the urgent question: How should we live now, in light of eternity?

Go! And Live with Eternity in View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Introduction – A Wake-Up Call for the Living Imagine standing at a funeral. You hear the quiet sobs, see the flowers, smell the lilies, and sense the finality of that wooden casket. One thing strikes you deeply: that person’s time to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:5-10, Hebrews 9:27, 1 Timothy 6:17, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Coming – Ready Or Not

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Jesus is coming; live ready now by trusting Him, loving boldly, and building His kingdom through faithful service and everyday holiness.

Introduction – Childhood Game When I was a little boy growing up in the Himalaya Mountains of northern India, one of my favorite games was hide-and-seek. Can you picture it? The thin mountain air, the smell of pine, the deep silence between giggles as I squeezed into some “secret” spot. I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-42, Luke 19:12-36, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, Isaiah 2:2-4, Romans 13:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Living With Eternity In View Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

Many people live their lives focused solely on the here and now, forgetting that eternity is far longer than our short time on earth.

LIVING WITH ETERNITY IN VIEW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, Matthew 6:19-21, Colossians 3:1-4, Revelation 22:12, Hebrews 9:27 INTRODUCTION: Many people live their lives focused solely on the here and now, forgetting that eternity ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Here Comes The King Of Kings & Lord Of Lords

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 12, 2024

If there is ever a time in the history of mankind where people are anticipating, longing, and hoping for a change, not only in America, but the world over then right now is that time.

Here Comes the King of kings & Lord of lords By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Last Sunday July 21, 2024, President Joe Biden made a very special, Breaking News, and Historical announcement that stunned many people when he announced that he will not seek re-election, then he stated ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:10-16

Denomination: Apostolic

Life Is For Living Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Mar 11, 2024

“The life I now live . . . .” Galatians 2:20 Are you enjoying life or enduring life? Are you living or just existing?

1. The Secret to Living - In Galatians 2:20, the Apostle Paul shared the secret to living. He described how his new life in Christ was a direct result of what happened to him on the Cross. The cross changed everything for Paul. He was not the same anymore! What Paul described about the cross is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Exodus 3:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blood Church Warning

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 9, 2024

Families that use biology to determine membership should realize by now that they wrote their epitaph. We need to create a SPIRITUAL family, not a biological family.

The Blood Church Warning Luke 3:23-38 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H Koplitz Luke 3:23 aWhen He began His ministry, Jesus Himself was about thirty years of age, being, as was supposed, the son of Joseph, the son of Eli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:23-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Moving Forward Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 17, 2024

We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now?

“Moving Forward” Acts 1:12-14 We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now? Wayne Logan (a preacher friend) said to me once, “I’m going to do what I know to do until I know what to do.” There are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

"the Dragnet: A Call To Urgency" Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 29, 2025

Now, we turn to "The Parable of the Dragnet," a story that zooms in on the future—the day when the righteous and wicked will be separated.

Matthew 13:47-50 Introduction • Setting the Stage: We’ve been diving into the parables of Jesus, uncovering what the Kingdom of Heaven is like. We’ve seen its growth and challenges in parables like "The Mustard Seed" and "The Leaven," its value in "The Hidden ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-50, Matthew 11:20-24, Matthew 12:41-42, John 5:24-30, Matthew 7:23, Matthew 25:41, Matthew 5:22, Mark 9:43-48, Matthew 25:46, 2 Thessalonians 1:9, Matthew 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

That I May Dwell Among Them Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 10, 2025

Even after all their ingratitude and rebellion, Yahweh still desired to dwell amongst the people, so now the Blueprint would become reality.

April 12, 2025 Transformation goes both directions – up or down. We are either being transformed into the image of God (+) or we are being transformed into the image of Satan (-). That’s why it is so important what we worship, because we will be transformed into that thing we worship – for the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:9, Hebrews 8:5, Ezekiel 28:14-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist