Sermons on O Little Town Of Bethlehem:

The Real Meaning Of "i Can Do All Things"

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 24, 2025

Often misunderstood as a guarantee for success, this sermon on Philippians 4:13 reveals the verse's true power: a divine strength from Christ to find contentment in every circumstance of life.

Introduction: A Familiar Promise This verse is arguably one of the most famous in all of Scripture. We see it on bumper stickers, t-shirts, and social media. It is quoted by athletes before a big game, by entrepreneurs before a big meeting, and by students before a final exam. On its own, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Oil For My Generation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 26, 2025

The oil in Scripture symbolises the anointing of the Holy Spirit – the empowerment of God upon a man for divine assignment.

OIL FOR MY GENERATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 92:10 – “But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 10:27, Acts 10:38, 1 Samuel 16:13, Matthew 25:1-13, Zechariah 4:6. INTRODUCTION: The oil in Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stay Vigilant

Contributed by Masimba Murisa on Aug 29, 2025

As we navigate life as believers in the Lord Jesus Christ we encounter storms and difficulties. The Apostle Peter warns us to stay vigilant or careful, alert as we have an adversary the devil who does not want to see us win and triumph in life.

The devil is on assignment to take us out and derail our lives. Most believers live their Christian lives not realizing that we have an adversary who is on assignment to steal, kill and destroy their lives according to (John 10:10) -When trouble comes which it will do at some point in our lives, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, John 10:10

Denomination: Charismatic

Spiritual Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Spiritual development is the process of becoming more like Christ, growing in grace, and maturing in godliness to fulfil God’s purpose.

THEME: LIVING A BALANCED LIFE TITLE:  SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:7-8 “But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 10, 2025

There are at least three shocks to the 1st century Jews who heard the Parable. 1. That the Father gave the son his inheritance before his death; 2.That the Father ran to embrace the wayward son and 3. The Father simply forgave the Son

Story: I have to tell you that, in continental Europe, the Swiss are known as being as parsimonious. In fact they make the Scots look generous - apologies to any Scots listening. At the turn of the 19th Century, the roof of the a little Swiss church was in serious need of repair. So the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32, John 8:12

Denomination: Anglican

When Dry Places Bloom

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

The King of heaven remembers His covenant of love, seeks out the broken, and seats them at His own table—transforming dry and barren places into a garden of grace.

Introduction – The Place No One Chooses Some stories in Scripture open like windows straight into the heart of God. This is one of them. David, now king of Israel, has settled the kingdom. The battles are mostly over. One day he asks a startling question: “Is there still anyone left of the house ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:1-3, 2 Samuel 4:4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sibling Jealousy: James' (Eventual) Turning To Jesus

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Sep 1, 2024

By considering how sibling relationships can often be contentious, this sermon's ultimate message is that we can't rule out God's ability to radically change people's hearts, because He ultimately radically changed the heart of James the "brother" of Jesus.

Have any of you made it as far into the watching The Chosen as season 3…? Okay, a handful of you. That’s okay. I promise no spoilers from me today! Well… I mean… we do know how the Gospel stories conclude (with Christ’s death, resurrection, and ascension), so I guess the biggest spoiler is already ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55, Mark 6:3, Luke 2:41-50

Ebenezer ~ My Stone Of Help

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Sep 18, 2024

Today, we explore the powerful symbol of the "Ebenezer" stone, a testament to God's unfailing help in our toughest battles. Let’s reflect on how the Lord remains our "stone of help," guiding us through every challenge to victory.

Intro: Amen! Hallelujah! Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. God is good, and His mercy endures forever. Amen! Turn to your neighbor and say, "It’s wonderful to be in the house of the Lord." Tell them, "My helper", "My stone", ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-2, 1 Samuel 7:15-17, 1 Samuel 4:1-11, 1 Samuel 7:3-11, 1 Samuel 7:12, 1 Peter 2:6, Romans 8:31  (view more)  (view less)

Grace For The Second Half

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 8, 2025

As we step into the second half of the year, we are not stepping in alone—we are entering with the grace of God. The same God who brought us this far will carry us through.

GRACE FOR THE SECOND HALF By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Zechariah 4:6-9 Supporting Texts: Job 8:7, Philippians 1:6, Psalm 65:11, Ecclesiastes 7:8, Hebrews 4:16 INTRODUCTION: The middle of the year is a strategic checkpoint in every believer’s journey. It is a time to reflect, realign, and ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Character Is Your Identity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 13, 2025

In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that character is what truly defines a person.

YOUR CHARACTER IS YOUR IDENTITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:16-20 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 22:1, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:9-21, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Titus 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Uses The Rejected Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Asking With Confidence For Whom We Need Most

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 22, 2025

We are part of a new covenant, sealed with a circumcision of our hearts, always empowered by freely-given grace from the Father, grace earned by the outpouring of water and blood from the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Seventeenth Sunday in Course 2025 This is a Jubilee Year, and today we have what we might call “jubilee readings.” Traditionally the Holy Father declares a Jubilee Year on the quarter century, so 2025 is pretty automatic. There have also been special Jubilees. In the OT, the year of Jubilee ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:6-7, Genesis 18:20-32, Psalm 138:1-8, Colossians 2:12-14, Luke 11:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Came And Sat Down

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 31, 2024

So many times in our life, when we are in our most difficult times, Jesus silently comes (enters) and sits (makes his dwelling) in our lives and makes us part of his plans.

Then Jesus got into one of the boats, which was Simon’s, and asked him to put out a little from the land. And He sat down and taught the multitudes from the boat. When He had stopped speaking, He said to Simon, “Launch out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Luke 5:3-4 Peter was so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:3-4

Fortifying Your Children With God's Word

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Nov 13, 2024

“And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today. Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up.” Deut. 6:6-7

What does it mean to fortify your children with God’s Word? Before we delve into the message, let us first understand what the term “fortifying” means. To fortify means to strengthen or make a place resistant to attack. The term is also used in the food industry. For example, you might hear that a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Complacency Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 28, 2024

This is the 9th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#9] THE COMPLACENCY OF A NATION Amos 6:1-14 Introduction: About 25 years ago, I heard a young man that was struggling with a call to Ministry preach an interesting sermon. Since then, I have heard this illustration used many times; but it is still good every time. His ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist