Sermons on Observe:

The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 13, 2013

A message concerning the command of the Sabbath and it's present day relevance.

The Commandment we will be looking at this chapter is the 4th. It is the final of the commandments that involve our relationship to God specifically. It is found in Exodus Chapter 20 and verse 8. 20:8 "Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. So the command is to remember the Sabbath and keep ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Entrepreneurs Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 22, 2013

God wants us to invest his Word; how can we do this?

Spiritual Entrepreneurs (Mark 4:21-34) 1. It is so easy to get wrapped up in our little worlds that we forget we are building an international Kingdom, the Kingdom of God. 2. Look how silly we act: FAIRBANKS, Alaska, July 19 (UPI) -- Police in Alaska said they arrested a man accused of punching ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Weeping At The Foundation Of The Temple

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 6, 2014

When the foundation of the second temple was laid there were both weeping and joyful shouting! Why? What caused those who had seen the first temple to weep? What caused the destruction of the first temple and the deportations in the first place? Creep ...

Going back to the Old Testament today … 3 deportations of Israel/Judah - last one in 586 BC w/destruction of temple Nearly 50 years later Persia invaded and Babylon. Babylon philosophy of deportation vs Persian philosophy of returning and subjection. Cyrus, the King of Persia was moved by ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Jehovah Rapha (The Lord Who Heals)

Contributed by Tom Feola on Apr 16, 2014

This is one of the covenant names of God

Jehovah Rapha (The Lord Who Heals) In the Old Testament we see another God’s covenant name of God which is Jehovah Rapha (The Lord Who Heals). Exodus 15:22-27 NKJV So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went three days in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jailhouse Rock Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 11, 2018

Just as God prevails despite opposition, so does the Gospel.

Jailhouse Rock (Acts 16:16-34) [note: this title is not original -- have seen several sermons on this text with this title] 1. Late one night, a burglar broke into a house he thought was empty. He tiptoed through the living room but suddenly he froze in his tracks when he heard a loud raspy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Touch That Transforms Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Oct 18, 2020

Pt 2 of a series to remind us about the power of Jesus to change lives when we trust Him and His power.

Series – The Miracles of the Master Pt. 2 - “The Wounded Healer” Mark 5:25-34 Scripture Reading (25-34) Last week we looked at the power that Jesus has over the demonic world. He cast 2,000 demons out of the maniac of Gadara. The results for this man were transformative for we see him cleansed, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua – A Portrait Of Obedience

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Oct 21, 2020

If we had to give this sermon a title in the Forbes magazine it would probably go something like: ‘From Obscurity to Fame - How one man did it alone and became a success.’ But if we study the life of Joshua, we soon find that his secret to success was obedience to God’s instructions.

Joshua – A Portrait of Obedience Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 21-10-2020 Sermon Outline Scripture Reference: Book of Joshua Chapters 1 through 24. Key verse : Joshua 1:5-9 5 No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life; as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opposed By The World Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 17, 2023

I find this very interesting because so many believe that if we are doing what God wants there should be no problems and everyone should be excited that you are doing the right thing

“Opposed By The World” Nehemiah 4:1-6 5-21-2023 As we continue to look at prayers in the Bible; I was reading about a great uproar that happened because the Jews were following the Lord. I find this very interesting because so many believe that if we are doing what God wants there should be no ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Only One Came Back Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 1, 2023

As we look at this passage today we will see a prayer that was answered and then see the one who was truly grateful.

“Only One Came Back” Luke 17:11-19 The Prayer Of Ten As we look at this passage today we will see a prayer that was answered and then see the one who was truly grateful. Luke 17:11 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. There is no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

No More Conditions

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jun 22, 2022

Following Christ is to love him unconditionally in our lives

No More Conditions Scripture 1 Kings 19:16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-18, Luke 9:51-62. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, Today’s gospel is a sequence of four incidents: 1. The first incident is the encounter between the messengers of Jesus and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:16, 1 Kings 19:19-21, Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-18, Luke 9:51-62  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Disbelief And Still Wondering? Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 12, 2024

It's not too good to be true! It is good, so that is why it is true! Jesus is alive and has risen from the dead. We must never live in doubt or fear, but faith and holiness.

EVANGELIST GEORGE MUELLER WROTE, “FAITH DOES NOT OPERATE IN THE REALM OF THE POSSIBLE. THERE IS NO GLORY FOR GOD IN THAT WHICH IS HUMANLY POSSIBLE. FAITH BEGINS WHERE MAN’S POWER ENDS.” THIS IS A POWERFUL WAY TO REMEMBER THE WORDS OF THE ANGEL TO MARY IN LUKE 1:37, “FOR WITH GOD NOTHING SHALL BE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-48, Luke 1:37, John 20:27, Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 6:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 28, 2025

The Great Commission is part of the DNA of Christian Doctrines. It is essential as a follower of Christ. Let us look at the Great Commission and see what the value of it in our lives.

The Great Commission Theme: To show the importance of the Great Commission, how it is in our DNA. Text: Matthew 28:16 – 20 Introduction Last week we discussed the trinity. How we see the Trinity and how we view it in the Old and New Testament. We also looked at the importance of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Tomorrow About This Time Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

This story reminds us that God can shift any situation overnight. His word is more powerful than the prevailing circumstance. When God speaks, the future bends to His voice.

TOMORROW ABOUT THIS TIME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:1-20 Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:5; Jeremiah 32:27; Isaiah 43:19; Romans 4:17-21; Joel 2:25-26 INTRODUCTION: The nation of Israel was in a desperate situation. A severe famine had struck Samaria, caused by a siege from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Overthrows Wickedness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 22, 2025

God is a righteous judge who actively dismantles every form of wickedness, ensuring that justice is established and the righteous are vindicated.

THE GOD WHO OVERTHROWS WICKEDNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 7:9 “Oh let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end; but establish the just: for the righteous God trieth the hearts and reins.” (Psalm 7:9, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:21; Psalm 37:12-15; Isaiah 10:27; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Chosen To Obey (Deuteronomy 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 26, 2024

Why was Israel chosen? Let's look at Deuteronomy 7.

What was Israel’s responsibility after taking the promised land from corrupt and perverse nations? What is our individual responsibility in a corrupt world? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 7. Did God forbid Israel from making covenants with corrupt and perverse nations? Why do our politicians do ...read more

Denomination: Baptist