Sermons on Oil Of Gladness:

Got To--? Have To --?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 22, 2006

We can get so in bondage to the things we have to do that we loose the love of what we are doing? We are blessed and choosen to be allowed to know and serve Jesus our Lord.

GOT TO --- DO I HAVE TO? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in two parts. I. THERE IS A CRY FROM THE PEW TO THE PULPIT, CAN WE HEAR IT? DO WE CRY IT? A. We walk in a day when control and manipulation can become a norm. Often those that are power hungry are so driven that they ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Door: Access Granted Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 18, 2008

Jesus is the door that gives us access into a living relationship with God (includes background info on shepherds & sheep).

Jesus the Door: Access Granted John 10:1-10 Intro: [Review series The 7 I AM Sayings of Jesus in John.] When Jesus made these statements, He was using the equivalent of God’s name, as He revealed it to Moses at the burning bush – I AM! It is possible He spoke it in Hebrew or Aramaic, since He was ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lord, You Want Me To Do What?

Contributed by Ron Theis on Dec 10, 2009

Sermon for rolling out a Capital Campaign

LORD, YOU WANT ME TO DO WHAT? Matt 19:26 Matt. 19:26 NKJV But Jesus looked at them, and said to them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2009

Message about building a bridge to the community through the love we have. These are notes and pieces to put a message together

Note: This message came from a series of messages by Doug Small Title: Building a Bridge to the Community - True Love Theme: True love, action Text: Luke 7:36 - 47 Introduction Luke 7:36 Then one of the Pharisees asked Him (Religious leaders) to eat with him (Jesus). And He (Jesus) went to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-47

Denomination: Church Of God

# 7~ Five Pt.2 The Meaning Of Bible Numbers Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Nov 19, 2011

It’s my hope and prayer that as we see the meaning of these numbers that it will cause our faith to increase as we realize that no man or any group of men could have possible worked these great truths out, only God could do this.

# 7~ FIVE pt.2 THE MEANING OF BIBLE NUMBERS 11-19-11 Today we’ll continue on with our study of the meaning of Bible numbers, as I told you last time the number five has a two fold meaning , (grace or we could say Gods goodness—and the other meaning is death) It’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

"Don’t Be Late For The Wedding Banquet”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 4, 2020

"I'm late, I'm late for a very important date" No don't be late the door will be closed. Jesus has promised to return. When? Still a question but answered by Jesus in Matthew 24:34 & 36

In Jesus Holy Name November 8, 2020 Text: Matthew 25:1-2 “Don’t Be Late for the Wedding Banquet” In the Walt Disney movie ‘Snow White” The rabbit looks at his clock and says: “I’m late, I’m late, I’m late for a very important date, no time to say hello, no time to say good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-2, Matthew 25:13

Denomination: Lutheran

Ready

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 16, 2020

This message is based on Matthew 25 and deals with the Parables of the Bridegroom; the parable of the talents (resources) and judgement day story of the sheep and the goats

Title: “Keep Watch” Subject; How do we prepare for Jesus return? Complement; by repenting...watching... waiting... working! Big idea: Christ our King is not asking for your vote – he’s asking for your surrender... & then, faithful perseverance & loyal service. May we watch for his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parables Of Jesus: Matthew Chapter 25

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021

Recently I went to see the movie Darkest Hour with my dad at the theatre, a stunning film revolving around the decisions and speeches of the great leader Winston Churchill during the dark days of World War II. The whole world was at the brink of collapse.

Recently I went to see the movie Darkest Hour with my dad at the theatre, a stunning film revolving around the decisions and speeches of the great leader Winston Churchill during the dark days of World War II. The whole world was at the brink of collapse. Let’s go back in time: It’s 1939 and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 25:1-10, Matthew 25:14-15, Matthew 25:29-30

Denomination: Salvation Army

Prime Your Pump

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 11, 2009

Can you just see a farmer staying in the middle of his field in October saying: “Oh Lord, I did not plant a thing this year, but if you give me a big crop this year, I’ll plant more than anybody next year"! Is not going to work. It’s the rule of sowing an

The Widow at Zarephath 1 Kings 17:10-16 (NIV) 10 So he (Elijah) went to Zarephath. When he came to the town gate, a widow was there gathering sticks. He called to her and asked, "Would you bring me a little water in a jar so I may have a drink?" 11. As she was going to get it, he called, "And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:7-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

You Are My Refuge Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 18, 2020

Refuge is a place of safety. While the world mentions several places as places of safety, we all know that they are not absolutely safe. The one safe reliable and unchanging place of safety is our God Himself. Surely we need to know more about this place of highest safety and security.

You are my Refuge We read in Psalm 91:2, “I will say to the LORD, "You are my refuge and my fortress, my God in whom I trust."” (GW) The Psalmist says of the Lord, ‘You are my refuge’ and we will in this study try to comprehend what it meant to him then, and what is means to us today. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:2

Denomination: Other

Your Table Is Ready Series

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

The first powerful "P" of God, that of provision.

Your Table is Ready Today we are starting a short series in the book of Psalms. We will be looking at the three Ps of the psalms: Provision, Protection, and Promotion. So, let us start this off provisions. “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 14, 2022

Based on James 5:13-18 - Encourages hearers to develop a powerful prayer life.

“THE POWER OF PRAYER” James 5:13-18 FBCF – 10/13/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – A fellow pastor friend of mine & I were walking out of restaurant recently. Group of about 8 businessmen seated at table. As we walked by, all of their heads were bowed down. Looked like they were praying. But we quickly ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 7:7-8, 1 John 5:14-15, John 14:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Blueprint For The Sanctuary Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 20, 2025

More than anything, God wanted to be known, so He would pitch His tent in the very center of the camp of Israel. It was to be a place where God and humans would meet.

March 22, 2025 In between the giving of the law and the worship of the golden calf are the chapters that contain the detailed description of the design and function of the Earthly Tabernacle (Exodus 25-31). Last week, God initiated, and Israel willingly entered into, a permanent covenant ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Faith That Lives In Us Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 15, 2025

The risen Christ lives through His people, transforming ordinary lives into visible faith—love in motion, hope unbroken, power indwelling.

Introduction — From Faith That Saves to Faith That Lives We’ve talked about the faith that saves us — Christ’s faithfulness on the cross. We’ve talked about the faith that shapes us — the Spirit’s daily work molding our hearts. Now we come to the living expression of it all: the faith that lives ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Colossians 1:27, Romans 8:11, John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Apocalypse

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 28, 2004

Apocalyptic eschatology is marked by the conviction that God will intervene decisively in the present evil age and vindicate his suffering elect over their oppressors.

The Apocalypse ; I will bring thee down, saith the LORD. Something disclosed, especially something not previously known or realized: disclosure, exposé, exposure, and revelation. Apocalyptic eschatology is marked by the conviction that God will intervene decisively in the present evil age and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:2-8

Denomination: Pentecostal