Sermons on On The Path:

Images Of Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 19, 2011

In the icon of the crucifixion we find the same spiritual orientations we discovered in the eastward direction of our prayer.

Monday of 2nd Week in Lent 2011 Spirit of the Liturgy Over and over again the OT repeats the theme: God is merciful; His people are faithless. Original sin has not corrupted our natures entirely, but it has weakened them so that we find it an uphill climb to do good and avoid evil. Without the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:36-38

Denomination: Catholic

The Flight Into Egypt

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 4, 2014

After our exile in the dark places of Egypt we are summoned to return to the place we came from, chastened and up-built by the experience which we have been through, and equipped for whatever may lay ahead.

THE FLIGHT INTO EGYPT. Matthew 2:13-15; Matthew 2:19-23. We have already established that Joseph Ben-David was a dreamer (Matthew 1:20). Although his angelic visitations took place in dreams, in visions of the night (Job 20:8), they were not nebulous apparitions. A real, tangible, substantial ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Thing God Is Doing

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 13, 2013

God calls us to value the past, but not to dwell in the past, and he calls us to live in the new, so we can see the new things God is doing.

Isaiah 43:16-21 The New Thing 1. First God Reminds us of the Old things God has Done A. God says I made A way through the Sea Reference to what happened in Ex 14:28 • Isaiah 51:10 claims, "Was it not you who dried up the sea, the waters of the great deep" B. God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Dream Of Joseph.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 7, 2013

Joseph was not afraid to take the lead in his family, and opened his heart and his home to the Son of God.

JOSEPH’S DREAM. Matthew 1:18-25. Joseph was a dreamer. This was true of the Old Testament Joseph, the son of Jacob, derogatively referred to as “this dreamer” (cf. Genesis 37:19). It was also true of the New Testament Joseph, recognised here as “the son of David” (Matthew 1:20). Joseph ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope That Comes From Finding Wisdom Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017

This is the 17th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#17] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM FINDING WISDOM Proverbs 3:16 Introduction: As we continue our chapter 3 verse 16 series, we once again find Solomon talking about wisdom. In Proverbs 3, Solomon is giving advice to his son about finding wisdom and the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Response Of A Sheep To The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2015

Reassurances in the valley, celebrations on the plateau, and hope for the future.

A SHEEP’S RESPONSE TO THE GOOD SHEPHERD. Psalm 23:4-6. ‘All we like sheep have gone astray’ (Isaiah 53:6). Yet when we know Jesus as our Good Shepherd (John 10:14), we have full bragging rights (Psalm 23:1-3). One of the distinguishing marks of the Good Shepherd is His compassion towards an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anointing A Man After The Heart Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 26, 2016

The Lord's criteria for service.

ANOINTING A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART. 1 Samuel 15:34-35; 1 Samuel 16:1-13. Israel had demanded a king, just so that they could be like the other nations. Samuel had protested, but the LORD allowed it. After all, they were not rejecting Samuel: they were rejecting the LORD (1 Samuel 8:4-7). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:34-35, 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Is The Power Of God To Save Those That Believe

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 7, 2017

I'm not ashamed of the Gospel because it is the POWER of GOD in my life, and I believe it with all my heart. Scriptures of applying the Gospel to life.

2017.01.08 sermon. THE GOSPEL IS THE POWER OF GOD TO SAVE BELIEVERS Another New Day Dawns Applying the Gospel to Life William Akehurst, HSWC Psalms 150:1-6 (KJV) 1 Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. 2 Praise him for his mighty acts: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Wisdom

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 17, 2021

Sermon is about the God given wisdom and how we need wisdom to direct our ways.

1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14 “Divine Wisdom” 1. The Solomon Journey • Solomon’s journey as King begins with the death of His Father David David rested with his ancestors and was buried in the City of David. 11 He had reigned forty years over Israel— • Vs 3 Tells us Solomon had a great love3 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Lord Of Hosts Found By A Barren Woman

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 3, 2023

God created hosts when he created heaven and earth. Lord of Hosts refers to Lord who dwelleth between or among a group of hosts. The Lord is in the center, surrounded by the hosts.

Then she made a vow and said, “O Lord of hosts, if You will indeed look on the affliction of Your maidservant and remember me, and not forget Your maidservant, but will give Your maidservant a male child, then I will give him to the Lord all the days of his life, and no razor shall come upon his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:11, Genesis 2:1

Beasts And Angels Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 15, 2024

In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels.

Beasts and Angels Scripture: Mark 1:12-15 Introduction: In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels. Reflection In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of solitude akin to the desert experience of Jesus can feel like an impossible task. Yet, amidst the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Other

Knee-Mail Is A Divine Connection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 9, 2025

Have you ever considered that God also "emails" us through the power of prayer and scripture...

In the age of instant messaging and social media, we often find ourselves yearning for a more meaningful and personal connection with the divine. As Christians, we believe that God is always available to listen and guide us. But have you ever considered that God also "emails" us through ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

When The Going Gets Tough Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the 19th sermon in the series.

WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH PSALM 119:153-160 INTRODUCTION A. God’s people have always had mountains to climb and rivers to cross. We only need to read the names of the great honor roll of faith in Hebrews 11 to confirm this truth. B. When the going gets tough, we may be tempted, like Israel of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:153-160

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

4th Of July - Independence Day Devotion

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 5, 2025

Our Independence Day Is Only Possible Through Our Dependence on God. Our Independence Requires Our Dependence on Christ. Our Declaration of Dependence is...IN GOD WE TRUST.

2025.07.04 Sermon Notes: 4TH OF JULY - INDEPENDENCE DAY DEVOTION William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Our Independence Day Is Only Possible Through Our Dependence on God. Our Independence Requires Our Dependence on Christ. Our Declaration of Dependence is... “IN GOD WE TRUST.” SCRIPTURES: Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, Psalm 33:10-22, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Restoration: A Journey To Renewal SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 7, 2023

As followers of Christ, we find hope in the promise of His return and the renewal of all things. But what about our present circumstances? The Bible provides numerous instances of God's restorative power, demonstrating His glory and our benefit.

As believers, our hope rests in the promise that Christ will come back for us and make all things new. But what about the present? The Bible shows us how God restores and makes things new for His glory and our good. 1. 2 Kings 8:1-6 - The Woman's Land Restored: Elisha tells a woman to leave her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-6

Topics: Faith, Restoration