Sermons on Original State:

The Ascension

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 9, 2012

Jesus knew and suffered due to the reality of sin in the human heart. But when He physically left the earth, His message was not a pessimistic one. Summarizing who he was and what difference this should make for everyone is stated in what is known as the

Avid readers often will credit this or that writer for luring them into a lifelong love of a genre. For those who love science fiction, it offeres grand, cosmic landscapes on which to project the boundless possibilities of life. Yet for one writer, Ray Bradbury (August 22, 1920 – June 5, 2012), who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Other

The Spreading Flame Series

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 15, 2009

Paul Harvey said: "Too many Christians no longer are fishermen but keepers of the acquarim." God used the death of Stephen, and persecution to move the church beyond the walls of Jerusalem in order to complete his "mission" stated in Acts 1:8

In Jesus Holy Name August 15, 2006 Text: Acts 8:1,4-5 Series Redeemer “The Spreading Flame” I want to share a story with you so If you choose I’m going to give you permission to close your eyes and visualize the scene I’m about to describe. The first rays of a new ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Undo For Sin

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

Learning about the wonderful forgiveness of God.

Title: God’s “Undo” For Sin! Text: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Introduction: I love my computer. Many features on it make my job so much easier and much more efficient. How many in our audience have their very own Personal Computer in their home? 1. What do you like best about ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

14 The Decisive Question Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 24, 2020

This is the 14th of 31 Devotions on the book of Jonah, where I make a comparison between the story of Jonah and The Church-at-large, in the light of the present global pandemic.

# 14 – The Decisive Question Jonah 1:11: “Then they said to him, “What shall we do to you that the sea may be calm for us?”—for the sea was growing more tempestuous.” “What shall we do to you…” In our last devotion, we looked at the first question the sailors asked Jonah – “What have you done?” ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11, Matthew 24:7-14, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Freed From Fear Of Death Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 26, 2022

How Satan gained the power of death. What is death theologically? It’s separation. A separation from life on the earth, separation from relatives, friends, and all. Above all a separation from the living God forever.

Text: Hebrews 2:14-18 Theme: Free from fear of Death Introduction: By the grace of God, we had meditations on the freedom concept. Freedom from sin, freedom from slavery, stress, and now we have come to freedom from fear of death. The word death is familiar to all faiths and religions. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Christmas Star

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Sep 17, 2024

The Star of Christmas is not the star that led the Maji from Mesopotamia to Jerusalem and ultimately to Bethlehem. It's not the star on the top of our Christmas tree, not Santa Claus, not our good feelings, good will, gifts, hopes for peace, celebrations or any of the rest.

SLIDE – Introduction I want to talk a little while this morning about the Star of Christmas. Now, I’m NOT talking about the Star that appeared to the Maji. That Star they led from Mesopotamia over to Jerusalem. That Star that King Herod couldn’t see and didn’t know about. So, Herod called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Dimensions Of Divine Preservation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Divine preservation is God’s supernatural ability to protect His children in every aspect of life until His purpose is fully accomplished.

DIMENSIONS OF DIVINE PRESERVATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-8 Key Verse: “The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul. The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in from this time forth, and even for evermore.” (Psalm 121:7-8) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dimensions Of Divine Preservation (Part 2)

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Divine preservation is the supernatural act of God keeping His children safe from danger, destruction, and eternal ruin.

DIMENSIONS OF DIVINE PRESERVATION (PART 2) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:1-16 Key Verse: “The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil: he shall preserve thy soul.” (Psalm 121:7) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2; John 17:15; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Jude 1:24 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Misunderstood Messiah Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012

Throughout the history of the world, man has misunderstood the Messiah. There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at.

Throughout the history of the world, man has misunderstood the Messiah. There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at this evening in John 12: 20-36. READ 20-22. You might remember from last time that Jesus had just been hailed as the coming King and Messiah by ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Misunderstood Messiah Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 2, 2024

There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at.

Throughout the history of the world, we have misunderstood the Messiah. There are four misunderstandings in particular that we are going to look at this evening in John 12: 20-36. READ 20-22. You might remember from last time that Jesus had just been hailed as the coming King and Messiah by ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist

How Are We Waiting? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

Explores how to find hope in waiting, maintain holiness in anticipation, and embrace the transformative process of God's call for restoration.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering. It is always a joy to see each one of you, a testament of God's enduring grace and unyielding love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. As we gather in His name, I am reminded of the words of Peter Marshall, who once said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9

Topics: Waiting, Hope

Paul Before Agrippa Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 29, 2017

He explains why he was particularly pleased to be able to state his case to King Agrippa. Of all the high officials residing in the country, nobody knew better than the king the history, principals, and passions that motivated the Jewish people.

July 31, 2016 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: IV.F.5: Paul Before Agrippa (Acts 26:1-32) Commentary 1 Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Thou art permitted to speak for thyself. Then Paul stretched forth the hand, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Article 25. Marriage Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Mar 17, 2010

Pastor Vaughan unpacks Gods design for marriage taking us right back to creation and shows how we are made for hetrosexual relationships within the context of marriage. That marriage has divine origins but has to be worked out here on earth due to our

Introduction. The Sanctity of Marriage today is under attack from all quarters of society and state, this of course is not something new society and states have often attacked and ignored and imposed their own take on the God given institution of marriage. Ever since the fall of humanity, people ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Progress, Not Perfection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Christianity is a journey of continuous growth and progress, not a static state. Just like Lot's wife, who became a pillar of salt when she stopped moving, we too must keep moving forward in our spiritual journey. Christianity is a movement, not a monument.

The Christian life is a journey of progress and growth. It is not stagnant but alive and dynamic. Just as Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt when she stopped moving, we must keep pressing forward. Christianity is a movement, not a monument. Medical science emphasizes the significance of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Topics: Christian Life, Spiritual Progress

Marriage

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Oct 6, 2005

Marriage is God’s design, and his ordinance form before the fall. Sex is involved; sex is designed for union of man and woman in marriage

A man shall leave his father and mother and be united with his wife, and the two will become one flesh. So they are no longer two but one Mark 10:7-8 Have you ever sat in a marriage service and wondered, "When are those two actually married?" At what point are they man and wife together? After ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:7-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican