Sermons on Origination:

These Temptations Sure Are Tempting Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 18, 2019

The struggle with temptation is real. This passage focuses on where temptation originates and how we can overcome it.

We’ve been working our way through the Book of James. The last two weeks, we have looked at how we can have joy when the trials and temptations of life come our way. Tonight, we are going to look specifically at temptation. I ask you, “Where does Temptation come from”? Sometimes the desire and ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Demonic Division

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 19, 2022

The Holy Spirit leads us into unity so where do you think all this division originated?

1 Corinthians 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not able to bear it, neither yet now are ye able. 3 For ye are yet carnal: for whereas there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-7, 1 Corinthians 14:26, Romans 15:20, Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Altering Our Course (2012)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 4, 2023

Having unclean lips goes beyond speech because of the origin of our speech is the content of our hearts.

ALTERING OUR COURSE Text: Isaiah 6:1-8 Rev. Dan R. Dick has a sermon on this text. In his sermon he said that unclean lips he mentioned that “unclean lips” is an evocative phrase that covers a wide range of behaviors”. (David N. Mosser. ed. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Proclaiming The Lord's Death: Stumbling And Folly PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of the Lord's Supper, its origins, and its implications for our daily Christian lives.

Good morning, family! Isn't it an absolute joy to gather together like this, to share in worship and fellowship, and to learn and grow together in our faith? I'm so glad you've joined us today, whether you're here in person or joining us online. We're all part of this beautiful, diverse, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Topics: Perpetual Memorial, Christ Returns

Judgment In The Garden Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Sep 14, 2008

This message in Genesis tells us of man’s original sin. Our first message told us about the original sin that was committed by Satan. This message will focus in-depth into how Satan tempts us to doubt, deception and desire that results in damnation. Bu

DOUBT Verse one gives us a red flag warning from the very start about the character of Satan. He is identified as the serpent in this passage. This is an obvious case of Satan manifesting himself in the form of an animal. Angels are able to take physical forms; remember that Abraham was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-24

Denomination: United Methodist

When Your Walk With God Has Not Turned Out The Way You Originally Intended

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 8, 2001

A Christmas sermon from the story of Anna on the idea that God is not finished with us yet.

>>> The great composer Wagner had just listened to a performance of his composition “The Ring” when a friend entered the room. Wagner was sitting alone in front of a writing table and thinking. Seeing his friend, Wagner rose and spoke of the performance with discouragement: “No, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Baptist

Why Participate In A Local Church

Contributed by Mario Bruni D. D.. on Jun 4, 2016

Many Christians without finding out if church attendance is required or needful, just feel it is unnecessary. Could it be they really do not want to know the answer or do not care? Let us start examining if church attendance is required or necessary.

Why Participate in Your Local Church Christians sometimes fail to see the need to be active in a specific local church. God’s word gives many passages that refer to local churches ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Long Live The King!

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 6, 2015

Shouldn’t we as Christians also be willing to pay the price, especially when we are called by Christ to fight for the truth? After all, he is the final authority and power in the universe. Christ is King

Today we mark the church’s version of New Year’s Eve. Next Sunday marks the start of Advent and Year C in the three year cycle of readings from the Revised Common Lectionary. It is a day when we remember that Jesus is the king of our lives. It is not an ancient festival in the Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Anglican

Living In A Fallen World... For Now!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 2, 2013

We live in a world that was once a good place but now it is a fallen world infected by evil... but we look forward to a new world that is all good.

Title: Living in a Fallen World… for Now! Text: I Corinthians 15:19-26 Thesis: We live in a world of good and bad but because of Jesus Christ, we look forward to a new world that is all good. (Revelation 21:1-5) Introduction In St. Petersburg, Florida three police officers died tragically ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Bad People? Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Jan 29, 2015

Though God is never mentioned in this book, his fingerprints are all over the story of the heroic Esther and Mordecai. Study along as we discuss the ins and outs of living for God in a godless culture.

LIVING FOR GOD IN A GODLESS CULTURE WHY DO BAD THINGS TO HAPPEN BAD PEOPLE? ESTHER 6:14-7:10 INTRODUCTION -Have you ever noticed that people have philosophies about life? -My dad is one of the greatest philosophers I know: -“If you mess with the bull, you get the horn.” -“The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ek: The Greek Word For "of"

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 4, 2023

Ek is the Greek word meaning “of” or “out.” It speaks to origin as in “from out of.” When we accepted Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior, we experienced "Ek" as it related to ore relationship with God.

EK (Greek Word Meaning “Of”) Scripture: First John 4:4; 5:4; John 3:3-7; Romans 5:12, 19 “You are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is He that is in you, than he that is in the world.” (First John 4:4) The title of my message this morning is “Ek.” Ek is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4, 1 John 5:4, Romans 5:12, John 3:3-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Understand God’s Heart Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2025

Throughout Scripture, we see a God who is both loving and just, a Creator who delights in His creation yet grieves over sin. The contrast between Genesis 1:31 and Genesis 6:6 presents a powerful opportunity to explore the heart of God.

Go! And Understand God’s Heart Introduction: A Tale of Two Verses Throughout Scripture, we see a God who is both loving and just, a Creator who delights in His creation yet grieves over sin. The contrast between Genesis 1:31 and Genesis 6:6 presents a powerful opportunity to explore the heart of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:31, Genesis 6:6, Psalm 19:1, Romans 3:23, Genesis 6:7-8, 2 Peter 3:9, John 3:16, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Root And Your Destiny

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 9, 2025

The root of a person’s life determines the strength, stability, and fulfilment of their destiny, and only when we are rooted in Christ can our destiny flourish.

YOUR ROOT AND YOUR DESTINY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 14:7-9 Key Verse: “For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the stock thereof die in the ground; ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Roots Determine Your Destiny In Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 15, 2025

Your life’s outcome is determined by the foundation and source you are rooted in. Godly roots produce destiny fulfilment, while corrupt roots hinder destiny.

YOUR ROOTS DETERMINE YOUR DESTINY IN LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:17-18  “Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit. A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Author And Finisher Of Our Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 10, 2025

Jesus initiates, sustains, and completes our faith journey, perfecting us through trials, endurance, and His divine guidance.

JESUS THE AUTHOR AND FINISHER OF OUR FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:2 Key Verse: “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God