Sermons on Pass The Torch:

The Enduring Influence Of A Godly Mother PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of modeling faith within the family and mentoring future generations through Biblical principles for spiritual development.

Warm greetings, beloved family of God. Here we are, gathered together once again, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us here to drink from His well of truth, to be nourished by His Word, and to be shaped by His Spirit. As we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-15

Topics: Mother's Day

Putting Away Our Sword Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Dec 1, 2011

Even during Jesus' arrest, when God looked completely helpless, He was still in complete control.

Putting Away Our Sword Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – April 3, 2011 Intro – Around our home I begin to see the signs of spider season. Each morning I can begin to see the webs that have been spun. As much as I don‟t care for spiders…. ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making A Stand For God

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 12, 2002

We can sense in the strength of this one famous statement that Joshua was a man who knew who he was, who knew what he believed, and who was willing to live in such a way as to back up his words with his actions.

INTRO: Why do we admire Joshua? Why has this moment in time been immortalized, serving as an inspiration to so many people down through the years? Why does it still touch some place deep inside our hearts when we hear those famous words, "As for me & my house…?" The reason this phrase is so well ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-15, Joshua 23:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Genesis 15 Series

Contributed by Richard Cathers on Apr 16, 2007

Verse by verse study of Genesis 15

Genesis 15 Sunday Morning Bible Study February 11, 2007 Introduction Genesis 14 was the story of the raid of the Eastern Kings. Coming from the area of ancient Babylon, these kings came sweeping into the land of Canaan, conquering everything in their sight. When they left to go home, they carried ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Narnia: Merry Easter (And Happy Christmas)

Contributed by Todd Anderson on Dec 8, 2005

A Christmas Eve or Christmas Day sermon or homily using an extended illustration from "The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe" to show how many miss(ed) Christ’s first coming and how we need to be ready for his Second Coming in power.

Title: Merry Easter! (a Christmas eve or Christmas day homily) While bagging groceries years ago in a supermarket during highschool I found it fun to mess with customers minds and say things like: “Have a Day! And hear them automatically respond: “You Too!” It was especially fun around the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Shining Light In A Plain Jar

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

What does it mean to carry about in our broken vessels the Light of the world?

THE SHINING LIGHT IN A PLAIN JAR 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 Hidden away on a high shelf in my closet I keep a small box. This box is worn down and broken from 50 years of use. But it is the most priceless thing I own. If I were to lose this box, I would literally tear my home apart to find it. If it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Holiness

Judges (Samson) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

God uses imperfect people! That's the message of the book of Judges. In the third sermon in this series we see Samson's Rage, Samson's Romances, and Samson's Repentance.

Judges: Ordinary People in the Hands of an Extraordinary God (Samson) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/20/2014 Charlie Brown scuttled onto the pitcher’s mound as Lucy took her position behind home plate, ready to warm up before the game. “Are you ready, Charlie ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Run The Race

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 15, 2001

Pauls calls Christians to run the race of life

Run the Race 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 January 14, 2001 Introduction I. The Olympics A. Some of my favorite moments: First Dream Team Men’s Basketball, The lighting of the torch in 1996 B. Michael Johnson in 1996 1. The time trials prior to the games – Johnson broke the world record in the 200 meter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The "Secret" Of Gideon's Faith

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Discover the secret of Gideon’s Faith through his conversations with God. The "secret" is revealed in the first letter of each point. Purge (sin from your live), Revive true worship, Act on your Faith, Yield to the will of God. PRAY.

The “Secret” of Gideon’s Faith Judges 6 & 7 INTRODUCTION I. Israel had been handed over to the Midianites. 6:1, 10 A. Midianites ravaged the land. 6:2–6 B. The Israelites cried out to God. 6:6–7 1. God has always wanted the best for His children. a. He sent them a prophet. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Remnant Series

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Aug 22, 2002

What does Malachi have to say to our generation?

Prophecy To Our Age The Remnant I. God has always called a people to be his witnesses to the truth who would obediently serve as his messengers to a lost world. A. God doesn’t call the biggest or the best; He doesn’t call the richest or those with the most finesse; he calls those who are willing ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

When The Holy Spirit Comes (Part Ii) Series

Contributed by J. Martin on May 30, 2005

Last week we learned there was a thunderous sound that filled the place where the 120 were praying. The noise was similar to that caused by a violent wind. We learned that the thunder was there to make God’s presence known to His people, to defeat His e

We had established that the feast of Pentecost was one of several solemn Jewish celebrations. Jesus became the Lamb of God that took away our sin on the day of Passover. But 50 days later, the Bible declares there were 120 people praying in the upper room when the Holy Spirit came upon them. Out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Will Be Hated By All; Not A Hair On Your Head Will Perish

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 10, 2013

With the Church under attack, what must we do?

33rd Sunday in Course 2013 You Will be Hated by All But Not a Hair of Your Head Will Perish It was a cool November morning and the Catholics of San Antonio were riding high. Our first Catholic president, who had a year ago faced down the mighty Soviet empire over ballistic missiles in Cuba, was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Catholic

Standing, Looking Out The Window?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 27, 2016

The drama queens seem to rule in many situations. We can stand and look out our windows with a defeated temporal vision. The is a better plan...

STANDING AND LOOKING OUT THE WINDOW? NOW WHAT ARE WE GOING TO DO? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Did you hear about the terrible story: Two men plotted to rob the bank after hours. They had a torch and cut their way into the safe... They was so surprised that all that was in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:9-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Timothy Joins Paul (Acts 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 2, 2025

Do we do mission work like Paul?

How did Timothy join Paul’s ministry? Did the Holy Spirit direct the mission? Let’s continue Paul’s second missionary journey in Acts 16. Did Timothy join Paul and Silas as they spread the decisions made by the apostles and elders at Jerusalem? Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Toto, We're Not In Kansas Anymore

Contributed by John Beehler on Apr 19, 2001

Don’t be a cowardly lion.The disciples did it and we can, too.

Toto, We’re Not In Kansas Anymore Well, I guess Easter is over for another year. The Easter dresses and suits aren’t new anymore and the candy’s gone. Things are pretty much back to whatever passes for normal these days, back to the old, pre-Easter routine. And in churches all across ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31, Acts 5:17-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed