Sermons on Pentecost Holy Spirit Filling:

The Gift Of Living Water

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 13, 2023

A sermon for the Third Sunday in Lent, Year A

January 12, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church John 4:5-42 The Gift of Living Water Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. They call it “divining.” When you’re trying to determine where to dig a well, some people have the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Lutheran

No More Shame

Contributed by Larry Grant on May 7, 2023

It took 10 plagues for God to bring His people out of Egypt, but it took 40 years for God to get Egypt out of His people.

Joshua 5:6-12 NKJV “No More Shame” May 7, 2023 Intro: Today let us explore the place called Gilgal where God prepared His people for the promise. They had been delivered out of Egypt, but they weren’t ready! God told Moses that there was a quicker way to the promised land but ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdoms Invitation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 23, 2025

This is the 13th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#13] WISDOM’S INVITATION Proverbs 8:1-36 Introduction: In Proverbs 8, wisdom is personified as someone calling out to us, inviting us to listen. It’s not just about knowing facts or information; but about trusting God's way and making choices that lead to life. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-36

Denomination: Baptist

Between A Rock And A Hard Place (Valley)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 3, 2026

Why do we have to GO THROUGH DARK VALLEYS? In the valley he restores our soul.

BETWEEN A ROCK AND A HARD PLACE! IN THE VALLEY HE RESTORES MY SOUL. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) THERE WAS A SUCCESSFUL CORN FARMER THAT LEARNS ABOUT THE VALLEY. In the mid-west there was a very successful corn farmer. He grew many acres of corn ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-5, Exodus 14:9-19, Genesis 22:5-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life Of Purpose.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 23, 2022

Zacchaeus was despised by the Pharisees – the most orthodox faith of the Jews. Jesus was rebuked by them for even eating with tax collectors (Mt. 9:11; Mk. 2:16; Lk. 5:30).

Living A Life Of Purpose. Luke 19:1-10NLT Recently, in a Delta flight magazine, one author wrote a column about a new course at Harvard business school for business leaders. At a cost of $13,000, the executives study absolutely nothing about business. Instead, for six days they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leaving Heaven

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

To think of Jesus in such a light seems almost irreverent. There’s something about keeping Him divine that keeps Him distant and predictable.

Summary: God in all of His wisdom hid the real date of His Son’s birthday and even His physical attributes ... “She will bring a Son to birth, and when she does, you, Joseph, will name Him Jesus--'God saves'--because He will save His people from their sins." (Msg.) v.22-23 “All of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enduring Trials With Faith: Transformed By The Gift Of Suffering Philippians 1:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 3, 2024

Explore the profound truth that our suffering can be a means of transformation and deeper faith. Our passage from Philippians 1:29 reminds us of the gift of suffering in the life of a believer.

Enduring Trials with Faith: Transformed by the Gift of Suffering Philippians 1:29 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth that our suffering can be a means of transformation and deeper faith. Our passage from Philippians 1:29 reminds us of the gift of suffering in the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2, Philippians 1:29, Hebrews 11:6, 2 Timothy 3:12, James 1:2-4, Romans 8:17, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Life Issues

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 12, 2025

Facing life's challenges can be overwhelming but with a perspective rooted in faith can shape not merely the response to those challenges but also the outcomes and growth experienced from them. Our shared experiences highlight how adopting a godly approach.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Facing life's challenges can be overwhelming but with a perspective rooted in faith can shape not merely the response to those challenges but also the outcomes and growth experienced from them. Our shared experiences highlight how adopting a godly approach—rooted in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognizing The Son Of Man Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 19, 2025

This is the 32nd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#32] RECOGNIZING THE SON OF MAN Luke 9:18-27 Introduction: It has been an awesome week of Vacation Bible School, full of fun, learning, and growing closer to God. During the week, both children and adults learned about Jesus’ great love and the sacrifice He made for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-27, Matthew 16:13-28

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Endure To The End - Matthew 24:3–14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 29, 2025

Church, our job is not to predict the end—it’s to proclaim the King! We must be Gospel people in an end-times world.

Go! And Endure to the End - Matthew 24:3–14 Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, As we open Your Word today, prepare our hearts to receive the truth. Help us to see Jesus clearly, trust Him fully, and obey Him joyfully. In these days of uncertainty, may we find strength and hope in Christ alone. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3-14, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 1 Corinthians 13:7, Romans 10:13-15, John 1:14, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus: Strength To Face Life’s Trials” Hebrews 12:1-3

Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 12, 2025

A message about surviving life's trials everyday with Jesus.

Good Morning Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Outline For John's Question And Jesus' Reply Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 13, 2025

John the Baptist was in prison and was concerned: was Jesus _really_ the One Who was to come? He sent two of his disciples to speak with Jesus. They received a reply that seemed to satisfy everyone.

An outline for John's question and Jesus' reply Introduction: Jesus had just performed two miracles by healing the servant (slave) of a Roman centurion (supervising 100 soldiers) and raising a dead young man back to life. Some disciples of John the Baptist heard of this and shared the news ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

If Jesus Knocked Right Now Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 24, 2025

Intro:

Title: If Jesus Knocked Right Now Intro: The Day of the Lord is as close as your next breath. Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44 Reflection My dear friends, have you ever had someone knock on your door when you were not expecting visitors? Perhaps you were still in your nightclothes, or the house was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-44

Denomination: Other

If You Know Me Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon emphasizes the importance of truly knowing Jesus, not just knowing about Him, as it leads to understanding salvation, God the Father, and living an empowered life.

It’s one thing to know about another person, and it’s a whole different thing to actually know a person through a mutually beneficial and encouraging relationship. In a similar vein, it’s one thing to know about Jesus; The facts and figures of His life, the names of his siblings, etc… It’s a whole ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Topics: Knowing Jesus, Eternal Life, Empowered Living

Ready Your Hearts Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the responsibility of Christians to prepare their hearts and live ready to share the hope they have in Christ with gentleness and respect.

Welcome back, church, for another wonderful weekend of worship. Whether you are with us in person or watching online, I want you to know that God has something to say to each one of us today as we continue in our series, Live Ready. Last week we talked about how we must be ready for some tough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Proverbs 4:23, Luke 6:45

Topics: Heart Preparation, Sharing Hope, Gentleness And Respect

Sermon Series: Live Ready