Sermons on Person Of Goodwill:

If The Date Of Salvation Is Already Fixed By God, Then Why Should I Pray Ha

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 15, 2018

The idea, ‘God is anyway going to save the person only in His time’, takes the onus away from intense praying, wrestling in prayer for the unsaved person, intense fasting and also thereby takes away the guilt of prayerlessness.

If the date of salvation is already fixed by God, then why should I pray hard? Genesis 18:32 Then he said, "Oh may the Lord not be angry, and I shall speak only this once; suppose ten are found there?" And He said, "I will not destroy it on account of the ten." 19:24 Then the LORD rained on Sodom ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praise And Worship As It Pertains To Leadership

Contributed by Charles Jones on Apr 14, 2020

A worship leader must be a person of proven character, whose personal life and integrity is above reproach. As a humble servant of God, his/her actions will always call attention to God and never seek to bring glory to themself.

Praise and Worship As It Pertains To Leadership We must follow God's ordained plan and pattern for spiritual leadership in the church if we expect God's anointing to come upon the praise and worship service. PASTOR AND OTHER MINISTERING ELDERS The pastor and the elders of the church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Effect Of Sin Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

Paul discusses the role of the Law in conviction and confrontation with the Sin of a person. The law of the Lord which is known as the Law of Moses is not evil, not bad, not tyrant but the person who reads it is a corrupted, sinful man, and he is bad in character and nature.

Romans 07:07-25 - The effect of Sin Romans 7:7-11 Sin is Dead without Law Paul discusses the role of the Law in conviction and confrontation with the Sin of a person. The law of the Lord which is known as the Law of Moses is not evil, not bad, not tyrant but the person who reads it is a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Baptism Of John Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 21, 2021

Re-baptism is a practice of some Baptist churches. This message looks at re-baptism in the New Testament, and discusses how when a person’s baptism is done under the wrong belief system, then the individual needs to be re-baptized.

I have entitled our message this morning, “The Baptism of John.” We have recently been learning about baptism, and today, I am going to be discussing false baptisms; and the best way to present this message is by looking at what the New Testament refers to as “the baptism of John.” This was a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-8, Acts 18:24-26, Acts 19:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Hates All Forms Of Idolatry

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 15, 2003

A person seldom considers that his own selfishness can be an idol, as "self" is more important than God. Very few consider that anything, which is more important to a person than obeying God, may be considered an idol.

Why God Hates All Forms of Idolatry A person may not consider that an automobile, house, certain possessions, a hobby, a person, a political party, a cause, a job, a sport, an addiction, lusts, pleasures, or some other thing, can become an idol. A person may not consider that stubbornness is as ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Limit God, With Man's Limitations

Contributed by Mark Engler on Oct 14, 2002

I preached this sermon to get the congregation to renew their dedication to serving the Lord. To help them realize it takes the whole congregation if we want the church to grow, not just one person. A lot of this sermon is personal therefore the intro a

“Don’t Limit God With Man’s Limitations” Theme: Our Service to God Text: Romans: 12:1-21 Prop: Every Christian has the responsibility of service Trans: Don’t let the mind of man dictate our service to God. INTRO: I’ve been preaching at this church now for going on 10 months and I think I’m ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Something Has To Give Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

A book sermon to introduce a series through Philippians - looking at it from the perspective of our stewardship. Genuine joy involves a personal decision to have godly priorities.

It had been a hard winter in the Appalachian area. The snow had piled up deeper and deeper, the mercury dropped, rivers froze, people suffered. The Red Cross was using helicopters to fly in supplies to residents. One crew had been working day after day--long hours. They were on their way home late ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Summary Of The Law, And A Question Of Identity

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 6, 2014

Often men are more interested in proving the prowess of their own religious party, rather than listening to Jesus. There are times when we need to stop speaking, stop questioning, and start listening to what God is saying in His Word.

A SUMMARY OF THE LAW, AND A QUESTION OF IDENTITY. Matthew 22:34-46. This section begins with the Pharisees gathered together with just one malicious desire. They had heard Jesus “putting the Sadducees to silence” (Matthew 22:34), and yet they still imagined that they could outwit Him with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mission Of Jesus: Seeking And Saving The Lost Luke 19:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 27, 2024

Luke 19:10 encapsulates Jesus divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach and heal but ultimately to seek and save the lost.

The Mission of Jesus: Seeking and Saving the Lost Luke 19:10 Introduction: Today, we turn our attention to a profound declaration made by Jesus in Luke 19:10, which encapsulates His divine purpose and mission. This verse reveals the heart of our Saviour, who came into the world not only to teach ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:6, Matthew 18:11-14, Luke 15:1-7, John 3:16, Ephesians 1:7, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 10:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A New Phase Of Life-1(:14-16)(2024)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 28, 2024

1 of ? Joshua recognized a major benchmark in Israel’s progress toward inheriting the Promised Land. Graduates have reached a benchmark in their societal expectations toward opening up their future. But, How do we enter/begin a new phase of life?

A NEW PHASE Of LIFE-I—Joshua 24:14-28 Attention: Graduates of High School, & College. Need: If your work continues without serving God, then you’ve chosen your god, & your god is YOU! Every grade-school graduate has reached a benchmark in their societal expectations. They have exited ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-16, Joshua 24:14-28

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Identity In Christ (Ii): We Are Sinners And Need God’s Forgiveness”

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jun 2, 2021

Knowing who we are in Christ is vital. Without it, we can be confused, lost, and have no meaning and purpose in our lives, and therefore, fail to accomplish God's plans for us. This is the second sermon series on "Our Identity in Christ."

The second element about "Self-Identity" that we need to understand is that we are human beings who have sinned and need God's forgiveness. Let's read Genesis 3:6 - “When the woman saw that the fruit of the tree was good for food and pleasing to the eye, and also desirable for ...read more

Scripture: James 1:15, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 6:12, Matthew 7:23, Matthew 6:14-15, 1 Timothy 2:14, Matthew 18:15, John 8:46, Romans 3:23, Psalm 51:5, 1 John 1:8-9, Genesis 3:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Remember The God Who Has Done Great Things Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2025

As believers, we are called to remember God’s faithfulness, rehearse His goodness, and pass it on. This is not mere nostalgia—it is worship. It is obedience. It is Gospel witness.

Go! And Remember the God Who Has Done Great Things Joshua 22:24 (NLT): "The truth is, we have built this altar because we fear that in the future your descendants will say to ours, 'What right do you have to worship the Lord, the God of Israel?" Exodus 3:6 (NLT): "I am the God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:6, Exodus 20:2, Deuteronomy 5:6, Psalm 78:4-6, Psalm 102:18, Psalm 145:7, Romans 5:8, 1 Samuel 7:12, Joshua 22:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Coming King: Living In The Hope Of His Return Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 13, 2025

As believers, we live between two worlds: the now and the not-yet. Jesus Christ, the King of kings, has promised He will return, and when He does, everything will be made right.

The Coming King: Living in the Hope of His Return” Introduction Imagine standing on a hilltop at dawn, watching the first rays of sunlight break over the horizon. The darkness flees, shadows scatter, and the world is bathed in a new light. This is a glimpse, a shadow, of what it will be like when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Revelation 19:11-16, Matthew 24:30-31, Revelation 22:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Invite Le Fatigue

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Feb 25, 2005

Jesus inivtes some tired persons to come to him, let’s go the altar !

JESUS INVITE LE FATIGUE « Venez à moi, vous tous qui êtes fatigués et chargés, et je vous donnerai du repos. 29 Prenez mon joug sur vous et recevez mes instructions, car je suis doux et humble de coeur; et vous trouverez du repos pour vos âmes. 30 Car mon joug est doux, et mon fardeau léger. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reclaiming The Wastelands

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2005

Every person has various wastelands in their lives that Jesus wants to reclaim for His glory

Reclaiming the Wastelands 2 Chronicles 7:14 November 13, 2005 Morning Service Introduction Just outside of Crooksville Ohio, there was a large plot of land for sale, close to 100 acres, 94 to be exact. (If memory serves me right). The price was an unbelievable $500 per acre and that made the whole ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Church Of God