Sermons on Personal Inventory:

Peter Speaks - A First Person Narrative Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on May 2, 2017

Peter speaks about some of his experiences with Jesus over the past three years. He recounts the struggles and emotions of what happens during Holy Week. Where is Jesus? Is he really alive? What does the mean?

Peter Speaks Various accounts from the gospels about Holy Week EASTER – April 16, 2017 You are welcome to use this first person narrative. It was a joy to write and a joy to share. I was just finishing a series on Peter but it could be used anytime but especially around Good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-38, John 13:21-38, Matthew 27:11-66, Luke 23:1-55, Luke 24:1-12, Luke 5:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Recognizing The Work Of The Holy Spirit In A Person. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who dwells in the hearts of believers, guiding, empowering, and transforming them.

Holy Spirit is the Sanctifier, the Helper, Comforter, the Giver of graces, he who leads persons to the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is credited with inspiring believers and allowing for them to interpret all the sacred scripture, and leads prophets both in Old Testament and New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, John 16:8-11, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:16  (view more)  (view less)

Giving Back To God: A Personal Reflection SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

What can I give back to the Lord for all the good things He has done for me? This question forms the basis of our sermon, encouraging a personal and thoughtful reflection on our relationship with God.

Today, we will explore a deeply personal and practical question: "What can I give to the Lord for all His blessings towards me?" This question arises from a heart filled with gratitude and a desire to respond to God's goodness. Let us delve into the content of Psalm 116 to find answers. First, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-19

Topics: Gratitude, Obedience

Balancing Personal Pursuits With Kingdom Priorities Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 7 reminds us that while it is not wrong to build personal projects, God's house and His priorities must always come first.

BALANCING PERSONAL PURSUITS WITH KINGDOM PRIORITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 7:1-51 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:33; Haggai 1:3-9; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Chronicles 3:1-2; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: After completing the house of the Lord in seven years, Solomon began to build ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 7:1-51

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Personal Relationship With The Church And Its Congregation Series

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Feb 4, 2025

1 John 3:18: “Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.” (NIV).

PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CHURCH AND ITS CONGREGATION 50th Cornerstone Evangelical Baptist Church, San Francisco By: Rev. Saumiman Saud *) A healthy church is a church whose parishioners have a good relationship with the Lord. To establish a healthy relationship with God, it is necessary to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Pray For You: The Power Of Personal Intercession”

Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Apr 7, 2025

Breakthrough is in your own mouth. After today, the enemy is going to know you’re not just an intercessor for others—you’re a watchman over your own soul.

Pray for YOU: The Power of Personal Intercession” Scripture Texts: Luke 18:13, John 17:15, Hebrews 4:16, Exodus 23:22 (KJV) Introduction There is a war raging in the spirit realm—unseen but very real. Every day, arrows are flying, altars are speaking, and assignments from hell are being released. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:13, John 17:15

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Waiting On God To Bring The Right Person Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 10, 2024

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding...

The Bible teaches us several key principles about waiting on God to bring the right person. 1. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." (Proverbs 3:5-6) This verse reminds us to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:4

"The Personal Altar— The Secret Place” Series

Contributed by Dustin Boden on Oct 19, 2024

We are in dark and challenging times, and the greatest battles are fought and won at the altar.

“The Personal Altar— The Secret Place” Matthew 6:6 NKJV 6 But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. Introduction: We are in the third message of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Personal Invitation From Jesus To You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Jesus invites everyone into a relationship with Him, knows us intimately, and meets us where we are, offering love, acceptance, and forgiveness.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into the book of John, specifically John 1:43-53, where we learn three key lessons: Jesus' invitation is for everyone, He knows who we are, and He meets us where we are. These lessons aren't just for the people in the Bible, they're for ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Topics: Lessons, Jesus Meeting, Nathanael

We Must Know God Personally PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to explore the story of Abraham and Isaac, emphasizing God's unchanging love and faithfulness, and our calling to know God personally.

Good morning, family! Today, we gather to explore a story that spans generations, a story of God's unchanging love and faithfulness. J.I. Packer writes, "Once you become aware that the main business that you are here for is to know God, most of life's problems fall into place of their own accord." ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-6

Topics: Relationship, God

Getting To Know The Power Of Faith Personally PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

Encourages believers to actively embrace faith as a transformative power, shaping their lives, relationships, and destinies in alignment with God's will.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am thrilled to be standing before you today, ready to delve into the beautiful and profound depths of God's Word. We are gathered here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our loving Father has brought us together to share in the ...read more

Topics: Power, Faith

Recognize The Image Of God In Every Person PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our divine creation in God's image, our purposeful existence, and the importance of recognizing God's presence in our interactions with others.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sanctuary of faith, hope, and love. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we enter into this time of reflection and worship, let us turn our hearts and minds to a passage from the very beginning of our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1

Topics: Value, Priceless

The Hope Of Revival

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 1, 2007

This sermon seeks to communicate the truth of how revival can become a reality for the person who realizes that hope rests inside of you through Christ.

My question today is, “What is the hope of revival?” In all honesty the answer is, it’s a mystery. It’s a mystery in the biblical sense of that word. I believe the hope of revival is in the mystery that has now been made known verses 26-27, “the mystery that has been kept hidden for ages and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

Identifying Icebergs: Finding And Fixing Areas Of Personal Weakness Series

Contributed by David Deborde on Oct 17, 2001

Ways to identify and correct areas of spiritual weakness.

Identifying Icebergs: Finding and Fixing Areas of Spiritual Weakness "Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine. Test yourselves. . ." - 2 Corinthians 13.5a (NLT) "Instead, let us test and examine our ways. Let us turn again in repentance to the Lord" - Lamentations 3.40 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Lamentations 3:40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian 12 Steps

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 8, 2014

Recently I had a witnessing opportunity with an alcoholic who wanted nothing to do with Jesus but was devoted to the "god as we understand him" promoted in the 12 step program. This is a closer look at those steps and how they compare to Scripture.

Recount the interaction between the alcoholic and me at the dinner we were catering with Barb in Collins Center. He was drunk He did not want to hear about Jesus He kept referring to "god as I understand him" 12 Steps of AA (written in the past tense for some reason) 1) "We admitted we were ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-10

Denomination: Nazarene