Sermons on Peter Standing Up:

Sermon On A Scapegoat

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 4, 2025

A scapegoat is defined as a person who is blamed for the wrongdoings, mistakes, or faults of others, especially for reasons of expediency.

Lloyd Blankfein, an American businessman once remarked: “There is a line in which populism can cross over into demagoguery. Demagoguery is the crossover where populism becomes a bad thing, and people make things up, and they assign responsibilities that aren't fair and justified, and scapegoat ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4, 2 Thessalonians 2:10, Philippians 3:21, Galatians 6:5

No Mediocrity Allowed Here

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 19, 2025

Did the Son of God, Jesus Christ, Lord and God and Creator of the Universe, put aside His transcendent glory and empty Himself, coming down all the way to assume our weak human nature so that we could “get by”?

Seventh Sunday in Course 2025 Unless you have a pretty strong grounding in what we used to call “Bible History,” today’s first reading could leave you a little blindsided, that is until you heard the Gospel. King Saul, first king of the Israelite kingdom, had taken three thousand of his best ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38, 1 Corinthians 15:45-49, 1 Samuel 26:2, 1 Samuel 26:7-9, 1 Samuel 26:12-13, 1 Samuel 26:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Power Of Fasting And Prayers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

Fasting and prayer are two powerful spiritual disciplines that work together to strengthen our connection with God. Through fasting, we humble ourselves before God, while prayer allows us to communicate directly with Him.

THE POWER OF FASTING AND PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 17:21 "However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-9, Joel 2:12-13, Mark 9:29, Luke 18:1, Acts 13:2-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting and prayer are two powerful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:21, Isaiah 58:6-9, Joel 2:12-13, Mark 9:29, Luke 18:1, Acts 13:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power To Crush The Yoke Of Delay

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 25, 2025

God is the author of divine acceleration, and He can restore wasted years and bring long-awaited promises to fulfillment in record time.

POWER TO CRUSH THE YOKE OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 10:27 – “And it shall come to pass in that day, that his burden shall be taken away from off thy shoulder, and his yoke from off thy neck, and the yoke shall be destroyed because of the anointing.” Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27, Habakkuk 2:3, Daniel 10:12-13, Exodus 12:40-41, Genesis 18:14, Psalm 102:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let The Wind Blow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

The wind of God is a powerful force that brings life, revival, breakthroughs, and divine direction. When God’s wind blows, everything changes.

LET THE WIND BLOW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ezekiel 37:9-10 "Then said he unto me, Prophesy unto the wind, prophesy, son of man, and say to the wind, Thus saith the Lord God; Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live. So I prophesied as he ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Recognising And Embracing Destiny Helpers Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

Destiny helpers are people divinely positioned to aid, uplift, and guide us toward fulfilling God's purpose for our lives.

RECOGNISING AND EMBRACING DESTINY HELPERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:33-35 "But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was: and when he saw him, he had compassion on him, And went to him, and bound up his wounds, pouring in oil and wine, and set him on his own ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:33-35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seeds Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 17, 2024

A sermon for Pentecost B, Lectionary 11

June 19, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church 2 Cor. 5:6-10, 14-17; Mark 4:26-34 The Seeds of the Kingdom Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Let’s pray: Almighty God, we pray, your kingdom come. Your kingdom certainly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10, Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Was Jesus A Carpenter?

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 22, 2024

A message about who Jesus was and who He is.

Sermon: "Why Was Jesus a Carpenter?" Let's begin by holding up our Bibles and declaring together: "This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the Word of God. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:3, Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God's Timing Genesis 16:1-6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 6, 2024

Genesis 16:1-6 is a passage that presents a pivotal moment in the lives of Abram, Sarai, and Hagar. This story reveals the complexities of human impatience and the importance of trusting God's timing.

Trusting God's Timing Genesis 16:1-6 Introduction: Today, we delve into Genesis 16:1-6, a passage that presents a pivotal moment in the lives of Abram, Sarai, and Hagar. This story reveals the complexities of human impatience and the importance of trusting God's timing. Let's explore ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-6, Genesis 16:1-2, Proverbs 3:5-6, Genesis 16:4-5, Galatians 6:7-8, Genesis 16:6, 1 John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Construction Of A King's Character (1 Samuel 16:14-23)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jul 7, 2024

God used solitude, secrecy, sameness, and struggle to shape the character and faith of David for his future role as king of Israel. God can use tools like these to shape anyone who surrenders their life to Him.

David had just been anointed as the next king of Israel by the prophet Samuel (1 Samuel 16:1-13), much to the amazement of his father and brothers. He had been in the fields of Judea tending the family flocks, seemingly consigned like the majority of the populace to live a life of productive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23, Mark 1:35, Matthew 25:21, Romans 8:28-29, Proverbs 15:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Growth In Christ

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 16, 2024

Adversity is not simply a tool. It is God's most effective tool for the advancement of our spiritual lives.

Grow … truly grow ... 2 Thessalonians 1:3 “We are bound to thank God always for you, brethren, as it is fitting, because your faith grows exceedingly, and the love of every one of you all abounds toward each other..” A)Church of Thessalonians I do receive plenty of rave reviews for my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Josiah's Reforms (2 Chronicles 34)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 25, 2025

How can we be rock solid with God?

Why did Israel and Judah waver between good and evil so often? Who can help us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 34. Did Josiah begin to seek the God of his ancestor David as he matured? Do we seek God? Josiah was eight years old when he became ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Pray In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 3, 2025

The 21st century believer is bombarded on every side — temptations, anxieties, cultural pressures, distractions, spiritual deception, and the subtle erosion of biblical conviction. Into this battlefield Paul gives us a clear command to pray in the Spirit.

Go! And Pray in the Spirit Introduction – Gripped by a Call to Battle Church, if there were ever a time when the people of God must awaken to the reality of spiritual warfare, it is now. The 21st century believer is bombarded on every side — temptations, anxieties, cultural pressures, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, Matthew 26:41, Colossians 4:2-3, Hebrews 4:16, Romans 10:13, Ephesians 2:1, Isaiah 59:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Grateful For This Year

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 8, 2025

The children of Israel complained in the wilderness, yet God had rescued them from Egypt. Their lack of gratitude kept them stuck where gratitude could have accelerated them.Do not enter the next year with the spirit of complaint. Enter with thanksgiving. Gratitude is the seed of expectation.

BE GRATEFUL FOR THIS YEAR Gratitude is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines in the life of a believer. It is not just a polite response to good things; it is a posture of the heart, a way of seeing, a way of thinking, and a way of walking with God. As this year moves toward its end, the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas: When Heaven Came Down To Earth Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 11, 2025

Christmas is the divine moment when God stepped out of eternity and entered humanity to redeem mankind.

CHRISTMAS: WHEN HEAVEN CAME DOWN TO EARTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 1:1-14 Key Verse: “And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us…” (John 1:14) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23; Luke 2:8-14; Philippians 2:6-11; Galatians 4:4-5 INTRODUCTION Christmas is more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God