Sermons on Pilgrim:

Jesus' Last Visit To The Temple

Contributed by James May on Apr 5, 2023

There is no doubt that Jesus' last temple visit was less than positive. It had become a den of thieves. However after he cleansed that temple it once again became a House of Prayer.

After the Triumphal Entry of Jesus through the Eastern Gate, the scripture records that he then left the city of Jerusalem and went to stay the night at the home of his friends, Mary, Martha and Lazarus. Then the next morning he set out once again to go to Jerusalem, about 2 miles away. It was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:13, Matthew 21:14-16, Luke 19:47-48, Luke 21:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blameless Behavior Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

Looking back over this defense of Paul, it is no wonder he was used of God the way he was. His courage in severe struggle; his master motive of pleasing God; his attitude of complete sincerity and gentleness, and his blameless behavior all add up to one of the most Christ-like lives ever lived.

These 5 verses conclude Paul’s defense of himself to the Thessalonians, and in them we see clearly that one of the basic secrets of success is to love your work. Paul’s work was reaching people with the Gospel and seeing them mature in the Christian life. He loved this work more than life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:8-12

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 14 – Dwelling In Darkness, Walled In With A Heavy Chain – Prayers Bounce And Ways Blocked And Crooked - Chapter 3:6-9 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 25, 2025

The people felt banished into darkness; walled in with a heavy chain. Their prayers did nothing as they believed God blocked their ways and made then crooked. How miserable can these survivors get, with all prospects gone?

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 14 – DWELLING IN DARKNESS, WALLED IN WITH A HEAVY CHAIN – PRAYERS BOUNCE AND WAYS BLOCKED AND CROOKED - CHAPTER 3:6-9 We are in the section where blame is attributed to God for the disasters that have overtaken the nation. Judah is in despair because of its ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:6, Lamentations 3:7, Psalm 107:10-15, Lamentations 3:8, Psalm 145:18, Isaiah 55:6-7, Lamentations 3:9, Deuteronomy 32:5, Ecclesiastes 1:15, Isaiah 54:2, Isaiah 40:4-5, Zechariah 12:9-10, Zechariah 14:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

(6) Eyes Wide Open Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 28, 2025

John's 6th sign. Jesus calls us to cast off bitterness and blame, receive His mercy, and follow Him with eyes wide open to new life.

Part One Jesus was on His way out of Jericho. Passover crowds filled the road. The noise of merchants and pilgrims echoed off the stone walls. And on that roadside sat a blind man named Bartimaeus—son of Timaeus. That name is striking. Timaeus means honorable. But nothing about this scene ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, John 9:1-3, Isaiah 62:1-3, Hebrews 12:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Beyond Silver Cages

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

God still speaks within every culture’s understanding, restoring forgotten truth and inviting each generation to move from knowledge to personal encounter.

(THE GOD WHO SPEAKS OUR LANGUAGE) Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:47, Daniel 6:26, Romans 1:19-20, Acts 17:23-28, John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

God Speaks My Language

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

God continually reveals Himself within the cultural, intellectual, and spiritual framework of the people He seeks to redeem.

(A Reflective Message) --- Opening Scene — Susa, Iran The ruins of the ancient palace lay scattered across the valley floor at Susa — low mounds of sunbaked earth and broken brick, the faint tracing of walls and courtyards that once belonged to Darius’s royal residence. You could still see ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:47, Daniel 6:26, Romans 1:19-20, Acts 17:23-28, John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Place And Need For Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001

Where does worship fit in with God’s plan for His people?

‘Sanctuary’ – A holy place; a place set apart for sacred uses ‘that I may dwell among them’ – to abide or lodge where the people are Why now? Why did God choose this time to make a ‘place to dwell’ among the people? I. The Journey of the People A. Sojourn in Egypt (Genesis 50:22-Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 25:8

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle Difficult Times

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 15, 2001

This is a devotional given to my leadership board for the month of November.

How to Handle Difficult Times Selected Passages November 13, 2001 Three Ways to handle difficult times I. Be Thankful 16 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18 give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 A. God has blessed us The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Mark 12:30-31

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus As A Youth Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 25, 2003

The childhood of Jesus gives us something to aim for in rearing our children AND something to aim for in our own lives, a sort of spiritual GED.

Jesus As A Youth (Luke 2:39-52) Main Idea: The childhood of Jesus gives us something to aim for in rearing our children AND something to aim for in our own lives, a sort of spiritual GED. TS------------->Let’s note some positive characteristics He developed in childhood. I. He Was Spiritually ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Meaning Of The New Birth Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Oct 18, 2002

This message deals with the meaning of the new birth as recorded in John chapter 3.

TEXT: John 3:1-21 ETS: Jesus instructs Nicodemus about the “New Birth”. ESS: The Term, “Born Again” is rich in meaning. OSS: Those who have never been born again will choose to be. PQ: What does it mean to be “Born Again”? UW: Facts TITLE:# “The Meaning of the New Birth” Series: “BACK TO THE ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Glorious Hope Of A Believer Even In Death

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the glorious hope of a believer even in death namely Rest,Reward,Rejoicing.Re-union,Resurrection ,Residence and Redeeemer.

THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* OUTLINE 1. REST 2. REWARD 3. REJOICING 4. RE-UNION 5. RESURRECTION 6. RESIDENCE 7. REDEEMER THE MESSAGE THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus – The Beginning And Ending Of Our Faith

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 7, 2007

Are you able to say that your walk is truly such where Jesus is your EVERYTHING? If so, this life becomes truly a suffering pilgrimage where our pattern of living truly despises this world while awaiting for the heavenly country.

Jesus – The Beginning and Ending of Our Faith Theme: Jesus Christ is our perfect pattern for us to set our eyes on as we endure in our walk. Heb. 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION A. Man has an insatiable desire to be his own lord. 1. Our experience – and more importantly, the scriptures – reveal this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All Things Are Become New

Contributed by Giovanni Solares on Aug 11, 2009

What are those things that became new, and are becoming new in the life of the believer of Christ.

“All Things Are Become New” 2 Corinthians 5:17 1. New Lord - God, Master, King, Father (2 Cor. 5:17; John 8:44; John 1:12; Matt. 6:9; ) 2. New Life - eternal life, changed life, Christian life, meaningful life, peaceful life, abundant life (John 3:16; 2 Cor. 5:17, Phil. 1:21; Gal. 2:20; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

All Things Are Become New

Contributed by Giovanni Solares on Aug 11, 2009

What are those things that were made new, became new, and are becoming new in the life of a believer of Christ?

“All Things Are Become New” 2 Corinthians 5:17 1. New Lord - God, Master, King, Father (2 Cor. 5:17; John 8:44; John 1:12; Matt. 6:9; ) 2. New Life - eternal life, changed life, Christian life, meaningful life, peaceful life, abundant life (John 3:16; 2 Cor. 5:17, Phil. 1:21; Gal. 2:20; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Keep Reading The Bible

Contributed by Mark Tonkery on Jan 27, 2012

This short sermon encourages Christians to keep reading the Bible and draw closer to God.

Let’s Keep Reading the Bible by Mark T. Tonkery A book recently was released that utilized an interdenominational panel to determine the 25 books every Christian should read. Many books you would expect to be on the list were there: The Confessions of Augustine, The Imitation of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ