Sermons on Pitfalls To Avoid:

Good Grief, Or Is It?

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 3, 2012

It is an oxymoron, but believe it or not the Bible says that grief can be good for us.

GOOD GRIEF An oxymoron---Good used instead of saying God (something sought after) Grief (something we try to avoid) To be in heaviness; distressed; to be vexed Something bothers you, then it becomes a burden, it may continue a hang on and become a grief. Eph. 4:30 30 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:71

Denomination: Pentecostal

Trip With Out A Map Series

Contributed by Andrew Hart on Mar 10, 2020

What happens when you do not have a map for your faith journey?

What if we viewed our faith journey like a road trip? A few weeks ago, I was busily preparing for my journey to North Carolina. I programmed the destination in my GPS, fueled up the truck (yes, I said truck), checked where construction delays were, and of course made sure I had snacks and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Sefish Pride Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 16, 2012

Do things not for temporal selfish gains but for eternal blessings!

Please open your Bibles to Luke 14….. We note at the very beginning of Luke 14 that Jesus was invited to a Sabbath Feast. All Jews during Jesus’ time celebrated the Sabbath and all homes were open to anyone. Jesus went to a house of a prominent Pharisee, a Religious and Community ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Staying Spiritually Alert Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world is full of distractions, temptations, and unseen spiritual battles that require believers to be vigilant at all times.

STAYING SPIRITUALLY ALERT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 5:8-9 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:40-41, Romans 13:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8, Ephesians 6:10-18, Revelation 3:2-3 INTRODUCTION: In this end-time season, spiritual alertness is no longer optional—it is essential. The world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Preach To Who Are Addicted To Gambling And Online Gambling So That They Repent Immediately!

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 26, 2025

Gambling is a game where players bet to choose one option among several options, and only one option is correct and becomes the winner. The losing players give their bets to the winner.

Preach to those who are addicted to gambling and online gambling so that they repent immediately! What is gambling? Gambling is a game where players bet to choose one option among several options, and only one option is correct and becomes the winner. The losing players give their bets to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unforgivable Sin: Understanding Sin, Forgiveness, And The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on May 3, 2023

The Unforgivable Sin: Understanding Sin, Forgiveness, and the Holy Spirit

The Unforgivable Sin: Understanding Sin, Forgiveness, and the Holy Spirit Introduction The concept of blasphemy of the Holy Spirit and the unforgivable sin is a topic that has been debated by theologians for centuries. The concept is rooted in the Bible and has been interpreted in various ways by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32, Mark 3:22-30, Luke 12:10

Be Strong (2 Timothy 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 11, 2024

Do we allow Christ to make us strong and faithful? Let's discuss this in 2 Timothy 2.

Do we allow Christ Jesus to make us strong? Should we entrust the Gospel to faithful men? Should we meditate on Jesus? Do we endure all things? Have we died with Him? Are we faithful, just as He remains faithful? Let’s discuss this in 2 Timothy 2. Did Paul want Timothy to let Christ make him ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Over Sin And Walking In The Spirit. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 3, 2024

While accepting Jesus at a young age can be a genuine experience, it is important to understand that salvation is not just a one-time event.

Accepting Jesus as Savior at a young age, even as young as 7, does not guarantee a life of perfect obedience or immunity from sin. Salvation is a gift of grace received through faith in Jesus Christ, and it is a personal relationship that grows and matures over time. While accepting Jesus at a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8-10, Philippians 2:12-13, Hebrews 3:14

Going Beyond The Fence. Jeremiah 29:11

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 10, 2024

An encouragement to move forward with the Lord. Learning how to use the past parts of our lives to obey the Lord and be used by Him.

An Encouragement to Move Forward with the Lord: Learning to Use Our Past to Obey and Be Used by Him Stand with me, lift your Bible, and repeat after me: 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 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thirty-Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A.-- Talents And Fear Based Decisions

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 21, 2023

You can teach an old dog new tricks

Sir Michael Costa, the celebrated conductor of the 19th century, was holding a rehearsal. As the mighty chorus rang out, accompanied by scores of instruments, the piccolo player--a little pint-sized flute--thinking perhaps that his contribution would not be missed amid so much music, stopped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Catholic

Filthy Lucre

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2022

Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13.

Should we boycott corporations that deal in dirty money, or is all money really filthy lucre? Are our tainted tithes and offerings usable for heavenly purposes? Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13. People versus Profits Luke 16:1-4 Jesus told ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Securing Divine Help Through Faithful Stewardship Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2026

Divine help and supernatural favour are activated in the life of believers who are faithful and responsible with God’s resources, opportunities, and assignments.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH FAITHFUL STEWARDSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 16:10-12 Key Verse: "He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much." — Luke 16:10 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Self-Exaltation Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 9, 2026

This message teaches that self-exaltation leads to pride, rebellion, divine correction, and ultimate confusion, emphasizing humility and dependence on God.

THE DANGER OF SELF-EXALTATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 11:1-9 Key Verse: “And the LORD said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language; and this they begin to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.” (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Handling Offences And Conflicts In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 8, 2025

Jesus acknowledged that offences would come, but He also gave us practical steps for dealing with them. Ministry is about relationships—between us and God, and between us and others. If these relationships are not properly maintained, the work of God can be hindered.

HANDLING OFFENCES AND CONFLICTS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:18, James 1:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Offences and conflicts are inevitable in life, and especially within ministry. When people of different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Signs That Your Spiritual Fire Is Dying

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 16, 2025

Spiritual fire does not die suddenly—it fades gradually. A believer must stay alert to the early warning signs.

SIGNS THAT YOUR SPIRITUAL FIRE IS DYING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 2:1-5 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:12, 2 Timothy 4:10, 1 Kings 19:9-10, Jeremiah 2:2-5, Galatians 5:7 INTRODUCTION: Fire represents passion, zeal, and the vibrant presence of God in a believer’s life. In ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God