Sermons on Possession:

Keys To Permanent Happiness

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 23, 2023

What are the secrets of happiness? Are they really secrets or just ignored? Let’s understand secrets of true, permanent happiness, found in the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12.

What are the secrets of happiness? Are they really secrets or just ignored? Let’s understand secrets of true, permanent happiness, found in the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12. Poor in Spirit And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when He was seated His disciples came to Him. 2 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

To See Beneath The Exterior Shell

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 20, 2022

A Sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 12

June 19, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 8:26-39; Galatians 3:23-29 To See Beneath the Exterior Shell Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Ubuntu” is a Zulu word with deep meaning in southern Africa. It’s one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39, Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Preferred Pronouns? - Or - You Shall Not Give False Testimony Against Your Neighbor

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 17, 2022

A look at the Ninth Commandment in a Woke World

In this information age, people know more things yet believe less. The world has lost the concept of absolute truth and information is not a substitute. It is being built on falsehood rather than honesty. “Justice is turned back, and righteousness stands far away; for truth has stumbled in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16, Isaiah 59:14, Exodus 23:1-3, John 8:44, Matthew 26:59-60, James 1:17, Philippians 4:19, Psalm 121:3, Psalm 84:11, Titus 2:14, 1 Peter 2:9, Revelation 21:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Giving In Honour Of The Lordship Of Christ

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 8, 2025

When we give in honour of the Lordship of Christ, it is not a loss—it is a gain. Giving reflects our faith, our heart, and our recognition of God's sovereignty.

GIVING IN HONOUR OF THE LORDSHIP OF CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 3:9-10 "Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine." Supporting Texts: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10, Malachi 1:6-8, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Matthew 2:11, John 12:3, Colossians 1:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Enlarges Borders Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 7, 2025

When God enlarges your borders, it is not just about personal gain but about fulfilling His purpose for your life. Enlargement brings greater responsibilities, more influence for His Kingdom, and a wider platform to glorify His name.

THE GOD WHO ENLARGES BORDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 (KJV) "And Jabez was more honourable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow. And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, Oh that thou wouldest bless ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Great Fear In The Church Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 27, 2024

A lesson that shows us that the Lord is active with His children and it is not the amount but the motive that is important.

“Great Fear In The Church” Acts 5:1-11 I can’t say for anyone else but I pray often for a personal revival and a church wide revival. What is taking place in our verses today is the example of what the Lord has desired of His children; to draw us closer to Himself. A great bit of personal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Types Of Restoration In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025

The God of restoration not only gives back what was lost but also brings increase, multiplication, and honour in greater measure than before.

TYPES OF RESTORATION IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Jesus Meets The Broken Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 22, 2025

This is the 28th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#28] WHEN JESUS MEETS THE BROKEN Luke 8:26-39 Introduction: This morning, we will look at a powerful story where Jesus meets a man who is very broken and hurting. In a World full of pain and suffering, this story shows us that Jesus does not stay away from our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39, Matthew 8:28-34, Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Story Within A Story Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 8, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 6: 8 – 8:1

Acts 6: 8 – 8:1 A story within a story 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. 9 Then there arose some from what is called the Synagogue of the Freedmen (Cyrenians, Alexandrians, and those from Cilicia and Asia), disputing with Stephen. 10 And they were ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

He Only Is My Rock And My Salvation Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SECURITY MUST BE FOUND IN GOD ALONE

BIG IDEA: SECURITY MUST BE FOUND IN GOD ALONE INTRODUCTION: Where do people look for security? I. THESIS STATEMENT / REFRAIN -- TESTIMONY OF A MAN OF FAITH SECURITY MUST BE FOUND IN GOD ALONE (:1-2) Heb. word "alone" occurs 6 times at the beginning of verses 1,2,4,5,6,9 A. Single Focus of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Commission To Do A Mission

Contributed by Steven Swaggerty on Oct 18, 2000

COMMISSION 1 a) an authorization to perform certain duties or tasks, or to take on certain powers b) a document giving such authorization 2 authority to act in behalf of another 3 that which a person is authorized to do for another 4 the state of being authorized to perform certain duties or

COMMISSION 1 a) an authorization to perform certain duties or tasks, or to take on certain powers b) a document giving such authorization 2 authority to act in behalf of another 3 that which a person is authorized to do for another 4 the state of being authorized to perform certain duties or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

How To Rely On Jesus Your Advocate

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How tragic it is to live life without a real advocate.

How tragic it is to live life without a real advocate. Everybody needs an intercessor from time to time. A true advocate is a friend, who exerts influence for another. In a court of law, an advocate pleads the case of an accused in terms that seeks a reprieve. More precious words were never spoken ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man Who Came To The Altar Too Late

Contributed by David Carter on Apr 4, 2001

Repentance that came too late

THE MAN WHO CAME TO THE ALTAR TOO LATE Text: I Kings 2: 28-34 HERE WE FIND A REAL SAD PICTURE: JOAB LAYING ON A BLOOD SOAKED ALTAR, DEAD! --- Joab fled unto the tabernacle of the Lord, and caught hold on the horns of the altar.. (V.28) which he had yet very seldom ever done before. As far as we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:28-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Your Treasures Are You'll Be Also

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 28, 2001

INTENDED TO STIMULATE THE BELIEVER INTO STORING UP FOR THEMSELVES HEAVENLY RICHES INSTEAD OF EARTHLY TREASURES.

Where Your Treasures Are You’ll Be Also Text Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroy and where thieves do not break in and steal. For ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Authorized Part 2

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Aug 4, 2004

The second part of Are You Authorized studying those who are authorized to do the work of God.

Last week we talk about being authorized to do the things of God. We looked at how ministries, ministers and churches can do what seems to be Godly things but they were not authorized by God and therefore unlawful and not of God. We also discussed the punishment for such actions. Tonight we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational