Sermons on Power Of Praise:

Masturbation, The Spiritual Battle Against The Flesh

Contributed by Robert Irvine on May 24, 2024

Some say that the Bible does not mention masturbation or self-gratification or “solo sex,” as it’s sometimes called. They say that it is silent on the subject and that the Bible does not state whether or not masturbation is a sin.

I was asked about masturbation and what I thought of it. He then offered up, “Why is masturbation classed as a sin?” “I’m on Christian sites where people are saying that it’s all wrong and that you shouldn’t being stuff like that but surely God wants us to love either with a partner or ourself.” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:9-10, Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

14 Stages Of The Pilgrimage Journey Of The Christian Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 24, 2024

We’re going to piece together the different pictures we created into a depiction of the Christian life from the moment we first find salvation in Jesus, to the moment we pass into the next life.

Growing up my mother’s favorite New Year’s Eve tradition was to start and finish a puzzle. The puzzles were big and difficult. We would race against the clock, trying to complete it by midnight. Even though we were all working together, the puzzle would take hours to finish. We watched the clock ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-11, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Philippians 3:8-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Four Invitations To Discipleship

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 26, 2024

The Lord's four invitations to discipleship to all those who have been saved.

The Four Invitations to Discipleship Matthew 16:24-26 24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. 26 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Raising Of Jairus' Daughter

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 28, 2024

The accounts of the woman with the issue of blood and the raising to Jairus daughter are interleaved. Why?

The Raising of Jairus' Daughter Matthew 9:18–26 NKJV While He spoke these things to them, behold, a ruler came and worshiped Him, saying, “My daughter has just died, but come and lay Your hand on her and she will live.” So Jesus arose and followed him, and so did His disciples. And suddenly, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A New King Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Jun 1, 2024

Despite his faults, God chose David to be king, a man after God's own heart. How does David point us to Jesus and what does this mean for us today?

As part of my sermon research this week, I had to watch the movie Rudy. As you may know, it’s about a young man who dreamed of playing football for Notre Dame. Most people had written him off- he was too small, he didn’t have the grades to go to college, and even if he did, he couldn’t afford the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Angle From Above

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Easter Sunday morning sermon about the angle we look down on the cross

Background to passage: There were a lot of things to clean up for the Apostle Paul in the Corinthian church. Evidently there were some within the church who were teaching that there was no resurrection of the dead. Paul knows this is at the center of the Christian faith, for as he said, “But if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Marriage Covenant

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jun 20, 2025

In this message, I will show you through Scripture what God's true intentions are for the most sacred of all covenants, "The Marriage Covenant".

What is God's true purpose for marriage? What is the marriage covenant? Do I have a marriage covenant with my spouse and God? These are the questions that are in desperate need of answers! And not just any answers. These are questions that only the Bible can answer. These are questions we ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Magnify God-4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 8, 2025

4 of 6. David was a recipient of YHWH-God’s protection(deliverance/rescue), & so David magnified Him. God’s people magnify God. But, When or How do I/you/we truly magnify God? To Magnify God In Your Life, God must be...

To MAGNIFY GOD-IV—Psalm 34:5(:1-10) [VBS Theme—‘Magnified’—Psalm 34:3] Attention: Subway Violinist Experiment: This is a true story. In Washington DC, at a Metro Subway Station, during the morning rush hour, on a cold January morning in 2007, a man with a violin played six Bach pieces for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:5, Psalm 34:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Well With My Soul

Contributed by Gerry Takaria on Jul 12, 2025

There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul."

"It Is Well with My Soul" Introduction There are moments in life when storms rage, when pain and uncertainty threaten our peace. Yet, there is a profound declaration that echoes through the ages: "It is well with my soul." This phrase, immortalized by Horatio Spafford after ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 25 – Mercilessly Hunted Down And Silenced In A Pit; Waters Of Judgment Flowed Over The Heads - Chapter 3:52-54 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 22, 2025

What is it to be hunted down and thrown into a pit of silence, and then to be sealed there by a stone? These survivors from the Babylonian holocaust describe their feelings. The waters of judgement surged over their heads. Jesus has identified with His people by passing that way Himself.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 25 – MERCILESSLY HUNTED DOWN AND SILENCED IN A PIT; WATERS OF JUDGMENT FLOWED OVER THE HEADS - CHAPTER 3:52-54 The laments of the people and of Jeremiah continue through the next three verses, then move into more positive territory as prayer sets the focus. I hope ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:52, John 8:44, Lamentations 3:53, Jeremiah 38:2, Jeremiah 38:6, Genesis 37:22-24, Lamentations 3:54, Psalm 69:1-2, Psalm 69:14-15, Jonah 2:3-5, Job 29:2-3, Hebrews 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deep Changes Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 28, 2025

To what degree am I receiving the Love of God. Where are we in our love for God and for each other? Where do we need to grow? Where do we need to change?

In order to fulfill God’s mission for us as individuals and His church, we need to continually mature in our total being (mind, emotions, and will). As human beings, as men and women, made in God’s image He created us for His purpose and His glory. However, because of the Fall, sin has done its ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Return Of Christ, In God’s Perfect Time. Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 24, 2024

Peter instills an urgency and gospel movement motivation from this chapter. Peter said the Lord told him he was about to be executed.

The Return of Christ, in God’s perfect time. 2 Peter 3:1-18 I was interviewing new believers from a great movement that led to thousands turning to Christ in areas where prior to this, trees and rocks were worshipped, then there was this great turning to Christ. A place where they never heard ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 3 – Jeremiah Commissioned; Two Visions; And God Demands Action Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 26, 2024

Jeremiah is commissioned by the Lord for the task ahead. Two visions speak of coming judgement upon Judah, and God demands the prophet acts urgently with the message God gave him of impending doom.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 3 – JEREMIAH COMMISSIONED; TWO VISIONS; AND GOD DEMANDS ACTION PART 3 – Jeremiah 1:9-17 CHAPTER 1 {{Jeremiah 1:9-10 Then the LORD stretched out His hand AND TOUCHED MY MOUTH, and the LORD said to me, “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth. See, I have appointed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:9-10, Jeremiah 1:11-12, Isaiah 55:10-11, 2 Peter 3:3-5, Jeremiah 1:13-15, Jeremiah 1:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing The Depths Of Jesus Christ: Launching Out Toward The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2024

Delving into the Christian classic "Experiencing the Depths of Jesus Christ" by Jeanne Guyon. Looking at what it means to have a deep, meaningful relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Looking at our heart, God's heart, and union with God's heart.

Today we’re going to set out on an adventure. We’re going to launch out into the depths of God and seek to discover a beautiful mystery, called “the depths of Jesus Christ.” We all long I think for a deeper more meaningful relationship with God. Yet I think for a lot of us it may seem out of reach. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 7:34, Romans 8:32

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Foundation Of Love Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 9, 2024

In everything we do we have to learn. We have to be taught how to love. Love is not something that is automatic. We have to be taught how to love. We have to pursue love.People love not because they are not taught.

Series: PURSUING THE LOVE OF GOD Topic: THE FOUNDATION OF LOVE I. Introductory Remarks. We begin a new series on love entitled “ pursuing the love of God” It is such a simple topic but there is so much in the Word of God on the topic of love. I just want us to see how important love is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1