Sermons on Preparation:

Get Ready! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 8, 2020

To get ready for Christ's soon return, be aware of the times, prepare for the trip, and care for each other.

Doug Mendenhall wrote a parable that gives us all something to think about: Jesus called the other day to say he was passing through and [wondered if] he could spend a day or two with us. I said, “Sure. Love to see you. When will you hit town?” That's when Jesus told me he was actually at a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2, Revelation 6:12-14, Revelation 16:16, Revelation 6:12, Revelation 9:1-11, Revelation 13:5, Revelation 12:6, Revelation 11:2-3, Joel 2:1-11, Revelation 16:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Next Generation Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 8, 2013

The Christian, and especially the elder of the church, is engaged in a lifelong campaign. He must prepare the next generation to enter into the conflict.

“This charge I entrust to you, Timothy, my child, in accordance with the prophecies previously made about you, that by them you may wage the good warfare, holding faith and a good conscience. By rejecting this, some have made shipwreck of their faith, among whom are Hymenaeus and Alexander, whom I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Envoy

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 26, 2013

The commission of John was to prepare the way for Jesus, not to seek honour for himself. The message of the gospel is not about us, it is about Jesus!

THE ENVOY. John 1:6-8. “There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of the Light, that all men through him might believe. He was not that Light, but was sent to bear witness of that Light.” John the Evangelist has introduced the Word of God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Refining Fire

Contributed by James May on Feb 19, 2022

The church needs the indwelling power of the Holy Ghost to be a refining fire and prepare us for the great deception of the end times.

The Refining Fire We cannot survive as faithful Christians in the hours to come without the Fire of the Holy Ghost in our midst. The baptism in the Holy Ghost is so important that Jesus told his disciples, who were obviously Believers who were Born Again, to wait in the upper room until the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Matthew 24:24, 1 Peter 1:17, Malachi 3:1-3, Acts 19:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Price Of Peace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus warns his followers that the consequences of following him will be painful and disruptive, and that they’d better be prepared for it.

The disciples were confused. When the Messiah came, peace and righteousness would reign from one end of the earth to the other. All the prophets agreed. And if Jesus was the Messiah as they were all now pretty sure he was, he would be the one who brought it about. He would be the Prince of Peace ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Begins

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 17, 2023

How did Jesus prepare for and begin His ministry? Let's find out in Matthew 4.

Jesus prepared for His ministry by fasting. He battled temptations and won. Let’s look at Matthew 4:1-11. Was Jesus thirsty or only hungry after fasting? The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert, so that the devil could test him. After Jesus had gone without eating for 40 days and nights, he was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Establishing Your God-Given Kingdom Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025

True elevation in God's kingdom is not random; it is the result of divine timing, preparation, obedience, and consistency in character.

ESTABLISHING YOUR GOD-GIVEN KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 5:1-25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Peter 5:6, Proverbs 21:31, Isaiah 60:22, Deuteronomy 28:13 INTRODUCTION: The journey to kingship for David was long and filled with trials, rejection, and delay. But in 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guide To Effective Preaching

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Preaching is more than just delivering a sermon; it is a divine assignment that requires preparation, anointing, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

GUIDE TO EFFECTIVE PREACHING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:2 – "Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine." INTRODUCTION Preaching is more than just delivering a sermon; it is a divine assignment ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the urgency, power, and comfort of prayer emphasizing that prayer is not just a preparation for greater work, but the greater work itself.

Good morning, church family. Today we're going to dive into a sermon about prayer - its urgency, its power, and the comfort it brings. We're going to focus on Psalm 102:1, which says, "Hear my prayer, O LORD; let my cry for help come to you." Now, you may be thinking, why the urgency? Why the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:1

Topics: Crying, God

The Prerequisites For Knowing The Voice Of God. Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

In this teaching we will learn of requirements which prepare you to hear the voice of God and discover His will for your life

THE PREREQUISITES FOR KNOWING THE VOICE OF GOD. KEY VERSES: I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

The Story Of Christmas

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Dec 20, 2025

This is a simple message prepared to present the Story of Christmas from Luke 2 and Matthew 2. It is simple and straight to the point.

The Story of Christmas Luke 2:1-20 Intro. This morning simply wanted to tell the story of Christmas I. The Preliminaries A. The Beginning. 1. The story of Christ’s birth begins with Him person. 2. He was there in the Beginning of it all. John 1:1-4 B. It continues throughout the history ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:1-4, John 1:14, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Ready To Respond Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to be prepared to respond to the world's injustices with faith, conviction, and love, guided by the teachings of the Bible.

Friends, welcome back to the best place you could be today: church! I’m thankful you decided to join us whether it be in person or online. God has something for you today, there’s no doubt about it. Maybe you already know this, but we are right in the middle of a series we started a few weeks ago ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Proverbs 4:23

Topics: Responding To Injustice, Deep Faith, Strong Convictions

Sermon Series: Live Ready

The Wise & The Foolish

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 8, 2005

The parable of the ten bridesmaids tells us: 1. You must be spiritually prepared. 2. No one can do it for you. 3. There is a day called "Too Late."

In April, 1988 the evening news reported on a photographer who was also a skydiver. He had jumped from a plane along with several other skydivers and filmed the group as they individually dove out of the plane and opened their parachutes. As the video was being shown of each member of the crew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, Matthew 25:1

Denomination: Methodist

The Last Breakfast Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The Lord's supper was prepared by others, but the Lord's breakfast is really just that, it is the Lord's breakfast that He prepared Himself. This is the only men's breakfast we read about in the Bible, and the Lord of the universe is both the host and the cook.

The Bible says God's mercies are new every morning, and the result is that many of His blessings have come to His people at breakfast. Hudson Taylor, the founder of the China Inland Mission, tells of this event in his life as he prepared to go to China. When he got to China he knew he would ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

"christ Is Coming!" The Call Of The Old Testament Prophets Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Jan 3, 2019

The countdown to Christmas is on! At least in most houses. It might have begun in November or possibly even earlier. But the countdown to Christmas actually began thousands of years ago when God first made the promise to send the Savior Jesus.

Has the countdown begun at your house? “What countdown?” you might ask. But don’t pretend like you don’t know what I’m talking about. The countdown to Christmas, of course! Now that countdown might be driven by different things. Some of you might be counting down the days to Christmas because ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran