Sermons on Preparedness:

Jesus The Bridegroom Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 9, 2025

Jesus, as the Bridegroom, demonstrates covenantal, sacrificial, and unending love for His Church, seeking to sanctify, purify, and glorify His people.

JESUS THE BRIDEGROOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 5:25-27 Key Verse: “Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself for it; That he might sanctify and cleanse it with the washing of water by the word, That he might present it to himself a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing For The Rapture

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

The Rapture refers to the moment when Jesus Christ will return to take His faithful followers to be with Him. It is a glorious hope for believers but a moment of great regret for the unprepared.

Title: PREPARING FOR THE RAPTURE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 "For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral For A Stillborn Baby

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 8, 2021

Some of the most difficult funerals I have ever officiated were over stillborn babies. I trust something I share here will assist in your preparation for this challenging task. – Dr. Vorce

Baby’s Name: _________________________________ Mother’s Name: _____________________________________ Father’s Name: ______________________________________ Date of Death: _______________________________________ Gender: _____________ Weight and Size: ________ lbs. ________ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:26, Romans 8:18, Philippians 4:13, Philippians 4:6-7, Isaiah 40:28-31, Matthew 11:28-30, Psalm 139:13-16, Psalm 46:1, Psalm 51:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Making Memories In Israel

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 25, 2018

Sharing two key places in Israel from a recent trip to the Holy Land.

The Importance of the Land of Israel Exodus 23.31 31 And I will set your border from the Red Sea to the Sea of the Philistines, and from the wilderness to the Euphrates, for I will give the inhabitants of the land into your hand, and you shall drive them out before you. MAPS – Then and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C - Parable Of The Supervising Servant

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 8, 2025

Jesus is coming for you when he is ready, not when you get ready.

Our Gospel parable today of the Supervising Servant tells us that everybody has a day when we will be judged immediately after death, but the day and time is unspecified, and so Jesus is giving a series of admonitions saying to be prepared and vigilant. Jesus probably delivered the parable as a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-48

Denomination: Catholic

Messianic Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 13, 2023

To explore the parable of the Great Banquet, emphasizing the importance of accepting God's invitation to His kingdom and the severe consequences of rejecting it.

Good morning, Church family. Today, we will delve into the captivating parable of the Great Banquet as narrated in Matthew 22:1-14. Charles Spurgeon, a respected Christian author, once said, "When you see no present advantage, walk by faith and not by sight. Do God the honor to trust Him when it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Messiah, Wedding-Feast

The Disposition For Position-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 8, 2014

1 of 2. Jesus characterized the disposition needed for holding position & power in Jesus’ disciples. But what is the proper disposition? Position & power in Jesus’ disciples is tied to our...

The DISPOSITION For POSITION-I—Mark 10:35-45 Attention: A Better Solution When NASA first started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in 0 gravity. To combat this problem, NASA scientists spent a decade & billions of dollars developing a pen that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

"The Walk Of Peace" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 23, 2004

We are not called to be peacekeepers, but peacemakers. (#20 in The Christian Victor series)

“…and having shod your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace…” The footwear of the Roman soldier was of special design. It was a sandal; more specifically, a thick leather sole that was held on by straps. It was also studded on the bottom so the Soldier could better keep his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15

Denomination: Orthodox

Leadership Traits Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 8, 2009

What do you picture when you think of a leader? What traits do you think a leader should have? Our passage today tells us what Nehemiah’s leadership traits were, and they might surprise you.

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ It’s time for us to rethink our picture of leadership in the church. And, by the way, when we talk about leadership in the context of Nehemiah, we’re not talking specifically about pastoral leadership. If anything, Ezra is the model for pastoral leadership. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who God Uses Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Nov 3, 2007

Do we have to be obedient to God for His will to be accomplished? Far from it. God doesn’t depend on us for anything. Even though we can never expedite or stifle God’s plans, our level of obedience will determine our reward.

1. God uses kings to keep His Word (1-4) 2. God uses His people to keep His Word (5) 3. God uses other people to keep His Word (6) EZRA 1:1a There are so many questions in life, aren’t there? For at least 3000 years, philosophers have worked on trying to answer only two questions—what is real ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Buoy Our Attitude

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 18, 2004

The Holy Spirit gives us the spiritual eyes to see possibilities rather than problems in people, situations and relationships. Paul prayed for this kind of spiritual insight for the Ephesians: "I pray also that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened

Let the Spirit Buoy Our Attitude (Ephesians 1:18-1:21) "God is the lifter of our head. For You Oh God are a shield for me. The glory and the lifter of my head." Illustration:Kemmons Wilson, founder of an international motel chain, quoted some advice for planting a "garden" that would enhance our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Return To The Lord

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 8, 2004

Funeral sermon for one who has died in the Lord - a sudden death

Hosea 6:1 Come, let us return to the Lord. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us; he has injured us but he will bind up our wounds. Let Us Return To the Lord IN THE NAME OF HIM WHO IS THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE, DEAR FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF VICTOR NELSON: Who knows when death my overtake ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The End Is Near, And So Is A New Beginning

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 14, 2015

Our hope is in Christ’s return, which will be the main event of the end times. We must be careful not to be deceived by world events. Instead, we must look forward to the greatest event in history-Christ’s return for his church!

We’re getting closer to the end of our church year. In fact, next Sunday is Reign of Christ Sunday, which is the church’s equivalent to New Year’s Eve. As we draw closer to the end of the church year, our Gospel readings begin to emphasize the signs of Christ’s Second ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Thankful For The Love And Word Of God!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 12, 2020

WE NEED TO TELL THE WORLD THAT IT IS GOD OUR FATHER WHO LOVES US . God's love is: A. Undeserved B. Unconditional C. Unmovable D. By the world... Misunderstood... and still in some places Unknown

Thankful For The Love and Word of God! 1.WE NEED TO TELL THE WORLD THAT IT IS GOD OUR FATHER WHO LOVES US . (John 3:16 KJV) For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. (1 John 4:19 KJV) We love him, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, 1 Corinthians 6:19, Proverbs 30:5

"making Your Calling And Election Sure"

Contributed by Jovanni Dinsay on Mar 19, 2025

In politics, especially with an incoming election, politicians typically secure several key things to ensure their success:

I. Introduction - Here are some things we often strive to secure in life: 1. Financial Security 2. Good Health 3. Loving Relationships 4. 4. Personal Safety 5. 5. Education 6. 6. Home 7. 7. Food 8. 8. Purpose 9. 9. Community 10. 10. Legacy In politics, especially with an incoming ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:10

Denomination: Pentecostal