Sermons on Prepares:

Preparation For Ministry 2: Understanding Power Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Apr 11, 2021

The devil's offer of giving to Jesus authority over all the nations might have seemed like an easy shortcut to fulfill his calling, but of course, Jesus saw through the temptation of power. He saw power far above coercion. He saw the power of love and servanthood.

When you hear me say the word, “power,” I’ll bet it can stir up all sorts of feelings inside. On one hand it may bring memories of a time when someone used power over you in a painful and destructive way and you cringe a bit inside. On the other hand it may stir up a hope of having power ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

In The Upper Room – Preparation & Revelation Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 15, 2020

In the Upper Room – Preparation & Revelation - Luke chapter 22 verses 1-23 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Jesus said, “Remember me” (vs 19b) (2). Jesus said, “This is my body” (vs 19a). (3). Jesus said, “This is my blood” (vs 20). (4). Jesus said, “Until that day” (vs 18). SERMON BODY: Ill: • In 1866 a man named Alfred who had the rare opportunity to read his own obituary. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-23

Denomination: Brethren

Prepare A Way For The Second Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Herbert Armstrong Bosantog on Nov 7, 2012

You are the Chosen Generation. Let us fulfill our Destiny! God Called us to fulfill the Great Plan/Purpose of God. To serve as SAVIORS and DELIVERER

2 Peter 3:9, “… He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but EVERYONE to come to repentance.” You are the Chosen Generation. Let us fulfill our Destiny! God Called us to fulfill the Great Plan/Purpose of God. To serve as SAVIORS and DELIVERER (Obadiah 1:21)! a. WILLINGNESS: To be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: *other

The Room Prepared For Her! (Funeral Message) Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 1, 2010

A short funeral message for an Elderly Lady whose life was one of service to the Lord.

( ) was a woman whose life reflected her belief and whose work reflected the service of Jesus her saviour. She was a person who did not put great stock on physical things but who trusted in God, who knew the Holy Spirit at work in her life and gave her life in service to God. She knew Jesus as; ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Preparing To Follow God Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

Follow God's presence and guidance. Show others you can walk in God's victory

A. INTRODUCTION 1. God usually gives us a leader/mentor. “By faith (Moses) . . . endured as seeing him who is invisible” (Heb. 11:27). Follow those who follow God. Follow their steps – example Follow their explanations – instruction Follow their heart – attitudes Follow their results – God’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:27, Luke 1:74-75

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Prepares A Table Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2019

Why a table?

A. INTRODUCTION: WHEN THE TABLE IS SPREAD 1. You have just come back from straying. 2. You have just come from a dark valley. 3. You have just escaped death shadows. 4. You get the opposite of punishment grace factor. B. WHY A TABLE? 1. Not a picnic, it is just temporary. 2. Not a T.V. table, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Hopeful Preparation: Advent Week #2 Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 4, 2013

If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace.

A HOPEFUL PREPARATION SERMON #2 OF THE ADVENT SERIES “HOPE IS ON THE WAY” MATTHEW 3:1-12 & ISAIAH 11:1-10 Big Idea: If we restrict or restrain the entry of God into our lives, we cannot help but limit the power of God’s grace. ADVENT INTRO Advent is the season of waiting leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Prepare For A Stress-Less Christmas

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Dec 4, 2018

Christmas doesn't come from a store.

“How to Prepare for a Stress-Less Christmas” “As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christians Must Be Prepared To Suffer For Christ

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 3, 2019

The Prosperity movement has given Americans a wrong view of God -- that He won’t let Christians suffer. But the truth is that suffering is a vital part of Christianity. Suffering should be viewed as a blessing, a cause for rejoicing, and a sign of future reward.

CHRISTIANS MUST BE PREPARED TO SUFFER FOR CHRIST Matt. 24:9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: MAGIC AT THE PASTRY SHOP 1. Two broke and hungry best friends, Dave and John, went into a pastry shop. Dave suddenly whisks three cookies into his pocket with lightning speed. The baker didn't notice. Dave ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:9, Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thou Prepare A Table Before Me

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 6, 2020

The beauty of our success is for those that thought that we will not succeed to see us succeed.

.“Thou prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.” (Psalm 23:5) this verse tells us how God wants to deal with our enemies, He does not want them to die; so that they can see our greatness. He wants to display His splendor on us to the shame of the enemies. The beauty of our success ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Month Of Preparing For The Coming Of The Lord

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020

It is with delight and great joy that I welcome you to our month of Preparing for the coming of the Lord. Are you ready for the coming of the Lord?

It is with delight and great joy that I welcome you to our month of Preparing for the coming of the Lord. Are you ready for the coming of the Lord? "The voice of him that crieth in the wilderness, Prepare ye the way of the LORD, make straight in the desert a highway for our God." Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14, Isaiah 40:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Advent I: A Time To Watch And Prepare”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Nov 23, 2021

"Are you ready for Christmas? A crazy question when you haven’t even finished the Turkey and pumpkin pie. If dire warnings about a “supply chain” problem has caused worry, and fear, then why have the words of Jesus “Watch! Be Ready!” not caused the same concern?

In Jesus Holy Name November 28, 2021 Text: Luke 21:25-27 Advent I Redeemer “Advent: A Time to Watch and Prepare” Today, is the first Sunday in Advent. Here’s the question: "Are you ready for Christmas? I know it is probably a crazy question when you haven’t even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-27

Denomination: Lutheran

"prepare Him Room"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 20, 2021

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

“Prepare Him Room” Luke 2:1-20 The way God works is so magically beautiful, so humble, so unobtrusive. God doesn’t force His way into this world just as God doesn’t force His way into our hearts. Notice the humble surroundings of Jesus’ birth. His parents are mere peasants; they go ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

"Lord, Prepare Us For Your Advent”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 3, 2025

Just as many of us travel during December, Advent reminds us of Jesus' "travel plans" to serve as our Savior. We'll use the Apostle Paul's travel plans to visit the Thessalonians as our guide.

It’s estimated that a record 80 million Americans traveled 50 miles or more over the Thanksgiving Holiday this year. Of course, the majority (a record 71.7 million) of those traveled by car. But today they anticipate that a record-breaking 3 million people will travel by air. Yes, travel plans ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13, Matthew 25:40

Denomination: Lutheran

The Spirit Of The Age; Preparing For What Is Coming

Contributed by James May on May 28, 2023

This speaks of Conditions in America, the Spiritual Awakening around the world and the Spirit of Antichrist that are manifesting in our world right now as we draw ever nearer to the end of the church age. 2 part message.

The Spirit of the Age Preparing for what’s coming! Sunday, 5/21/23 & 5/28/23 Something that amazes me is that there are many in the church today who believe that prophets and prophecy are no longer relevant or active in this era of the New Testament, and that they ceased operating like they ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 14:1-4, Habakkuk 2:2-3, 2 Peter 1:19-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Luke 17:26-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible