Sermons on Present Kingdom:

The Reign Maker

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 14, 2014

Elijah demonstrates the rule and reign of God in his life, land and legacy.

1. Authority A teacher was telling about the time their new elementary school was raising the American flag for the first time. To make the day special, they had invited a Marine Corps Color Guard to come out and perform the duty for them. The day before the ceremony, the Marine in charge of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Using King Artaxerxes

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 31, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Have you been so generously used by GOD as His channel? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are meant to be channels of blessings not storages of wealth or storehouses of wealth, for storehouses ar

I. EXORDIUM: Have you been so generously used by GOD as His channel? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are meant to be channels of blessings not storages of wealth or storehouses of wealth, for storehouses are our churches. IV. TEXT: Ezra 7:17-20 (New Living ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Quitely At Work

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 15, 2015

We may not know what God is doing but be assured, God is doing it!

Title: God is quietly at work in our lives and in the world… establishing his Kingdom. Text: Mark 4:26-34 Thesis: We may not know what God is doing but be assured, God is doing it! Introduction – Enigmatic? What to do with it? It feels like an FYI. On August 12, 1805, near the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Learn From When God Struck Down His Own People (1 Corinthians 9:18-10:14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 19, 2022

Paul beats his body--- is ruthless toward it-- because he understands the dangers of giving in to sin. Idolatry, and sexual immorality, are dangerous.

This week, in chapter 10, Paul continues to make his argument against going to idol temples and eating idol meat. He begins like this, in verse 1: "(1) For." Now, whenever we start reading somewhere, and the first word we read is "for," we should have one single thought run ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:18-26, 1 Corinthians 10:1-14

Marriage

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 28, 2021

How important is marriage to God? Let’s discover God’s desire for marital faithfulness? Let’s look at Jesus’ teachings on marriage and divorce in Mark 10:2-16.

Prelude How important is marriage to God? Purpose: Let’s discover God’s desire for marital faithfulness? Plan: Let’s look at Jesus’ teachings on marriage and divorce in Mark 10:2-16. Divorce Question (vs. 2) Mark 10:2 Some Pharisees came and tried to trap him with this question: “Should a man be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living Stones--Living In Reference To The Cornerstone Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 4, 2023

The Church must always be moving forward into the future, so into the sunrise, with and for Christ.

Fifth Sunday of Easter 2023 “The cornerstone is an important part of any masonry foundation. It is the first stone that is set in the construction of the foundation and all other stones are set in reference to this stone.” If you haven’t figured out what the cornerstone of the Church is, please ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-12, 1 Peter 2:4-9, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

God Is On The Throne

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 7, 2024

As Christians, our kingdom citizenship is primary and should impact our earthly citizenship. Ultimately, God is in control and Jesus is our only hope.

A. Brooks Hayes was a Congressman from Arkansas in the 1940s and 50s. 1. One day he sought the advice of a clergyman who suggested that he go out in the rain and lift his head toward heaven. 2. The clergyman said, “It will bring a revelation to you.” 3. The next day Congressman Hayes reported to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17, Romans 13:1-7, 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nothing Unclean Goes To Heaven. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 28, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical basis for this concept and its implications for our lives.

Heaven, the eternal dwelling place of God, is a realm of unparalleled beauty and purity. The Bible teaches that nothing unclean can enter heaven, emphasizing the importance of spiritual purity and holiness. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical basis for this concept and its implications ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, Revelation 21:27

What Does The Bible Say About The Return Of Jesus?

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jul 18, 2024

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. There are three things we know for sure!

What does the Bible say about the return of Jesus? July 21, 2024 We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18, Matthew 24:36, Romans 14:10-12, Revelation 21:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Every New Testament Writer Obsessed Over This Psalm - Psalm 110 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 17, 2025

The Cross as a Scepter: How Jesus Rules the World

I’ve got a Bible trivia question for you: Who’s the only NT author who doesn’t quote Psalm 110:1? Matthew quotes it twice, Mark twice, Peter 4 times (once in his book and 3 times in sermons), the writer of Hebrews 6 times, Paul 6 times, and Luke 7 times. Stephen quotes it with his dying breath, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

The Rebels Met Grace

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

Three rebels faced Jesus at Calvary. Only one surrendered to the King and will wake at the resurrection into eternal paradise.

THE REBELS MET GRACE 1. The Rebel Who Walked Away There are days when history itself shakes, when heaven bends low, when hell trembles, and when humanity stands face-to-face with a God who refuses to abandon His rebels. Calvary was that day. Soldiers thought they were carrying out a routine ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33, Luke 23:42-43, John 20:17, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Mother's Request

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 12, 2025

Today, we are going to look at the mother of James and John, those two who were in the inner circle among the followers of Jesus. Their mother was a mom and like any other mom. She was looking after the best interest of her children. All she really wanted was for her kids to do good.

Alba 5-11-2025 A MOTHER'S REQUEST Matthew 20:20-28 A little boy was talking with the girl next door. “I wonder what my mom would like for Mother’s Day.” The girl answered, “Well, you could promise to keep your room clean and orderly. You could go to bed as soon as you’re told. You could brush ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipline And The Joy Of Following Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 19, 2025

We must all accept discipline so that we will receive the “peaceful fruit of righteousness” owed to those who are trained by discipline.

Twenty-first Sunday in Course 2025 As a teacher, I used to tell my students there’s a good way to find out what the teacher finds important in a lesson. Here’s the rule: write down anything the teacher says more than once. That’s what is likely to be on the test. Today St. Luke shares a question ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:18-21, Psalm 117:1-2, Mark 16:15, Hebrews 12:5-7, Hebrews 12:11-13, Luke 13:22-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Is It Time To Receive? Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 28, 2025

God calls us to reject restless covetousness and instead receive, in His timing, the free garment of Christ’s righteousness and eternal life.

Part One – Drop the Shovel: Guard the Heart Opening Illustration – The Grand Canyon Shovel Some years ago I traveled to the Grand Canyon with my young son. We stood on the rim looking out over that breathtaking, mile-wide chasm. He tugged at my sleeve and asked, “Daddy, how did it form?” I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:20-27, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 22:11-14, James 1:14-25, 1 John 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The King's Joy And Our Great Salvation

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 6, 2025

This sermon from Psalm 21, titled “The King’s Joy and Our Great Salvation,” reveals how the true and lasting joy of believers flows from the victorious reign of Christ our King, whose strength, salvation, and presence secure our eternal rejoicing.

Introduction: The Pursuit of Joy If you were to ask the world what it seeks, after you strip away all the layers of ambition, wealth, and power, you would find one simple, universal desire: the desire for joy. People will climb the highest mountains, sail the widest seas, build the tallest ...read more

Denomination: Baptist