Sermons on Presentation:

Praying In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

When we realize how fully present God is with us through His Holy Spirit, our prayers can take on a new dimension of power and effectiveness.

Praying in the Spirit Ephesians 6:13-18 13 Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. 14 Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

More Comparisons Of Jesus And Muhammad, And Conclusions Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 7, 2015

Comparing Jesus and Muhammad in the areas of: love, sickness, judgment, anger, rewards, curses, end-time events, death and burial, resurrection, present ministry, and more...

26. The world. Muhammad wanted a specific religious experience to come out of all his efforts. But he was willing to be intertwined with worldly connections if need be. After years of struggle with Mecca from his Medina sanctuary, a revelation confirmed that a treaty with Mecca was the thing to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An American Reformation

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

An edited adaptation of material presented in History of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States of America by Abel Stevens (digital on-line edition by Holiness Data Ministry).

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) There have been many changes in interpretation of the New Testament over the centuries. Some of these changes in theological understanding led to massive political and social ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The King In Hiding

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 3, 2019

Before the event at Mizpah, Samuel had anointed Saul privately as Israel's first King. But on the day he was to be presented to the people, Saul was hiding in the baggage.

THE KING IN HIDING "20 And when Samuel had caused all the tribes of Israel to come near, the tribe of Benjamin was chosen. 21 When he had caused the tribe of Benjamin to come near by their families, the family of Matri was chosen. And Saul the son of Kish was chosen. But when they sought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-24, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Unbelievers Please

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 12, 2015

To show that GOD made us His vessels so that we can "hold" or present GOD to this dying world through, in, for the sake of the LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's vessel? Yes. Romans 9:21 Romans 9:21 Has the potter no right over the clay, to make out of the same mass (lump) one vessel for beauty and distinction and honorable use, and another for menial or ignoble and dishonorable use? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 16:40

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can Conquer Disappointment

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

God will allow trials and disappointments into our lives to help us learn to depend on him and bring us closer to him. There is never a time he is not present with us

YOU CAN CONQUER DISAPPOINTMENT JOB 2:1-10 GOD IS GOOD (ALL THE TIME) AND ALL THE TIME (GOD IS GOOD) THIS IS AN EJOYABLE CLICHÉ SAYING WHEN THINGS ARE GOING WELL, BUT CAN YOU REALLY MEAN THIS IN TIMES OF TRIAL OR ADVERSITY. WE ARE ACCUSTOMED TO SEEK COMFORT AND PEACE IN OUR LIVES. OUR WORLD ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Taming The Tongue: Doers Of The Word Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Sep 10, 2021

WE MUST BE EVEN MORE VIGILANT IN HOW WE PRESENT GOD AND WHAT WORDS WE ARE WANTING TO PUT IN THE MOUTHS OF THOSE WHO WORSHIP WITH US THIS DAY.

TITLE: TAMING THE TONGUE: SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B Biblical Text James 3:1-12 The Message When You Open Your Mouth MAIN TEXT: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Where did that bit of wisdom come from? Certainly not from James. The proverb “sticks ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Sumpremacy Of Love Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Love is central to Christianity. For love is the power of the age to come that has invaded our day. Love has broken into the present day from its home in heaven.

Beside Psalm 23 and the Lord’s Prayer, 1 Corinthians 13 represents on of the most well known and loved passages in all of the Bible. Perhaps it is the most cherished passage in all of the Apostle Paul’s writings. And while the word love is mentioned ten times in this one chapter, you’ll not find ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Witness Among The World

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 18, 2019

Following a reminder of who believers are in Christ, Peter presented a challenge regarding their walk and witness among the world. We are expected to maintain purity personally, socially, and professionally.

Our Witness among the World 1 Peter 2: 11-20 After revealing the need for believers to abide in the Word, growing thereby, and building their lives upon Christ, the Corner-stone of our faith, Peter reminded us of our standing with the Lord, being positioned in Christ. Those who abide faithfully in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing The Future

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 15, 2019

After the difficulties of the past and the drudgery of the present, God calls on Israel to embrace their future. For each of us embracing the future can be a great challenge, a new thing is on the way!.

Subject: Embracing the Future Text: Isaiah 43: 14-21 “Thus saith the LORD, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; For your sake I have sent to Babylon, and have brought down all their nobles, and the Chaldeans, whose cry is in the ships. 15 I am the LORD, your Holy One, the creator of Israel, your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

“i Am The Good Shepherd” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 7, 2015

Jesus presents two more "I AM" statements in John 10; both of these speak of the deity of Jesus as well Him being the only way to eternal life.

“I AM the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Today we look at John 10 as Jesus introduces Himself as the Good Shepherd. Raising and tending sheep was a great part of Old Testament and mid-eastern culture. In the Old Testament the “shepherd” was also a caretaker of God’s ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Your Best Friend?

Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Aug 30, 2017

It is very important to ensure that our friendship with Jesus is our priority.  Psalm 46 :1 says” God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble”

Proverbs 18:24 says: “A man who has friends must himself be friendly but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother" . Best friends are those who found a way to be with you during tough times. They are friends who will drive hundreds of miles to be with you, jumped on an airplane to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

14 The Decisive Question Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 24, 2020

This is the 14th of 31 Devotions on the book of Jonah, where I make a comparison between the story of Jonah and The Church-at-large, in the light of the present global pandemic.

# 14 – The Decisive Question Jonah 1:11: “Then they said to him, “What shall we do to you that the sea may be calm for us?”—for the sea was growing more tempestuous.” “What shall we do to you…” In our last devotion, we looked at the first question the sailors asked Jonah – “What have you done?” ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:11, Matthew 24:7-14, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Reflection B.16 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Daniel 7, Daniel’s Fourth Beast, Trampling And Devouring

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 11, 2020

The description of Daniel's fourth beast fits with the identification in the previous 'Reflection'. It looks very much like the westernised nations at the present time.

We are trying to read signs. Are we in a time of God’s judgement? Are we in ‘End Times’? As we look at possible signs, I can imagine several errors we might make: We can take something as a sign that is not a sign. In Greek mythology, the beauty of Europa inspired the love of Zeus. He ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Life Right: Sexuality Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020

Be wise about temptation, channel sexuality, and support marriage. Practical and positive, while presenting clear expectations and recognizing our need for God's help.

Getting Life Right: SEXUALITY—Matthew 5:27-32 In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gathered his closest disciples around him, teaching them how to get life right. We began our series with Matthew 5:17-20, where Jesus affirmed the enduring value of the OT law, but said that the law alone does not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32, 1 Timothy 5:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed