Sermons on Prophetic Instruction:

Jacob’s Ladder

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 3, 2022

There aren’t many solemn if not downright interesting passages in the Bible than Jacob’s dream of a ladder extending from heaven to earth, with angels going up and down it. It is designed to both instruct, support, and comfort believers in Jesus Christ.

Jacob’s Ladder Genesis 28:10-22 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTNjStJH4GA Read Genesis 28:10-22 There truly isn’t many solemn if not downright interesting passages in the Bible than what we’re looking at today, which is Jacob’s dream of a ladder extending from heaven to earth, with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Foursquare

Voices By The River

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Dec 8, 2000

John the Baptist was the forerunner of the Messiah appearing at the River Jordan where crowds gathered to hear the Voice of the Prophet announcing Jesus as the Lamb of God and the Voice of God confirming him as his beloved Son

VOICES BY THE RIVER JORDAN Quite frequently we read in the papers of sightings of unidentified flying objects - UFOs. Quite probably they don’t exist, but just suppose they did. What would those people from outer space make of planet Earth? Well, for sure, they would think it was very noisy. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:3-22

Denomination: Baptist

Cornelius, Thy Prayer Is Heard

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 11, 2016

To establish that Cornelius was instructed by the Angel to send for the preacher to hear words whereby he and his entire house might be saved. This lesson deals with the false notion – that God does not hear or answer prayers from the unsaved or sinners.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Message of an Angel 2. The Message of Cornelius 3. The Message of Peter Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing a theme: “Cornelius, thy Prayer is Heard.” These are the words of the angel that instructed him that God has remembered his prayers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's A Love Hate Relationship Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 21, 2022

Would that your lips never question God’s love for you! Would that your mind never doubt God’s love for you! Would that your heart never cease to wonder at God’s love for you!

We are majoring in the minor Prophets this summer. Summer means baseball and the major leagues as well! Most of you know the name Jackie Robinson. Robinson was the first African American to break into Major League Baseball. Robinson broke baseball’s color barrier on April 15, 1947, when he donned ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5, John 10:31-32, Luke 13:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Cave, The Call, The Commission

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jul 18, 2025

Even mighty prophets face dark valleys. Today, we discover how God meets us in our caves, whispers through our storms, and transforms our deepest struggles into divine purpose.

The Cave, The Call, The Commission Introduction In the pages of Scripture, few narratives capture the raw humanity of faith more vividly than the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 19. Here we encounter one of God's most powerful prophets not in a moment of triumph, but in the depths of despair. Just ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9, Genesis 12:2-3, Genesis 32:24-30, Exodus 3:1-12, Exodus 16:4-35, Exodus 33:11, Numbers 11:16-17, Deuteronomy 31:7-8, 1 Samuel 1:12-16, 1 Kings 17:8-16, 1 Kings 19:1-21, 1 Kings 19:3-4, 1 Kings 19:5-7, 1 Kings 19:9, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 1 Kings 19:15-16, 1 Kings 19:18, 1 Kings 19:19, Psalm 13:1, Psalm 23:1-4, Psalm 42:3, Psalm 42:5, Psalm 142:1, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Isaiah 6:1-8, Isaiah 40:11, Jeremiah 12:1, Matthew 4:1, Matthew 11:28-29, Matthew 12:20, Matthew 14:13-21, Matthew 14:17-21, Matthew 27:60, Matthew 28:1-10, Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 5:16, John 5:6, John 14:12, John 20:19, Acts 20:28, Romans 8:26, 2 Corinthians 1:8, Philippians 4:19, 2 Timothy 2:2, Hebrews 2:10, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 2:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prophecy And The Value Of Listening Intently For God Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jul 3, 2011

Listening for what God is saying is important. Listening well is essential. Those of us who seek to share with others a word that could be described as prophetic should also listen well before we speak.

29.5.11 THE IMPORTANCE OF LISTENING INTENTLY TO GOD INTRO What do you hope for when you come to Church on a Sunday? I expect for most of us who come we hope to hear from God. We want to be able come away at the end of a service having heard something that changes the way we see things or feel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Missionary Respected By All Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 18, 2010

Generally, those appointed to the Master’s service should be respected by all Christians, though that seldom works out in practise. The Apostles, the prophets and even those who have served as preachers of the Word, are often maligned and despised by the

“Beloved, do not imitate evil but imitate good. Whoever does good is from God; whoever does evil has not seen God. Demetrius has received a good testimony from everyone, and from the truth itself. We also add our testimony, and you know that our testimony is true.” Modern Christians are poorly ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Five Keys To Your Miracle : From The Wedding At Cana

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the five keys to a miracle namely 1.INVITATION 2.INTERCESSION 3.INSTRUCTION 4.INSTRUMENTS 5. INSPIRATION and is taken from the wedding at Cana where Jesus turned water into wine.

FIVE KEYS TO YOUR MIRACLE : from the wedding at Cana God is a God of miracles. Jesus, during his ministry in this world performed many miracles. The first miracle of Jesus was turning the water into wine at the wedding of Cana. We can learn many truths from this incident. OUTLINE ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Christ-Centered Approach To Teaching

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

A Christ Centered Criteria for an Effective Curriculum and Instructional Approach to Teaching and Learning Paul the apostle wrote, "We admonish and teach every man with all wisdom that we may present everyone complete in Christ.

A Christ Centered Criteria for an Effective Curriculum and Instructional Approach to Teaching and Learning Paul the apostle wrote, "We admonish and teach every man with all wisdom that we may present everyone complete in Christ." (Col. 1:27,28) 1. Christ centered is the priority in all things ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The "Faith" Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 28, 2005

Do we today need to contend for The Faith? In the first century Jude instructed the church to contend. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep open, your Bible to get full benefit.

The Faith Jude v 3 3 Beloved, while I was very diligent to write to you concerning our common salvation, I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints. NKJV Introduction Several Churches say they are the only ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: *other

The Lord's Supper And The Fear Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jun 2, 2005

This concept of having a healthy fear of the LORD has application in all areas of our lives, but there is some specific instructions about how it affects the way we celebrate the Lord’s Supper each month.

The Lord’s Supper and the Fear of the Lord Don Jaques May 28/29, 2005 REVIEW: The key to developing an intimate friendship with God is understanding and developing a healthy fear of the LORD. 1. To fear the LORD means to have an appropriate awe and respect for God’s holiness and power. 2. To ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing What God Asks Us To Do!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 9, 2006

God gave Saul an instruction but Saul only half-carried it out. This short homily is a challenge to us: Let’s do all that God asks us to do; nothing more AND nothing less!

In these days of terrorism this Bible event is hard for us to understand; and I know of one or two people who have rejected God because of it. The irony is of course that the story is primarily kept for us as a warning not to reject God’s instructions! Hundreds of years ago, stories such as this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-31

Denomination: Anglican

Fix The Broken Windows

Contributed by Adam Couchman on Jun 18, 2007

Using the illustration of "Broken Windows" we see how Paul instructs his readers to "sweat the small stuff." That is, eliminate even the smallest of sins from our lives and become imitators of God

Many people remember former New York Mayor Rudy Gulliani specifically because of his leadership following the World Trade Centre attacks in September, 2001. But he will also be remembered for dramatically reducing the crime levels in New York City. For many years New York’s reputation throughout ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

When Duty Calls

Contributed by H.b. Charles Jr. on Dec 6, 2012

"When Duty Calls" is an exposition of Jesus' instructions to his disciples in Luke 17:1-10. This passage teaches that obedience to Jesus requires holy fear, unlimited forgiveness, genuine faith, and total submission.

WHEN DUTY CALLS Luke 17:1-10 On July 4, 1976, Israeli commandos made a daring on the Entebbe International Airport, rescuing 103 Jewish hostages. In 15 minutes, the soldiers killed the seven kidnappers and set the captives free. But three hostages were also killed during Operation Entebbe. As the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Authority And Christian Experience

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 16, 2011

The basis for our faith and practise must be the authority of God’s Word, and not our own personal experience. This concept is explored through referring to the instruction Jesus provided to people who had believed Him.

“Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, ‘If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.’ They answered him, ‘We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, “You will become ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-41

Denomination: Baptist