Sermons on Recovery From Addiction:

God's Children & Christ's Bride

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 14, 2023

What guides our actions? Are we God's children and Christ's bride? Let's find out in Ephesians 5.

What guides our actions? Are we God’s children and Christ’s bride? Do as God does. After all, you are his dear children. Let love be your guide. Christ loved us and offered his life for us as a sacrifice that pleases God. (Ephesians 5:1-2 CEV) What behaviors ought not to be found? But sexual ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Simeon - Not See Death Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 5, 2024

You never get too old to be used by God.

“At that time there was a man in Jerusalem named Simeon. He was righteous and devout and was eagerly waiting for the Messiah to come and rescue Israel. The Holy Spirit was upon him and had revealed to him that he would not die until he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. That day the Spirit led him to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering You Baptism Basics Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 7, 2024

Today, as we turn our hearts to Mark 1:4-11, we witness Jesus, our Savior, embracing baptism to fulfill righteousness.

Sermon title: Remembering You Baptism Basics Mark 1: 1:10 And just as he was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the Spirit descending like a dove on him. 1:11 And a voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Sajayan Chacko on Jan 23, 2024

Holy Spirit is a Person

Power of the Holy Spirit Introduction The Holy Spirit is a person and not an inanimate object, an ‘it.’ John 16:7: Jesus promised that he would send the counselor. In his perspective, Christ being with the ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

End Time Secrets About Jesus Christ

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 2, 2024

Many people in this generation are interested in knowing the end-time secrets about the external events such as antichrist, the seven seals, and destructions. Nobody wants to know the greater revelations and end-time secrets about Jesus Christ.

Nathanael answered and said to Him, “Rabbi, You are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” Jesus answered and said to him, “Because I said to you, ‘I saw you under the fig tree,’ do you believe? You will see greater things than these.” John 1:49-50 Jesus said “I saw you under the fig tree” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:49-50

Did Jesus Condemn Women Preaching? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 18, 2024

The Bible does not explicitly say that women should not preach. However, there are some passages that have been interpreted as limiting the role of women in teaching and preaching.

The role of women in preaching and teaching God's word has been a topic of debate in some religious circles. However, a closer examination of Scripture and the early church reveals that women have always played a vital role in sharing the Gospel and leading others to Christ. Let us explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:12, Luke 4:18-19, Judges 4:4-9

God's Transforming Love 1 John 4:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 26, 2024

1 John 4:9 encapsulates the essence of Christianity — the sacrificial love of God demonstrated through the sending of His Son, Jesus Christ

God's Transforming Love Text: 1 John 4:9 (NLT): "God showed how much he loved us by sending his one and only Son into the world so that we might have eternal life through him." Introduction: Today we gather to delve into the transformative power of God's love as revealed in 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9, Romans 5:8, John 3:16, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Unfathomable Ways: Embracing His Sovereign Wisdom Isaiah 55:8-9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 3, 2024

Today, we'll explore Isaiah 55:8-9 to gain insights into God's sovereignty and wisdom.

God's Unfathomable Ways: Embracing His Sovereign Wisdom Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction: In our journey of faith, we often encounter situations that challenge our understanding of God's ways. In such moments, we are called to trust in the unfathomable wisdom of God, knowing that His ways are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 11:33-34, Job 11:7-9, Psalm 37:5, Isaiah 26:3, Jeremiah 29:11, Ephesians 1:11, Psalm 33:11, Proverbs 16:9, Isaiah 55:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prayer Of Jesus - Part One.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 5, 2023

I Pray for Them. Revised.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS - Part One. John 17:1-11. In the midst of His last pre-crucifixion discourse, Jesus left the upper room with His inner band of eleven disciples, continuing to talk along the way (cf. John 14:31). Then He prayed a very public prayer on behalf of the Apostles, and of the whole ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tomb Is Empty

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

The empty tomb is all the evidence we need to prove the central claim of Christianity: the resurrection of Jesus.

There’s an old joke that people tell about cemeteries when they drive by: ‘How many people are dead in that one?’ the answer, of course, is “All of them.” It’s true, isn’t it? Tombs are for people who have died. The really important ones may be called sepulchres or mausoleums. Some of them are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Corinthians 15:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus And Parables Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 20, 2023

Jesus was an excellent teacher and guru. He used all the available sources to teach the high values of the Kingdom of God. Every parable is unique and admirable to know the wisdom of God.

Mark 4:1-21 Parables in Mark Definition of the Parable: The Catholic Encyclopedia explains, “The word parable (Hebrew mashal; Syrian mathla, Greek parabole) signifies in general a comparison, or a parallel, by which one thing is used to illustrate another (ref: Aleteia). The Greek word Parabole ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

A Song For The Upright.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 20, 2023

A joyous response of praise to the covenant love of the LORD.

A SONG FOR THE UPRIGHT. Psalm 33:1-12. PSALM 33:1. We see first of all the exhortation: “Rejoice in the LORD” (cf. Philippians 4:4). Joy is a fruit of the Spirit (cf. Galatians 5:22-23). When we abide in Jesus the true vine, not only do we dwell in His love, but we also partake of His joy (cf. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"When ‘bad Luck’ Knocks Us Down” Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 4, 2023

The story of Joseph being sold into slavery provides a compelling example of moments when it seems like "bad luck" has come our way when God may be up to something else.

WHY DID THAT HAPPEN? There are moments when we feel like bad luck knocked us down. - We will get into the specifics that this passage details as we go through the sermon, but this is obviously a passage with some “just-so-happened” moments. - To use the common vernacular, someone might say, “Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Sixth Sunday Of Easter: The Advocate Or Paraclete

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 12, 2023

A minister with a cracked voice and an unprepossessing appearance will not have one-tenth the natural drawing power of a Gypsy Smith with his wonderful voice and attractive personality (especially if Gypsy Smith criticizes or attacks your faith or morals.

Good morning, and Happy Mother’s Day to all our mothers and grandmothers and mother-figures such as big sisters in the congregation this morning. In a social media video, a woman named Nicole DeRoy explains one of the challenges of motherhood. She says, “My kids wanted to know what it was like ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-21, 1 Peter 3:15-18

Denomination: Catholic

The Well Is Dry? Empty?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 12, 2023

We must consider what happens when the well goes dry? Broken cisterns? Empty can be spiritually dangerous.

THE WELL IS DRY: EMPTY… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) COMPASSION FATIGUE! There is a pastor so poured out: HE IS NOT BURNED OUT! HE IS BURNED UP… DO WE EVER GET TIRED? DO WE EVER GET SO TIRED THAT WE FEEL EMPTY? HOW ABOUT GETTING TIRED OF CRYING? ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-3, Jeremiah 2:13, Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God