Sermons on Refiner:

What A Friend We Have In Jesus

Contributed by Paul Theiss on Feb 7, 2011

Funeral Sermon

“What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear. What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer.” What a friend indeed. A friend that reached out to Rosa when she was just a little girl, and called her by name in her Baptism. A friend that got to know her as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Lutheran

Jeanette's Funeral

Contributed by Gregory Baytopp on Mar 4, 2011

The Funeral of a dearly loved friend and follower of Christ

Jesus said "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Testing Of Abraham

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2015

The testing of our faith brings perseverance and allows us to know where we are at on the obedience scale.

The Testing of Abraham Genesis chapter 22:1-22:18 Introduction- Turn to Genesis chapter 22:1-22:18 This morning I want you to see the testing of Abraham by God. That’s right, you heard me right, God was testing Abraham. The Bible teaches us that God does not tempt us to do evil, that is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Studies In Revelation: Church Of Pergamos Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of the church of Pergamos in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Ephesus-church of the departed love Smyrna-church of fiery persecutions Pergamos-(meaning marriage) church of world ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:13-17

Denomination: Church Of God

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is The Foundation For Ministering Effectively In The Anointing Of God

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 3, 2020

The absolute guiding principle of operating in God's anointing and spiritual gifts is starting from the foundation of love and the natural growth of the Fruit of the Spirit.

"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.” (Gal 5:22-23 NIV) Many years ago, I purchased an older ranch style home that needed fixing up. It had lots of potential and the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 14:1, Philippians 4:7, Romans 8:29, 1 John 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

21 The Divine Deliverance Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Dec 24, 2020

This devotion is about the deliverance the Lord brings to Jonah after he is thrown into the sea. This is the 21st of 31 devotions on the book of Jonah, where a comparison is made between Jonah and The Church-at-large, in the light of the present global pandemic.

Jonah 2:10 - So the LORD spoke to the fish, and it vomited Jonah onto dry land. “So the Lord spoke to the fish” The words, “So the Lord spoke to the fish,” might seem fairy tale-like or present day cartoon movie-like where people speak with and have relationships with animals, birds or fish, but ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:10, Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Broken To Beauty

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 10, 2020

Mother's Day message by Carol Hardee. God has made us blessed, beloved, and beautiful.

Mother’s Day by Carol Hardee May 10,2020 Broken to Beauty Introduction: She lay at his feet just following the words of her mother-in-law, not quite understanding all the traditions. I am sure she was questioning will he accept me or make a mockery of me? Then it happened He woke up ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:16-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Christ Died For Us

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 6, 2020

Paul wants our faith properly based upon the work of Christ.

Christ Died for Us Romans 5:1-8 The Book of Romans has been held in the highest regard by Christian theologians over the centuries. Countless people have become Christians by reading its verses. Among these were Augustine, Luther and John Wesley. So the influence of Paul’s Epistle to the Romans is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Confronting The Skeptics Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 4, 2018

Having dealt with many questions, and silencing His accusers, Jesus did not remain silent. He seized the opportunity to ask some questions regarding their view of Him.

Confronting the Skeptics Mark 12: 35-40 Our text today immediately follows the question Jesus was asked by one of the scribes regarding the Greatest Commandment. Having pleased this particular scribe with His answer, the remainder of those present were reluctant to challenge Jesus any further. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons Learned Through The Faith Of A Child

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Sep 23, 2018

When you trust God with your talents and abilities, and give it to Him, He will take your offering and multiply it. He will use what you give Him and it will be used to bless others.

GOD WILL OFTEN GIVE US OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR FAITH TO GROW. Sometimes the growth of faith occurs during sicknesses such as when Jairus’s daughter became sick and passed away and The Lord raised her from the dead. I couldn’t imagine the pain that he felt as his daughter became sick and died. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-14, Romans 8:28, Psalm 147:10-11

Denomination: Charismatic

"Want A Blank Check? ...check It Out!”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jan 12, 2019

It’s a different kind of blank check the Lord will be giving us.... “I will give you what you asked, even those you did not ask for— No other person in all the world will be compared to you for the rest of your life! I will give you a long life.”

“Want A Blank Check? ...Check It Out!” 1Kings 3:3-15 3- Solomon loved the Lord and followed all the decrees of his father, David, except that Solomon, too, offered sacrifices and burned incense at the local places of worship. 4- The most important of these places of worship was at Gibeon, so the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Confronting The Lukewarm Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Jan 16, 2019

Confrontation means, to bring face to face, a person or persons into a revelation or truth. Confrontation in a Christians life is real! Those that live for Christ will by their very conduct cause confrontation.

THE ELIJAH CHURCH IS A CONFRONTATIONAL CHURCH INTRO: This is part of a series using the life of Elijah as a picture of the last day Church. It is also a stand alone sermon. 1 Kings 18:1-15 After a long time, in the third year, the word of the Lord came to Elijah: “Go and present yourself to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-15, Luke 12:49-53, Matthew 6:24, Revelation 3:14-22, 1 Peter 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Steps Of A Good Man Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 30, 2020

Who has influenced your life? Would you agree that we are in need of those who can and do make a significant impact on others for the cause of Christ? Our current society needs those of influence.

The Steps of a Good Man 1 Thessalonians 2: 1-3 As we consider the social climate of our modern society, we would have to agree that we stand in desperate need of leadership. Things have certainly changed in recent years, and much of that change has not been for the better. There seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Purposeful Faith – (Makabuluhang Pananampalataya) Part_4 Series

Contributed by Ritchie Guerrero on Oct 15, 2020

Ano ang Purposeful-Faith? (makabuluhang pananampalataya) Makabuluhang pananampalataya, Ay hindi patungkol sa ating sarili. What can I gain? What can I have? What can I receive? What blessing I have? It’s all about for God and Others.. Nothing for us actually.

9-27-20 Purposeful Faith – (Makabuluhang Pananampalataya) (Part4) Introduction: Ano ang Purposeful-Faith? (makabuluhang pananampalataya) Makabuluhang pananampalataya, Ay hindi patungkol sa ating sarili. What can I gain? What can I have? What can I receive? What blessing I have? It’s all about ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:13, Romans 8:28, Matthew 16:25, Romans 8:17, Romans 8:35, Romans 8:37, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of Faith: Embracing The Unseen

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Jun 4, 2023

The Power of Faith: Embracing the Unseen

Introduction Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today, I stand before you to discuss a topic that lies at the very core of our Christian journey: having faith in things unseen. In a world dominated by empirical evidence and rationality, the concept of faith can sometimes be met with skepticism. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6