Sermons on Refining Place:

Wealth In Wellness

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Apr 13, 2024

Living well may seem elusive. But Jesus lived the best life. How can we live a life of wellness? It is coming to a place as Jesus was--full of grace and truth. Therein lies the wealth of wellness.

Wealth in Wellness There is a wealth that resides in wellness. 3 John 1:2 (NKJV) says, “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” The Apostle John is addressing the “beloved,” and he prays that those who are beloved would prosper. The word ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2, Genesis 4:7, James 1:19-20, Ephesians 1:3, 2 Samuel 11:1, Jonah 4:4, John 14:31, John 2:15, 2 Corinthians 12:9, John 1:14, Proverbs 9:10, Romans 14:12, Judges 21:25  (view more)  (view less)

Revelation Lesson #22 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 24, 2024

A new Eden is constructed for man which God has built Heaven for. Like unto the Garden of Eden which Adam and Eve were placed in the beginning, the saved shall live in likeness to that earthly Eden.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-21, Revelation 5:3-4, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 21:1-11, John 12:32, Romans 14:11, 1 Timothy 2:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"hello, My Name Is Debt" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 15, 2021

We meet individuals in a variety of places. We come to church and we don’t know the person seated near us so we introduce ourselves. Hello my name is and we shake hands.

“Hello my name is Debt” Luke 16:1-14 We meet individuals in a variety of places. We come to church and we don’t know the person seated near us so we introduce ourselves. Hello my name is and we shake hands. Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Miracle Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 29, 2021

The real miracle of Christmas is that God, who send his one and Only Son to die in my place, That He became sin for me that I may have salvation. All Scripture quotes are from the NASB.

We tend to take Christmas for granted. Those of us who have grown up in the church, we know the Christmas story from the Bible almost by heart. We can cite the passages from Luke about Jesus being born and laid in a manger. We know how the angels appeared to the shepherds while they were ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Marveling At Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 2, 2021

They marveled over the things Simeon said about the Child King. What can we learn about Jesus from the other places in Luke where this Greek word for "marvel" shows up?

The Response to Simeon’s Words: They marveled at Jesus. - Luke 2:33. - Luke 2:18. - Same Greek word in both verses. - We are going to look at places in Luke (and one in Mark) where this Greek word shows up. What can we learn from it? Marveling at Jesus: 1. They marveled at His power. - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Grass Is Not Always Greener...

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 10, 2024

The Grass Is Always Greener On The Other Side is a singular, speculative, but focused idiom that suggests the indeterminable fallacy that other people or places in one’s imagination always appear to be in a better, or more acceptable cachet than oneself.

Kasper Schmeichel, a Danish football goalkeeper once remarked: “The grass is not always greener on the other side. It is about recognizing what you do have and being grateful for what you do have.” Philippians 4:11-12 reminds us: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Ezekiel 17:24, Genesis 3:22

All He Does Is Win! Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 12, 2025

Jesus never fails. A persons faith is only as good as the object they place it in. We must make sure that our faith in Jesus as He is revealed in Scripture. Not a "Jesus" of our own imagination.

All He Does is Win! Text: John 18:12-27 Before we get into our text this morning, I’m just going to tell you that what we’re going to be looking at sounds like something that could be pulled from our modern-day news cycle. Solomon said, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” So, the next time ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-27, Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Causes Of Backsliding And How To Overcome Them Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Backsliding is a gradual process that happens when a believer neglects spiritual disciplines, compromises with sin, or allows distractions to take the place of God. However, God’s mercy is always available to restore those who repent.

CAUSES OF BACKSLIDING AND HOW TO OVERCOME THEM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 2:19 "Your own wickedness will correct you, and your backslidings will rebuke you. Know therefore and see that it is an evil and bitter thing that you have forsaken the Lord your God, and the fear of Me ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:19, Proverbs 14:14, Hebrews 10:38-39, Matthew 24:12, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Galatians 6:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Destiny Helper Will Not Miss You Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

No man rises in life without the help of another. God's pattern for lifting men always involves the connection of destiny helpers—people strategically placed to usher us into the next phase of our lives.

YOUR DESTINY HELPER WILL NOT MISS YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-17 "Now the Lord had told Samuel in his ear the day before Saul came, saying, ‘Tomorrow about this time I will send you a man from the land of Benjamin, and you shall anoint him commander over My people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 9:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer Of Faith To The Advice Of Fear

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 20, 2025

This psalm expresses David's trust in the Lord as all-knowing and righteous and his disappointment with the world around him. David answers the voice of fear with a confident faith in God. This world can be a scary place.

Sermon: The Believer’s Answer of Faith to the Advice of Fear Psalms 11:1-7 “In the Lord put I my trust: how say ye to my soul, Flee as a bird to your mountain? For, lo, the wicked bend their bow, they make ready their arrow upon the string, that they may privily shoot at the upright in heart. If ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7, Psalm 46:1-3, Psalm 55:5-8, Psalm 82:5, 2 Peter 1:10, 2 Corinthians 13:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Transfiguration Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 4, 2025

Prayer changes aim and focus of life. Have a specific time to pray. Have a few faith us to pray with you, have a specific place to pray and the heaven to come down. Organise prayers for specified themes .

Theme: The Transfiguration Text: Mark 9:2-13   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever! Transfiguration: The event Transfiguration is a formal announcement on the Death of Jesus Christ. TheTransfiguration has three notable things, such as, Glorious appearance of Jesus, the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Methodist

How God Makes A Way Where There Seems To Be No Way

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

God is a Way Maker. When human options run out, God's divine interventions begin. He delights in showing His power in impossible places, making a way where there seems to be none.

HOW GOD MAKES A WAY WHERE THERE SEEMS TO BE NO WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:13-22, Psalm 77:19, Romans 4:17-21, 2 Kings 4:1-7 INTRODUCTION: Life often confronts us with situations that appear impossible—dead ends, closed doors, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Trusting God In Every Season

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 31, 2025

Trusting God in Every Season calls us to forsake counterfeit securities and place our full trust in the sovereign, faithful, and incomparable God who alone carries His people through every trial and triumph.

Trusting God in Every Season Isaiah 46 The human heart craves stability. In a world rocked by uncertainty, we're all searching for something solid—a place to stand when the winds howl and the waves crash. When life becomes turbulent, we instinctively look for shelter—a refuge that can hold. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Desert Happenings And Other News Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 19, 2025

Transitioning to chapter 20, it would seem that nearly the entire 40 years of wandering have passed without comment. Most of the old generation had died off and a new generation had taken its place.

June 21, 2025 Last week was not a good week. There was lots of whining and complaining and rebellion. What we learned is that even though Yahweh judged the people, his judgments did not curb their rebellion. No matter what he did, for their benefit or in discipline, complaining and rebellion ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14, Psalm 106:32-33, John 3:14-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Unexpected Miracle In Zarephath Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

God's miracles do not always come from obvious places or expected methods. In Zarephath, He used a poor widow to provide for His prophet and turned her last meal into a river of abundance.

THE UNEXPECTED MIRACLE IN ZAREPHATH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 17:8-16 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:19; Matthew 6:33; Hebrews 11:6; Philippians 4:19; Luke 4:25-26 INTRODUCTION: When the brook Cherith dried up, God redirected Elijah to a place no one would expect—Zarephath, a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God