Sermons on Rejoicing With Exaltation:

God In The Garden

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 18, 2017

Was Jesus in the Garden at Gethsemane a theophany?

God in the Garden Luke 22:39-53 Today is the day we celebrate Palm Sunday. It is a day which we celebrate with children waving palm branches and shouting “Hosanna.” It is a joyful experience. And it should have been when Jesus the Messiah came to Jerusalem. Indeed, there was a lot of joy. But when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-53

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Dark Night Of The Soul

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jan 6, 2022

The phrase “dark night of the soul” comes from a poem by St. John of the Cross (1542-1591), a Spanish Carmelite monk. According to the poet, the “dark night of the soul” is synonymous with traveling the “narrow way” that Jesus spoke of in Matthew 7:13-14.

TITLE: THE DARK NIGHT OF THE SOUL TEXT: 2 Cor. 4:7-10 “But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. 8 We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; 9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, 2 Corinthians 4:7-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ: Lord Of All

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 17, 2019

Having shared the abundance of blessing associated with their relationship with Christ, Paul revealed the awesome power of Christ, and the significance it has for the believer. Christ is Lord of all.

Christ: Lord of All Ephesians 1: 20-23 As you examine the first chapter of Ephesians, you quickly discover the vast treasure of eternal truth conveyed by the apostle. Clearly, there is more within these verses than mortal minds can comprehend, but it is one of the most encouraging and hope-filled ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: Lord Of All

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 17, 2019

Having shared the abundance of blessing associated with their relationship with Christ, Paul revealed the awesome power of Christ, and the significance it has for the believer. Christ is Lord of all.

Christ: Lord of All Ephesians 1: 20-23 As you examine the first chapter of Ephesians, you quickly discover the vast treasure of eternal truth conveyed by the apostle. Clearly, there is more within these verses than mortal minds can comprehend, but it is one of the most encouraging and hope-filled ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

Not By Might, Nor By Power, But By My Spirit, Saith The Lord Of Hosts.

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 10, 2015

Revival

Zechariah 4 v 6 Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. 1. THE MISSION REHEARSED. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Reasons To Be Faithful To God In Persecution Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 18, 2024

There are two different topics to explore in this message: The reasons to stay faithful to God during a persecution, and, the role of deacons (or elders or servants) in the church. All of these come as a result of the faithfulness of the early believers, and should be an encouragement for us.

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 8 Reasons to be Faithful to God in Persecution Acts 5:26-42 and 6:1-7 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:26-42, Acts 6:1-7, Matthew 10:22, Romans 8:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Serve God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

This sermon explores the link between our salvation and service, how service leads to spiritual joy, and our role as stewards in God's kingdom.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be in your company, to share a few moments together as we open God's Word. It's in these moments that we find strength, hope, and guidance. It's in these moments that we are reminded that we are not alone, that we are part of a great and loving ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10-11

Topics: Benefits, Serving God

New Purpose Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Nov 13, 2000

Serving God even when it

I guess we all know the difference between a pessimist and an optimist. A pessimist is someone who describes a glass as half empty while an optimist sees it as half full. A pessimist is someone who, on your birthday, will say: "May your day be better than it probably will be!" Some people are born ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Anglican

Developing A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 24, 2002

We need to ask God to change our hearts from 1. Complaints to Praise. 2. Criticism to Encouragement. 3. Cynicism to Faith.

Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Immediately they ran toward the nearest fence. The storming bull ran after them in hot pursuit, and they realized that they were not going to make it. Terrified, one man shouted to his friend, “Say a prayer, John. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

Praising God Is A Ministry.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 21, 2001

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. Psalm 30

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. Psalm 30 Title: “Praising God is a ministry.” This is a very old psalm whose origins are lost in antiquity. The Heading or Title attached to it “A Psalm. Dedication song for the house. Of David.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Mar 8, 2006

Walk down the Hossanna Road with Jesus and experience the mindset and culture of that day. There is another Triumphal Entry that will just as certainly take place.

Palm Sunday 2002 Zechariah 9:9, 14:1-5, Revelation 19:11-16 2000 years ago, the Sadducees had a tradition in which the believed the Messiah would show up four days before Passover. They kept the gates of the Temple open so that He could walk right in to His rightful place. Because of this, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Importance Our Testimony Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 17, 2013

Message about the important of our testimony. Also how the Lord can use it to bring others to Christ.

Title: Our Testimony Theme: Showing the importance of our testimony. Text: Acts 16:35-40 Acts 16:35-40 And when it was day, the magistrates sent the officers, saying, "Let those men go." (36) So the keeper of the prison reported these words to Paul, saying, "The magistrates have sent to let you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:13-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Christian Love Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 11, 2012

Love puts all the spiritual gifts into proper perspective.

Introduction Thirty-two years ago I sat on the grounds of a college in Denton, Texas reading a New Testament. Although I was raised in church, I felt like I was reading the Bible for the first time. The highlight was when I came across 1 Corinthians 13. I have the chapter number circled, and it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courage Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Mar 4, 2010

Courage is simetimes a choice...Faceing ptoblems is not reason to hold on to fear.

Last week as a sort of a set up for the Book of Philippians as a letter that we can learn how the apostle Paul reacted to his personal situation. We found a thread of Joy, and encouragement in the book. The underlying point of looking at the scripture is that we live in and are affected by the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Congregational

In Times Like These (A Message Of Encouragement)

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 20, 2010

Paul had set the example of joyfulness in difficult times. In prison, after beatings, Paul and Silas had sung praises. Now, in the difficult times of their life, Paul gives advice for believers in difficult times.

In Times Like These: A Message of Encouragement Philippians 4:1-8 Calvary Baptist Church October 19, 2008 INTRODUCTION • The church at Philippi had fallen on difficult times. APPLY! – We are in difficult times! (The economy, the election) • The story of the founding of this church may be read in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist