Sermons on Rekindling:

The Emerging Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 16, 2021

A sermon for the Sundays following Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 11

June 13, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Mark 4:26-34 The Emerging Kingdom of God Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The earth produces of itself, first the stalk, then the head, then the full grain in the head. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34

Denomination: Lutheran

O Little Town Of Bethlehem Series

Contributed by Sue Babb on Jan 9, 2018

Great things can come out insignificant places. God can use the smallest and weakest to shame the biggest and strongest.

I. Intro. A. I heard about a mother who was running furiously from store to store on Christmas Eve … trying to get those last-minute gifts. 1. Suddenly she realized she’d lost track of her little 3-year-old son. 2. In a panic, she retraced her steps and ...read more

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 10, 2024

This week and next we are looking at three results of being filled with the Spirit.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us, what ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Types Of Restoration In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 30, 2025

The God of restoration not only gives back what was lost but also brings increase, multiplication, and honour in greater measure than before.

TYPES OF RESTORATION IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-26 Key Verse: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you. And ye shall eat in plenty, and be ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Re-Digging The Wells Of Revival

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 9, 2025

Re-digging the wells of revival means returning to the foundational truths, spiritual fervour, and deep hunger for God that once brought His power and glory to His people.

RE-DIGGING THE WELLS OF REVIVAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 26:18-22 Key Verse: “And Isaac digged again the wells of water, which they had digged in the days of Abraham his father; for the Philistines had stopped them after the death of Abraham: and he called their names after the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:18-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don’t Be A Passive Christian

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 3, 2025

A passive Christian is one who is indifferent to spiritual matters, easily swayed by worldly distractions, and hesitant to take a bold stand for righteousness.

DON’T BE A PASSIVE CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: James 1:22-25, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Ephesians 6:10-11 INTRODUCTION: Many believers today fall into the trap of passivity, where they claim to follow Christ but lack the zeal and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Worship

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

We have been looking at 5:15-21 which addresses the theme of walking in wisdom.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Worship Ephesians 5:18-21 August 2, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Sustain The Fire

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025

When God ignites His fire in a person’s life—whether through salvation, revival, or an outpouring of the Holy Spirit—it is not meant to burn momentarily and go out. The fire is meant to burn continuously.

HOW TO SUSTAIN THE FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 1:6, Romans 12:11, Revelation 3:15-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Hebrews 12:29 INTRODUCTION: When God ignites His fire in a person’s life—whether through salvation, revival, or an outpouring of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Wait Under The Weight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To emphasize the importance of waiting on the Lord with faith, trust, and patience, and to recognize the strength and blessings that come from trusting in His timing.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. We’re going to talk about something that is challenging for most of us – waiting. Waiting on the Lord and trusting His timing. Our scripture today comes from Isaiah 40:31, "But those who wait on the Lord Shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Wait, Weight

The Year Of Jubilee PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore the concept of the Year of Jubilee as a divine principle of freedom, restoration, and renewal that still holds relevance for us today.

Hey there, Church family! It's so wonderful to see all of you here today. We're about to dive into a very special topic, one that's full of hope and promise – The Year of Jubilee. We'll be looking at this from three angles: A Time of Freedom, A Time of Restoration, and A Time of Renewal. This ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:17-19

Topics: Jubilee, Lord

A Prisoner Of Christ On The Sea Of Life

Contributed by James May on Aug 11, 2009

Paul sailed into the unknown with the Holy Spirit leading the way. His journey was dangerous and uncomfortable, but he was still in the center of God’s will.

A Prisoner of Christ on the Seas of Life By Pastor Jim May Acts 27:1 – 28: 10 The story of Paul’s capture and sailing on a ship bound for Rome as it pertains to the life of a Christian who has been “captured” for Jesus and sailing through life on the way to our predetermined destiny in the work ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dying In Order To Live Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 17, 2007

True release comes from a relationship with Jesus, not from rules.

Dying in Order to Live Romans 7:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill 6/17/07 www.pontiacbible.org This past Sunday I preached at Calvary Memorial Church in Oak Park. Beth and I spent about 10 years at Calvary and were supported by them for three years when we were missionaries. For the last several summers I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Apr 20, 2011

Nine reasons why we should be excited about going to heaven

THE REALITY OF HEAVEN A couple from Oklahoma decided to go to Florida for a long weekend to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. Because they both had jobs, they had difficulty coordinating their travel schedules. It was decided that the husband would fly to Florida on Thursday, and his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Fresh Start Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

Encouragement for a new year

Acts 1 - January 8, 2017 Turn with me this morning to Acts 1.  It is good to be back with you today as we come out in a new year and celebrate all that our God is doing.  We’ve had just one week go by - and if you made new year’s resolutions, I hope you have been keeping them.  If ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2nd String Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Aug 5, 2019

God uses ordinary individuals

Acts 1 - January 8, 2017 Turn with me this morning to Acts 1.  It is good to be back with you today as we come out in a new year and celebrate all that our God is doing.  We’ve had just one week go by - and if you made new year’s resolutions, I hope you have been keeping them.  If ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational