Sermons on Reversals:

Unified In Our Commission Series

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 7, 2010

The Church must be unified in it's commission to reach the lost.

Intro. God used a wicked king and removed Vashti to put Esther in as the Queen. For that time, just in time. Think about it! God knew exactly what part of history in which Esther needed to be born. And in chapter 2, she became the Queen! To understand the appeal in our text, we must begin ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Ashes Of Temptation Series

Contributed by David Roth on Feb 26, 2015

Lent I (B) midweek. The source of temptation is our own sinful desires within us. Therefore, we look to Christ who purifies our hearts, to deliver us from temptation.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Ashes of Temptation” Our world today is full of temptation, isn’t it? You don’t even have to go looking for it anymore. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-19, James 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Last

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2017

What kind of life do we lead when we put ourselves first, and others last? What kind of world encourages us to tread all over others and always be first? What would Jesus say about the first and last in society?

Prelude, Purpose, Plan What kind of life do we lead when we put ourselves first, and others last? What kind of world encourages us to tread all over others and always be first? What would Jesus say about the first and last in society? Let’s examine the incredible blessing of following Jesus to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Straw The Broke The Camel's Back Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

By focussing on king Manasseh we realise that there comes a point when God says enough is enough, but that does not mean we are beyond God's grace.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 2 Kings 21:1-18 “The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back” Picture Focus on the idea of comparing ourselves to others. We feel that others are close in God’s view. While we can feel like a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

From Sacrifices To Stones

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 15, 2013

"Some days you're the windshield. Some days you're the bug." - Unknown

“Celebrity nowadays is so fleeting.” Aubrey O'Day Indeed, in life there are many one hit wonders in every career field. In the military, we said that one “Aww, Nuts!” wiped out ten “Atta Boys!” You can be the fair haired boy on the fast track one day and a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:18-19, Acts 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

Hope Shines Through Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 1, 2022

Out of the most desperate situations God is able to do a work of hope. The Messiah is a shoot from the stump of Jesse. From a stump God will raise up a ruler and king. Not just any king but the greatest the world will ever know, the Messiah, King Jesus.

In what way would you describe the almighty power of God? One way would be to picture a forest. A giant comes along something like “Paul Banyan” who walks through swinging a two sided axe and chops down trees with each swing. It would be like swinging a cycle in a field of wheat. The imagery is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

A New Day Coming Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 6, 2022

Isaiah gives us a description of the new day. For believers in Jesus the best is yet to come. Your future is bright! The new Zion is described were believers dwell with God. Are you ready for the new day?

Have you ever had one of those days you would like to forget? It might be a time your alarm did not go off and then you spilled coffee on your shirt or worse yet while rushing you spilled coffee on your computer. Then you go out to your car and a tire is flat. All this before 8:00 AM. It is one of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Last Place

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 15, 2020

What would Jesus say about first and last place? Let’s examine the puzzle behind Jesus blessing those in last place in Matthew 20:1-16.

What would Jesus say about first and last place? Let’s examine the puzzle behind Jesus blessing those in last place in Matthew 20:1-16. Wine Industry Parable Matthew 20:1 For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. The Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

19th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 11, 2020

Jesus introduced his followers to the most unusual aspect of life. He taught them about a way to love others with no concerns for themselves. Jesus showed them unconditional love in rescuing fallen women, helping enemy soldiers, and associating with sinners.

In 1984 a British-American rock band, Foreigner, released a song entitled “I Wanna Know What Love Is.” A High school senior believed he knew what love is. So, this young man said to his father at breakfast one morning, "Dad, I'm going to get married." "How do you know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:31-36

Denomination: Catholic

Some Things God Puts First

Contributed by Grant Adams on Aug 3, 2021

As you study the bible you can really see that God has placed some things above others. In other words, God has some ‘first things first’.

I hope I never become unthankful or ungrateful for those who had a part in molding and making me. 1. Many of you here tonight have helped and taught me. 2. My stepdad has helped me. a. He is dead and gone, but I am still thankful for him. b. He was a man of low morals and few principles, but… 1) He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate Life

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 1, 2024

Celebrate Life Day reminds us to protect the unborn and thank God for our lives.

Celebrate Life Thomas Jefferson stated the following in the Declaration of Independence (emphasis added): We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What God Cannot Do, Does Not Exist

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025

The statement “What God cannot do, does not exist” is a profound declaration of God’s omnipotence and His ability to do anything and everything according to His will

WHAT GOD CANNOT DO, DOES NOT EXIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Luke 1:37, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2 INTRODUCTION: The statement “What God cannot do, does not exist” is a profound declaration of God’s omnipotence and His ability to do anything ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27, Luke 1:37, Genesis 18:14, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

There Is Nothing God Cannot Do

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025

We serve a God who has never known defeat, failure, or impossibility. What men call impossible is simply an invitation for God to reveal His might.

THERE IS NOTHING GOD CANNOT DO By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Luke 1:37, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2, Genesis 18:14, Mark 10:27 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with limitations—limitations of strength, resources, knowledge, and time. But the God we serve ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Breaks Protocols Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 31, 2025

Protocols are created by men, but miracles are orchestrated by God. He operates above human systems and disrupts human order for divine order to manifest.

THE GOD WHO BREAKS PROTOCOLS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 4:10-17 Supporting Texts: Genesis 41:14, Matthew 8:1-3, Luke 13:10-13, 1 Samuel 16:11-13, Daniel 3:28-30 INTRODUCTION: There are seasons in life when established systems and rules appear to hinder progress, and when man-made ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:10-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Opens Books Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 7, 2025

In the kingdom of God, nothing you do for the Lord goes unnoticed. The sacrifices you make, the prayers you pray, the tears you shed, and the acts of service you render in obedience to God are all recorded before Him.

THE GOD WHO OPENS BOOKS OF REMEMBRANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Malachi 3:16-18 (KJV) "Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to another: and the LORD hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the LORD, and that thought ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God