Sermons on Rod Of God:

From Paralytic Man To Present-Day Mission: A Journey Of Faith And Healing

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 10, 2024

From Paralytic Man to Present-Day Mission: A Journey of Faith and Healing

From Paralytic Man to Present-Day Mission: A Journey of Faith and Healing Scripture: Luke 5:18-25 Reflection The story of the paralytic man healed by Jesus is a powerful narrative of faith, compassion, and transformation. It serves as a foundational cornerstone for understanding the mission ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:18-25

Denomination: Other

Whoever Loves

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 18, 2022

If we truly love the Lord, there is no reason to fear when doing what we are called to do.

Whoever Loves – John 14:23 -29 Intro: Listen to the following expressions and think about the last time you may have heard them: Luv ya man! / I just love German chocolate cake! / I love your new hair cut! / I love your outfit! --- These expressions all deal with the word LOVE. NOW, I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:23-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Excuses

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 24, 2022

No excuse is sufficient to keep us from following where Christ Jesus calls.

Excuses – Luke 9: 51 - 62 Intro: A farm boy accidentally overturned a wagon load of corn on a country road. A farmer who lived nearby came out of his house to investigate. “Hey, Willis,” he called out, “sorry about your troubles. Just come into the house and have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Godly Jews Repent On The Day Of Pentecost!!! Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 25, 2025

Why did the "Godly Jews" repent on the Day of Pentecost!!!

_At that time there were *devout* Jews from every nation living in Jerusalem.- Acts 2:5_ After hearing Peter's sermon what brought *Godly* Jews virtually to their knees . _Hey...they were not Alcoholics, Womanisers or Drug Addicts , Thieves or Murderers._ But cut in their hearts, they ask ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5

Denomination: *other

Easter Sermon On Peter

Contributed by Ava Ch on May 25, 2025

Resurrection hope meets us in our wandering and regret, assuring us that no failure is final when grace rolls the stone away.

Introduction Christ is risen! He is risen indeed. Friends, we gather on this Easter morning in the light of resurrection, but many of us carry shadows too. The shadows of the past year. The shadows of our regrets. And if we’re honest, some of us arrive like Peter—with hearts that have wandered, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

No Screaming, Lots Of Listening

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 8, 2025

We might make the fiery preacher John the Baptist into our kind of Messiah. Energize by screaming at folks.

Feast of the Baptism of Jesus 2025 Sometimes in our reflections we might think that if God just made a few changes in the way He engineered our salvation, things might have gone better. Isaiah predicts that the Messiah would come gently, not screaming His message, giving people who were broken and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4, Isaiah 42:6-7, Acts 10:34-38, Luke 3:15-16, Luke 3:21-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

When Saul Met Jesus Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 7, 2025

There is a story in every believer’s life of an encounter with the Saviour. Some find Jesus while reading the Bible Some find Him while listening to a preacher The point is; every conversion comes with a time when we meet Jesus in a personal way.

“When Saul Met Jesus” Acts 9:1-9 2-2-2025 There is a story in every believer’s life of an encounter with the Saviour. Some find Jesus while reading the Bible Some find Him while listening to a preacher And others may have been introduced to Jesus by a friend. The point is; every conversion comes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 17:7-12 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025

Revelation 17:7-12

Revelation 17:7-12 The woman and the Beast As I read through this section my thought was that this reads very much like a riddle. I'm not very good at riddles but lets give it a shot. It begins with just as simple statement by the angel telling John that he will tell him the mystery of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:6-12

Denomination: Bible Church

Christ’s Quiet Reign In Our Digital Age Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025

Christ is the king who washes feet.

Title: Christ’s Quiet Reign in Our Digital Age Intro: Christ is the king who washes feet. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, In a world increasingly dominated by noise, by endless scrolling, loud opinions, and digital clutter, it feels almost radical to imagine Christ the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

Honouring One Another In Love Romans 12:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 2, 2024

Romans 12:10 provides a clear and challenging call to love and honour one another in the body of Christ. We will break down this verse into three key points: Genuine Affection, Delighting in Honour, and Living Out Love.

Introduction Today, we will delve into a single yet profound verse from Paul's letter to the Romans. Romans 12:10 says: Romans 12:10 (NLT): "Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honouring each other." This verse provides a clear and challenging call to love ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10, 1 Peter 1:22, Philippians 2:3, 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Words: Speaking Life In A World Of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Ephesians 4:29, explores how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are called to a higher communication standard.

The Power of Words: Speaking Life in a World of Negativity Ephesians 4:29 Introduction: Today, we will delve into the profound message of Ephesians 4:29, exploring how our words can be instruments of grace, encouragement, and healing. In a world filled with negativity and harsh speech, we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 18:21, Colossians 4:6, Hebrews 10:24-25, James 1:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

If I Think My Foot Is Going To Slip Series

Contributed by Peet Bekker on Jun 22, 2024

I was walking through a remote area called Te Rapa, in New Zealand and stopped for some rest at the end of an exhausting day. I slept next to a farmyard fence, under the stars, on a patch of soft green grass.

Good morning Has it ever happened to you that the same Bible verse unexpectedly keeps coming across your path? This once happened to me with Psalm 94:18. Due to all the repetition, I eventually knew the Bible verse by heart. “When I said, ‘My foot is slipping,’ your unfailing love, Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:18

The Lord Prays (John 17)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 7, 2025

When Jesus prayed for us, what was important to Him? Let's look at John 17.

Did Jesus pray for His disciples? Did He pray for us? Did He pray for unity? Let’s look at John 17. Many have labeled the “Our Father” as the Lord’s prayer, but could His prayer here also be labeled the Lord’s prayer? After saying all these things, Jesus looked up to heaven and said, “Father, the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Extravagant Love

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Apr 5, 2025

John’s Gospel. Here, we encounter a mesmerizing moment of devotion, a simple yet profound act of love performed by Mary, the sister of Lazarus

Beloved family , grace and peace to you from our Lord Jesus Christ. As we gather this sacred morning to partake in communion, I invite you to immerse yourselves in the rich, poignant story found in the twelfth chapter of John’s Gospel. Here, we encounter a mesmerizing moment of devotion, a simple ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Fleeing Persecution (1 Samuel 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 16, 2025

Should we walk away from those who don't want to hear the Gospel, or flee those who persecute us for it? Let's begin in 1 Samuel 21.

Are there situations to walk away from or even flee? What if people refuse to listen to the Gospel or worse, persecute us? Is mercy more important than sacrifice? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 21. Did David understand that eating the shewbread, putting hunger ahead of the letter of the law, was innocent ...read more

Denomination: Baptist