Sermons on Sabbath Rest:

When God Is Silent

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 16, 2012

There are times in this Christian journey that it literally seems that God has abandoned you, turned a deaf ear to your cries, and it seems as though the heavens over head have become brass. When God is silent I will trust HIm. I rest on His unchanging GR

When God is Silent by MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. Psalms 77:1-77:20 When God is Silent By Pastor District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 77:1-20 OPENING:- I love this particular saying that was on a poster and it goes I believe in the sun when it does not shine. I believe in God when He is silent. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:1-20

Denomination: Apostolic

From Grief To Joy With Christ Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 20, 2016

What are you trying to do on your own that you cannot overcome? Jesus has given us a promise that we should not worry, but take heart, He has already overcome the world. Will we submit to Him and allow our faith to rest in His abilities?

From grief to joy with Christ John 16:16-33 On Wednesday we discussed the work of the Spirit: • Jesus promised the Spirit to be given to us; and He will testify to Christ Re: Claims that the Spirit said something contrary to God’s word is FALSE IDEA: If we will listen, we will hear, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Way Of Joy - Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020

If there’s one thing that plagues Americans it’s anxiety. We worry about so many things. We worry about things that the rest of the world aren’t even aware of. Have you heard the term, “first world problems”?

OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 1 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett March 1, 2020 Biblical joy: a deep sense of satisfaction, given by the Holy Spirit that settles the heart and mind because of what God has promised. Biblical faith: understanding what God has said and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Other

Yahweh - The Unique God

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 16, 2020

The Christian faith is different from any other religion in the world. This was true in the ancient near east and it is as true today as it was then. Being unique doesn't necessarily make something right. What is it that makes Yahweh the one true God and different from the rest?

Yahweh – The Unique God Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … 1 Peter 4:10 “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” And our memory refresher verse(s) for today is(are) … 1 John ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17, Deuteronomy 7:1, Nehemiah 9:19-21, Numbers 21:8-9, 2 Kings 18:4, Exodus 20:3-5, Exodus 32:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

God Is In Control

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 20, 2020

God wants our hearts to be at rest and established by His grace toward us! That’s where and when we find inner peace! It’s not about what you can do, it never has been about what you can do...

Illustration by Alan Tison Children have a way of controlling our life do they not – I heard about a young boy who received a harmonica for Christmas from his uncle. After the first of the year he saw his uncle for the first time since receiving the harmonica. With a large smile he said, “Thanks ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1, John 14:27, Hebrews 13:9, John 14:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gospel Of Life

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 26, 2019

In Colossians 1:1-8, the Apostle Paul’s shows how the Gospel of Life is 1) Received by Faith (Colossians 1:1–4a), 2) Rests in Hope(Colossians 1:5-8), and 3) Results in Love (Colossians 1:4b).

Colossians 1:1–8 [1:1] Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our brother, [2] To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father. [3] We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, [4] ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

The Ark Is Coming Back Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 21, 2024

There came a day when the Lord found a man after His own heart who would not rest until the Ark of God's glory was fully restored to His people. That man was David. David longed to bring the Ark of God back to the people of God.

Title: THE ARK IS COMING BACK OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this teaching you will be able to: i. Understand what the Glory of God is ii. Understand the purpose of the Glory of God iii. Explain why the Glory of God departs from His people. iv. Identify what’s necessary for the restoration of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Exodus 25:9

Be Still And Know: Finding Peace In God Psalm 46:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 20, 2024

Today we dive into the beautiful words of Psalm 46:10, which invites us to experience the transformative power of stillness and trust in God's presence. In a world filled with noise and chaos, let us discover the profound peace that comes from resting in the Lord.

Be Still and Know: Finding Peace in God Psalm 46:10 Introduction: Today we dive into the beautiful words of Psalm 46:10, which invites us to experience the transformative power of stillness and trust in God's presence. In a world filled with noise and chaos, let us discover the profound peace ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10, Psalm 62:5-6, Psalm 115:1, Psalm 37:7, Isaiah 30:15, Isaiah 46:10, Revelation 5:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope Out Of Darkness

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

At Cadillac Mountain, dawn hits that ridge before the rest of the country. Isaiah 9 speaks to a people in predawn darkness and promises a light that breaks in. Advent says that light has a name, Jesus, and His coming turns yokes into freedom, fear into joy, and night into morning.

You know, I recently had the chance to take a trip to Acadia National Park in Maine. And there's this place there, Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park - where you can be the first person in America to see the sunrise. Imagine that. Wouldn’t that be cool to be able to say that you were one ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God In Every Season

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025

In every phase of life, God is working out His plan. Trusting Him means resting in His wisdom, even when we don’t understand. When we trust Him, we receive peace, strength, and guidance to navigate every season victoriously.

TRUSTING GOD IN EVERY SEASON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11 Supporting Texts: Psalm 31:14-15, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 43:2, James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Life is made up of seasons—some pleasant and others painful. Every believer goes through different phases, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Never Sleeps Nor Slumbers

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025

The God we serve is always awake, always watching, and always working on behalf of His people. This truth should give us confidence in His protection, provision, and faithfulness. As we trust in Him, we can rest in the assurance that He never slumbers nor sleeps.

THE GOD WHO NEVER SLEEPS NOR SLUMBERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:3-4 "He will not suffer thy foot to be moved: he that keepeth thee will not slumber. Behold, he that keepeth Israel shall neither slumber nor sleep." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:28-31, Proverbs 3:24-26, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:3-4, Isaiah 40:28-31, Proverbs 3:24-26, 1 Kings 18:27, Matthew 8:24-26, 1 Peter 5:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loving God Through Worship Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Mar 17, 2006

"Living a Life of Love" - Part 3. This message spells out seven principles on how to W.O.R.S.H.I.P. God.

LOVING GOD THROUGH WORSHIP Living a Life of Love – 3 Psalm 95 March 19, 2006 INTRODUCTION: Today we will be continuing in our series titled “Living a Life of Love.” In week one our theme was love your spouse. Last week our theme was love each other and this week our theme is love God. How do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Can You Hear His Voice Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 10, 2010

As we hear the voice of God, we are to respond in worship through 1) Rejoicing (Psalm 95:1-5), 2) Reverence (Psalm 95:6-7b) & 3) Remembering (Psalm 95:7c-11)

Physicist Stephen Hawking made headlines this past week for taking on arguably the most influential scientist in human history, Sir Isaac Newton. Newton, the 17th century scientist who left enduring legacies in mathematics and the natural sciences. Newton warned centuries ago against using the law ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Other

The Substitutionary Sacrifice Of The Perfect Lamb

Contributed by Sakhiwo Ntshiqa on Apr 1, 2018

Christ Jesus the the Lamb of God sacrificed for the sin of sinners once for all.

A. Introduction and Background • The Book Hebrews is regarded by many scholars as the most difficult in the NT. • It is a very Jewish sermon that describes sacrifices, altars and priestly matters. • I in fact say Sermon because some theologians have suggested that the literary form of this Book is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Forbidden Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 13, 2022

1) God's Commission (Genesis 2:15), 2) God's Commandment (Genesis 2:16), and finally 3) God's Caution (Genesis 2:17).

Genesis 2:15-17. 15 The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it. 16 And the LORD God commanded the man, saying, “You may surely eat of every tree of the garden, 17 but of the tree of the knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that you eat ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-17

Denomination: Other