Sermons on Sacred Union:

Godly Parenting In A Secular World Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 7, 2024

As parents, we have a sacred responsibility to raise our children in a way that pleases God. And as we seek to do so, we can find encouragement and guidance in God's Word.

I want to talk to you about a crucial topic that affects us all is parenting. The Bible teaches us that as parents, we have a sacred responsibility to raise our children in the ways of the Lord. But what does that mean, exactly? What does it look like to be a godly parent in a world that often ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8-9

Pt. 1 The Foundation Remains Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 10, 2013

The first social institution / union God established was the home / family unit with Adam & Eve reigning as king & queen of the earth: stewards of God’s creation. Satan’s first plan of attack was to come between husband & wife.

Rebuilding Broken Families 1 The Foundation Remains Feb. 3, 2013 A 18 Then the Lord God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper suitable for him."19 Out of the ground the Lord God formed every beast of the field and every bird of the sky , and brought them to the man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Manhood 2 Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 8, 2011

Second sermon given at Moment of truth to communicate the three fold responsibiltiy we have a men. We are called to reflect the Divine nature as Prophet, Priest, Provider/Protector. We can only fulfill these by having a dynamic union with God in Christ.

Intro: We have an at least three fold responsibility if we are to be biblical men of God. 1 Corinthians 13.11 When I was a child I thought, spoke, and reasoned like a child. When I became a man I put those things aside. If we are to be men then we must look to the standard for men. In the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Baptist

"Outreach: Seeing Others Through The Lens Of Jesus.” Series

Contributed by George Mclaughlin Jr. on Oct 25, 2009

The biblical teaching of union with Christ makes a huge impact, not only on how we see the ministry of evangelism, but also how we should regard both our fellow believer and those who have not yet been born into the family of God.

Outline for CBF October 25, 2009 Text: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 Title: "Outreach: Seeing others through the Lens of Jesus." Intro. Review 1st week we dealt with "going" 2nd week we dealt with "to whom" do we go and "who can go." This week I want to deal with an important part of outreach: how we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:12-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Are The All Souls & All Saints?

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

All Saints and All Souls are the Church triumphant in Heaven in union with us, the church militant, on earth. There is a deep bond between the two communities, and we join them in Heaven to worship and praise God unceasingly when we come to worship God.

To my understanding, there are three Church festivals that we celebrate grandly, far from knowing what is being genuinely celebrated. They are Christmas, Easter, and Halloween. Out of these three festivals, the most misunderstood and distorted feast is Halloween. We are still fortunate that the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17, Psalm 34:1-22, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

A Christ-Centered Marriage

Contributed by Anthony Sosa on Jan 14, 2025

A Christ-centered marriage is built on the unshakable foundation of God’s love, where both husband and wife draw strength from their relationship with Christ. With Him at the center, their union is fortified, filled with grace, and equipped to withstand life’s challenges together.

A Christ-Centered Marriage Text: Ecclesiastes 4:12 (CSB): “And if someone overpowers one person, two can resist him. A cord of three strands is not easily broken.” A successful marriage takes three people: the husband, the wife, and Christ at the center. This principle is grounded in Scripture and ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

When Wickedness Is Burned Away Like Stubble

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 12, 2025

However we phrase it, the end is approaching, one day at a time.

Thirty-Third Sunday Integral 2025 Every November we who use the common lectionary are reminded that what we have in this life, this earth, is only temporary. We sinners are forced into an examination of our life and aspirations and face our end. Recall that the word “end” can have several ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-12, Jeremiah 29:14, Psalm 98:5-9, 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12, Luke 21:5-19, Malachi 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Go! And Follow Jesus: The Call That Changes Everything Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2025

The call of Jesus to every person in every generation is profoundly simple and eternally life-changing: “Follow Me.” Two words that rescue sinners. Two words that redirect destinies. Two words that produce disciples. Two words that define Christianity.

“GO! AND FOLLOW JESUS: THE CALL THAT CHANGES EVERYTHING” ---------------------------------------------------------------------- SERIES INTRODUCTION “DISCIPLESHIP (FOLLOWING JESUS)” As we begin this new year together, we step into a journey that is both ancient and urgently needed—the journey of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Luke 9:23, John 1:43, Matthew 11:29, John 8:31, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 28:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Calling Of God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Apr 11, 2013

When one is called by God into the ministry, that calling is sacred and cannot be entered into in a flippant or nonchalant manner. We must challenge and charge both the ordination candidate AND the witnesses (church body) to hold themselves accountable an

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: April 4, 2013 Date Preached: April 7, 2013 Church: OPBC (PM) - Ordination Service for Ben Browning FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Title: The Calling of God! Text: Joshua 1:1-18 ETS: God called Joshua to a special role in His kingdom, Joshua obeyed. ESS: God has called Ben ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Holy - Set Apart For A Purpose

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 10, 2015

How do we become Holy? The Hebrew word translated Holy is Qodesh it means a sacred place or object set apart consecrated and dedicated to God. Beloved there is a vast difference between Holy and Purity.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are three Scripture readings prior to the Message. The appointed Scriptures for this day are: 1 Samuel 1:4-20; Hebrews 10:10-25, and Mark 13:1-8 When Satan,..... tempted the woman in the garden, it was not with great theological points of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 3:13-16, Hebrews 10:10-25

Denomination: Anglican

Samson, A Man With An Ethical Blind Spot Series

Contributed by Rev. Clarence Eisberg on Oct 27, 2015

Samson and Delilah the stuff of real human drama. It is one of the great classic tragedies of all literature—sacred or secular. Some parts of this sermon were gleaned from a sermon by Rev. Charles Swindal

“Samson, A Man with an Ethical Blind Spot” (Judges 13-16) There are certain stories in the Bible which fit into a very special category. Those are the stories which reveal the essence of the people in the story. That is to say, if you know the story, you know what the people are like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:6-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Take God's Name In Vain Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 21, 2021

God’s name is sacred. It’s not that His name is magical. It’s not that the three letters of His name to be used for incantations. It’s because His name represents His essence.

This Memorial Day we continue our series on the Ten Commandments. How are you progressing on memorizing the Ten Commandments? Two weeks ago we saw the “Who” of worship when we examined the first commandment – “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:2). God has always been a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7, Proverbs 18:10

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day: Fathers As Priests In The Home

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025

God designed the family as a sacred institution and placed the father at its helm, not only as a provider and protector but as a priest. The priestly role of the father is one of spiritual responsibility — to lead his home in the worship and fear of the Lord.

FATHER'S DAY: FATHERS AS PRIESTS IN THE HOME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 1:5 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:19, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Ephesians 6:4, 1 Peter 2:9, Malachi 4:6 INTRODUCTION: God designed the family as a sacred institution and placed the father at its helm, not only as a ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:5, Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One Nation Under God!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jun 14, 2023

In July of 1776, our founding fathers & 56 men of faith & courage signed "The Declaration of Independence". On that day, those 56 signers pledged their lives, their fortunes, & their sacred honor to birth the land of the free & the home of the brave.

What was America like in July of 1776? As our founding fathers and 56 men of faith and courage signed their names to "The Declaration of Independence," it was considered to be their death certificate, because king George most assuredly would have killed every one of them had they won the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Submitting To God’s Will

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025

Submitting to God’s will is the pathway to spiritual victory and divine blessings. It requires humility, obedience, and a heart fully surrendered to Him. When you trust and follow His will, you experience His peace, power, and purpose for your life.

Title: SUBMITTING TO GOD’S WILL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:7 "Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 22:42, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 6:10, Hebrews 13:20-21 INTRODUCTION: Submitting to God’s ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7, Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 22:42, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 6:10, Hebrews 13:20-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God