Sermons on Sapphire:

Fly High - Acts Part 3

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2006

The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with people who are filled with the Holy Spirit and what happens to those who try to deceive the Holy Spirit.

“Fly high” – Acts part 3 On the Lighter side of Life: Funny pictures of pets Opening Video Illustration – Flying high for the kingdom of God – two real life stories of what it means to sacrifice for the kingdom and for others: From Blue Fish TV – Illustrate Volume 3 : David and Cynthia and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nadab & Abihu: Strange Fire Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

Part 2 of 6 of the Series, Who’s That? Stories of Little Known People of the Bible. These two brothers did something that resulted in a truly shocking end to their lives. And it all began with "strange fire"....

NADAB & ABIHU: STRANGE FIRE Leviticus 10:1-11 Read at beginning of service: Hebrews 12:18-29 (NIV) 18 You have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom and storm; 19 to a trumpet blast or to such a voice speaking words that those who heard it ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-29, Leviticus 10:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Solid Investments

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 25, 2008

With our economy in turmoil the stock market crashing and finacial companies filling bankruptcy we must make Solid Investments that will produce a positive return.

“SOLID INVESTMENTS” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Matthew 6:19-21 “Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Apostolic

This Is War Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 13, 2009

Though we face a defeated foe, we will ensure our own defeat if we fail to respect his power. God has provided us with armour and weapons that give us victory, but we must train ourselves to use them--then, we must use them.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Evangelism Pt2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 30, 2010

We as the Body of Christ need to follow Jesus example to serve others so as to make an eternal difference in a person’s life. We need to go the extra mile like Jesus did! We need to fulfill our eternal destiny!

Servant Evangelism pt 2 Series: To serve or not to serve? Last week’s challenge to serve: Brought some Testimonies – Here are some from those who have served others this week: Hi Pastor, Just wanted to let you know the popcorn I gave out in my class during finals when over great. I was taking a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The End Of The Road Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009

His final stops along the road before God took him home.

The end of the road II Kings 2:1-11 As I’ve said many times since we began this study of the life of Elijah he is called “a man of like passions” and keep in mind that I repeated many times that this simply means that he is like us in every way. Even though ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Stand On The Sidelines Series

Contributed by Robert Fox on Jan 19, 2007

Compares being a Christ Follower to being a member of a football team, focus on choosing to follow God, and "holy ground". Student Ministry PowerPoint format.

[Don’t stand on the Sidelines] If you decide that it’s a bad thing to worship God, then choose a god you’d rather serve - and do it today … As for me and my family, we’ll worship God. (Joshua 24:15 MSG) This material was originally presented in PowerPoint format to a student ministry audience. If ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Fellowshipping With The Father And The Son - Part 13

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 3, 2020

John wants his readers to know that if any loves the world as a habit of life, the love of the Father is not in him.

1 John 2:15 Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. 1 John 2:16 For all that is in the world; the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life; is not of the Father but is of the world. 1 John 2:17 And ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Desire Heaven Deeply Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 14, 2015

Whether cultural conformity or sever persecution, the book of Revelation is written to brighten their hope, to rekindle their expectation, to stir their hunger for heaven.. Hopeful anticipation is necessary to survival.

Series: Victorious! “Desire Heaven Deeply” Revelation 21-22 Open Today, we finish our sermon series Victorious! We complete our study of the book of Revelation. I need to start this message the same way I started the series – giving you the methodology we have been ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Heaven And Earth Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 2, 2023

Study #12: This study looks at descriptions of the New Jerusalem, including its size, dimensions and inhabitants; discusses the Tree of Life and River of Life; and views the urgent invitation extended to come and join Jesus for all eternity.

NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Tonight, we will be looking at Revelation 21 and 22, and work toward finishing our Revelation and Endtimes Overview study. This evening’s session will present “a glimpse into eternity.” We will be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27, Revelation 22:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Song Of Solomon

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 30, 2022

(Song of Songs to some)

Notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries are throughout. Location = Jerusalem, Israel, early in Solomon’s life “God created the Shulamite woman for the shepherd-lover just as He decreed Christ for His Bride, the Church.” In the Song of Solomon, direct references to the word “family” do not exist. The ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

A Christmas That Won’t Disappoint Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Dec 26, 2025

No matter how much we enjoy the gifts we receive at Christmas, they will eventually disappoint us, as will everything in this world - possessions, achievements, experiences, and relationships. But when Christ returns, we will find that what God has planned for us will never disappoint us.

All right. Good morning. Did everyone get what they wanted for Christmas? Any surprises? I read an article a while back in which various celebrities were asked to name their most memorable Christmas presents, and the answers might surprise you. These were A-list celebrities; people with money and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9, Revelation 21:10-21, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Baptist

The Perfect Pastor Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 26, 2024

If you’re looking for the perfect pastor, look to Jesus your beautiful Savior, your intercessor, your counselor, your protector, your Savior from sin, and your purifier.

On June 16, 1875, the Milwaukee Sentinel published this want ad for a new pastor: Wanted—A rector for St. James' Church. He must possess all Christian graces and a few worldly ones; must have such tact and disposition as will enable him to side with all parties in the parish an all points, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:1-43, Hebrews 8:1-2, Hebrews 7:25, Deuteronomy 17:8-13, Hebrews 2:17-18, Hebrews 7:23-25, 1 John 2:1, Hebrews 9:23-26, Hebrews 4:14-16, 1 John 1:7, Hebrews 9:11-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Lord Who Delivers Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Apr 6, 2024

THE LORD DELIVERS US FROM 1. ENEMIES 2. FEARS 3. TROUBLES 4. SICKNESS 5. DEATH 6. EVIL 7. DEVIL

THE LORD WHO DELIVERS US     OUTLINE   1.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR ENEMIES   2.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR FEARS   3.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR TROUBLES   4.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM OUR SICKNESSES   5.THE LORD WILL DELIVER US FROM ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Pentecostal

Song Of Solomon

Contributed by Ernest Johnson on Aug 7, 2004

The Song of Solomon as sung by Ernest Johnson.

 Outline and Notes List of Characters 2 Biography 3 Outline 4 Chapter 1 5 Chapter 2 6 Chapter 3 9 Chapter 4 10 Chapter 5 15 Chapter 6 17 Chapter 7 18 Chapter 8 19 Taught by Ernest Johnson At the McLoud Pentecostal Holiness Church  List of Characters 1. The ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal