Sermons on Season Of Joy:

From Death To Life (Resurrection Power) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025

To move from death to life means more than escaping physical death. It is the miracle of being made spiritually alive through Christ. The resurrection is not just about Jesus coming out of the grave—it is about us stepping into a new dimension of living, filled with purpose, joy, and eternal hope.

FROM DEATH TO LIFE (RESURRECTION POWER) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:4 Supporting Texts: Colossians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:4-6, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20, John 11:25 INTRODUCTION: The resurrection of Jesus is not just a past event; it is a divine transition point for every ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Take Refuge In God - Psalm 25 Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 16, 2025

What does it mean to lift up your soul to God? We all lift our soul to something—the thing our soul things is its best refuge. This message will help you learn how to lift your soul to God alone and find peace and joy in the process.

{This psalm is an acrostic poem, the verses of which begin with the successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet.} Of David. To you, O LORD, I lift up my soul; 2 in you I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one who waits for you will ever be put ...read more

4 Christmas Gifts You Don’t Have To Wait To Open

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 13, 2025

There are many gifts we'll receive we really don't care for. But this Christmas, God offers you gifts of His love, healing, forgiveness, and inner joy. And these best gifts you don't have to wait until December 25 to open!

4 CHRISTMAS GIFTS YOU DON’T HAVE TO WAIT TO OPEN Matthew 2:11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHEN JOSEPH WENT ROGUE 1. The Director of the Christmas play was nervous when she cast Jimmy, the middle-school class clown, as Joseph in the Christmas Pageant. 2. Her fears were realized when Jimmy decided ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Christ And All Of Christ - 1thessalonians 1:1-10 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 23, 2022

The Thessalonian church was a shining example of believers in ministry and gospel outreach. They had all the fruits of the Holy Spirit as we see in the verses of Chapter 1. They radiated faith, hope, love, and steadfastness. They waited patiently for the Rapture.

IN CHRIST AND ALL OF CHRIST - 1Thessalonians 1:1-10 We are going to embark on a series of messages in this magnificent book of 1Thessalonians. While it is not universally accepted, the great majority of commentators and writers consider this letter as being Paul’s first letter. It has the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-11, 1 Thessalonians 2:4, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-4, Isaiah 57:21, 1 Timothy 1:2, 1 Corinthians 13:13, 2 Corinthians 1:10, Romans 4:18, Romans 4:21, 1 Thessalonians 1:5, 2 Corinthians 10:9-10, 1 Thessalonians 2:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:6-7, 1 Timothy 4:12, 1 Thessalonians 1:8-9, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 2 Timothy 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing Christmas All Year Round Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 7, 2024

Jesus went from the heights of glory to the depths of shame. He went from the wonders of heaven to the wickedness of earth. He went from exaltation to humiliation. He had experienced coronation in Heaven before Christmas only to experience the curse on this earth.

Christmas is in high gear at Cross Church and allow me to say to wish you a very merry Christmas! Thank you for joining me for a Christmas sermon series entitled, A Timeless Christmas. Christmas is by far and away America’s most popular holiday. I bet it’s even your personal favorite holiday. Nine ...read more

Scripture: John 1:9-13, Psalm 4:7, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus In Difficult Times Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 10, 2023

In difficult times genuine followers of Christ abide in Christ, abound in love, and advance with power.

Greg Laurie tells a story about a woman, who had finished shopping and returned to her car. She found four men inside the car. She dropped her shopping bags, drew a handgun, and screamed, “I have a gun, and I know how to use it! Get out of the car.” Those men did not wait for a second invitation; ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Sets The Highest Standards For His Students Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 7, 2022

1. We must say "no" to our selfishness. 2. We must carry our cross. 3. We must follow His footsteps.

Jesus Sets the Highest Standards for His Students The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:20-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 7, 2022) BACKGROUND: *In Matthew chapters 14-16, Jesus Christ continued to prove that He is the Messiah promised in the Old Testament. With both His works and His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Sets The Highest Standards For His Disciples Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 26, 2022

New version with information about Christians being in Christ. 1. We must say "no" to our selfishness. 2. We must carry our cross. 3. We must follow His footsteps.

Jesus Sets the Highest Standards for His Disciples The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 16:20-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 26, 2022) (New version with information about Christians being in Christ.) BACKGROUND: *Today's message is about the high standards Jesus sets for His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

Humpty Dumpty - Let Us Seize The Day

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 11, 2025

Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall; Humpty Dumpty had a great fall; Humpty Dumpty shouted Amen; God can put me together again. Beloved, Carpe Diem, Seize the day.

Do you remember as a child ... listening to ... or reading ... nursery rhymes? Some of them were a little freighting ... at least they were to me. Three blind mice. Three blind mice. See how they run. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:9-14, Hebrews 12:2, Philippians 3:10, Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Isaiah 43:25, Matthew 11:30, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 John 2:9, Colossians 1:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Go! And Live With Eternity In View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2025

Life under the sun is brief, and death is certain. But here’s the urgent question: How should we live now, in light of eternity?

Go! And Live with Eternity in View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Introduction – A Wake-Up Call for the Living Imagine standing at a funeral. You hear the quiet sobs, see the flowers, smell the lilies, and sense the finality of that wooden casket. One thing strikes you deeply: that person’s time to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:5-10, Hebrews 9:27, 1 Timothy 6:17, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

B Joyful Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 15, 2009

Why sing? Isn’t singing just for "singers"? And what if I don’t like the songs? Do I have to sing anyway?

OPEN: I read the true story about a woman who bought her daughter a really nice Baby Grand Piano for her birthday. A few weeks later, one of her friends asked her how her daughter was doing. “Oh,” she said, “I persuaded her to switch to a clarinet.” “How come?” asked the friend. “Well,” – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

El Shaddai Pt 2 "The Almighty All-Sufficient God Who Protects And Provides" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 11, 2011

We all have needs, those needs may be physical, financial, or emotional like joy or happiness, but every one of us has needs. How can our needs be met? We are studying what the name El Shaddai means because we need to know that we are protected and pro

Purpose: To magnify God's ability to do everything He promises. Aim: I want the listener to gain great confidence in God's ultimate plan to bless His own. INTRODUCTION: We all have needs, those needs may be physical, financial, or emotional like joy or happiness, but every one of us has needs. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Word Lights Our Way Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 6, 2014

You may be able to relate to what Psalm 119 says about the joy of reading and meditating on God's Word. But most of us have also experienced dry spells. This section addresses how we can overcome dry spells by letting God's Word light our way forward wi

PSALM 119: 105-112 [The Ministry of The Word Series] GOD'S WORD LIGHTS OUR WAY You may be able to relate to what Psalm 119 says about the joy of reading and meditating on God's Word. But most of us have also experienced dry spells–times when we don't seem to get much from the Bible. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Runs

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 6, 2014

A perspective on Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32. The loving father does he wait for a lengthy and rehearsed apology from his returning son. He sees him coming in the distance and with joy runs out to greet him. In this way he brings honour again to his son.

Luke 15: 1-3, 11b-32 The God Who Runs God loves to have a party. He has been known to host the best and biggest celebrations in heaven whenever a sinner turns around from following their own desires and decides to come home to God. Everyone is invited to celebrate. Our parable today is not so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Opening The Door To Fellowship Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2023

As we reflect on Christ's words, may we remember that His correction is born out of love, His persistence is a testament to His longing for us, and the fellowship He offers is a joy beyond measure. Let us open the door of our hearts to Him today and dine with the King of kings.

Opening the Door to Fellowship Introduction: Begin with a warm greeting to the congregation and introduce the key verses: Revelation 3:19-20 (NLT) - "I correct and discipline everyone I love. So be diligent and turn from your indifference. 'Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:6, Matthew 7:7, Psalm 23:5, Revelation 3:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal