Sermons on Secrecy:

God's Dream Fulfilled

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The plan of salvation was a dream of God even before He created man. He knew the consequences of making a free will creature, and He knew sin and death was inevitable. But it was worth it, for He had a plan of salvation that would be a dream come true.

Few people have ever been more lost than Dr. Robert Dykes and his wife Margery. Both in their late 20's and parents of two young children, they were presumed dead when their small plane went down in the mountains of the Wyoming-Utah boarder. Hundreds of planes searched in vain for nearly a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Bear Ye One Another's Burdens

Contributed by Shawn Ragan on Mar 30, 2001

Our call to help one another through temptations

Bear Ye One Another’s Burdens Meridian Church of God Seventh Day February 10th, 2001 INTRODUCTION Good morning… Victory Over Temptation pages 237-239 I want to talk to you today about the types of bonds that are spoken of in that reading. When faced by trouble, hardship, temptation, these ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sound Of Silence

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 7, 2008

Communion Meditation for September 2, 2007

(Slide 1) Around 40 years ago Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel recorded a song entitled ‘The Sound of Silence.’ It contained a couple of memorable lines that some people have used over these four decades to describe themselves: ‘I am a rock, I am an island/And a rock feels no pain/and an island never ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Church Of God

Cheating: The Attitude And Lifestyle Of The Dishonest

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

Cheating is a reflection of dishonesty — a deliberate act of deception to gain an unfair advantage, whether in academics, business, relationships, or even spiritual matters.

CHEATING: THE ATTITUDE AND LIFESTYLE OF THE DISHONEST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:1 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 19:11, Luke 16:10, Proverbs 20:23, 2 Kings 5:20-27 INTRODUCTION: Cheating is a reflection of dishonesty — a deliberate act of deception to gain an unfair advantage, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Sees In Secret And Rewards Openly Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 31, 2025

There are times in life when men overlook your sacrifices, ignore your prayers, or disregard your secret tears. But the God we serve is not blind to what happens in the hidden places.

THE GOD WHO SEES IN SECRET AND REWARDS OPENLY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:4, 6, 18 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 4:13, Jeremiah 23:24, Psalm 139:1-12, 1 Samuel 16:7, Revelation 22:12 INTRODUCTION: There are times in life when men overlook your sacrifices, ignore your prayers, or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Declaration Of Independence

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jul 2, 2011

We are free-but so many times we don't live that way. We live as imprisoned, enslaved people. A Christian is a free man/sometimes he needlessly places himself under bondage to a system.

"A Declaration of Independence?" John 8:34-36 Allan H. Kircher July 3, 2011 We rejoice at this time every year because in this country we are blessed with freedom • Freedom of assembly, freedom of religion, to bear arms, of the press- • we are free to do whatever we want in the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:34-36

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

Paul, Pt. 22

IN CHRIST ALONE (COLOSSIANS 2:1-10) A scientific convention was held at a lakeside resort. After the first day’s proceedings, a mathematician, a physicist, an astronomer and a molecular biologist hired a boatman to row them around on the lake. As they sat in the boat, they discussed string theory, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Narnia: My Turkish Delight Series

Contributed by Mike Evans on Dec 19, 2005

We find freedom when we bring our desires into the light and trust God will be true to His promises.

My Turkish Delight pt. 3 of 5 Again this week we step into the fantasy world of Narnia. Of course, especially for some of the adults, we need to review some of what we’ve already talked about in this story. It’s important as we walk with God to remember. To review what is true because what is true ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 23

IN CHRIST ALONE (COLOSSIANS 2:1-10) A scientific convention was held at a lakeside resort. After the first day’s proceedings, a mathematician, a physicist, an astronomer and a molecular biologist hired a boatman to row them around on the lake. As they sat in the boat, they discussed string theory, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Rolls Away The Stone Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 1, 2021

Easter: This short sermon reflects on how Jesus Christ, through the resurrection, has rolled away the enormous stone of sin in our life.

We gather here this morning to remember and celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The gospel writers put a great amount of time into sharing the details of our Lord’s trial and crucifixion; however, the account of the resurrection is contained in only a few short passages; and yet the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Salt And Light

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

We are the salt of the earth and the light of the world. We are not called to withdraw from public life into our safe and cozy Christian circles. We are called to make a difference in a world full of darkness, fear, violence, and foolishness.

[Sermon preached on 21 October 2018, Reformation Sunday / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] We sing it almost every Sunday in church with the kids: “This little light of mine—I’m gonna let it shine. Everywhere I go, I’m gonna let it shine.” But I wonder how many of us really think about what we sing. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8, Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Busting The Hell Out Of Addictions

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Sep 23, 2006

Sermon to help people be freed from addictions. Used visual illustration, stacking bricks and then breaking them with my elbow...kids don’t try it at home

Busting the Hell Out of Addictions My goal over the next few weeks is to help you break the power of Satan in your life. To break the chains that hold you and pull down the walls that stop you from fulfilling all you can be in the Lord. Satan’s snares come in many forms…but most common to us; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Stronghold Of Sexual Sins

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Nov 11, 2004

How to deal with sexual sins in our lives.

Breaking the Stronghold of Sexual Sins Pastor Fernando Cabrera I Corinthians 6:12-20 In order to break the stronghold of sexual sins, you need to… 1. Evaluate it “All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable…” (6:12) Sexual sins do not benefit you because you have more to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, 1 Corinthians 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Alive: Live To Honor Him

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 7, 2009

There are several practical questions and guidelines we can use to help us determine whether certain activities are right or wrong.

Christ is Alive: Live For Him - Live to honor and please the Lord- I Corinthians 15:12-20, 56-58 I Corinthians 6:18-20 II Corinthians 6:17-18 Jesus is alive and living today. We should live to honor and please the Lord. We all need guidelines to live by. God’s Word is our manual for life. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:17-18

Denomination: Free Methodist

Character Study Of Mordecai Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025

Mordecai’s life teaches us about faithfulness, courage, and divine promotion. Though he faced opposition, he remained steadfast and loyal to God.

CHARACTER STUDY OF MORDECAI – ESTHER’S COUSIN AND MENTOR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Esther 10:3 "For Mordecai the Jew was next unto king Ahasuerus, and great among the Jews, and accepted of the multitude of his brethren, seeking the wealth of his people, and speaking peace to all his ...read more

Scripture: Esther 10:3, Esther 2:5-7, Esther 3:1-6, Esther 4:13-14, Esther 6:6-11, Esther 8:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God