Sermons on Secret Place:

Lesson 16: A Rebuke Of Partiality (James 2:1-4) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

This section assumes the rich and the poor’s understanding that appears at other places in James and reflects the influence of the reception of the poor by Jesus in the exhortation not to show partiality in the church.

Lesson Text: James 2:1-4 (KJV) 1My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. 2For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; 3And ye have respect to him ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Walking The Beat

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 18, 2023

Wherever God has placed you, there are people who need the Gospel. Each one of us has a neighborhood beat to walk, and we are all on duty.

Almost everyone who watches TV at all watches reality shows, from The Bachelor to Project Runway to the Kardashians. Not to mention Hoarders and almost anything on HGTV. But the most popular reality show ever was Survival. Do you know that about 51 million people watched the last episode? It beat ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 33:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Healing Church Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 24, 2023

A church/ ministry that creates a healing environment and literally sees healing taking place is a church that focuses on the Good News of Jesus and on making right decision in life.

“The Healing Church 2023” Opening Remarks: Disclaimer on the screen – options for kids and teens to go to for this sensitive topic and message. Pastor Marlon and I attended the AACC Convention in Nashville Tn. last week and I was pressed by the Holy Spirit to talk about us being a healthy and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5, Philippians 2:14-15, Philippians 4:8-9, Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pillows Into Pillars

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jun 29, 2025

Filled with awe and wonder when he awoke, Jacob took the rock pillow and turned it into a pillar, a monument to the Lord God who met with him in this place.

Pillows Into Pillars Genesis 28 Our SS lesson today is found in Genesis chapter 28, which tells us of a transformative moment in Jacob’s life where he is on a journey back to his distant family in Padanaram, and when he stopped for the night along the way he dreamed of a stairway to heaven. But ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Sustaining Your Divine Lifting

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 4, 2025

Divine lifting is not just about being promoted; it is about maintaining the heights God has placed you on through obedience, humility, and continual dependence on Him.

SUSTAINING YOUR DIVINE LIFTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 8:11-18 Key Verse: “But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.” (Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:11-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thanksgiving Reminds Us

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 22, 2025

Thanksgiving day often brings us back to a place of memories. Memories of Thanksgiving celebrations in the past. It reminds of who God is and who we are before Him.

Thanksgiving Reminds Us Col. 1:3-6 Intro. I love Thanksgiving. It brings us back to a place of worship and honoring the Lord. It brings us back to a place of memories. It brings us back to a place of remembering who God is and who were are. I. It reminds us to keep God in his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-6, Psalm 95:3, 1 Chronicles 29:11, Isaiah 6:1-5, Philippians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Your Priorities PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 6, 2024

This sermon explores how to prioritize God's presence, pursue His peace, and place His purpose above all else, using the story of Mary and Martha.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space, to delve into the divine wisdom of God's Word. As we gather in fellowship, let us remember the words of Charles Spurgeon who once said, "Visit many good books, but live in the Bible." Our focus today is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Topics: Ordering Priorities

Committing To Our Mission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

God calls us to see our everyday places and relationships as mission fields, inviting us to share His love and presence wherever we are.

If we could sit across a kitchen table together this morning, coffee steaming, hearts open, I’d ask you a gentle question: Where did Jesus meet you this week? In a car line with cranky kiddos? In a conference call that felt like it would never end? At a mailbox where the bill looked bigger than the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Service, Mission, Discipleship

The Atonement Cover - Throne Or Footstool? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the deeper meaning and significance of the Atonement Cover or Mercy Seat, and its connection to God's throne and dwelling place, and what these concepts mean for believers today.

Good morning, church family. Today we're going to dive deep into some fascinating passages of Scripture and explore a somewhat enigmatic concept - the Atonement Cover, or as it's also known, the Mercy Seat. Now, you may be thinking, "Wait a minute, isn't that just a piece of furniture from the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 66:1, Acts 7:48-49

Topics: Earthly Patterns, Heavenly Realities

The Death That Gave Me Life

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

At the cross, God’s perfect justice and infinite mercy met—Jesus took our place so that His death could give us life.

Where God’s justice met His mercy — and grace rewrote my story. --- Introduction — Justice on the Playground When I was a kid, my teacher kept a jar of candy on her desk. Every Friday she’d give each of us one piece. One day, I got there first, and a classmate took two pieces. The rest of us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7, Romans 3:10-13, Isaiah 53:4-6, Luke 23:13-42, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The God Who Removes Limiting Labels Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 17, 2025

God has the power to strip away the negative labels society, circumstances, or the enemy has placed on your life, giving you a new identity in Christ.

THE GOD WHO REMOVES LIMITING LABELS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 10:46-52 Key Verse: “And many charged him that he should hold his peace: but he cried the more a great deal, Thou Son of David, have mercy on me.” — Mark 10:48 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 62:2-3; 2 Corinthians 5:17; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Five Faces Of Pride - Mark 12:35-40 (Contd) Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 1, 2024

Jesus described five forms of the earthly greatness we are to beware of. Pride of appearance Pride of importance Pride of place Pride of privilege Pride of pretense

Mark 12:35 While Jesus was teaching in the temple, he asked, "How is it that the teachers of the law say that the Christ is the son of David? 36 David himself, speaking by the Holy Spirit, declared: " 'The Lord said to my Lord: "Sit at my right hand until I put your enemies under ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:35-40, Matthew 22:38-46, Luke 20:41-47

The God Who Crowns With Honour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025

Honour is not something man can manufacture; it is a crown God places on those He approves. It is divine recognition that sets a person apart for elevation, influence, and distinction.

THE GOD WHO CROWNS WITH HONOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 8:5 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 2:7-8; Psalm 75:6-7; Isaiah 61:7; Proverbs 3:35; Zechariah 3:1-5 INTRODUCTION: In a world where men are often disgraced, forgotten, or treated with contempt, there is a God who specialises in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:5, 1 Samuel 2:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Inherit Your Mantle

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 12, 2025

God is still placing mantles. He still looks for men and women who will press through every station and pick up what He drops.

It all began as an ordinary day for Elisha. The son of a prosperous farmer, he rose as he always did, washed, dressed, and joined the family in the field. Twelve yoke of oxen strained against the plow. Nothing about that morning hinted that heaven had scheduled a life-altering appointment. Then, ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Awakening The Mighty Warrior Within You

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

There is a mighty warrior within you waiting to be awakened. God has placed His power inside you, but it is up to you to rise up and walk in that authority.

AWAKENING THE MIGHTY WARRIOR WITHIN YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:12 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:13, 1 John 4:4, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10-12 INTRODUCTION Many believers today live far below their God-given potential because they do not recognise the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God