Sermons on Seeking Revival:

God’s Haven For The Hapless (Father's Day 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Our God is our Heavenly Father who seeks to carry on his ministry through our parents whom He has willed to guide us in the way that we should go so that we will not depart from it (Proverbs 22:6).

GOD’S HAVEN FOR THE HAPLESS Text: Matthew 9:35- 38, 10:1- 8 Lou Holtz once said Win is an acronym for “What’s important now? …. The WIN strategy is applicable in times of prosperity as it is during a depression. ” (Lou Holtz. Wins, Losses and Lessons. New York: William Morrow (an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 10:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Creating A Refuge Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

Claiming new spiritual territory is difficult. All who seek to follow Jesus in faithful obedience while walking in hostile territory need a place of refuge. It’s up to the body of Christ to create that safe haven for both ourselves and others.

Conquering the land, or claiming new spiritual territory, involves grueling spiritual labor. We will encounter resistance, or even minor persecution, when sharing the message of salvation in Jesus Christ; and we can grow weary if we do not have times of refreshing. We’ve got to find a safe haven ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Be Clothed With Humility Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 21, 2022

We need a fresh glimpse of the eternal and a reminder that God is our creator and we are the creation. God seeks humility in his children. Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand and he may lift you up in due time.

If you think like country singer Mac Davis that it is “Hard to Be Humble when you are perfect in every way”, that is a good sign that you need this passage of scripture on humility. Your accomplishments, recognitions and achievements can be obstacles to the humility that God desires us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Father Abraham Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 20, 2024

The amazing faith of Abraham is going to lead us in the right path as we seek to be rescued and recovered by grace. Let’s get ready to go to the school of faith by seeing how the Father of Faith gets it right! Seven Reminders of the Power of Faith!

Recovered By Grace: FATHER ABRAHAM    Romans 4 Introduction Genesis 12:1-4 The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you. “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Season Of Closed Doors

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 20, 2024

When every door in our lives seems to be closed, there is always one door that opens, and that is the door to know and seek God. Many saints in the Bible went through this door during their difficult times when all other doors were closed.

When every door in our lives seems to be closed, there is always one door that opens, and that is the door to know and seek God. Many saints in the Bible went through this door during their difficult times when all other doors were closed. Instead of crying for the closed doors, we should go ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:40

Character Study Of Rehoboam Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Rehoboam's reign marked the beginning of Israel's decline, leading to the division of the kingdom. As believers, we must seek wise counsel, lead with humility, and obey God’s instructions. Leadership is not about power but about service.

CHARACTER STUDY OF REHOBOAM – SON OF SOLOMON, CAUSED THE KINGDOM TO DIVIDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 12:15 "So the king did not listen to the people; for the turn of events was from the LORD, that He might fulfill His word, which the LORD had spoken by Ahijah the Shilonite to ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Positions Of Christ Series

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Dec 14, 2004

Christmas: Jesus, our first Christmas gift is viewed from his seven unique positions as he seeks to rescue us from ourselves and place us in the position God created for us--a blessed member of his family forever.

CHRISTMAS: 7 POSITIONS OF CHRIST The Eternal Gift of God John 1:1-13 + Today, we continue to unwrap our first Christmas present. JESUS—whether the baby in the manger or the man on the cross—he is the same God… totally revealed and absolutely expressed in the same person. However, he is viewed from ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Free In 2003 Part 2

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 6, 2003

We need to be free in 2003 with our financial resources and make sure we are pressing to become debt free! We must actively and ruthlessly root out the weed of greed in our lives. We should seek to be debt free in 2003.

Series: Be Free in 2003 part 2 Thesis: We need to be free in 2003 with our financial resources and make sure we are pressing to become debt free! We must actively and ruthlessly root out the weed of greed in our lives. We should seek to be debt free in 2003. Opening Illustration: from Shindler’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38, Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Fear God?

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 2, 2001

Our fear of what he might do to us is transformed into a reverence and awe before his great mercy. Although our sins deserve severe judgment, God has chosen to show love and mercy to all who seek him.

What does it mean to fear God? APPROPRIATE FEAR BIBLE READING: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 KEY BIBLE VERSE: And now, O Israel, what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22, Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love God & Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Oct 12, 2001

An inductive message that seeks to eliminate inadequate answers to the question “How can I know God is working in my life?” As a result, individuals prompted by the Holy Spirit will pray at the altar rail to receive God’s help in order to love Him with a

Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to love God and their neighbors. Visual Illustration: “Stone Tablets” marked I and II for the two greatest commandments. Key Question: How can I know God is working in my life? 1. Some people suggest looking for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

Faith In The Right Things

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Mar 16, 2025

This morning, a Canaanite Woman barges into the house Jesus is praying seeking his help. Jesus comments seem cold, but her acknowledgement of Jesus authority, and her need for Grace brings about a great lesson in where we stand before God.

Good Morning. Today, we have a tough lesson, in that it seems to show us a Jesus who is not the approachable loving friend we sometimes can imagine, but standoffish, aloof, and cold; similar to the way he talks to Mary in Cana before He turns water into wine. As the cartoon on the bulletin cover ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

Ruin Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 27, 2024

We see in Zephaniah that God did not want His people, who are called by His Name, to be full of pride and ignore Him and not seek Him and lean into their wicked ways because then He would ignore them from Heaven and strike their land.

Minor Prophets Major Message “Ruin” Zephaniah 2:1-3 #minorprophets READ ZEPHANIAH 2:1-3 (MSG) 1-2 So get yourselves together. Shape up! You’re a nation without a clue about what it wants. Do it before you’re blown away like leaves in a windstorm, Before God’s Judgment-anger sweeps down on you, ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kept As The Apple Of His Eye Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025

Drawing from David's prayer in Psalm 17, this sermon encourages believers facing injustice to seek God's intimate protection and find their ultimate hope in an eternal relationship with Him rather than in temporary, worldly vindication.

Introduction: The Cry for a Fair Hearing My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, have you ever felt utterly misunderstood? Have you ever been in a situation where your motives were questioned, your character was attacked, and your name was dragged through the mud? In those moments, what is the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fiery Darts

Contributed by Mike Carmody on Jan 3, 2001

Some fiery darts that Satan is throwing at those seeking to worship God. Worship is a battle field that Satan has not had to send his troops to in a long time. Now that we are beginning to experiece worship.....LOOK OUT, HERE HE COMES!!!

Fiery Darts Eph. 6:10-17 In this text we see God’s instructions for defense against the devil. Vs. 14 tells us to gird up our loins with truth. Also in verse 14 we are to put on the breastplate of righteousness. Vs. 15 instructs us to protect our feet (or our steps) with preparation. Vs. 16 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming God's Chosen--Messenger Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jul 27, 2002

This week we will see things that God expects of all who serve him. First we must become shepherds or wise stewards, second we must seek God’s direction, and third we must be willing to Go for God.

Preparing God’s Chosen Becoming a Wise Shepherd Seeing Miracles and Receiving Direction Go DBF Sunday Sermon, 7/28/02 We go through so many things every day that seem to weary us. I was asked to go Caribou hunting yesterday morning. We backed the boat into the Wood River at about 10 in the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist