Sermons on Self Acceptance:

Ivd2 While Having Appearances Of Wisdom, Such Practices Have No Value (Col. 2:23) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 8, 2019

I am amazed at the way educated people in America flock to see and hear gurus and other Eastern spiritual leaders whose teaching cannot change the human heart.

1/2/19 Tom Lowe IVD2 WHILE HAVING APPEARANCES OF WISDOM, SUCH PRACTICES HAVE NO VALUE (COL. 2:23) Scripture: Colossians 2:23 (NIV) Such regulations indeed have an appearance of wisdom, with their self-imposed worship, their false humility and their harsh treatment of the body, but they lack ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Visible Evidence Of Christian Maturity: The Production Of Spiritual Fruit

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 3, 2022

John 15 presents the themes of fruit-bearing, or the visible evidence of true faith and obedience Jesus demands of those who follow Him (Matthew 10:34-39, Luke 14:25-33). Fruit-bearing Christians, or those who do the work of the LORD, will be blessed by Him and hated by the world.

The German pastor and martyr Dietrich Bonhoeffer (1906-1945), in his book, "The Cost of Discipleship" opened the first chapter with these words; " When a man comes to Christ, He bids him come and die." Bonhoeffer lived by his own words as he lingered in a concentration camp, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Genesis 49:22, Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 3:8, Romans 7:4, Colossians 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

As It Was In The Days Of Judges

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 17, 2023

Not only are in in the days of Noah, but we are in the days of Judges as well.

Have you ever read a book and did not really understand it until you were several chapters in? The plot became clear. In the book of Judges, I believe we get the key verse to the in chapter seventeen. Judges 17:6  In those days there was no king in Israel, but every man did that which was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:1-23, Judges 17:6, Judges 21:25, Deuteronomy 12:8

Denomination: Baptist

Faith & Faithfulness (Luke 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 17, 2024

Are we fit for service in the kingdom of God? Let's look in Luke 9.

Who do we say Jesus is? What is denying ourselves and taking up our cross? Do we have leadership squabbles? What is our attitude towards outsiders? Are we fit for service in the kingdom of God? Let’s look at Luke 9. What was one of the earliest mission trips like? Then He called His twelve ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking Free From Sexual Addiction

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2026

This message reveals God’s pathway to freedom, healing, and lasting victory over sexual addiction through grace, truth, and spiritual discipline.

BREAKING FREE FROM SEXUAL ADDICTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 6:14 Key Verse: “For sin shall not have dominion over you: for ye are not under the law, but under grace.” — Romans 6:14 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20; Galatians 5:16; Psalm 51:10; James 5:16; John ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3 Questions God Asked In Genesis

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 15, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God asks questions not because He lacks knowledge, but to provoke self-reflection and spiritual awakening.

3 QUESTIONS GOD ASKED IN GENESIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 3:9, Genesis 4:9, Genesis 21:17 Supporting Texts: Psalm 139:7-10, Matthew 22:39, Hebrews 4:16 INTRODUCTION: Throughout the Bible, God asks questions not because He lacks knowledge, but to provoke self-reflection and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9, Genesis 4:9, Genesis 21:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Saul's Erratic Leadership (1 Samuel 14)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 10, 2025

Was Saul erratic, sometimes doing God's will and sometimes not? Let's look at 1 Samuel 14.

Did Jonathan have a living faith that included action? Did Saul vacillate between asking God’s guidance and foolish decisions? Do we? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 14. Did Saul’s son Jonathan want to check out an enemy Philistine garrison? Did he choose an easily defensible position between two large ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Conflict Of Prayer Vs Pride Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 4, 2025

Pride is a terrible snare – it is a destructor with no limits. As soon as pride takes root in your heart, it will absolutely exalt you over others because it gives you a false sense of worthiness.

Isaiah, Part 15 The Conflict of Prayer vs. Pride Isaiah 38:1-8, Isaiah 39:1-8 Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us! - Last week, we saw how God delivered His people from certain defeat -- He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 38:1-8, Isaiah 39:1-8, Matthew 23:12, Matthew 7:7, Proverbs 25:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Worthless Food

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 28, 2022

Complaints against the Lord contaminate the entire assembly, necessitating God's discipline if we fail to practise self-discipline.

“From Mount Hor [Israel] set out by the way to the Red Sea, to go around the land of Edom. And the people became impatient on the way. And the people spoke against God and against Moses, ‘Why have you brought us up out of Egypt to die in the wilderness? For there is no food and no water, and we ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Recipients Of God's Mercy Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 29, 2021

To accept God's purpose in election, we need to understand the sovereignty of God, His nature and His will for our salvation.

In Romans 9-11 Paul took the opportunity to address the thorny question of the Jews and their rejection of the gospel. • He expresses his heart for the Jewish people. He hopes they will understand the salvation of God and be saved, and yet knowing that many would reject the Messiah. This does not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-33, Isaiah 40:13-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

My Name Is .... God As Father (Ab, Abba, Pater) Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

3rd in a series of God's Name - God as Father

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 15:11-31 Series – Names of God Theme: God as Father – Ab, Abba and Pater INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I want to talk to you today about one of the names God is called that many believe He loves the most. It’s the one that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 15:11-31, Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Nazarene

End Times Obedience

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 17, 2013

How to live in the in-between times.

END TIMES OBEDIENCE. Romans 13:11-14. Context: Romans 12:1-15:13 is the practical application of the statement “The just shall live by faith” established so thoroughly in Romans 1-8. Those who have been made righteous through faith are not to live any longer in the ways of the world, but to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mucho Grace

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Mar 9, 2024

Ephesians is divided into two portions. One is calling, then right believing. One is indicatives, then imperatives. Indicatives are what we ARE in Christ. And that is by GRACE. God giving us what we do NOT deserve. This message is a simple look at 12 imperatives given to us by God by His Grace

SLIDE – Introduction The Book of Ephesians is neatly divided into two distinct portions. The first portion is about our calling The second portion is about our conduct The first portion is really about right believing. The second portion is really about right behaving. The first portion is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And… Be A Community That Loves Jesus And Welcomes Everyone Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2025

Our world is hungry for authentic love - Jesus calls us to be: a community that loves Him passionately and welcomes everyone intentionally.

Go! And… Be a Community that Loves Jesus and Welcomes Everyone (A Christ-Exalting Vision for the Church) Introduction – A Vision of Welcome and Love Imagine walking into a place where you feel instantly at home—not because you know everyone, but because everyone seems to know Jesus. A place where ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, Romans 5:8, James 2:1-4, Acts 2:42-47, Matthew 11:28, 1 Thessalonians 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Abel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

Abel’s life was short, but his faith and righteousness made an eternal impact. He exemplified true worship and devotion to God, setting an example for believers today.

CHARACTER STUDY OF ABEL – RIGHTEOUS SON OF ADAM AND EVE, KILLED BY CAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10, Matthew 23:35, 1 John 3:12, Hebrews 12:24, Hebrews 11:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God