Sermons on Shame At Failure:

The Wonder Of The Risen Lord

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Apr 29, 2019

Experience the wonder and awe the women must have felt on finding the empty tomb this Easter morning.

In everyday speech, we tend to use words like “wonderful” and “awesome” quite a bit. “That cake was wonderful.” “I got out of work early today and had an awesome afternoon.” “What a wonderful service.” Usually we just mean something was nice, or convenient, or was pleasing to the senses. But I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Where Are The Visionaries?

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Feb 20, 2021

The vision carried out in modern preaching of today, is not so much a stimulation but to act as a restraining force to stem the tide of wickedness and destruction.

The majority of the sermons of Rev. Raymond Williams comes from the sermon notes he preached from and are not always fluid. Where is the Visionaries Today? Proverbs 29:7-18; Text verse 18: Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. Another ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:7-18, Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Genesis: Authentic History From An Awesome God

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 14, 2023

This is the introduction to a series on the historical foundations of the first eleven chapters of the book of Genesis. These chapters present authentic events and real people. Without them, nothing else makes sense.

To try and comprehend the majesty and power of the Sovereign LORD God Almighty is like trying to place the entirety of the oceans inside a thimble. To hear skeptics and infidels crow that God does not exist or does not care for what is happening in this world is to hear the finite, limited, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, John 1:1-4, Hebrews 1:1-4, Psalm 19:1, Colossians 1:16-18, Psalm 47:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Curse Of Original Sin And The Redemption Through Christ

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Sep 17, 2024

This sermon talks about a truth that has shaped the story of humanity from the very beginning.

Brothers and sisters, today we gather to reflect on a truth that has shaped the story of humanity from the very beginning. It is a truth that explains the brokenness we see around us, the sin that clings so closely, and the suffering that permeates our world. But alongside this truth is a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12, Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deliver Us From Evil: The Cry Of A Victorious Believer Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Nov 16, 2025

Every line of the Lord’s Prayer is a revelation. It is not a poem. It is not a recital. It is a pattern for victory—a divine template given by Jesus Himself.

SERMON TITLE: “Deliver Us From Evil: The Cry of a Victorious Believer” Main Text: Matthew 6:13 — “…but deliver us from evil.” Preacher: Rev. (Prophet) Rudolf E. Y. Mensah INTRODUCTION Every line of the Lord’s Prayer is a revelation. It is not a poem. It is not a recital. It is a pattern for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Psalm 34:19, Psalm 23:1-5, Psalm 91:11

Denomination: Charismatic

12 Steps To Recovery Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 7, 2008

Part 3 covers our decision to turn our lives over to God.

Twelve Steps To Recovery Part 3 Scripture: Psalms 118:8-9; Numbers 23:19; Hebrews 6:17-18; Isaiah 54:4-8 Introduction So far in this series we have discussed the first two steps in the twelve step process. We began by admitting that we were powerless over our dependencies and that there was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Sail @ Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 20, 2001

What are The Keys to Live a Great Life

SAILING @ LIFE The Secret of Greatness Part 1 Jeremiah 29:11 We’re beginning a new series today called "SAILING @ LIFE." Every single person wants to live a great life. It’s born within us. We may not believe that we’ll live it, and we may be full of feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, but every ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friday: Crucifixion

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 20, 2016

Friday: Crucifixion - Matthew chapter 27 verses 32-56 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). He did not have the strength to carry his cross (vs 32-33) (2). He did not accept the cup (vs 34-37) (3). He did not come down from the cross (vs 38-44) (4). He did not know the Father (vs 45-49) (5). He did not die in defeat (vs 50-54) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In the book ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Brethren

Whatcha Really Want?

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 17, 2025

God meets depressed hearts with presence, truth, rest, and hope, offering Himself as the deepest answer to our soul’s unspoken longings.

Most of us remember that upbeat theme song from the old television show Friends — the one with the snapping fingers and the chorus that keeps repeating, “I’ll be there for you.” But if you’ve ever listened closely, the song basically describes a life falling apart. The singer talks about how ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:5, 1 Kings 19:4, Psalm 30:5, Matthew 26:38, 2 Corinthians 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Let Them PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2025

Trusting God with opposition frees us from control and revenge, inviting us to pray honestly and rest in His faithful care amid conflict and criticism.

Some weeks feel like a parade of prickly people and pricklier problems. A stray comment stings. A coworker corners you with criticism. The group text lights up with misunderstandings, and your heart feels like a drumline—pounding, pounding, pounding. Have you ever replayed a conversation until your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:14

Topics: Letting Go

Unfinished Business

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Historical Background 1.

A. Historical Background 1. The book of Judges concerns itself with the history of God's Chosen People, Israel, during the period between the death of J __ __ __ __ __ and the establishment of m __ __ __ __ __ __ __. The time line of this book extends approximately from B.C.1375 - 1055, about 320 ...read more

Are Divorce And Remarriage Okay? Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012

Are divorce and remarriage okay?

Introduction Are divorce and remarriage okay? I suppose of all the questions that have been raised by the letter of 1 Corinthians, this is the one that draws the greatest anticipation as to how it will be answered. Other questions are controversial and spark ardent debate. We may even enjoy the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tale Of Two Rooms

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 30, 2006

A 2006 post-Easter sermon

(1) When failure strikes, where do you go to regroup? I asked that question to several persons this week and here is what some of them said: (1A) One of them offered several different groups of people but ultimately said, “I drop to my knees, and pour my pain before the throne of God, and ask for ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: Church Of God

When The Miracle And The Mistake Dwell In The Same House

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

The old preachers used devices called types and the struggle between Ishmael and Isaac is a classic to represent the flesh and the Spirit battling.

Genesis 17:15-19 KJV And God said unto Abraham, As for Sarai thy wife, thou shalt not call her name Sarai, but Sarah shall her name be. [16] And I will bless her, and give thee a son also of her: yea, I will bless her, and she shall be a mother of nations; kings of people shall be of her. [17] ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:15-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Response To Sin (Part 2 Of 2) The Intercession Of The Priests Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 30, 2010

Sermon 16 of the series. When Ezra returns in 458 b.c., the king has decreed that all temple expenses will be covered by the government of Transeuprhates. Sadly, while God has arranged for their every need, the people have not prepared their hearts. The l

The Book of Ezra Study #16 (Ezra 9:6-15) Response to Sin (Part II: The Intercession of the Priest) INTRODUCTION: • By the time we come to Ezra chapters 7 -10, we must reorient ourselves as to what is the situation of the Jews. • By the time we come to chapter 7 ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:6-15

Denomination: Baptist