Sermons on Sharpen:

Faith On Trial

Contributed by David King on Sep 7, 2006

No matter the vagaries of life, no matter the turn of events, we have an anchor which holds our soul in life and ensures our stability."The Lord is our Refuge and Strength". Ps. 46:1

For believers, faith is the way of life. “The just shall live by faith” Rom. 1: 7. However whatever has to do with life has to be tested. Man designed and built a flying machine, but he would not entrust it with human life until each component has been tested. No drug is administered to any ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

House Party Series

Contributed by Brian Keith on Jun 17, 2013

Impact City is a siren to today's church, encouraging both the new and mature Believer to consider being multi-task oriented when engaging with lost people who feel disconnected from the local church. A focus on the Great Commision and Mission is the key.

Scripture Reading: John 2:13 And the Jews' passover was at hand, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem.14 And found in the temple those that sold oxen and sheep and doves, and the changers of money sitting: 15 And when he had made a scourge of small cords, he drove them all out of the temple, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-14, John 2:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Daily Enthusiasm For Our Mission Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 3, 2017

Just as charity covers or eradicates an infinity of sin, so infinite sadness is cured by Christ’s infinite love.

Thursday of 1st Week in Course 2017 Joy of the Gospel “No one dared to ask Him any questions.” I am a teacher on summer break. It’s quite a transition every year for teachers to move into June. We have to have time off, or we’ll burn out prematurely. But we also have to sharpen our pencils, hone ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:28-34

Denomination: Catholic

Encouragement In The Face Of Problems

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 29, 2016

Have you ever wished that someone had given you encouragement when you really needed it? A few words of encouragement can really make our day brighter. We see an example of this in the reading from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12.

Have you ever wished that someone had given you encouragement when you really needed it? A few words of encouragement can really make our day brighter. We see an example of this in the reading from 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4,11-12. Knowing that his words would fill the Thessalonian believers with the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Anglican

Give Me A Week

Contributed by Thomas Miller on Feb 14, 2011

God wants us to stop doing what’s wrong; He gave us His Spirit to do it, but we still have a fallen nature that makes it tough. I don’t think God wants it to be easy, because He wants us to work hard to show Him how much we love Him. Sin is easy, just ask

Give Me a Week I’ve been Amazed by those that are so quick to criticize someone’s character often struggle the most with their own. One thing I’ve learned in my 29 year relationship with God is that I’m messed up, and ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Come Away With Me

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 21, 2012

Sermon for the 8th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B

Mark 6: 30 – 34 / Come Away With Me Intro: One day Jack, a woodsman challenged Rex, his friend, to an all-day tree chopping contest. Jack worked very hard, stopping only for a brief lunch break; while Rex had a leisurely lunch and took several breaks during the day. At the end of the day, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Speak The Truth, And Speak It Boldly

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 9, 2017

If we want to be used by God, we have to purify our hearts. God uses all kinds of people., but only if they are clean on the inside. If we want to purify ourselves, we have to confess our sins, repent and accept Christ as our Saviour.

The reading from Paul’s second letter to Timothy is part of the final letter Paul wrote. He wrote this letter from his prison cell in Rome, and he knew that he was about to be put to death. Both of his letters to Timothy contain instructions for both ministers and Christians. Paul tells ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-26

Denomination: Anglican

Passion For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025

Passion for God is that inner fire, hunger, and thirst that drives a believer to seek God above all else. It is the longing of the soul to be with the Father, to know Him more, and to serve Him wholeheartedly.

PASSION FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 42:1-2 "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:10; Matthew 22:37; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Supernatural Visitation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 27, 2025

Supernatural visitation is a divine strategy to shift you from limitation to fulfilment, from delay to acceleration, and from affliction to restoration. God still visits His people today, and His desire is to visit you in a life-transforming way.

SUPERNATURAL VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 18:1-10 "And the LORD appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day;" — Genesis 18:1 Supporting Texts: Luke 1:26-38; Exodus 3:2-10; Acts 9:3-6; John 5:1-9; Zechariah ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why We Read The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 1, 2025

The Bible is not an ordinary book; it is God’s inspired Word to mankind. It is a spiritual compass, a manual for righteous living, and a powerful tool that shapes the lives of those who study and apply it.

WHY WE READ THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works." — 2 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fanning The Flames Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

Just as a fire needs to be maintained to keep burning, we must fan the flames of the Holy Spirit in our lives to remain spiritually vibrant and effective.

FANNING THE FLAMES OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:3-4 "And there appeared unto them cloven tongues like as of fire, and it sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Prayers For Our Nation Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 3, 2020

I urge you to pray in accordance with God’s Word, so that God’s will might be done on Earth as it is in Heaven. Personalize the following Scriptures . . .

Our nation’s only hope is Divine intervention! Scripture says that the heart of the king is in the hand of the Lord. The Lord Jesus Christ is King of kings and Lord of Lords. May HE rule through our earthly leaders! “Some trust in chariots and some in horses but we will remember the name of the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 89:14-18, Psalm 138:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Brave Are We?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 25, 2021

The story of Queen Esther. Her challenges and her faithfulness and struggle's.

Sermon Title: How brave are we? Scripture Text: Esther 7:1-10 Quote: Life is an Echo. What you send out, comes back. What you sow, you reap. What you give, you get. What you see in others, exists in you (us). (Zig Ziglar) There’s a lot that has happened before our text begins today. ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Building A Lasting Legacy Of Faith Joshua 22:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 23, 2024

Joshua 22:24 is a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God.

Building a Lasting Legacy of Faith Joshua 22:24 Introduction: Today, we are exploring Joshua 22:24, a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God. As we dive into this scripture, we will uncover lessons about maintaining our faith, ensuring it is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:24, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Ephesians 4:3, Psalm 78:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Keep Your Ax (Ministry) Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

Fasting keeps God’s presence alive, and keeps God first to make you effective in ministry.

“They (the prophets) began cutting down trees. But as one of them was cutting a tree, his ax head fell into the river. ‘Oh Sir!’ he cried, ‘It was a borrowed ax.’ ‘Where did it fall?’ The man of God asked. When he showed him the place, Elisha cut a stick and threw it into the water at that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:17-18

Denomination: Baptist