Sermons on Sharpening:

When A Nation Is Directionally Challenged Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 5, 2013

Who am I? Why am I here? Where am I going? Three questions of importance in life. What happens to a nation who forgets her beginning? Solomon issues a challenge to review our purpose.

Ecclesiastes 10:1-20 When a Nation is Directionally Challenged In 1976, Jimmy Carter, the former Govenor of Georgia, was elected to serve as POTUS. His four years brought high interest rates, long lines at the gasoline stations and the unheard of price of .76 a gallon gasoline. Our embassy in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Be A Member? Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 4, 2016

There are many opinions about "church membership", but what does Scripture say? If we are to grow in spiritual maturity, we must be connected in a local body of believers.

In our basic training, we have studied salvation, the church, surrender and lordship. Today, we move our study toward the expectations and responsibilities of those who have been saved and are surrendered to the lordship of Jesus Christ. You can get a membership to just about anything if you are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Anger Is One Letter From Danger...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014

DANGER, DANGER... ANGER AND WRATH CAN GIVE BIRTH TO TERRIBLE CONFLICT AND PROBLEMS... One temper fit can be spiritually costly. Naaman almost missed his miracle due to anger?

BEWARE: TAKE HEED TO ANGER/ WRATH A HOT TEMPER IS A GREAT TOOL IN THE ENEMY'S HAND... Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. LET US LIKEN THE SWORD UNTO ANGER, WRATH, GOD HAS A JACOB'S LADDER... STAIRWAYWAY OF HOPE... HE WHO LIVES BY THE SWORD SHALL DIE BY THE SWORD... A. As a believer we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Stay The Course Sermon I: The Christian's Motivation For Staying The Course Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 27, 2020

When we Christians find ourselves having to contend with enemies of the Lord God, living for Jesus God's Son and our Savior in a hostile environment is both advisable and doable.

THE CHRISTIAN'S MOTIVATION FOR STAYING THE COURSE TO THE FINISH A fond memory of my father-in-law was a remark he made to me at the age of 85 as he signed on the dotted line of a contract for the purchase of his new car: "Well, that ought to do me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-8

[the Hymn] I. The Praise To God. (Vs. 1-3) Series

Contributed by David Darst on Jun 2, 2020

During this Crisis….this Great Psalm was penned. Out of Trouble came a Triumph! This is a brief overview and context in which this Psalm was written and the revelation to David about God’s Sovereignty over his situation.

Mirth is not a word we use everyday -- it simply means Joy or Laughter, Happiness. Hebrew: sim·khä' -- mirth, gladness, joy, gaiety, pleasure; joy (of God) Interesting enough is the Companion passage of 1 Sam 21 -- Let me summarize; with an encouragement for you to read (1 Sam 20-21 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:39-40, John 4:23-24, Ephesians 4:29, Matthew 12:34-37, Galatians 6:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Truth In The Face Of Contempt

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 25, 2019

When the temple leaders chastised Jesus, He teaches a lesson about TRUTH while teaching in the synagogue.

Weekend Message/Devotion August 25, 2019 Truth in the Face of Contempt Luke 13:10-17 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Holy Living – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

Holiness is not a burden but a pathway to abundant life. It brings supernatural peace, divine fruitfulness, honour, wisdom, and eternal rewards. The call to holiness is a call to true victory in Christ.

THE BENEFITS OF HOLY LIVING – PART 2 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 35:8 – “And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Psalm 92:12-14, Hebrews 12:10, Romans 6:22, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Role Of Relationships In Fulfilling Destiny Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025

God designed life to be lived in relationships. No man was created to walk the journey of destiny alone.

THE ROLE OF RELATIONSHIPS IN FULFILLING DESTINY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 "Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Upholding The Truth In The Last Days

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025

The last days will be marked by deception, compromise, and persecution of those who uphold the truth. However, as believers, we are called to stand firm, discerning between truth and error, and boldly declaring God’s unchanging Word.

UPHOLDING THE TRUTH IN THE LAST DAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; and they will turn their ears away from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keeping A Good Conscience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

The conscience acts as an inner voice that aligns us with God’s moral standards.

KEEPING A GOOD CONSCIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 24:16 (KJV): “And herein do I exercise myself, to have always a conscience void of offence toward God, and toward men.” Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 1:19, Romans 2:15, Hebrews 13:18, 1 Peter 3:16, Titus 1:15 INTRODUCTION: The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Position Yourself For Divine Breakthroughs Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025

To position oneself for divine breakthrough means to align your thoughts, actions, faith, and timing with God's plan.

HOW TO POSITION YOURSELF FOR DIVINE BREAKTHROUGHS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:1-10 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19; Psalm 37:5; Proverbs 3:5-6; Romans 8:28; Exodus 14:13-14 INTRODUCTION: Everyone desires a breakthrough — a moment when the tide turns, when long-awaited change ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Joy Of Living In God's Presence

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 26, 2025

The presence of God is a place of refuge, peace, and unexplainable joy.

THE JOY OF LIVING IN GOD'S PRESENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 16:11 "Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fullness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore." Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:4, Psalm 84:10-12, John 15:10-11, Acts 3:19, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Hearing To Experiencing

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025

Beloved, it is not enough to only hear about what God has done for others. Testimonies are divine invitations for you to step into your own encounter. Don’t remain at the level of observation—step into participation.

FROM HEARING TO EXPERIENCING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: 1 John 1:1, Joshua 2:1-23, Acts 10:34 INTRODUCTION: Many believers have heard of the mighty acts of God—how He heals, delivers, saves, and lifts. These testimonies are not just for admiration, but to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hearing The Voice Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The voice of the Holy Spirit is a treasure that every believer must learn to value and cultivate. In this age of noise, confusion, and deception, the ability to hear and follow His voice will determine whether we walk in victory or defeat.

HEARING THE VOICE OF THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 2:7 Supporting Texts: John 10:27, Romans 8:14, Isaiah 30:21, 1 Samuel 3:9-10, Hebrews 3:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Hearing the voice of the Holy Spirit is one of the most vital aspects of the Christian walk. Throughout ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7, John 10:27, Romans 8:14, Isaiah 30:21, 1 Samuel 3:9-10, Hebrews 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of The Holy Ghost Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The Holy Ghost is not a doctrine to be studied alone but a Person to be experienced. His power is the answer to powerlessness, prayerlessness, and fruitlessness in the believer’s life.

THE POWER OF THE HOLY GHOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Luke 24:49, Romans 8:11, 1 Corinthians 2:4, Micah 3:8, Acts 10:38 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life was never designed to be lived by human strength or intellect alone. It is a supernatural life that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Luke 24:49, Romans 8:11, 1 Corinthians 2:4, Acts 10:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God