Sermons on Smoldering Wick:

Surveillance Team

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 21, 2023

Wicked hearts do not appreciate your hard work but are ready to throw stones at you at the drop of a hat.

Surveillance team Mark 3:2 “They were watching Him to see if He would heal him on the Sabbath, so that they might accuse Him.” People don’t look at what all you go through before climbing the pulpit! They have not seen the work you do in the kitchen/office before you take the microphone to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Two-Part Plan (Zephaniah 2:1-15) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 19, 2022

God will destroy the wicked, and give the world to the humble. The question is, what role will you play in this?

Today, we'll work through Zephaniah 2. This chapter is a "little" difficult. So what I want to do is give you a framework to help you understand what you are reading/hearing. And I'll just say, up front, that there are things in here that are confusing. No one really ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 2:1-15

The Lord Your Landlord Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Mar 29, 2004

Jesus compares his Father to a Landlord in Luke 20, and in this study we learn that the Lord is a perfectly patient Landlord, as well as a thoroughly just Landlord.

Lent 5 Luke 20:9-19 His name was Gerry Niebler. I got to know his name very well because I sent him a bunch of checks in the amount of $550. Gerry was a nice guy, I met him a few times, but I didn’t send him money just because he was pleasant and friendly person. And I didn’t give Gerry money ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:9-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Revival - Humble Ourselves

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Oct 14, 2002

The second lesson in a multi-part series inspired by Rick Atchley’s series Revive Us Again.

IF MY PEOPLE WILL HUMBLE THEMSELVES II Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: This fall we will be studying about revival. Eventually we will study some of the great revivals that took place in the Bible, but we are taking a few weeks to learn more about what revival is and how it comes. That’s why in a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is The Best Yet To Come

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 14, 2018

Even if that phrase is accurate for a Christian do we really understand what that may look like in our life?

Everyone likes to use the phrase the best is yet to come. If you are not a Christian the worst is yet to come. Your life may be golden here, but in the end your life will be Hell for eternity. Indeed, the best for a Christian is to be in Heaven so the best is yet to come. However, that does not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:35-40, 2 Timothy 3:12, Philippians 1:29, 2 Corinthians 11:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Revive Us Who Love Your Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2014

The psalmist suffers affliction. He is dogged by the wicked, persecutors, enemies, & treacherous people. His crises cause him to beseech God to step in and renew him in the Spirit of the Lord (CIT)

PSALM 119: 153-160 [The Ministry of The Word Series] REVIVE US WHO LOVE YOUR WORD In this section [Resh the 20th letter in the Hebrew alphabet] the psalmist draws still nearer to God in prayer, and gives reasons why the Lord should answer him. With boldness he pleads his intimate connection ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:153-160

Denomination: Baptist

Insults Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 11, 2016

A study of the book of Job 11: 1 – 20

Job 11: 1 – 20 Insults 1 Then Zophar the Naamathite answered and said: 2 “Should not the multitude of words be answered? And should a man full of talk be vindicated? 3 Should your empty talk make men hold their peace? And when you mock, should no one rebuke you? 4 For you have said, ...read more

Scripture: Job 11:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

From Wretched To Blessed

Contributed by David Roth on Oct 5, 2020

The religious leaders of Isreal were removed from the kingdom of God because of their rejection of the prophets and of Christ. As Christians, Christ has placed us into His kingdom, that we would serve Him by handing over the fruits His righteousness produces.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. (Ps. 19:14) “From wretched to blessed” Two weeks ago, we heard Jesus tell a parable about a vineyard, and how the owner of the vineyard paid the same wage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Importance Of Mother’s Faith To Her Children.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 18, 2023

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents.

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents. Motherhood is a blessing ordained by God, full of hope and joy, a high calling, and indeed worthy of honor. God wants Mothers also to have a great influence in the spiritual life of our children. Scripture teaches mothers to point ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20, Philippians 4:9

How Are We Supposed To Treat Our Enemies? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 19, 2021

We are children of God. God commands us to love our enemies. Taking vengeance on those who wrong us is a normal natural human attitude. As Christians, loving our enemies serves as one of the most powerful witnessing tools.

We are children of God. God commands us to love our enemies. Taking vengeance on those who wrong us is normal natural human attitude. As Christians, loving our enemies, serves as one of the most powerful witnessing tools. God calls us to be salt and light, to stand out in the crowd displaying ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:34, Matthew 7:16, John 3:17, Romans 5:8-10

Fake Christians And Unequal Yoking Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 22, 2025

The Bible warns us about the dangers of being unequally yoked with unbelievers.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of being unequally yoked with unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14). Satan often uses fake Christians to compromise God's people, especially in intimate relationships like marriage. Let's explore this concept and examine biblical examples. Satan's tactics ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-8

I Never Knew You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 30, 2025

Jesus' statement "I never knew you" serves as a warning to those who claim to be His followers ...

In Matthew 7:21-23, Jesus says, "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not prophesy in your name and in your name drive out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:23

Preaching Uncompromised Christ Crucifixion Not Customized Wordly Preaching Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 9, 2025

Preaching Christ crucified and resurrected is at the heart of Christian ministry.

The Power of the Crshaila Toss In 1 Corinthians 2:2, the Apostle Paul writes, "For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified." This verse encapsulates the core of Christian preaching which is Christ crucified. The message of Jesus Christ, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

The Neglect Of God's Holiness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 8, 2024

This sermon explores the importance of preaching God's holiness, the consequences of neglecting it, and the transformative power of embracing it.

The holiness of God is a fundamental aspect of His character, yet it is often neglected in modern pulpits. Preachers must prioritize proclaiming God's holiness, lest they lead their congregations astray. This sermon explores the importance of preaching God's holiness, the consequences of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1, Psalm 96:9

Punishing Evil And Protecting The Innocent Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 30, 2024

The Bible teaches that God is a just and righteous God who punishes evil and protects the innocent.

The Bible teaches that God is a just and righteous God who punishes evil and protects the innocent. Throughout Scripture, we see examples of God's justice in action, as He deals with individuals and nations who have rejected Him and His ways. God's Hatred of Evil The Bible says that God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:5-6, Psalm 37:28, Deuteronomy 32:4