Sermons on Solomons Porch:

The Joy Example Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on Jan 17, 2007

Part 6 in a series on Philippians focusing on the example of faithful Christians

The Joy of Example I. Introduction A. No one to Help 1. In San Bernardino, California a reporter arranged for a man to lie in a gutter on a busy street. a) Hundred of people passed by over a period of several hours. b) Not one person stopped to render aide. 2. Several years ago in Detroit teens ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5 Ways To Get Wet!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 23, 2007

No excuses Jesus Christ offers more than the angels.

Getting All Wet! Text: John 5:1-15 After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Community Hurts Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Feb 20, 2007

God calls all of us to live lives of love amongst each other. To help our neighbors and to become a family, a community of believers that help one another. But what happens when community hurts because of broken relationships and hurt feelings? How do you

What ever happened to Ice tea and Front Porches? Part 2- When Community Hurts… Colossians 3:12-17 Pastor Ryan Akers Video- I belong- found on sermonspice Me- Have you ever gotten into a fight with a next door neighbor? Story of Rambo. Mom and neighbor got into a fight about our trash being spread ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Transformers!

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 23, 2007

Christianity is not a religion of information, but rather about a relationship with Jesus Christ that results in transformation. God wants us to be transformers!

TRANSFORMERS! OPENING JOKE: As the new pastor in town was walking down the street, he saw a little boy straining every muscle to reach the door-bell. He realized the little guy would never make it, although he admired the kid’s tenacity. So he walked up on the porch to help. "Here buddy, need some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: *other

Intensity Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008

I shared this message on Christmas eve; I looks at how important it is for us to prioritize God

Intensity Christmas Eve service 2007 Intro: Igniter Video about Santa and Jesus. Not everyone sees just how important Jesus really is. I remember a few years ago when I was walking through an electronics department in a shopping mall and I saw it!!! My first HIGH DEF BIG SCREEN TV!!! I ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Invalid Man Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004

This is the 4th sermon in the series "The Touch Of Jesus".

Series: The Touch Of Jesus [#4] AN INVALID MAN John 5:1-15 Introduction: As we have been studying “The Touch Of Jesus”, we have seen the power of Jesus over and over again and will do the same this afternoon. John 5:1 Here we find Jesus attending a Jewish feast in Jerusalem. The feast ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Know He Can Do It?

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

Jesus brought healing at the pool which wasn’t popular. Do we allow tradition to trump life?

Background: Jesus arrives in Jerusalem at the time of one of the feasts. Most commentators believe it was the Feast of Passover, but we can’t know with 100% certainty. Nonetheless, Jesus arrives in Jerusalem at the time of the feast, and as you would expect the crowds are large. If it were ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nights Of Miracles

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 10, 2008

A Communion meditation that compares and contrasts the night of the Lord’s birth with the night of His betrayal and the night on which He shall return. Designed to be spoken in sections during the Communion service.

A night of miracles?! Yes, it was. A night of miracles, more than one. A miracle that the child of promise should finally be born, a miracle that a virgin should conceive and bear a son and we would call His name Immanuel, a miracle that from lowly shepherds to lofty wise men to angelic choirs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Three Great Homes

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jul 9, 2010

In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes.

In Luke 15, Christ tells three ‘lost and found’ stories about three homes – the three great homes. The first parable (v4-7), about a lost sheep, records Jesus as the Great Shepherd of our souls, searching for the one, lonely, wandering sheep. The second parable (v8-10), about a lost coin, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Plans On Purpose

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 2, 2020

God is in control with His purposes and plans.

1. I’m grateful for the recent ice storm so I would have a good sermon illustration. a. Negatives • Cold • Darkness • “Stuck” • Isolation • Rescheduling appointments and changing plans b. Positives • Slowing Down • Appreciation for things we take for granted -- electricity; heat; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit Inspectors (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 26, 2014

By their fruit you will recognize them-It may take some time, but we will eventually see whether the preacher is trying to benefit himself, or whether he is truly serving others.

Matthew 7:15-20-“Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruits. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? Even so, every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. A good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Protocol Breaker

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Dec 8, 2023

There is no doubt that Jesus saves to the uttermost. Where the power of men stops, Jesus takes over. Where men fails, Jesus succeeds as it is written, with Jesus nothing shall be impossible!

John Chapter 5:2-10 John 5:2 Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. 5:3 In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind, halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water. 5:4 For an angel went down ...read more

Scripture: John 5:2-10, Nahum 1:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Watchmen On The Wall: The Intercessor’s Call” Part I Series

Contributed by Danielle Jeremiah on Mar 27, 2025

We’re in a time where spiritual warfare isn’t optional—it’s essential. We’re in a time where spiritual warfare isn’t optional—it’s essential. While many chase platforms, God is calling people back to the prayer closet. You were positioned to stand in the gap.

Sermon Title: “Watchmen on the Wall: The Intercessor’s Call” Text: Isaiah 62:1–12 Opening: Family, Isaiah 62 is not just a prophetic promise—it’s a prophetic assignment. It speaks to the identity of a people, but it also calls out the assignment of a people. This chapter is a commissioning… for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-12

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Watchman’s Cry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

The watchman's cry must be heard again in our generation. We cannot afford to be silent while danger looms and spiritual apathy grows. God is calling His church to rise up and take our place on the walls—to watch, to pray, to warn, and to weep until revival breaks forth.

THE WATCHMAN’S CRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 62:6-7 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 3:17, Habakkuk 2:1, Isaiah 21:6, Mark 13:33-37, Acts 20:31 INTRODUCTION: God has appointed watchmen over His people—spiritual gatekeepers, intercessors, and heralds of warning. These are men and women ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:6-7, Ezekiel 3:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Jesus delays out of mercy, calling His church to repent, unite, and trust His righteousness as we stand at eternity’s border.

Introduction – When Delay Feels Like Silence Have you ever prayed and waited… and waited… and wondered if heaven’s line had gone dead? Peter’s letter is written to Christians who felt exactly that. Decades had passed since Jesus promised to return. The world kept spinning, empires rose and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9, 1 Corinthians 10:14, Exodus 14:13-14, Joel 2:15-17, Revelation 14:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist