Sermons on Spiritual Authority:

Paying Taxes To Caesar Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 5, 2015

The question about taxes to Caesar in Luke 20:19-26 shows us the distinction between the authority of the government and the authority of God.

Scripture The final section in The Gospel of Luke begins at Luke 19:28. Luke described Jesus’ final week on earth, and began with his triumphal entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday (19:28-40). As Jesus drew near the city of Jerusalem he burst into tears and wept over the city because of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:19-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Strong In The Lord & In His Mighty Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 9, 2009

never take for granted the victory over sin that Christ has won for us. Never underestimate the devil. He’ll oppose us at every opportunity. Never give up in the fight against sin and evil. But always remember the power of God and the armour with which he

Do you remember when we looked at Paul’s prayer in Eph 3 that I commented how difficult it is to achieve the sort of unity that God wants from his church. In fact I pointed out that that’s why Paul prays the way he does: because only by God’s power can this miracle come about. Paul knows that apart ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-24

Denomination: Anglican

At War!!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 11, 2020

A beginning of the year series leading us to discover our purpose. Today, we gain an understanding that we are at war.

Revelation 12:1-5, 7-8, 17 We’re at War! January 12, 2020 We are living in very precarious times! You could even say these are crazy days! What should make sense - - doesn’t make sense. We hear stories on the news that for most of us really don’t make sense. Let me give you some couple of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17, John 8:44, 1 Peter 5:8, Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Baptist

Lover Of Themselves

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

Self-love is a sign of spiritual decay when it replaces love for God and for others.

LOVER OF THEMSELVES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 Supporting Texts: Romans 1:21-25, Matthew 22:37-39, James 4:4, Philippians 2:3-4, 1 John 2:15-17 INTRODUCTION: In these perilous times, the Apostle Paul warned that men would become "lovers of themselves"—a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Prayer For Hope Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 14, 2021

If God dictated your prayer life, how would it look different? I know your prayer list has you winning the Powerball lottery this week. But what if God took over your prayer life?

We are in desperate need of hope right now. In a recent Pew Center survey, Americans are not optimistic about our future. The majority of people see a decline in our future well-being in many areas. There is widespread depression, drug abuse, addiction and loneliness. Americans are purchasing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-19, 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Which One Should We Prioritize,physical Fitness Or Spiritual Fitness? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2024

In today's world, physical fitness has become a top priority for many people.

We spend hours at the gym, running, and engaging in various physical activities to maintain a healthy body. However, as Christians, we must remember that our spiritual fitness is equally, if not more, important. LET US explore the importance of both physical and spiritual fitness, and why we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Hebrews 12:1-3

Detrimental Competition-8

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 31, 2018

8 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-VIII—John 3:22-36 Christians & the Church indeed have ‘the market’ on truth. We are in competition with false doctrine. But the Church invites grave difficulties upon herself when they become competitors among themselves...i.e., When their competition becomes detrimental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Gifted Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 21, 2018

Are you familiar with Gary Larson's The Far Side? One of his more popular cartoons is "school for the gifted". That's how we can be. God has gifted us but the way we act sometimes you wouldn't know it. We need to make sure we don't bury our talents.

GIFTED Are you familiar with cartoonist Gary Larson-Far Side. One of his more popular cartoons is "the school for the gifted". [show cartoon]. That's how we can be sometimes, isn't it? God has gifted us but the way we act sometimes you wouldn't know it. Mark's sermon last week featured the parable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, 1 Peter 4:10-11, 1 Timothy 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now Is The Time Series

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Jan 2, 2021

“Now is the Time” to come back to what is important to all who love God. God’s sent Jesus, His Son that we would no longer be separated from Him by the sin in our lives. What is keeping you from worshiping God?

One of my favorite songs is entitled “Heart of Worship.” The Lyrics of the song imply that we have gotten away from worshiping God and let other things replace our worship with things that are less important. Many of God’s people have let the pandemic dampen their desire to Worship God. With the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Where Do You Live?

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Feb 18, 2016

All of "live" in either Nazareth or Capernaum.

WHERE DO YOU LIVE? Luke 4:14-44 (God's Word translation) How many people have lived in the Tri-Cities your whole life? • How many of you live in the same house you got married in? • How many of you live in the same house you were born in? • I have figured out that I have lived in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-44

Denomination: Methodist

The 2 Fold Cord Of Sanctification- Growing In Christlikeness

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 7, 2019

This first-fold-cord-of-sanctification takes place the moment you’re born-again.

The 2 Fold Cord Of Sanctification- Growing In Christlikeness Colossians 1:11-15AMP 11 [we pray that you may be] strengthened and invigorated with all power, according to His glorious might, to attain every kind of endurance and patience with joy; 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Asleep In The Light? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

When you’re spiritually asleep it means you’re unaware of what God is doing right now in the world.

INTRODUCTION One of the first church jokes I remember hearing is about the deacon who always went to sleep when his pastor started preaching. One Sunday, the pastor decided to play a trick on him. He started preaching, and sure enough, the drowsy deacon was soon sound asleep. The pastor said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Trustworthy Saying - Part 3

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 14, 2024

Spiritual leadership in the church is necessary. Without spiritual leaders you will have leadership, but as immature or nonspiritual, they will draw people after themselves. This sermon is about the desire to serve as a spiritual leader.

Trustworthy Saying #3 (1 Tim. 3:1-7) Intro: A. Today we are going to study another of Paul’s “trustworthy sayings” taken from 1 Tim. 3:1. The Bible tells us read about the role of the minister or evangelist, and the character of spiritual leaders we often call “elders” or “shepherds.” We also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, 2 Timothy 4:1-5, Judges 9:7-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am, Am I? Overcoming The Pseudo Self PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Recognize and embrace our true identity in Christ, rather than creating a false self.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters! We're diving into the heart of a story today that's as relevant now as it was thousands of years ago. It's about identity, about who we truly are and the danger of pretending to be something we're not. The Christian author Brennan Manning once said, "We ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-6

Topics: Spiritual Identity Crises

Are You Rapture Ready? The King’s Invitation, Authority And Greatest Command - Matthew 22 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 4, 2025

Are you Rapture Ready? The King invites us into His kingdom, calls us to live under His authority, and commands us to love Him with all our heart. The King is calling. How will you respond? Are you Rapture Ready? Better be Ready...HE's Coming Soon!

2025.09.07. Sermon Notes. ARE YOU RAPTURE READY? The King’s Invitation, Authority, and Command _ Matthew 22:1–46 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Are you Rapture Ready? The King invites us into His kingdom, calls us to live under His authority, and commands us to love Him with all our heart. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-46, Isaiah 55:1, Revelation 19:9, John 1:11-12, Hebrews 2:3, Romans 10:13, Luke 14:23, Isaiah 61:10, Isaiah 64:6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 7:21, John 6:37, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 9:6, Philippians 3:20, Acts 5:29, John 11:25, Deuteronomy 6:5, Leviticus 19:18, Romans 13:10, Psalm 110:1, Revelation 19:16, John 20:28, Philippians 2:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational