Sermons on Spiritual Authority:

Back In The Fold Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024

Christians can find themselves drifting farther from the Lord. Psalm 23 gives us a vivid image of this reality. But here’s the good news: no matter how far we stray, our Shepherd is always there to restore us.

Back In The Fold! Psalm 23:3a Introduction: Illust: Two students working for the summer got a job with the Public Works Department. They were given the job of painting the center lines of a rural road. The supervisor told them that they were on probation and that they must stay above the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:3

Denomination: Baptist

Sins Forgiven, Health Restored

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 16, 2024

This message looks at how Jesus healed a paralytic, and discusses the connection between sin and illness, and forgiveness and healing. God desires for your whole spirit, soul, and body to be healed (1 Thessalonians 5:23).

I would like to begin our message this morning with a true story about a woman’s healing. A pastor named John Wimber says, “A woman in her late forties asked me to pray for her healing. She suffered from chronic stomach disorders and arthritis . . . I asked her if she was feeling hostility, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Pebble In The Shoe

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Jan 15, 2024

Our kickoff of 2024 theme of "Spiritual Conversation." What the point is and how to have a Spiritual Conversation.

Pebble In Their Shoe (2 Tim. 4:1-5) Intro: A. I had a wonderful time with Gidel, the preacher from Hanover is past week. We met in my office to talk, have some coffee, pray and share. It was great. He taught me something about vision and prayer. He told me he wanted to get more chairs for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-21, John 6:60-71, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7-Day Prayer And Fasting Itinerary Focused On Breakthrough Prayers | Day 7 Series

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on May 27, 2024

True success is not measured by wealth, fame, or personal achievements alone; it lies in fulfilling God's will for our lives.

7-DAY PRAYER AND FASTING ITINERARY FOCUSED ON BREAKTHROUGH PRAYERS | DAY 7 Day 7: Prayer for Victory and Success Supplication Prayer: "I claim victory over my challenges, Father. Lead me to success in accordance with Your plan." - **Scripture**: 1 Corinthians 15:57 - "But thanks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:57, Psalm 37:4, Genesis 39:2-6

Denomination: Charismatic

The Spirit Of Leviathan. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024

The Leviathan Spirit, mentioned in Psalm 104:25-26 and Isaiah 27:1, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others.

The Leviathan Spirit, mentioned in Psalm 104:25-26 and Isaiah 27:1, is a malevolent entity that seeks to destroy our lives and our relationships with God and others. It is a manifestation of Satan's power and is characterized by its ability to twist and pervert God's truth. In this, we will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:1, Genesis 2:17

Voice Recognition

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 8, 2024

Learning to hear the voice of the Lord is paramount to being led by the Spirit of God. God promises to lead us by His Spirit, speaking spiritual truths, Spirit to spirit. May we be sensitive to His leading as we recognize His voice and follow Him without hesitation and in full obedience.

In John 10, Jesus describes Himself as the Good Shepherd. As a believer, we become part of his flock. That makes us sheep in His Kingdom. Ps. 23 speaks eloquently of how the Good Shepherd cares for His sheep. There is not a question of what the Good Shepherd will do. The question isn’t the intent ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-6, Romans 8:16, 1 Corinthians 2:9, 1 Corinthians 2:14, 1 Corinthians 2:15, Acts 17:1-2, Hebrews 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Repenting Of Idols (Genesis 35)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 16, 2024

What kind of idols do we need to repent of? Let's look at Genesis 35.

God is merciful. Families do not repent of past sins all at once. It often takes time. What sins of our families do we still need to grow past? Let’s look at an example in Genesis 35. Did God tell Jacob to leave the area? Did the family finally repent of having idols? Were even their earrings ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Under Fire Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Oct 28, 2024

This sermon begins a short series of the main stories people know from the book of Daniel. This set up "young Daniel and his 3 friends." It teaches how Nebuchadnezzar changed the minds of children and how Daniel helps us to stand our spiritual ground instead of conform.

Faith Under Fire (Daniel 1:3-7) Intro: A. The northern Kingdom of Israel fell to the power of Assyria around 722 BC after almost 20 years of a slow demise. The kingdom fell because of sin and God allowed them to be taken into captivity. The southern Kingdom should have taken a great warning ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 25:1-9, Daniel 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fourth Man In The Fire Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Nov 6, 2024

Three went in and three came out, but there was a fourth man in the fire with them. Who is that fourth man? Whoever the fourth man is, God got the glory.

The Fourth Man In The Fire (Dan. 3:24-25) Intro: A. Quick show of hands. How many of you are familiar with the incident where Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego were cast into a fiery furnace? Anyone remember that in your Bible? I want to start by telling you that we are around 15-20 years into ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Was Not The Only One

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 31, 2025

“ He was not the only one..” were the words that screamed out of the Bible this morning while I was reading Joshua chapter 22

He was not the only one….. Joshua 22:20 When Achan son of Zerah was unfaithful in regard to the devoted things,[a] did not wrath come on the whole community of Israel? He was not the only one who died for his sin.’” I have split this sermon into the following sub headings so that you'll ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Having Life, The Message Of The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Dec 21, 2023

Having life, the message of the Lord's Supper is one of love, sacrifice, and redemption. It serves as a reminder of Jesus' ultimate act of selflessness in giving his body and blood for the forgiveness of sins.

HAVING LIFE, THE MESSAGE OF THE LORD'S SUPPER Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, December 21, 2023 John 6:53–55 (ESV) "53 So Jesus said to them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his blood, you have no life in you. 54 ...read more

Scripture: John 6:53-55

Denomination: Pentecostal

Holy Spirit Fall Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 6, 2023

Will you respond to the Holy Spirit? Will you seek this baptism of power? If I offered you a million dollars, you’d take it. So, why not take this promise of spiritual power?

HOLY SPIRIT FALL Text: Acts 10:44-48 Introduction 1. Illustration: Many of you have heard my testimony of how I came to Christ at a Christian concert. However, you may not have heard the rest of my testimony of how I was baptized in the Holy Spirit. It was about a year after my coming to Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Methodist

Fasting To Find His Presence Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

You don’t fast to get something, but to spend time with God.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. No one ever got closer to the presence of God than Moses. He spent 40 days at the top of Mount Sinai. It was there: ? God promised Moses, “I will personally go with you” (33:14). ? Moses responded, “Your presence among us sets Your people and me apart from all other people” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, Exodus 24:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Meaning Of Hungering, Fasting And Touching God Introduction? Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 19, 2023

Fasting is described as a hungering for God’s presence or intervention.

A. HUNGER TO KNOW GOD 1. Definition: The painful sensation, or state of weakness caused by need, or a craving appetite, or eager desire for food, or an empty physical feeling. Synonym: ravenous, famishing, starved. Slang: “hungry as a bear” or “starved to death.” 2. The process of fasting is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6, Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

New Year - New Word

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 16, 2023

We always want to know what God is up to. We need to learn to trust who He is!

New Year - New Word 2023 01.08.23 Message… My wife prays every year for God to give her a word. Some inspiring word or phrase, a thought for the year. I have been inspired by my wife for that. And a little jealous that I never thought to ask for that. I’ve asked for a verse in the past, but ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 108:1, Psalm 112:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational