Sermons on Stake Your Claim:

Transformed By Truth: Hope In The Resurrection 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 31, 2024

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 speaks to the glorious return of our Lord Jesus Christ and the resurrection of believers. As we delve into this scripture, we will uncover three transformative truths that anchor our faith and guide our lives.

Transformed by Truth: Hope in the Resurrection 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore the profound hope and assurance found in 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17. This passage speaks to the glorious return of our Lord Jesus Christ and the resurrection of believers. As we delve into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:30-31, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 1 Corinthians 15:52, John 14:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Was A Sacrificial Lamb Really Necessary For Humanity?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jun 9, 2024

If a sacrificial lamb was necessary for people during Biblical times, is one still necessary for people of today?

As the Hebrews arranged for their departure from subjugation in Egypt, they were told to make bread without yeast (“unleavened bread”) on the grounds that they lacked the necessary amount of time to sit and wait for it to rise. Yeast was likewise an image of wrongdoing, so they were directed to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Rebirth

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 21, 2023

One of the pertinent definitions of Rebirth is stated as a period of new life, growth, or activity. It can include a revival of one's inner self.

Eleanor Roosevelt, the former first lady of the United States once remarked: “Today is the oldest you've ever been, and the youngest you'll ever be again.” 2 Corinthians 5:17 reminds us: “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4, Titus 3:5, 2 Peter 1:21, Matthew 17:1-9

A Troublesome Verse And A Glorious Future

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 29, 2023

What did Paul mean when he wrote about a "baptism for the dead" in 1 Corinthians 15:29? How should it be interpreted? What does it mean in light of further teaching on the resurrection of Christ? Let Scripture speak concerning these and other matters of the faith.

1 Corinthians is a letter dealing with what could be referred to as a "schizophrenic" church. It had become a crazy quilt of pride, drunkenness, sexual deviancy, arrogance, abuse of spiritual gifts, and personal favoritism towards teachers who had been with them, such as Paul, Peter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:29, 1 Corinthians 15:35-49, Luke 9:24, John 12:24, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3:3-4, Revelation 1:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Fear

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Sep 9, 2021

Fear is a very real emotion that seems to be hitting us all around these days. People seem to be more prone to fear and anxiety with COVID and it's new Delta variant. We should not fear to freeze us in place, taking our focus off of God, but we should rely on Him to help us through our fear.

Fear is one of those words that we know what it is, but it would be hard to sit down and write a definition of it. Definition: An unpleasant, often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger; anxious concern; reason for alarm or danger. We have had a lot of fear in the last ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

The Marriage Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 12, 2021

Years ago Pastor Alan Carr preached “A Marriage made in Heaven” where he talked about the marriage of the Lord Jesus as the catalyst for Heaven’s anthems of praise. Those in Heaven lift their voices in four “Hallelujah’s” (4 Specific praises to God)!

We have arrived at an exciting portion of the Bible. After the dark, dreary chapters from 6 to 18 these verses gleam with the glory of Heaven. We are going to talk about the marriage super of the Lamb. You see, for the church, the end times shape up like this: In the Rapture, we will be Caught Up; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

What Is A Christian?

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 18, 2021

What is a Christian? I guarantee I get a number of different answers. What I find the bible says about being a Christian

Acts 11:26-And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch. 1 Peter 4:16-Yet if any man suffer as a Christian, let him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of Prayer: Doers Of The Word Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 2, 2021

We think prayer is something we know about. But do we? It is probably best to not enter into this worship time assuming everyone has a firm grasp on what prayer is and how to do it.

I’ve Been thinking of the Power of Prayer this week. Then on Thursday evening, we had more than a hundred and fifty persons gather in Lake City in the Dr. Ronald McNair Park to say goodbye to an officer killed in the line of duty. It gave me new perspectives on the Power and need of Prayer. We ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

Wisdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore Proverbs 9:10, emphasizing that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and understanding comes from knowing God.

Good morning, family! I hope this day finds you all in good spirits and ready to delve into the Word of God. Today, we're going to get deep into the wisdom of Proverbs 9:10, a special verse that talks about the source, the benefits, and the path to true wisdom. This verse reads, "The fear of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Topics: Wisdom

The Blessing Was Already Given PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the story of Jacob wrestling with God, emphasizing the relationship between obedience and blessing, and the promise that God's blessing is already bestowed upon us.

Good morning, family! In the spirit of warm fellowship, let's delve into the deep waters of God's Word today. We're going to wrestle with a familiar and powerful passage from Genesis 32:22-32, where our forefather Jacob, in the quiet of the night, wrestles with God Himself. This story is a vivid ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Topics: Wrestling, God

The Revelation Sent From The Throne Of God Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction emphasizes that the Book of Revelation is a message from God, entrusted to Jesus Christ, about imminent events and is fundamentally centered on Jesus Himself.

We are about to discover the greatest message this world has ever known. From the start of this final book of the Bible, John announces that the unfolding revelation of “what must soon take place” has been entrusted by God the Father to His Son. To this very day, it is Jesus Himself who speaks from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Topics: Revelation, Divine Message, Jesus Christ

Sermon Series: God Wins: Revelation Series

The Example Of Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of loving God and people, focusing on Jesus's teachings and examples of impartial and intentional love, as part of a 4-week series on "The Greatest Commandment".

Welcome back to our 4-week series Love God; Love People… Where, you guessed it, we’re talking all about loving God and loving people. Last week, we took a look at where this instruction comes from and why it’s called “The Greatest Commandment.” We also took a look at the specific verses where Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9, John 4:1-42

Topics: Impartial Love, Intentional Love, Christ's Example

Sermon Series: Love God Love People

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 23, 2025

The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a divine experience designed to empower believers for spiritual service and intimacy with God.

THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 19:1-6 Supporting Texts: Acts 1:4-5, Acts 2:1-4, Luke 11:13, Joel 2:28–29, John 7:37-39 INTRODUCTION: The baptism of the Holy Spirit is a divine experience designed to empower believers for spiritual service and intimacy with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Call To Stand: Voting For Righteousness And Defending Truth Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Mar 23, 2025

We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. We are not called to sit on the sidelines. We are called to stand in the gap, to be the salt and light in a dark world, and to fight for righteousness.

A Call to Stand: Voting for Righteousness and Defending Truth Key Texts: Proverbs 14:34, Isaiah 1:17, Psalm 82:3-4, Matthew 5:13-16 Introduction We are living in a time when truth is being distorted, morality is under attack, and the very foundations of righteousness are being challenged. But ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study Of Daniel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Daniel’s life stands as a powerful testimony of faithfulness, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to God. He thrived in a hostile environment without compromising his beliefs and was greatly used by God to reveal deep prophetic mysteries.

CHARACTER STUDY OF DANIEL – PROPHET IN BABYLON By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:8 "But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank..." Supporting Texts: Daniel 2:19-23, Daniel 3:16-18, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8, Daniel 2:19-23, Daniel 3:16-18, Daniel 6:10, Daniel 9:3-4, Daniel 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God