Sermons on Statues:

The Next Level Of Faith (Grow Into A Matured Christian)*

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 15, 2019

Seek to develop yourself in the Christian faith so you can be full of the wisdom of God as a matured Christian and apply it

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE NEXT LEVEL OF FAITH (GROW INTO A MATURED CHRISTIAN)* 1 Corinthians 2:6-8 King James Version (KJV) 6 Howbeit we speak wisdom among them that are perfect: yet not the wisdom of this world, nor of the princes of this world, that come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-8

Denomination: Charismatic

The Answer Is No!

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 17, 2018

Jesus is too much a threat to Rome, to the Jewish religious authorities, and to the crowds. They all reject his words of life and his invitation to walk in God’s kingdom.

INTRODUCTION In the movie, “The Lion King” there is the classic plot of good versus evil. There is also a sub-plot of Simba learning what it is to be king. He has to answer the question, “Why will he be king?” Is it to have people do his will? Or, is being a king to serve people. A similar ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Make A Covenant With Your Eyes

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on Apr 6, 2020

The eye is the channel that communicate ideas ( either good or bad) to the rest of your body. The rest of your body or the remaining four senses takes action according to what your eye sees.

1 I made a covenant with my eyes not to look lustfully at a young woman. 2 For what is our lot from God above, our heritage from the Almighty on high? 3 Is it not ruin for the wicked, disaster for those who do wrong? 4 Does he not see my ways and count my every step? 5 “If I have ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sonship With Daddy God Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jun 19, 2020

When God becomes our Heavenly Father, we obtain sonship. Sons of God . . . now that’s quite an honor! To be a son of God is to become a child of God by being born again by the Spirit of God into the family of God. As a result, God becomes your Heavenly Father.

SONSHIP WITH DADDY GOD “But as many as received Him, to them gave He power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on His name.” John 1:12 WHEN GOD BECOMES OUR HEAVENLY FATHER- When God becomes our Heavenly Father, we obtain sonship. Sons of God . . . now that’s quite an honor! To ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Heart Vs. Hardness Of Heart And The Transformation Of The Heart

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 11, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on the transformation of the heart, examining the contrast between a spiritual heart and a hardened heart.

As believers, we are often reminded of the importance of guarding our hearts, for it is the wellspring of life (Proverbs 4:23). However, the Bible also teaches us that our hearts can become hardened, leading to spiritual blindness and separation from God. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:5-8, Exodus 4:21

The Warning Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 12, 2024

This is the 11th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#11] THE WARNING OF A NATION Amos 8:1-14 Introduction: God warns us over and over again about the consequences of sin; but do we listen and change? I can hear my mother saying to my brother and I, “I am sick and tired of your behavior”. What has to happen to us to get ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Upside Down--The Drama Of The Church Of God

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 2, 2024

The world turned upside down. Over and over again did this drama repeat.

Friday of the First Week of Advent 2024 G. K. Chesterton was fond of writing how history seems to turn the plans of humans upside down and backwards. He tells the story of Constantine summoning the bishops to judge the teachings of Arius, in the year 325. The priest Arius taught that Jesus is Son ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-31, Isaiah 29:17-24, Revelation 21:23-24

Denomination: Catholic

Unveiling The Donkey Within Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 23, 2024

A Critical Reflection on Sacrificial Faith, Service and Humility

Unveiling the Donkey Within Introduction: A Critical Reflection on Sacrificial Faith, Service and Humility Scripture: Mark 11:1-10 Reflection As I reflect on the experience of being a donkey on Palm Sunday, I am struck by the profound spiritual lessons that emerged from this unique ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Other

When Churches Become Dens Of Thieves. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 3, 2024

Jesus' words still echo through the ages, "You have made it a den of thieves" (Matthew 21:13).

Jesus' words still echo through the ages, "You have made it a den of thieves" (Matthew 21:13). He spoke these words to the religious leaders of His time, rebuking them for profaning the temple with their selfish desires and materialistic pursuits. Today, we must ask ourselves that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:13, Psalm 24:3-4, Psalm 100:2

The Spirit Of The Lord Is On Me

Contributed by Ronald Moore on May 23, 2024

Are we proclaiming the good news to those around us, especially to those who are in need? Are we working to bring freedom and healing to those who are bound and broken? Are we advocating for the oppressed and striving for justice in our communities?

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, Today we gather to reflect upon a powerful and profound passage from the Gospel according to Luke, chapter 4, verse 18. This scripture marks the beginning of Jesus' public ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18

Denomination: Anglican

Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B-- Heal

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 14, 2024

The answer to the “tsunami of secularism” is nothing less than a tsunami of the Spirit.

In the film “Dead Man Walking,” there is a striking moment of contrasting pastoral styles. As the condemned prisoner, Matthew Poncelet, walks to his execution, the prison chaplain, Father Farley, suddenly appears to offer his blessing — a dispassionate ritual performed from a safe distance. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Catholic

Philippians 4:10-13

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024

Philippians 4:10-13

Philippians 4:10-13 Point | The greatest influence you have is how you view your relationship with Jesus. The last verse in our reading today is one of the most quoted verses from the Bible, but it’s often taken out of context from the verses that precede it. This verse is regularly spoken as ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rejoice Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God.

Romans 5:1-11 We rejoice Romans 5:1-2 We rejoice in Highest Hope We are justified through faith which brought peace with God. God hated the sinners and he had determined to punish them eternally. With the intervention and propitiation of Jesus Christ, we are redeemed and reconciled with God. So, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Shadrach, Meshach And Abed-Nego - No Compromise Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 6, 2022

We should be willing to die for our convictions about God and His Word.

No Compromise Part 2 Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego June 26, 2022 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We should be willing to die for our convictions about God and His Word. Focus Passage: Daniel 3:1-30 Introduction: David Hume, 18th century ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

"repent"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 3, 2025

This Second Sunday of Advent the gospel writer tells us that John the Baptist say repent the Lord id coming Get ready.

Matthew 3:1–12 REPENT 1. Repent so our life’s can preach the Gospel • John appears in the wilderness, dressed like Elijah, eating locusts and honey. His life itself is a sermon. • He fulfills Isaiah 40:3: “A voice cries: In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Methodist