Sermons on Stay In The Word:

Becoming An Open Vessel. -That’s God!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 8, 2024

Peter Marshall, in a sermon entitled, "Disciples in Clay," pictured the apostles before an examining board which was appointed to choose Jesus' close associates. Peter stood there smelling of fish -- unrefined, uncultured, impulsive, and passionate....

Becoming An Open Vessel. -That’s God! -2 Corinthians 4:7 Illustration. Hold a clay jar. Can that which is little contain that which is big? Can that which is finite encompass that which is infinite? Yes. How? Left the jar and remove the cap from its top.) It can. -It can, if it’s an open ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7, Isaiah 55:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Secure In His Hands: The Assurance Of Eternal Life John 10:28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2024

There is profound assurance in knowing we are held securely in the hands of Jesus. Consider some of the most profound and reassuring passages in Scripture, which highlight the depth of God's love, the gift of salvation, and the assurance of His everlasting care and commitment to us.

Secure in His Hands: The Assurance of Eternal Life John 10:28 Introduction: Today, we will explore the profound assurance that comes from knowing we are held securely in the hands of Jesus. We will delve into some of the most profound and reassuring passages in Scripture, which highlight the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28, John 3:16, Romans 6:23, Romans 8:38-39, Jude 1:24, Philippians 1:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Eden's Fall To The Wilderness Of Grace (Trusting God's Plan)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on May 25, 2024

Today, we'll explore how sin disrupts our relationship with God, His unwavering provision in our wilderness journeys, and the promise of restoration and grace through Christ, guiding us from Eden's fall to divine redemption.

From Eden's Fall to the Wilderness of Grace (Trusting God's Plan) Introduction: Deuteronomy 8:15-18; Genesis 3:9-10 Dear brothers and sisters, today we will make a long journey through the Scriptures to perceive our relationship with God, the effect of sin, and how transforming His grace ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9-10, Isaiah 59:2, Romans 3:23, Psalm 51:11, Deuteronomy 8:15-18, Exodus 16:14-15, Exodus 17:6, Matthew 6:31-33, Genesis 3:15, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Revelation 21:4, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hosea 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Top Five Answers On The Board

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Our ministry of reconciliation and sharing our faith has barriers. Going to deal with the most common.

Background to passage: after the idea of immense suffering in our lives, Paul talks about heaven. Please make sure you define heaven in biblical ways. Same with Jesus. Since he was talking about heaven, he noted that we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, therefore we persuade ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

New Year's Weight Loss

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 6, 2024

Sermon about the results of our fasting and prayer month, gazing into the face of Christ

Background to passage: Paul in his third letter to this troubled, but eventually triumphant church, has spent the better part of the first two chapters giving some information about his travel plans and the changes that had come unexpectedly. He notes how God has used these frustrations to open ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Father's Love

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Jan 6, 2023

Jesus loves to use comparisons to illustrate a point. In this story he does just that and he does it brilliantly

Every parent wants the best for their children. They have dreams and expectations that they hope their child would grow and fulfil. They envisaged their child growing up to be someone who would make a difference in this world, in a positive way. Their love for the child is not based on what the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:10, Luke 15:11-12, Luke 15:13-14, Isaiah 5:11-12, Luke 8:14, Luke 15:15-19, Philippians 4:6-7, Luke 12:27-28, Luke 15:20-24, Romans 8:38-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Adventist

God Needs Intercessors

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 7, 2023

Here are examples of prayers that God answered and saved people from wrecks, overturned war battles, and stopped missionaries from being executed! Intercessory prayer works and God needs more intercessors so His will can be accomplished!

GOD NEEDS INTERCESSORS Ezekiel 22:30-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Country Church Stewardship 1. The pastor of a tiny country church was struggling with a shortage of tithes and offerings. One Sunday he announced, “Now, before we receive the offering, I would like to request that the person who ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Shepherds Message Of Joy And Hope

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 24, 2023

Looking into the Shepherds proclaiming the message of joy and hope

The Shepherd’s message of Joy and Hope Luke chapter 2:8-20 Introduction- Good Morning to you this morning, we are glad that you are here. Pray that as we move into the second week of Advent that you are preparing your heart for His arrival. That you would have a tender heart for the things of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Rehoboam And Jeroboam Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 27, 2023

As the leader goes, so goes the nation...............

January 28, 2023 Solomon reigned over Israel for 40 years. He was successful in many areas of his life, but he also made choices that led to catastrophic failures and consequences that would lead to the division of the nation. Jeroboam worked for Solomon. A prophet of God told him that, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:20-21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Funeral (Celebration) For A Long-Time Member

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 30, 2023

This is a funeral for a woman who was a good and long-time member of our church who died rather suddenly.

One of the ways in which the Apostle Paul supported his ministry was through donations from the various churches, but his main income came from the work of his own two hands. Paul made and mended tents. It required a lot of time and patience, so Paul had a lot of time to think about things … ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12, Matthew 6:19-21, Philippians 2:5-8, 2 Corinthians 5:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Knowing Your Assignment.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 1, 2023

Un-forgiveness is like a Beaver Dam, it backs up the waste and debris of past events. Un-forgiveness stops the flow, nothing fresh can enter. Life in general becomes tainted.

Knowing Your Assignment. Matthew 28:18-20 Un-forgiveness is like a Beaver Dam, it backs up the waste and debris of past events. Un-forgiveness stops the flow, nothing fresh can enter. Life in general becomes tainted. On the other hand, Forgiveness is not a feeling, it’s a decision, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 17:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revelation Study Series 12 - God's Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 7) Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Feb 26, 2023

Jesus came! Jesus died! Jesus resurrected! Jesus is coming back!

Revelation Study Series 12 - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 7) 01.16.22 Message… Revelation 7 1 Then I saw four angels standing at the four corners of the earth, holding back the four winds so they did not blow on the earth or the sea, or even on any tree. 2 And I saw another angel ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unanswered Prayer (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Mar 1, 2023

God invites us to ask Him, and we will receive (Matthew 7:7). But why does He sometimes not answer our prayers? This sermon series explains several possibilities for why God does not grant our prayers.

Prayer is an essential part of the Christian life and an excellent means of communication with our Heavenly Father. We can express our deepest longings, fears, joys, and hopes through prayer, seek God's guidance and help and intercede for others. However, sometimes it seems God is not answering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 John 5:14, James 4:3, Psalm 66:18, Isaiah 59:1-2, 1 Peter 3:7, Jonah 3:5-10, Genesis 21:14-19, 1 Kings 21:17-29, Mark 7:24-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Control Of One's Anger Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 22, 2024

In difficult situations, instead of simmering in anger or resentment, we are invited to release our desire for control and trust in God’s sovereignty, allowing His peace and love to replace our anger.

Self-Talk and Anger Online Sermon: www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Have you ever felt so angry that you just wanted to scream out in fury? The Israelites, wandering in the wilderness, once again complained to Moses and Aaron about their lack of water, expressing their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13, Mark 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving God's Forgiveness

Contributed by James H Boyd on Sep 25, 2024

Friends, the great equalizer in all of our lives is our desperate need for God's grace, mercy and forgiveness.

Friends, the great equalizer in all of our lives is our desperate need for God's grace, mercy and forgiveness. If someone forgives you a $100 debt, that means they have to cover that debt with $100 of their own money. I want you to keep that in mind as we go along. We are going to look at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 23:39-43, Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Charismatic