Sermons on Surrendered Will:

Faith Is A Journey Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

Our Heavenly Father has provided the lamb just as He provided a ram for Abraham instead of sacrificing Isaac. We are to give over our children spiritually to God as a gift of faith.

Faith is a Journey of Sacrifice Psalm 118:6-7 Psalm 23 To be a person of faith is to be a person familiar with sacrifice. At this time of Lent we see that truth magnified in the life of our Savior. Jesus the Son of God came to save sinners and call them to repentance and forgiveness. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:3-8, Hebrews 11:17-19, Psalm 118:6-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Baptism: A Mission Plan

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 5, 2021

The Baptism of the Lord

The Baptism: A Mission Plan Scripture: Mark 1:7-11, 1 John 5:1-9, Isaiah 55:1-11. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, We have a text from the Gospel of Mark (Mark 1:7-11) for our reflection today. “This is what John the Baptist proclaimed: “One mightier than I is coming after me. I am ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:7-11, 1 John 5:1-9, Isaiah 55:1-11

Denomination: Other

Back Stabbing

Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 9, 2020

It cuts really deep, when your own people stab your back! Just when you need lots of love and hugs, that’s when you get another blow to add to the pain and sorrow. Have you experienced that?

Take a risk and help 1 Samuel 29:1”Then they told David, saying, "Behold, the Philistines are fighting against Keilah and are plundering the threshing floors." It is imperative that I give the background of the above verse and this chapter very crisply before I delve into the subject ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ultimate Fighter Round #5

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 3, 2019

The Galatians have made a wrong turn and were on a road that leads back to an eternal life of hopelessness. Paul has used rhetoric, satire, allegory and even abusive language to get their attention.

Paul has used rhetoric, satire, allegory and even abusive language to get their attention. He now turns, feeling confident that the last four chapters were sufficient to prove his point, to encouragement of these lost Christians coupled with a warning not to repeat these mistakes again. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-22, Romans 8:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Obtaining Mercy For Divine Breakthrough

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 4, 2014

We are to come with boldness to the throne of grace, mercy and grace will be given to us to prosper in every area of our lives. Whaterver the case, we should come with a mind ready to do the will of God at all t

OBTAINING MERCY FOR DIVINE BREAKTHROUGH Study Text: Hebrews 4: 12 – 16 Introduction: - All Christians will continue to need two things throughout their lives: a. "mercy" I.e., forgiveness for our sins b. "grace to help in time of need" I.e., God's favor to help us in time of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Focusing On God And His Glory

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 20, 2014

Pray after this manner -

A. FASTING FOR GOD’S GLORY Pray after this manner: “Lord, when I pray, I’ll follow this pattern: My Father in heaven, may Your name be holy, in my life on earth as Your name is holy in heaven. May Your kingdom come in my life on earth as Your kingdom rules in heaven. May Your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Clean Abundant Living... Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 9, 2015

A short sermon addressing Jesus being 'The Living Water'.

This sermon starts with an excerpt from a World Vision devotional of Lenten reflections from 'Living Water' reflections for lent; I’d encourage you to have a look at the online site. http://www.worldvision.org/news-stories-videos/lent-devotional-living-water “JESUS TURNS WATER INTO ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Harmony Or Holiness: What Does It Mean To Live In Harmony?

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Jan 19, 2023

Harmony or Holiness: Which is it?

Let’s look at that verse 10 again: (read) I). I love the Bible! A). It is THE ultimate – THE perfection – THE book of God’s will for our lives. • Live in harmony with one another… • Let there be no divisions in the church… B). Be of one mind – united in thought and purpose! • Is Paul for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-11, 1 Peter 1:13-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Invitation

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 20, 2023

We are invited into a loving and intimate relationship with God as Father through His Son Jesus Christ. We must acknowledge this, repent of our sinfulness, and live for Him. However, the time to do this is now!

I BELIEVE IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT NOBODY WANTS TO BE LEFT OUT OR OVERLOOKED. WE PRAY THAT WE’RE NEVER PICKED LAST. WE ALL WANT TO FEEL INCLUDED AND ACCEPTED. WE HOPE TO BE THE ONE HIRED, ASKED, CHOSEN, AND OR INVITED. WELL, WE HAVE! EPHESIANS 1:4, “EVEN BEFORE HE MADE THE WORLD, GOD LOVED US AND ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17, Ephesians 1:4, Revelation 22:17, 2 Corinthians 6:2, 1 John 2:1-2, Luke 17:21, Galatians 3:27-29, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Chutes And Ladders Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 21, 2015

We want to be a disciplined people, and we want to be wary of the destructive evils that we find so easy to embrace. Discipline is like a ladder that slowly leads us upward; foolishness is a chute that can make us drop quickly.

Chutes and Ladders Proverbs 23:15-35 1.These are actual complaints received from dissatisfied customers by Thomas Cook Vacations (based on a Thomas Cook/ABTA survey): a. "It's lazy of the local shopkeepers in Puerto Vallarta to close in the afternoons. I often needed to buy things during 'siesta' ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:15-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Captain’s Captain

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

THE CAPTAIN’S CAPTAIN

Joshua 5:13-6:5 THE CAPTAIN’S CAPTAIN 1. The Place of Revelation. 13 And it came to pass, when Joshua was by Jericho, Practically :- The ancient city of Jericho was a very well-built, walled city. It was surrounded by 2 massive stone walls. The outer wall was 6 feet thick and 20 ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Signs Of The End Times

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 28, 2015

When we see natural disasters and conflicts, we can be sure that Christ’s return is near. We must be ready, because he could return at any time. The promise of his return offers us hope.

At first glance the reading we just heard from Luke 21:25-36 seems to be out of place during Advent. After all, most of us think of Advent as a time to prepare for Christmas. That is only partially true. Advent is also a time to remember and prepare for Christ’s Second Coming, and that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Anglican

Paul’s Parting Words

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 3, 2017

What advice would you give to someone if you knew that you were talking to them for the last time? That question was on the apostle Paul’s mind when he wrote his final letter to Timothy.

What advice would you give to someone if you knew that you were talking to them for the last time? That question was on the apostle Paul’s mind when he wrote his final letter to Timothy. The passage we heard from 2 Timothy is part of Paul’s last letter, and was written from his prison ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

A Chosen Vessel

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 11, 2022

YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT YOUR SIMPLE ACTS OF OBEDIENCE WILL ACCOMPLISH FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD.

Acts 9:10-18 A CHOSEN VESSEL June 12, 2022 Intro: A man named Saul was wreaking havoc in the church, Acts 8:3. He was traveling from place to place persecuting the early Christians. He was having them arrested and even participated in their deaths, Acts 7:58; 8:1. In the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Building For God's Glory. 1 Cronicles 28:1-21

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 16, 2024

A message about building our lives for God's glory. Living for a purpose in life.

"Building for God's Glory" 1 Chronicles 28:1-21 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational