Sermons on Surroundings:

Vessels Unto Honour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 3, 2025

God desires each of us to be vessels of honour, set apart for His glory and service. In His great house, He has called us to be instruments that reflect His character and purpose.

VESSELS UNTO HONOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:20-21 – "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some for honour and some for dishonour. Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Securing Divine Help Through Godly Counsel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2026

Divine help is activated in the life of believers who seek, listen to, and act upon godly counsel, positioning themselves for success, protection, and supernatural guidance.

SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH GODLY COUNSEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:14 Key Verse: "Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety." — Proverbs 11:14 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 15:22; Exodus 18:21-23; James 1:5; 2 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Separated To Possess The Promise

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Mar 9, 2026

God delivered Israel from Egypt before He demanded holiness. The book of Leviticus is often misunderstood. Many see it as a book of rules, but it is actually a book of

1. Exodus 19:4–6 2. Leviticus 20:22-24 3. Psalm 24 Leviticus 20:22-24(KJV) 22 Ye shall therefore keep all my statutes, and all my judgments, and do them: that the land, whither I bring you to dwell therein, spue you not out. 23 And ye shall not walk in the manners of the nation, which I cast out ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-6, Leviticus 20:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Flee To The Lord

Contributed by Jeff Smith on Sep 3, 2014

There are times in our lives when the only answer is to run to the Lord

David – Shepherd, Warrior, King A man with a great mind, common sense, good judgment But, he said there are times when I must flee to the Lord WHEN… 1. The enemy surrounds me (vs 3) 2. I’m overwhelmed (Vs 4,5) 3. My soul gets thirsty (Vs 6) 4. I need comfort (Vs ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 143:9

Denomination: *other

Against All Odds

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 9, 2008

Turning Steps of Risk Into a Walk of Faith. Whenever you’re up against all odds, life seems to take on a different meaning Just when you become comfortable in the even flow of things happening, God shows up and does something wonderful in your life to

------- OPTIONAL DVD STATS OPENER AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ------- DVD Intro “What Are The Odds…” Fade music out on black (this opener basically shows text fading in and out of odd statistics) ------- OPENING: Often times, life is a test for us. We strive at completing the test and coming through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:15-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"For They That Be With Us Are More Than They That Be With Them..." Series

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004

There are those times when well all have to rise above our circumstances. Our question for today is, Will I be able when that time comes? Yes. No matter our situation God is able and He has proven it time and time again. Let’s see an example together!

Introduction These are tough times. My grandmother used to say, "In times like these it’s always best to remember, there’s always been times like these!" But how do we rise above our circumstances? It has always been God’s plan we are victorious regardless of our adversaries. This message and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

"And There Were Also Two Other..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Mar 16, 2005

No one can become what they need to be by remaining the way they are. Those crucified with Jesus learned this valuable lesson. Let’s examinie it together!

Introduction Crucifixon was the Roman form of execution. It was meant to be a public spectacle, to serve as a deterrent to other lawbreakers. It was indeed a horrible way to die. Have you ever wondered why Jesus was crucified? My next question would be why with two others? I can think of several ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32

Denomination: Baptist

Faith By Example

Contributed by Daniel Haas on Aug 6, 2011

The history of God's relationship with his people is full of personalities that shaped the faith of their day and age. Through whom is God still speaking to you? A Christian is never alone: whether you know it or not, whether you like it or not, you do ha

Jesus alone - "Look to Jesus the pioneer and perfecter of our faith!" - solus Christus - Problem: Me, my savior and I - incurvatus in me ipsum - incurved in myself Cloud of witnesses - "We are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses!" - a Christian is never alone - we are not the first ones - ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Jacob's Surrender - Wrestling For The Blessing. Genesis 32

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 26, 2024

Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name.

2024.08.25.Sermon Notes. Genesis 32. Jacob’s Surrender. Wrestling for the Blessing. William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Jacob’s Surrender. A strong man’s journey of deceit and lies, that must be wrestled and broken to receive the promised blessing complete with a new name. Scriptures: Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-32, Genesis 21:3, Hebrews 13:2, 2 Kings 2:1-3, 2 Kings 6:16-17, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 103:12, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 4:16, James 4:10, 2 Chronicles 7:14-15, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 6:13, Revelation 2:16-17, Revelation 3:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Not Your Battle

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 27, 2025

God fights the battles we cannot win, turning fear into faith, valleys into blessing, and surrender into miraculous victory through His power.

INTRODUCTION — WHEN LIFE SURROUNDS YOU There comes a moment in every believer’s life when the pressure is so great, the crisis so overwhelming, that even the strongest, most seasoned saint whispers under their breath, “Lord… I can’t do this.” We might not admit it in public, but we’ve all felt it. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15, Exodus 14:13, Psalm 46:1, Romans 8:31, Isaiah 41:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

How To Use 10 Weapons To Disarm The Devil In Your Life (Part 3 Of 4)

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 20, 2003

We must faithfully stand on the gospel if we are going to successfully engage in spiritual warfare.

How To Use 10 Weapons That Can Disarm The Devil In Your Life "It’s the clothes that make the man" 3 of 4 Ephesians 6:15-16 * October 19, 2003 Chester’s First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: The time: December 1944. Allied forces, after ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Palestinian Problem, Pt. 1

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Aug 10, 2005

I want to try to my best ability to set the record straight about the issue at hand between the Jews and Arabs in the land named “Palestine” and the problem with the so-called “Palestinian refugees”.

“The Palestinian Problem” Pt. 1 Jeremiah 4:19 Today I want to try to my best ability to set the record straight about the issue at hand between the Jews and Arabs in the land named “Palestine” and the problem with the so-called “Palestinian refugees”. There are many myths to this problem and as ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Song Of Mary Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Dec 4, 2005

The song of Mary can become our song too as we allow the Holy Spirit to form Christ in us.

THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS: The Song of Mary Luke 1: 46-56 1. If we were to compile a list of as many songs of Christmas that we know or have heard, I imagine we would be able to come up with quite an extensive list. • I did a search on Yahoo under the keywords songs of Christmas and it pulled up 55 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Requires A Detailed Plan Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 21, 2002

Sermon 2 of three. Buildings don’t just happen and neither do churches Buildings are complicated places. They take a lot of thinking and planning. It’s easy to miss something very important. A Master Planner is required – An Architect who develops

Building A Great Church Requires a Detailed Plan Last week – firm foundation Today – the detailed plan Next Sunday – gathering the resources Oct 27th – the passion A plan – Guided by Purpose Illustration: Solomon’s Temple 1 Kings 6:7 1Ki 6:7 CEV Solomon did not want the noise of hammers and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:20-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Where There's Smoke..."

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 10, 2004

Baptism of the Lord Sunday; a sermon on remembering your baptism.

Luke 3:15-17, 21-22 “Where There’s Smoke…” by: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org. Do you remember your baptism? If you were baptized as a baby, you probably don’t. But I bet that if you were baptized as a baby you have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: United Methodist