Sermons on Sweet Hour:

Growing In Godliness With Spiritual Disciplines

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

Rather, train yourself to be godly. - 1 Timothy 4:7 Life is full of times of training and discipline to our bodies. If we are studying for tests for school, we work hard and stay up late spending many hours exercising our mind to memorization. If we ha ..

Rather, train yourself to be godly. - 1 Timothy 4:7 Life is full of times of training and discipline to our bodies. If we are studying for tests for school, we work hard and stay up late spending many hours exercising our mind to memorization. If we have a certain task to finish at a job we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Urgent Preparation Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 7, 2008

In this passage, Jesus knows what is in store for Him. He knows that within just a few short hours, He would be beaten and bruised and hung on an old rugged cross. He knows the tremendous task that lies ahead. So He knows He must urgently prepare.

1. Urgently prepare in solitude 2. Urgently prepare in sorrow 3. Urgently prepare in submission 4. Don’t prepare by sleeping What would you do if you knew what was going to happen to you tomorrow? If, somehow, some way it was possible for you to look into the future—what would you do? Would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46, Matthew 26:1

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Cry?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Apr 14, 2017

Good Friday Sermon on the 4th Word of Christ while on the Cross. Matthew 27:46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Why The Cry? Matthew 27:46 (ASV) And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? The journey From Gethsemane to Golgotha is slightly less than 1 mile, took six hours to complete and is the key to over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Wrestling

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Apr 18, 2013

Wrestling is a challenging sport. It takes strength, endurance and real self-sacrifice. These guys train and work out hours each day to stay in shape. I’m sure they have a diet they stick too without compromise. It’s what they live and breathe

Christian wrestling Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Prepare His Coming Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Dec 1, 2018

Although we do not know the precise day and hour of Christ's coming, in "Preparing for Christ's' Coming" we must be: 1) Alert (Matthew 24:37–42) and be 2) Ready (Matthew 24:43–44).

Matthew 24:36-44. [36]"But concerning that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father only. [37]For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. [38] For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Other

The Cry That Saved The World

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 17, 2024

During the last hours Jesus spent nailed to the cross, He spoke seven times, and these memorable utterances from the Cross are known as "The seven Words". Through these seven brief utterances Jesus proclaimed the most profound sermon that has ever been preached.

During the last hours Jesus spent nailed to the cross, He spoke seven times, and these memorable utterances from the Cross are known as "The seven Words". They were His last words. These seven brief utterances Jesus proclaimed were the most profound sermon that has ever been preached. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-50, Mark 15:33-37, Luke 23:34-46, John 19:26-30, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 53:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Father Forgive Them For They Do Not Know What They Are Doing.” Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Mar 25, 2021

The last words that a man or woman pronounces before dying come directly from the heart. Jesus also, during the last six hours of his life, hanging between heaven and earth, enduring great suffering, pronounced seven statements revealing the richness of his inner being

Father forgive them for they do not know what they are doing.” Luke 23:34 The last words that a man or woman pronounces before dying come directly from the heart. Jesus also, during the last six hours of his life, hanging between heaven and earth, enduring great suffering, pronounced seven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When There Is No One To Stand In The Gap Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 18, 2024

God makes a stunning statement here: there is no one left to stand in the gap on behalf of Israel. What does this passage tell us about the specific shortcomings of the people of God and the prophets of God in that day? And can this text encourage us today to stand strong amid a dark hour?

OFF-TRACK: The American church is far from what we should be. - I think this is largely beyond dispute, so I won’t belabor the point. - Let me simply share one proof that I think is instructive. - When you look at the early chapters of Acts, there are many people who are coming to know Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph: From Pit To Palace

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 16, 2025

Every phase of Joseph’s life was divinely orchestrated. From the pit to slavery, from prison to the palace—none of it was wasted. What others meant for evil, God used for good. Joseph’s journey is proof that your darkest hour can be the gateway to your greatest testimony.

JOSEPH: FROM PIT TO PALACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 41:39-44 Supporting Texts: Genesis 37:23-28; Genesis 39:2-4; Genesis 40:23; Psalm 105:17-22; Romans 8:28 INTRODUCTION: The journey of Joseph is one of the most profound illustrations of divine orchestration in Scripture. From ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:39-44

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hinds Feet On My High Places

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Nov 8, 2012

Luther often said there is a great divinity in pronouns. There is a vast difference between the Lord is the shepherd, a shepherd, and the Lord is MY shepherd. In this message I will talk about spiritual mountain top experiences.

Hinds Feet on My High Places Hab 3:19 The LORD God [is] my strength, and he will make my feet like hinds’ [feet], and he will make me to walk upon mine high places. This text speaks to me of spiritual mountain top experiences. Though God may not want us to live on the mountain top (cf. Mk 9), for ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Revival Culture Part 2 - The Altar Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 15, 2020

What do we think of when we think of "The Altar?" For some it brings back sweet memories from our childhood. For others just confusion and misunderstandings. We cannot experience a move of God without The Altar! Today, let's take a quick look at the subject of "The Altar."

Isaiah 55:6-7 6 Seek ye the LORD while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near: 7 Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. Introduction: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-7, Genesis 12:7-8, Genesis 13:18, Genesis 22:9, Genesis 3:21, Genesis 26:25, Genesis 33:20, Genesis 35:1-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Flesh Vs Spirit

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Mar 3, 2005

Are you an individual that likes quick fixes and drive-thru Christianity? If so, you’re not alone in this dilemma. The church worldwide desires quick fixes. Most of us don’t like to wait on God, nor do we want to spend hours studying His word in a manner

By: Donna J. Kazenske Are you an individual that likes quick fixes and drive-thru Christianity? If so, you’re not alone in this dilemma. The church worldwide desires quick fixes. Most of us don’t like to wait on God, nor do we want to spend hours studying His word in a manner that would ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: *other

The 3 B's Of Commitment

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Aug 15, 2003

Thanks to Pastors Bo Dunford, Fred Elliott, for their outlines. God moved me with nuggets from your outlines. The need for Commitment in this hour. Ps.37:1-5, Pr.3:5-6,16:3, Rom.12:1-2,I Pet.4:19

WHAT ARE YOU COMMITTED TO? Ps 37: 5, Pr. 3:5-6, 16: 3, Rom.12: 1-2, I Pet. 4:19. There are close to 100 million Church members in America and yet, why are we not making more of a moral and spiritual impact? Why is it, that on Sunday morning, hundreds of churches have empty pews? Why are so many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-5, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

I Am No Longer There. Series

Contributed by Dr. Amen Howard on Aug 11, 2013

I am no longer there. Matt. 28: 1-6 04/3/2011 Dr. A. Howard God is going to speak to you! God will use somebody today. We are going to talk about the 11th hour resurrection. There are 3 types of resurrection recorded in the Bible.

One is called spiritual resurrection that is about regeneration of your spirit man. Bible says: for all have sinned and fall short.....when Adam sinned, he fell off from God and become spiritually dead. By being born again you experience what 1 call spiritual resurrection. The other kind of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6, Mark 16:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' High Priestly Prayer

Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 26, 2019

In Jesus' longest recorded prayer, offered to the Father just hours before his arrest and crucifixion, he asks for three critical things that we need, and for which God's power is both necessary and sufficient: (1) purity and protection, (2) unity, and (3) glory.

Chapter seventeen of John’s gospel consists of a prayer, offered by Jesus to the Father. It is a remarkable prayer. First of all, it’s the longest prayer of Jesus which is recorded in any of the gospels. Jesus was known to pray for long periods of time, but usually he went off by himself to do so. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist