Sermons on Taken Advantage:

First Appearance Before Pilate Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 12, 2020

Jesus has been taken to Pilate’s palace by the religious leaders. They need Pilate to give Jesus the death sentence, since the Jews no longer have that authority. Pilate interviews Christ and announces that he is innocent.

HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS (31) First Appearance Before Pilate Scripture: Matthew 27:2,11-14; Mark 15:1-5; Luke 23:1-7; John 18:28-38 (focal passage) Tom Lowe 2/13/2008 Time: Friday of Jesus’ Final Week Place: Jerusalem Jesus has been taken to Pilate’s palace by the religious leaders. They ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Baptist

Revival: Stronger Than Ever Increasing God’s Power In Your Life Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2021

Sermon 3 in the revival series detailing the life of King Asa and how he leads his country into a revival (This sermon and the series was taken from Sermon Central and heavily edited for use at our church)

Revival: Stronger Than Ever Increasing God’s Power in Your Life 2 Chronicles 14-16 INTRO – One of the questions church leaders should be asking right now What kind of encouragement does a the church or the nation need when it in or coming out of a national crisis? That’s the question Ezra is ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thy Light And Thy Truth

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jan 30, 2021

People today are telling lies and blocking truth in such a way that it has spun our world into a whirlwind of confusion (Note: Taken from the "Day's of Praise" devotion and expanded into a sermon"

Psalms 43:3 (KJV) O send out thy light and thy truth: let them lead me; let them bring me unto thy holy hill, and to thy tabernacles. People today are telling lies and blocking truth in such a way that it has spun our world into a whirlwind of confusion, And it’s getting to the Point that the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 43:3, John 18:37-38, 2 Timothy 3:1, 2 Timothy 3:7, Psalm 119:105, Proverbs 6:23, John 14:6, John 17:17, 2 Corinthians 4:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Do What You Say. Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Aug 16, 2017

In Psalm 119, David explains that before he took the wrong way and it left him broken. But now, he’s listening to God. Do you have a similar story? Ever taken the wrong way?

**Well… welcome to Embrace… at all of our campuses… and wherever you’re joining us from… we’re so excited that you’re here. My name is Adam… I’m one of the pastors here… and as always…we are truly thrilled… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1

Getting It All Together – As A Father.

Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Jun 19, 2022

Today has been declared Fathers’ Day to honour the fathers in our life. Father are precious and are worthy of our honour. They have taken lots of risks in order to make sure the family survive first and then thrive.

Father’s Day Message June 19, 2022 Getting it all together – as a Father. Texts: Proverbs 20:7 - The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. 3 John 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. Introduction: Today has been declared Fathers’ ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7, Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:4, Proverbs 1:8, 1 Timothy 5:8, Matthew 20:26, Proverbs 24:10, Proverbs 11:14, Proverbs 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Loved Them To The End Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 3, 2021

The night before Jesus was taken to be crucified, he showed his disciples love, and humility byt sharing a meal with them, and washing their feet. This message looks at those events as Jesus set the example for his disciples.

“HE LOVED THEM TO THE END” JOHN 13:1-38 GREENMOUNT AND O’LEARY CHURCHES OF CHRIST September 12, 2021 Maplewood Manor Sept. 16, 2021 Video Link: https://youtu.be/qT5i9c2GW-s INTRODUCTION: 1) We have been looking for several months at the Gospel of John. A) Last week we finished the twelfth ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38, Matthew 26:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mighty Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021

The name of Jesus is a powerful weapon in spiritual warfare; however, His name must not be taken lightly or used inappropriately. Also, Jesus promised to be present in power among His followers whenever they acted in His name.

When we speak the precious and powerful name of Jesus, it’s not a magic word. We must be wholly submitted to Jesus to use it. - Dean Sherman(1) The name of Jesus is the most powerful weapon in spiritual warfare. Jesus is the Word (Jn 1:1, 14), and by the Word and through His holy name “the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Turn The World Upside-Down

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Dec 22, 2022

We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in technology, travel, and exploration. But with great advancement comes great tragedy. In order to succeed in these areas, there are going to be failures.

WELCOME & GREETINGS - Getting to know new brothers and sisters in Christ in our fellowship. - My prayer this morning is that I can encourage and lift up this congregation with this message. INTRODUCTION We exist in a time where great things have happened. We’ve taken extraordinary leaps in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Consequences Of Backsliding Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

The consequences of backsliding are severe and should never be taken lightly. It leads to a loss of fellowship with God, vulnerability to the enemy, a hardened heart, disqualification from divine purpose, and, ultimately, the risk of eternal separation from God.

THE CONSEQUENCES OF BACKSLIDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 9:62 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 10:38, Proverbs 14:14, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Jeremiah 3:22, Revelation 2:4-5 INTRODUCTION Backsliding is a serious spiritual condition that occurs when a believer gradually drifts away from their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Hebrews 10:38, Proverbs 14:14, 2 Peter 2:20-22, Jeremiah 3:22, Revelation 2:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Mystery Of The Holy Communion

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

The Holy Communion is not a religious ritual to be taken lightly. It is a divine mystery with deep spiritual meaning, power, and blessing. When we partake of it with faith, reverence, and understanding, we receive life, healing, restoration, and intimacy with the Lord.

THE MYSTERY OF THE HOLY COMMUNION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30 Supporting Texts: Matthew 26:26-29, John 6:53-56, Luke 24:30-31, Exodus 12:1-14 INTRODUCTION: The Holy Communion, also known as the Lord’s Supper, is a divine mystery instituted by Jesus Christ Himself. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guided By God Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Nov 13, 2024

Are you committed to letting God guide you, are you taking hold of His Word and letting Him speak to you? What steps have you taken after hearing His call on your life?

We are in Genesis 24 in our Dust to Life series. Sarah had died and Abraham knew that it was time to prepare Isaac to carry on the blessing that God had promised him. He had learned through the school of hard knocks to trust God and be guided by Him throughout his journey. And now in his old age he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Lift My Eyes Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 13, 2023

This Psalm reveals God, creator of the universe watches over the individual. Here is a Psalm that if taken to heart will strengthen our prayer life, our faith and bring a sense of peace. The key is knowing that we need God.

Do you have any memories of feeling secure? For me it was coming home from Grandma’s house late and tired. I was laying down in the back seat of the car knowing that with my dad at the wheel and my mom beside him I would wake up at home. Then there would be the transition from the backseat of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 121:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Desert Happenings And Other News Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 19, 2025

Transitioning to chapter 20, it would seem that nearly the entire 40 years of wandering have passed without comment. Most of the old generation had died off and a new generation had taken its place.

June 21, 2025 Last week was not a good week. There was lots of whining and complaining and rebellion. What we learned is that even though Yahweh judged the people, his judgments did not curb their rebellion. No matter what he did, for their benefit or in discipline, complaining and rebellion ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:13-14, Psalm 106:32-33, John 3:14-16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Parables Of The Kingdom – The Second – The Wheat And The Tares – Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 3, 2025

The tares are still alive today with growing false doctrine and practices. At the end of the age they are taken away to leave the righteous for the Kingdom on earth. There is a lot of application to Israel here in the Tribulation and after. The church at Smyrna is also considered.

PARABLES OF THE KINGDOM – THE SECOND – THE WHEAT AND THE TARES – Part 2 of 2 In this Part 2 of the Parable of the Wheat and the Tares, we will concentrate on the prophetic side of the Parable and take a look at the church at Smyrna. Let us revise the scripture again – FROM MATTHEW – {{Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:29-30, Matthew 13:36, Matthew 13:37-39, Matthew 13:40-42, Revelation 20:14, Matthew 13:43, Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:14, Revelation 21:1, Matthew 12:39, Matthew 24:37-42, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41, Matthew 25:35-40, Isaiah 11:9, Revelation 2:8-9, Revelation 2:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In The Midst Of Trouble

Contributed by Rodney Rapp on Sep 21, 2025

Often times in life we find ourselves in a position of begging or perhaps another position “Lets make a Deal” But in this Psalm somethiing has taken place, as we take a peek into this Psalm let us examine!

Title: walking in the Midst of Trouble One of the Last messages we shared was on Psalm 85:6 New American Standard Bible Will You not revive us again, So that Your people may rejoice in You? We had shared that this was a Psalm of Prayer and that we need to make this our prayer It is a prayer of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:7-8

Denomination: Other