Sermons on Temple Lucrative Business:

Jesus And Our Preacher! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Feb 23, 2021

God has something great to say about preaching and it begins with Jesus, the greatest preacher of all time! Listen!

A few years back, some of family and friends asked the question, "Why do you want to be a preacher? You could be a teacher, or an engineer, or a lawyer, or something else. Well, I would tell them about the farmer who had 3 sons, like me. He was proud of 2 of them, one who went to UofM and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sticks And Stones

Contributed by David Roth on May 2, 2020

Easter 5(A) In His death Christ opened an ocean of mercy for the whole world. We who have received that mercy, who live in His mercy, cannot help but to be merciful and forgiving towards others. Christ forgives so we forgive. He has forgiven us and removed our hearts of stone.

J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Sticks and Stones” The word of the risen Christ spread quickly. The disciples needed help in caring for the widows and orphans. They choose Stephen. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60, Ezekiel 36:25-36, Ephesians 5:25-27, Hebrews 10:22

Denomination: Lutheran

I Came From Heaven Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018

I am eternal, everlasting

Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. INTRODUCTION: I AM ETERNAL 1. I was existing when everything began. “I am God the Son, who is from the beginning” (John 1:1). “I created everything” (Heb. 1:2). 2. Eternity means ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

My Second Year Of Ministry Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023

Jesus' first year was emphasis on teaching, second year miracles, third year problems.

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. BEGINS AT PASSOVER, A.D. 28: JOHN 5 1. I kept the law. “I obeyed the Old Testament to attend the Festival of Passover at Jerusalem at the end of My first full year of ministry” (John ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

Tribulation Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

Tribulation - "A day of wrath, trouble, distress."

A. CHARACTER OF THE TRIBULATION 1. A day of wrath, trouble, distress, etc. Zeph. 1:15. 2. A day of judgment – Rev. 14:7, 15:4. 3. A day of darkness – Amos 5:18-20. 4. A day of unparalleled suffering – Rev. 6:15-17, Matt. 24:21-22. B. THE SEQUENCE OF THE TRIBULATION 1. Opening: a. Removal of ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:15, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, Matthew 24:30

Denomination: Baptist

What Now?

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Nov 15, 2023

Did you read something new? Familiar passage with new eyes? I hope you did?

On the Sunday following Resurrection Sunday, I expressed my concern of how we’ve had this climactic week, then we go back to “business as usual”. I didn’t realize until this week, that we see this very thing in Acts. Our key passage today will be in Acts 2:1-4, but I want us to begin in Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Foundational Issues

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 1, 2024

Church struggling to survive? Maybe you have cracks in the foundation or the wrong foundation.

1 Corinthians 3:11 For other foundation can no man lay than that is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Ephesians 2:20 And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone; If a church is built upon a man, it will not stand when the man is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Ephesians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Ways Of A Man

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 2, 2015

This message deals with the way the Lord works with the inner motives of a man and how that ultimately all have to stand the test of time.

THE WAYS OF A MAN TEXT: Proverbs 16:2 Proverbs 16:2 KJV All the ways of a man are clean in his own eyes; but the LORD weigheth the spirits. I. INTRODUCTION—THE DEATH OF OSAMA BIN LADEN -The pursuit of this terrorist. Came about because of a tip the CIA received from a prisoner in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Should We Participate In Fasting?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 28, 2022

In this passage of Scripture, God was asking the people why they had fasted. They were urged to be merciful and just people. Do our actions resemble the actions of the Jews from our reading?

In verses 1-7: For the past 70 years, individuals had been holding a fast in August to recollect the annihilation of Jerusalem. Since Jerusalem was being rebuilt, they went to the Temple to inquire as to whether they needed to proceed with this yearly fast. God did not address their inquiry ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Living Water

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Mar 22, 2022

There is a man that is bigger and better than the whole men. He does not disappoint and will not fail. He is Jesus Christ - the Living Water

THE LIVING WATER – JOHN 4:4"KJV:And he must needs go through Samaria". 13 – 14"Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this water shall thirst again: But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14, John 7:37-38, Isaiah 44:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Devoted To Fellowship Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 22, 2018

This is the 3rd sermon in the "Changing Your Spiritual Appetite" series.

Series: Changing Your Spiritual Appetite [#3] BE DEVOTED TO FELLOWSHIP 1 John 1:1-3 Introduction: This is the 3rd week of our series, “Changing Your Spiritual Appetite”. I pray that this series begins a transformation not just in Bel Aire; but more importantly in each of our individual lives. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Did Judas Do Any Good? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 5, 2023

Judas got nothing good–not pleasure or honor or power. He ended up being the only person in the Bible whom God judged as being better off never being born.

Wednesday of Holy Week 2023 It does not seem terribly fair what happened to poor Kerioth-born Judas, as Matthew records it. He sells out Jesus for what in today’s currency would be about $260. Then, seeing Jesus condemned to death, he changes his mind and attempts to return the money to the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Matthew 26:14-25

Denomination: Catholic

Look At Them Now: Acts 4:1-12

Contributed by Christopher Metze on Jun 11, 2025

A sermon on the Spirit's transforming power.

It’s twilight in Jerusalem. Peter and John are being held in custody by the Jewish officials. They’ve been detained ever since they were “caught” healing and teaching in the name of Jesus the previous evening in the Temple. Yet, Peter and John are not overwhelmed, upset, or worried—they are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

God Of Signs And Wonders Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025

The God we serve is not a God of emptiness or silence—He is the God of signs and wonders. From the beginning of Scripture to the end, we see that God consistently reveals Himself through supernatural acts that defy human explanation.

GOD OF SIGNS AND WONDERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 8:18 Supporting Texts: Mark 16:17-18, Acts 2:22, Exodus 7:3, John 4:48 INTRODUCTION: The God we serve is not a God of emptiness or silence—He is the God of signs and wonders. From the beginning of Scripture to the end, we see ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas - Joy Or Despair? Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Dec 10, 2025

Christmas brings out very different emotions in people. • For many, it’s a time of joy, lights, gifts, family gatherings, and warm memories. • But for others, Christmas can highlight pain—loneliness, loss, financial pressure, or broken relationships.

CHRISTMAS – JOY OR DESPAIR? Pastor Joel Bernardino – December 10, 2025 Christmas brings out very different emotions in people. • For many, it’s a time of joy, lights, gifts, family gatherings, and warm memories. • But for others, Christmas can highlight pain—loneliness, loss, financial pressure, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12