Sermons on The Advocate:

Less Than Perfect

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Apr 18, 2013

God has a perfect plan for each of us. He never applies it all at once, rather little by little, He wants us to Walk by Faith not sight. Moses was a murderer, Rahab was a harlot... And yet these are among the Bible's greats; Clearly indicating that God us

Quotes: “The maxim ‘Nothing but perfection’ may be spelled ‘Paralysis’.” - Winston Churchill “Do not wait until the conditions are perfect to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.” - Alan Cohen “God has a perfect plan for each of our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Alternate Theory Of Creation No. 4 -Progressive Creationism

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 25, 2023

This is the last of four messages on the alternatives of creation often presented to skeptics and the scientific community apart from what is described in Genesis 1. This final message deals with "progressive creationism", another example of the futility of man's "wisdom".

We have looked at four alternative theories that some Christians use to either defend or explain to a skeptical world how everything came into being instead of what is clearly presented in Genesis 1. The world system took advantage of our withdrawal from the scientific community soon after the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:8-11, Job 26:7, Psalm 33:6, Isaiah 40:28, Isaiah 48:13, Acts 4:24, Acts 17:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

For God So Loved Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 7, 2024

God's wonderful gift of Salvation, made possible by His Son Jesus, comes with two options: believe or perish.

THE APOSTLE JOHN WROTE TO THE CHRISTIANS IN EPHESUS THIS STATEMENT IN 1 JOHN 2:1-2, “MY DEAR CHILDREN, I AM WRITING THIS TO YOU SO THAT YOU WILL NOT SIN. BUT IF ANYONE DOES SIN, WE HAVE AN ADVOCATE WHO PLEADS OUR CASE BEFORE THE FATHER. HE IS JESUS CHRIST, THE ONE WHO IS TRULY RIGHTEOUS. HE HIMSELF ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21, 1 John 2:1-2, 2 Peter 3:9, 1 John 4:16, Ephesians 1:4-5, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Empowered For Mission Acts 1:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 2, 2024

Acts 1:8 is not just a historical account; it is a living mandate for us as followers of Jesus today.

Transformed by Truth: Empowered for Mission Acts 1:8 Text: Acts 1:8 (NLT): “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, John 14:16-17, Romans 8:11, Ephesians 1:13-14, Matthew 28:19-20, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Greatest Miracle: A Transformed Life

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 5, 2024

This sermon discusses at one miracle that stands above the grand, supernatural events. This miracle is the transformation of life through faith in Jesus Christ.

Good morning, beloved. Today, we gather to celebrate the wonders and miracles of our Lord. We often think of miracles as grand, supernatural events, but there is one miracle that stands above all others—the transformation of a life through faith in Jesus Christ. This miracle is not only the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

God’s Judgment On Deceptive Owners, Agents, And Builders. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 7, 2024

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate.

Today, we address a critical issue is deception in real estate. Evil owners, agents, and builders who hide secrets and mislead buyers or tenants will face God's judgment. God Abhors Deception "The Lord detests dishonest scales, but accurate weights find favor with him." (Proverbs ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Leviticus 19:11, Psalm 101:7

Gender: Creation Over Confusion

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Aug 24, 2025

Gender appears to be complicated, but really it is pretty simple. Jesus and God’s word affirm there are two genders: Male and Female. There are, however, males or females who do have physical anomalies. In certain, very rare instances, it can make it difficult to know which is which.

Gender: Creation over Chaos Genesis 1:27 In California, pronoun preference discrimination is illegal. The Armstrong Law Firm advocates for employees' rights against such workplace Neither state law nor federal law require a coworker to use the preferred pronouns and name of a fellow ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Bible Church

The Cost And Reward Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 21, 2024

When Jesus called people to follow Him, He was upfront about the cost. He never promised discipleship would be easy, He promised it would be worth it.

The cost of being a disciple of Jesus is profound. It’s a journey marked by surrender, sacrifice, and a willingness to lay down everything for the sake of following Christ. When Jesus called people to follow Him, He was upfront about the cost. He never promised that discipleship would be easy, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, Luke 14:26-27, Matthew 16:25, Luke 18:22, John 15:20, Matthew 5:10-12, Hebrews 12:1-2, Mark 10:29-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Modern Feminism Vs Biblical Womanhood Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025

This message aims to bring clarity, wisdom, and scriptural understanding so that women can walk confidently in God’s calling, not in the confusion of worldly ideologies.

MODERN FEMINISM VS BIBLICAL WOMANHOOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 31:10-30, Titus 2:3-5 Supporting Texts: Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:18-24, 1 Peter 3:1-6, Ephesians 5:22-25, Galatians 3:28 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world, the rise of modern feminism has stirred passionate debates ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-30, Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Justice Of A Nation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 27, 2024

This is the 7th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Amos, "Social Justice".

Series: Social Justice [#7] THE JUSTICE OF A NATION Amos 5:1-17 Introduction: I want to remind each of you about the 1st week of this study, because the focus has not changed. The topics from the Book of Amos are not popular. Amos is a very relevant and practical Book of the Bible. Amos wrote ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Trinity! Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 14, 2024

Understanding three ways and reasons for us to keep reverent praise to God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

WE HAVE THE POWERFUL MESSAGE OF JOHN 3:16 AND THE COMFORTING WORDS OF 23RD PSALM, BUT THERE ARE ALSO THE WORDS OF PAUL IN HIS SECOND LETTER TO THE CORINTHIANS WITH SOME OF THE MOST QUOATED WORDS IN ALL OF SCRIPTURE. THESE BELOVED WORDS ARE WHERE GOD THE FATHER, SON AND HOLY SPIRIT ARE CLEARLY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14, Psalm 96:4-5, 2 Corinthians 5:19, John 14:2-3, Psalm 8:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Unveiling The Mystery: Who Are The Sons Of God In Genesis 6? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 7, 2025

Genesis 6:1-4 introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the birth of the Nephilim.

Unveiling the Mystery: Who Are the Sons of God in Genesis 6? Introduction Today, we delve into one of the most intriguing passages in the Bible: Genesis 6:1-4. This scripture introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-4, Job 1:6, Jude 1:6, Genesis 4:26, Judges 21:25, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In Step With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Feb 13, 2025

This sermon is about recognizing and aligning our steps with the Holy Spirit and overcoming the obstacles and distractions that come our way

Good morning, church! Ya’ll ever watched a marching band in action? The way they move in precision can be mesmerizing. Every step is calculated, every movement is synchronized. But what if just one person decided to go their own way—it would throw everything off. Walking in step requires focus, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:25, John 14:16-17, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hour Has Come PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon explores sacrificial submission and selfless surrender, encouraging believers to release their lives into Christ's hands for spiritual growth and eternal life.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space of reflection and revelation, where we gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to dig into the fertile soil of His word. We come together, not as strangers passing in the night, but as a family, bound by the love of Christ and the shared pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Topics: Dying To Self

First John Chapter Two Part 1

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Dec 21, 2000

Bible Study

THE FIRST EPISTLE OF JOHN -CHAPTER 2 I JOHN 2:1 - A FRIEND OF THE ACCUSED "My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous" John uses the family term "my little children" to warn us that the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist