Sermons on The Life Of The Believer:

A Song Book For The Soul's Dark Night

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 11, 2025

This sermon provides a biblical roadmap for the soul's dark night, charting a journey from the raw, painful cry of "How long?" to the defiant, faith-filled choice to declare, "I will sing".

A Songbook for the Soul's Dark Night Introduction: We are no strangers to the feeling of waiting. We know what it's like to be stuck in traffic, looking at the clock, inching forward, wondering, "How long is this going to take?" We know the sound of the city, the constant roar of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Who Exalts

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 9, 2025

When we have hearts like Moses, humility like Joshua and diligence like Joseph we can be assured that the Lord will elevate us so we can become useful vessels whom He can use for His glory.

Today’s meditation is taken from Joshua 3:7, “And the LORD said to Joshua, "Today, I will begin to magnify you in the sight of all Israel so that they may know that I will be with you, as I was with Moses.” (AFV) The Lord told Joshua that He would exalt him in the sight of all the Israelites. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7, Genesis 39:2-3, Proverbs 22:29, Genesis 39:21-22, Genesis 41:38, Numbers 14:12, Numbers 14:19, Numbers 12:10, Numbers 12:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

25. The Kingdom Parables – The Seventh - The Parable Of The Dragnet - Part 1 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 18, 2025

We start a very interesting Parable, that of the Dragnet that has great application to this time we live in. In the 6 or 7 parts we will examine the Parable itself; the Revelation church that matches the parable; and the relevant time in Church History. Now we look at the Dragnet gathering.

25. THE KINGDOM PARABLES – THE SEVENTH - THE PARABLE OF THE DRAGNET - PART 1 of 6 [1]. INTRODUCTION This is the last of the Kingdom Parables. Often called, The Parable of the Dragnet, it is about a large net that sweeps up everything and sends it to be sorted. It the final gathering and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-50, Matthew 24:3-4, Revelation 20:4, Revelation 20:1-8, Zechariah 14:9, Zechariah 14:16, Luke 5:2-7, Luke 5:10, Hebrews 9:27, Mark 9:43-44, Psalm 1:6, Revelation 19:16, Zechariah 14:4, Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:29-30, Matthew 24:31, Acts 1:6-7, Revelation 19:6-9, 1 Thessalonians 1:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:9, Revelation 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Testing Of Pure And False Religion

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 6, 2023

We need to make sure we test our religion to see if it has value or not. The heart of pure religion is not in the garb, the traditions, the rituals but is based in Love in action.

The Testing of Pure and False Religion By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Years ago I collected soda cans and turned them in for money at the recycling center. At the recycling center I would place all the cans I collect on a belt that went through the giant magnet and if the can was ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Apostolic

"Peter, Feed My Sheep” (5 Of 21)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022

Many times it is best to show the GOOD before we show the BAD. At other times, it is best to show the BAD before we show the GOOD.

Illus: This is exactly what a young lady in college did when she was having problems with her grades and finances. She dreaded having to inform her parents of her situation, so she composed this letter: “Dear Mom and Dad, I just thought I’d drop you a note to let you know of my plans. I've ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond These Walls (January 23, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 11, 2022

God organized ... the Body of Christ. In I Corinthians 12 Paul tells us a lot about the intended work that God had for the Body of Christ. .... to be in the world but not of the world to change the world.

BEYOND THESE WALLS Text: I Corinthians 12:12 -31 1 Corinthians 12:12-31  For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.  (13)  For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: United Methodist

A New Calling Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on May 12, 2024

God calls us to be holy as He is holy. Is this even possible? Consider these thoughts about how we are holy.

From the beginning of time, God has desired to have a relationship with people. We saw it as we looked at the new creation when God placed everything under mankind’s dominion. It was evident as we looked at the new life as we saw how God provided even after people messed things up by listening to ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brotherhood

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 8, 2023

The brother of the prodigal son, the good brother, is jealous.

“It’s not fair!” Avner kicked the kicked the fencepost where the calf now sizzling on the spit had been tethered not an hour before. “It’s just not fair. That brat has been spoiled rotten ever since he was born. I used to think some demon must have switched babies in the crib, how Abba and Eema ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redeeming Your Time - Let Your Yes Be Yes Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores how Jesus managed his time effectively by honoring his commitments and prioritizing solitude for reflection, serving as a model for us to follow.

Last week, we started a 5-week series called Redeeming Your Time. A quick recap: In Ephesians 5:15-17, God commands us to “redeem the time.” Why? So that we can do “the will of the Lord.” So, now that we know God does care about how we manage our time, how do we “redeem the time”? Where can we look ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 5:37

Topics: Time Management, Commitment, Reflection

Sermon Series: Redeeming Your Time

Ashes To Ashes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

Explores the profound significance of repentance, using King David's plea in Psalm 51 as a guide for our own spiritual transformation.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a blessing it is to gather together, bound by the love of our Savior, and united in our pursuit of understanding His word. As we come together today, let's take a moment to appreciate the beauty of this fellowship, this unity in diversity, all of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-4

Topics: Ash Wednesday

The Great Revival At Mizpeh

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 16, 2001

Revive us again - what will it take to revive God’s people today?

INTRODUCTION A. This is one of the greatest chapters in the Bible 1. God’s people needed a revival. 2. The Ark of the Covenant had returned to Israel, but Israel had not returned to God 3. It was time for Samuel to call then to repentance. 4. They were to put away ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:3-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Word Of Encouragement To God's Children

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

this sermon is to encourage beleivers who face discouragement through various trials and tribulations

A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN OUTLINE 1.DO NOT LOSE YOUR FAITH AND CONFIDENCE 2.DO NOT BE WEARY IN DOING GOOD 3.DO NOT BE HASTY IN DECIDING YOUR DESTINY 4.DO NOT FEEL FORSAKEN AND WEAKENED 5.DO NOT FORGET GOD’S TIMING THE MESSAGE A WORD OF ENCOURAGEMENT TO GOD’S CHILDREN 1.DO NOT ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Can't Unscramble Eggs

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jun 23, 2001

You can’t change your past. But you can take that past and go forward for Christ.

Title: “You can’t unscramble egg’s” Text: 1 Timothy 1:12-16 ETS: Despite his past, God saved and used Paul. ESS: Despite your past, God can save and He can use you. OSS: I want my people to be saved and used by God. Probing Question: Why doesn’t our past matter? U.W. Reasons Transitional ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Dwelling Place Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

GOD’S DWELLING PLACE IS THE FUNDAMENTAL PRIORITY OF THE KINGDOM OF DAVID

BIG IDEA: GOD’S DWELLING PLACE IS THE FUNDAMENTAL PRIORITY OF THE KINGDOM OF DAVID INTRODUCTION: Barnes: Arguing for Authorship by Solomon instead of David: “’The whole tenor of this psalm,’ says Jebb, ‘is an exact epitome of the dedication prayer of Solomon (2 Chr. vi). The topics are the same, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 132:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Judging The Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

It is good for Christians to judge--the right way. The modern understanding of "do not judge" is merely relativism. If there are no rights or wrongs, naturally one cannot judge. But there are rights and wrongs, and there is a right and wrong way to judg

Judging the Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling (Matt. 7:1-6) Note: If you are interested in more information about interpreting the Sermon on the Mount, please consider my book, "The Midrash Key" (by Ed Vasicek) available through Amazon.com Intro --Review Persons of Trinity, Golden Rule, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, John 7:24-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible