Sermons on The Past Present And Future:

Training The Next Generation For God’s Glory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

The next generation holds the future of the Church, the nation, and the advancement of God’s kingdom. If we fail to train them in the ways of the Lord, the light of truth will be lost, and darkness will rise in its place.

TRAINING THE NEXT GENERATION FOR GOD’S GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 6:6-9 Supporting Texts: Psalm 78:5-7, Proverbs 22:6, 2 Timothy 1:5, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Judges 2:10 INTRODUCTION: The next generation holds the future of the Church, the nation, and the advancement of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Eternity With Jesus – Part 2

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 3, 2026

Are we planning and preparing for the eternal future for the next 1000 years – like how are we spending time with Jesus? Are we prepared to live near the throne of God seeing Jesus on the throne?

As humans, we prepare for our future on Earth by saving money, building homes, and so on. Similarly, do we prepare for the eternal future in heaven, like how are we preparing to spend and live eternity with Jesus? Are we preparing to see Jesus’ face to face every second, like the living creatures ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:23

The Blessings Of Justification Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 15, 2002

Through justification we experience all the blessings of God’s love, not just the promise of eternal life but also in this present life! 1. We have Peace with God, 2. We Stand in Grace, 3. We Rejoice in Hope.

The Blessings of Justification Romans 5:1–11 INTRODUCTION Once a farmer was interviewing prospective workers. The farmer asked one young man “What makes you the best person for the job?” The young man answered, “I can sleep when the wind blows.” Now the farmer thought this to be a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Word Of Faith

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 6, 2021

The dying thief on the cross next to Jesus made one request to be remembered, and Jesus responded to that by promising him that he would be joining Jesus that very day in paradise. Look to Jesus and your future is always bright.

Not all heroes die a noble death. Jacques de Lalaing, the flower of knighthood, who was considered the pattern of chivalry for all of Europe, and who was called the last hero of romance, died an early death in 1453. It was not of a lover’s broken heart, or in a tournament with his flag flying. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-46

Three Simple Rules (Part Seven) Review And Conclusion Series

Contributed by Carl Greene on Aug 2, 2008

Based upon the book "Three Simple Rules" "A Wesley Way of Living" by Rueben P. Job. This is a review of what we’ve learned over the past six weeks of the series. It concludes with a though provoking, challenging question.

Three Simple Rules (Part Seven) Review & Conclusion For the past six weeks we’ve been exploring what it means to live by the “Three Simple Rules” as preached and practiced by John Wesley, as published in the United Methodist Book of Discipline, and explained and expanded in the book “Three Simple ...read more

Scripture: John 21:18-19

Denomination: Methodist

Peter Speaks - A First Person Narrative Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on May 2, 2017

Peter speaks about some of his experiences with Jesus over the past three years. He recounts the struggles and emotions of what happens during Holy Week. Where is Jesus? Is he really alive? What does the mean?

Peter Speaks Various accounts from the gospels about Holy Week EASTER – April 16, 2017 You are welcome to use this first person narrative. It was a joy to write and a joy to share. I was just finishing a series on Peter but it could be used anytime but especially around Good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-38, John 13:21-38, Matthew 27:11-66, Luke 23:1-55, Luke 24:1-12, Luke 5:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

An Empty Celebration - Easter

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 13, 2006

Jesus made 3 ’Empty Promises’ which give more ful’fill’ment than anything else to mankind today. Link included to Formatted Text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

An Empty Celebration Philippians 2:5-11 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/EmptyCelebration.html Opening ill.--Jeremy was not a normal child. He had a terminal illness which affected both his body and his mind. Still, his parents had tried to give him as normal a life as possible and had sent him to a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, Philippians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Married, But Not Best Friends, Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 20, 2006

Deals with conversation and communication. Biblical principles to help couples grow their friendship and relationship. Link included to entire series in formatted text, handouts, and PowerPoint Presentation. From ’Desperate Households’ Series.

Married, But Not Best Friends, pt. 2 Song of Solomon 5:16 The symbolism of Song of Solomon has to do w/ our relationship w/ Christ as His bride. Now, marriage is the highest level of relationship created by God…so, friendship ought to reach it’s very zenith in the context of the marriage ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

I Quit Playing Victim! I Will Go Where I Was Sent! I Am A Survivor! Series

Contributed by Edward Pruett on Mar 26, 2018

Jesus chose you where you are. He walked past you, knowing that what makes you different will be used so that "God might be displayed in [you!]" Obedience to Jesus' directives is where seeing occurs.

When I look at my life, there seems to be two components that stand out: What people see from me and what people perceive of me. Let me repeat that: What people see from me and what people perceive of me. The unfortunate thing is the “what people see from me” and the “what people perceive of ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7, Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Excess Baggage Part 3 Series

Contributed by John Pearrell on Aug 9, 2018

Traditions may sound good, but they often only complecate our faith

Projectionist: Start with LifewithGod-HighDefMP4.mp4 We’re so glad you are joining with us today whether in the auditorium or on line. You couldn’t have picked a better time to join us because we are in the third part of a series entitled Excess Baggage. We all know how unmanageable excess ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8-23

Denomination: Baptist

Energy Conservation Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 28, 2010

What are you spending your life’s energy on? Are you wasting your energy? Are using the energy God has placed in your life for eternal things?

Series: Get Energized – sermon: “Energy Conservation” Introduction: The subject of today is buzzing across the air waves of the world – We hear “Energy conservation” being discussed and debated. Energy conservation means to reduce the quantity of energy that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Trust God Where You Are - 1 Corinthians 7:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 25, 2025

Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Why am I here? Why this situation? Why now?” Life is full of seasons—some joyful, others painful. But in every season, God is present.

Go! And Trust God Where You Are - 1 Corinthians 7:17 Opening Prayer: Heavenly Father, Thank You for Your Word which speaks life, hope, and truth. Thank You for the gift of salvation through Your Son, Jesus Christ. As we open the Scriptures today, open our hearts to understand Your will and to walk ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:17, John 21:22, Philippians 4:12, Psalm 13:6, Romans 11:33-34, 2 Samuel 22:33-34, Psalm 18:32-33, Isaiah 55:8-9, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Seven Blessings Of The King

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 14, 2013

The anointing on your life is for all people and extends to the ends of the earth. God may be using you for small things, but the anointing that is on you is for great things that can reach and impact others far beyond your present environment

The seven blessings of the King The anointing on your life is for all people and extends to the ends of the earth. God may be using you for small things, but the anointing that is on you is for great things that can reach and impact others far beyond your present environment The anointing on Adam ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-5, Titus 3:4-10

Denomination: Charismatic

The Transformative Power Of Easter SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the profound impact of Easter and Jesus Christ's resurrection. It emphasizes the life-altering message that our sins are forgiven, we are empowered to live purposefully through Christ's power and promises, and our eternal future in heaven is secured.

Easter is a significant event that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ. It is a powerful and life-changing message that offers forgiveness for our sins, gives us a purpose to live for, and secures our eternal future in heaven. The resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in human ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Topics: Easter, Resurrection

A Put Away Message - [divorce] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

Whether single or not...it’s all about prevention. A tactful, Biblical handling of this delicate subject of the ’putting away’ of a spouse. Presented w/ compassion, mercy, and yet truth. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

A Put Away Message Matthew 19:3-9 / Malachi 2:11-16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PutAway.html This is a topic often ‘put away’ by churches these days because half of their people are divorced. But I believe we should talk about it, and see what Jesus has to say about it...for the same reason. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Baptist