Sermons on The Progess Of Joy:

Look Out For False Teachers Series

Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Jan 11, 2020

The Bible teaches that Satan is a master counterfeiter, trying to pass off on people a version of Christianity that looks good but will not be accepted by God in Heaven.

Introduction: Have you ever had a counterfeit bill? That’s never happened to me. But sometimes, today, people can get scammed into buying a counterfeit ticket to a sporting event or concert or even buying a counterfeit product that was cheaply made to look like the real thing. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3

The Unstoppable Church Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 3, 2020

God uses people and problems to accomplish His purposes.

The Unstoppable Church Acts 5:33-42 Rev. Brian Bill February 1-2, 2020 Video: Spread of Christianity As I watched that video my mind immediately went to the words of Jesus found in Matthew 16:18. Using the word “church” for the first time, Jesus made this unchanging, unwavering and glorious ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:33-42

Denomination: Baptist

Why Win Souls?

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 30, 2019

I have been winning souls tl in over 125 countries for 60 years and I am asked how I keep going. Next to my own experience of Salvation, the greatest joy I have had is winning a soul. God He has helped us lead many thousands of souls and it brings the joy that I believe has kept me going.

WHY WIN SOULS? Proverbs 11:30 (KJV) The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise. I. The first reason is if you want wisdom, you will win souls. A. James 1:5 (KJV) If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Mark 16:15, Mark 8:36, Nehemiah 8:10

Christmas Greeting Card Sermon I: Season's Greetings! Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 30, 2019

As Christmas approaches and folks say to one and all, "Season's Greetings", let Christians turn the greeting into a gift by adding Isaiah's message: "for unto us the Prince of Peace has come!"

CHRISTMAS GREETING CARD SERMON I: SEASON’S GREETINGS Norman Rockwell was one of America’s all-time favorite painters of scenes typical of the warmth associated with the story-book kind of life we all longed for as we grew up. His paintings depict stories that give me a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16

Courage And Faith

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 28, 2024

It explores the themes of courage, faith, and trust in God during difficult times, particularly when faced with ethical dilemmas.

Introduction Hi everyone, let's imagine this situation: I work at the VA, right? And I stumble upon something upsetting. I discovered that some of the bosses in our Community Living Centers, where we promise to look after our veterans, aren't doing the right thing. Now, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Spacing Matters

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 18, 2025

If we renumber Hebrews 11 and 12 we can remove a misconception that many believe.

People seem to forget that the chapter divisions are not inspired, but placed to help us with reading. Unlike English, there were no capitals, punctuation or spaces in ancient Greek. forgodsolovedtheworldthathegavehisonlybegottenson or FORGODSOLOVEDTHEWORLDTHATHEGAVEHISONLYBEGOTTENSON A bit hard ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Hebrews 11:39-40

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon: From Mourning To Gladness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

Just as the Psalmist declares, “Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing,” we too can trust that God will lift our hearts from sorrow and bring us to a place of peace.

FUNERAL SERMON: FROM MOURNING TO GLADNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 30:11 (KJV) Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness. INTRODUCTION: In moments of sorrow, the human heart seeks solace, seeking to understand why ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fruit Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Oct 21, 2023

In Galatians 5:22–23, Paul shifts to happier thoughts, saying, “But the fruit of the Spirit is …” In what follows, he gives nine characteristics of the Holy Spirit’s work in the life of a born-again believer.

Unlike the word works (of the flesh), fruit is singular, indicating that the nine characteristics are part of a unified whole and are not separable. In other words, a believer doesn’t have some and not others, though their relative strength may vary. Love, by which Paul means the love of God ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If Not Disputable Matters, What Should Our Focus Be On? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 31, 2023

This sermon is the conclusion of the "How to Disagree" sermon series. In this message, we look at what we should be focused on instead of arguing over secondary issues.

A BIGGER VISION: Are we thinking of denominational correctness or of the expansive kingdom of God? - Romans 14:17a. - [Note: focus here on the Kingdom; leave the other for the second point.] - So often we get down into the weeds on all these disputable matters that we’ve been discussing for the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Renewed Vision

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on May 20, 2025

This New Year’s Eve sermon challenges believers to reflect on perseverance through hardship and to anchor their goals not just in ambition, but in the eternal path, presence, and pleasures found in Christ.

Not Giving Up As I was preparing for today, I just want to share with you where my heart was yesterday as I was preparing for this morning: we had a hundred opportunities this year to quit. We had a hundred opportunities to quit on Jesus. Maybe you were disappointed and you clung to him. Maybe you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11, Psalm 119:103-105, John 14:6, John 4:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rewards Of Faithful Service Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Faithful service may not always attract applause from men, but it never goes unnoticed by heaven.

THE REWARDS OF FAITHFUL SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 25:21 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 6:10, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Colossians 3:23-24, Revelation 22:12 INTRODUCTION: God highly esteems faithfulness in service. In a world where recognition is often given to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21, Hebrews 6:10, Galatians 6:9, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 9, 2025

Gratitude is a powerful force in the life of a believer. It is more than just saying “thank you”—it is a spiritual posture that recognises God as the source of every good and perfect gift.

THE POWER OF A GRATEFUL HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:11-19 Supporting Texts: Psalm 103:1–5, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6, Colossians 3:15–17, Psalm 100:4 INTRODUCTION: Gratitude is a powerful force in the life of a believer. It is more than just saying “thank you”—it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025

The Scriptures call us to live a life of contentment, not rooted in material accumulation, but in trust and satisfaction in God’s provision.

LIVING A LIFE OF CONTENTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:11-13 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-8, Hebrews 13:5, Luke 12:15, Psalm 23:1, Ecclesiastes 5:10 INTRODUCTION: Contentment is a rare and powerful virtue in today’s world, where people are constantly driven by the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blessings Of Thanksgiving And Praise Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Thanksgiving and praise are not occasional religious practices but essential elements of a believer’s relationship with God.

THE BLESSINGS OF THANKSGIVING AND PRAISE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36 Supporting Texts: Psalm 100:4, Psalm 103:1-5, Philippians 4:6, Hebrews 13:15, Luke 17:11-19 INTRODUCTION: Thanksgiving and praise are not occasional religious practices but essential elements of a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blessings Of A Godly Home Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 9, 2025

A godly home attracts God’s blessings, peace, fruitfulness, and generational impact because His presence dwells there.

THE BLESSINGS OF A GODLY HOME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 128:1-6 Key Verse: “Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; that walketh in his ways.” (Psalm 128:1) Supporting Texts: Joshua 24:15, Proverbs 3:33, Ephesians 5:25-28, Psalm 112:1-3 INTRODUCTION: God designed the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God