Sermons on The Pruning Process:

Alignment Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

To fulfill the Great Commission, we need to align ourselves with God's plans, be patient and obedient, understanding that the process is just as important as the results.

Imagine you're on a massive ship, cruising along, and you get a message from a lighthouse saying, 'Change your course, or you'll crash!' But you're like, 'Nah, you move.' Funny, right? But that's what we do when we ignore God's directions and do things our way. Now, let's talk about something Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Isaiah 28:23-29

Topics: Evangelism, Discipleship, Spiritual Growth, Missionary Work

The Power Of Faith In Healing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 25, 2025

In this sermon , we will explore the biblical basis for healing, examine the role of faith in the healing process, and provide examples of healing from the Bible.

Healing is a fundamental aspect of the Christian faith, and the Bible provides numerous examples of God's power to heal. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical basis for healing, examine the role of faith in the healing process, and provide examples of healing from the Bible. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Mark 5:34

Our Choice To Live Or Die PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2023

This sermon explores the significance of our daily decisions, emphasizing the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the Word of God in our decision-making process.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is always a joy to gather with you, to celebrate our shared faith, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. This morning, we stand on the brink of a new understanding, a fresh revelation that will aid us in our daily walk with the Lord. We are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:16-17

Topics: Sin, Choice

The Role Of Training And Mentorship In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

No one rises in ministry alone. Behind every successful minister is a process of training and a chain of mentorship that has contributed to their maturity and effectiveness.

THE ROLE OF TRAINING AND MENTORSHIP IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:2 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 27:17, Exodus 18:17-24, Acts 11:25-26, Titus 2:1-8 INTRODUCTION: The call to ministry is not a call to isolation but to a journey of growth, learning, and impartation. God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:2, Proverbs 27:17, Exodus 18:17-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Mess With God! Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Feb 9, 2012

From this story we learn how God humbled a pagan king. There is important truth here for all of us to ponder.

“Don’t mess with God!” Date: Feb, 15, 2012 Scripture: Daniel 4 Sermon I begin with a simple question: How far will God go to get his message across to us?  The answer is not hard to find.  He will do whatever it takes/make sure we get his message. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord In The Midst Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 26, 2016

This is an introductory message in a series on the seven churches of Revelation.

THE LORD IN THE MIDST OF HIS CHURCH TEXT: Revelation 1:9-20 Revelation 1:9-20 KJV I John, who also am your brother, and companion in tribulation, and in the kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ, was in the isle that is called Patmos, for the word of God, and for the testimony of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pray!

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jul 25, 2003

Paul gives guidelines for the Colossians in how they can pray for him. In the process, he tells how our prayers can be powerful and effective.

June 22, 2003 Colossians 4:2-6 “Pray!” INTRODUCTION For the last four months, we have been examining the letter that Paul wrote from his prison cell to the church at Colosse. Here at the end of the letter, just as we would when we write letters, he leaves his readers with the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Where The Victory Is Won

Contributed by Brian Credille on Feb 7, 2001

This event in Jesus’ life (Garden of Gethsemene)illustrates the process we should use in order to overcome temptation to sin and choose to do the will of God.

“Where the Victory is Won” Matthew 26:36-56 INTRODUCTION An event in the life of Jesus illustrates for us that victory over sin day by day is not so much accomplished in the moment of action itself, but in the silent moments of inner turmoil and wrestling that occurs prior to the event. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-56

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Pulling The Strings?

Contributed by Mike Flack on Mar 5, 2002

What it really means for Jesus Christ to control the life of a believer - the presentation of our bodies, the process of the renewing of our minds, and the performance of the Will Of God.

Who’s Pulling The Strings? (Have ready made a giant marionette frame (4’x6’ or larger) with rope through the control arms. As you begin, start to attach the ropes to your legs and arms making you a human marionette.) I remember that when I was seven, our WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD would all congregate ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Friends

Thanksgiving In Nain

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A thanksgiving sermon. What happens when the Lord of Life encounters a procession of death on the outskirts of the village of Nain? A worship service is waiting to happen.

Intro: The Spring of the Year. I. Two Crowds a. A Jubiliant Crowd 1. A crowd which had traveled all day with Jesus 2. A crowd which had witnessed a miraculous healing 3. A crowd that was asking the question, who is this Jesus? 4. Like the feeling you get when you pass an overturned mini-van and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible Is Accurate-Part 2 Series

Contributed by John Young on Nov 23, 2004

Revelation, inspiration, and preservation are the processes by which God communicated His Word to humankind. These three words assure us that the Bible is 100% pure.

When asked what the three most important elements in real estate are, realtors respond: ‘location, location, location.” Such a response usually gets a chuckle, but the issue really isn’t a laughing matter. Those three responses are the most important issues in real estate and giving ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

16 Pentecost A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 12, 2002

For life in the church, Jesus gives us a process and promise to help us deal with conflict so that others may see Jesus clearly.

16 Pentecost A Matthew 18:15-20 8 Sept.2002 Rev. Roger Haugen In my final year of university at Camrose Lutheran College, I was in charge of one of the dorms. There was one guy determined to get my goat. He was always at the centre of disturbances, always living just over the edge of the dorm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Noah - Proof That Miracles Can Happen When Your Life Is Committed To God

Contributed by Byron Maynard on Apr 21, 2005

Noah was careful who he used as role models. Noah refused to give up. Noah was sustained throughout the entire process by God.

Noah - Proof that Miracles Can Happen When Your Life is Committed to God Genesis Chapters 6 - 9 Introduction: First of all, in this story we have to ask the question can we ignore God without consequence? And second, if we do obey God, how will he work a miracle in our life? Noah, whose ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Therabbi Says Come Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 11, 2008

A look at the historic process of becoming a disciple using material from Ray Vander Laan and some practical applications into our lives today.

“Breathless” A study of the gospel of Mark “When the Rabbi says Come” March 16, 2008 Me: As a student, I had a seminary professor who saw more in me than I saw in myself. He challenged me to throw myself into ministry and to passionately follow God. To this day, I still talk with him and he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Simply Irresistible Series

Contributed by Rob Jansons on Sep 14, 2010

Fourth sermon in the series on salvation, examining the "order of salvation" and how God's grace works behind the scenes in our lives during the process.

We are talking about our salvation. Spending time thinking about how God saves us. In once sense, it doesn’t really matter - we are saved! Thank God. Why analyze it? But on the other hand, it is helpful to our understanding of God and to our Christian life if we spend some time thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed