Sermons on Thinking Ahead:

The Unrapturable Christian

Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Oct 17, 2022

Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh

Whilst having a very serious conversation with my wife this early morning, i told her plainly: " I didn't just marry you for procreation, enjoyment and earthly companionship only, i must do all things by possible means and at whatever cost to get you, the children, the entire family, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:44

Denomination: Pentecostal

Psalm 1 Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

You will discover happiness by obeying My laws and thinking right day and night.

All Scriptures are from The Bible by Jesus A. EXPANDED TRANSLATION “Your life will be happier if you don’t follow the advice of sinners, if you don’t loiter with the wicked, if you don’t become a part of an evil group. You will discover happiness by obeying My laws and thinking right day and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Eschatology 4 Of 16 The Tribulation Period

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2022

Today we are going to talk about something that is horrifying to even think about.

In the last three sermons in this Bible series on eschatology, we have been having a shouting time talking about the rapture of the church and receiving our glorified bodies. But much of what we are going to be talking about today, will cause us stand in awe! Most of the Book of Revelation deals ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Search For Happiness

Contributed by Richard Bowman on Jun 11, 2025

Where do we find authentic happiness? Few would think of the beatitudes.

THE SEARCH FOR HAPPINESS Warsaw Christian Church, Richard Bowman, Pastor Emeritus Text: Matthew 5:1-12 We all enjoy a good laugh. I shared these recently in one of the daily devotionals I sent out during the height of the Coronavirus scare. In case you missed them, here they are again. I like some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Mental Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 1, 2025

Mental development is the sharpening and cultivation of the mind to think, learn, and make sound decisions.

MENTAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 – “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:7, Philippians 4:8, Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul, A Truly Blessed Man (Ephesians 3:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 15, 2025

How great a privilege it is, Paul thinks, to get to tell people the gospel.

Over the last few weeks, we've read what Paul has to say about this huge, cosmic plan that God has for the world. Before God sent Jesus, this cosmos was a terrible mess. There was a dividing wall of sin that existed between God and people. There was a dividing wall that separated out Jew ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-14

Forgive One Another

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 25, 2019

We may think that it is hard to forgive someone. But living with bitterness is much more damaging than forgiving.

You can’t live on this fallen earth of ours for very long without taking some hits and accumulating some scars. There’s somebody that you really trust and the day comes that they let you down. And it really hurts. And suddenly your mind is filled with questions: What is that person going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Humility Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 27, 2024

Humility is much deeper than thinking low of yourself. Humility is about how we treat others.

Humility Jeffery Anselmi / General Core 52 / Humility / Philippians 2:5–8 Humility is much deeper than thinking low of yourself. Humility is about how we treat others. INTRODUCTION - What does the world around us value in people? - Should what the world values matter to the followers of Jesus? - ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Ways To Heal From Traumatic Stress

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 31, 2022

3 Steps toward healing: Face the trauma, Adjust your attitude, and Live a victorious life

Today we’ll address the topic of healing. In the fallen world in which we live there are many times when we experience things that harm us. We have to go through hard times. Each of I’m sure could list off traumatic experiences that we’ve been through. Whether we’re soldiers in combat, or children ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

What I Can Do While Waiting On God

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 4, 2005

Waiting for God doesn’t mean sitting around doing nothing… it means doing what we can, while we can, as best we can…while always being careful to not run ahead of God

“What I Can Do While Waiting On God” Acts 1:1-4 OPENING JOKE: A group of travelers were being made to wait on their airplane, which was late due to another flight being canceled. The crowd looked horrible and impatient as the time went on and on. Finally an angry passenger pushed his way to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-4, Acts 26:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004

As Christians we can see the world physically decaying and spiritually degenerating with this sin. However, we do not need to be pessimistic, because we have a blessed hope. Brighter days indeed lie ahead for the whole creation.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A number of years ago researchers performed an experiment to see the affect hope has on those undergoing hardship. Two sets of laboratory rats were placed in separate tubs of water. The researchers left one set in the water, and found that within an hour they had all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Appearance Of The Lamb Of God

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Jan 29, 2020

It is clear to us all that John the Baptist came ahead of Jesus Christ to prepare the way and to make things right. Whatever position you hold in the Church, don’t be too shy, don’t be a rebellious type

Aim: Jesus has been around for almost thirty years but nobody really heard about him except when he was twelve years old when he was seen in the temple and nothing was heard about him until this time he appeared at the river where John was baptizing. People are in a hurry to appear so soon today, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reflect On The Past But Get A Vision Of The Future

Contributed by James May on Dec 30, 2012

Dwelling on the past will put our journey into the future into jeopardy. Focusing on the future, where God is already waiting, will produce victory in life. We need a clearer vision of what lies ahead in order to be truly victorious in Christ.

Reflect on the Past but Get a Vision of the Future Sunday. December 30, 2012 By Rev. James May As I began to put together the Powerpoint presentation for this message, the first picture that I found to use was so very appropriate. It is a picture of the windshield of a car as it is traveling ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:1-21, Isaiah 59:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Winning Big Victories: The Fall Of Jericho Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 12, 2022

The battle of Jericho is not a model of military genius. It was a miracle. God called his people to foolishness to demonstrate His great power. What happened in Jericho was unique. Be ready to move ahead by faith when hearing the voice of God.

Winning Big Victories: The Fall of Jericho Joshua 5-6 I wrote a Wikipedia article on Edwin Winter Clark: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Winter_Clark. I had some significant help on this as there have been 500 follow up edits since I first wrote the original article. Edwin Clark is credited ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

My Lord And My God!

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

How many times have you tried to give another person advice and they didn’t listen? They went ahead and did the exact opposite of what you suggested they do. Even though you warned them.

“My Lord and My God!” John 20:19-31 1 Peter 1:3-9 Intro: Hello Easter people. How many times have you tried to give another person advice and they didn’t listen? They went ahead and did the exact opposite of what you suggested they do. Even though you warned them. Even though you told them. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21, 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational