Sermons on Torches:

Dead Man Walking Series

Contributed by Jeff Kennedy on Sep 9, 2009

John tells us about Jesus raising Lazarus back to life. What does John want us to know about Jesus from this story?

Video Clip: Princess Bride, “Mostly Dead” Connect: Today, in American society, we are obsessed with avoiding death. In the last 10 or fifteen years we have seen unthinkable advances in science and medicine – all of which are designed to makes our lives easier, to make us healthier, to correct ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-46

Denomination: *other

Put Off, Put On

Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 7, 2013

The Bible is clear that righteousness can only be found in God.

PUT OFF, PUT ON Col. 3:9-10(KJV), "Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds; And have put on the new [man], which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him:" "Put off...put on." A seemingly simplistic statement from the Apostle Paul in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Judges (Samson) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 22, 2014

God uses imperfect people! That's the message of the book of Judges. In the third sermon in this series we see Samson's Rage, Samson's Romances, and Samson's Repentance.

Judges: Ordinary People in the Hands of an Extraordinary God (Samson) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/20/2014 Charlie Brown scuttled onto the pitcher’s mound as Lucy took her position behind home plate, ready to warm up before the game. “Are you ready, Charlie ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Lifted, Sifted, Gifted

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 8, 2019

Gideon had lost sight of God and that God can do great things through the least people. He had to go through three stages of preparation before he was ready to storm the enemies’ camp: he had to be LIFTED, SIFTED, and then GIFTED!

LIFTED, SIFTED, GIFTED Judges 6:11-16,25-34; 7:2,7,19-21 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: GIVING IN THE OFFERING 1. Timmy didn’t want to put his money in the offering plate on Sunday morning. The plate passed down the pew and at last came to Timmy. He held his $5 bill over the plate but couldn’t let go. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be The Church: Watch, Wait, & Worship

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 15, 2017

Jesus speaks of our need to prepare for His return. We are encouraged to live lives of worship and devotion to God as we watch and wait for the Bridegroom. (This is part of our lectionary-based series for November 2017, "BE the Church.")

Last Sunday we had a gender reveal party to find out if we’re having a boy or a girl in April. I was so convinced it was a boy, based on how different the first trimester had been this time around. But then, with friends gathered around, we popped a large black balloon with question marks all over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, John 14:2-3, Amos 5:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Heroes Of The Bible: Samson Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Feb 22, 2022

The Bible is full of heroes! They don't wear spandex or fly around in capes and cowls, but God empowered these heroes and heroines to accomplish some pretty amazing feats that can inspire us to become heroes of God ourselves. Our next hero is Samson. (Alliterated Outline, PowerPoint)

Heroes of the Bible: Samson Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 8/8/2021 NOTE: This sermon was adapted from my book, Holy Heroes of the Bible. If it's a blessing to you, please consider buying the book which includes chapters/sermons on 17 additional Bible heroes: ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Seven Trumpets - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 11, 2022

An expository look at the 7 Trumpet judgments found in Revelation 8

1 When the Lamb opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour. 2 Then I saw the seven angels who stand before God, and seven trumpets were given to them. 3 And another angel came and stood at the altar with a golden censer, and he was given much incense to offer with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Labor For The Lord Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

Joseph was a peanut shell in Yankee Stadium, and that is the level of notice he would have gotten in history from that point on. But God gave him the ability to interpret dreams, and he impressed the Pharaoh. He was instantly exalted to the highest level of power in the powerful nation of Egypt.

Grace Kelly, the American actress, married into royalty when she became the wife of Prince Rainier of Monaco. This became world wide news back in 1956 as an American girl became Princess Grace. But it was far from being a rags to riches story, for Grace grew up in wealth and luxury. Her father ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:41-57

3 Admonitions For The Church

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 4, 2024

Series from I Thessalonians 5

Title: 3 Admonitions for the Body. Script: I Thes. 5:19-22 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 5-5-24 Intro: What should I do? We ask ourselves this question a lot, from eating breakfast in the morning (“What should I eat?”) to driving to the store (“What road should I take?”) to choosing a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Give Me Oil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025

True readiness for Christ means keeping our spiritual lamps burning with the oil of God’s presence, desiring Him above all, and faithfully waiting for His return.

If you listen closely tonight, you can almost hear the soft shuffle of sandals and the whisper of wicks. Lamps are being lit. Hearts are being lifted. Hope is being rekindled. The Lord paints for us a picture that smells like olive oil and sounds like midnight—the kind of hour when the air is ...read more

Topics: Oil, Preparation

Faith, A Little Dab Will Do Ya

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Often time, the difference between serving the Lord significantly and just using up the time period we call our lifespan is just a little bit of faith and courage; not a lot of it, just a little faith exercised in fear and trembling!

1. There is not that much difference between us; human race--we are similar to one another.... 2. Differences are in the realm of fine shades... 3. Gifts, talents...matter of degree...(we can all sing, but a dog can only howl....we can read, but some are quicker....we can draw a picture, but some ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Run The Race

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 15, 2001

Pauls calls Christians to run the race of life

Run the Race 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 January 14, 2001 Introduction I. The Olympics A. Some of my favorite moments: First Dream Team Men’s Basketball, The lighting of the torch in 1996 B. Michael Johnson in 1996 1. The time trials prior to the games – Johnson broke the world record in the 200 meter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Church Of God

The "Secret" Of Gideon's Faith

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

Discover the secret of Gideon’s Faith through his conversations with God. The "secret" is revealed in the first letter of each point. Purge (sin from your live), Revive true worship, Act on your Faith, Yield to the will of God. PRAY.

The “Secret” of Gideon’s Faith Judges 6 & 7 INTRODUCTION I. Israel had been handed over to the Midianites. 6:1, 10 A. Midianites ravaged the land. 6:2–6 B. The Israelites cried out to God. 6:6–7 1. God has always wanted the best for His children. a. He sent them a prophet. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptism

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

This is an example batism service at pool side

1. INTRO ILLUSTRATION A little girl sat with her parents during a baptismal service one Sunday night, which was a new experience for her. She exclaimed in surprise, ‘Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Dad, why?’ Her mom tried to explain briefly and quietly, but she just wouldn’t be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3

Denomination: Christian Church

When The Holy Spirit Comes (Part Ii) Series

Contributed by J. Martin on May 30, 2005

Last week we learned there was a thunderous sound that filled the place where the 120 were praying. The noise was similar to that caused by a violent wind. We learned that the thunder was there to make God’s presence known to His people, to defeat His e

We had established that the feast of Pentecost was one of several solemn Jewish celebrations. Jesus became the Lamb of God that took away our sin on the day of Passover. But 50 days later, the Bible declares there were 120 people praying in the upper room when the Holy Spirit came upon them. Out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God