Sermons on Train Your Spirit:

Meet Me In The Storm

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jul 30, 2012

We all have trials and storms in our lives.

Meet me in the storm John 6:15-21 Intro: have you been in a storm lately? 1: properties of a storm a) Rain- so much rain you can’t see. b) Wind- wind so fierce it knocks over trees and peels roofs back. c) Thunder- the sound so deep and rumbling it shakes the ground you stand ...read more

Scripture: John 6:15-21

Denomination: Other

Betrayal Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 30, 2012

Many times when we look at the portion of Mark 14 involving the arrest and trial of Jesus we focus on Judas - the betrayer. But Mark shows us that many more than Judas betrayed Jesus that night, and it shows us how short we fall and how great our Savior r

Beginning in Mark 14:43 we shift from Jesus being the source of the action to Him being acted upon by others. He becomes very passive except at a few key moments, on His way to the cross. In a way, what we see in this portion of Mark 14 is the failure of mankind. In several key ways, man abandons ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:43-72

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Do We Have A Prayer? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 13, 2013

Prayer is powerful! It must be caught and taught to be effective!

1. The need to pray A mother and her children were taking a tour of New York City and were in awe of St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The children were especially curious about the votive candles at the front of the cathedral, so the mother invited each of them to light one. She explained it was customary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Enters Jerusalem On A Donkey

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 21, 2013

Palm Sunday - a meticiously organised operation.Why? The key lies in the ownership of the donkey

WSMM West Walton 24-03-2012 This morning’s Gospel reading describes Jesus’ Triumphal entry into Jerusalem - which marked the beginning of one of the most momentous weeks in Antiquity – in AD 29. And we remember ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Anglican

Why I’m Not A Hospital Chaplain

Contributed by David Smith on Mar 9, 2012

My colleague, Father Elias, began his sermon on the Sunday I was in hospital by saying.

My colleague, Father Elias, began his sermon on the Sunday I was in hospital by saying, “I think if it had appeared in the paper that a priest had threatened to beat up a fellow patient in a Sydney Hospital, the most common response would have been, ‘I didn’t know Dave was in hospital!’” I’ve ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Jesus’ Response To Mockery And Unbelief Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

Chapter 7 is a brief pause in the revelation of who Jesus is. This chapter shows the reactions of various groups to the claims of Jesus.

So far, in the first 6 chapters of the Gospel of John, the author has concentrated on the revealing of Jesus—revealing Him as God, the Son of God, the One who came down out of heaven, and the Bread of Life. Chapter 7 is a brief pause in the revelation of who Jesus is. This chapter shows the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Honor Guard

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Mar 31, 2013

We must keep, guard and preserve the Word of God with and within our lives.

Quotes: In order to deserve, we must pay our dues and steadily work for perfection. We must relish in struggle, and relinquish pride. We must dispel fear and seek enlightenment. We must shun division and honor love. We must know our hearts and seek to understand others. We must try, live, create, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 19, 2011

EASTER 4 - Jesus is the Good Shepherd who loves his sheep to and even beyond death. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who wants all sheep in his flock.

JESUS IS THE GOOD SHEPHERD (Outline) May 15, 2011 - Easter 4 - JOHN 10:11-16 INTRO: Not too many people today have the job of being a shepherd. The job of a modern day shep-herd has greatly changed since the time of Jesus. A shepherd is still vital in taking care of the sheep. At ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Lutheran

21 The Warning And The Assurance Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 28, 2021

This is the 21st of 30 Studies on the Book of Romans

Romans 11:19-24 19You will say then, “Branches were broken off that I might be grafted in.” 20 Well said. Because of unbelief they were broken off, and you stand by faith. Do not be haughty, but fear. 21 For if God did not spare the natural branches, He may not spare you either. 22 Therefore ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:19-36, Isaiah 59:20, Isaiah 40:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sinfulness Saddens The Savior

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2021

People reject God's truth and are accountable. Jesus seeks the sinners salvation.

SINFULNESS SADDENS THE SAVIOR (Outline) August 8, 2021 - Pentecost 11 - MATTHEW 23:34-39 INTRO.: Sinfulness brings sadness. Our world is filled with many sad things. It is all because of the effects of sin. God created a perfect world. Adam and Eve lived in God’s perfect creation. Ad-am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:34-39

Denomination: Lutheran

God’s Glory On Display

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 12, 2021

Both the powerful and the powerless were wrong in their expectation, yet God had a plan and Jesus knew His agenda. In this text, Jesus sets the record straight. His only desire what that God might be glorified.

Now in the Gospel of St. John, the signs are over, the parables are finish and Jesus begins speaking in plain language. The shouts of the Triumph entry are quiet, and a banquet has been prepared. The setting of the text is a beautiful banquet prepared in Jesus’ honor. We are back in Bethany, just ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-32

Denomination: Methodist

Confession Is Good For The Soul

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 1, 2021

Sinners recognize wretchedness. Sinners find forgiveness full and free.

CONFESSION IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL (Outline) August 29, 2021 - Pentecost 14 - 2 SAMUEL 12:1-13 INTRO.: Sin is serious. Deadly serious. Dangerous. Sin is soul-destroying. Our Savior Jesus is soul-restoring. Do not be deceived by the devil. Misled by the world. Or fooled by our own sinful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Dream Revealed To Daniel Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 14, 2021

Daniel intervenes and tries to understand Nebuchadnezzar's dream.

Last week we ended our study with King Nebuchadnezzar ordering that all of the wise men of Babylon be destroyed. We also said that Daniel and his three friends were considered to be some of the wise men of Babylon and so the order would have pertained to them. Tonight, we will pick up our study ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Abuse And Mockery Of Christ

Contributed by David Mende on Apr 16, 2019

Though Jesus was mocked for claiming to be the King of the Jews, he is truly the King of kings and the Lord of lords and he is worthy to be worshipped as such. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Introduction The term ‘war crimes’ refer to the crimes that violate the laws of war. Examples of war crimes include the willful killing of civilians or prisoners, torture, taking hostages, rape, sexual slavery, using child soldiers, etc. In 1474, the Roman Empire held the first international war ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God, The Supernatural Healer

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 20, 2015

How do we respond to people who come to us for help? Do we ignore them? Do we listen to them and then send them on their way instead of helping them? Do we just throw money at the problem by making a donation or do we lower ourselves like Naaman did?

A missionary lady was sitting by her window as she opened her mail. In one letter she found a crisp, new, ten-dollar bill. She was pleasantly surprised, but then she noticed a poorly dressed stranger leaning on a post by her window. She couldn't get him off her mind. Thinking that he might be in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Anglican