Sermons on Traits:

Sons And Daughters Of Encouragement Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 8, 2012

Like Barnabas, we can be sons and daughters of encouragement if we see and make real the connection between Word and Sacrament.

Feast of St Barnabas 2012 Verbum Domini This annual celebration of one of the early Church’s lynchpins, St. Barnabas, brings to mind first of all the meaning of his Hebrew name: Bar-nabas, son of encouragement. (Acts 4:36) When you use that idiom about somebody, it’s like saying, ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Is Repetition Bad

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 19, 2019

CCM is bashed for repetition and length, but are the critics right?

Mat 6:7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. 8 Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. When it comes to prayer, Christ is not into vain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8, Psalm 136:1-26, Psalm 119:1-176, Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Grande Victoire

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 30, 2023

Et ils l'ont vaincu à cause du sang de l'Agneau et à cause de la parole de leur témoignage, et ils n'ont pas aimé leur vie jusqu'à la mort » (Apocalypse 12 :11)

GRANDE VICTOIRE « Mais il se tint au milieu du pays, le défendit et frappa les Philistins ; et l'Éternel obtint une grande victoire » (2 Samuel 23 : 12) Dieu a donné à Shammah une grande victoire sur les Philistins, et une grande victoire a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Empowered For Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 22, 2024

In Ephesians 6:10-11 the apostle Paul exhorts us to be strong in the Lord and to put on the full armour of God. This is a call to spiritual warfare, reminding us that we are engaged in a battle against the spiritual forces of evil.

Empowered for Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-11 Introduction: Today, we delve into the powerful words of Ephesians 6:10-11, where the apostle Paul exhorts us to be strong in the Lord and to put on the full armour of God. This passage is a call to spiritual warfare, reminding us that we are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11, Psalm 18:32, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Shield Of Faith: Lessons From Captain America Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Captain America, known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply with our Christian faith. Lets uncover biblical truths about righteousness, resilience, and reliance on God's protection.

The Shield of Faith: Lessons from Captain America Introduction Today, I want to share with you a message inspired by an iconic superhero—Captain America. Known for his unwavering principles, sense of duty, and indestructible shield, Captain America offers us powerful lessons that resonate deeply ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14, James 1:2-4, Psalm 18:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In The Realm Of The Supernatural

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Living in the realm of the supernatural is not a privilege for a few, but the birthright of every Spirit-filled believer.

LIVING IN THE REALM OF THE SUPERNATURAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:16-18, John 3:8, Mark 16:17-18, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 2:9-14 INTRODUCTION: The believer is not called to live an ordinary life, but to operate in the extraordinary realm of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Qualities Of God’s Champions

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 17, 2025

These champions are not always the strongest by human standards, but they are marked by spiritual qualities that set them apart.

QUALITIES OF GOD’S CHAMPIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:11-16 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 17:32-37, Daniel 6:1-10, Acts 4:13, Hebrews 11:32-34 INTRODUCTION: God's champions are not born from the crowd—they are raised through encounters, discipline, and obedience. In every ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Integrity In A Corrupt World Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

In a world that applauds shortcuts and celebrates corruption, integrity remains a powerful witness for Christ.

CHRISTIAN INTEGRITY IN A CORRUPT WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 6:1-10 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 10:9, Titus 2:7-8, Philippians 2:14-15, 2 Corinthians 8:21, Romans 12:2 INTRODUCTION: In today’s world where corruption, dishonesty, and compromise are prevalent in all spheres of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bearing Fruit In Keeping With Repentance

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

Repentance is more than a verbal confession; it is a change of heart that must reflect in a change of life.

BEARING FRUIT IN KEEPING WITH REPENTANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 3:8 Supporting Texts: Luke 6:43-45, John 15:4-8, Galatians 5:22-24, Romans 6:1-2, James 2:17-20 INTRODUCTION: Repentance is more than a verbal confession; it is a change of heart that must reflect in a change of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Self-Righteousness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, religious activities, or outward behaviour.

SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:9-14 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:3, Isaiah 64:6, Philippians 3:9, Matthew 23:27-28, Proverbs 16:2 INTRODUCTION: Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Character Is Your Identity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 13, 2025

In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that character is what truly defines a person.

YOUR CHARACTER IS YOUR IDENTITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:16-20 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 22:1, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:9-21, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Titus 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Time For Action Is Now!

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Nov 4, 2025

An echo through time has been Jesus telling us that we need to bring the Gospel message out to the world. The Hebrews of His time did not understand that it was their task to do. Jesus came to the Jews first and then to the Gentiles.

The Time for Action is Now! Luke 12:54-59 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 12:54 And He was also saying to the crowds, “Whenever you see a cloud rising in the west, you immediately say, ‘A shower is coming,’ and so it turns out. 55 “And whenever you feel a south wind blowing, you say, ‘It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:54-59

Denomination: United Methodist

Luke's Beatitudes Series

Contributed by Rev. Katherine Beck-Ei on Feb 10, 2025

all the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them. Then he looked up at his disciples…

…all the crowd were trying to touch him, for power came out from him and healed all of them. Then he looked up at his disciples… I am afraid that today’s sermon is one of those more academic messages. The Gospels According to Mark, Matthew, and Luke all contain “Beatitudes.” Those first two bear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

When God Ran

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 20, 2002

Many Christians need to remember to keep their focus on Christ and not forget the day when God ran to us and embraced us.

"When God Ran" Have ushers pass out envelopes! Play song” When God Ran” during communion. Text: Luke 15:11-32 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, `Father, give me my share of the estate.’ So he divided his property between them. 13 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Custody?vsownership? Does The Box Define Me?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 15, 2008

We can not allow the box of the past to define us. We can never be satisfied seeking custody! We must seek full ownership and claim the potential that God has planned for us.

CUSTODY VS. OWNERSHIP? Does the box define me? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in three parts. INTRODUCTION: COULD THE FAITH YOU EXERCISE DETERMINE THE GROWTH? OR LACK OF GROWTH YOU SEE? I have heard that many fishes size will grow in proportion to it’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God