Sermons on Transactional:

Joseph Of Arimathea: A Cowardish And Blessed Man

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Apr 6, 2025

While Jesus was still alive, Joseph did nothing for Jesus. However, at the right time, when he only had three hours before the Sabbath, he could take care of Jesus’ body.

The story of Jesus’ death and burial that we will discuss today is recorded in all four Gospels. This shows the significance of this event. Let’s read Mark 15:33-47. Verse 33 – “At noon, darkness came over the whole land until three in the afternoon.” Jesus was crucified at nine in the morning. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-47, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 2 Corinthians 5:19, Malachi 4:5, Romans 5:8, John 19:30, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Colossians 2:14, John 12:32, John 10:30-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing The Times Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 13, 2025

You hypocrites! You know how to interpret the appearance of earth and sky, but why do you not know how to interpret the present time? (Luke 12:56)

The theme for today’s sermon is “knowing the times”. The first words of the Bible are “In the beginning (time) God created the heavens (space) and the earth” (matter). The relationship between time, energy, space and matter is a fundamental concept in physics to give us an understanding of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40, Luke 12:54-59

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Redeemed By Precious Blood 1 Peter 1:18-19 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 24, 2024

1 Peter 1:18-19 inspires us to grasp the depth of Christ's sacrifice and to respond with lives transformed by His redeeming love.

Redeemed by Precious Blood 1 Peter 1:18-19 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truth of our redemption through the precious blood of Christ, as highlighted in 1 Peter 1:18-19. This passage reveals the ultimate price paid for our salvation and invites us to respond to this transformative ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19, Ephesians 1:7, Hebrews 9:12, Revelation 5:9, Hebrews 9:14, 1 John 2:2, Revelation 1:5-6, Romans 12:1-2, Titus 2:11-14, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Prayer Doesn’t Change God Series

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 31, 2025

We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes God.”

MODERN CHRISTIAN MISCONCEPTIONS SERIES “When Prayer Doesn’t Change God” (It Changes You) PROLOGUE We’ve all heard it — whispered in prayer circles, shouted in pulpits, written on plaques: “Prayer changes things.” And it does. But here’s the misconception that twists this truth: “Prayer changes ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-15, Malachi 3:6, Numbers 23:19, Isaiah 38:1, Jonah 3:4, Luke 22:42, Philippians 4:6-7, James 5:16, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fullness Of Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 2, 2025

“Out of His fullness we receive, and grace for grace, – like wave upon wave.”— Horatius Bonar

FULLNESS OF GRACE Text: Ruth 3:14-18 Introduction 1. “Out of His fullness we receive, and grace for grace, – like wave upon wave.”— Horatius Bonar 2. You will never run out of grace. 3. “From his abundance we have all received one gracious blessing after another.” (Jn. 1:16). 4. With God we are ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:6-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Journey Ends Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 13, 2025

This journey, by Paul and Barnabas, was essential in establishing churches among the Gentiles and Paul’s never ending quest to take the Gospel message to his people, the Jews.

“The Journey Ends” Acts 14:24-27 12-14-2025 AM Paul's First Missionary Journey is a major event spreading the Gospel, as recorded in the Acts. This journey, by Paul and Barnabas, was essential in establishing churches among the Gentiles and Paul’s never ending quest to take the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Deliver Me, I Hate What I See PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Struggles in a Kingdom Marriage are not just physical but spiritual, and we can overcome them through the Lord's deliverance and the power of transformation in Christ.

Good morning, family! Today we're going to dive deep into a sometimes tricky but always rewarding topic: The struggle of a Kingdom Marriage. But not just the struggle, folks, we're also going to explore the Lord's Deliverance and the Power of Transformation. As we go on this journey, let's take to ...read more

Topics: Kingdom, Marriages

Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the power of prayer, the assurance in God's promises, and the peace that comes from trusting in His plan, especially during challenging times.

Good morning, church family! It's so good to see everyone here today. We're going to be diving into a powerful passage of Scripture today, talking about prayer, God's promises, and trusting in His plan—especially in times of worry. The great preacher and writer Charles Spurgeon once said, "True ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Topics: Worry

Remember The Goal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to align all their actions and decisions with God's will, doing everything for His glory.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather here today, let's turn our attention to Paul's first letter to the Corinthians, chapter 10, verse 31, where he instructs us, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." It's a simple statement, yet so profound. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Topics: Working, Christ

The Joy Of Discovering God's Kingdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the joy of discovering, investing in, and experiencing the Kingdom of God, as illustrated in Matthew 13:44-52.

Good morning, church family. If you've ever experienced the thrill of finding a valuable item at a yard sale or the excitement of seeing your investment multiply, then today's sermon will resonate with you. We'll be diving deep into Matthew 13:44-52, exploring the joy of finding, investing in, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Topics: Joy, Kingdom

Naboth's Vineyard PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

The sermon emphasizes trusting God in dark times, rejecting injustice, safeguarding God's anointed, and resisting envy, as illustrated in 1 Kings 21. Key

Welcome, dear family of faith, to this sacred gathering where we come together, not just as individuals, but as a collective body, knit together by the love of our Savior. We are here to lean into the wisdom of the Word, to let its truths shape us, to let its promises uplift us, and to let its ...read more

Topics: Grapes, Envy

Gods Hand In Our Redemption Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 4 of series on Ruth

GODS HAND IN OUR REDEMPTION Ruth, Part 4 This is the last week of our series on the book of Ruth. Lets do a little review, for those of you who may have missed a week. The story takes place in the time of the Judges, which is a dark period of Israel’s history, about a thousand years ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A High Price For Low Living

Contributed by James Groce on Aug 12, 2001

The interest costs more than the height of pleasure attained.

--------------------------------------------- Ezek 18:4 Behold, all souls are mine; as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine: the soul that sinneth, it shall die. Mica 7:3 That they may do evil with both hands earnestly, the prince asketh, and the judge [asketh] for a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Children Of Love

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Jan 2, 2002

Since God is love, we ought to be loving to the world on his behalf. A call to be the instruments of Love to our world in the new year.

As I have reflected this week as to what I think might well be the most important thing for us to know about the faith that we are planning to grow in during the year to come, I have come to the following conclusion: We must realize that we are in fact children of God. Not that we have earned ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Does God Want From Me???? Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 9, 2002

We often feel like asking, "Good God Almighty, what do you WANT from me?" Micah gives a clear answer -- to act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.

What Does God Want From Me? Micah 6:1-8 1 Listen to what the LORD says: "Stand up, plead your case before the mountains; let the hills hear what you have to say. 2 Hear, O mountains, the LORD’s accusation; listen, you everlasting foundations of the earth. For the LORD has a case against his ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8, Micah 1:1, Micah 1:2-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed