Sermons on Trembling:

On A Morning Like This

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 18, 2019

Mark's ending, unique among the gospels, connects the empty tomb to real-life struggles, as it ends with the women "bewildered and afraid." As we join the women there, we grasp the life-changing impact of the resurrection.

ON A MORNING LIKE THIS—Mark 16:1-8 “In the sky the song of the skylark greets the dawn in the fields wet with dew The scent of the violets fills the air on such a lovely morning as this Surely on such a lovely morning as this Lord Jesus came forth from the tomb.” John Carden, A Procession of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8, 1 Corinthians 15:14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Jesus Always Ruins Halloween

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 10, 2006

Jesus had power over the darkness of this world

Intro: in the next few days evil will be glorified as good. Witches, warlocks, devils and death will be promoted as all powerful in this world. But the church isn’t suppose to tremble by the darkness, but shine in it, take authority over it, and overcome it with good. I believe Jesus always ruins ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:33-37, Luke 4:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Passover Psalm Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 19, 2024

The Passover Psalm

Psalm 114 The Passover Psalm 1. The Tribute of Deliverance The Fact of Deliverance - 1 When Israel went out of Egypt, The Force of Deliverance - the house of Jacob from a people of strange language; The Foundation of Deliverance - The Presence of God - 2 Judah was his sanctuary, The ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Consolation (Series: Lessons On 2 Corinthians) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 10, 2019

The apostle Paul was not disappointed with the believers in Corinth, which he indicated to Titus; and though they faced an uncertain future, he could joyfully declare the confidence he had in them for the time to come.

September 18, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.C.2.c: Consolation. (7:13-16) 2nd Corinthians 7:13-16 (NKJV) 13 Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Healing Women's Emotion

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 12, 2001

This sermon is designed to motivate the hearers to prostrate themselves before Jesus, while simultaneously telling others how He healed them.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia Scripture References: Luke 8:40-48; John 5:6 (The man that had been lame for 38 years); Matthew 6:14-15 (For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48, Luke 8:47

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Kinds Of Faith (3 Of 3) Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

3 Kinds of Faith

James 2:14-26 What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone? 15 Suppose you see a brother or sister who has no food or clothing, 16 and you say, “Good-bye and have a good day; stay warm and eat well”—but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"A Longing For Revival!"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

"A LONGING FOR REVIVAL!"

ISAIAH 64:1-5 "A LONGING FOR REVIVAL!" Graham Scroggie said, "There never has been a spiritual revival which did not begin with an acute sense of sin." Lamentations 3:40 says, "Let us search and try our ways, and turn again to the LORD." 1. THE PLEA FOR REVIVAL “Oh that thou ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

No! Not That! (Habakkuk) Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 19, 2025

When God baffles you, trust Him, Fear Him, and Praise Him.

Jill Briscoe, a pastor’s wife and author, talks about babysitting one of their three, 3-year-old grandchildren several years ago. In their family, they had twins and a single birth all within 24 hours. They called them Search, Destroy, and Demolition. She was babysitting Demolition. As Jill waved ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17, Habakkuk 2:1-20, Habakkuk 3:1-19, 1 Peter 2:23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Easter Sermon With Surprise Ending

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Nov 19, 2009

This sermon has a little fun with the "short" ending of Mark. We stand at the empty tomb... and it is up to us to finish the story.

The Lady or the Lion By Frank Stockton (edited and revised) In the very olden time there lived a semi-barbaric king, whose ideas were indeed semi-barbaric. The king had a daughter, beautiful and fair… the envy of every woman in the nation. She could have any man in the kingdom… but her heart ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sealed With A Kiss

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Nov 9, 2002

The Biblical kiss was one of submission/worship, that’s the attitude we need to have for Jesus.

Title: Sealed with a Kiss Text: Psalm 2 Introduction Before I heard the doctors tell the dangers of a kiss, I had considered kissing you the nearest thing to bliss. But now I know biology and sit and sigh and moan; Six million mad bacteria, and I thought we were alone. 1. If you want to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Cancel Easter?

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Apr 1, 2020

Especially for 2020. On the first Easter, Jewish power players tried to MANAGE they truth of the resurrection, to cancel Easter forever. The truth could not be canceled, because disciples saw the risen Lord. The guards were afraid, but both the angel and Jesus said, "Do not be afraid."

CANCEL EASTER? Matthew 27:61-28:15 (Revised in 2020, during the novel coronavirus, covid-19 church cancellations—can be easily modified) In the eyes of many people, Easter has been canceled this year. Church is online only. Easter egg hunts and family dinners are canceled. Malls are closed, and ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is My Response In An "even Though" Moment Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 6, 2021

You ask what are those "even though" moments? It is when the situation that is starring you in the face is not good, but you can find strength in that situation because of God.

Introduction: Last week, we began our new series "Even Though" by looking at Jeremiah's "even though" moment. Jeremiah is looking around at his beloved Israel and the damage done by the Babylonian invasion. Property has been destroyed, friends have been killed and others ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Return Of Glory: Preaching God's Word Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 27, 2016

One of the avenues for the return of God's glory to his people is the committed proclamation of his word.

1. BUT BEFORE THAT . . . * In 1992, when Mississippi Governor, Kirk Fordice stated unreservedly "America is a Christian nation" the response bordered on hysteria. * But before that -- Congress, declared 1983 to be the "Year of the Bible" -- stating that the Bible, the Word of God, has made a unique ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power And Wisdom Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 4 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians discussing the enlightening ministry of the Holy Spirit.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Enlightening Ministry Of The Holy Spirit Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 22, 2018

Message 5 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians continuing our exploration of the Holy Spirit's ministry of enlightening believers.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Power and Wisdom of the Spirit” Address and Introduction (Greeting and Thanksgiving) 1:1-9 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Response to questions and issues 7-16 Conclusion 16:5-24 I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof concerning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance