Sermons on True Morning Star:

Jesus Calls Us Into His Mission

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 19, 2007

As with the Apostles, today’s Church is called to be the Church in mission. This short sermon also emphasises that we must not ’star gaze’. We are simply to be involved in God’s mission.

Sadly as I preach this morning there will be ‘preachers’ stating that Jesus did not ascend vertically into heaven; and whilst I will not today have the opportunity to challenge such false teachers let’s remind ourselves of this: After appearing to the disciples “many times in ways that proved ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

He Said, We Said

Contributed by Nathan Cooper on Feb 26, 2008

Malachi examines true sacrifice and true worship.

Mal. 1 HE SAID, WE SAID: Intro: Have you ever had an argument with a spouse and she knew what you were gonna say even before you did? Eerie isn’t it? Like she can read your mind. Malachi was a prophet of God and he has to confront the priests. “I know what He’ll say.” Malachi already knows ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Indescribable

Contributed by Richard White on Jul 16, 2009

Taken from the Louis Giglio video of the same title put in sermon form. We worship and awesome, universe making, star breathing GoD

Indescribable What we are about to do this morning is show you something that changed my thinking. It changed the way I look at the universe, God and myself. It happened at Church Camp a few weeks ago. It is my hope it will have the same effect on you today. Today we are going to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory In Jesus Sermon Iii: True Believers Have Nothing To Fear Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 2, 2020

Choices in life define us in the present and determine our future. Choosing God's Way followed by a life that is true and striving to please Him in all that we do guarantees the believer no separation from God our Father.

TRUE BELIEVERS HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR EXCEPT FEAR ITSELF Remember that famous declaration made on June 8, 1941 to the American people: “We have nothing to fear except fear itself”. In his “Declaration of War” speech to Congress ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28-39

True Treasure Derives From God's Good Pleasure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 3, 2019

Earthly pleasure is temporary and important to God in terms of legality and morality, but true pleasure comes from God our Father who has gifted His children with the True Treasure that is SO important in terms of eternity.

“My pleasure” is an idiom I sometimes use in response to a “thank you” . . . sort of like a special way of saying “you’re welcome” but reserved for gratifying, delightful experiences which rise above the customary courtesy level . . . of just being polite. Actually to discover true pleasure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, Luke 12:32, Ephesians 1:9, Philippians 2:13

Liberated By Truth: The Path To True Freedom John 8:31-32 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024

In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and transforms our lives.

Liberated by Truth: The Path to True Freedom In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, James 1:22, John 8:32, John 8:31, Galatians 5:1, John 8:12, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Stand For The One True God - 1 Kings 18:27 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 11, 2025

"Go! And..." series, we look at a dramatic and bold moment in Scripture—a story of courage, faith, and truth. Our text is from 1 Kings 18:27, where Elijah stands against the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel

Go! And Stand for the One True God - 1 Kings 18:27 Introduction Today, in our "Go! And..." series, we look at a dramatic and bold moment in Scripture—a story of courage, faith, and truth. Our text is from 1 Kings 18:27, where Elijah stands against the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:27, Isaiah 44:9-10, 1 Kings 18:36-38, Jeremiah 32:17, 1 Kings 18:39, Psalm 95:6-7, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Love Is Standing Against Evil, Standing For truth Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 7, 2024

True Love is Standing Against Evil, Standing for Truth.

In today's society, the concept of love is often misunderstood as tolerance or compromise, especially when it comes to evil. However, true love is not about accepting or condoning wrongdoing, but rather about standing firm against it while still extending compassion and kindness. In a world ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11, Romans 12:9, Romans 12:21

Daniel-The Dream He Wished Would Never Come True

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 15, 2020

Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, had a second dream that troubled him. This time, he related the dream to Daniel but Daniel knew exactly what the dream meant. After being stunned for an hour, he explained the meaning but wished the dream would never come true.

Daniel-the dream he wished would never come true Introduction: Daniel had already reviewed and interpreted one of King Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams, as related in Daniel 2. Now, perhaps some years later, the king had another dream that troubled his thoughts. He called Daniel and related the dream. When ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

10 Signs That True Gospel Of Jesus Christ Is Distorted By False Preachers. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 20, 2025

For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching...

1. Emphasis on Prosperity Over Spiritual Growth: The focus shifts from spiritual maturity and serving others to accumulating wealth and material possessions. - "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, and in their eagerness to be rich some have wandered away from the faith and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3

All That God Has Done, He Has Done In True Judgement

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 28, 2025

Let’s not cluck our tongues at these sinful Israelites; we and our culture are just as guilty.

Friday of the 26th Week in Course 2025 There are days when it is helpful to us, reading Scripture, to be reminded of what Bible the early Christians used in the congregations in Rome, Greece, Egypt and Asia Minor. The Roman empire at that time still used Greek for many purposes; Latin was the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 79:1-9, Luke 10:13-16

Denomination: Catholic

Whose Story Is It?

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 9, 2018

Are the star of your own story with God playing a supporting role, or are you in a story that’s bigger than you, with God in the lead and you in the supporting role?

Bill Clem opens his book, Disciple, with two scenarios. One has to do with a couple of guys who are theater majors in college, and they grow impatient with all the hoops they have to jump through to finish their degree. They just want to be producing plays and directing and acting in them. So, one ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Final Gift Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 26, 2009

This message looks at the gift of the Marys on the morning of the resurrection. This is the third part of a stewardship series.

They came in the dark. In the cold of early morning. They had come to give. The others had taken, but they only wanted to give. There would be no reward. No recognition. No return. They were giving out of love. After all what could Jesus give back? He was dead. What could a dead man ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Angle From Above

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Easter Sunday morning sermon about the angle we look down on the cross

Background to passage: There were a lot of things to clean up for the Apostle Paul in the Corinthian church. Evidently there were some within the church who were teaching that there was no resurrection of the dead. Paul knows this is at the center of the Christian faith, for as he said, “But if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Surely Not

Contributed by Edgar Mayer on Nov 19, 2000

A sermon on Luke 20:9-19 preached in a Sunday morning worship setting.

Meditation on Luke 20:9-19; Pastor Edgar Mayer; Wilsonton/Glencoe Parish; 29.3.98; 5th Lent "Heavenly Father, in this time of Lent help us to confront our shortcomings before you. Amen." Surely Not! We know that Australia has its share of corrupt politicians. That's not especially new and we ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran