Sermons on Umbrella Effect:

Holding On To God's Plan And Persevering In Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on perseverance in marriage..

As Christians, we believe that marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God. In Genesis 2:24, it is written, "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh." However, we also know that marriage can be challenging, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Psalm 128:1-4

The Beauty Of Godly Marriage Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the beauty of Godly marriage, its biblical foundations, and the principles that make it thrive.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, and it is a beautiful reflection of His love and character. In the Bible, marriage is described as a union between a man and a woman, designed to bring joy, companionship, and fulfillment to both partners. In this sermon, we will explore the beauty ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, Matthew 6:14-15

A Modern-Day Reflection On Job's So-Called Comforters Or Friends. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2025

In the biblical account of Job, we find a poignant example of how friends can sometimes exacerbate our suffering instead of alleviating it.

In the biblical account of Job, we find a poignant example of how friends can sometimes exacerbate our suffering instead of alleviating it. Job's three friends, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, came to comfort him in his time of need, but instead, they ended up criticizing and judging him (Job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39

Breaking Family Curses Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 9, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical concept of family curses, provide examples from Scripture, and offer practical steps to break these curses.

Family curses can be a heavy burden to carry, affecting our lives and the lives of our loved ones. But as believers, we have the power to break free from these curses and live a life of freedom and blessing. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical concept of family curses, provide examples ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-14, 1 Kings 11:1-13

The Judged Man

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 11, 2025

In the face of gross sin in others, the tendency may be to see none of it in ourselves.

In the face of gross sin in others, the tendency may be to see none of it in ourselves. We try to deceive ourselves, but this possibility of deception is removed when we face this scripture. Chapter 1, natural creation of the world and natural character of man. In chapter 2, it is no longer a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Christ-Like Controversy: Do You Have The Guts To Be Unpopular?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time.

There are many challenges in serving Christ, but dare you be unpopular for Christ? This is the challenge we face from time to time. But, many a time, we come across a moment, when we are called to be unpopular for Christ, and we sidestep it. But there is no honor in such a thing, to sidestep ...read more

Scripture: John 7:43

Denomination: Salvation Army

Visionary View: What Happens When Your Focus Is On God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023

When our focus is on God, our lives are transformed. We become reflections of His glory, experience His peace, and find freedom from anxiety.

"Visionary View: What Happens When Your Focus is on God" Explore the transformative power of focusing our hearts and minds on our Heavenly Father. As always, we turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible. 1. The Power of Focus: Let's begin with a foundational truth from the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:25, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Servitude Trumps Corruption

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2023

For a priest or Levite, Malachi’s accusation that they had “corrupted the covenant of Levi” was just about the worst word he could throw at them.

Thirty-first Sunday in Course 2023 Today the Church gives us a snippet from St. Paul’s first letter to Thessalonika, and it echoes the sentiment of our psalm. The psalmist assumes an attitude we should all aspire to: “O Lord, my heart is not haughty, my eyes not lifted high; I busy myself not with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-13, Matthew 23:1-12, Malachi 1:8-10, Philippians 2:3

Denomination: Catholic

Gifts And Laws And Pharisees

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 2, 2022

Many gifts but only One Source.

Saturday of 22nd Week in Course When somebody asks me how I am, I almost always answer, “grateful.” One of the big reasons I do that is what St. Paul teaches in our epistle today: “What do you have that you did not receive?” I know that any talent or other asset I have is a divine gift. And any ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:10, Luke 6:1-5, Psalm 145:17-21, 1 Corinthians 4:6-15

Denomination: Catholic

Ingrafted Branches Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 9, 2022

This passage describes how Israelites the old branches of unbelieving Jews are cut off, and the new branches of Gentile believers have been grafted into the root.

Romans 11:11-24 Gentiles as ingrafted branches This passage describes how Israelites hardened in their unbelief in Christ. It has created an opportunity for Gentile Christians to be ingrafted into God's figurative olive tree. The old branches of unbelieving Jews are cut off, and the new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

Why Should I Believe In Jesus?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022

Why should we believe that Jesus is really real and alive? Well there are several good reasons to believe this.

Why should we believe that Jesus is really real and alive? Well there are several good reasons to believe this. Once again we can mention how Christianity rapidly spread from Jerusalem and into the ancient Roman empire, being preached by the same disciples who fled into hiding after Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:6, Galatians 1:23

Denomination: Salvation Army

Submit To Authorities Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2022

One thing that is clear in his thinking and interpretation of Paul regarding authority is that Subjects are subjected to the laws and regulations of the authorities. The authorities are subjected to the laws and regulations of God.

Romans 13:01-07 Submission to Authorities 1. World Authorities (Romans 13:1-3) St. Paul wrote that no governing authority exists without the establishment of God. The days of Paul were witnessed by the kingdoms, emperors, armies, and rulers. He would like to approve that those kingdoms and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Lame Man Healed.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 14, 2022

The third significant sign in the Gospel of John.

THE LAME MAN HEALED. John 5:1-18. THE NEED (John 5:1-5). A man who had had an infirmity for 38 years lay by the Spa of Bethesda. So did many other people, each with challenges of their own. There was nothing special about this man as opposed to anyone else. DIVINE SELECTION (John 5:6). Then ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

After Happily Ever Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 13, 2021

Some of you may think the church’s marital code is hopelessly outdated and irrelevant for today. Many believe the enduring myth that cohabitation works as a sort of trial marriage. The stats tell us that cohabitation actually becomes a trial divorce.

If you’ve ever read The Little Mermaid story or watched the Disney version, you might think this is every woman’s fantasy. It’s a wonderful, romantic fairy tale of a beautiful girl falling in love with a handsome, rich and dashing prince, overcoming insurmountable odds to be together with a story ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nothing

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 19, 2021

Nothing is impossible with God

One of the most effective ways to study our Bible is by word studies. Nothing. Matthew 27:19-24; 1 Corinthians 13:2; 9:16; 2 Corinthians 6:10; Acts 4:21 I. There is a “Nothing” in our Activity, in our Christian Service. 1. Christian service. Philippians 2:3 2. Matthew 5:9, “blessed are the peace ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3, Philippians 4:6, Luke 1:37, Revelation 3:17

Denomination: Baptist