Sermons on Unfolding:

Inward Truth

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message deals with the importance of living in spiritual truth

I. "BEHOLD, THOU DESIREST TRUTH IN THE INWARD PARTS" A. The fifty-first Psalm unfolds: 1. The deep penance of David 2. He traces his backsliding to his outward rituals and a lack of inward sincerity B. He realizes: 1. That God desires truth in the heart, and not just lip service - Is 29:13 2. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:26, Isaiah 1:6, Psalm 38:3, Romans 7:14-24, John 3:7, John 8:32, Romans 6:16, Matthew 15:19, Zechariah 4:6, 1 Corinthians 15:31, 1 Corinthians 15:50, Jeremiah 17:9, Philippians 3:13-15, Matthew 23:28, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Revelation 3:14-17, Matthew 6:5, 1 Samuel 15:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, 1 Chronicles 29:17, 2 Kings 20:3, Psalm 51:1-7, Isaiah 29:13, Psalm 51:6, Psalm 51:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Second Coming

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 23, 2021

How do we react to signs of the end of the age? How would Jesus encourage us to act regarding prophecy? Let's examine principles from Jesus’ prophecy in Luke 21:25-36.

Prelude How do we react to signs of the end of the age? Purpose: How would Jesus encourage us to act regarding prophecy? Plan: Let's examine principles from Jesus’ prophecy in Luke 21:25-36. Distress “And there will be signs in the sun, in the moon, and in the stars; and on the earth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Baptist

Count Your Blessings

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Nov 29, 2021

When you count your blessings, it means you’re being grateful. It helps you recognise and admit God’s favour and mercies even over little things in life, that would’ve possibly been overlooked.

When you count your blessings, it means you’re being grateful. It helps you recognise and admit God’s favour and mercies even over little things in life, that would’ve possibly been overlooked. It makes you more and more positive and optimistic. Simply because, you can’t be pessimistic and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2, Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Charismatic

Watch Out And Take Heed.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 25, 2022

The bookends to this excerpt of Scripture underline the need to be on our guard.

WATCH OUT AND TAKE HEED. Mark 13:9-23. 1. Testimony and Martyrdom. Mark 13:9-13. Jesus warned His disciples that they would face arrests, persecution, interrogation by the synagogue authorities, imprisonment, arraignment before kings and governors – and all because they bore His name. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful And Mighty: Trusting In The God Of Truth Jeremiah 32:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024

In Jeremiah 32:17 (NLT), we encounter a declaration of God's faithfulness and might—a truth that has the power to transform our lives. Let us explore the transformative impact of trusting in the God of truth who is both faithful and mighty.

Faithful and Mighty: Trusting in the God of Truth Introduction: In Jeremiah 32:17 (NLT), we encounter a declaration of God's faithfulness and might—a truth that has the power to transform our lives. Let us explore the transformative impact of trusting in the God of truth who is both faithful ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17, Lamentations 3:22-23, Isaiah 40:28, Romans 8:38-39, Jeremiah 31:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Easter Vigil/Easter Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 25, 2019

"To ransom a slave you gave away your Son.” So great a Redeemer!

Credit for this sermon largely comes from Dynamic Preaching magazine! 1). Here's a line from the Exsultet, the powerful hymn of praise and thanksgiving that we just heard (at the Easter Vigil): “This is the night, when Jesus broke the chains of death and rose triumphant from the grave.” At ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Catholic

Simon Of Cyrene - From Bystander To Cross-Bearer

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 19, 2024

Today, we explore the remarkable story of Simon of Cyrene, the man who transitioned from being a mere bystander to bearing the cross of Jesus. His encounter with Christ teaches us about the transformative power of obedience and presence.

Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Simon’s story is found in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Let’s take a closer look at who he was and what we can learn from his remarkable encounter with Jesus. Simon was from Cyrene, a city located in the northern part ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21, Matthew 27:3, Luke 23:26, Acts 2:10, Acts 11:20, Acts 13:1  (view more)  (view less)

Revelation 16:1-7 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025

Revelation 16:1-7

Revelation 16:1-7 First Three Bowls Last week in chapter 15 we were given John's revelation of the sanctuary of the tent of witness in heaven, and in this tent were the seven angel's with the seven bowls of wrath, one of the four living creatures - and God Himself. This scene sets the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 16:1-7

Denomination: Bible Church

Children, Parents; Servants, Masters.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 2, 2024

Doing all as to the Lord.

CHILDREN, PARENTS; SERVANTS, MASTERS. Ephesians 6:1-9. We are continuing to unfold the practical implications of ‘Submitting yourselves one to another in the fear of God’ (Ephesians 5:21). Children are exhorted to obey their parents “in the Lord” (EPHESIANS 6:1). The first reason given is, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Small Obstacles For Greater Heights SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores how minor hindrances can prevent us from reaching our full potential in life and in our spiritual journey. It delves into the story of Achan and his actions at Jericho.

Moving to the Next Level Today, we will explore the concept of moving to a higher level in life and in our relationship with God. Often, it is the little things that hold us back from reaching our full potential. We will examine the story of Achan and his actions at the city of Jericho. Life is a ...read more

Topics: Temptation, Resisting Temptation

Jesus Raised The Dead Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Mar 5, 2002

If you would like to see God working in your life, believe what he says and act upon that belief.

Introduction: Have you ever wondered why God does not do things the way that you would do them? Why is it that he is never in a hurry or pressed by the urgency of the hour? In this account, Jesus Christ continued about his business after being given the news that his friend Lazarus was very ill. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Was With Joseph

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Nov 6, 2001

God is there for me in the midst of daily concerns.

THE LORD WAS WITH JOSEPH Genesis 39: 2, 3, 21, 23 - "The Lord was with Joseph …" A ’buzz’ word of society these days is the word ’dysfunctional’. It is a word that covers a multitude of issues and problems that beset people with communities and families. If there was ever a family that could be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

Turn On The Lights

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 7, 2003

The greatest weapon we have in our fight against the enemy is to maintain an honest heart before God. Discover two keys to living honestly before God.

Turn on the Light March 2003 · Our relationship with God is never static – it is always advancing, always changing, and hopefully getting richer, deeper and more intimate. · How do we take the next step? How do we get to the level of relationship and ministry we desire? How do we see the New ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-4, John 3:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David Faces Goliath

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 21, 2003

Facing our fears with faith

David Faces Goliath 1 Samuel 17 Purpose Statement: To encourage the congregation to face their fears with faith. Introduction Have you ever been terrified? Have you ever been afraid of something that you didn’t know what to do about? That’s what I want to talk about in this message. Facing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday – My Way Or The High Way

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Mar 14, 2008

Just as the crowds praised and then a few days later crucified Jesus. We must be a people that "stays the course" and follows Jesus as Lord, not as a "quick fix" for our problems.

Palm Sunday – My Way or the High Way – Luke 19:29-48 Intro.: These religious leaders think the whole world has gone after Jesus because of the crowds waving their palm branches as Jesus entered the city. But despite the number of people around that day, no one seemed to grasp the magnitude of what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-48

Denomination: Charismatic