Sermons on Validation:

Why I Believe In The Resurection

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 15, 2018

The necessity of the resurrection for salvation

WHY I BELIEVE (in the Resurrection) SCRIPTURE: I Cor 15:12-22 INTRODUCTION: Is it Important to Believe in the Resurrection? The Resurrection of Jesus is the foundation fact on which Christianity is built. Clarence Larkin pg 129 "Rightly Dividing the Word" There is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thomas: My Favorite Apostle

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 31, 2022

The apostle Thomas gets the short end of the stick when we read about him and his "doubts" in the Gospel of John. He is more like you and I than we want to admit, and his story affirms it.

When we read of where Jesus chose the Twelve men who would be known as the Apostles, we need to step back for a moment and realize that these men were ordinary working -class, salt-of-the-earth, rough around the edge individuals who had jobs ranging from catching fish to collecting taxes to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:3, Mark 3:18, Luke 6:15, John 11:16, John 14:5, John 20:24-28, John 21:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

New Year 2023: Ask, And It Will Be Given To You!

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 8, 2023

Some argue that we don't need to express our desires to God because He already knows what we want without us saying it. Some think that without asking, God will give us what we need. What does the Bible teach about expressing our wishes to God or asking God to provide us with our desires?

What are your hopes and wishes for 2023? Some hope this year will be healthier or no new diseases will emerge. Some hope to meet God soon because of their old age and weaker body condition. Like Tante Christine, she expressed her desire to move on from life in this world during our visit. On Dec. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, Matthew 9:38, Luke 18:1-8, John 16:24, James 4:2, Genesis 25:21, Genesis 22:17, Matthew 6:25-31, Matthew 6:11, Philippians 4:6, Mark 11:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Baptism Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 9, 2023

Based on Romans 6:3-4 - Helps hearers understand the reasons for baptism, the requirement for baptism, & the readiness for baptism.

“WHY DO WE DO THAT? – BAPTISM” Romans 6:3-4 FBCF – 1/8/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – 3 yr-old girl, Rena, sat w/ family during a baptismal service in a church. New experience for her. Asked, “Why did he push that guy in the water? Why, Daddy, why?” Wife tried to explain briefly & quietly in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-4, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

(We All Have Something To Shout About In 2017 ( New Years Eve)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 30, 2017

AS WE COME TO THE END OF 2016 AND ON THE THRESHOLD OF 2017 IT`S IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND THAT WE ALL HAVE SOMETHING TO SHOUT ABOUT BECAUSE WHEN WE REFLECT BACK ON THE DAYS OF OUR LIVES IN 2016

Mark 10:46-52 (NIV) Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (that is, the Son of Timaeus), was sitting by the roadside begging. [47] When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, "Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

9 Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

The nine gifts of the Holy Spirit are powerful tools God gives to believers for the purpose of building His kingdom here on earth.

9 GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:11-13, James 1:17 INTRODUCTION: The Holy Spirit is God’s divine presence given to believers to empower, equip, and guide them for effective service in the body of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Absalom's Rebellion (2 Samuel 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 12, 2025

Was there a Judas like person in the Old Testament? Let's begin in 2 Samuel 15.

Can reconciliation be abused? Do people abuse Christ's act of reconciliation on the cross? Will there be tares among the wheat, wolves among the sheep? Are forgiveness and trust separate issues? Let’s begin in 2 Samuel 15. Did Absalom respect his father’s reconciliation or plot a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection And Its Effects Foretold Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 18, 2024

Jesus revealed and proclaimed the resurrection and its effects on the world.

Tonight’s passage is one that lays out more than man could ever imagine. Jesus revealed and proclaimed the resurrection and its effects on the world. We will break this passage down into 7 segments tonight. READ 16-19. The resurrection of Jesus perplexes people. Here Jesus predicts His death ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I?

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 26, 2025

A sermon about identity.

“Who Am I?” Luke 9:28-43 Jenny Caughman wrote a mid-week devotion for this past Wednesday that got me thinking. If you missed it, you might want to go back and have a look. If you don’t get the mid-week devotions sent to you by the church and you would like to, please add your email address in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-43

Denomination: United Methodist

God’s People’s Response To His Judgment Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 16, 2025

God’s judgment will fall upon the whole Earth, but His city is kept within His protection; a place reserved & provided for by Him! It is a place that is guarded (walls and gates), with access only through one way: Jesus!

Isaiah, Part 10 God’s People’s Response to His Judgment Isaiah 24:1-23, Isaiah 25:1-12, and Isaiah 26:1-6 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons! We are so glad that you’ve chosen to worship with us - Last week, we saw the future punishment of Satan, and the hope it does bring -- REALIZE: If God ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 24:1-23, Isaiah 25:1-12, Isaiah 26:1-6, John 15:1-4, Revelation 21:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Harvest Is Plentiful Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 17, 2025

This is the 36th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#36] THE HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL Luke 10:1-16 Introduction: As Jesus looked out over the fields ready for harvest, He saw not just rows of ripe grain but countless souls eager for the message of salvation. The image of a bountiful harvest reminds us that God's ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Proclaim The Risen Saviour - 1 Corinthians 15:3–8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2025

For the early church, the resurrection was not just a doctrine—it was the very evidence that Jesus Christ was who He said He was: the Son of God, the Saviour of the world.

Go! And Proclaim the Risen Saviour 1 Corinthians 15:3–8 (NLT) 1 Corinthians 15:3–8 (NLT): “I passed on to you what was most important and what had also been passed on to me. Christ died for our sins, just as the Scriptures said. He was buried, and he was raised from the dead on the third day, just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 5:8, Matthew 27:59-60, Romans 6:4, Psalm 16:10, John 11:25-26, Acts 1:3, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, 1 Peter 3:18, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On The Legitimacy Of Inshallah

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 14, 2025

Hope is said to be a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen.

Christine Evangelou a British-born motivational coach, writer, author and poet once remarked: “Change is supremely inconvenient, uncomfortable and naturally scary. Yet we only move through life through the process of change, reinvention and renewal, and so bravery is our quintessential rebel for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13, Hebrews 11:1, Romans 12:12, Romans 15:4

Sermon On A Bridge Too Far

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 2, 2025

"A bridge too far" is an idiom for an ambitious plan that is considered too demanding to succeed.

George Herbert, a British poet and orator once remarked: “He that cannot forgive others, breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass if he would ever reach heaven; for everyone has need to be forgiven.” Luke 14:28-30 reminds us: “For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:2, James 4:13-15, Ecclesiastes 5:2-3, Mark 11:25

Hold Your Position

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Jan 2, 2026

A Prophetic Word for Women in Leadership

"'Certainly I will go with you,' said Deborah. 'But because of the course you are taking, the honor will not be yours, for the LORD will deliver Sisera into the hands of a woman.'"— Judges 4:9 (NIV) The Divine Summons The Spirit of God is speaking to His daughters in ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:9

Denomination: Methodist