Sermons on Western Spiritual History:

Faithful, Hopeful, Loving Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 19, 2020

When we reflect on the spirituality of giving we realize that we have a deep NEED to give.

October 18, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Sermon Series: “Faithful, Hopeful, Loving” Psalm 145:1-9; Philippians 1:3-11 Faithful, Hopeful, Loving Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. For the past several weeks we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 6, 2020

All spiritual advances begin with turning away from what’s hindering our obedience.

Jonah – Chapter 2 Failing Forward February 9, 2020 Jonah 2:1-6 NIV From inside the fish Jonah prayed to the Lord his God. 2 He said: “In my distress I called to the Lord, and he answered me. From deep in the realm of the dead I called for help, and you listened to my cry. 3 You hurled me into the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-6, Jonah 2:8-9, Psalm 51:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Frustration’s Shrapnel And Friendship’s Blessings Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 3, 2019

Wise people anticipate and adjust to the foolishness around them and seek out constructive, spiritual relationships

Frustration’s Shrapnel and Friendship’s Blessings (Proverbs 27:14-17) 1. Life can be frustrating. 2.A boy asks his father to explain the differences among irritation, aggravation, and frustration. Dad picks up the phone and dials a number at random. When the phone is answered he asks, "Can ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:14-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Oil Stopped Flowing.

Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 18, 2020

We are spiritual vessels and we need a higher authority (God) to empower us to fulfil destiny.

"When all the jars were full, she said to her son, “Bring me another one.” But he replied, “There is not a jar left.” Then the oil stopped flowing." When the widow came to the prophet to ask him for help, she did that because she knew she could not help herself, she believed that going ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Against Division

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jun 11, 2020

This message is about what a spiritual attack looks like and what can be done about it.

Do you remember the record where Peter rebukes Jesus for telling the disciples He was going to die in Jerusalem? Of course you do. Turn with me to Matthew 16. (21) From that time forth began Jesus to shew unto his disciples, how that he must go unto Jerusalem, and suffer many things of the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30, Matthew 16:21-23, Mark 3:24-25, Ephesians 6:11-12, Colossians 2:15, John 6:63  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Picks Up The Tab

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 10, 2018

After the feeding of the five thousand, Jesus offers a spiritual feeding: The Bread of Life and the Cup of Salvation

Weekend Message/Devotion John 6:35, 41-51 August 12, 2018 Jesus Picks Up the Tab Today’s gospel reading begins with Our Lord introducing Himself to the throngs that have followed Him, seeking more food – loaves and fishes that is. As we talked about last Sunday, Jesus recognized right away ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Billy Reese on Sep 16, 2018

The believers pattern of good works, becoming Christ like, spiritual alinement, and fulfilment of divine purpose.

THE MIND OF CHRIST You must lose your mind Philippians 2:5 2Timothy 1:7 & Romans 12:2 There is an old saying, and ancient proverb, that all of us have heard people say. Like father, like son. That is an indication that people pattern people. Paul is saying to the church at Philippi that they are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27

Denomination: Baptist

Rusted Iron

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 22, 2023

We have decided we are at peace and have no need to be sharpen for spiritual battles. We are entertainers.

"Iron shapeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of a friend. " Proverbs 27:17 I could not find a royalty free image of this verse, but they all contained an anvil, a piece of iron heated red hot and a hammer. None of the images showed anything smooth and easy like massage ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Baptist

Jehoiakim Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 2, 2022

Showing the church that the spiritual conditions in Judah closely match those of today's America

The Last 3 Kings of Judah- Jehoiakim CCCAG, Sept 18th, 2022 Scripture: 2 Kings 23:36-24:4 Have you ever trusted in the wrong person? (Feelings of betrayal) We had a discussion recently at work about trusting people. The opinions varied from “I don’t trust anyone” to “I’m by nature a trusting ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Laying On Of Hands

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

Laying on of hands is a significant biblical practice that represents the transfer of spiritual blessings, authority, healing, and empowerment.

LAYING ON OF HANDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:17 "Then laid they their hands on them, and they received the Holy Ghost." – Supporting Texts: Numbers 27:18-23, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14, Hebrews 6:1-2, James 5:14 INTRODUCTION Laying on of hands is a significant ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:17, Numbers 27:18-23, Mark 16:17-18, 1 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Reviving A Lukewarm Spirit Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

Lukewarmness is a spiritual disease that weakens a believer’s relationship with God and can lead to backsliding if not addressed.

REVIVING A LUKEWARM SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:12, Romans 12:11, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 10:38, Psalm 85:6 INTRODUCTION Lukewarmness is a dangerous spiritual condition where a believer becomes indifferent, complacent, and lacking in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15-16, Matthew 24:12, Romans 12:11, 2 Timothy 1:6, Hebrews 10:38, Psalm 85:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Reap What You Sow

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

The law of sowing and reaping is a divine principle established by God, and it governs both the natural and spiritual realms.

YOU REAP WHAT YOU SOW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:7 – “Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 9:6, Job 4:8, Proverbs 11:18, Hosea 8:7, Luke 6:38 INTRODUCTION Life operates on the principle of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7, 2 Corinthians 9:6, Job 4:8, Proverbs 11:18, Hosea 8:7, Luke 6:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

March: My Month Of Marching Into Victory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025

The month of March symbolises movement, advancement, and progress. In the spiritual realm, it represents a season of stepping into victory.

MARCH: MY MONTH OF MARCHING INTO VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 2:14 "Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place." Supporting Texts: Joshua 6:20, Isaiah 43:19, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14, Joshua 6:20, Isaiah 43:19, Romans 8:37, Exodus 14:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Supplies

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 1, 2025

God not only supplies our daily needs, but he also supplies our spiritual needs

He Supplies Philippians 4:14-19 Intro: Philippians 4:19 God is the supplier of everything we need. In writing to the Church at Philippi Paul was complementing them on how they had helped him in the past. Though them and other churches, God had met is needs. They were supporting him much ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, 1 John 4:10, Romans 5:6-10, Psalm 61:3, Psalm 71:3, Isaiah 61:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And… Prepare The Way Of The Lord - Isaiah 40:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 10, 2025

In a world filled with moral deserts and spiritual wastelands, the call remains the same: “Prepare the way for the Lord.”

Go! And… Prepare the Way of the Lord - Isaiah 40:3 By Dean Courtier Isaiah 40:3 (NLT): “Listen! It’s the voice of someone shouting, ‘Clear the way through the wilderness for the Lord! Make a straight highway through the wasteland for our God!’” Introduction: The Voice That Still Calls Today In ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-3, Malachi 3:1, Matthew 3:2-3, Luke 3:4-6, Acts 3:19, John 1:29, John 14:6, 2 Corinthians 5:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal