Sermons on What God Has Joined Together:

The Deceitful Heart And Unmasking Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 26, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its consequences, and the biblical guidance for overcoming this insidious trap.

The Bible warns us that our hearts are "deceitful above all things" (Jeremiah 17:9). This sobering truth reveals the propensity of our inner selves to distort reality, leading us down a path of self-deception. In this sermon, we'll explore the mechanisms of self-deception, its ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9

Visionary View: Share The Gospel Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023

Be ambassadors of Christ, carrying the message of salvation to those who desperately need it. In doing so, you fulfil a divine calling and bring glory to our King.

Sermon Title: "Visionary View: Share the Gospel" Dear brothers and sisters, Today, we gather to explore the profound responsibility and privilege of sharing the Gospel, guided by the New Living Translation of the Bible. Let us begin with the words of Jesus in Mark 16:15: "And then ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lent 3 C- The Dust Of The Tabernacle’s Floor

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 19, 2022

According to Numbers 5:17, even the dust of the Tabernacle’s floor possesses spiritual properties, it was mixed into holy water.

God said, remove the sandals from your feet, you are standing on holy ground. The priests were barefoot in the Old Testament when doing the sacred rites in the Temple. At Catholic Masses in Thailand and Southern India, with great reverence, the people remove their shoes at the door. According to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15, 1 Corinthians 10:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Ups And Downs Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

Ups and Downs

Psalm 30 Ups and Downs I. From Hurting to Healing. i. The Prayer for Healing - 8 I cried to thee, O Lord; and unto the Lord I made supplication. ii. The Praise for Healing - 2 O Lord my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me. iii. The Purpose of Healing - 4 Sing unto ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Finding Salvation: A Thief's Tale SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

Exploring the profound moment of salvation experienced by the thief crucified alongside Jesus, as depicted in Luke 23:43. This sermon delves into the transformative power of faith and redemption.

Jesus was crucified between two thieves. One of the thieves mocked Jesus, but the other thief rebuked him. Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." Jesus answered him, "I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise" (Luke 23:42-43). In this sermon, we will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Topics: Jesus Christ, Salvation

The Hard-To-Snub Gospel

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 3, 2008

Paul said to Titus - "Speak these things, exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no one despise you". But if you do these things, isn’t it a given that you will be despised or snubbed?

I. INTRODUCTION A. Question: Paul’s letter to Titus telling him what to teach. Conundrum? If you exhort / rebuke with all authority, many will despise you. B. Good Questions - How many feel despised / No one listening, rejection? etc. II. DESPISE Greek = Perifroneitoo -- Compound Word 1. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

Denomination: Church Of God

Introduction To Understanding Divine Purpose

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 26, 2016

WE ARE CREATED WITH A DIVINE ASSIGNMENT ATTACHED TO US

THEME: UNDERSTANDING YOUR DIVINE LIFE PURPOSE LESSON ONE: INTRODUCTION MAIN TEXT – PROVERBS 16:1-11 1) DEFINITION Well, there are multiple interpretations of what life purpose is. It may be called a spiritual calling and it can also be seen it as a higher instruction from God. Beyond ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seven Impossible Dreams

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 1, 2010

People of today still dream of impossible dreams. The impossible dreams we refer have nothing to do with dreams like becoming prosperous, owning a house, or becoming rich and famous. There are at least seven dreams that will never come true now or forever

Intro: During prophet Jeremiah’s time, God was angry with pastors, priests and prophets in Israel who dream and prophesy of false things. These evil false prophets deceived God’s people and provoked them to rebellion. What was true in OT times is still true for today’s generation. Some dreams are ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jun 19, 2004

This is the third parable Jesus told in response to the Pharisees question about His authority in cleansing the Temple.

THE WEDDING BANQUET PARABLE – Matthew 22:1-15 This is the third parable that Jesus told in response to the Pharisees’ question about his authority. The first one of the two sons dealt with Israel’s rejection of God the Father. The parable of the vineyard dealt with the rejection of God the Son. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism

Contributed by Paul Hammons on Mar 13, 2007

Why be baptized?

Baptism; Romans 6:3-11 Spirit & Water Baptism. Why water baptism? In Acts 2:38, “Peter replied, ‘Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.’” Matthew 14:26, “And when the disciples saw ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-11

Food For The Journey

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 1, 2014

When we 'feed' on the means of grace we are not only spiritually, but also physically, fortified for the journey.

FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY. 1 Kings 19:4-8. The vengeful Queen Jezebel had the power and the authority to have the prophet Elijah executed, and let him know so (1 Kings 19:1-2). Hearing this, Elijah fled (1 Kings 19:3). There are times when flight is not so much cowardice as wisdom - and it is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can We Repay The Lord?

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

How Can We Repay The Lord?

How Can We Repay The Lord? - Psalm 116 v 1 - 14 1) Praise Him Thru Our Devotion - 116:1 I love the LORD, because he hath heard my voice and my supplications. 2 Because he hath inclined his ear unto me, therefore will I call upon him as long as I live. a) Devotion Creates A Duty To Prayer - 1 b) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

The Highway Of Life

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 6, 2020

How we need to travel down life's road.

THE HIGHWAY OF LIFE Isaiah 30: 20 And though the Lord give you the bread of adversity, and the water of affliction, yet shall not thy teachers be removed into a corner any more, but thine eyes shall see thy teachers: 21 And thine ears shall hear a word behind ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Burial & Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 12, 2020

7th message in a 7 sermon Easter series. Jesus really did die and really did rise from the dead.

Journey to the Resurrection Burial & Resurrection April 12, 2020 Morning Service Easter 2020 Series Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus really did die and really did rise from the dead. Focus Passage: Matthew 27:57-66, 28:1-15 Supplemental Passage: Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66, Matthew 28:1-15, John 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Bones Of Joseph Memorial Day

Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 29, 2022

Memorial Day: A Day for Remembering Originally for remembering those who died in military service Now we remember all loved ones The Value of Remembering Loved Ones Who Have Died The lessons learned from them

The Bones of Joseph Exodus 13:19 I. Introduction A. Memorial Day: A Day for Remembering 1. Originally for remembering those who died in military service 2. Now we remember all loved ones B. The Value of Remembering Loved ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:19

Denomination: Baptist