Sermons on What Is Revival:

From Basket To Blessings Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 28, 2025

With a quick review we know that Saul has spent three (3) years in the desert and has returned to Damascus. His boldness in the Gospel message has not diminished but in fact has increased.

“From Basket To Blessings” Acts 9:23-28 With a quick review we know that Saul has spent three (3) years in the desert and has returned to Damascus. Galatians 1:17-18 “Neither went I up to Jerusalem to them which were apostles before me; but I went into Arabia, and returned again unto Damascus. 18 ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Stirring Up The Gifts Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

God has deposited unique gifts in every believer, but these gifts must be stirred up and used for His glory. If we neglect them, we risk spiritual stagnation and missing out on divine opportunities.

STIRRING UP THE GIFTS OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:6 "Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands." Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Peter 4:10, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

No Shortcuts

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 29, 2025

Christ endured His temptations because there was no shortcut to glory and our redemption.

No Shortcuts Luke 4:1-13 Matthew 4:1-11 (Three categories 1 John 2:16): • Stones to Bread (Lust of the flesh) • Kingdoms of the Earth (Lust of the eye) • Pinnacle of the Temple (Pride of life) I. Turning Stones to Bread A. Memorial Stones – Joshua 4:4-8 (ESV) 4 Then Joshua called the twelve men ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joy In The Midst Of Heaviness Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Oct 14, 2025

This sermon explains the Christian paradox of experiencing profound joy—rooted in our eternal salvation—while simultaneously enduring temporary and purposeful seasons of sorrow and trials.

Introduction: A Heavenly Paradox To the world, joy and sorrow are opposites. They are like oil and water; they cannot mix. You are either happy, or you are sad. The presence of one means the absence of the other. The goal of modern life, it seems, is to construct a life so comfortable, so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

Good Riddance To Bad Rubbish

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Oct 20, 2025

Sin is bad rubbish. It is not only bad rubbish, it is the filthiest rubbish there is.

TEXT: ISAIAH 30:20-23 (NLT) "Though the Lord gave you adversity for food and suffering for drink, he will still be with you to teach you. You will see your teacher with your own eyes. Your own ears will hear him. Right behind you a voice will say, 'This is the way you should go,' ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:20-23, Isaiah 64:6, Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is Good Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the 9th sermon in the series.

GOD IS GOOD PSALM 119:65-72 INTRODUCTION A. David said that God is good, and He does good (v. 68). B. Good people sometimes struggle to reconcile the idea that God is good with the fact that good people often suffer. When they suffer, they assume God is punishing them because they are not as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:65-72

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Before God I Stand

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2023

Elisha’s life or testimony can be summed up in a single verse: “As the LORD of hosts lives, before whom I stand.”

And Elisha said, “As the Lord of hosts lives, before whom I stand, surely were it not that I regard the presence of Jehoshaphat king of Judah, I would not look at you, nor see you.” 2 Kings 3:14 Elisha’s life or testimony can be summed up in a single verse: “As the LORD of hosts lives, before whom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 3:14

My Third Year Of Ministry Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

I spent more time teaching disciples. “Come away with Me to a private place in the desert to rest awhile” (Mark 6:31). My emphasis – first year, miracles. Second year, sermons. Third year, parables/teaching.

Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. THE THIRD YEAR OF MINISTRY My Ministry First year – introduction. Second year – popularity. Third year – preparing for My death. 1. I spent more time teaching disciples. “Come away with Me to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:31, John 6:42, John 6:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Philippian Church Of Relationships Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Your character will attract and make friends. Character is habitually doing the right thing, in the right way, at the right time.

A. INTRODUCTION: THE CHURCH AT PHILIPPI 1. Philippi was the first city in Europe to be evangelize. How can this large continent be evangelized? One person at a time. 2. God’s call. “Come over to Macedonia and help us” (Acts 16:9). Who was the man? a. Jailer. b. Symbolic man. c. Luke. 3. A ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24, Acts 16:40, Proverbs 19:6, John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Expectancy Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 10, 2023

God answers faith-filled prayers. “Ask and you will receive” (Matt. 7:7). “Whatever you ask in My name, that I will do” (John 14:13).

A. INTRODUCTION: FAITH MEANS EXPECT AN ANSWER 1. The word faith is used five ways in Scriptures: a. Doctrinal faith, “Denied the faith” (1 Tim. 5:8). b. Saving faith, a verb “by grace are you saved by faith” (Eph. 2:8). c. Justifying faith, “We have been made right in God’s sight by faith” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, John 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

Jacob: A Liar And Trickster Changed By A Dream Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

Deep passionate, sacrificial faith pleases God.

A. JACOB WAS PERFECTLY IMPERFECT 1. He enticed his brother Esau to sell his family birth right (Genesis 25: 26-34). 2. He deceived his father and lied to get the family’s inheritance (Genesis 27:1-33). 3. Jacob had to run away from home. “Esau hated Jacob … ‘I will slay my brother’” (Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:26-34, Genesis 32:25-26, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

When Making A Request In Prayer Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 20, 2023

The effectiveness of prayer is based on your prayer relationship with God.

“David therefore pleaded with God for the child, and David fasted and went in and lay all night on the ground … Then on the seventh day it came to pass that the child died.” 2 Samuel 12:16, 18 “Jesus said to him, ‘If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.’ Immediately the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13-24, Mark 9:29

Denomination: Baptist

Learning God's Eternal Existence Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

God describes Himself in human functions so we can understand, distinguish, and interpret God to others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Elmer Towns, a human author, wrote this book in the first person, with God as the speaker describing Himself. Is that acceptable? 2. Be careful you don’t belittle God, or minimize Him by making God less than Almighty, the Holy One. “You thought that I was altogether like you” ...read more

Scripture: Job 27:3, Psalm 50:21, Exodus 20:3, Psalm 6:1, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God's Divine Nature Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

“God is Spirit” (John 4:24, NLT). He has all power, all knowledge, and is everywhere present at the same time.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. How could the untrained observe and describe God? a. Spirit. b. Invisible. c. Unknown. d. The source of law. e. Intelligent – designer. 2. Only God understands Himself perfectly. Why some have difficulty accepting/defining/describing God: a. No infinite ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24, 1 John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Faith At The End Of Life Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 27, 2023

Last words/actions are critical/imperative.

A. INTRODUCTION: ISAAC, JACOB, JOSEPH – HEBREWS 11:20-22 1. From father (Isaac), to grandson (Joseph), Hebrews 11 discusses their faith at the end of their lives. “When Isaac was old and turning blind” (Genesis 27:1). “Word came to Joseph, “Your father (Jacob) is failing rapidly”(Genesis 48:1). ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-22

Denomination: Baptist