Sermons on Within:

The Epiphany Of The Lord-- The Divine Light Within

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 31, 2021

The only evidence the Magi had as they entered the shabby surroundings of a manger was that this baby was being shined on by a star.

I saw a comic strip recently about the star that guided the magi from the east. The star is nervous and sweating while placing a desperate 911 call, saying: “Operator, these three men on camels have been following me all night! I stop, they stop. I go, they go. I’m so scared….” The epiphany is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Eleutheria - Freedom Within Part 1 Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Jul 28, 2021

Did you know that in the ancient world, just before the time of Christ that nearly 90% of the population was in some form of slavery? By the time of Christ that number was still around two-thirds. Freedom was longed for.

NOTES ELEUTHERIA freedom within – part 1 Romans 5:1-11 Series Verse But now you are free from the power of sin and have become slaves of God. Now you do those things that lead to holiness and result in eternal life. Romans 6:22 (NLT) He was handed over to die because of our sins, and he was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Other

Awakening The Mighty Warrior Within You

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 30, 2025

There is a mighty warrior within you waiting to be awakened. God has placed His power inside you, but it is up to you to rise up and walk in that authority.

AWAKENING THE MIGHTY WARRIOR WITHIN YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 6:12 Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 1:7, Philippians 4:13, 1 John 4:4, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10-12 INTRODUCTION Many believers today live far below their God-given potential because they do not recognise the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

An Enemy Within (1 Samuel 18)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 14, 2025

How often do we find an enemy who is close to us? Let's look at 1 Samuel 18.

Will faithful servants of God have enemies even from within? How should we treat them? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 18. Did Jonathan and David become the best of friends? As soon as he had finished speaking to Saul, the soul of Jonathan was knit to the soul of David, and Jonathan loved him as his own ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Ye Judge Them That Are Within?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jun 13, 2024

Someone says, “Do not judge lest ye be judged.” Another says, “You cannot judge me. The Bible says not to judge.” yet Apostle Paul says, “Do not ye judge them that are within?” 1 Cor. 5:12.

Someone says, “Do not judge lest ye be judged.” Another says, “You cannot judge me. The Bible says not to judge.” yet Apostle Paul says, “Do not ye judge them that are within?” 1 Cor. 5:12. What is the consistency of the Bible concerning judging? Are we to not judge anything? Are we to judge some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8, Romans 1:18, Romans 1:28-32, Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soaring High: Embracing The Eagle Within SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God likens believers to eagles, creatures designed to dwell in high places. As believers, we are born to overcome and reach great heights. We are made for the high places.

Today, we will explore the beautiful analogy that God uses to compare believers to eagles. Just as eagles are born to live in the high places, all believers are born to be overcomers. You were made for the high places, my friend. "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Character, Overcoming

Corruption From Within (Acts 5) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

This is an exposition of the Ananias and Saphira passage

INTRODUCTION: Bruce Olsen, a single American, (his fine book is Bruchko), has in effect become a Motilone Indian, of South America. He was taken hostage by communist Guerillas in the late 1980s. He taught the communists to read with the beautitudes. The recognized that the kingdom of God was ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Advocate Within: Embracing The Power Of The Spirit

Contributed by Mark Zorn on Sep 16, 2025

When Jesus promised His disciples an Advocate, He gave them—and us—the assurance that His presence would never leave.

Introduction: A Transformative Promise Pentecost is more than a commemoration of the Spirit descending on the disciples in Jerusalem; it is the celebration of a living promise that continues to shape our lives. When Jesus promised His disciples an Advocate, He gave them—and us—the assurance that ...read more

Scripture: John 14:8-17, John 14:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are In Christ And Christ Is Within Us

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 2, 2025

The Bible in several locations mentions we are IN CHRIST as believers. • Galatians 3:26 • I Peter 5:14 • Romans 8:1 • Colossians 3:3

What does this mean we are IN CHRIST? Because we cannot stand in these sinful mortal bodies before a holy God of heaven, He has to clothe us in the sinless body of Christ. • In II Cor. 5:21 when we accept His sacrifice on our behalf, that is we give Him our filthy righteous and He gives us His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Beware Of False Prophets--Without And Within" Series

Contributed by Frederick Davison on Aug 10, 2003

Beware of False Prophets--Proclamation and Application in Preparation for the Holy Communion

“Beware of False Prophets—Without and Within” Jeremiah 23.16-29; Romans 8.12-17; St. Matthew 7.15-23 the Sunday Sermon preached for the Eighth Sunday after Trinity at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church—UAC by the Rev. Frederick E. Davison, Pastor August 10, 2003 X X X Grace, Mercy, and Peace ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:16-29, Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Taking Sin Seriously Within The Church

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 13, 2005

This message deals with the four biggest questions about the lost discipline of church discipline.

Taking Sin Seriously Within The Church - Answering Four Key Questions: 1. What? “The church must discipline serious sin.” - v. 3. - Many have given into the idea that we are to be completely non-judgmental, but “Judge not” is not all Jesus said on the subject. - Matthew 7:1 vs. John 7:24. - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

God's Wonderful Spirit Within Us

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

Fear gets in the way of faithful moving forward.

The Spirit Within Us- Montreal June 25, 2005 We are called on to live a life of serving that is rooted in the renewal of our whole selves, including our minds. Ro.12.1-2- favourite verses in many of our lives. Prayer is a key to this renewal of our minds. Eph.4.17-23-24- new man/new ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beyond Understanding Yet Within Reach Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 24, 2006

This is the second in a series of dialog based sermons based on A W Tozers book "The Knowledge of The Holy". It is in outline form and is intended for a contemporary dialog series or even a small group setting. This message deals with the question "What

What Is God Like? Romans 1:18-25 Pt 2 - Beyond Understanding Yet Within Reach What is God like? That’s the question that we are asking as we look into the concepts presented in A W Tozers book “The Knowledge of the Holy”. How would you respond to this statement? “Left to ourselves we tend ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

"Your Destiny Is Within Your Reach!"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Mar 26, 2007

Sermon discussing the power of reaching for your destiny...

Scripture: Phillipians 3:12-14 Title: “Your Destiny Is Within Your Reach!” I. Introduction: The one thing that really keeps us from obtaining our destiny and from going to the next level in God and that holds us back is our past. Your destiny is well within your reach!! Talk about other things ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-15, Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Greatest Battle Lies Within" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 11, 2008

A sermon about dealing with the sin of hate and revenge.

Romans 7:14-19; Romans 8:5-17 “The Battle Within” Begins with Clips from the movie: Spider-Man 3 and then the Scripture is read. By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org “Spider-Man doesn’t kill people. What happened?” Immediately after ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-19

Denomination: United Methodist