Sermons on Youth Empowerment:

The Vanishing Father

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 11, 2025

There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:6, Isaiah 3:12, Proverbs 20:7, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, 1 Corinthians 4:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sis."annie Mae

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Nov 10, 2024

A story of faith and courage

Once upon a time, in a small village nestled between rolling hills, lived a woman namedSis. Anna Mae. Sis.Anna Mae was an Afro-American woman known for her strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit. She filled her days with hard work, tending to her modest home and caring for her two children, ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 3, 2023

The Comforter has come, so you must give Him place in your life and let Him be all He wants to be. He is on a divine mission to get a Bride ready for Jesus.

The Holy Spirit: Our Comforter Study Text: John 14: 15 - 17 Introduction: - Jesus knew we needed the Holy Ghost, but He had to go away before the Spirit could come to us. John 16:7 - Jesus knew how important the coming of the Comforter would be to people, and you must understand that as ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Love: Living For Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 6, 2024

In 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us explore this scripture together and discover how embracing Christ's love can lead to a life lived for His sake.

Transformed by Love: Living for Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths found in 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. In these verses, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, John 3:16, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 16:16, Galatians 2:20, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Struggle Of Effective Ministers (Col. 2:1–7) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Jan 19, 2015

Exposition of Col. 2:1–7

The Struggle of Effective Ministers “I want you to know how much I am struggling for you and for those at Laodicea, and for all who have not met me personally. My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship

Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 17, 2001

People need to hear the Word of God and then they need to be taught the Word of God.

Discipleship Intro- Are You Comfortable. I. Paul’s’ exposition (Romans 10:12-18). He expounds upon the Great Commission. People need to hear the Word of God and then they need to be taught the Word of God. People will not know the Word of God if someone does not approach them with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

Recognizing The Work Of The Holy Spirit In A Person. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who dwells in the hearts of believers, guiding, empowering, and transforming them.

Holy Spirit is the Sanctifier, the Helper, Comforter, the Giver of graces, he who leads persons to the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is credited with inspiring believers and allowing for them to interpret all the sacred scripture, and leads prophets both in Old Testament and New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, John 16:8-11, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:16  (view more)  (view less)

Fly High - Acts Part 4

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2006

The book of Acts was written to show what God can do with ordinary people who are filled with the Holy Spirit.

Fly High – Acts part 4 On the lighter side of life: The Secret Service is preparing to issue a cease-and-desist order to stop a Christian ministry’s use of a gospel tract designed as a "million-dollar bill," after someone tried to deposit one of them into a bank account, reports WorldNetDaily. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"I'd Rather Have Jesus"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 11, 2003

Many people are searching for life. They are asking, "Why am I here?" "What is life all about?" The problem is they’re searching in the wrong places. Only Jesus has the answer.

“I’d Rather Have Jesus” John 14:1-7 A couple weeks ago I was talking to a young father and mother with a four year old in their home. He designs computer chips and chip boards in his home as an independent contractor. In our discussion I made reference to the uniqueness of Jesus Christ and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Christmas Is Coming To Town!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 9, 2009

Preparations necessary for Christmas celebrations.

Introduction: A pastor received a Christmas card with a note in it, from a lady in his congregation. He said she was very complimentary about his preaching and compared him with Chuck Swindoll. She finished by writing, "I think you are one of the really great preachers of all time." Later that day, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Equipped To Serve Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 10, 2018

23rd in the Ephesians series dealing with body life.

“Equipped to Serve” Ephesians 4:7-16 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Walk in Unity 1. Exhortation to united walk worthy of our calling 1 2. Characteristics of a united worthy walk 2-3 3. Unifying factors of the church 4-6 1. ONE BODY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Strategy For Satan’s Finest Hour-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 14, 2019

2 of ? God furnished, to the apostle John, a picture of Satan’s finest hour. Those who trust Scripture are furnished a clear picture of Satan’s end time strategy. What strategies will mark Satan’s last days? Satan’s strategy for his finest hour Turns...

The STRATEGY For SATAN’s FINEST HOUR--A-II—Revelation 13:1-18 Attention: Those Poor Alligators! At the zoo one day when a woman began frantically running around the alligator habitat. She was holding her head in both hands desperate as to what to do. Screaming hysterically, she ran up to a man ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by George Rennau on Sep 26, 2006

God’s Spirit and God’s word always agree. In spite of someone experience we have to follow the WORD.

THE BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT THIS MORNING I WANT TO TALK WITH YOU ABOUT GOD’S EMPOWERING PRESENCE Some of the thoughts I will Share were inspired by Dr. George Wood AS a Pentecostal… I believe that the Holy Spirit Empowers US 1. deepening our worship to the lord by giving us a language of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Frustration

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

Working with frustration is a key factor in turning our potential into something actual

Divine Frustration – Psalm 139:23-24 Intro.: A few weeks ago, I touched on the issue of God ordained frustration and said that I would go more in depth another day. Today is that day. I will also again touch on how we need to turn “potential” into “actual”, specifically in reference to words of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Plan For Revival

Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 2, 2008

Revival will come when certain conditions are met.

GOD’S PLAN FOR REVIVAL Haggai 1:1-15 August 31, 2008 1. Idolatry & Immorality brought judgment of God a. 70 Yrs. Exile – slavery & unprofitable labor b. God caused Cyrus King of Babylon release c. 538 issued decree – All who wanted to go home i. less than 50k or 1 out of 6 answered ii. ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist