Sermons on 70 Years:

It's The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 18, 2017

This Christmas carol lists many things that make it the most wonderful time of the year. And while kids jingle-belling and parties and caroling are all fun and wonderful, the song fails to mention the one thing that truly makes Christmas wonderful-Jesus.

IT'S THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR The title of the sermon is taken from the popular Christmas song of the same name. The songwriter declares it's the most wonderful time of the year and then goes on to say why. The kids jingle-belling along with holiday greetings and gay happy meetings ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:5-8, Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Endless Possibilities, Grabbingthe New Year

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 28, 2017

A new years sermon about how if we G.R.A.B. (Go - Risk - Adapt - Believe) that the new year will have endless possibilities.

Endless Possibilities #GrabbingTheNewYear Video bumper (sermon spice, endless possibilities) QUESTION… • AS YOU – look back and reflect on the year 2013, what do you see? • WAS IT – a good year? • WAS IT – all you hope it would be, when the ball dropped 363 days ago, at midnight on January ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Looking For The New Year

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 22, 2018

A discussion of expectations for the New Year

WHAT ARE YOU “LOOKING FOR”? SCRIPTURE: Titus 2:13 “Looking for (4327 wait for) that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Savior Jesus Christ;” Hebrews 10:26 “For if we sin wilfully after that we have received the knowledge of the truth, there remaineth no more ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have Victory In The New Year

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 2, 2023

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us.

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us. To live in victory in we need to follow God’s plan for us, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, Romans 8:28-39, Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Simple Steps For An Extraordinary New Year

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 6, 2023

Psalm 22 begins as a lament - a desperate plea to God from someone who knows how much he needs God. The terms are clear - without God there is no hope. With God there is always hope, and David gives us a map here, finding hope when challenges are all around us

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Scripture: Psalm 22:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Prayer To Restore My Wasted Years Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

Prayer declarations based on various Psalms, asking God to restore all wasted years in your life.

"Lord, restore to me the years that the locusts have eaten, as You have promised in Joel 2:25. I ask that You redeem the time I have lost, and give me a fresh start, according to Psalm 90:12, 'Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.'" (Psalm 90:12, Joel ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:11, Psalm 42:11

Embracing The New Year With Joy And Anticipation SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

As we bid farewell to this year, will we be filled with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? This sermon encourages us to embrace the New Year with joy and anticipation.

When this year is over, will we look back with joy or regret? Will we face the future with anticipation or dread? Today, I want to share a passage from Ephesians 5:15-17 that can guide us as we approach the rest of this year. The Apostle Paul offers some important lessons for us to consider. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Topics: New Year's Day, Joy, Anticipation

Embracing The New Year With A Fresh Start SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

In Philippians 3:12-16, Paul provides three key principles to guide us as we step into the new year: Letting go of our past, setting our priorities straight, and living fully in the present.

Today marks the beginning of a new year, a time when many of us reflect on the past and look forward to the future. As we enter this new season, it is important to approach it with the right attitude and mindset. In Philippians 3:12-16, the Apostle Paul provides us with three principles to guide us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Topics: New Year's Day, Personal Growth

When God Extends Your Years Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of Hezekiah reminds us that no verdict is beyond the reach of divine mercy. When man says it is over, God can write a new chapter.

WHEN GOD EXTENDS YOUR YEARS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 20:1–11 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 38:1-6; Psalm 91:16; Philippians 1:20-26; Lamentations 3:22–23; Hebrews 4:16 INTRODUCTION: Life is fragile, and even the most powerful leaders face moments when their strength fails. In 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Restores Lost Years Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

God is a God of restoration. He does not just restore what was lost—He multiplies it and brings glory out of shame.

THE GOD WHO RESTORES LOST YEARS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:7; Job 42:10-12; Jeremiah 30:17; Psalm 126:1-6; Zechariah 9:12 INTRODUCTION: There are seasons in life when it seems as though everything valuable has been lost—time, opportunities, ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Restores Lost Years Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025

Restoration is one of the covenant blessings of God's children. The Lord made a powerful promise in Joel 2:25: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten...”

THE GOD WHO RESTORES LOST YEARS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:7; Job 42:10-12; Jeremiah 30:17; Psalm 126:1-6; Zechariah 9:12 INTRODUCTION: There are seasons in life when it seems as though everything valuable has been lost—time, opportunities, ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Restores Wasted Years Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 31, 2025

When God speaks of restoring the years the locusts have eaten, He is not merely referring to crops or finances. He is referring to the years that seemed to have yielded nothing.

THE GOD WHO RESTORES WASTED YEARS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joel 2:25-27 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:7, Job 42:10, Jeremiah 30:17, Psalm 126:1-6, Zechariah 9:12 INTRODUCTION: Life can sometimes take turns we never expected—seasons may pass, opportunities may be missed, and years may ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Something Obvious I Missed For Years

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 31, 2025

To sanctify God is to reveal His true character through ours — holiness displayed in everyday grace, patience, and quiet integrity.

INTRODUCTION — THE HIDDEN RECORDER A friend of mine once hid a little cassette recorder behind his sofa before company came for dinner. He wanted to see what people really said when they felt safe. All evening the conversation seemed ordinary — a few laughs, a few complaints. But one guest began ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, Numbers 20:12, Matthew 6:9, Philippians 2:13, Psalm 51:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Words From God For The New Year PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

This sermon explores the call to harmony, hope, and happiness in Romans 15, emphasizing the transformative power of Christ's love and unity in the church.

Greetings, beloved, and welcome to this gathering where we seek to draw closer to our Maker, learn from His word, and find solace in His promises. It's a joy to be here with you, and it's my prayer that as we open the Scriptures together, we will experience afresh the hope, love, and peace that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:7-13

Topics: Words, God

"Out With The Old- In With The New.” (New Year Sermon)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 23, 2022

New year’s is always an exciting time of the year.

WHY IS IT SO EXCITING FOR US? It is exciting for two reasons: (1) By nature it is always exciting when we get something new. It is exciting to get… • A new car • A new suit of clothing • A new home • A new child or grandchild But it is also exciting as we anticipate entering a NEW YEAR. WHAT ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Baptist