Sermons on Active Pursuit:

One Generation Away From Extinction

Contributed by Darian Catron on Jul 5, 2019

There's a saying, "Freedom's never free." We live in the freest country in the world, but what do we do with that freedom. As the Church, are we seeking to be a blessing so that through us God can truly bless the USA?

INTRODUCTION: In Lee Greenwood’s signature ultra-patriotic song “God Bless the USA” he says these words: If tomorrow all my things were gone,I'd worked for all my life. And I had to start again,With just my children and my wife. I'd thank my lucky stars,To be livin' here ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, 2 Chronicles 16:9, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Among Secular Gods, Part 4 - Killing The Imago Dei: Answering The Questions Of Relativism & Secular Humanism Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 4, 2019

Part 4 based on the book by Ravi Zacharias and Vince Vitale: Secular humanism believes we can look to human advancement for justice, peace, and the end of suffering. In sharp contrast, Christianity teaches that the only way for us to truly live is to remove ourselves from the equation.

Humanism (also known as progressivism) is based on relativism and the idea that human advancement is the solution to injustice, war, and suffering. Like most worldly reasoning or false teachings in the church, there some truth in this reasoning. The Christian and Biblical world-view that God uses ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 1:21-25

Denomination: Brethren

All Mixed Up

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 21, 2023

How do we know where we should make a stand?

A few decades ago, when George Bush was running for president, he visited Bob Jones University. You would not believe the media firestorm that ensued. Some people were outraged that Bush went there at all, while others were astonished that his political opponents made so much of it. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:5-15, Ezra 4:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Transfiguration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus' divine nature, the significance of His death and resurrection, and the transformative power of God's Word as revealed in Mark 9:2-9.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the beauty and mystery of our faith, of the divine tapestry that God weaves in our lives. We are connected through the words of the Bible, the living testimony of God's love for us. Today, we find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Jesus' Divine Nature

Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 3, 2024

This sermon explores the power, purpose, and promise of prayer, guided by Jesus' model in the Lord's Prayer, to deepen our relationship with God.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to be in fellowship, and to share in the joy of the Lord. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound understanding, a moment of spiritual discovery that will forever change our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Topics: Prayer, Jesus

An Effective Church PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of learning, love, worship, and witness in building a church that reflects the unity and purpose of the early Christian community.

Good morning, church family. Isn't it wonderful to be gathered together in the house of the Lord, to seek His face and to learn from His word? We are indeed a blessed people, a chosen people, a royal priesthood, called out of darkness into His marvelous light. We are gathered here, not by chance, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Early Church, Church Formation

The Battle For Awe PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

Explores seeking wisdom and understanding over material wealth, recognizing sin's root, reclaiming awe of God, and transforming through spiritual growth.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this sacred space where we gather not just as a community, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here, in this place, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We come with hearts open, ready to be filled with the wisdom of God's Word. We ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:16

Topics: Transformation, Awe Of God

Is It Magic? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores the depth of God's love in John 3:16, challenging us to not only understand it but to let it transform our lives.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in the pursuit of understanding, wisdom, and the unfathomable depth of God's love for us. It's a joy to be among you today, as we stand on the precipice of revelation, eager to glean from the Word of God. Our focus today is a verse ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Promise

Whatever Gain I Had, I Counted As Loss For Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores placing our confidence in Christ alone, disregarding earthly achievements, and living a life worthy of the gospel, as exemplified by Apostle Paul.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united in Christ. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here, not for our own glory, but for the glory of God. We are here, not to seek worldly wisdom, but to seek the wisdom that comes from ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-7

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

The Enduring Influence Of A Godly Mother PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of modeling faith within the family and mentoring future generations through Biblical principles for spiritual development.

Warm greetings, beloved family of God. Here we are, gathered together once again, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us here to drink from His well of truth, to be nourished by His Word, and to be shaped by His Spirit. As we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-15

Topics: Mother's Day

Jesus, The True Vine - We Are The Branches

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 17, 2024

If we develop our relationship with Jesus and want to become all that God would have us be, then God will treat us in whatever way necessary to make it happen.

Around this time last year, I signed up to be an “Angel.” This was not in the company of God’s Angels in Heaven and on Earth but with a wine club here in Australia called Naked Wines. It is a club comprising private and small-scale wine growers across Australia and New Zealand. Anyone can purchase ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 20, 2024

What if there was no God - what would life be like? It would be meaningless - Meaningless.... The book of Ecclesiastes looks at life from the view that there in no God. This is a verse by verse look into chapter one of Ecclesiastes.

Ecclesiastes Chapter One Ecclesiastes 1:1 (NASB) The words of the Preacher, the son of David, king in Jerusalem. Verse one identifies the author as Solomon. The Hebrew word that is translated preacher is a word that means a collector of sentences. It can mean a preacher, a lecturer, a public ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Love Story Series

Contributed by Jerald Scott on Nov 19, 2024

Lesson drawn from Hosea about the depth of love we can know

A Love Story Christmas is a love story. John frames it that way. “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16, NIV) But, God’s love story is not about roses, candlelight, and romance! It’s more ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Price Of Compromise Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 6, 2025

This is the 17th Sermon in the Series from the Book of Judges, "Spiritual Decay".

Series: Spiritual Decay [#17] THE PRICE OF COMPROMISE Judges 18:1-31 Introduction: Today, we encounter the story of the Tribe of Dan, a narrative that has profound implications for our lives. In a World where the lines between right and wrong often seem blurred, the theme of compromise ...read more

Scripture: Judges 18:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

He Came To His Own: A Christmas Story Of Open And Closed Hearts

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 4, 2025

As we reflect on the birth of Christ this Christmas, let us ask ourselves: How do we respond to Jesus, our Savior? Will we make room for Him, open our hearts, and joyfully welcome His presence, or will we turn Him away?

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “The Shepherd’s Story.” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is the celebration of God’s greatest gift to humanity—Jesus Christ, our Savior. But from the very moment of His birth, Jesus was met with contrasting responses: rejection by some and joyful acceptance by others. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational