Sermons on Be Renewed:

Finding New Strength In The Lord

Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 4, 2017

Where do you go when you feel weak, powerless, and defeated? Isaiah gives us hope by sharing with us 3 truths to restore hope and be strengthened by the Lord.

FINDING NEW STRENGTH IN THE LORD Isaiah 40:28-31 This prophecy of Isaiah is during a very dark time in the nation of Judah. God had delivered them from the Assyrian Army decades ago, but Judah has continued in sin and been judged. Isaiah had prophesied and it is now happening that Babylon has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In God's Will Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 18, 2018

We see the unfolding of God's will and the outworking of God's works in fulfilling His will. God raised Ezra, the man of God's Law, to bring about the next phrase of restoration - spiritual reformation and renewal.

Finally, we have Ezra appearing in the book that bears his name. Chapter 7. • We ended chapter 6 with the completion and the dedication of the Temple of God, led by Zerubbabel and Jeshua, under the reign of Darius. • This was made possible because of the move of God (1) through the preaching ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Great Awakening Sermon I - What It Will Take Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 29, 2020

In days of "doom and gloom", when there are two types of responders to the claims of Christ on the lives of those for whom Christ died - "for" and "against" - there must be a change of minds and hearts toward the things of God.

WHAT WILL IT TAKE FOR A GREAT AWAKENING TO OCCUR IN “CHRISTIAN” AMERICA? Perhaps you recall a former presidential candidate who went around the country talking about “Two Americas” . . . and in that speech he chanted a litany of contrasts between “these and those”, “us ...read more

The New Life

Contributed by Michael Mays on Aug 27, 2021

What marks the believer as distinct from the unbeliever? After all, we all struggle with the sinful call of the flesh, and Christians are not immune to moments of weakness. Paul explains here how to mark the distinction between the motivations of the unregenerate and those of the believer.

Intro Illustration: “A good set of clothes makes all the difference. A Methodist church tried to get a man to attend, but he never did. "Why don't you come?" the minister asked, and the man finally admitted it was because he didn't have proper clothes. So a member of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Selfless Holy Light In A Dark Age Of Self-Worship

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

We live in a world that is largely dominated by self interest. All around town, up and down, we see self interest at work. What can I get? What can I gain? We gotta make money.

We live in a world that is largely dominated by self interest. All around town, up and down, we see self interest at work. What can I get? What can I gain? We gotta make money. We gotta meet the right people, and get what we need from them. Often times it feels like our lives revolve around what we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:9-11, 2 Peter 3:10-11, 1 Peter 4:7-16

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Real Miracle Of Pentecost

Contributed by John Newton on May 24, 2021

A focus on what happened after the events in the Upper Room

I wonder how many people had their TV sets switched on yesterday morning at 5 o’clock. That’s when the CBC coverage of the royal wedding began and for the next five hours I can only imagine that millions of viewers were glued to their screens, trying to catch a glimpse of this or that celebrity ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Episcopal

Approaching The Communion Table Rightly

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 7, 2021

In this sermon we are going to review Magdalene meeting Jesus at the tomb and suggest that the keys to taking the communion table in a worthy manner are turning away from a life of sin, praying for faith, seeking the master, hearing, and acknowledging His voice, and rejoicing for He is our Lord!

Remembering the Lord’s Table Rightly John 20:10-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “So then, whoever eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty of sinning against the body and blood of the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 11:27 How does ...read more

Scripture: John 20:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Message: The Need For Spiritual Oasis For Ministers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 7, 2021

Message Deer Ridge, Freeport IL. March 5, 2021 A fundraiser for a Ministry to Pastors which provide Sabbaticals for free to pastors and missionaries!

Message Deer Ridge, Freeport IL - March 5, 2021 Fundraiser for a Ministry to Pastors – they provide Sabbaticals for free to pastors and missionaries! Illustration: Years ago, I watched a movie called Mr. Holland’s Opus it was about a High School music teacher who never really wanted to teach HS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:2, 1 Timothy 5:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resoutions

Contributed by Jeremy Meier on Jan 3, 2023

The average American's New Year's resolution(s) last only 32 days. This morning, we're going to talk about a resolution I think we can all get behind and take to heart—living for God.

Dear gracious and heavenly Father, thank you for today—a new year! Thank you for all you did in and through us in 2022. We are thankful and proud of our accomplishments, both individually and as a church, but…help us look forward toward the future. Give us the wisdom now to use the guidance You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:16-19, Luke 9:62, Romans 15:4, Proverbs 1:5, Acts 20:24, Romans 14:8, Matthew 10:39, Isaiah 41:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Of Salvation

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

Revival is not about guilt trips, programs, or emotional hype — it is about seeing God afresh and rediscovering the joy of salvation. True revival happens when we move from obsessing over our failures to fixing our eyes on the God who forgives, restores, and renews.

“Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.” Psalm 51:12 Introduction – Passion Misplaced The kingdom of God is not going to advance simply because our churches are full of people. No — the kingdom of God is going to advance when the people who are in our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-15, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 1:18, Matthew 4:7, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Epiphany Is Full Of Surprises

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Jan 21, 2025

Epiphany has all sorts of surprises for us all and teaches us some very important lessons that can refresh the mind and fortify the spirit, something we all need today in a world that lacks hope!

The seasons of the Church’s year all have a story and profound meaning to tell and Epiphany is such a season that refreshes the mind and fortifies the spirit. It is a season full of surprises; full of signs and miracles and we our reminded of this with the payer for the 3rd Sunday of in the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:2, Matthew 3:13-17, John 2:1-11, Matthew 18:21-22, 1 Corinthians 15:55  (view more)  (view less)

Fix Your Throughts On Jesus!

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jul 18, 2025

What we fix our minds on affects what we become. As we fix our thoughts on Jesus—the One who is fully true, pure, lovely, and worthy of praise, we would become like Him.

Philippians 4:8–9 (ESV) “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9, Romans 8:29, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Why Revival

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 29, 2025

Revival is not just an option—it is the spark that reignites the fire of faith and empowers us to walk in the life He has destined for us. Let us cry out together, “Lord, revive us again!”

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: The history of our nation with Judeo-Christian leanings is deeply engraved with the acknowledgment that their founding principles were influenced by God's Word. From the earliest settlers who sought religious freedom to the framing of laws and constitutions, America ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pressing On To Know The Lord

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jan 4, 2025

This is a new year's message.

Title: “Pressing on to Know the Lord” Script: Hosea 6:3 Type: Thematic Where: GNBC 1-5-25 Intro: What are you absolutely certain of? What do you KNOW with complete certainty? The sun will rise in the east and go down in the west? A common 1st year psychology experiment to test conformity ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peter A Fisherman's Tale Pt 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 4, 2025

Peter reveals through his rollercoaster life of mountain top experiences with Jesus to the valleys of denial and rebuke from the Lord that there is hope beyond our failures and mistakes.

Series – Come Alive in 2025 Thesis: We can come back to life – with a breath from heaven – nothing is too dead for God to bring back to life! The Bible says nothing is too lifeless for God! He is the Creator who took nothing and made it something and He can bring back to life anything! Can you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9, 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational