Sermons on Being Formed By God:

Being The Kind Of Church People Need

Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 6, 2004

We cannot be the kind of church that everyone wants, but we can be the kind of church that everyone needs !

Being The Kind Of Church That People Need Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: I suppose there are many churches whose mission is to be the kind of church that appeals to everyone. That is an impossible task ! In fact, I believe it to be an unholy task. Here’s why.....in order for us to be the church that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Diverse But Christ Focussed Church

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Jan 26, 2014

Being a Christian church means following Jesus command to make disciples of people of all nations, which means we will be a community of diverse people. We explore why this is important, what it means for us and how to live with differences in our church

There is something important for everyone in our congregation to think deeply about. Do you see differences as a blessing or a problem? How you answer this question is important, as it will influence how you live and act. It will influence how you be part of the church. The church in Corinth had a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Difference Between Being Lost And Led

Contributed by Nakia Smith on May 9, 2008

To truly understand where we are going in life, we need to know the if the one who is leading us has the correct directions or if he/she are following someone else.

How many of you in here tonight have heard of the GPS Navigational System? Its main purpose is to keep you from getting lost. But if the truth were known, the easiest way to get to a specific destination is either to know where you are going before you leave or to follow someone who already knows ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Methodist

Being A Mother: Living A True Religion

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 25, 2007

A Mothers Day Sermon discussing what the "true" religion of parenting displays.

Mother’s Day John 2:1-12 ANSWERS to BLANKS: B—1—love of God and Neighbor; 2—“I believe in you!”; pain; 3—mother and grandmother. A--Experiments of famed American psychologist Harry Harlow: o Harlow conducted experiments on the nature of love using infant rhesus monkeys. o Harlow’s interest ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Being Poured Out- Greatness Cometh

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 10, 2011

What happens to a person that stops giving or doing? What's wrong with just asking for ease and comfrot?

Being Poured Out- Greatness Cometh Jeremiah 48:11 “ Moab has been at ease from his youth; He has settled on his dregs, and has not been emptied from vessel to vessel, nor has he gone into captivity. Therefore his taste remained in him, and his scent has not changed. Moab had taken the land ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 48:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Certain You Are Certain (Salvation)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 10, 2022

Christians are commanded to witness to the lost. It is not a suggestion, it is a COMMAND

God’s command for us Christians is to, “GO YE INTO ALL THE WORLD AND PREACH THE GOSPEL.” Look at that word “GO”. Have you ever been behind a car at a red light and when the light turned green they just set there? After a little while you start talking to yourself “GO MAN! DON’T YOU KNOW WHAT GO ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Home Improvement Series: being A Forgiver

Contributed by Douglas Nieuwstraten on Oct 18, 2000

It seems to me that there is nothing quite so pure, quite so noble, quite so priestly as the act of forgiving and forgetting.

It seems to me that there is nothing quite so pure, quite so noble, quite so priestly as the act of forgiving and forgetting. My suspicion is also that most of us would say nothing is more difficult and requires such a risk than forgiving and risking being hurt again. Lee Strobbel in his book, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

"being A Christian Is Hard"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 20, 2019

The challenge of following Christ.

“Being a Christian is Hard” Luke 6:27-38 Someone said to me this week, “Being a Christian is the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” and I would have to agree with them. Jesus says: “Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Being A Christian Where You Work

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 14, 2013

What are you willing to go thru to reach the lost?

Philippians 4:21-22-Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. All the saints greet you, but especially those who are of Caesar’s household. Greet Every Saint-Those from different denominations, those from different backgrounds, the only stipulation ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Worldliness Is Against Being Like Jesus

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Apr 16, 2008

Being humble and not worldly

Worldliness is against being like Jesus ALL I NEED TO LEARN ABOUT LIFE I LEARNED FROM THE EASTER BUNNY! Don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Everyone needs a friend who is all ears. There’s no such thing as too much candy. All work and no play can make you a basket case. A cute little tail ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Being Ready To Share Your Testimony Series

Contributed by Leon Dasrath on Jul 30, 2015

Jesus has given each and everyone of us a testimony of His grace over our lives, use it for His glory

BEING READY TO SHARE YOUR TESTIMONY ACTS 21:37 – 22:21 BACKGROUND Pauls missionary journey is now coming to an end After a lengthy trip by ship to different places, his mission is to encourage the disciples across the land He meets with many of the Apostles and disciples All of them caution ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Common Misconceptions About Being Saved

Contributed by Rick Towe on Sep 3, 2023

• People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that…with no troubles…no heartaches…no lack…and no slack.

John 16:33 (KJV) 33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. • People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that… • With no ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Church Of God

Kindness Or Being A Kinder And Gentler Christian

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Sep 17, 2008

Being Kind is needed today

Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness or being a Kinder and Gentler Christian Col. 3:12 Since God chose you to be the holy people whom he loves; you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. As a child of God this verse says one must clothe yourself ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christianity 101-Be Like Christ!

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007

As Christians we should follow His example. In this sermon I share several things I believe we should do as Christians to "Be Like Christ."

Read Scripture Acts 11:19-26 I want us to think about that last sentence for a few minutes this morning. The Disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. Those who called themselves believers and considered themselves to be His disciples were referred to as Christians. Some scholars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

3 Keys To Being A Contagious Christian

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Jan 24, 2002

Is your Christianity showing, is it Contagious?

3 Keys to being a Contagious Christian Matthew 5: 13-16. Key Principle: People matter to God. 3 Key to being a Contagious Christian. 1)Prayer…(Matthew 9:35-38.) We need to talk to God about people before we talk to people about God. When you take the time to pray ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist