Sermons on Beyond Excuses:

Caged Or Uncaged

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 16, 2009

Have we become tamed and placed within a cage? Or are we willing to risk and move beyond our comfort zones?

February 15, 2009 Mark 10:17-22 Uncaged * Sermon inspired by Mark Batterson’s book, Wild Goose Chase. 17As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. "Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?" 18 Jesus answered, "Why do you call me good? No one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

02 The Lord Is My Shepherd; I Shall Not Want. Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 28, 2011

How small I am yet how great He is over & beyond this mighty universe and He is my shepherd

- Sheep require more attention than any other livestock. - They just can’t take care of themselves. - A shepherd with his flocks was completely responsible for their EVERYTHING - good pasture, still water (sheep are afraid of running noisy streams), care, discipline, and protection from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Local Church With A Global Vision

Contributed by John Perry on Feb 7, 2010

God's call to the local church is that we would look beyond the boundaries of our own city to have a global vision.

Bunbury 7/02/10 Sun am “A local church w/ a global vision” Intro: In the great event of the second coming of Jesus Christ when it seems as though the entire world comes under the sway of the devil – God has a plan! We sometimes forget as Christians that this world; although ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

If Heaven Ain't A Lot Like Iowa

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Jun 20, 2013

The joy and love and peace that awaits us in heaven is beyond our imagination! It supersedes anything we have known on earth.

People often ask me about heaven. Will my grandpa and grandma be there? Will they be the same age- will they like the same things they like(d) on earth? How about my little poodle, "Itty Bit"? Will my pets and my friends be in heaven? From time to time, I am asked these questions and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Internal Law Of The Kingdom Of God - Sermon On The Mount

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 21, 2012

A Christian goes beyond what is required by the Law. He is not only righteous in appearance, in action, but in character, obedient to God on the inside.

The Internal Law of the Kingdom of God (the Law of the Heart) A soldier in the time of war got a letter from his fiancé, saying he has met someone else and wants to call off the marriage. So she asked for the engagement ring and her picture, so that she might have use for it in the future. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-48

Denomination: *other

And Everything Else Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 4, 2015

Stewardship goes way beyond financial matters and includes our management responsibility before God, for every aspect of life.

AND EVERYTHING ELSE Christian Stewardship in All of Life Pastor Eric J. Hanson October 28, 2007 In the past few weeks we have looked at what it means to exercise stewardship over those things which the Lord puts into our hands as his people. We have looked at financial integrity, and at financing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Louder Than Words

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 30, 2011

The church needs to move beyond just using words to impact the world. We need action to make an impact for Christ

Louder than Words Matthew 9:35-38 June 12, 2011 Morning Service The old saying is true: actions speak louder than words We are rarely defined by the words we speak. There are times when our words come back to haunt us but words are simply that just words. Words do carry power to build others up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Church Of God

In The Pierced Heart Of The Crucified Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 20, 2010

The essence of the Christian liturgy goes beyond the synagogue service and has as its essential feature universality of time, place and people.

Feast of St. Cecilia Nov 22 2010 Spirit of the Liturgy On this Celebration of St. Cecilia’s Day, it is most fitting that the Book of Revelations opens up to us the vision of the Lamb on His throne. From heaven comes the voice of God–not thunder and lightning–but a sweet and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Let's Be Honest PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

This sermon explores the Christian call to a higher standard of honesty, beyond not lying, and opening up to God's reality, perspective, and standards.

Hey, everyone! So glad to see all your lovely faces here today. We're here to share, to learn, and to grow in faith together, right? Well, I'm pretty excited about what we're going to talk about today. It's something that's as essential to our Christian walk as breathing is to life. We're talking ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Topics: Ten Commandments

Get Christ Out Of Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

Explores how to foster everyday faith, find empowerment in Advent, and fulfill expectations beyond Christmas through the teachings of the Gospel.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in faith. We are here today to delve into the profound depths of the Gospel, to find solace in its wisdom, and to draw strength from its teachings. As we stand here together on this blessed day, let us open our hearts and minds to ...read more

Topics: Advent, Faith

My God Is Able PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

Emphasizes God's boundless abilities, blessings beyond imagination, and limitless love, encouraging believers to live in faith, courage, and boldness.

Beloved brothers and sisters, gather round as we gather our hearts and minds towards the bountiful banquet of God's Word. Let us not be like the five foolish virgins who were unprepared for the bridegroom's arrival, but let us be like the five wise ones, lamps filled with oil, hearts filled with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Topics: God's Power, Immeasurable

Worshipping The Wounded PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024

This sermon explores the story of Job, emphasizing the strength of unwavering faith and worship during trials, and the beauty of belief beyond blessings.

Greetings, beloved, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! We are gathered here today in the warmth of His love, under the shelter of His wings, and in the light of His word. We are here to commune, to reflect, to learn, and to grow. We are here to be nourished by the Bread of Life, to be ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:20-22

Topics: Worship

Daniel 2: When Life Seems Out Of Control Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

God is in control, even when the world seems chaotic. Daniel handles a situation beyond his control with WISDOM and FAITH.

WHEN LIFE SEEMS OUT OF CONTROL—Daniel 2 Does it sometimes seem like your life is out of control? Coronavirus. The national debt. Politics. Natural disasters. As a parent committed to your kids, you try to protect them and control their environment, but you can’t control all the people and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Kingdom Keys - Job Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 22, 2023

God’s wisdom, goodness, and justice transcend our assumptions about fairness and push beyond the limitations of human reasoning.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:1-6, Job 38:4, Job 38:19, Job 40:9-13, Deuteronomy 32:4, Psalm 99:4, Revelation 15:3, Revelation 16:7, Matthew 12:20, Micah 6:8, Hosea 12:6, Amos 5:12, Matthew 25:40, James 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anointing Makes The Difference

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 28, 2025

The anointing makes all the difference in life and ministry. It empowers believers to operate beyond human limitations and accomplish divine purposes.

THE ANOINTING MAKES THE DIFFERENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:1-3 "The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me; because the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God