Sermons about Beyond Superficiality

The Outer Limits Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

based on 137 ratings

| 23,512 views

When we follow Jesus, he will lead us beyond our comfort zone with people, especially people we are not naturally drawn to.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a scene from "Traveling Light" All of us have limits and boundaries that make us uncomfortable if we go beyond them. I was reminded of this back in November when my oldest son and I went to the Promise Keepers "Passage" event at the Anaheim Pond. At one point ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Like A Red, Red Rose Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 1, 2003

based on 74 ratings

| 10,537 views

The coming of Christ offers hope to lives dried out in meaninglessness, beyond our limitations, and in the midst of sin-weariness. Advent series illustrated with Chrismons

“Hope is like a harebell trembling from its birth, Love is like a rose the joy of all the earth, Faith is like a lily lifted high and white, Love is like a lovely rose the world’s delight. Harebells and sweet lilies show a thornless growth, But the rose with all its thorns excels them both.” So ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Song of Songs 2:1

Denomination: Baptist

What's Below The Surface?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 1, 2003

based on 9 ratings

| 4,853 views

There are plenty of comparisons in our world, but what we is true of us as believers is beyond comparison! Let’s be encouraged by what we have in Christ

July 20, 2003 "What’s Below the Surface?" Colossians 2:6-15 Pastor Jon MacKinney ______________________________________________________________________________________ This morning it’s my purpose to encourage you. I have to begin, therefore, with recognizing those things that can ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-12

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Purpose In Deliverance

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 4, 2005

based on 10 ratings

| 5,342 views

We usually want deliverance, but God has an additional purpose beyond just rescuing us. In this famous battle passage, the purpose of God is clear.

Passage: Judges 7:1-22 Intro: As we have followed the faith adventure of Gideon, we have seen something. 2. God’s purpose was much more than the deliverance of Israel from the Midianites who visited annually like unwelcome in-laws 3. it was to deliver them with the goal of teaching a positive ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith For Show

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 30, 2015

| 2,743 views

Today’s topic is at the very core of Christianity. It speaks of how we interpret our world as Christians and look beyond what is temporary.

Today’s topic is at the very core of Christianity. It speaks of how we interpret our world as Christians and look beyond what is temporary. As we wake up every morning, and the gears of our brain and heart starts to function, we are solely watched by God and not assessed by those around ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Straw The Broke The Camel's Back Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

based on 1 rating

| 8,570 views

By focussing on king Manasseh we realise that there comes a point when God says enough is enough, but that does not mean we are beyond God's grace.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 2 Kings 21:1-18 “The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back” Picture Focus on the idea of comparing ourselves to others. We feel that others are close in God’s view. While we can feel like a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

When Foundations Shake Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 22, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 5,768 views

When Christians get serious about their faith and venture beyond their comfort zones, they have a much deeper appreciation for the support God gives them.

When Foundations Shake (Acts 4:23-31) 1. In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey writes: "There used to be this bully who would demand my lunch money every day. Since I was smaller, I would give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. I started taking karate lessons. But then the karate lesson ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Matthew 13:51-52 - How To Be A Homeowner With A Nest Egg - Part 20 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 5, 2011

based on 30 ratings

| 7,652 views

I have inherited a mansion, and wealth beyond belief, a storehouse full of every resource I could ever need. (Spiders too apparently) ...

Matthew 13:51-52 - HOW TO BE A HOMEOWNER WITH A NEST EGG - Part 20 A shed full of every resource I could ever need, wealth beyond belief, an incredible mansion. I have inherited the lot according to Matthew 13:51-52, spiders too apparently. In the middle of writing this, a spider has come down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:51-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Is Patient And Kind Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

| 10,347 views

When I love like Jesus loves I look beyond what a person has been to what he or she can become

Many of you are probably familiar with this quote that has been attributed to Mahatma Gandhi: I like your Christ, I do not like your Christians. Your Christians are so unlike your Christ. Although that often repeated statement is attributed to Gandhi, there is actually no evidence that he ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Not A Picnic, A Purpose! Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 4, 2017

| 5,806 views

The Christian walk is not picnic! It involves purpose which extends beyond the lite and breezy. In it we are serious about our Influence; Mercy; Faith; and Service.

1. Entebbe Raid On July 4, 1976, Israeli commandos made a daring on the Entebbe International Airport in Uganda, rescuing 103 Jewish hostages. In 15 minutes, the soldiers killed the seven kidnappers and set the captives free. But three hostages were also killed during Operation Entebbe. As the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Abundance Of Our Great Rewards Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jul 25, 2023

based on 1 rating

| 3,581 views

The rewards for our faithfulness to Jesus is exceedingly abundant beyond measure. I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God.

THE ABUNDANCE OF OUR GREAT REWARDS This morning we continue our series on eternal rewards with today’s message, “The Abundance of Our Great Rewards.” What you are about to hear today is truly exciting, and I hope it will whet your appetite to live for eternity and cause you to leap with joy when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:21, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Ephesians 3:20, 2 Peter 1:11, Luke 6:23, Mark 9:41, Matthew 10:41, Luke 16:10 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

My Divine Turnaround Manifest Series

Contributed by Godday Osoba on Aug 5, 2023

| 8,812 views

Like I will always say a Divine Turnaround brings an overwhelming joy beyond description, when it happen in your life it will look like a dream.

A Turnaround is an expected change, especially one that results in a more favourable situation, it is a divine encounter where God reverse someone’s circumstances turning the negative into positive, and shifting life to a new direction beyond explanation. Our God does the unusual turnaround. The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 21:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Loves You So Much

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Nov 9, 2022

| 1,867 views

The love of God for man is unconditional and extravagant. It envelopes the heart of every human being including you. God loves you beyond your imagination.

TEXT: JOHN 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." This wonderful and popular scripture points out some salient points which concerns every living soul. 1. "For God so ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sustaining Exceeding Glory 2

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Dec 30, 2020

| 4,960 views

To every vessel of God; there are two major manifold glory of God. Firstly is the glory for the earthly ministry and secondly is the glory of life beyond this earth realm.

SUSTAINING EXCEEDING GLORY 2 MAIN TEXT: LEVITICUS 6:12-13 INTRODUCTION: To sustain means to maintain or to keep in existence. It also means to keep from falling. The encounter with the God of glory truly transforms; when the prison guard experienced the God of glory in Acts 16:30, he asked; ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Don't Walk Out Of Church Doing Nothing With What You Heard Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 6, 2021

based on 1 rating

| 5,184 views

Be a doer of the Word of God and you will not be deceived plus you will be blessed beyond your own efforts. You cannot out do God! Amen.

INTRODUCTION: Last week, we talked about a falling away from the faith that must occur before the end comes. This falling away is going to be the result of deception that will blanket this world. The Scripture is quite clear: 2 Thessalonians 2:3 3 Let no man deceive you by any means: for that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

Sermons on Beyond Superficiality:

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

Confident Preaching

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 1, 2003

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 1, 2003

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Oct 4, 2005

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 30, 2015

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 22, 2008

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 5, 2011

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2016

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 4, 2017

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jul 25, 2023

Contributed by Godday Osoba on Aug 5, 2023

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Nov 9, 2022

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Dec 30, 2020

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 6, 2021