Sermons on Beyond The Lens Into The Limelight:

"the God We Need"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 22, 2021

What it means to take up our cross and follow Christ.

“The God We Need” Mark 8:27-38 Peter gets the title right, but he doesn’t seem to understand what that title means. And so, when Jesus starts to talk NOT about the road to glory but instead the one that leads to the Cross, Peter rebukes Him…and then Jesus rebukes Peter right back. Which might ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: United Methodist

20/20 Vision

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Apr 23, 2012

A church is headed nowhere until it has a clear vision

20/20 Vision 2 Chronicles 20:20 What is the most common surgery performed in the US? According to the US Department of Health and Human Services, the most common surgery is: Lens and cataract procedures… specifically- laser eye surgery People want their vision restored to 20/20 When it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Uses The Word To Invoke Deeper Thinking Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 15, 2018

The battle of the heart is won by winning the battle of the mind. To win the battle of the mind, Jesus worked to get people to think on a deeper level.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to take another look at a story that is familiar to many. We have examined this narrative in the recent past, but today, we are going to examine this story of the Woman at the Well through a different lens. • One of the things that seem to have happened ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon "Drinking From The Wellspring Of Life”

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 20, 2025

Proverbs 4:20-23 is a passage that teaches how to live a wise and prosperous life by focusing on God's word and protecting one's heart. The central message is to "guard your heart with all vigilance" because it is the source of life.

Sermon “Drinking From the Wellspring of Life” Scripture Lesson: Proverbs 4:20-23 “My son, pay attention to my words and be willing to learn; Open your ears to my sayings. Do not let them escape from your sight; Keep them in the center of your heart. For they are life to those who find them, And ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, Proverbs 4:1-23, Proverbs 11:2, Matthew 28:20

Denomination: Methodist

The Feasts Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 29, 2025

The thing we cannot do was accomplished on our behalf by Christ, through his sacrifice. Through our faith in that sacrifice and the transformational relationship that occurs as a result, we become holy and set-apart in the eyes of God.

May 31, 2025 Today we are wrapping up the book of Leviticus and we begin with the Feasts/Festivals of chapter 23. Yahweh begins by restating the Sabbath Commandment – once again setting the 7th day apart from all other special days or events. Next, He designated 6 feasts/festivals that Israel ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29, Luke 22:7-20, John 6:51, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, 1 Corinthians 15:20-23, Matthew 27:52-53, Ephesians 4:8, Romans 6:4-5, John 4:35, Acts 2:1-5, Acts 2:41, John 1:14, Zechariah 14:16, Revelation 7:9-10, Revelation 21:3, 1 Peter 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Goodly Heritage - The Path Of Life Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 27, 2025

This sermon argues that the only cure for humanity's deepest ache for security and joy is to follow the "path of life," which involves radically trusting in God, finding contentment in Him as your inheritance, and embracing the hope of resurrection through Jesus Christ.

Introduction: The Soul's Deepest Ache Brothers and sisters, if you look at the heart of humanity, you will find a deep and constant ache. It is the ache for security, for a joy that lasts, for a purpose that death cannot erase. Our modern world offers a thousand prescriptions for this ache. It ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Speaking The Truth In A Twisted World Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Oct 18, 2025

When culture twists truth, followers of Jesus are called to respond with courage, humility, and conviction—always pointing people back to the one true God. Challenge wrong thinking with God’s truth.

Introduction – When Truth Gets Twisted Good morning, church. Let me ask you something: Have you ever said something that got completely misunderstood—or maybe twisted into something you never meant? It happens all the time today, doesn’t it? You share a simple post online—something encouraging, or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Stifle The Spirit PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores cultivating a constant state of gratitude rooted in our relationship with God, independent of our circumstances, as a pathway to joy.

Welcome, dear friends, to another gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here today to engage with a theme that is as timeless as it is timely, as profound as it is personal: Gratitude. And not just any gratitude, but a gratitude that is deeply ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Gratitude

Thanksgiving And Praise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

When we practice thankfulness and praise, it can transform our lives and deepen our relationship with God, even in challenging circumstances.

Good morning, everyone! I'm thrilled to be here with you today, and I'm really looking forward to our time together. We're going to be talking about something that's close to my heart, and I hope it'll touch yours too. Philip Yancey said something that really struck me. He said, "I have learned ...read more

Topics: Thankful, Praising God

Old Land Marks SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Encouraging people to appreciate men who have great faith and have done extraordinary things.

Greetings, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together on this beautiful morning, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a new day, a new opportunity to immerse ourselves in the boundless wisdom of God's Word. We are here to engage in a spiritual journey, a pilgrimage of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:28

Topics: Commitment, Sacrifice

The Eyes Have It PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

Encourages Christians to prioritize spiritual growth over material wealth, maintain moral vision, and engage in meaningful meditation for a Christ-centered life.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this blessed gathering where we seek to be nourished by the Word of God. It's always a joy to see each one of you, eager and ready to receive the divine wisdom that God has prepared for us. We are here, not by chance but by divine appointment, not as strangers but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-22

Topics: Eye Health

What The Lord Hates PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon encourages self-examination and seeking wisdom to understand and avoid the sins that God detests, thereby deepening our relationship with Him.

Welcome, beloved family of God, to this sacred gathering where we seek to grow in our understanding and deepen our relationship with our Heavenly Father. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform our lives, our relationships, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Topics: Self-Examination

The Lord Gives True Happiness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon explores finding true joy and blessings through living a God-centered life, guided by holiness and meditation on God's Word, as illustrated in Psalm 1.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. It is a privilege, as always, to stand before you today, not as a man with all the answers, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith. We find ourselves here, in the sanctuary of God's presence, not because we are perfect, but because we are loved by the ...read more

Topics: True Happiness

Mercy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

This sermon explores our need for God's mercy, the humility required to receive it, and our responsibility to extend mercy to others.

Good morning, church family. I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. There's a warmth in the air today, a warmth that speaks not only of the weather but of the love and fellowship we share in this sanctuary. As we gather here, let's remember that we are not just a group of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Topics: Mercy, Humility

Press On PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon explores how trials reveal our true strength in Christ and promises triumph through faith and perseverance, not a life devoid of trials.

Good morning, dear church family. It is a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, united in spirit and in truth. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a topic that is as timeless as it is timely. It's about the trials we face, the tribulations that test us, and the triumph ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Topics: Perseverance