Sermons on Building Others:

God's Dream Of A New Jerusalem

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 20, 2019

When we carry a vision of the beautiful world that God is working to build, we find clarity of vision and hope to fulfill it.

The Gospel According to Isaiah, Part 5: God’s Dream of a New Zion Isaiah 62:1-12 March 25, 2012 Rev. Stephen Aram Bethel United Methodist Church Certainly one of the greatest blessings I have ever had in my life came in the year 1977. We were coming to the end of about 2 years leading a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-2

The Mystery Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 4, 2024

Explores the mystery of Christ in Ephesians 3, emphasizing its power to break barriers, foster boldness, and build confidence in our faith.

Welcome, dear friends and fellow believers. We gather here today, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as kin in the family of God, united in our shared love for Christ and His Word. We are here to engage with the divine mystery that is the Gospel, to seek understanding, to find courage, and to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Topics: Mystery Of Christ

I’ve Got A Mansion…do You?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 28, 2022

A little boy got on the elevator with his father at the Empire State Building. They were going to the observation deck at the top and view the city.

• As the elevator ascended the boy watched the signs flash as they went by the floors: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70. • The farther up they went, the more nervous the boy became. • Finally he looked up as his dad and said, “Daddy, does God know we're coming?” (Leighton Ford, "Hope for a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Impact Of A Barnanbas

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 24, 2009

Barnabas is the kind of person you want coming to your church. They are the movers and shakers. They are looking for something to do to build the kingdom of God.

11/22/2009 The Impact of a Barnabas Acts 5:29-39 Introduction: Turn to Acts 5:29-39 I would like us to look at what a Barnabas church would look like. I realize that I will have to give you some background ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29-39

Denomination: Nazarene

Brand New You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 25, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to break free from sin, become transformed in Christ, and build a consistent, faithful life that glorifies God.

Greetings, beloved family of God. I stand before you today, not as the one who has all the answers, but as a fellow traveler walking along the path of faith, hand in hand with you, under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father. Today, we are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24, John 8:10-11

Topics: Faithful Life, Consistent Life

The Joy Of Trials

Contributed by Darrell Tucker on May 21, 2004

Every Christian needs endurance; God gives us trials to help us mature and build our endurance for the course ahead.

The Joy of Trials James 1:2-4 I. Do YOU have trials? a. Is there anyone who doesn’t?! i. Chirpy the parakeet – News story about a parakeet that was mistakenly sucked up in the vacuum while his owner was cleaning his cage. ii. Mark Dunn – College roommate whose waterbed seemed to have a hole in it… ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Season

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 25, 2008

Help to prepare people when wntering new seasons of life. I preached this as we were about to start a building project.

A New Season A New Season Brings Changes A New Season Brings Challenges A New Season Exposes Champions Slide 1 I love the fall. I enjoy the cool weather. I Love sleeping when I have to snuggle up in a blanket. In the cool of the evening you can have a fire in the back yard. It is great ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Cup Of Cold Water

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 10, 2010

A message encouraging the saints to refresh others.

“John said to him, ‘Teacher, we saw someone casting out demons in your name, and we tried to stop him, because he was not following us.’ But Jesus said, ‘Do not stop him, for no one who does a mighty work in my name will be able soon afterward to speak evil of me. For the one who is not against us ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-41

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of New Beginnings

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 2, 2004

This is an evangelistic message on our "Kickoff Sunday" as we were opening a new building... Many unsaved friends and family were present.

The God of New Beginnings Pastor Glenn Newton Feb. 1, 2004 (Kickoff Sunday) “20 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Gal. 2:20 17 Therefore, if ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Nazarene

Trinity 14

Contributed by Gary Jones on Sep 6, 2005

Are we building blocks or stumbling blocks? Peter’s encounter with Christ. Peters words seem right but they are not our Lords way.

TRINITY 14 In the name of the Father, son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Play the CD Words don’t come easy, they certainly don’t. A song by F R David. You could be forgiven for thinking that over recent weeks quite a few of the readings set for either our morning service or evening service have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Christian Home Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 7, 2016

So what kind of home are you building for your family? Is it one where God is honored, loved and served faithfully or halfheartedly?

The Christian Home Children are a heritage from the LORD, offspring a reward from him. Psalm 127:3 Deuteronomy 6:1-9 6 These are the commands, decrees and laws the LORD your God directed me to teach you to observe in the land that you are crossing the Jordan to possess, 2 so that you, your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Task Of The Church #2 Series

Contributed by Jay Rambo on Oct 16, 2001

The Church has guidelines for their treatment of each other.

Title: The Task of The Church #2 Theme: The Church has guidelines for their treatment of each other. Introduction: - When asked what the purpose of the church is, - people will give many different answers. - Last week we started to look at what the word of God had to say concerning The Task ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In God We Trust Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 8, 2018

Faith in God is not immunity from troubles. God builds our trust in Him through the trials of life, not apart from them.

We read of the fall of the Northern Kingdom ISRAEL last week. • When the North falls, King Hezekiah was reigning in the South. We are going to read in the next 3 chapters. Let’s read 2 Kings 18:1-8. King Hezekiah is one of the two good kings in the history of Judah (S). • The other is King ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Burying The Hatchet Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 27, 2000

The importance of forgiving others

Burying The Hatchet or FORGIVE! & FORGET? Luke 17:1-6; Col. 3:12-15 I. THE MEANING OF FORGIVENESS A. Aphiemi = To send away; to cancel the debt; to remit; to totally remove; thus, never be liable for the obligation again. ·(Mat 18:27) The servant's master took pity on him, canceled the debt and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-6, Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Love

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 17, 2020

Perspective on loving others.

INTRODUCTION 1. In the minds of many, love is simply an emotion... a. A feeling that cannot be forced b. An emotion that can come and go (e.g., "I don't love you anymore...") 2. Yet we are commanded to love... a. And not just in the sense of active good will b. But ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30, Matthew 5:44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational