Sermons on Change Direction:

What Not To Wear Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 14, 2013

Sometimes what we wear does not reflect who we are, it is time for us to make some changes

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many of you watch the self-improvement shows on TV? • There is an appeal to those shows for many folks. Some if the appeal is the desire to make some changes in our own lives. • Some of the appeal is seeing others being able to make the changes ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing And Doing, Two Different Things Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Jan 16, 2002

I know I am supposed to change the oil in my car every 3,000 miles. I know that. I know that if I change it regularly my engine will last longer. I know that. In actuality I change oil about every 5,000-7,000 because I have it serviced four times a ye

WW011602 Knowing and doing -two different things John 9:39-10:3 Beginning: I know I am supposed to change the oil in my car every 3,000 miles. I know that. I know that if I change it regularly my engine will last longer. I know that. In actuality I change oil about every 5,000-7,000 because ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 3 - Going The Wrong Way Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Aug 28, 2024

What is God’s purpose for establishing the church? Are we fulfilling this purpose or running in the wrong direction like Jonah did? As a church may we realize our purpose and fulfill it at all cost.

We read in Jonah 1:3, “But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the LORD. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. So he paid the fare and went down into it, to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the LORD.” (ESV) The word of the Lord we saw in the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:3, Luke 3:2, Luke 3:7, Luke 3:12, Luke 2:25-32, Luke 2:36-38, Matthew 24:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Dependence Day Has Come...

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 1, 2018

God wants you to realize, to know and to have the confidence as a child of God, as you depend on your relationship with Jesus, to not look at your situation as impossible. But with Him leading and directing the way everything is possible.

Dependence Day Illus. Jerry Flurry A visitor to the White House when Lincoln was president was with Lincoln for three weeks as his guest. One night, soon after the Battle of Bull Run, this visitor could not sleep. Suddenly he heard a low voice proceeding from the room where the president slept. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Real Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 16, 2002

Moses dramatically changed at one point of his life. How and why did it happen?

OPENING: Arthur Tonne tells of an overnight visitor to the White House during the Coolidge administration. Calvin Coolidge was not one of the warmest people to be around - he was well known for his brevity and taciturn nature. Seated at breakfast with President, the visitor determined to attempt ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 22, 2002

When we come face to face with the ascension of Jesus Christ, our lives are changed.

“THE ASCENSION OF JESUS CHRIST” Acts 1:9-11 April 14, 2002—FBC, Richland In one of the Calvin and Hobbes cartoon strips, Calvin and Hobbes are lying under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day. Calvin, the hyperactive little boy, asks, “What if there is no heaven? What if this is all we get?” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Now He's Everywhere

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 1, 2002

When Jesus ascended, something changed. Now, he fills everything in every way.

THE ASCENSION: NOW HE’S EVERYWHERE (Ephesians 1:16-23) A fellow was writing about a scene he had witnessed in the mountains of Colorado. He was driving uphill along a major interstate when he overtook a long freight train going the same way, but at a slower speed. The train was being pushed by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

The Prayer Of Jabez! Series

Contributed by Quinton Williamson on May 29, 2003

To let people know that prayer does indeed change the outcome of lifes trials and circumstances.

SUBJECT: THE PRAYER OF JABEZ! SCRIPTURE: 1CHRONICLES 4:9-10 Introduction Most of this books first few chapters are often overlooked. Because much of it is considered boring and it is full of difficult names to pronounce. Most of these first few chapters are only listing the descendants of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Believed The Love?

Contributed by Jim Grinnell on Dec 10, 2002

If we really believed God’s love for us, how would it change us?

Have You Believed the Love? December 8, 2002 TEXT: 1 John 4:8-19 (key verse 16-18) PURPOSE: Reassurance of God’s love for each one of us SEMINAL: If we really knew we were loved . . . How has He loved us . . . Have you believed the love? INTRO: If we really knew we were loved by God . . ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do What Comes Naturally Series

Contributed by Dennis Harbach on Oct 1, 2002

Knowing that God goes with us changes everything- especially our lives of worship and giving.

Doing what comes naturally Genesis 28:10-22 I was intrigued by this article about the ministry and leadership that I saw this week. The author began by describing why he was credible. He explained how he started his own communications business in the 70’s. It was instantly successful. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Mission Of Satan

Contributed by Michael Stover on Jan 11, 2002

Satan is on a mission of his on making. His main strategies have not changed. What are they?

I. Distraction (verse 1) A. Used something out of the ordinary 1. ‘Look! A talking serpent!’ 2. Events 3. Pursuits 4. Gossip 5. Troubles 6. Samson & Delilah 7. David & Bathsheba 8. Solomon & wives 9. Achan & treasure B. Questioned God’s Word 1. ‘Is that really what God said?’ 2. ‘Is that what God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did The Cheering Stop?

Contributed by Jerry La Pere on Mar 19, 2005

A historical look an the first Palm Sunday and how crowds, then and now, haven’t changed.

Why Did the Cheering Stop? First Preached at Allen Park Baptist Church 3/20/2005 Scripture:Matthew 21:1-11 As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage on the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and at once you will find a donkey tied ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Success God's Way Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 28, 2005

This sermon looks at three dramatic changes in Saul and how those around him responded.

Success God’s Way: Acts 9:20-25: 2-6-05 am service Saul’s conversion brought about a drastic change in his life. Three things that Changed about Saul… 1. His Message Old Saul: Breathed threats and murder New Saul: Preached Jesus is the Son of God 2. His Mission Old Saul: Tried to destroy “the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:20-25

Denomination: Baptist

Gods Design For Your Heart Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 18, 2004

First part of three part message of how God desires to change our lives.

“Extreme Life Makeover” Gods Design for Your Heart July 18, 2004 Intro: God created us with a heart to reflect his glory. The very center of our being was designed to be a reflection of who he is. “God created human beings; he created them godlike; Reflecting Gods nature.” Genesis 1:27 (The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:3-17

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Tall In An Uncertain World

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Sep 4, 2001

How to stay true to the faith when circumstances are fickle and things change around you

Standing tall in an uncertain world July 1999 Daniel 3 Is this an uncertain world? Right here where we live and breathe? Have you and I found certainty in this world? Just the other day while I was in Calgary, I heard from a friend of mine who works at a downtown office in Cal. I recall that she ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free