Sermons on Change Direction:

The Unique Physique Of The Meek Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 19, 2008

If we will trade in our own demands and expectations for Christ’s meekness, we will discover a strength that can change this world.

Living in the Father’s Favor: The Unique Physique of the Meek Matt. 5:5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth Intro: As we continue our study of the beatitudes or the blessings, hopefully we will see that the character Jesus calls us to reflects a higher standard than many will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Justified By Works - Does James Contradict Paul? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 20, 2014

James and Paul seem to be saying something different about faith. But their message is the same. True faith results in a changed life.

James’ teaching on Faith seem to contradict what Paul teaches about Faith. I want to answer this question as we our study of James brings us to James’ familiar statement in chapter 2. “Faith without works is dead.” Is James contradicting what Paul writes in Romans, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:20-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Crying To Crying Out

Contributed by Thomas Giddens on Oct 23, 2014

Things change when we turn from crying about our circumstances to crying out to God about them.

Isaiah 30:18-26 Therefore the Lord will wait, that He may be gracious to you; And therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you. For the Lord is a God of justice; Blessed are all those who wait for Him. For the people shall dwell in Zion at Jerusalem; You shall weep no more. He will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:18-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Remains The Same

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 5, 2013

To show that Only JESUS never changes and remains the same so we can completely, absolutely and infinitely count on Him.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you change? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that Only JESUS never changes and remains the same so we can completely, absolutely and infinitely count on Him. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 1:12 (The Message) 1:12 You'll fold them up like a worn-out cloak, and lay ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Characteristics Of A World Changer

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 14, 2018

To turn the world upside down you need to be committed, willing to change, walk with Jesus, love people, disciple, and be bold.

THE CHARACTERISTICS OF A WORLD CHANGER Acts 17:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HUMOR: THE PREACHER & SIN 1. A pastor was in a discussion with an woman church member about her elderly Aunt who’d finally “seen the light” and joined the church after a lifetime of riotous living. "Will my Aunt's sins be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Preparing For The Coming Of Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 5, 2016

An authentic faith – which is never comfortable or completely personal – always involves a deep desire to change the world

Thursday of the 31st Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel We stand now very close to the conclusion of our liturgical year, our holy year of grace and mercy that concludes on the Feast of Christ the King. I’m doubly blessed because I get to celebrate Christ the King Sunday twice. In the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:7-20

Denomination: Catholic

Train Yourself To Be Godly Series

Contributed by Ashley Benjamin on Aug 13, 2020

How do we have godliness in a world that is constantly changing? What is the importance of keeping our focus and pursuits right?

Difference between the Worldly and Godly Lifestyle: Proverbs 14:12 (KJV) There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death. There is this pattern we follow in our everyday life. Life usually revolves around the eating, drinking and being merry (Luke ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do We Have A Preference Or A Conviction

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jul 27, 2020

If our faith changes or bends under any circumstance, even in the face of certain death, we have a preference and not a conviction.

Daniel 3:8–18 In 1972 the Supreme Court ruled in Wisconsin vs. Yoder that the only religious beliefs protected under the First Amendment are convictions. Preferences, the Court said, are not. [Amish families did not want their children in Public School pass the 8th grade and the state said they ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Can We Exchange For Our Soul?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 27, 2021

What can anyone exchange for their soul? Jesus already exchanged his life. Christ-followers have changed lives.

WHAT CAN WE EXCHANGE FOR OUR SOUL? (Outline) February 21, 2021 - Lent 1 - MATTHEW 16:21-26 INTRO: Jesus taught about counting the cost. A king counts the cost of going to war. Do we have the means and ability to defeat our enemy? A person who builds a tower counts the cost for these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Lutheran

3 Stones

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 9, 2021

He could have changed the stone. He should have thrown the stone. He did roll back the stone.

3 STONES Matthew 4:1-4, John 8:3-11, Mark 16:4-6 #3Stones INTRODUCTION… https://www.livescience.com/29844-worlds-most-famous-rocks.html Rocks are an often-overlooked part of the landscape after all, they don't move in the breeze or blossom into pretty flowers, but rocks can actually be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4, John 8:3-11, Mark 16:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Levitical Census (Numbers 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 4, 2024

With the change from firstborn to Levi, what did that foreshadow about Jesus? Let's look at Numbers 3.

Did God change the role of the firstborn dedicated to Him to another group? What were their various duties? Who is the firstborn for Christians? Let’s look at Numbers 3. What family tragedy happened with Aaron’s four sons in the wilderness? Now these are the records of the generations of Aaron ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being Different: Different Fruit Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 11, 2025

If we are going to strive to be different, we must first think differently, then prove our change by our different actions.

The fruit of the Spirit is the spontaneous work of the Holy Spirit in us. The Spirit produces these character traits that are found in the nature of Christ. They are the byproducts of Christ’s control—we can’t obtain them by trying to get them without his help. If we want the fruit of the Spirit to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: United Methodist

"hopelessness"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 20, 2023

Examples of hopelessness situations, which was the experience of the two Emmaus disciples as they walked home on Easter morning. Suddenly their world changed.

In Jesus Holy Name April 23,2023 Text: Luke 24:17 Easter III Redeemer “Hopelessness” Test data released by the Illinois State Board of Education once again shows the Chicago Public Schools system ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, Luke 24:25-32

Denomination: Lutheran

It Is Finished

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 21, 2021

Sermon over the life changing work of Jesus and the unexpected actions of people. Healing. Salvation. By His wounds we are healed!

It is finished - Labor is finished - Need to wory is finished o This world has been conquered - Chains of slavery to sin – broken o bondage is no more - No longer a slave to fear! - This world is temporary – Your life is eternal! These words should mean something! The problem is, you and I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5, John 3:1-2, Matthew 27:57, John 3:14, Deuteronomy 21:22-23, John 20:29, Luke 23:44-48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys - Titus Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 12, 2024

Metanoia leads to a process of Christian evolution which demonstrates the inner change by an eagerness to be more like Jesus in word and deed.

Creative: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/Titus (8:21) References: Quest Bible Overviews p:1756-59, The Bible Exposition Commentary (Wiersbe) Volume II, p. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational