Sermons on Changed Present:

"Look How She's Changed"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 26, 2002

A sermon about the first non-Jewish Evangelist in Samaria.

John 4:5-42 “Look How She’s Changed” By: Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Samaria was a region located between Galilee to the North and Judea to the south. In Jesus’ day, Jews would try to avoid going through Samaria--by going around it. You ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Following Christ Means Change Series

Contributed by John Baggett on Oct 29, 2005

Following Jesus meant for His disciples and means for us. (1)Change of FOCUS (2)Change that brings FORSAKING some things (3) Changing POWER into our lives. Part of a series but can be preached alone.

This sermon is part of a series called Back to the Future. The sermon is easily adaptable to be preached individually without any serious flow change. ** Following Christ Means Change Mt 4 ** How many of you rode into church this morning on a horse? I know there was a day some of you did come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

New Leaders - Changing Of The Guard

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 28, 2002

Leadership, as in a nation, changes. We must always be finding, and training new leaders to guide the church in the days ahead.

January 28, 2001 Deut. 31:1-8 ¡§New leaders ¡V changing of the guard¡¨ INTRODUCTION Our nation has just completed the process that we go through every 4 years. Last Saturday, most of you probably watched as George W. Bush was sworn in as our nation¡¦s 43rd president. We chose a new ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Some Things Never Change Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 1, 2008

In the midst of an ever-changing world Christ and message of God’s love stays the same

Do you remember when General Motors declared, “It’s not your father’s Oldsmobile"? It was suppose to reinvent the brand for an upcoming generation. It didn’t work. The last models of Oldsmobile rolled off the line in 2004. Radical, far-reaching, earth shattering change rocks everyone eventually ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Some Things Will Never Change

Contributed by James Hardy on Apr 14, 2004

In a world that is changing so rapidly, there are some things that will never change.

Some things Will Never Change. I. The Word of God will never change: HEAVEN AND EARTH WILL PASS AWAY BUT MY WORD WILL NOT PASS AWAY. A. No matter how many translations. B. No matter how many interpretations. c. No matter what new revelations. d. No matter how ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Candlemas, The Story Of Simeon, How Can We Prepare For Death?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Feb 3, 2014

Candle-mas, the story of Simeon is a simple story, but if you look closely, there is a lot about the way we should be living our lives … as either Jesus will appear one day on earth, or we will die and meet him in heaven; either way, we want to be ready.

Word Count: 2579 This sermon was delivered to the congregation in St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 2nd February 2014: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: "Candle-mas", the story of Simeon is a simple story, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Episcopal

God Changes The Ordinary Into Extraordinary Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 13, 2014

The Account in Acts 3 and 4 deals with just a regular day, but God turned it for many people into an extraordinary day. There was a healing, preaching, two men arrested, and a major church growth, because of the working of God.

God Changes The Ordinary Into Extraordinary Acts 3:1-4:22 Audio Link to hear this sermon: http://chirb.it/6xyE3J INTRODUCTION: 1.) Have you ever got out of bed thinking this is going to be an ordinary run of the mill day, but by the end of the day, you found it was anything but? 2.) That is ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Can Change You

Contributed by Alvaro Dominguez on May 15, 2004

Sometimes we try hard to change, but that’s God’s duty not ours. We only surrender to his power.

God Can Change You Sunday, May 16, 2004 Ezk. 36:24-31 INTRO. What can you do when there is no desire for change? What can be done to put that desire in you and how can that change come about? The answer is: “Surrender”. Be convinced in your mind what God can do for you. You are not responsible for ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Our Refuge And Strength Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 31, 2017

When things are changing and threatening around you, focus your attention on God. He is with you; you have His presence, since you have His Spirit within. He is your refuge, since you have His protection. And, He helps you by His power.

3-30-04 Title: God is our refuge and strength Text: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1). Bible Reading: Psalm 46 1 God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. 2 Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Courageous Leadership In Times Of Change SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

A discourse on the necessity for men of courage and integrity during periods of transition.

During times of transition, it is crucial to have men of courage and integrity who can discern the needs of the hour. In the book of 1 Chronicles, we find a group of men from the tribe of Issachar who possessed this unique ability. They understood the times and knew what Israel should do. Let us ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Topics: Leadership, Courage, Integrity, Transition

Maundy Thursday Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 17, 2025

Maundy means commandment. Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday, green Thursday. The Commandment is “to Love and Serve and Sacrifice”. Jeremiah 31:31-34 to show that God told the Israelites that one day, He would make a new covenant with them.  

Theme: Meat & Blood Text: Matthew 26:26-30   Introduction: Maundy Thursday reveals two things one is commandment and the other is covenant. Maundy means commandment. Commandment Thursday, Holy Thursday, green Thursday in Germany (ref: Britannica).  The Commandment is “to Love and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Methodist

Is Truth Absolute Or Ever Changing? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 11, 2008

This message compares the postmodern view of truth with the Biblical view.

Does truth change? "All is relative" has become one of the slogans of our generation. In the Western World, multitudes have rejected the possibility that such a thing as absolute truth could exist. We often hear phrases like "that may be true for you, but it’s not true for me". Truth is seen as a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Esau Meets A Changed Man Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jun 9, 2022

After Jacob wrestles with God and becomes Israel he must face his brother Esau He fled from him 20 years earlier. Prayer can break down the barriers. It was sin that made the two brothers enemies. It was God’s grace that made the two enemies brothers.

Before Augustine became a Christian, he lived a life of sin. Then he became a changed man. When a woman of immorality and his former mistress saw Augustine, he passed by her. What are you doing? she asked, don’t you recognize me? It is I? Yes, Augustine said, but it is no longer I. The man who ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Has The Resurrection Changed You?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 22, 2023

If we aren't in awe of the resurrection of Jesus as a historical event, we may only see it as a fairytale. The resurrection is scientifically impossible, but historically true. The resurrection is history-making, earth-shaking, life-transforming, and eternity-changing truth.

Jesus is the risen King who is victorious over death, recognized by His disciples, validated by Scripture, and enthroned over all creation. That truth changes our faith, theology, and life. The resurrection also changes our practical living. The resurrection isn't just a doctrine to believe, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-49

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Presentation Of The Lord And The Consecrated Day: Timeless Insights Into The Universal Human Quest For Meaning And Significance

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 1, 2024

The Presentation of the Lord and the Consecrated Day: Timeless insights into the universal human quest for meaning and significance

The Presentation of the Lord and the Consecrated Day: Timeless insights into the universal human quest for meaning and significance Scripture: Luke 2:22-40 Reflection In Christian tradition, Candlemas, also known as the Presentation of the Lord, is extremely important. This feast honors the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Other