Sermons on Connecting To Others:

The Significance And Meaning Of The Transfiguration And Substitutionary Atonement

Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019

The transfiguration of Jesus both connects Jesus with Moses, and, at the same time, marks the end of the Old Covenant. Paul's commentary on the transfiguration helps us understand our call, as Christians, to transformational ministry.

(If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Today is the Sunday of the church year that is referred to as "Transfiguration Sunday". Like Christmas, Easter, and other special days, this particular Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Julia Cramer on Oct 30, 2021

Prayer - the whisper of the soul, has four dimensions. The mystery of Prayer connects us to God; it is the glue that fastens our heart to God and focuses our mind on Him. Prayer is the breath of the soul in sync with the song of the Savior.

How many of you are inspired by Art? Motivated by music? Stirred by a poem? Touched by colors, patterns, and designs? Moved by nature? Changed by Relationships? In a very similar way – we should be inspired, motivated, stirred, touched, moved, and changed by our Prayer Life. Prayer – The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, John 14:3

Denomination: United Methodist

Laodicea: Things Spoil At Room Temperature Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 16, 2003

The world will invade us with its values. But we are called to be "hot" to pursue such things as compassion and evangelism and "cold" toward such things as hostility and prejudice. We can sustain these values if we are connected to one another and to Go

The Harlem Renaissance poet, Langston Hughes, speaks to me. I trust he also speaks to you. In fact, that is the very title of his poem! “To You” To sit and dream, to sit and read, To sit and learn about the world Outside our world of here and now – our problem world – To dream of vast horizons ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Always Near Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 28, 2003

The word “ignorant” occurs 13 times in the Bible and is connected with some important spiritual facts we should all know and never forget. That is why today we cover the spiritual Truth that God is always near.

IGNORANT SERIES: GOD IS ALWAYS NEAR PSALM 73:21-28 INTRODUCTION According to the American Heritage Dictionary, the word “ignorant” means unaware or uniformed. I would like us, for the next few weeks, to look at some spiritual facts that you may be unaware of or have forgotten. Most of the time ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:21-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

05 - James 2:14-26 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 25, 2021

This is 5th of 11 Studies in the Book of James. In this study we'll be looking at the fact that faith that is not followed up with a life of love and obedience is no faith at all. Connections are made with the faith of Abraham and that of Rahab as well.

James 2:14-17 “What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? 15 If a brother or sister is naked and destitute of daily food, 16 and one of you says to them, “Depart in peace, be warmed and filled,” but you do not give them the things ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Genesis 15:6, 2 Chronicles 20:7, Isaiah 41:8, Joshua 2:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004

Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19, Philippians 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Teamwork In Transit To Jesus (2022 Version)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022

The paralytic in Mark 2:1-12 had paralysis that was obviously caused by his sin. His suffering and his sin were somehow connected. That is why Jesus enables the paralyzed man to experience healing as forgiveness.

TEAMWORK IN TRANSIT TO JESUS Text: Mark 2:1-12 Mark 2:1-12  When he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home.  (2)  So many gathered around that there was no longer room for them, not even in front of the door; and he was speaking the word to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Encouragement Jumper Leads Series

Contributed by Brian Winslade on Jul 21, 2001

Following the example of Barnabas in being known for our encouragement of others

Encouragement Jumper Leads Unedited transcript of sermon delivered at Windsor Park Baptist Church 550 East Coast Rd, Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand, E-mail: bnw@wpbc.org.nz Sunday 29/4/2001,  Brian Winslade, All rights reserved You might have heard the story of the married couple ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8, 1 Chronicles 21:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming Loving & Sacrificial Series

Contributed by Scott Brewer on Aug 7, 2007

Loving others well is the chief evidence that one is a Christ follower.

An Incarnational, Missional People Becoming Loving & Sacrificial 1 John 3:11-24 Is there enough evidence to convict you of being a Christ-follower? Hamilton County Municipal Court Judge John Burlew was on the bench in April when Eric Hine, 43, of Cincinnati, came before him on a charge of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Hear Isaiah’s Advent Call!

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Dec 1, 2025

For our sermon this morning we are invited to hear a message from the Prophet Isaiah in his role as an Advent preacher. Actually, we hear three messages connected to three voices calling out in his prophecy.

They were all Advent preachers. From Moses to Malachi their messages were the same. Repent. Return. Believe. Yes, they delivered their messages in different ways, and at different times. But ultimately, they were the voices of God calling his people to turn away from their sins, return to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Instructions For Those Who Get Sick ! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010

James gives instructions for those who get sick which puts a responsibility upon the sick to let other members of the church know that they are sick and not to leave it up to others to find out about their sickness by accident.

INTRODUCTION #34 1. Open your bibles to James 5:14. Here, James ask the question: “Is anyone among you sick”? Let those of us who are not sick think about this question for a few moments. 2. Most all congregations have a large number on the sick list at all times. James’ ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer And Planning Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Dec 11, 2011

When God burdens us in our prayer life he is preparing us to do something about that burden in someone elses life. When our prayers connect with God's plans great things happen.

Intro: Tomas A Edison “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed up in overalls and looks like work.” I agree with Mark Driscoll pastor of Mars Hill Church in Seattle Washington. “We need far less people criticizing and writing books about what is wrong with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Personal Jesus? Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Apr 26, 2007

God desires us to reach out to others beyond our comfort zone.

April 29, 2007 Me: Really into 80’s music. Depeche Mode 1989 hit “Personal Jesus” Your own personal Jesus Someone to hear your prayers Someone who cares Your own personal jesus Someone to hear your prayers Someone whos there Sometimes we have this idea that Jesus is our own personal little God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Core 52 Week 29 - Finding True Rest Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jul 19, 2020

The Sabbath was made for us, not the other way around. Finding true rest in Christ alone.

You can hear the audio of this sermon at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/4632668 Intro: • Lana asked on FB last week (w/o any idea this was coming up) what heaven would be like. Answers tell us a lot about ourselves. Nearly all of them appealed to our sense of gaining peace and rest in some ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Genesis 2:2-3, Mark 2:24, Mark 2:27-28, Colossians 2:20-21, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Love & Doctrine Series

Contributed by Othniel Andrew on Mar 16, 2018

There is a lot of confusion and confrontation when it comes to love and doctrine. Many argue that love is more important or love is enough! On the other hand, there are others who emphasize more on doctrine and avoid others who don't agree with them.

The Importance of Love & Doctrine ***************************** Mark 1:22 And they were astonished at His doctrine: for He taught them as one that had authority, and not as the scribes. John 14:21 He that hath my commandments, and keepeth them, he it is that loveth me: and he that loveth me shall ...read more

Denomination: Independent Bible