Sermons on Connecting With The People:

The Sermon Begins In The Parking Lot Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Dec 28, 2016

Welcome, Connection, Visitors, Family

The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - The Sermon Begins in the Parking Lot Colossians 3:17 (p. 822) January 8, 2017 Introduction: FUNNY PARKING LOT VIDEO (2 Minutes) Andy Stanley, the lead minister from Northpoint Community Church has a famous quote - “The sermon begins in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Source Of Encouragement

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 29, 2009

Where do Christians find energy and direction...the vine. The connection based on a divine relationship.

Source of Encouragement John 15:1-17 Look at this limb…withered leaves compared to the rest of the branch that I cut off of the bush. Broken right there by the trunk. If this were still on the bush it would not be long before it just dried up and fell on off on its own or Bobby and tony might ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Congregational

Breakthrough In Relationships Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 15, 2020

With the inner guiding and power of the Holy Spirit we can learn how to get a breakthrough in bad or strained relationships. Breakthrough is possible is most relationships. God designed us all to be in relationship with Him and with each other.

Video Transition: Les and Leslie Parrott - Relationships – Real Relationships clip Story: Les Parrot notes, “In the autumn of 1992, we did something unusual. We offered a course at Seattle Pacific University that promised to answer questions openly and honestly about family, friends, dating, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 3:16, 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

People Of His Pasture

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 23, 2008

Like some gigantic tuning fork the vibrations pulse through every part of the body and for some reason we can no longer stand. We often find ourselves on our knees overcome by a feeling of love that has washed through our entire frame. In a word we feel

People of His Pasture Scripture Readings: Psalm 95 and John 10:1-18 Today we celebrate the sacrament of communion and we receive eight new members into our church family. There are still others who also desire to join them in this commitment and we happily look forward to their celebration as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marking The People Of God Series

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Sep 8, 2010

When we mark the people of God, we are marking Jesus

Romans 16 : 17 We better not start something for God, and then back up Let me show you how the devil works Taking statistics this semester, I learned a lot Satan is real busy, and he wants us to give up The reason why is, whatever we give him; he will use it against us to cause discouragment Well, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Rash People Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

Jude’s love of threes continues in this section. Three men are brought forward as examples that prove the insurgents’ certain damnation. Each is mentioned in the Old Testament in negative terms and are well-known character to Jude’s Judaean audience.

Jude 1:11-Three Rash People Jude 1:11: “Woe to them! For they have gone the way of Cain, and for pay they have given themselves up to the error of Balaam, and perished in the rebellion of Korah.” (NASB). Woe unto them! It is an echo of Christ's denunciations in the first three Gospels, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:11

Denomination: Methodist

Breakthrough In Relationships Pt 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 25, 2020

Breakthrough is possible in most relationships if we allow the Holy Spirit to teach us key relationship skills. God designed us all to be in relationship with Him and with each other and he will help us get breakthroughs in our relationships if we ask Him for help.

Transition Video: You’re Not Listening – Skit Guys! Our Theme this year - Breakthrough 2020 Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for spiritual breakthroughs in our lives, our relationships, our souls, our families, our church, our school, and our community. This is our vision and prayer! But to get the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Ephesians 3:16, 1 Peter 1:22, Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am The Vine

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jun 19, 2018

Growth, Connection, Fruit, Discipleship

I AM - I AM the Vine June 24, 2018 John 15:1 (p. 752) Introduction: Marvin Yeager was almost 90 years old when I met him. I’d gone to visit his wife, Vernice at the hospital and then had her funeral after she lost her battle with cancer…Marvin was more country than any man ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sound Of The Breakers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to break through life's barriers with faith, using their unique voices to proclaim God's glory and step into their divine destiny.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ, to this blessed gathering where we are united in one spirit and one purpose. As we come together today, we are reminded of the words of the great Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "It is not how much we have, but how much we enjoy, that makes happiness." Indeed, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 2:12-13, Joshua 6:1-5, Joshua 6:19, Joshua 6:20

Topics: Breaker Anointing, Connected Sound

Are You Traveling Up To Jerusalem?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Sep 28, 2021

Do you have a spiritual life? This is an important feature for any person who wishes to connect with Jesus. Spiritual life means being able to connect to God through the Holy Spirit. This enables one to get closer to Christ.

Are you Traveling up to Jerusalem? Mark 10:32-34 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 32 They were on the road going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking on ahead of them; and they were amazed, and those who followed were fearful. And again He took the twelve aside and began to tell them what was going ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Forgiven People Forgive

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Oct 8, 2021

A message about relationships, forgiveness and the gospel

Title: “forgiven people forgive” October 3, 2021 Text: Matt 18:21-35 Subject: Why do we forgive? Complement: because we too are forgiven. Big idea: Forgiven people forgive. 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Colossians 3:13, James 2:13, Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming People Of Grace

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

We think that we can approach forgiveness with some half-measures that look pretty good to us. Jesus sets a standard that is incredibly high, but one that He has already met.

Passage: Matthew 18:21-35 Intro: Few things we can do will have such a powerful impact on our lives. 1. this is an area where the battle will rage with great force, because of what is at stake. 2. there is something about holding grudges that fills a great need in us. 3. there are few thing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Something Bigger Than Me Series

Contributed by Terry Jones on Jan 15, 2009

In this second message on developing a healthy church, Pastor Terry continues his series focused on developing CORE within the Body. The first essential to being a person of CORE is to be connected. As a local church and individual members of it, we mus

Out text is nestled in the middle of dialog between the King and the Prophet and between a worshipper and His God. Chapter 17 opens with the scene of David, perhaps, giving the Prophet Nathan a tour of the Palace. As they walk through the magnificent halls, I can imagine that they step out on a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our God And Father Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 5, 2012

Adoption, family love, connection

OUR GOD AND FATHER (Adoption Sunday) 1 Thess 3: 11-13 (p 836) Nov. 4, 2012 INTRODUCTION: How do you get to the place where you genuinely consider someone who is not your Biological Mom or Dad…your mother or father..? I know there are cliché’s and quotes…like ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Privileges Of God's People Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 1, 2014

When we know what have in Christ, we'll live what we love.

The Privileges of God’s People 1 Peter 2:4-12 Rev. Brian Bill November 1-2, 2014 An oxymoron is a rhetorical device in which two seemingly contradictory words are used together for effect. Here are some examples. An Actual Reenactment Excruciatingly Joyful – that’s how I felt ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist