Sermons on Departing From Living God:

Staying Connected

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 8, 2020

In order to hear from the Father we must stay connected to Jesus.

STAYING CONNECTED Text: John 15:1-8 Introduction 1. Today we begin a year of rest and reflection. A. Resting from outreach. B. Reflecting on our ministry. 2. We will be seeking God for... A. A New Vision: What does the Lord want our church to look like B. A New Focus: Who does the Lord want us ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Burning Bush

Contributed by D. Walls on Nov 18, 2011

Talks about how holy God is in relation to man.

“THE BURNING BUSH” TEXT: Exo 3:4 And when the LORD saw that he turned aside to see, God called unto him out of the midst of the bush, and said, Moses, Moses. And he said, Here am I. B.R.: EX. 3:1-4 INTRODUCTION: As I read in our bible passage, we find Moses keeping his ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Holiness

Someone To Live And Die For Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 6, 2017

In this sermon, we consider Paul's confidence, conviction and conflict that gave him someone to live and die for.

Introduction: A. Life can often be complicated and confusing! – How is that for an understatement? 1. In his famous “Peanuts” cartoon, Charles Shultz marvelously captured that reality of life. 2. In one cartoon, Lucy was front and center, delivering one of her characteristic lectures. 3. She ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 2: When Doubts Make Us Fail

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 12, 2010

This series is not about sin, but about our failures.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. This series is not about sin, but about our failures. Failure is: (a) omission to do your duty, (b) not measuring up to standards, (c) inability to perform, (d) unwilling to perform. 2. Difference between: (a) intentional, you must confess (I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Overview Of Genesis 1-9

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 27, 2009

An overview of the first 9 chapters of Genesis. We will be offering a teaching overview for the mid-week services on each book of the Bible, going from Genesis to the book of Revelation.

No matter which version of the Bible you open, you will see very similar wording, in GENESIS 1:1. ‘In the beginning, God created ....’ If you believe these first five words, you have the basics of a belief that will enable you to believe in the entire Bible as the true Word of God. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: *other

Stand Out From The Rest!

Contributed by Christopher Goelzer on Feb 5, 2004

Empower and encourage beleivers to excel as God’s people all for the sake of the gospel.

NIV 1 Corinthians 9:16 Yet when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel! 17 If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me. 18 What then is my reward? Just this: that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Do What You Say. Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Aug 16, 2017

In Psalm 119, David explains that before he took the wrong way and it left him broken. But now, he’s listening to God. Do you have a similar story? Ever taken the wrong way?

**Well… welcome to Embrace… at all of our campuses… and wherever you’re joining us from… we’re so excited that you’re here. My name is Adam… I’m one of the pastors here… and as always…we are truly thrilled… ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1

The Tragedy Of Tolerance Series

Contributed by Allen James on Sep 29, 2011

Part 4 of 7 in our summer series exploring the letters to the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. Today's message examines the letter to the Church at Thyatira.

Longest of 7 letters... written to church in smallest & prob least imp town. READ TEXT OPENING: What do you value? Americans values... individual freedom... a choice in education... the family... privacy... different in other cultures... INTRODUCTION: The values of GOD are not the values of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

5 Avenues Of The Soul

Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 20, 2011

The soul is in imminent peril of being lost. • The powers of hell are laboring to destroy the soul. From these five avenues the enemy tries to sabotage our soul's salvation 1. UNDERSTANDING-- The eye of the mind, the inlet of knowledge. 2. WILL--

5 AVENUES OF THE SOUL Sunday, February 06, 2011 Matt 10:28-31 28 And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell. 29 Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Well Runs Dry

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

When we are weary and worn-out, there is a well of living waters from which we can draw from to restore our strength.

When The Well Runs Dry Revelation 2:1-6 More than twenty years ago a young man entered college. It wasn't just any college - it was one of the most sterling examples of Christian education in the nation, Wheaton College in Chicago, Illinois. The young man was deeply in love with God and he wanted ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Separated From Darkness

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 27, 2022

When God commanded light to emerge, he did not discard darkness. He separated light from darkness and created day and night. The Lord that separated light from darkness will separate you from every work of darkness in Jesus name.

TEXT: GENESIS 1:3-4 (NLT) "Then God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. Then he separated the light from the darkness." LIGHT AND DARKNESS When God created light, he did not discard darkness. He only separated light from darkness. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-4, John 8:12, Luke 1:79

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anchored In Truth: Living A Transformed Life Through God’s Word Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 30, 2024

Explore what it means to live a life anchored in God's Word—transformed by His truth.

Anchored in Truth: Living a Transformed Life Through God’s Word Introduction: Today, we are considering a powerful truth that will change how we live our lives, if we allow it to. We are going to explore what it means to live a life anchored in God's Word—transformed by His truth. In a world ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, John 15:4-5, John 15:8, Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:10, Matthew 6:25-27, Colossians 3:2, John 8:31-32, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In The Last Days In The Power Of God’s Transformation – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 5, 2023

A seminar message based mainly on Romans 12:1-2. This considers transformation and resultant worship. All Christians are falling short if the truth of these two verses is not being taken seriously. We need transformation in individuals and churches.

LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS IN THE POWER OF GOD’S TRANSFORMATION – PART 1 This is a night message presented in Boston, England, a longer one. However for the purposes of length on SermonCentral, I have split the message into two parts. This is PART 1. [A]. THE WORLD’S WAY, BUT NOT OUR LIFE We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-14, Romans 12:1-2, Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Pentecost...love God-Live God … Ever Day... Series

Contributed by Hugh Laing on Feb 17, 2010

God gave us that BLUEPRINT...the BOOK OF ACTS SHOWS IT TO US...NOW ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS FOLLOW IT...

INTRODUCTION...A BLUEPRINT OR DETAILED PLAN OF ACTION FOR A CHURCH ON FIRE FOR GOD! God gave us that BLUEPRINT...the BOOK OF ACTS SHOWS IT TO US...NOW ALL WE HAVE TO DO IS FOLLOW IT... ACTS 2:1-13 says... “1 And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Live In God’s Eternal Plan - Ephesians 1:11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 2, 2025

God’s plan is never random, never accidental. Everything works together according to His will—and the centre of that plan is Christ.

Go! And Live in God’s Eternal Plan - Ephesians 1:11 Ephesians 1:11 (NLT) – “It is in Christ that we have been chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will.” Introduction: The God Who Has a Plan Good morning, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11, Romans 8:28-30, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:32, 1 Peter 1:2, Matthew 11:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal