Sermons on Desires:

Living Transformed Lives: Setting Our Minds On Things Above Colossians 3:1-2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 23, 2024

In Colossians 3:1-2, the Apostle Paul offers profound wisdom on how we should approach life as followers of Christ. Let us explore these verses together and discover how we can live transformed lives by setting our minds on things above.

Living Transformed Lives: Setting Our Minds on Things Above Colossians 3:1-2 Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters, as we gather today, let us turn our hearts and minds to the eternal truths found in God's Word. In Colossians 3:1-2, the Apostle Paul offers profound wisdom on how we should ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2, Romans 6:4, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 3:20-21, Ephesians 2:6, 2 Corinthians 4:18, Philippians 4:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Partakers Of The Divine Nature 2 Peter 1:4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 12, 2024

Peter unveils a profound truth about our identity as believers—our participation in the divine nature. Let us delve into this scripture and uncover its riches, allowing it to deepen our understanding of who we are in Christ and how we are called to live transformed lives.

Partakers of the Divine Nature 2 Peter 1:4 Introduction: Today we embark on a journey of discovery into the transformative power of God's truth, as revealed in 2 Peter 1:4. In this passage, Peter unveils a profound truth about our identity as believers—our participation in the divine nature. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 4:20-21, Romans 8:11, Romans 1:21-25, Ephesians 2:1-3, 1 John 2:15-17, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 4:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Spirit-Filled Marriage

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 30, 2025

A Spirit-filled marriage is a profound representation of Christ's love, requiring mutual submission that leads to deep connection and growth, transforming struggles into opportunities for grace and unity.

A Spirit-filled Marriage Ephesians 5: 22-33 Through our study in recent weeks, we have discovered much about our walk with the Lord and among the world. We have been challenged to walk in love, righteousness, light, and awareness. In our text, Paul continues to deal with the walk of believers, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

God's Purpose For Fasting PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Good morning, family. Today, we’re talking about a practice that is as old as our faith itself, yet often misunderstood or overlooked - fasting. Now, don't start squirming in your seats just yet! I promise, by the end of this sermon, you'll see fasting in a whole new light. We're going to explore ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-3, Nehemiah 1:4

Topics: Fasting

Unchained By Humility PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Good morning, Church! I'm so glad to see all of you here today, and I believe that God has a powerful message for each one of us. Today, we're going to be talking about the power of humility, the example of Jesus, and the freedom of serving others. Before we dive into the Scripture, I want to share ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Topics: Humility

Break Up Your Fallow Ground PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

This sermon encourages self-examination of our hearts and commitment to God, using Hosea 10 as a mirror to reflect our spiritual state and need for reformation. Key

Good morning, beloved. It is indeed a joy to stand before you today. Together, we stand on the precipice of a new week, a new dawn, filled with promise and potential. This is a day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it, to bask in the warm glow of His love, and to ...read more

Topics: Hard Heart

Don't Follow The World PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 12, 2023

Explores the Christian journey of sanctification and transformation, urging believers to live sacrificially and resist worldly influences for spiritual growth.

Good morning, beloved. I greet you in the precious name of Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and the Sustainer of our faith. Today, we gather not as mere individuals, but as a family of believers, unified in our desire to know God more deeply, to grow in our faith, and to allow His Word to shape us and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Spiritual Transformation

The Lord Is In Control PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 26, 2023

This sermon explores acknowledging God's sovereignty, cultivating faith in His power, and living in a way that allows us to receive His blessings.

Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to be here with you today, gathered in His name, under His roof, and for His glory. We are here today to discuss a topic that is as old as creation itself, yet as fresh as the morning dew. It's a topic that has the power to transform our lives, our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-5

Topics: God's Power

Victory In Submission PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the strength and victory found in submission to God, encouraging believers to surrender their will and seek His kingdom first.

Beloved in Christ, I am grateful to be standing before you today, as we gather in unity to break the bread of God's word. It is with a heart full of anticipation that I invite you to join me in unearthing the treasures of God's wisdom, as we focus our hearts and minds on the theme of submission. In ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10, Matthew 6:10, Ephesians 5:15-20

Topics: Submitting To God, Prayer

Seeking God And Holiness

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 2, 2003

Seeking God requires a commitment to growing in personal holiness.

For the past few weeks, we’ve been considering, in a broad sense, the topic of seeking God. What it means to pursue God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Why we should desire to do so, why it’s beneficial and even essential that we continue striving for God throughout our lives – ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

Tending To The Heart (The Tenth Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 23, 2001

Answers to three questions: What is coveting? Why is it bad? How can we be free from it?

There’s a new religious cult in our community, and most of us haven’t even noticed it. This cult is far larger than the ones you’ve heard about on the radio or read about in most books about cults. I’m talking about the cult of consumerism, the false religion of more (Buchanan 63-64). This cult ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Want It Now! Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 13, 2006

Examines the problem of materialism and unbridled consumerism in our relationship with God

1. Title: I Want It Now! (Unbridled Consumerism, Materialism, Greed) 2. Text: I Timothy 6:3-10; Philippians 4:11-13; Hebrews 13:5; Ecclesiastes 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, March 5, 2006, 7th in the series ‘A Clear and Present Danger” 4. Objectives: -for the people to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

My Gay Neighbor Series

Contributed by John Sears on Nov 6, 2013

There are few issues more polarizing than homosexuality. How should the church respond to criticism lobbied by the LGBT community. How do we approach our gay neighbor?

My Gay Neighbor Introduction Today’s topic is a difficult one. In fact, there are few topics that can be more divisive in our culture than the subject of homosexuality. People on both sides of the subject are passionate about their opinions. The debate has reached fever pitch recently as ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Your Kingdom And Your Will

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Jan 13, 2012

We need to make God's kingdom the first priority in our lives.

New York Stockbroker had just purchased a brand new porsche. He parked it in front of his office to show it off to his colleagues. As he’s getting out of the car, an SUV comes speeding along too close to the curb and takes off the door before driving off. The man gets very upset. He grabs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And The Law Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 24, 2011

In Romans 6, Paul dealt with those who think they can do whatever they want now, even live sinfully. Now Paul turns to those who think they need to follow “the rules” in order to be a Christian. What we find is that our only hope for living is a relatio

The Law and the Christian The Law does not have authority over us (v. 1-6) The Law does still have purpose for us (v.7-13) The Law does not have power to change us (v.14-25) Slide Intro It has been hot out there! We have been facing extreme heat this past week. On Thursday, while driving, my car ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational