Sermons on Determination To Succeed:

The Jabez Factor--Living Above Our Circumstances, Part 1

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

How to live above our circumstances? The story and prayer of Jabez will show us how.

May 4, 2002 I. INTRODUCTION: A. The theme for the month of May is prayer. B. There are many things that we can discuss and talk that relate to prayer. 1. We can discuss about answered prayers 2. We can talk about men and women of prayer 3. Bible promises about prayer 4. Important ingredients of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Adventist

Ten Practical Handles To Church Planting Movements By David Garrison

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 1, 2003

Ten Practical Handles to Church Planting Movements

Ten Practical Handles to Church Planting Movements by David Garrison Church Planting Movements are sovereign acts of God, but in His sovereign grace and mercy He has chosen to partner with us. There are some practical things that missionaries can do to help initiate or nurture a Church Planting ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Casting Bread – 5 Principles On Sowing

Contributed by Yuen Woh Voon on Apr 30, 2007

The goal of this sermon is to encourage believers to be faithfully sharing the gospel despite difficulties. If we do not sow, we will never reap.

CASTING BREAD – 5 PRINCIPLES ON SOWING In an agrarian society, seeds speak a different language to the people. To the sower, the seed gives hope of a bountiful harvest, whilst to the farmer’s wife, the seed can be processed into bread for food today. One can sow the seed or use it to make bread, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

Denomination: Charismatic

Placing Your Trust In God

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on May 28, 2007

This morning I want to focus on trusting God for everything in our lives. Trusting God means that we must lay aside our self and our plans and embrace the cross of Jesus Christ.

Introduction · This morning I want to focus on trusting God for everything in our lives. · Trusting God means that we must lay aside our self and our plans and embrace the cross of Jesus Christ. · To love God means to trust His power and not our own abilities to perform His will. · He wants you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joshua Generation Series

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Nov 3, 2005

God is looking for men and women that will not be afraid to stand for Him.

The Joshua Generation Numbers 14:5-10 God has representatives in all generations- the ambassadors to save deliver and bring people to the Promised Land. The word of God says, “This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob”- Psalms 24:6. From these teachings, we should ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:5-10

Denomination: Anglican

"Be Prayerful” (A Communion Message) Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 18, 2010

Our prayer life is a indicator of our reliance upon God. God’s will for each of us is that we so rely on Him that prayer is a spontaneous activity throughout our daily life as individuals and throughout our weekly activities as a church family.

Last time, we thought together about how it is God’s will for each of His children to be joyful. Now today, I want us to spend some time reflecting on the second thing that Paul says is God’s will for each of us - v. 17. There are two ways in which this needs to be applied: 1. It must be applied ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Why You Should Make A Covenant With Your Eyes Series

Contributed by Sheryln Miller on Apr 12, 2017

Discusses the benefits of making a covenant with our eyes, which is key to avoiding sin.

Job a man of wisdom made a covenant with his eyes not to look lustfully upon a woman. God appeared to be impressed with Job's actions and bragged about him to Satan, saying "Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recess Is Over

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 11, 2021

We have played church for too long. It is time to work as one.

Matthew 28:18 And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 14:26, Ephesians 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Family Unity

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 1, 2022

One of the many definitions of Family Unity has been stated as: “A primary social group consisting of parents and their offspring, the principle function of which is provision for its members.”

Barbara Pierce Bush, the first lady of the United States from 1989 to 1993 as the wife of President George H. W. Bush once remarked: "At the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict or not closing one more deal. You will regret time ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 3:14-15, 1 Peter 3:8

Transformed By Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 29, 2024

Psalm 119:93 reminds us of the life-giving power of God's commandments.

Transformed by Truth: Remembering God's Word Psalm 119:93 Psalm 119:93 (NLT): "I will never forget your commandments, for by them you give me life." Introduction Today, we return to the rich treasure of God's Word, specifically Psalm 119:93. This verse reminds us of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:93, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, John 6:63, Proverbs 4:20-22, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear God Not Karma

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 9, 2019

Karma is as unbiblical as luck. Stop using that term. Instant Karma's not going to get you.

John Lennon sang about “Instant Karma’s gonna get you” and even Christians will talk about Karma. Karma means deed or action and it is part of many beliefs in India as well as Taoism/Buddhism. Do you need to really worry about Karma? Karma is part of the belief that what we do here determines ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6, Galatians 6:7, Psalm 73:1-5, Romans 2:4, Hebrews 9:27-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Conquering The Mountains Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 19, 2022

A mountain is described as a large natural elevation of the earth’s surface which rises abruptly from its surrounding levels.

Barry Finlay, a Canadian-born author and mountain climber once remarked: “Every mountaintop is within reach if you just keep climbing.” Revelation 21:10 confirms: “And he carried me away in the Spirit to a great, high mountain, and showed me the holy city Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20, Isaiah 53:1-12, Isaiah 54:10, Galatians 6:9

Sermon On Grace Not Guilt

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 1, 2023

One of the pertinent definitions of grace which is available to all humans, at the pleasure of God, is the renewal of our mind and heart.

Max Lucado, an American author once remarked: “Grace is the voice that calls us to change and then gives us the power to pull it off.” Romans 11:6 confirms: “But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.” One of the pertinent definitions of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9, James 4:6, Hebrews 4:16, Isaiah 6:7

Leadership Transition Done God’s Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025

Leadership transition is a sacred responsibility that requires discernment, planning, and humility. When leaders follow God’s pattern, the result is progress, peace, and generational continuity.

LEADERSHIP TRANSITION DONE GOD’S WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 23:1-2 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 31:1-8, 2 Timothy 2:2, Proverbs 13:22, 1 Kings 1:32-35, Acts 1:20-26 INTRODUCTION: Leadership transition is an inevitable part of life, ministry, and organisations. However, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 23:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I'm Heading In The Right Direction Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 5, 2007

For a believer the final destination of heaven is settled, but there’s still the matter of living for today and developing Christlikeness.

I’m Heading In The Right Direction 7-29-07 New Series: The New Me – Pt. 4 Phil. 3:12-14 Intro. There’s a certain sense of excitement that wells up when you’re ready to set out on a trip to a place where you’ve never been before. Maybe it’s a vacation to an exotic location or a mission trip ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist