Sermons on Differences:

Be All That You Can Be Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 27, 2002

Making a difference.. with God!

BE ALL THAT YOU CAN BE 1 SAMUEL 16:14-23 INTRODUCTION: (Use Yoda - Great Warrior - video trailer - 27 seconds - optional) You’d have to be living under a rock not to have heard of Star Wars, but if you are not “into” the Star Wars saga you may not know that the two-foot tall, 800+year old ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Christian Church

What Do You Look For In Faith? Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Dec 1, 2014

a different perspective of faith

What do you look for in faith? What do you see? Text: Heb. 11:1 Intro: 1. Three simple questions challenge us daily in multitudes of ways: What do you believe? Why do you believe? How do you express that belief? 2. Faith is not a random, isolated topic confined to religion, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stay Passionate

Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 6, 2018

Passion is a difference maker!

Passion is a difference maker. It’s the fuel that mobilizes warriors to rush to battle, motivates scientist to find new cures, moves athletes to train, and sustains people like you and I to reach goals as we go through life. Passionate people are willing to do whatever it takes…willing to make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Put A Rainbow In The Clouds

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016

Different types of clouds.

GOD PUT A RAINBOW IN THE CLOUDS Genesis 8:11-15 INTRODUCTION: Noah and his family walked out of the Ark. The Lord made a covenant with Noah. He promised never to destroy the world by water again. So He placed a bow in the cloud. Let’s look at some of the clouds in the Bible: I. A THICK ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 31, 2009

Violation of the law of God in thought, word, and deed shows the sinfulness of the human heart. Sin is a contradiction to the holiness of God, whose image mankind bears. This depraved condition is called “original sin

PSALMS 51:1-12 REPENTANCE 1-31-09 Today I want to talk for a little while on the thought 0f “repentance”, we don’t hear very much about “repentance” these days, some people seem to have the idea that “repentance” is not for this day and time because we’re saved by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 25, 2014

A drama for children: Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand

Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand (This children’s address is based on John 6: 1-15.) A Theology: Jesus’ miracles of feeding the five thousand and walking on water give relevance to the meaning of his sermon at Capernaum. In his sermon Jesus said, “And this is the will of him who ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Do Not Mess With The Message

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 3, 2013

The Gospel Message Needs No Additions. Distorting the Gospel Message is a Serious Offense. Beloved in Christ, Only the Gospel "Saves".

For Those Nor Familiar with an Anglican Service there are four readings before the Sermon. The readings for this day were 1 Kings 18:20-39; Psalm 96: 1-9; Galatians 1:1-12 and Luke 7: 11-17 "One of the most frequently used terms in the Christian faith is ...."The Gospel." Amazingly ... few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:28-30, Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Knit Quilt

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 16, 2009

Jonathan and David demonstrate how people are joined to one another: acknowledging a Father, receiving validation, empowering one another, working together for life.

There is a group in our church which is planning a quilt. This quilt is to depict the history of our church, with each square representing a decade in the church’s life. The finished product will be put on display so that everyone can get a picture of our history. Now this is not the first time ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mixed Multitude In The Church

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

This sermon helps the Church identify the traits of the mixed multitude, their effects, and how to overcome their influence while maintaining the unity and power of the Spirit in the body of Christ.

MIXED MULTITUDE IN THE CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 12:38 Supporting Texts: Numbers 11:4-6, Matthew 13:24-30, 1 John 2:19, 2 Timothy 4:10 INTRODUCTION: The Church of God is called to be a holy and sanctified people, a spiritual house built upon the foundation of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Difference Between God's Approval And Human Approval Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 5, 2024

we'll explore the difference between what's approved by the world and what's approved by God.

As Christians, we often find ourselves torn between seeking approval from others and seeking approval from God. The world around us may applaud certain actions or decisions, but does that mean they align with God's will? In this sermon, we'll explore the difference between what's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 3:19

Living Like The Chosen Generation

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 7, 2003

Christians are to be different than the world. If there is not much difference in your life it is time to renew your mind.

March 9, 2003 Morning Service Text: Romans 12:1-2 Subject: Living Sacrifices Title: Living Like a Chosen Generation Are you different? People tell me that all the time. I’m not always sure how to take it but I am sure about one thing - I am different. How do your friends and acquaintances in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Aren't You Like Everyone Else?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 19, 2008

Christians are to be radically different than anyone else - not for the sake of being different - but because it is our nature.

January 20, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 9:14-17 Subject: Fasting Title: Why Aren’t You Like Everyone Else? We live in a very confusing time in our culture. Sometimes it becomes difficult to differentiate between the good guys and bad guys. Of course we understand that as a sign of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas Is Worship Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Dec 20, 2005

Unbelievers and believers look at Christmas in very different ways. This sermon seeks to point out these differences.

Christmas is Worship Text: Matthew 2:1-12 Introduction: Christmas isn’t just for Christians anymore. Nearly half of adult Americans report they personally know someone who doesn’t believe in God but will still celebrate the yuletide this year according to a survey of 1,001 people conducted by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Gift Of Persecution

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 8, 2011

Persecution shows us that we are doing what we are supposed to do: be different and make a difference.

A little over 3 years ago, a group of students at an Alabama high school recited the Lord’s Prayer together in the lunchroom, which prompted a suit by the parents of another student. In response, Judge Ira Dement, on October 29, 1997, termed the action “religiously based ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Serious Parenting

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 10, 2021

Every parent is different and every situation is different; but successful parents are proactive, hands-on parents.

Serious Parenting (topical) 1. Happy Mother’s Day to all our moms. 2. Most moms are amazing and wonderful, some are not. 3. Mother’s Day celebrates the ideals of motherhood, a time to honor our moms. 4. It also provides pastors an excuse to speak about the family and rearing children. 5. If you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4, 1 Corinthians 15:53, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible