Sermons on Distractions:

Delighting In God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 27, 2014

Jonathan Edwards wrote “God is glorified not only by His glory’s being seen, but by it being rejoiced in. When those that see it delight in it, God is more glorified than if they only see it…” The question before you is "Do you truly delight in God?"

Delighting in God Psalm 37:4 "Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart." Have you ever asked yourself - "Why was I created? What is the purpose of life?" In 1 Peter 4:11 we read. "That God in all things may be glorified." The chief end of man is to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:4

Denomination: Baptist

Core Value 6 - Praying And Worshipping Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2019

This sermon uses Ephesians 3:14-21 to give biblical teaching on the NEC core value of Praying And Worshipping where we seek “To rely on the power of God by being a community which glorifies God in all that we do.”

Note that I preached on our Core Values in 2010 - four of the six messages were very different to what was preached then, but this one is very similar. As such I have removed the older sermon and just updated it. Message Praying and Worshipping A sermon on Ephesians 3:14-21 Do you have days ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Sower Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the transient nature of the four types of people described in the Parable of the Sower, emphasizing the transformative power of the gospel and encouraging believers to actively spread the word of God.

Hello Church! Did you know that according to the book, The Millionaire Next Door, most millionaires are neither flashy nor drive expensive cars? They tend to shop at JC Penney and live below their means. Also, not long ago, a study showed that 95% of millionaires are first-generation wealthy, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Topics: Parable Of The Sower, Gospel Response, Kingdom Of Earth

Honey, Please Follow The Map

Contributed by Johnny Bley on Feb 12, 2002

When we we are lost or confused on our life’s journey, we can check the MAPS to find our way back to the straight and narrow path.

“Honey, Please Follow the Map!” John 11:25-26 Ladies, do these words sound familiar? Have you ever been traveling and you’ve lost your way, and the only solution was to consult the map? Well, we are like this in our spiritual lives aren’t we? We know where we want to go, but somewhere ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Growing By Running The Race Of Life

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 10, 2002

3 Actions to take to run the Race of Life based on Hebrews 12: 1-3

Growing by Running the Race of Life Hebrews 12: 1-3 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, we must get rid of every weight and the sin that clings so closely, and run with endurance the race set out for us, 2 keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the pioneer and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Self Pity: An Enemy Of Joyous Living

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 30, 2005

A message to encourage us not to become trapped in a life described by self pity.

Self Pity: An Enemy of Joyous Living Luke 15:25-32 I. We See the Curse of Self Pity (v. 28-30) A. Self Pity destroys our happiness. “..but he became angry and would not go in….” v. 28 • The older brother was angry and would not go in. B. Self pity will destroy our usefulness for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Where Is Your Place In The Body Of Christ? Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

How do you fit in the body of Christ.

How to become all that God wants You to be: Step 1: Dedicate my Body! Vs. 1 Truth: Some believers never settle of dedicating their bodies to Christ. Step 2: Eliminate competing Distractions! Vs. 2 Danger: Don’t get into the idea of “I’ll serve God when it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Goals For Success Series

Contributed by Sesan Banjo on Jan 10, 2012

Goal setting - a vital step to success in life.

SUCCESS DIGEST WITH PASTOR SESAN BANJO E-mail:pastorsesanbanjo@gmail.com Phone:+234-8035546154; +254-701519052; +254-774276133 SETTING GOALS FOR SUCCESS What is Success? Success could mean the progressive realization or actualization of a predetermined worthwhile goal. Success in life, family, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Arrows Of Truth # 23 - What Is The 2nd Cord Of Connection To The Local Church? Series

Contributed by Louis Posthauer on Mar 25, 2022

A weekly series to help believers engage with loved ones, friends and neighbors who are dropout believers to restore them to the church - the Body of Christ.

Arrows of Truth # 23 - What is the 2nd cord of connection to the local church? We are considering the concept of connectedness as the goal of the local church for every believer (including restored dropout believers). Last week we looked at the first ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12, Colossians 3:12-14

My Job Is A Hot Mess Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our jobs, no matter how mundane or chaotic they may seem, are part of God's work. We are called to join God in His work and find fulfillment in serving Him.

God made everything, and then He made us. He wants us to join Him in His work. This means that even if school feels like a mess, God is still at work. He's working in our lives and the lives of those around us. We need to be faithful and happy in the work He's given us. But joining God in His work ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 2:15, Acts 20:22-24

Topics: Divine Purpose, Spiritual Vocation, God's Workers, Faithful Service

The Perfect Timing Of God's Greatest Gift SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

God, in His perfect timing, sent His greatest gift to mankind. He always does everything at the right time.

Did you know that many people are unaware of the true origins of Christmas? It is important to remember that Christmas is about the birth of Christ, even though we often get caught up in the shopping, gift-giving, and family gatherings. Today, let's take a moment to reflect on what Christmas truly ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Topics: Christmas, God's Timing

Finding Faith In Troubled Times SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

God calls His people to trust Him, to live carefully, to be watchful, and to pray in troubled times.

In times like these, when we face various uncertainties and troubles, God calls His people to trust Him, live carefully, be watchful, and pray. Let us explore Luke 21:5-36 to understand how we can find peace and assurance in troubled times. Many seek security in physical places like the temple, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-36

Topics: Faith, Trust, Prayer

Getting To The Moon

Contributed by Mike Kern on Jan 27, 2002

Fulfilling your destiny when God’s plan seems impossible!

GETTING TO THE MOON by Mike Kern Nehemiah 1 Intro: Illus.- "The Moon Car" Jeff, a Wycliffe Bible translator, was working on the island of Papua New Guinea to translate God’s Word into the islanders’ native language. One evening Jeff sat outside talking with his translator assistant, a local ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith In Community, Desperate Times Require Desperate Measures Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Looking at the healing of the paralysed man

Faith in Community Gladstone Baptist Church – 8/8/04 Desperate Times call for desperate Measures. Have you ever considered what you would do in a desperate situation? What about if you were diagnosed with a life threatening disease where the only treatment available was in Europe at one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Here Is God's Final Answer

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 18, 2003

3RD END TIME(C)/SAINTS TRIUMPHANT - Here is God’s final answer: He is not concerned with marriage in heaven but is concerned with eternity with Jesus.

HERE IS GOD’S FINAL ANSWER Luke 20:27-38 - November 16, 2003 LUKE 20:27-38 27Some of the Sadducees, who say there is no resurrection, came to Jesus with a question. 28"Teacher," they said, "Moses wrote for us that if a man’s brother dies and leaves a wife but no children, the man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran