Sermons on Endeavor:

Jesus Is God's Answer Sermon V: Service To Christ Is A Matter Of The Heart As Is Salvation Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 6, 2020

As Christians go wherever and do whatever in the name of Jesus, we must discipline ourselves to stay focused on God's purpose for calling us into His service and never forget the essentials of God's message of salvation.

SERVICE TO CHRIST IS A MATTER OF THE HEART AS IS SALVATION If asked to name ten persons other than Christ who gave his or her all for the Cause of Christ, one would think that Mother Teresa would be near the top. She not only lived 87 years, she loved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10

Spreading The Word Sermon I: How It Is Possible Against Such Odds Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 14, 2020

Despite multiple attacks against Christianity today, the spreading of the Good News of God's love in Christ is our unfinished task from which mature Christians will not shrink or be silenced.

HOW IS IT POSSIBLE TO SPREAD THE GOOD NEWS AGAINST SUCH ODDS? There was no doubt about the empty tomb! The question for the Jewish hierarchy was how to control and shape the narrative to explain away even the possibility of a resurrection - to discourage Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-14, Acts 2:22-38

Positive Christian Influence Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 1, 2019

When Christians are guided by their Christian Faith in our topsy-turvy world, their positive influence makes a difference in the lives of others as well as themselves.

At his funeral service, Dean Smith the legendary basketball coach of the University of North Carolina for thirty-six years was eulogized as “more than a coach” by players including greats like Michael Jordan. The coach’s influence as second father, mentor, and Christian role model was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Sacred Selfie

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 16, 2019

Selfies can be either fun or painful (Sometimes we don’t look like the person we remember in the mirror from the morning) If we took a “Sacred Selfie” what would we discover?

Topical Text: Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. INTRODUCTION: • Explain what a selfie is for the older people • Take a few selfie’s to demonstrate! • Selfies can be either fun or painful (Sometimes we don’t look like the person we remember in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Psalm 119:105, Matthew 7:15-20, 2 Corinthians 7:10, Revelation 3:5, Revelation 22:19, Exodus 32:32-33, Hebrews 6:4-6, Hebrews 6:6, Joel 2:23-27, Joel 2:25, Mark 10:27, Psalm 19:7-10, Proverbs 6:16-19, 1 John 5:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 17, 2019

Jesus teaches us by expounding the interpretation of Scripture by emphasizing and contrasting our outward vs inward (spiritual) obedience.

Weekend Message/Devotion February 17, 2019 Matthew 5:21-24, 27-30, 33-37 Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us Jesus is actually confronting these areas of the Law and expounding the interpretation beyond that of the scribes. How and why is He doing this? The how is of great importance. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24, Matthew 5:27-30, Matthew 5:33-37, 1 John 3:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Challenge Sermon Ii: Positive Influence Makes A Difference Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 11, 2019

In times like these, a positive Christian influence openly and unashamedly preserves Christian ideals by reflecting the character of Christ to draw folks to Him who is the Light of the World.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON II: POSITIVE CHRISTIAN INFLUENCE MAKES A DIFFERENCE At his funeral service, Dean Smith the legendary basketball coach of the University of North Carolina for thirty-six years was eulogized as “more than a coach” by players including greats like Michael ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Between Two Kingdoms

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 2, 2017

Christians live within the tension of being in a fallen, broken world, while trying not to be influenced by it.

“He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the Kingdom of His beloved Son” (Colossians 1:13). As Christians, living between two kingdoms is what we do every single day, regardless of where we are. We face the challenge of living as Christ’s followers in an unholy, fallen ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Congregational

Less Is More

Contributed by Michael Bates on Sep 5, 2023

Prosperity gospel is a very popular Christian movement today. It states that God will always bless you with good health and material wealth if you ask Him. That's FALSE!! Good health is NOT guaranteed and material wealth will NEVER get you into heaven.

One of the largest and more popular movements in the last 30+ years in the Christian Church is a form of theology called prosperity gospel. Let’s define what it is first. According to the website, Wikipedia; prosperity theology is a religious belief among some Protestant Christians that financial ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, Matthew 19:21, Proverbs 28:20, Leviticus 27:30, Malachi 3:10, Numbers 18:26, 1 Timothy 6:17-18, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 6:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Heritage Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 15, 2024

Do we know enough of our own history that we could, like Stephen, stand before a trial and explain why we believe in Jesus as our Saviour and how America is better because of the work of God?

“Heritage” Acts 7:1-54 How important is our heritage? Webster’s 1828 = Heritage, 1. Inheritance; an estate that passes from an ancestor to an heir by descent or course of law; that which is inherited. 2. In Scripture, the saints or people of God are called his heritage as being claimed by him, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-54

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On An Assay Of Tenacity

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 27, 2024

Tenacity is defined as the quality or fact of being very determined. Its assay is the critical analysis of the inherent outcome.

Amelia Earhart, the female American aviator once remarked: “The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity. The fears are paper tigers. You can do anything you decide to do. You can act to change and control your life; and the procedure, the process is its own reward.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, Ephesians 4:1, 2 Peter 1:21, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11

Psalm 11 - Above The Noise Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Feb 11, 2024

Exposition of Psalm 11

11:1 | In the LORD I put my trust; How can you say to my soul, “Flee as a bird to your mountain”? • In the years before he took the throne of Israel, David lived the life of a fugitive. He was constantly hunted by King Saul and lived in constant danger. In such a time, his friends advised him, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Jabez Prays Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Sep 15, 2023

What do we know about Jabez and why did he pray; perhaps more importantly is why did it end up in the Bible?

“When Jabez Prays” 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Perhaps one of the most noted prayers is the “Prayer of Jabez.” A book was written by Bruce Wilkinson in 2000 and had over 9 million copies sold. I will not attempt to make a book out of this nor have I read the book; I just know it’s out there. What do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Solidarity & Freedom

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 16, 2024

Solidarity is defined as unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially among individuals with a common interest.

Eugene Victor Debs, an American socialist, and political activist once remarked: “Solidarity is not a matter of sentiment but a fact, cold and impassive as the granite foundations of a skyscraper. If the basic elements, identity of interest, clarity of vision, honesty of intent, and oneness of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28, 1 Corinthians 1:10, Galatians 5:13, 1 Corinthians 12:26

Are We Still Running The Race Or Have We Given Up?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 14, 2025

God’s power and strength is our wellspring of continual nourishment to enable us to persevere through our daily struggles.

Ever notice how even the most grounded individuals get drained on occasion? Yet God’s power and strength will never decrease. He can never be too tired or too occupied to even consider helping and listen to us. God’s strength is our wellspring of strength. At the point when we feel all of life ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moving Forward PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to step out in faith and courage, trusting in God's promise of His presence and the power of His Word, to accomplish the impossible tasks He calls us to.

Good morning, Church family. A.W. Tozer once wrote, "God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we plan only the things we can do by ourselves." Isn't that a profound statement? It's easy to get caught up in the things we can do, isn't it? But what about the things ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Topics: Courage