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A New Body

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Jan 16, 2017

This sermon is the first in a series for January 2017 called "Start Something New." Many focus on body image issues when making New Year's Resolutions. In baptism, we have "put on Christ," and God sees His perfect, sinless Son. THERE'S your new body!

It’s that time again—time to set lofty goals for yourself. Time to aim high for 2017. Time to dream that you might be one of only 8% of Americans who actually fulfill a new year’s resolution! Year after year, we do this to ourselves…no matter how many times we fall into the 92% failure category. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Lutheran

7 Ways How You Can Make You Relationships More Spiritual

Contributed by Jan Oosthuizen on Oct 7, 2017

I believe our deepest desire for oneness and intimacy in relationships can only be met on a spiritual level. Although there is much to explore and discover on an emotional, and psychological level, the most neglected connection is a spiritual one.

I believe our deepest desire for oneness and intimacy in relationships can only be met on a spiritual level. Although there is much to explore and discover on an emotional, and psychological level, the most neglected connection is a spiritual one. Our Spiritual connection is also our eternal bond, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nehemiah Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 20, 2022

The book of Nehemiah opens in the Persian city of Susa in the year 444 BC. Later that year, Nehemiah traveled to Israel, leading the third of three returns by the Jewish people following their seventy years of exile in Babylon.

Nehemiah Nehemiah is the central figure of the Book of Nehemiah, which describes his work in rebuilding Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. He was governor of Persian Judea under Artaxerxes I of Persia. Born: 473 BC, Babylon Nationality: Israeli Parents: Hachaliah Most scholars believe ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Winsome Church

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on May 28, 2015

A winsome church does God's work God's way for the sake of God's world.

THE WALL STREET JOURNAL recently published a report indicating that “the U.S. now has a bigger share of people who don’t identify with any religion than those who do. In the last seven years, the number of people unaffiliated with either Roman Catholic or mainline Protestant churches ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Qq & Aa Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 4, 2025

This morning we are going to see some truths that get to the heart of the religious establishment’s problem with Jesus: his authority.

Background to passage, Matthew 21:23-27: Last week of Jesus’s life. Follows Sunday’s prophetical and demonstrative entrance into Jerusalem, Monday/Tuesday’s indictment of the temple practices, the living parable of the cursing of the fig tree, and now he is teaching in the temple on Tuesday ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy And Righteous God Compared To Us

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 2, 2023

The God of the Bible is holy. Holiness is what distinguishes God from all other so-called gods.

Are you holy? Do you consider yourself to be holy? Today I want to look at the concept of being holy as we turn our attention to and worship the Holiness of God. Are you religious? Have you ever been referred to as being religious? When someone says that to me, I almost consider it an insult ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 99:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Restored SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 26, 2023

Help my congregation understand being restored

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, let's take a moment to pause and reflect on the beauty of this day, the gift of life, and the privilege of fellowship. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us today, a message of hope, healing, and ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:25

Topics: Restoration

What The Road To Hell Is Paved With Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2019

In understanding and submitting to Jesus authority, Matthew 21:23-32 shows us: 1) The Confrontation (Matthew 21:23), 2) The Counter Question (Matthew 21:24–27), 3) The Characterization (Matthew 21:28–31a)

Matthew 21:23–32 23 And when he entered the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came up to him as he was teaching, and said, “By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this authority?” 24 Jesus answered them, “I also will ask you one question, and if you tell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Other

Choices Of A Redeemed Life Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 7, 2002

Deciding to put off the old and put on the new.

The Choices of a Redeemed Life Ephesians 4:22-32 · This morning we looked at Paul’s command to not ‘walk like the Gentiles’. To not live like the world. 1) THE CONDITION OF THEIR MINDS 2) THE CONDITION OF THEIR HEARTS · Tonight we will look at Paul’s second command in this passage. This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-32, Ephesians 4:17-32

"Spiritual Gifts.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 13, 2002

May 19, 2002 -- THE DAY OF PENTECOST Color: Red Title: “Spiritual gifts.” 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13

May 19, 2002 -- THE DAY OF PENTECOST Color: Red Title: “Spiritual gifts.” 1 Corinthians 12:3b-13 Among the questions Paul is answering in this section, questions presumably sent to him by members of the Corinthian community, is the one about “charisms” or “spiritual gifts.” In verses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Praise Of Creation And Praise Of The Divine Plan.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 4, 2001

Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 12th, 2001 Psalm 33:1-22 Title: “Praise of creation and praise of the divine plan.”

Year C. The tenth Sunday after Pentecost, August 12th, 2001 Psalm 33:1-22 Title: “Praise of creation and praise of the divine plan.” This is a hymn of praise, composed to be sung at worship. Many date the psalm in the post-exilic period, but there is nothing in its theology and no historical ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Running For The Greatest Prize

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Feb 15, 2004

Paul tells us that in this life we are in a race. This Gospel message looks at how we can win the prize that Paul describes and what exactly that prize is.

Running for the greatest prize. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25:Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Canopy Of God's Provision Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 10, 2003

As the third in a series concerining our response to authority over our lives, this message discusses the guidance, protection, and blessing found in humble submission to authority.

The Canopy of God’s Provision Submission to Human Authority (Part III) 3-10-02 In previous messages we have discussed: I.The Appointment of Human Authority Comes from God. II.All Human Authority is Limited in its Scope. III.Submission to Human Authority is NOT based upon our Respect for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:8, Proverbs 12:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus, The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Jason Wall on Jun 21, 2004

From the begging to the end of our lives the Good Shepherd: provides for us, protects us and promises to welcome us home when our journey is done.

Jesus, the Good Shepherd By: Jason Wall Psalm 23; John 10:9&11 June 20th, 2004 This morning we are going to look at one of the most treasured passages in all of scripture, the 23rd Psalm. Echoed in every imaginable context throughout the ages, these verses are always appropriate and never fail to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life: The Greatest Olympics

Contributed by John Ingham on Aug 19, 2004

Encouragement to enter and finish the Christian Race in the closing days of time.

Life: The Greatest Olympics Hebrews 11:39 –12:2 Preached by John Ingham –August 2004 INTRODUCTION: 1.There is nothing quite like it. Have you ever been in a large stadium full of people cheering for a team or even more…for you as you were participating in a sporting event? How the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal