Sermons on Far Better:

Better Days Are Coming

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 19, 2020

It’s an understatement to say that we are experiencing a time unlike any other. The way we live, interact with others, do business, work, entertain, and worship has changed and may never be what we once called normal again.

“Better Days are Coming” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Scriptures:- Zephaniah 1:12, Amos 6:1, Psalm 4:6, Deuteronomy 8:2, 2 Chronicles 7:14. Prayer Opening:- It’s an understatement to say that we are experiencing a time unlike any other. The Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic has impacted and ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:12, Amos 6:1, Deuteronomy 8:2, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Apostolic

She Chose Better Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 18, 2023

While Mary sat at Jesus feet, “Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be made.”

August 19, 2023 Jesus, Martha, Mary and Lazarus, were close friends – the best of friends, really – and Martha’s home was a place of refuge for Jesus. It was a place where he and his disciples could rest and relax. Luke tells us that one day, while on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus popped in for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:41-42, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Better Is The End Of A Matter Series

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Dec 7, 2023

It is always so easy to begin but holding on to the end is always difficult but therein lies the joy of the beginning. Holding on to the finishing line and reaping the reward of a beginning is all that matters in Christ Jesus!

BETTER IS THE END OF A MATTER Ecclesiastes 7:8 Better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit. The word of God makes it clear that the life of a child of God is always going towards a perfect directing. By this, I mean ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:8, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Assurance Of Better Things Series

Contributed by John Newton on Apr 4, 2022

Some encouragement for believers who are finding discipleship challenging

Last Sunday those of you who were here or were watching on YouTube will recall that Pastor Doug Mott led us through the first eight verses of Hebrews 6. Early on in his sermon he quoted one biblical scholar who described those verses as “perhaps the most severe warning that occurs anywhere in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Anointed To Do Better Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025

God does not anoint people to remain the same; He anoints them to transform their world. As you seek God’s anointing, expect supernatural breakthroughs, divine speed, wisdom, and empowerment for greater works.

ANOINTED TO DO BETTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 10:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:1, 12-13; Acts 13:22 INTRODUCTION: The anointing of God is not just a religious ritual; it is a divine empowerment that transforms ordinary individuals into extraordinary vessels for His purpose. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1, Acts 13:22, 1 Samuel 16:1, 1 Samuel 16:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Choosing The Better Portion

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 21, 2025

Mary chose the better portion in life, and God led her safely home.

We are gathered this morning in the shadow of sorrow, but also in the light of a great hope. And in this moment, we remember and give thanks to God for the beautiful and faithful life of Mary Beale. There is power in a name. Names connect us to our heritage and families, and sometimes, they even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Better Than Wine Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 20, 2025

This sermon explores the first chapter of the Song of Solomon as a breathtaking allegory of the soul's journey, moving from a cry for intimacy through the valley of insecurity and into a place of joyful communion with Christ.

Title: Better Than Wine: A Thirst for True Intimacy Text: Song of Solomon, Chapter 1 There is perhaps no book in the Bible that is more misunderstood or neglected than the Song of Solomon. It is a book of vivid poetry, raw emotion, and passionate intimacy. It doesn't contain laws or prophecies ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Created For Something Better

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 24, 2025

Sabbath is God’s eternal sign of creation and redemption, inviting joyful weekly worship and deeper fellowship with Jesus, our Creator and Redeemer.

Two men were arguing at work one day about religion. Neither really knew what they were talking about. Finally one said, “Man, you don’t know anything about religion. I’ll bet you ten dollars you can’t even repeat the Lord’s Prayer.” The other grinned. “Oh yeah? It’s a bet!” He straightened up and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Mark 2:27-28, Isaiah 58:13-14, Revelation 14:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Close To Sinners, Far From Sin Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 13, 2005

25th in series on Joshua. This is about avoiding evil, but still being near unbelievers. Somehow Jesus was holy, even though He was near unholy people. It must be possible for us too.

Joshua 23:1-16 – Close to Sinners, Far From Sin There’s an old story about a man who tried to save the city of Sodom from destruction by warning the citizens. But the people ignored him. One day someone asked, “Why bother everyone? You can’t change them.” “Maybe I can’t,” the man replied, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

So Near And Yet So Far Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Nov 13, 2005

Can true Christians sin so as to loose all hope of restoration?

Introduction Hebrews 6:4-6 has given rise to much controversy and the opinion of commentators and of the Christian world is fiercely divided about its meaning. Some hold that the passage is not intended to describe true Christians, but only those who have come close to salvation and then fell back. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Is It From Bethlehem To Calvary

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 21, 2001

Answers the question "How far is it from Bethlehem to Calvary?" from several different view points

Well it’s almost here, and almost gone. Day after tomorrow it’ll be over, the presents will be opened, the turkey will have been eaten, the carols will have been sung and for all practical purposes Christmas 2000 will be but a fond memory. And yet it is only 16 weeks until we celebrate Easter. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

"So Close And Yet So Far!"

Contributed by Lee Miller on Aug 22, 2008

I believe there are hundreds of thousands and maybe even millions in the church of America and around the world who are close to, in other words, “not far from the Kingdom of God.”

“So Close and Yet So Far!” It was one of the best football games ever. Remember Super Bowl XXXIV between the Rams and Titans? In the final seconds Tennessee was driving for the game-tying touchdown and on the final play Kevin Dyson caught a pass over the middle and lunged ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Mennonite

Far Away In A Manager - A Different Perspective

Contributed by Samuel Young on Dec 14, 2014

Mary's four gifts - shephards, gold, frankincense, and Myrrh. Wise men come from China instead of Persia. You are that gift to the world. I have power point, video and song with this sermon. Power Point Available.

Mary All is at rest. It is quite now. As she lays beside her husband and her new born baby, she drifts in and out of a tired sleep. But when the baby stirs, she wakes. In the still of the night, she reflects the events of the past day. They had just traveled three days to her husband's home ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When We Wander Too Far Series

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 6, 2002

Message for Christians that are in sin

Series: Creating Contagious Compassion When We Wander Too Far? ( evanglelism, salvation) Luke 15:3-7 Survivor Eva Hart remembers the night, April 15, 1912, on which the Titanic plunged 12,000 feet to the Atlantic floor, some two hours and forty minutes after an iceberg tore a 300-foot gash in the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ