Sermons on Forwardness:

"looking Backward, Looking Forward, Looking To Jesus"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 31, 2018

New years Eve service we should according to the apostle look back, look forward, and look to Jesus.

“Looking backward, looking forward” Philippians 3: 4-14 1. Looking back on the past year of the things God has done in your life • Some times has been good times, not so good times, rough going times, dont know if I can make it times, sick times, • Also there has been some super wonderful times, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Methodist

Taking Foward Steps Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 5, 2019

Do you know if you are heading in the direction that you should be going? Maybe we need to stop; plug into God’s GPS; and see what way we ought to be going.

INTRODUCTION Do you know if you are heading in the direction that you should be going? Maybe we need to stop; plug into God’s GPS; and see what way we ought to be going. With that short introduction, I want to remind you that I began a new series called God’s Divine Directions (Finding God’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-13, Exodus 14:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Point Towards Jesus

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Dec 14, 2020

Prophesies in Isaiah 61 look forward to Jesus, John talks about him indirectly. We should always be pointing at Jesus

When does Christmas start? ======================= When does Christmas start? Is it when the first adverts appear on TV? Immediately after bonfire night? The start of Advent? The 1st of December? For us Christmas starts in June, because that’s usually when our main holiday is, and we’re looking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Anglican

Unpacking

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 30, 2022

Sermon about the importance of leaving yesterday behind and moving forward in Christ.

Unpacking Introduction Here we are at the end of the first month of 2022. You have prayed and sought God. 2021 had a full suitcase. It was packed full. Bursting at the seams. The past three years have been so full, its hard to tell how they could have held more. The Jan. 6 attack on the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Going To New Heights

Contributed by Sean Dees on May 1, 2021

I want to speak to you about going to new heights, and into the fulness of God. The church today has found its self in a state of weariness, waiting, and searching.

Intro: Today I want to speak to you about going to new heights, and into the fulness of God. The church today has found its self in a state of weariness, waiting, and searching. We have grown weak and weary; the signs of the times have taken a toll on the church we have seen a fallen away of young ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-6

Cross The Jordan Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2023

This terrible river, lying at the bottom of the most spectacular gash upon the surface of the planet Earth, most of its course lying even below the level of the sea, is an astoundingly appropriate symbol of death. But a faith Step changes everything.

Joshua 3 - Crossing the Jordan Promise and the Problems: On the shore of Jordan Israelites were lodging for three days as the Lord told them to do (Joshua 1:11). Now, they saw a rushing river, swollen with spring rains lie in front of them. They would have wondered and discussed “How can we ever ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Forward: Letting Go Of The Past PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon explores facing our past, finding forgiveness in God's mercy, and fostering future growth through the study and application of God's Word. Key

Good morning, dear friends. I greet you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a joy to gather here today, in this sacred space, a sanctuary where we can find comfort and community, solace and strength, as we turn our hearts and minds to the Word of God. As we gather, I am reminded ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-27, Luke 9:26-27

Topics: Moving Forward, Letting Go, Past

Making An Impact For God Sermon Vii: Advancing With Confidence Through It All Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 20, 2020

Mature Christians prepare themselves as did Joshua to go forward in confidence when the Lord signals us that it is time to move on from where we are and to proceed toward that which is far better.

ADVANCING WITH CONFIDENCE TO THAT PROMISED INHERITANCE “Attention!” “Right Face!” “Company!” “Forward March!” A familiar command to veteran soldiers! How we hated to get up in the morning, but once we assembled and our company commander shouted those ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:2-17

Moving Forward--Letting Go Of The Past

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 10, 2013

This sermon deals with our need to let go of past things in our lives in order to move forward in God. Lot suffered because he would not let go.

Moving Forward--Letting Go Of The Past. Calvary 6/9/2013 Genesis 19:1-26 Luke 9:57-62 Is there anybody here who has held on to something that had a special meaning to you and nobody else quite understood why you just would not throw it away? I had a blue and gold football jerseys, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-27, Luke 9:26-27, Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Oh Lord Move Me Forward

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025

Forward movement in God is not just about speed— it is about divine direction, progress, and fulfilment of destiny.

OH LORD MOVE ME FORWARD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:15-16 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 1:6-8, Isaiah 43:18-19, Philippians 3:13-14, Psalm 71:21 INTRODUCTION: Life is a journey, and God never intends for His children to remain stagnant. The command of the Lord to Moses in Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In The Past Or Moving Forward With Teh Lord

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jan 4, 2012

Making a decision about moving forward in one's walk with the Lord.

LIVING IN THE PAST OR MOVING FORWARD WITH THE LORD. JOSHUA 1:1-11. 1. Moses is dead. What the Lord is saying is that sometimes we have to actually name out loud what it is that we can’t get past. 2. The Lord renews His promises to his everyday. Verse 2b-3 “therefore arise, cross this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forward To The Past - Reformation Day Message

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

The Reformation began with Jesus Christ and is to continue even today within the church and within our hearts.

Introductory Considerations 1. "Today is Reformation Sunday." With these four words I may already have lost many of your listening ears. Why do we need to talk about something that happened 400-500 years ago? We don’t want a history lesson or a theological debate. 2. Message of Reformation not a ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-38

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Some Things To Look Forward To!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 22, 2003

A brief outline from a message at a nursing home, but suitable for all ages.

Some Things to Look Forward To! Revelation 21:1-5a 1 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away, and there was no longer any sea. 2 I saw the Holy City, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride beautifully ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Moving Forward Without Looking Back

Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 17, 2007

A Sermon For A "New Move" Of God

Isaiah Chapter 43 talks about Israel, God’s Chosen People, being created, then formed and then, "redeemed". God is telling the Israelites, "I have redeemed you." To be redeemed means to be "bought with a price, or to be bought back". God is telling Israel that He has paid for their sins. After ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Moving Forward With Its Mission

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 10, 2005

When a church is on mission for Christ there are three things the devil wants to do to its members and its body. Embarass, Imprison, and Embalm you. But God will do three things if we are on Mission for Him. Encourage, Empower, and Enrich our lives.

Intro: When a church has seen no one “won” or witnessed to the Lord Jesus Christ it will be left alone by the devil. However, if the church is not fulfilling its mission of sharing its faith with the lost the Lord Jesus Christ will correct it. Whether it is financial difficulty, terrible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist