Sermons on Forwards:

Forward In Faith 8: Who Do You Have Faith In? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 14, 2014

Two simple points, Who? and Why? Who is Jesus? and Why should we believe in Him?

This morning we are continuing in our series on moving forward in faith. Sometimes for us to move forward we actually need to understand where we are starting from. So this morning I want us to take a step back and pause on our journey of faith to consider a couple of fundamental truths about ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Listen, Live, Look Forward To God's Eternal Promise Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 5, 2019

Live by faith: listen to God, do what God says, and focus on the eternal promise of God through Jesus Christ!

We have been learning from our Creator God from Hebrews 11. Many are commended for their faith as they took action on what God said with a focus on God’s Promises. again we should ask ourselves often: Will we be commended for our faith in Jesus Christ? Actually, the more important question to ask ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Letting Go To Move Forward: Trusting God's Way

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 6, 2025

This is a message about overcoming the suffering and hardships of life by following God's path as we see in today's passage.

April 6, 2025 Sermon - “Letting Go to Move Forward: Trusting God's Way" - Isaiah 43:16-21 Today, we’re diving into this powerful passage from Isaiah 43:16-21 because, let’s face it, life can be challenging. The journey from captivity to freedom is never easy. We all experience seasons ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21, Psalm 77:11, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Stone That Needs To Rolled Out Of Our Lives

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Jul 6, 2003

In order to be able to move forward in our lives, there are some stones that need to be rolled away.

Mark 16:1-8 John 20:1-10 Luke 24:1-12 Matthew 28:1-10 Topic: The stone that needs to be rolled away out of our lives In these passage of scriptures, we read about Mary Magdalene, and the other women going to the sepulcher to anoint the body of Jesus Christ. About 3 days earlier, Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8, Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Break Out Of The Comfort Zone Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 13, 2004

Why do people not move forward with their dreams? Could it be others trying to suppress them?

Did anyone this week decide they were living in the comfort zone of life and decide it is time to make a change, to escape the zone and move into the Borderland? It becomes an issue of dealing with the accumulation of fear which has prevented you from moving forward, in dealing with the phrase, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing The Season

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 24, 2009

As we look forward to Christmas, let us consider the seasons and the signs of His return!

Knowing the Season, Luke 21:25-36 Introduction Christina and I spent a season of ministry in Cheboygan Michigan. Prior to coming here to First Congregational Church of Peru, Illinois, I was Pastor of First Congregational Church of Cheboygan, Michigan. Congregational Christians of that era were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-38

Denomination: Christian Church

The Spirit Within Us

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

It’s important not to give way to fear, when Jesus is calling us forward.

The Spirit Within Us Cornwall June 25, 2005 There’s a story that’s told about a man who had a flat tire late at night. “A salesman, driving on a lonely country road one dark and rainy night, had a flat tire. He opened the trunk- no tire wrench. The light form a farmhouse could be seen dimly up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Courage

Contributed by Gordon Douglas on Mar 10, 2008

Courage is not the absence of fear but the capacity to put one foot in front of the other and move forward.

Courage – I Corinthians 16:13 “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like me, (be men of courage), be strong” I think most every one, if not all, have, at one time or another, been overtaken by a situation or condition that left them very apprehensive as to the outcome. Perhaps there is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Charismatic

Gods' 4-H Club

Contributed by Craig Benner on Apr 6, 2018

A straight forward message with four points that begin with the letter H. They are major themes of the Bible.

The 4-H Club You Really Need to Join There is a club that has been around since 1924. Their platform was made up of the following elements: 1. Head 2. Heart 3. Hands 4. Health The group rallies young people to be active in each of these areas. For the most part, it has been a good program that ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grateful In The Grind Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 30, 2021

Work hard daily sticking to the plan. Be grateful in every circumstance looking forward to the prize.

SELFLESS week 4 Grateful In The Grind Pastor Timothy Porter Text: INTRODUCTION: We're actually in part four of a message series called Selfless. If you weren't here in previous weeks, we actually talked ?week number one, about being bold in spirit. ?Week number ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Need A New Thing 2nd Kings 2:19-21

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Nov 12, 2021

God is looking to move us forward, when we keep trying to go backwards.

We find here an amazing part of history. It is the story of two things happening. One Elijah being taken up into glory on one of God’s fiery chariots, and secondly we see the transferences of power and authority from one generation to the next generation. Here God is unmistakably teaching a lesson ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

I Can’t Go Back

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Dec 3, 2021

Don't return to the way things used to be, but move forward in the Lord.

When I read this story of Ruth, I found something interesting, something intriguing, and something stimulating. When I visit this time in scripture there is a tragedy, a disaster, a calamity, it’s a catastrophe misfortune, but on the other hand, it is an accomplishment, victories, successful story ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon: The Hope Of Eternal Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

As believers, we look forward with anticipation to the eternal home that Jesus has prepared for us.

FUNERAL SERMON: THE HOPE OF ETERNAL LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:1-3 (KJV) Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sing Forth His Glory.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 3, 2022

The exodus of the children of Israel is a testimony to the works of the Lord, and points forward to our redemption in Christ.

SING FORTH HIS GLORY. Psalm 66:1-9. The superscription to this Psalm is addressed, “To the chief musician. A Song or Psalm.” Whether sung or spoken, it is a call to all nations to “Make a joyful noise” to God (Psalm 66:1). Which God? Well, compare Psalm 100:1, where YHWH, ‘the LORD’ is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:1-9, Psalm 66:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Everything Falls Apart Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

When everything falls apart, Jesus teaches the way forward is by exercising patient endurance.

Today, we're going to talk about something we all experience: those moments when everything seems to fall apart. You know, like when you fail a test, your crush doesn't like you back, or you have a huge fight with your best friend. Life can be tough, right? But guess what? Jesus has some advice for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Topics: Resilience, Perseverance, Life's Challenges, Endurance