Sermons on Fresh Start With God:

Matthew 6.5.9 Prayer Series

Contributed by John Crisp on May 19, 2012

A start to a series on the Lords Prayer

Chapter Six of Matthew is in the middle of the Lord's sermon on the mount. Before this point we have seen the multitudes bring him loved ones with all types of sickness and needs; we have heard him give us the Beatitudes and we called the salt and light of the earth and had Christ call on us to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Five Fold Plan For Handling Your Problems Series

Contributed by Larry Finley on Aug 6, 2009

Starting wrong they ended right.

A FIVE FOLD PLAN FOR DEALING WITH YOUR PROBLEMS 8/5/09 Esther 4:1-17 1. Most often problems & crises ignored a. Deal with the symptoms or worse “what ifs” b. Go unsolved or their lessons lost – repeat!! c. Dr. Seuss Poem – Did I ever tell you about the young Zoad? Who came to a sign at the ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus First 5 Miracles

Contributed by Pastor Butch Woolsey on Feb 28, 2026

Start of his earthly ministry

Jesus first 5 miracles story of Jesus turning water into wine is often called His "coming out party." It’s the moment he moved from being a quiet carpenter to a public miracle-worker. And doing his father’s will. John 2:1–11, The Setting: A Wedding Crisis Jesus, mother Mary, and His ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 4:46-54, John 5:1-15, John 6:1-15

Lord Of The Sabbath ( Matthew 12:1-14)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 23, 2025

In this chapter, Jesus teaches the true meaning of the “Sabbath” and how it is to bring glory to God, not to be used as a religious weapon. The hostility towards Jesus was starting to grow.

Before we undergo any further study of this chapter, it would be helpful to understand the concept of the “Sabbath”. According to the fourth commandment (Exodus 20:8), the Sabbath was set aside as one day in seven to cease from labor and take a rest from all unnecessary activity. Exodus 31:15 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:15, Colossians 1:16-17, Hosea 6:6, Matthew 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Remnant

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Feb 10, 2001

How to recognize the true believer in a time of apostacy and compromise.

Scripture is very clear as it describes the apostasy that will befall a great portion of the last days church. Whether inside or out of evangelical circles, many churches have eliminated the preaching of the blood sacrifice, rejected the virgin birth, sinless life, death and physical resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Measure Our Love For The Lord Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 13, 2020

If we love Jesus... 1. We should store God's Word in our hearts. 2. We should stand on God's Word. 3. We should start living by God's Word. 4. We should help spread God's Word.

How to Measure Our Love for the Lord The Gospel of John John 14:15-24 Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared February 13, 2020 BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 14 as we continue to focus on the night before Jesus died on the cross for our sins. This is one of 6 chapters in John's Gospel ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Lost Your Passion?

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 1, 2007

Sometimes we can be Christians for so long that it is possible we might lose our passion for God. We need to get a fresh passion every day.

Phil 3:1-16 says: Philippians 3:1 - 16 (NIV) 1Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2Watch out for those dogs, those men who do evil, those mutilators of the flesh. 3For it is we who are the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: Nazarene

We've Got The Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 19, 2022

I am convinced that the devil's greatest fear is that the church will get a revelation of the power that we already have, and that we will start acting like who God says we are.

Read with me Acts 2:1-4 "And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. [2] And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. [3] ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4, Luke 10:19, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Is God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013

To live a life of thankfulness we must have a foundation of the reasons for our thankfulness... the first is that God is God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 1, 2013 Date Preached: November 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 1st Piling – God is God Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:25-31 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

New Convert Instructions - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Oct 25, 2017

In Colossians chapters 1-2, Paul explains that Jesus has satisfied everything that we need as Christians. He came, He lived, He Died, He arose and He ascended. In chapter 3 Paul begins instructing us as Christians in the basics of our Christian walk.

Colossians 3:1-4 INTRODUCTION 1. Context: In Colossians chapters 1-2, Paul explains that Jesus has satisfied everything that we need as Christians. He came, He lived, He Died, He arose and He ascended. Colossians 2:10 And ye are complete in him, which is the head of all principality and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:16-21, Romans 6:1-14, Philippians 4:2-9, Romans 8:1-11, Colossians 3:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Nov 11, 2014

Everything that has a beginning must have an end.

Sermon: A NEW BEGINNING! 2 Corinthians‬ ‭5‬:‭17‬ KJV Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. INTRODUCTION:- Everything that has a beginning must have an end. The only reason why God has ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Six Steps To Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tim White on Nov 7, 2014

"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise". Paul then gives us instruction on being wise. We start with the first six.

Ephesians 5:15-21 Six Steps to Wisdom. A pastor was meeting with his staff and deacons. Suddenly an angel appears and says, “Pastor, because of your faithful sacrifice, you have been granted one of these three choices: Unlimited wisdom, or unlimited money, or unmatchable good looks. Which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Nursing Home - Loving Your Neighbor Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Billhimer on Jan 9, 2025

I’d like to Start with a few questions: ● Was it difficult for you to move into this care home? ● How difficult was it? A Little? Very difficult?

(These questions can be conversational if there is time. Many residents will want to share how their experience went. Listen closely and take note. Otherwise they are simply relational to inspire residents to act based on their compassion and empathy having been through the same process as new ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8, 1 John 4:9-10, 1 John 4:11-12

A Tragic Beginning, A Tragic End

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 15, 2000

Some stories start out good in life and get better, some start out bad and get worse.

Tonight I want to share an unusual message with you, a message that is pointed out of Matthew Chapter 27. Lets read from verse 3-5 (READ). The message is titled, a tragic beginning, and a tragic ending. Some stories start out bad and end good, some start out good and end good, and some start out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Napping In Green Pastures Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the third message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the importance of the rest that the Lord provides.

Today, I would like you to take an imaginary trip with me. Close your eyes and let’s begin our journey. Envision a beautiful lush green meadow with soft grass. Through the middle of this meadow runs a clear stream. The sky is blue, the sun is shining brightly and there is a soft cool breeze ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ