Sermons on Fresh Starts:

Vintage Wine

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 22, 2023

Don’t let your faith turn to vinegar. Keep it fresh by letting the newness of Jesus Christ flow through you continually.

How many of you remember the 60’s? Some of us lived through that period, some of us have heard or read about it, and for some of us it’s as distant as the American Revolution. The 60’s were a kind of revolution too, complete with ideology and pamphleteers and civil unrest and rather more bloodshed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:36-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Best Freinds Series

Contributed by W F on Sep 26, 2004

Jonathan and David show us how to build, strengthen and continue our friendships (Part 3 in "Fresh Lessons From Former Leaders.")

FRESH LESSONS FROM FORMER LEADERS “Jonathan and David - Best Friends” 1 Samuel 20 In yesterday’s West Australian Newspaper Hugh Mackay quotes an Edith Cowan University study which shows the depth of Australian anxiety and insecurity. In the land of the long weekend - - normally know for it’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 20:1-42

Denomination: *other

Jesus Lifts Us Up

Contributed by S Henriques on Jan 27, 2003

John 15:2 has been the cause of a lot of confusion for many Christians. We read that “He cuts off every branch in Me that does not bear fruit,” and we wonder what type of “fruit” is He talking about? If I fail, will He cut me off?

Jesus Lifts Us Up John 15:1-5 by S. M. Henriques Have you ever felt as though you needed a fresh start? Well, who hasn’t? President John Kennedy found himself wishing once that he could start over. In 1963 he visited West Berlin, and made an impassioned speech which would be remembered for years ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Open Mouth Insert Foot Series

Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue.

Tonight we start chapter three of the book of James and discover the power of the tongue. We have titled tonight’s message “Open Mouth, Insert Foot.” Have you ever done that? Illustration: Children are good at doing this…of course they don’t realize it because they don’t know any ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Steadfast Faith Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 7, 2021

It is easy to start the race, but the finish is what really matters, and so it is in the Christian life. It is one thing to start on the way, and another thing to keep going all the way. What we really need is not starting power but staying power,

To make no gain for one’s labor is a perfectly natural cause for disappointment. Jesus knew this feeling often as His disciples failed to grasp His teaching, and especially when Judas betrayed Him. Paul knew it well when he wrote with a saddened heart that Demas had forsaken him. Many have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:5-8

New Wine And Old Wineskins Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 30, 2012

Message about the New Year and things that must change if we are going to allow the Lord to do something fresh and new in our lives.

Title: New wine and Old wineskins Theme: To show that to gain for the future we have to let go for the past. Text: Mark Mark 2:18 The disciples of John and of the Pharisees were fasting. Then they came and said to Him, "Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but Your disciples ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:18-22, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

When God Is Enough Series

Contributed by Richard Hall on Sep 29, 2005

Even though God has done miracles in our life in the past we still need a fresh revelatin of grace today

Sermon #3 WHEN GOD IS ENOUGH EXODUS 12:31-42; 13:17-14 Set up the story Reread Exodus 5:22-6:12 In the midst of tragedy it so hard to see the hand of God! But God is enough, even when struggles come our way that we cannot or ever will be able to comprehend. God now has Moses and the people of ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Renew Your Love Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 6, 2008

While serving others and bearing witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ, it is vital that we keep our love for God fresh and vibrant.

Revelations 2:2-5, Mark 1:11 “Renew Your Love” INTRODUCTION Faye and I grew up in a time when standard equipment on cars included bench seats. A bench seat was one continuous seat in the front. It was atrocious in terms of safety, but it sure beat bucket seats when you were on a date. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Lutheran

What Follows Following The Shepherd Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011

This is the final message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the benefits of following the Lord Our Shepherd.

Are you a patient person? Do you find it easy to wait when you are anticipating something? If you are like me anticipation often causes my patience to be in short supply. Maybe it is human nature or a product of living in an instant gratification culture. Whatever the reason, we would prefer to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Affairs Of The Heart Series

Contributed by David Heflin on Jun 13, 2007

This is a fresh look at Jesus’ teaching on divorce, adultery, and remarriage. The sermon argues that we have often missed the intent of Jesus’ teaching.

Affairs of the Heart Matt. 5:27-32 5/20/07 PSCOC Introduction: Letter of the Law vs. the Spirit of the Law Last week in the NBA playoff series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Phoenix Suns, Robert Horry, of the Spurs, viciously fouled Steve Nash into the scorer’s table. Two other Suns left ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Best Wines!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 8, 2015

When you are swirled, tossed and hurled, would you give out fresh aroma? The best comes out when crushed!

The best wine…. John 2:10”And he said to him, "Every man at the beginning sets out the good wine, and when the guests have well drunk, then the inferior. You have kept the good wine until now!" In general, the best wines come from the best quality grapes! Weather also strongly impacts ...read more

Scripture: John 2:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

(If The Church Would Just Pray ) (Perils And The Power Of Preaching)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 16, 2017

THAT THERE IS NO SUITABLE SUBSTITUTE FOR THE PREACHING OF THE GOSPEL FOR IN THE OLD AND NEW TESTAMENT GOD`S WORD IS ALWAYS CARRIED ON THE FRESH WIND OF A PREACHER PREACHING

Ephes. 6:18 (KJV) Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Ephes. 6:19-20 (KJV) And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning Again Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Dec 3, 2007

Advent is about preparing for the arrival of Jesus. One couple in the bible was charged with the task of preparing for God’s arrival. But it meant they would begin again.

Rediscover Christmas Beginning Again Luke 1:5-23 December 2, 2007 This morning we are going to begin our advent series, “Rediscover Christmas!” As we prepare for the arrival of the Messiah of Christ of Jesus, this is a season of preparation. It is the season of getting ready for the coming of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Burial & Resurrection Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 12, 2020

7th message in a 7 sermon Easter series. Jesus really did die and really did rise from the dead.

Journey to the Resurrection Burial & Resurrection April 12, 2020 Morning Service Easter 2020 Series Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus really did die and really did rise from the dead. Focus Passage: Matthew 27:57-66, 28:1-15 Supplemental Passage: Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66, Matthew 28:1-15, John 11:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

Title: The Power Of Jesus's Christmas Story: Reflecting On Hope, Love, And Redemption

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 11, 2023

Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has incredible significance, touching hearts and transforming lives. The power of Jesus's Christmas story can be seen through its profound themes of hope, love, and redemption.

Introduction: The Christmas season is a time of joy and celebration, but amidst the glittering lights and festive cheer lies a profound story of power and meaning—the story of Jesus's birth. Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Methodist