Sermons on Future Focus:

When Bad Things Happen To Good People

Contributed by Doug Humphrey on Nov 18, 2009

The purpose of this sermon is to help people trust God in the midst of life’s suffering and trials. Rather than focus on the "Why" question, I encourage them to focus on the "Who" question. For behind life’s trials stands a God who is good, loving and sov

When Bad Things Happen to Good People Acts 9:32-43 Introduction: The Bible teaches that we live in a fallen world. This is not the world as God originally created it. It is not the world as it will be one day. But when Adam and Eve sinned everything changed. The Bible says that creation itself ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Greeting Of Grace Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 31, 2016

Although Paul was imprisoned, he sought to encourage the church at Philippi. He urged them to focus on Christ and His grace. Like Paul, we need to encourage others while keeping our focus on the Lord. He must be central to all we do.

A Greeting of Grace Philippians 1: 1-2 Today as we begin to move through this precious epistle, verse by verse, I want to remind us of the context in which it was written. Paul is bound in a Roman prison, awaiting trial, facing accusations regarding his faith. He is no longer free to go and come ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

How To Handle A Sanballat

Contributed by Brady Cook on Jan 6, 2022

Usually, when we talk about Nehemiah, we focus on the wall. But what about the conditions he built it in -- namely, discouragement? - How are you supposed to focus on doing God's Work when others are trying to constantly tear you down?

https://hillsidechurchofchrist.com/how-to-handle-sanballat-and-tobiah/ Usually, when we have a sermon from Nehemiah 4, we fixate on a single verse: “The wall was joined together to half its height, for the people had a mind to work.” (Neh. 4:6) We then dissect this verse and what it means to have ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On A Scale Of One To Ten

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 7, 2010

This message focues on how we compare and rank things in our lives except what our relationship with Christ is.

On A Scale of One to Ten Scriptures: Genesis 1:26-31; 5:1-3; Introduction: Please turn with me to Genesis 1:26, 27, and 31. It reads: “Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; and let them rule over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are You Thinking? Part 1 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

The sermon urges believers to intentionally focus their thoughts on Christ above, allowing Him to shape their minds, emotions, and daily lives.

Church family, welcome. Some weeks feel like a whirlwind, don’t they? Schedules stack, screens shout, and our minds ping from worry to what’s next. And in the middle of the noise, God gives us a gracious, clear instruction: lift your thoughts. Aim higher than the headlines. Aim higher than your ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-2

Topics: Mindset, Thinking

Woman At The Well PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the transformative power of faith through the story of the Woman at the Well, emphasizing that faith is not just about belief, but a focus on God, the savior.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ! I'm so delighted you're here today. We're going to dive into a truly inspiring story from the book of John today about a woman who was transformed by the living water of faith. As we get started, let me share a quote from A.W. Tozer. He once said, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Topics: Faith, Victory

The Dynamic Spirit

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Jan 17, 2016

Jesus anticipated his disciples needs and gave them a promise. What He promised them here, was to be the essential ingredient for their future ministry.

A Tour Through Acts part 1 The Dynamic Spirit Acts 1:4-8 4. Gathering them together, He commanded them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait for what the Father had promised, “Which,” He said, “you heard of from Me; 5. for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

It’s A Matter Of Choice Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 6, 2016

This is part of the Sermon on the Mount series that deals with the choices we make and how they affect not only our present but our future destiny. We will look at

Sermon on the Mount “It’s a Matter of Choice” Matthew 6:19-34 We are all like a little child hovering over a box of candy. Our tongues are busy licking our lips over the choices before us. There’s chocolate covered cherry crème, chocolate peppermint, chocolate caramel, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Foursquare

How To Be A Good Finisher

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 3, 2003

Paul desired to finish the work God had called him to do. – Ask the Lord to help you fulfill the ministry He has directed you in. Even though we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future.

Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Happy 4th: Faith Hangs On More Than A Thread

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Jul 3, 2009

In Ezekiel 2:1-5, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, and Mark 6:1-13 we see how time and time again our future seems to hang on by a thread (like our American History). But in Christ our Future Hangs on a Cross!

Sermon 070509 4th of July Mark 6:1-13; 2 Corinthians 12:1-10; Ezekiel 2:1-5 Happy 4th of July Weekend. What comes to mind first when you think of the 4th? Fireworks? BBQ? All good stuff. But there is a reason why we celebrate on the 4th and we can’t forget that! It was the day the day the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is Eternal

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 4, 2024

God is Eternal, which means that He is not living in the past or in the future, but rather he is living now ( in the present moment of time) with all of His Glory and Holiness. His eternity past and future i.e. His all and everything is encapsulated or wrapped in this present moment of time.

God is Eternal, which means that He is not living in the past or in the future, but rather he is living now ( in the present moment of time) with all of His Glory and Holiness. His eternity past and future i.e. His all and everything is encapsulated or wrapped in this present moment of time. He is ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:12

Get Ready For Joy Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Dec 11, 2002

Joy is not simply a thing of the past, but is stronger in us as a promise of the future. Isaiah 35:10 urges us to get ready for that joy.

“Get Ready For Joy!” Isaiah 35:10 Pastor Jim Luthy What is it about us and nostalgia? We like to think back to more exciting times or more innocent times, ponder fond memories, sometimes just escape from the trials of today. Little pieces of cardboard with the picture of our favorite baseball ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:10, Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Find The Room So Dark.my Passion To Be Consumed For Jesus.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 26, 2021

Is my little light important?... We often focus on the seeds and not the fruit. Lord make me a light to shine in dark corners.

I FIND THE ROOM SO DARK… MY PASSION IS TO BE CONSUMED WITH JESUS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ALL I CAN SEE IS A LITTLE SEED? WE SEE HOW SMALL MUSTARD SEEDS ARE… WE NEED TO QUIT SEEING SMALL AND START SEEING THE POTENTIAL OF GROWTH. Matthew 13:31 Another parable put he forth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-32, Proverbs 23:7, Philippians 3:9-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Did Jesus Say That We Should Fear?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 21, 2014

What happens when we don't fear God as we should but instead focus our fears on the things of this world?

MISPLACED FEAR: We are often scared of the wrong things. - Luke 12:4. - Now, what exactly do we mean when we talk about “fearing God”? - It’s not a cowering-in-the-corner type of thing. It’s awe, a respect, an awareness of how great He is. It’s also awareness that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Return Is A Promise

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2022

Because Jesus is faithful to His promises, we must be ready for His return.

Beth and I were up in Wisconsin last weekend to help her parents winterize their home. We had a very pleasant drive, especially after purchasing some squeaky cheese curds. When we arrived in Sturgeon Bay, I saw a sign announcing a roundabout ahead and became immediately nervous. If you’re not ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist