Sermons on future focus: showing 301-315 of 81,507

Focus On The Ministry Not The Suffering

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 21, 2018

There is suffering as a consequence of sin AND of doing good. Understanding helps ministering to the hurting around us.

Mid-week Message/Devotion February 21, 2018 Reading: 1 Peter 3:18-22 Focus on the Ministry NOT the Suffering The first thing that came to mind, as I was reading 1 Peter 3:18-22 was that Jesus could very well have coined that phrase “No good deed goes unpunished”. Jesus did so much good for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12, Galatians 6:7-8, 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keep Your Focus

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 26, 2019

The wind always blows around us. The mighty storm comes sooner or later. We have no choice or control over when the storm comes, so how do we keep our focus?

TITLE: KEEP YOUR FOCUS SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 14:22-33 Of all the narratives in the NT, I know of none more beloved than this narrative of Peter walking on water in this powerful text. No doubt you have heard it before, and our children know it by heart, but somehow, we never grow tired of it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

Our Focus The Cross

Contributed by Neil Stich on Aug 3, 2012

The power of Christ's forgiveness is found in His suffering on the Cross. Even as those around Him were mocking Him, He was still filled with compassion for them. Are we any different than those who stood at the foot of the Cross and mocked Jesus? Hi

Our focus the cross Matthew 27: 38 – 43 I’m a people watcher. When traveling, a layover at the Airport is not a point of misery---but an opportunity to observe the differences in people--- the way they look, the way they dress, their fashion statements--- Parents dealing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:38-43

Denomination: Baptist

Have The Correct Focus

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 13, 2011

To have a singular focus and an ’in view’ priority is to follow Christ in truth, with your testimony, and with your trust.

Have the Correct Focus Matthew 10:26-31 * Karl Wallenda was the patriarch of the Great Flying Wallendas. Their tightrope walking & aerialists feats amazed huge crowds for years. In his book “Why leaders can’t lead”, Warren Bennis writes; “I was struck with Karl’s capacity for concentration on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Outward Focus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 17, 2014

Paul has addressed our personal lives, church life, family life. These are introverted concerns, about us and those we are close to. As he concludes his letter, he wants to make sure we also transition to an extroverted focus.

Developing the Outward Focus (Colossians 4:2-6) 1. I have my taxes all done. I am one of those persons who gets stressed up by paper work and red tape, so I found it stressful just preparing my stuff for the tax preparer. So I have to tell an IRS joke. 2. The pastor got a call form the IRS. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Judas, Wrong Focus Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 5, 2018

Judas shows what can happen when our focus in wrong for life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The heart, it is a funny thing it is at times a complicated thing. • The heart is what drives us, it pumps the blood through our body that gives us life. • From a symbolic standpoint, the heart is the seat of our emotions. • When we speak of someone who perseveres through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Focus On Your Mission Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God wants us to focus on His mission of reaching out to others with His love and the message of Christ. We are all called to play a part in this mission, and God promises to be with us every step of the way.

Today we're gonna talk about our mission. And no, I'm not talking about a secret spy mission, although that would be cool. I'm talking about God's mission for us. And guess what? It's not just for pastors or church leaders. It's for all of us. So, let's get fired up about reaching out to those who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Divine Purpose, Spiritual Service, Missionary Work, Faithful Obedience

Keeping Our Focus

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 11, 2023

In order for churches and Christians to accomplish God's mission, we must have a shared vision from God. Jesus offered important direction when He told us what the most important command is.

Introduction: A. We just finished a long and I hope wonderful series about Jesus our King from the Gospel of Mark. 1. Before we start a new sermon series in January, I want to explore a few things before the Sunday of Christmas eve when we will focus on the birth of Jesus. 2. Today, I thought it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

More Focus On Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 18, 2024

Great Reasons why God wants us to forgive one another: 1. Our forgiveness helps pass God's grace on to others (vs. 29). 2. Not forgiving gives pain to God (vs. 30). 3. None of us is perfect (vs. 31-32). 4. We have God’s power at work in our hearts (vs. 31-32).

More Focus on Forgiveness Ephesians 4:29-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians Grayson Baptist Church - January 3, 2016 (Revised May 18, 2024) BACKGROUND: *How should we Christians treat one another? How does God want us to treat each other? The fact is that God has a giant ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Focus Of The Follower Of Christ Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 21, 2024

This message looks at where we focus our spiritual life

THE SERMON ON THE MOUNT THE FOCUS OF THE FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Matthew 6:22–24 “The eye is the lamp of the body. If your eyes are good, your whole body will be full of light. 23But if your eyes are bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light within you is darkness, how great is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Focus Amidst The Storm

Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024

In times of uncertainty and chaos, maintaining our focus on Jesus becomes essential for navigating life's storms. Today, we'll explore how our focus can empower us to overcome doubt and distractions, leading us closer to our God-given purpose.

>> Opening Bible Verses John 6:16-21, Mark 6:47-52, Matthew 14:24-33 As evening fell, the disciples found themselves in the middle of the sea, battling fierce winds and rising waves. Amid their struggles, Jesus approached them, walking on water, and reassured them, "It is I; do not be ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21, Mark 6:47-52, Matthew 14:24-33, Psalm 16:8, Colossians 3:2, Exodus 14:19, Exodus 15:22-27, Exodus 16:1-7, Exodus 16:11-12, Numbers 14:4, John 16:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Focus On Your Mission Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will guide believers on focusing on their mission to reach out to those who do not know Christ, emphasizing that they are not alone in this journey as God walks with them.

Church, I’m so excited to be with you once again today, as we close out this series all about our “Focus.” We have hit on many different places of focus. In preparation for this message, I felt like we should end this series talking about one of the most important facets of our faith and our focus: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Mission Focus, Active Faith, World Outreach

Sermon Series: Focus

I Quit Making Excuses Series

Contributed by Herbert Cooper on Sep 20, 2011

One thing that I’m convinced of, is that I haven’t arrived yet. I haven’t accomplished all that God has for me; And you haven’t either. The fact that we’re still alive means God has more for us.

1. God has more for your life Phil 3:12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. (NIV) (Paul said, I’m not there yet but I’m pressing forward because God has more for me) ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Over Our Future Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Allow God's love to reign over our future by trusting Him to provide for our needs and seeking His kingdom first.

Today, we're going to talk about something that I know a lot of us struggle with - worrying about our future. We worry about school, friends, family, and what we're going to do with our lives. But guess what? Jesus has something to say about that in Matthew 6:25-34. Let's dive in and see what He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Topics: Divine Trust, Spiritual Surrender, Faithful Future, God's Plan

Peacemaking Owns The Future

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 16, 2010

Our dedication to arms-building reflects our personal insecurity and our lack of faith. God is Lord of History and efforts to make peace build His Kingdom.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC May 3, 1987 It’s a great gift to be self-contained, to be so secure within your own person that whatever is happening around you just does not get to you and shake you. It's a great gift to have the presence of mind to focus on what you need ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist