Sermons on Future Focus:

Nob Lessons

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 24, 2025

God meets fugitives in forgotten places, offering bread, restored courage, forgiven regret, and a remnant of hope that carries destiny forward.

David is exhausted. Not the kind of tired a nap can fix. He is tired in his bones, in his courage, in his faith. The applause that once filled the air has been replaced by the sound of Saul sharpening a spear. David had been the future king in the palace yesterday. Today he is a fugitive hiding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-9, Matthew 12:3-4, Romans 15:4, Psalm 34:4, 1 Samuel 22:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Aligning With God's Plan And Purpose Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 7, 2025

But what if our dreams, hearts, and passions aren't aligned with God's plan?

As Christians, we often find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, losing sight of what truly matters. We're bombarded with messages telling us to chase our dreams, follow our hearts, and pursue our passions. But what if our dreams, hearts, and passions aren't aligned ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Keep Wising Up - Ecclesiastes 10:12-20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 29, 2025

This passage contains practical wisdom on controlling your tongue, making plans and finding direction in life, managing money, and controlling your thought life.

10:12 The words from the mouth of a wise man are gracious, but the lips of a fool consume him. 13 The beginning of the words of his mouth is folly, but the end of his speaking is evil madness. 14 Yet the fool multiplies words. No one knows what will happen, and who can tell anyone what will ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:12-20

Risk, Investment, And Getting Old - Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 31, 2025

One of the biggest obstacles to enjoyment of life is the troubles connected with old age. This message will show you how to enjoy life even amidst the ravages of aging.

11:1 Send your bread on the surface of the waters, for after many days you may find it. 2 Give a portion to seven or even to eight, for you don't know what disaster may happen on earth. 3 If the clouds are full, they will pour out rain on the earth; whether a tree falls to the south or the ...read more

23rd Sunday After Pentecost. November 16th, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 6, 2022

Year C, Proper 28.

Isaiah 65:17-25, Isaiah 12:1-6, Malachi 4:1-2, Psalm 98, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19 A). NEW HEAVENS AND A NEW EARTH. Isaiah 65:17-25. “Behold,” says the LORD, “I create new heavens and a new earth” (Isaiah 65:17). The word for “create” is the same as in Genesis 1-2. But this is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25, Malachi 4:1-2, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13, Luke 21:5-19, Isaiah 12:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why We Should Not Be Troubled.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 17, 2023

Seven headings in John chapter 14, where Jesus reassures us that we should not be troubled.

WHY WE SHOULD NOT BE TROUBLED. John 14:1-27. 1. Jesus reassures us that those who put their trust in Him have a sure place in the Father’s house (John 14:2-3). 2. We have in Jesus a sure way to get to heaven (John 14:4-6). 3. Even with His departure, His work goes on (John 14:12-14). 4. He ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Invitation To An Encounter With God

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018

It is certainly possible for us to miss the presence of God wherever we are, and be immersed in many other activities. How about being focused on seeking an encounter with God?

Good evening. I realise that there are three categories of people here. First category are the new students who are eager to know what lies ahead of them. You are all charged up, all excited to be part of this great institution that you have joined. Second category is mixed lot of old students, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life's Too Short To...fear The Future, Prt. 2 Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 24, 2005

Examines five ways in which fear demonstrates a lack of faith. (This sermon can’t be properly understood without part 1).

Life’s Too Short To Fear The Future, prt. 2 Part 8 in series, “Life’s Too Short To…” Wildwind Community Church David Flowers May 22, 2005 Nenien C. McPherson, Jr., says that the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises are the only fears that are natural to us. There are only two, he says, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

I.e.3 - Noah Predicts The Future Of His Sons Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 27, 2019

A contemporary reader of the Bible is tempted to skip over these lists of obscure names, but that doesn’t minimize their importance. These obscure people founded the nations that throughout Bible history interacted with each other and helped to accomplished God’s purposes on this earth.

November 29, 2013 Commentary on the Book of Genesis By: Tom Lowe Lesson I.E.3: Noah Predicts the Future of His Sons. Gen. 9:18-29 Genesis 9.18-29 (KJV) 18 And the sons of Noah, that went forth of the ark, were Shem, and Ham, and Japheth: and Ham is the father of Canaan. 19 These are the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Struggle - The Disciples Focus 0n Jesus’ Message Or Their Own Pride?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Sep 23, 2018

Pride smothers ministrry

Weekend Message/Devotion Mark 9:30-37 September 23, 2018 The Struggle - The Disciples Focus 0n Jesus’ Message or Their Own Pride? Jesus has been trying to be alone with His disciples throughout a long journey. It seems that He could never be alone with them long enough to teach and prepare ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Christ’s Church Almost Lost Its Focus Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 25, 2014

The Apostles determined to focus on the Ministry of the Word of God and Prayer as their highest priority. Developing a priesthood of believers, they resolved a potential problem, and God blessed their decision.

WHEN CHRIST’S CHURCH ALMOST LOST ITS FOCUS Acts 6:1-7 Dorn Ridge Church of Christ and York Manor Nursing Home August 24, 2014 INTRODUCTION: 1.) This morning we are continuing to look at the Church in the book of Acts. A.) I want us to see a time when the church faced a situation that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Apr 22, 2009

Part of a lengthy series I am doing in the book of Philippians.

HOW TO BE A CHRISTIAN AND STILL ENJOY LIFE LIVING ON PURPOSE Sunday April 13, 2008 Scripture Reference: Philippians 1:21 Intro. A. How do you think you are living your life today, on purpose or by default? If you had to give me an answer I am pretty sure all of would say that we are living ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Holiness

Passing Along What You Have Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2023

Before passing on, pass it on by leaving a legacy of faithfulness.

Passing Along What You Have 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Rev. Brian Bill July 8-9, 2023 We had a blast being with our family for a few days last weekend. Here’s a picture of our seven grandchildren ages seven and under. I appreciated Pastor Ed preaching but wasn’t happy with him singing at the end because ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Four Things You Will Very Likely Do In The Coming Year Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 8, 2018

I can guarantee that all of you will do most of the things I am about to enumerate, and I can pretty much suppose that most of you will do the rest. Here is your likely future for next year.

Four Things You Will Very Likely Do in the Coming Year 1. We tend to remember people who succeed in predicting the future, forgetting that for every “hit” there are many “misses.” 1) "Man will never reach the moon regardless of all future scientific advances." -- Dr. Lee DeForest, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14, 1 Corinthians 10:31, 1 John 1:7-10, Acts 2:42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Casting Our Cares On God And Trusting Him With Our Future Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

God's Word encourages us to cast our cares on Him..

As believers, we are not immune to worries about the future. We fret about our careers, finances, relationships, and uncertainties that lie ahead. But as Christians, we have a heavenly Father who cares deeply about our future and desires to guide us through life's journey. In 1 Peter 5:7, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Genesis 39:21-23