Sermons on Getting Past The Past:

Past Present Future

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 11, 2010

Look out look up look around

Past Present Future (1)What I was by Nature Eph. 2:3Among whom also we all had our conversation in times past in the lusts of our flesh, fulfilling the desires of the flesh and of the mind; and were by nature the children of wrath, even as others. A heart of evil A mind led by ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:2

Denomination: Baptist

Learn From The Past Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 20, 2022

Paul warns the Corinthians of the dangers of exposing themselves to temptations by drawing their attention to the lessons from the past, highlighting the failures of their forefathers.

1 Cor 10:1-13 Learn From the Past Paul makes his concluding remarks here in chapter 10 still on the subject of exercising self-control and not becoming a stumbling block to others. • We have rights and freedom but watch our conduct because not everything we do is beneficial. • In the preceding ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Harvest Is Past"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

Harvest Past

Jeremiah 8 v.4 - ch 9 v. 1 - God's Passing Opportunity - v. 20 "The harvest is past" 1. God's Opportunity Revealed - v. 4 -12 (a) The Divine Inquiry - v. 4 The Love of it, logic of it (prodigal), Lesson of it -repentance demanded, described, and desired (help us to repent), the loss of it - v. 5 ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

"The Harvest Is Past"

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

"The harvest is past"

Jeremiah 8 v.4 -v 22 God's Provision of a Harvest (Opportunity) - v. 20 "The harvest is past" 1. God's Opportunity Revealed - v. 4 -12 (a) The Divine Inquiry - v. 4 "Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the LORD; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return?" The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:4-22

Denomination: Holiness

Leaving The Past Behind

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Though the past cannot be changed, it should not be allowed to control our present or determine our future.

LEAVING THE PAST BEHIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Hebrews 12:1, Genesis 19:17, Luke 9:62 INTRODUCTION: Many believers carry the weight of their past into their walk with God. This weight may be in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breaking The Barriers Of The Past PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the power of reflection, the freedom found in God's forgiveness, and the strength to move forward, breaking the chains of regret and guilt.

Good morning, church family. Today's sermon is going to be a little bit like looking into a spiritual mirror. We're going to take some time to reflect on our lives, accept God's forgiveness, and find the strength to move forward. Alan Redpath said, "It's Satan's delight to tell me that once he's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:1-11

Topics: Don't Look Back

Getting Past Defeats: My Soul Looks Back Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Montgomery Hills Baptist Church: To live large means dealing with the pain inflicted on us. Some of it comes from our arrogance, some from scapegoating. But God is able to work through that pain toward the accomplishment of His purposes.

There is at my house a photograph I treasure. In that picture I am about three years old, and my father is holding me in his arms. My father is wearing the cap of a Shell Oil service station attendant. Nothing especially remarkable about that, except for what I hear in my memory whenever I see ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want Your Fortune Told?

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016

Looking at our future with Christ.

DO YOU WANT YOUR FORTUNE TOLD? Ephesians 2:1-12 Charles Dederich is credited with the famous line, “Today is the first day of the rest of your life.” II Corinthians 6:2 behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation. I. WHAT DOES THE BIBLE REVEAL OF THE PAST ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

No Such Thing As Can't PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

With God's strength, there is no challenge or task we cannot overcome.

Hello, my brothers and sisters! We find ourselves gathered today to explore a powerful message from the book of Philippians, one that speaks volumes about our past, our present, and the boundless possibilities of our future. Rabindranath Tagore once said, "Faith is the bird that feels the light ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Topics: Seed, Past

Ephesians 2 Remember What You Were

Contributed by Jonathan Newlon on May 15, 2020

Sometimes it's hard to remember where we came from. Sometimes our own pride gets in our way. Let's take a look at a few great men from the Bible, where they came from, and what God turned them into.

Jonathan Newlon Uniontown Church of Christ 1 May 2020 Ephesians 2:11-22 Remember What You Were Introduction Memory can be a funny thing. I can’t tell you how many times I try to recall an event to someone only to be seemingly corrected by someone else who was there. They remember the event much ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Past Haunts You Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 18, 2003

Our failure is not to be the end of the story. [past sin]

STANDING TALL: WHEN THE PAST HAUNTS YOU II Samuel 11:1 – 12:15 Psalm 32:1 – 11 S: Courage Th: Forgiveness of sin Pr: OUR FAILURE IS NOT TO BE THE END OF THE STORY. ?: How? How is this to be accomplished? KW: Factors TS: We will find in our study of II Samuel 11:1-12:15 and Psalm 32 four factors ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Healing From Past Struggles

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 23, 2021

Today we’ll address the topic of healing. In the fallen world in which we live there are many times when we experience things that harm us.

Today we’ll address the topic of healing. In the fallen world in which we live there are many times when we experience things that harm us. We have to go through hard times. Each of I’m sure could list off traumatic experiences that we’ve been through. Whether we’re soldiers in combat, or children ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9, James 5:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Breaking Free From The Past

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Jul 17, 2014

Many are looking for something, but are unaware of what they are looking for.

BREAKING FREE FROM THE PAST Colossians 3: 1-11 In an old Candid Camera episode, an actor is on a busy sidewalk and begins looking at the ground. He walks around a bit and continues to look down. People are passing by him and a few give him strange looks. After a couple minutes, he decides to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other

God: Past, Present, And Future Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Dec 17, 2006

The Historical books have traditionally been included in the prophetical books because they tell the story of the lessor prophets (i.e. the non-writing prophets). They too point us toward Christ.

Intro.: There will come times when the place of God in our lives is not as obvious. 1.Oh, I would like to think that I will exhibit perfect faith. 2.I would really like to think that I am the epitome of a faithful believer – which of course I am. 3.NOT! 4.You see, like every believer, there are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-27

Denomination: Methodist

Seeing Past Our Circumstances Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 16, 2003

The second message in a series looking at what keeps us from really dreaming great things for God.

SEEING PAST OUR CIRCUMSTANCES ACTS 17:22-28 Introduction: We exist in a society that is increasingly becoming more and more polar in its beliefs. On the one end is a group, expounding the belief that we only go through life once, and as such, we should focus on making that trip as pleasurable as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-28, Psalm 139:7-11

Denomination: Baptist