Sermons on God Of New Beginnings:

Why Following Jesus Seems Hard Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Oct 25, 2008

Most people think that following Jesus is hard, or perhaps even impossible. This message looks at reasons why people believe that and begins laying out some new directions for Wildwind this year.

Why Following Jesus Seems Hard Part 1 in series The Shape of Things to Come Wildwind Community Church David Flowers September 6, 2008 I have been telling you for a few weeks that I was going to be talking to you about some new things we’re going to be doing at Wildwind this year. This is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26-33

Denomination: Free Methodist

Stand Up, Stand Up For Jesus!

Contributed by Tex Cox on Jan 30, 2005

This morning, as we continue into our New Year, I’d like to take a look at a verse that I think we ought to read every day of the year. As a reminder of just WHO our God is:

I found an old file entitled: “Kids on Love & Marriage” Concerning the Proper Age to Get Married "Once I’m done with kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife." -Bert, Age 5 "Twenty-three is the best age because you know the person FOREVER by then." -Camille, age 10 "No age is good to get ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Days Of Dedication

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 5, 2024

As the New Year unfolds, we dedicate ourselves to Christ.

1. Anthony Campolo wrote: “One year, my best friend and I devised what we thought was a brilliant and creative plan for mischief. We decided to break into the basement of the local five-and-dime store. We did not plan to rob the place (Sunday school boys would never do that sort of thing); ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon On A Measure Of Time

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 18, 2024

A measure of time is defined as an indefinite continued progress of existence and events which take into consideration the past, present and future, regarded as a whole.

Lindsay Eagar, an American author once remarked: “Measuring time isn't as simple as adding or subtracting minutes from a clock. ... You must find your own measuring stick.” Ephesians 5:15-17 reminds us: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12, Colossians 4:5, Matthew 6:33, Proverbs 16:9

Prayer Rebuild The Broken Situation

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 28, 2020

Nehemiah, (flourished 5th century bc), Jewish leader who supervised the rebuilding of Jerusalem in the mid-5th century bc after his release from captivity by the Persian king Artaxerxes I. He also instituted extensive moral and liturgical reforms in rededicating the Jews to Yahweh.

Prayer Rebuild the broken situation 1. Nehemiah 1:1-11 2. Ezra 7:11-28 3. psalm 42 Background of the Book Nehemiah, (flourished 5th century bc), Jewish leader who supervised the rebuilding of Jerusalem in the mid-5th century bc after his release from captivity by the Persian king Artaxerxes I. He ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11, Ezra 7:11-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Past Is No Excuse

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 14, 2016

Forget Your Past and Press on - Your Past is No Excuse

1 Corinthians 7:20-24: “Each person should remain in the situation they were in when God called them. Were you a slave when you were called? Don’t let it trouble you—although if you can gain your freedom, do so. For the one who was a slave when called to faith in the Lord is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:20-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life After Christmas Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 3, 2011

Life after Christmas is really not about life after December 25 but life after believing and receiving Jesus Christ in your heart.

Most people have a wonderful time during Christmas! But once December 25 is over, what do most people think about?? Many will say, “the reason for the season is Jesus Christ!”; but many people really don’t think about Christ with their plans after Christmas and the New Year! How about us? What is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:16-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Have Made Up My Mind! Luke Chapter 9

Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 24, 2024

A message from the Book of Luke about taking the next step to Follow the Lord in our walk here on earth.

Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Not Look Back!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 1, 2002

It is a new year. Find the blessings!

Don’t Look Back! As I get older, I am positive that time is moving faster. I kid people at work that I do not know why we look so forward to the weekend. Saturdays only last about 30 minutes and Sundays about 15 and then we are back at work again. We wish away five days of our life for two ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Corinthians 4:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Sep 21, 2007

New years challenge to challenge believers to look at life through an eternal lens. It also has a "spiritual inventory" checklist to hand out.

Taking Spiritual Inventory Text: Psalms 90:1-17 Introduction: 1. We are told in the word to number our days… that wisdom may come Heb. #4487, maw•naw v. to number off, count, reckon In other words, to stand before the hourglass of time 2. I have numbered my days. I am 45 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Mennonite

Thank God - For God!

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 21, 2005

A sermon that talks about bearing fruit as a Christian.

What does it mean to live a life that pleases God? Our main text is found in COLOSSIANS 1:9-14. ’For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you, and asking God to fill you with the knowledge of His will through all spiritual wisdom and understanding. And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: *other

"what Are We To Make Of This?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2024

A sermon for Easter morning.

“What are We to Make of This?” John 20:1-18 Several years ago, National Geographic put out a map of the history of the world, and it was a Big Map! Anyhow, on this map, the history of the world or the history of civilization was divided up into two categories… …and the dividing line or the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

The Transforming Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 20, 2025

When the Holy Spirit dwells within us, we become a new creation, transformed by God's power.

According to the Bible, when a person becomes a believer in Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit takes up residence within them. This divine inhabitation brings about a profound transformation, enabling believers to live a life that is pleasing to God. In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, the Apostle Paul writes, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Buried With Him

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 14, 2024

New Life in Christ

Buried with Him Romans 6:1-11 Good morning, There was a man named George who attended a church service and heard a message about Jesus and the cross, which convinced him he needed to receive forgiveness of sin and eternal life. George went to the pastor after the sermon, who led him in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing For The New Year Ahead. Philippians 3:13-14

Contributed by David Cramer on Dec 14, 2024

As this year ends we must prepare for the new one ahead. A message of hope for what is to come.

Preparing for the New Year ahead. Stand with me and hold up your Bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational