Sermons on God Of New Beginnings:

Changing My Citizenship Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 2, 2013

My life of discipleship must begin by changing my citizenship from this earth to the Kingdom of God

This week I read an article about the First Presbyterian Church of Newark, Ohio that caught my attention. In part it read: While he served as pastor at Central College Presbyterian Church on Sunbury Road in Westerville, the Rev. Dr. Richard Ellsworth remembers seeing fishermen going by early on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 120:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

4 Reset Your Future Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Jan 29, 2026

The future can often feel uncertain and overwhelming, but the Bible reminds us that hope is found not in knowing the plan, but in trusting the One who leads us. Drawing from Jeremiah 29:11 and Proverbs 3:5–6, this message invites us to place our future back in God’s hands.

Introduction: Thinking About the Future As we come to the final week of this Reset series, I want to ask a simple but important question: How do you feel when you think about the future? For some, the future feels exciting — full of possibility and hope. For others, it brings uncertainty, worry, or ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 3:5-6

Passion For God’s House

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 8, 2022

This message looks at four reasons to have a passion for God’s house. First, it is a place to satisfy our passion; secondly, it is a place for all to take refuge; thirdly, it is a place of blessing; and last of all, it is a place we would rather be.

I want you to think about how you feel whenever you decide to attend church. Do you dread going to church; do you feel complacent about it; or do you anticipate going to church with a fervent passion and desire? In our message this morning, we’ll view a passage from Psalm that’s said to be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Live By God’s Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 30, 2019

We cannot live life in the best way possible if we ignore the wisdom offered by the author of all life.

An angel appeared at a faculty meeting and told the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord would reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selected infinite wisdom. “Done!” says the angel, and disappears in a cloud ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh Start

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 1, 2017

A New Years Message

A Fresh Start A New Years Day Sermon Chuck Sligh January 1, 2017 [NOTE: PowerPoint and ProPresenter presentations are available upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com] TEXT: Turn to Philippians 3. INTRODUCTION Well, we’ve all come to a new year. 2016 is gone and 2017 is here. If you’re like most ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

Broken Dreams Restored Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 11, 2013

The way David responded to God's correction and the new Word from the Lord is a good example to follow for any Christian. For David could then be over whelmed by a sense of God's grace & goodness.

2 SAMUEL 7: 18-29 [The Life of David] BROKEN DREAMS RESTORED [Psalm 73:25-28] While David's proposal has been turned aside, God's acceptance of David's desire is not denied. God takes the desire of David's heart to build Yahweh's house and sovereignly declares that He will build an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

"Fulfilling God’s Promise”

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 10, 2025

For those who have a relationship with our Saviour, this day is a very special celebration of the fulfilling of God’s promise to fallen man.

“Fulfilling God’s Promise” 1 Corinthians 15:1-8 4-20-2025 For those who have a relationship with our Saviour, this day is a very special celebration of the fulfilling of God’s promise to fallen man. From the very beginning there was a plan for redemption of sinful man and on the cross that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Covenant Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 5, 2014

As Christians, we have dual citizenship in two worlds, the earthly/heavenly; physical/invisible; natural/supernatural.

The Blood Covenant (Pt. 1) Hebrews Sermon Series May 14, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A As Christians, we have dual citizenship in two worlds, the earthly/heavenly; physical/invisible; natural/supernatural. 1 Matthew 22:21 (NASB) 21 They said to Him, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Topic: The Message Of Christ

Contributed by Arsenio Segismundo on Jun 6, 2022

From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is consistent in its theme. From the Old Testament to the New testament there is a progressive revelation of the Kingdom of God.

Topic: The Message of Christ Text: Mt 4:17 Mat 4:17 From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Intro: From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is consistent in its theme. From the Old Testament to the New testament there is a progressive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Christian Church

Joy In Knowing The Shepherd

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Dec 10, 2009

There is only one way to acquire real lasting joy and that is personally knowing the Good Shepherd.

Text: “Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God of my salvation” (Habakkuk 3:18). There were problems in the world when Habakkuk wrote these words. At the time, the Babylonians were very strong and Judah (the southern kingdom) would soon feel the pressure and destruction of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Escaping The Routine Rut

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 31, 2018

Life is unpredictable yet for the most part many of us live our lives in a very predictable fashion. What can we do? The simple answer is change but we don't like that word; even if it's for the better. But change shouldn't be shunned; it can be embraced.

ESCAPING THE ROUTINE RUT As we head into the new year we might not be too excited. One reason is we anticipate that 2019 will not be too much different than 2018. Life is unpredictable yet for the most part many of us live our lives in a very predictable fashion. We perform the same routines ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 11:7-8, Ephesians 5:15-16, Philippians 4:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Choices We Make Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 7, 2025

In Colossians chapter 3, Paul tells us that there isn't a multitude of choices to be made, there are only two. Will your take off the old and put on the new. Or won't you

Colossians Your Choice I have a confession to make. I have way too many shirts. I don’t know what it is, but I have a closet full of shirts. Now before you judge me about being fiscally irresponsible, I’m also a Frenchie’s shopper. For years, when I was at my heaviest, I found it difficult to find ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, Colossians 3:16-17, Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Purpose, God's Plan And God's Promise PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore and understand Jeremiah 29:11, focusing on how God's promise in this verse applies to and shapes His purpose and plan for our family units.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to take a closer look at Jeremiah 29:11 and what it tells us about God's purpose, plan, and promise for the family unit. You know, there's a beautiful quote from Billy Graham that says, "A Christian has tremendous responsibilities to his own family. He or ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Topics: God's Family Unit

Reflection B.19 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? / Summary So Far. Do We Imagine God Has Something To Say?

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 11, 2020

This is a summary of the Reflections on coronavirus so far (series A and B). I will follow with a series based on the New Testament excluding Revelation, and then another on Revelation, in the coming weeks.

Today we’re at a milestone in our Reflections. We’ll be leaving the Old Testament! Do I hear ‘hooray’? 🙂 After a short break we’ll move on to the New Testament. A milestone is a good place to take stock. It’s probably impossible to summarise 23 Reflections in a short space but I’m ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:12

Denomination: Baptist

God's First Words About Christmas

Contributed by Kenneth Roberts on Mar 20, 2008

The first words about God’s promise of Christmas happened immediately after the fall. After God learned about the terrible loss, he promised to Eve that good news was coming. From her would come a male offspring who would crush the head of Satan who jus

Grace and peace to you from God who comes to us at Christmas time and will come to us again. Amen. Dear Friends in Christ: Have you ever feared you might miss Christmas? Or maybe have you experienced Christmas without your family? Perhaps you are experiencing a Christmas like that tonight. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Lutheran