Sermons on Going After God:

After The But. . . The Here Near And Far Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 6, 2019

In Acts 1:8 the Apostles were tempted to stay with what was comfortable and easy, but Jesus challenged them to change the world

t’s a small word, only 3 letters, however when I looked up its definition in Collins English Dictionary, I found not one, but eight different ways the word could be used. It can be a conjunction, a preposition, an adverb, a pronoun and a noun. The word of course is “But” and if you have been at ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Twenty-First Sunday After Pentecost Series

Contributed by David Grate on Oct 23, 2020

It is important to remember, when following the Revised Common Lectionary cycle, that this cycle and these readings do relate to each other.

It is important to remember, when following the Revised Common Lectionary cycle, that this cycle and these readings do relate to each other. This week, Miss Justine’s reading helped us to witness the peaceful passing of the first Hebrew leadership baton from Moses to Joshua, setting the stage for ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8, Matthew 22:34-46

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jacob's Journey To Bethel

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

Jacob significantly changed his life because he listened when God told him to "Get up!" and go to Bethel.

Hello, everyone! Today, we will discuss a topic that's always relevant - change. But not just any change; we're talking about the profound transformation that can occur when we let God's love in. Our guide for this conversation is a story from the Bible, the tale of a man named Jacob. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Twas The Night After Christmas - Done!

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

Usually, the day after Christmas, we find ourselves worn down, spent... and DONE. How can we carry the joy of Christmas throughout the year?

Twas the Night After Christmas Before I start out, I need to find my mother-in-law. This first part is fictional… OK… as in not true… but it’s going to set up my sermon so roll with it ok? ’Twas the night after Christmas I remember it well, With presents all over, My house looked like… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Landing Safely After A Spiritual High Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 1, 2007

Seventh and final in our Purpose-Driven Life series, this message looks at how to put into practice what we have learned in the previous 40 days.

Landing Safely After a Spiritual High Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers November 25, 2007 For those of you who have been part of the 40 Days spiritual journey that we’ve been on here at Wildwind, welcome. But I understand there will be some of you here that are maybe here for the first ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:2-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

The World Has Gone After Him

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Apr 9, 2007

Palm Sunday consisted of three groups of people coming to greet Jesus.

Introduction I. One of the few television programs that I enjoy watching is American Idol. A. Not so much the episodes of the tryouts, but B. I do enjoy hearing some of these would be famous performers, and guessing who will win. C. Just for the record, if I were going to vote, I would vote ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Methodist

The More Than Happily Ever After Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2018

Boaz stands firm as the Kinsman-Redeemer for Ruth, as a result she is no longer Ruth the Moabite, but Ruth the wife of Boaz and a woman in the genealogy of the Messiah. Full redemption has been accomplished.

Message Ruth 4:1-22 “The More Than Happily Ever After” If you have got children or your teenagers then you will be familiar all those moves put together by Disney and Pixar. And you will know that all of those movies end the same way. They Lived Happily Ever After. The fairy-tale ending. Snow ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make Yards After Contact Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Oct 24, 2002

Failure to understand elementary insights about how to engage the enemy will leave gaping holes in our defenses.

After a worship service at First Baptist in New Castle, Kentucky, the mother of a fidgety 7-year-old boy told Pastor Dave Charlton how she finally got her son to sit still and be quiet. About halfway through the sermon, she leaned over and whispered, “If you don’t be quiet, Pastor Charlton is going ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Next Step -Life After The Decision Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 27, 2006

We have too many decisions in the church but few disciples.

Decision or Disciple The Next Step Life after the Decision The Word of God refers to your conversion as a new birth.(John 3:3) When you prayed the sinners prayer and asked God to forgive you and come into your life you were born again. It is a spiritual birth, and like your physical birth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

What To Do After November 4

Contributed by David Nuhfer on Nov 6, 2008

In light of the cultural changes that could take place in our nation as a result of the November 4, 2008 elections, what should the church be doing?

This past week, course of our nation took a turn. After a long and often bitter campaign, we went to the polls and, after over 100 million votes were counted, a new President was selected. The vote reflected a lot of interest, a lost of discussion and the realization that we are a nation of people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live After Being Anointed Series

Contributed by Cameron Conway on Jan 22, 2019

Today we take look at the aftermath of David’s anointing and how you too can learn how to live your life after being anointed.

For more information and other teachings, podcasts, videos, books and study guides visit https://conwaychristianresources.com Last week I talked about the lifestyle David demonstrated which resulted in God recognizing the potential in the next king of Israel within him. David lived a life of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-17, 1 Samuel 16:18, 1 Samuel 16:21-23, John 13:14-16, Matthew 20:26-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Jesus Goes After The Heart Attitudes Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Jesus Goes After the Heart Attitudes

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Jesus Goes After the Heart Attitudes Luke 14:7-24 After healing the man with dropsy, Jesus turns his attention to the guests and then the host of the dinner party and continues to ruthlessly go after the heart. But the Pharisees don’t want that. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Goes After The Heart Attitudes

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 27, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Jesus Goes After the Heart Attitudes

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Jesus Goes After the Heart Attitudes Luke 14:7-24 After healing the man with dropsy, Jesus turns his attention to the guests and then the host of the dinner party and continues to ruthlessly go after the heart. But the Pharisees don’t want that. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Biggest Problem After Marriage Is - Communication

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Jun 24, 2023

The Disney story might be the quintessential man’s fantasy. Think about the scenario: Woman falls in love with a man at first sight, SHE pursues HIM at great personal cost without him lifting a finger to romance her.

AFTER HAPPILY EVER If you’ve ever read The Little Mermaid story or watched the Disney version, you might think this is every woman’s fantasy. It’s a wonderful, romantic fairy tale of a beautiful girl falling in love with a handsome, rich and dashing prince, overcoming insurmountable odds to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7, Ephesians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Characteristics

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 2, 2015

Here’s a good definition for Characteristic: A feature or quality belonging typically to a person, place, or thing and serving to identify it.

Characteristics Luke 4:16-21NKJ Jessica Hagy speaking at Pop! Tech 2007, gives 10 Characteristics of very interesting people: Adventurous, Generous, Active, Strange, Caring, Humble, Daring, Original, Brave, Self-assured Here’s a good definition for Characteristic: A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal