Sermons on Hope In The Storm:

Jesus Is Greater Than Moses, Part 1 (John 6:1-21) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 28, 2022

In many important ways, Jesus is "like" Moses (Deuteronomy 18:18). But is he greater?

AJ (Author of John) has forced us to consider one basic question, over and over, throughout his gospel. Who is Jesus? What AJ claims-- and Jesus claims-- is that Jesus is from above-- from God. Jesus' Father sent him into the world to save the world-- to be God's lamb (John 1:35), to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:10-22, Job 38:1-18, Deuteronomy 18:13-21

Exit From Eden Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 4, 2022

Believers can experience the Grace of God through: 1) Confidence (Genesis 3:20), 2) Contribution (Genesis 3:21), 3) Correction (Genesis 3:22-23) and 4) Constraint (Genesis 3:24).

Genesis 3:20-24. [20] The man called his wife's name Eve, because she was the mother of all living. [21] And the LORD God made for Adam and for his wife garments of skins and clothed them. [22] Then the LORD God said, "Behold, the man has become like one of us in knowing good and evil. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20-24

Denomination: Other

Noah Saved From Wrath Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 24, 2022

Wrath comes because of four things: 1) Great Wickedness (Genesis 6:5), which results in: 2) Great Sorrow (Genesis 6:6), which brings: 3) Great Collateral Damage (Genesis 6:7) yet it also promises: 4) Great Redemption (Genesis 6:8).

Genesis 6:5-8. [5] The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually [6] And the LORD was sorry that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart. [7] So the LORD said, "I will blot ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Other

A Shepherd To Follow Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2021

1) What are the issues in shepherding? (1 PETER 5:1) 2) Who must be shepherded? (1 Peter 5:2) 3) How must shepherding be done? (1 Peter 5:2c-3) 4) Why should shepherds serve? (1 Peter 5:4).

1 Peter 5:1-4 [5:1] So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: [2] shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Other

“prayer And The Transformed Life!” Series

Contributed by Gerry Cheney on Dec 29, 2015

Prayer is essential to our own personal transformation. For change to happen, we need three components: 1) confession and repentance 2) contentment 3) giving and receiving forgiveness

Introduction: One of my favorite verses in the Bible is Rom 1:16 I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: in other words, through the gospel one becomes exposed to the power of God that can radically change their lives! The word ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Vineyard

Be Strong And Courageous Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 18, 2016

He was fearless in the face of opposition, he always pleased God, and He was 100% committed to loving God his whole life even when it was unpopular.

Opening Video: Courage Start with a Challenge: I have this quote/question to stir us from, “God Chasers” today: “We think we know where God lives. We think we know what He likes, and are sure we know what He dislikes. We have studied God’s Word and His old love letters to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting To Know God Better Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 21, 2016

Many people still believe in God but the the number is declining. In this message, we will learn three things from the Book of Judges that will help us get to know Him better.

SCRIPTURE READING: Judges 3: 3 These are the nations the Lord left to test all those Israelites who had not experienced any of the wars in Canaan 2 (he did this only to teach warfare to the descendants of the Israelites who had not had previous battle experience):3 the five rulers of the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Lord’s Prayer Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 7, 2017

A study of the Gospel of John 17: 1 – 26

John 17: 1 – 26 The Lord’s Prayer 1 Jesus spoke these words, lifted up His eyes to heaven, and said: “Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son also may glorify You, 2 as You have given Him authority over all flesh, that He should give eternal life to as many as You have given ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

If Jesus Needed Rest, You Do Too

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Sep 25, 2017

Rest is built into creation, If Jesus Needed Rest, You Do Too.

Intro Good morning Real Life, my name is Curtis (or Jeff to some of you) and I’m the Connections Director here. We are going to be continuing our Timeless series where we’ve been looking at some spiritual disciplines that can help us grow our faith. These aren’t new and in fact have been around ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:2-3, Exodus 20:8-10, Hebrews 4:14-16, Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unforgivenss & Bitterness Go Hand In Hand

Contributed by Jeff Hagan on Sep 26, 2017

When we fail to forgive we hurt ourselves. This sermon offers practical information on signs we have not truly forgiven, what forgiving actually means, the relationship between unforgiveness and bitterness, and how to overcome bitterness with forgiveness.

Scriptures: Matthew 18:21-22; Luke 6:36-37; 23:34; Romans 6:10; 14:10; Ephesians 4:32; Hebrew 12:15; Genesis 50:19-21 Introduction: Forgiveness is an easy word to say but a difficult action to carry out. However, the Bible repeatedly speaks of forgiveness so we cannot ignore its importance. Nor ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Judged By My Own Actions Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 15, 2017

A study of the continual struggle each believer faces as the Spirit confronts the flesh.

“If it had not been for the law, I would not have known sin. For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, ‘You shall not covet.’ But sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of covetousness. For apart from the law, sin lies dead. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Merciful, For They Will Be Shown Mercy

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 13, 2017

Qualities of a christian - Mercy. To receive mercy I must be merciful.

Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount exposes self-righteousness and makes a clear division between it and the true righteousness needed to enter the kingdom of heaven. Righteousness cannot be earned based on what you do and what you refrain from doing, for man absolutely cannot meet God’s standards on his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Breakthrough Insights Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 12, 2020

In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our society – but to get the desired breakthrough in our lives we need to have 20 – 20 vision into the spiritual realm and see through God’s eyes.

Video Transitions: Video 1: Story behind the song God of the Breakthrough! Sermon: Breakthrough insights! Series: Breakthrough 2020! Thesis: In 2020 we are looking for a Breakthrough in our lives – a breakthrough from Covid 19, from divisive politics, from societal division and dissension in our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 91:1-16, James 1:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Conversion Demonstrated Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Aug 24, 2020

This message is an exposition of Philippians 3:7-11. Here Paul offers himself as an example of the changes that occur when a person is truly born again: (1) A Change in Values (2) A Change in Righteousness (3) A Change in Life Goals.

We are in a study of Philippians. Our text today is found in Philippians 3:7-11. We will begin by reading that from the New International Version. “But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-11, John 7:22-23, Matthew 13:44, Matthew 16:24-26, Romans 8:28-29, Isaiah 64:6, Matthew 4:18-22, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Dealing With The Mess Of Stress

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Aug 27, 2020

What is stress? The Scripture presents stress as the state of mind wherein one is concerned about something or someone.

What is stress? In our definition of stress we discriminated between stress, stressor, stress reaction, and strain. * Stress = a general concept describing a "load" on the system, usually external, but can also be initiated internally. * Stressor = a specific problem, issue, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible