Sermons on Improvement:

Now Is The Hour

Contributed by David Swanger on Jan 16, 2024

Though we do not know what the future holds, we will choose what we do, become, and how we respond.

NOW IS THE HOUR (Ephesians 5:15-17) Compared to eternity, in one sense our lives are almost nothing. But they are everything, because in this short thing called life, I can insert myself into God’s eternal plan – passionately live for Him, use my time and talents to live for others and make an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

The Power Of Spiritual Incubation

Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 19, 2019

The process of chick development closely resembles that of believers developing into the nature of Christ. 3 similarities: their beginning, the need for brooding, and their maturity empowering them to break out of their limitations.

THE POWER OF SPIRITUAL INCUBATION Mt. 23:37; Lk. 13:34 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was at a large Starbucks in Los Angeles. He reached in his coat pockets and pulled out a tiny piano and a medium-size rat. The rat began to play the piano. A crowd gathered, amazed. 2. “That’s nothing,” the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:37, Luke 13:34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Happiness Through - Humility (Beatitudes) Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Nov 2, 2020

In Jesus day, the Pharisee’s taught information without transformation, no authority. Jesus turns this upside down and speaks words that captivate the ears of the people, words that brings life. Today we will explore happiness through humility.

Happiness In An Unsettling World Steele Creek Church, Eastfield Campus Dr. Tom Bartlett – September 6, 2020 Matthew 5:3 OUTLINE Matthew 5:3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 5:3 (ESV) For most, happiness comes from things, but could it be the source of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Other

It's A Process! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 10, 2020

We are born with them. We are often driven by them. Our emotions can help us and hurt us. The real challenge? Can our emotions help us Make a Difference?

I'm Mad Pt. 3 - It's a Process I. Introduction We have been talking about how we communicate anger. We could say, "I'm fired up!" I'm steamed. That grinds my gears! I'm grated. I'm triffin'!" The way we say it isn't nearly as important as what we do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2, 2 Samuel 23:18-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is So Much More!

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 14, 2020

Are you content with where you are in CHRIST? or have you become complacent? Jesus says, "But there is SO MUCH MORE!" Question is, will you receive it?

2020.07.12.Sermon.There is So Much More. William Akehurst, HSWC Philippians 4:13 John 16:12-15 Psalm 118:23 Contentment or Complacency. Which are you? To be content is to be happy with one’s situation or condition. Being content means being happy. Being complacent means refusing to work to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13, John 16:12-15, Psalm 118:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chasing David

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Jul 30, 2020

At first Saul loved David, until he started seeing him as a threat to his throne. And from that moment he plotted to kill him.

CHASING DAVID "5 So David went out wherever Saul sent him, and behaved wisely. And Saul set him over the men of war, and he was accepted in the sight of all the people and also in the sight of Saul’s servants. 6 Now it had happened as they were coming home, when David was returning from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-9, 2 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do During Difficult Times Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 25, 2021

Trials teach us spiritual toughness in order to hang in there when there are no answers.

Ravi was born in 1953 in India into a family of wealth as they were in the second-highest caste, lower only than the priests. Destined for comfort and great opportunities, he was a devout Hindu. The village rejoiced with the family at his birth, especially since male children were seen as a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Red Rover Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022

The single most significant impacting force in our lives is relationships. Therefore, we must learn the games people play so that we can manage relationships to win!

Games People Play Pt. 1 - Red Rover I. Introduction It is without a doubt a hall of fame worthy playground game! It is a perennial favorite. It was in fact on of my favorites because even though I was small, tiny in stature I was quick and in a very short amount of space I could generate enough ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-6, John 9:13-14, John 9:28-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Passion Drives Our Change Readiness Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jul 10, 2022

Encounters with God can fail, if we are not prepared for the change that follows any encounter. In this concluding part of the series Dr. Madana Kumar explores the dynamics all of us face when we are faced with change.

Encounters With God Series Part 7 Our Change Readiness decides the outcome of the encounter on our lives For a video/ audio version of the message, please visit https://youtu.be/qzMm9hTdMNw Good morning. This is the seventh and concluding part of this series of messages on Encounters with God. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22, 1 John 4:18, John 6:22-66, Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chasing Loins.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 13, 2021

Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible;

Chasing Loins. 2 Samuel 23:20-21NLT Once I heard a sermon about a man named Benaiah, who chased a loin into a pit on a snowy day and killed it. I could hardly believe this was recorded in the Bible; Moreover, very little has been said about Benaiah. Because of Benaiah’s fearless act, he was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:20-21, 2 Samuel 23:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Kind Of Father Is God?

Contributed by Troy Mueller on Jun 17, 2016

Father's Day sermon June 2016

What Kind Of Father Is God? Topical Intro – So, today is Father’s Day – a day dedicated to acknowledging, honoring and being thankful for our earthly fathers. Considering that this is the purpose of the day – I would like for you to take a minute and think about your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Move Those Rocks!

Contributed by John Crowe on Jul 25, 2016

A sermon focusing on Religious Freedom special thanks to, Joey Nelson, Bill Huth, Congresman Jack Kingston, Solomon

Don’t move those rocks! Proverbs 22:28 July 24, 2016 River Bend Baptist Church INTRO: Turn in your Bible to Proverbs 22:28. While you are turning there; let’s start off a little differently today. I want to remind you of some wise saying of Solomon. Proverbs 9:8 Do not rebuke a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Or Fake? (John 15:1-8)

Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 4, 2019

FRUIT OR FAKE? (JOHN 15:1-8)

FRUIT OR FAKE? (JOHN 15:1-8) A church moving into the neighborhood made the following announcement: “Has the heaviness of you old fashioned church got you weighted down? Try us! We are the New and Improved Lite Church of the Valley. Studies have shown we have 24% fewer commitments than other ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love In The Family

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Feb 2, 2017

Each of us should re-double our efforts to ensure that our families are all that they should be. Husbands and wives have a God-given obligation to love one another and to submit to one another for the glory of God.

LOVE IN THE FAMILY Study Text: 1 John 3: 10 - 12 Introduction: - Families generally begin in love. A man and woman fall in love, they get married, and out of their love come children. . In the beginning, God established the family as the first of all human relationships. - From that family, God ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can I Be Attractive?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 13, 2020

As we follow on the weekend of Valentine's Day, Jesus talks about what is attractive to Him, and what we should be attracted to. He shows us what sin is, so that we see who HE is.

2.16.20 Matthew 5 27 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery,’ 28 but I tell you that everyone who looks at a woman with lust has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29 If your right eye causes you to fall into sin, pluck it out and throw it away from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-31

Denomination: Lutheran