Sermons on Influence Society:

Leaders Needed Ii Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 21, 2009

Exposition of Acts 27:23-44 regarding the leadership qualities of Paul on his ride to Rome

Text: Acts 27:23-44, Title: Leaders Needed II, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/13/09, PM A. Opening illustration: Sing the song from Gilligan’s Island, B. Background to passage: we are picking up this morning in the middle of a storm, literally. Paul and 275 other people are on a 3 hour tour that turned ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:23-44

Denomination: Baptist

True Values: Biblical Preaching And Teaching Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 27, 2008

We value Biblical preaching and teaching because it is God’s instruction manual for His Church.

True Value: Biblical Preaching and Teaching Text: 2 Tim. 3:16-17; 2 Tim. 4:1-4 Introduction 1. The second core value has to do with our source for faith and doctrine: the Bible. 2. Illustration: The Department of Social Services in Greenville County, South Carolina sent the following ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Hindrance To Restoration Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 18, 2023

Do you know, there is a hindrance to restoration in your life? The devil is fighting hard to stop the restoration and new beginnings in our lives.

INTRODUCTION Happy New Year. The year 2010 is the year of the Lord’s favor. God spoke to us on the 31st night that this year He is going to do some new beginnings in our lives. Do you know, there is a hindrance to restoration in your life? The devil is fighting hard to stop the restoration and new ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 12:1, 2 Kings 12:2, Romans 12:2, 1 Kings 12:3, 2 Kings 12:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Chameleon - You Are Chosen Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of being chosen by God, emphasizing the responsibility of spreading His goodness to others, supported by personal anecdotes and biblical references.

Tell a story of a time that you were playing sports growing up and you were picked for the team. Or picked for a group of some kind. The reason you were picked is because you had something valuable to bring to the group...You were of value to the team that picked you. The reality today is, God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Topics: Chosen By God, Spiritual Influence, Proclaiming Goodness

Sermon Series: Chameleon

Do Not Conform Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As Christians, we are called not to conform to the world's patterns but to be transformed by renewing our minds. This transformation requires intentional daily living.

Let's kick things off with a little experiment. I've got a video of a chameleon here. What's the first thing you notice about it? Right, it changes colors to blend in with its surroundings. It's a survival tactic. But here's the thing, we're not chameleons. We're not meant to blend in, but to stand ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Topics: Conformity, Transformation, Social Influence, Personal Growth

Flip The Blessing Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As believers, we are called to bless others, regardless of their response. By focusing on others, appreciating their good qualities, and speaking well of them, we can invoke God's authority and bring blessings into their lives.

You know how in video games, you get power-ups or bonuses that give you extra points or abilities? Well, in real life, we have something similar, and it's called blessings. You remember the story of the Israelites, right? They were wandering in the desert, and God gave them this awesome blessing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Numbers 6:24-26, 1 Peter 2:9, Matthew 10:12, Zechariah 9:12, Job 42:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Kindness, Compassion, Spiritual Growth, Positive Influence

The Covenant Of Salt

Contributed by Michael Hobday on Jul 29, 2025

Matthew 5:13 – “You are the salt of the earth.”

Praise be to the wonderful name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, I want to talk about something sacred and often overlooked — something that has spiritual weight and covenant significance. Jesus said, “You are the salt of the earth.” Not just a metaphor, but a calling, a covenant, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13, Leviticus 2:13, Numbers 18:19, 2 Chronicles 13:5, Revelation 1:6, Revelation 5:10, Ezekiel 16:4, Genesis 19:26, Luke 17:32, Colossians 4:6, Luke 14:34  (view more)  (view less)

What Is A Christian

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

Describes a Christian: stands out from society; speaks out for the Saviour; and ings out in their suffering

WHAT IS A CHRISTIAN? Acts 11:26 Introduction: 1. A Christian is a person who realizes that he/she is a lost sinner, recognizes what God has done for them through the lifted Saviour, and then receives by faith Jesus Christ to Christ to be his lasting salvation. 2. One of the most ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

Pass The Salt, Please!

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 5, 2007

Our influence in the world is not to be contained or limited to the wall of a Church and not being used to impact the world around us.

Sermon Text: Matt 5:13 (Believers Are Salt and Light) "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt should lose its taste, how can it be made salty? It’s no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled on by men. Plot Outline: This film contains not only some incredible surf ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Noah; The Man Of Favor Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jan 22, 2016

Noah lived in a wicked world but he was favored by God. This sermon centers on how to be an influence on others.

Hillary and Bill Clinton decided to go for a drive one weekend to see the beautiful countryside and take a break from politics. After a while, they needed to stop for gas. They pulled into a tiny gas station, and out walked a man to help them. Hillary looked up and screamed at the top of her ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-10

Denomination: Foursquare

Witness: Resolves #9 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019

A witness resolves to speak the truth in a society opposed to the truth. We must be resolute in our message.

We began a conversation a number of weeks ago about what gives us meaning in this life and I suggested that the question is actually a mute point for those who call themselves Christian because if we believe that Christ came, died and rose again then we must also live out this reality. To live out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 25:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Consider The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 4, 2010

The Bible: It’s salvation to the sinner, sanctification to the saint, sufficient to the suffering, satisfying to the scholar.

THE BIBLE IS THE WORD OF GOD 2 Peter 1:16-21 2 Tim 3:14-4:4 A few years ago the major division between professing Christians was over choice of denomination or doctrine. Do you know what the major division between professing Christians is today? The division is between those who believe the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Habit For Life

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010

As another year is about to begin, and many resolutions are being made, let daily bible reading be one of the top resolutions on your list

A Habit For Life 12/27/08 AM Reading: Psalm 119:1-10 Introduction: It is almost the end of another year; New Years Day will be this Thursday which for many of us means New Years resolutions are in order. And that idea, the desire to make this coming year better then the one now ending, the desire ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passing The Flame

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Mar 26, 2002

David’s influence of Solomon inspires and instructs fathers today as to thier responsibility.

Passing the Flame: From Father to Child 1 Chronicles 28:8-13, 19-21 I.Teach them to follow God’s moral standard.(8) A. “Be Careful,” 1. Heb. “Sha-mar” = “to keep.” 2 Senses a. To watch/tend like you would tend a garden. i. Word first used in Gen. 2:15: Keeping the Garden ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Bob Hager on Apr 12, 2001

Jesus modeled real influence when he washed his disciples feet.

In our scripture this evening, we see the servant message of the Gospel. Jesus and his disciples are coming home after a tense day in Jerusalem, a day in which Jesus alludes to the imminence of his impending death. Filled with anxiety and fear, they enter the upper room. After a day out in the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist