Sermons on Invitations:

Go! And See Yourself Through God's Eyes - Numbers 13:33 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 11, 2025

Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I’m not good enough”? Are you allowing fear, self-doubt, and insecurity to whisper louder than the promises of God?

Go! And See Yourself Through God's Eyes - Numbers 13:33 Numbers 13:33 (NLT): “We even saw giants there, the descendants of Anak. Next to them we felt like grasshoppers, and that’s what they thought, too!” Introduction Church, let me begin by asking a question that might hit home for many of ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:33, Exodus 3:14, Judges 6:12, Romans 8:37, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Colossians 2:15, Romans 10:9, Jeremiah 29:11, Numbers 14:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Attempting To Run Away From God" Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 21, 2004

God Still Speaks Inviting Us to Join Him in His Work. God Still Speaks To Us But Sometimes We Don’t Like What Tells Us To Do! Going Away From God Is Always Going In The Wrong Direction When We Are Running From God, Satan Is Away Happy To Provi

A Study of Book of Jonah Sermon # 1 “Attempting To Run From God.” Jonah 1:1-3 Have you ever just wanted to run away? We all probably have that feeling once in a while. We just want to get away. Sometimes it is even that way in ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What A Difference A Day Can Make! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 8, 2012

When was the last time you invited someone to come to church? We say Jesus is important. We say we believe He is the Way, the Truth and the life. We say that we have placed our trust in Him. We say that Our sins are forgiven because of Him. We say we love

What a difference a day can make! The last Sunday I was here I was not preaching. I came to watch the dedication service that was here a couple of weeks ago. What a wonderful day that was. To see this building full of people. To see this building full of people who are really nice people. Nice ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Witnessing: God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Sep 5, 2022

Do you consider yourself a good person? Have you ever doubted God’s goodness? What if you knew the truths about God’s goodness that would help you respond to people who are interested in eternal life and Heaven? You are invited to gain a greater understanding of God’s goodness.

Witnessing: God's Goodness Luke 18:18-30 (If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) Last month, we borrowed out the movie, Heaven is for Real, from the library. It wasn't a great movie. I'm still trying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: *other

The 153 Fish Wake-Up Call Series

Contributed by Austin W. Duncan on Sep 26, 2025

As seasons shift, many of us need a reset with Jesus. John 21 shows the risen Christ meeting drifting disciples, filling empty nets, and inviting them to “come and have breakfast.” This isn’t box-checking; it’s returning to the One who seeks us, provides for us, and re-commissions us.

Can you feel it in the air? That subtle shift as summer fades into fall? Me either. But somehow every single store in all of existence seems to feel it as they’re already putting out Christmas decorations. I think by next year we’re going to see combo-fireworks stands selling candy canes and ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Faith: Stepping Into The Unknown Hebrews 11:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 10, 2024

Delve into the profound truth that if God showed us the entire journey ahead, we might never take the first step. This concept challenges our understanding of faith and invites us to trust in God's guidance even when we cannot see the destination clearly. Let us explore this theme together.

Embracing Faith: Stepping into the Unknown Hebrews 11:1 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth that if God showed us the entire journey ahead, we might never take the first step. This concept challenges our understanding of faith and invites us to trust in God's guidance even ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Genesis 12:1-4, Matthew 4:19, Luke 5:4-6, Romans 8:28, Psalm 37:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"simon Says...." Part Two: Re-Thinking Possible Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on Jun 10, 2025

In part two of our "Simon Says..." preaching series we find Jesus challenging Simon Peter (and challenging us as well) to re-think what is possible with God's help. What might happen if you invited Jesus into your home, into your career, into your circumstance?

“SIMON SAYS” REFLECTING UPON THE JOURNEY OF ONE WHO FOLLOWED JESUS. PART TWO: RE-THINKING POSSIBLE Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-law and Others Luke 4:38-41 (See also Matthew 8:14-17 and Mark 1:29-34) 38 Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:38-41, Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:29-34, James 5:13-15, Isaiah 55:6, Luke 4:40-41, John 16:33, Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 2:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting A Glimpse Of God

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 7, 2023

The following sermon is going to review five people's glimpses of the Lord and how their lives were forever changed! Since meeting God is not an impossibility but a divine gift from our Creator, let us never stop seeking Him and inviting Him to transform our very lives for His honor and glory!

Getting a Glimpse of the Lord John 1:43-51; Mark 10:17-25; Luke 13:10-17; John 21:15-19; Luke 18:9-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 There are so many things happening in this chaotic merry-go-round called life that to keep from succumbing to its chaos we tend to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51, Mark 10:17-25, Luke 13:10-17, John 21:15-19, Luke 18:9-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For The Weary Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We all face challenges and burdens that can leave us feeling weary and hopeless. But Jesus offers us rest and hope. He invites us to exchange our heavy burdens for his light yoke of grace. This rest is best experienced in community, where we can support and carry one another's burdens.

We all need hope, especially after the kind of year we've had. And guess what? That hope is found in Jesus. Life can be a real drag sometimes, right? School, chores, sports, drama... it can all pile up and leave us feeling wiped out. But Jesus gets it. He says, "Come to me, all you who are weary ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30, Galatians 6:2

Topics: Spiritual Rest, Jesus Teachings, Community Fellowship, Divine Peace

Good News In A Bad News World Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 26, 2024

The news bombards us with stories of moral decline and societal turmoil. Yet, amid the chaos, Psalm 36 invites us to shift our focus from the troubling realities to the unwavering truths found in God’s character. Join us as we explore the blessings that come from keeping our eyes fixed on the Lord.

Good News in A Bad News World! Psalm 36 Introduction: Cf. we live in a world in which we are constantly being bombarded with bad news: Christians = can become consumed with 24-hour news cycle 365 days a year that is inundated with bad news. Natural disaster, war, crime out of control, drug ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And Be Born Of God - John 1:12–13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 31, 2025

There is a powerful truth at the very heart of our Christian faith—a truth that transforms identities, restores the broken, and gives eternal hope: we can become children of God.

Go! And Be Born of God - John 1:12–13 Introduction: The Power to Become Imagine for a moment standing before the gates of a glorious palace—not as a tourist, not as a servant, but as a child of the King. That’s not fantasy. That’s the promise of the Gospel. There is a powerful truth at the very ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13, John 1:11, Galatians 3:26, Romans 8:15, John 3:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:9, Numbers 6:24-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kingdom Come! Series

Contributed by David Asch on Oct 12, 2004

In this text we see Jesus begin to proclaim God’s good news. He tells us what this good news is, and what we are invited to do about it. Then we see what we can expect from this good news, as well as what not to focus on. It all begins with some bad news,

Kingdom Come! Mark 1:14-39 INTRO: What’s the best news you have ever heard/could ever hear? Today, God has some really good news for you! PREV: Today we will see Jesus begin to proclaim God’s good news. He’ll tell us what this good news is, and we will see what we are invited to do about this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Escape

Contributed by Perry Anderson on Apr 25, 2014

Temptation is real and it’s a part of our life here on earth It’s Satan’s invitation to live his kind of life…a life of wickedness. God offers us a way to escape the devil's snares and live a life of peace & joy. We can enjoy spiritual prosperity.

1 Corinthians 10:12-13 “Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed that he does not fall. No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13, James 1:13-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Follow

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 18, 2013

Jesus still has the “Follow Me” invitation on the table. We need to Dive in to this spiritual world and follow the Master Diver as He shows us things we have never seen before. The choice is ours to make. So if we choose to follow Him make sure you are following Him for the right reason.

Theme: Immerse (fall 2013 Christian Hills Church) Series: Dive In Show Handout and highlight: This series is designed to encourage you to grow in your spiritual dimension of life. We should be as Christians viewing things from the realm of the spirit. This realm is very different than the lens you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eliminate Doubt Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

James knew humanity only too well. Immediately after James invites us to charge boldly into our new lives, he points us to the tool for sustained endurance: Wisdom. Without God’s wisdom, we can quickly sprint into a concrete wall and spend months or years banging our heads against it.

Tom Lowe 1/18/2021 I. There are certain realities of life common to all believers – 1:2-1:18. A. Trials and testing will come and can be overcome -- 1:2-8. 5. Eliminate doubt -- 1:6-8. Lesson: James 1:6-8 - Eliminate Doubt Text: James 1:6-8 (KJV) 6But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist