Sermons on Lens:

Seeing With God's Eyes Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 2, 2023

How God's perspective differs from our human perspective and what it means for our lives as believers.

"Seeing with God's Eyes" Introduction: Begin by welcoming the congregation and introducing the key verse: "For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart" (1 Samuel 16:7b, NLT). Explain that today's sermon will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Born Again Christians Have A Spiritual Rebirth Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 11, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teachings on being born again, examining the concept of spiritual rebirth and its implications for our lives.

As believers, we often hear the term "born again" used to describe the experience of becoming a Christian. But what does it mean to be born again? Is it simply a matter of praying a prayer or attending church, or is there something more profound happening? In this sermon, we will explore ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 6:4

Living Into What We Believe

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 11, 2015

As children of God we live into what we believe.

Title: Living Into What We Believe Text: I John 5:1-5 Thesis: As children of God we live into what we believe. Introduction This week I came across a cartoon set in the wild west days of Tomestone, Arizona where on Wednesday, October26 at 3 p.m. Virgil, Morgan and Wyatt Earp along with Doc ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Envy

Contributed by Carl Allen on May 5, 2010

Let’s be honest – it’s in all of us. From the cradle to the grave envy’s in our hearts and you see it come to the surface in the things we think and say.

Envy Exodus 20:7; Gen. 37 Introduction I want you to imagine two small town grocery store owners; two men who are bitter rivals. Their stores are right across the street from each other, and they spend each day with an eye on each other, keeping track of each other’s business. One gets a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Baptist

Alert Series

Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

This ongoing awareness and service, rather than anticipation of a specific future event, is the essence of spiritual alertness.

In the pages of today's gospel, Jesus takes on the role of a sage advisor, instilling wisdom and motivation in his followers as he contemplates an imminent departure of uncertain duration. His counsel revolves around the imperative of spiritual vigilance—an awakening from the slumber of routine ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:31-37

Denomination: Other

Christmas Message: "mary, Did You Know?"(1)

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 18, 2024

The hymn “Mary, Did You Know?” beautifully captures the essence of this anticipation. It prompts us to reflect on Mary’s profound journey and the life-changing role she played in God’s divine narrative.

Introduction: Merry Christmas, beloved community! Today, as we gather to celebrate the birth of our Savior, I want us to reflect on a simple yet profound question: “Mary, did you know?” This question encapsulates the wonder, mystery, and the revolutionary calling of a young woman chosen to bear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Methodist

From Poverty To Prosperity And Breaking Free From A Broken Mindset Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 13, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principles that can help us break free from a broken and poverty-stricken mindset.

As Christians, we are called to live a life of abundance and prosperity, but for many of us, a poverty mindset holds us back from experiencing the fullness of God's blessings. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical principles that can help us break free from a broken and poverty-stricken ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Philippians 4:4-9 - How To Rejoice In The Lord Always

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2024

The Apostle Paul directs us to rejoice in the Lord always, but some days rejoicing is easier said than done. In this message we examine the framework to keep rejoicing regardless of your personal circumstances.

The Apostle Paul, a little background—he's in prison. At some point, he realizes he's probably going to be put to death. When you read his resume of catastrophe, it's pretty impressive: shipwrecks, bitten by a snake, whipped, beaten, left for dead, threatened constantly. And yet, in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Martha And Mary

Contributed by Colin Thornby on Nov 6, 2010

Service is being in relationship with Jesus (Luke 10:38-42)

Let us pray: Jesus, be in what I say, and stop me from getting in the way of what you want my sisters and brothers to hear. Help us all to listen to you with our ears, our minds and our hearts, so that your living presence can teach us, renew us and help us to live as children of the Father. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

The Faith The Brings Life

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Sep 26, 2011

All in Adam die; all in Christ are made alive.

Lunn’s Colonial Funeral Home Wichita Falls, Texas September 26, 2011 Witness to the Resurrection Stanley Ray Kennedy (September 3, 1922 – September 23, 2011) THE KIND OF FAITH THAT BRINGS LIFE Isaac Butterworth 1 Corinthians 15:12-22 (NIV) 12 …If it is preached that Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Your Christmas Dream?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jan 12, 2007

The first of Three 2006 Advent Sermons

(1) Last year I heard an incredible song that was the background to a house whose lights were set to this song. Those of us who have e-mail probably received it at least once last season. After I tracked down the title, I tracked down the CD and Susan gave me the CD as a birthday present. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Get Up And Get Dressed

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Nov 27, 2006

When people see us “make allowance for each other’s faults and forgive the person who offends {us}” (Colossians 3:13) then and only then will they conclude we are followers of Jesus.

Wakeup call at our house – a ritual! First call – “Time to get up and get ready.” Fifteen minutes later – “Come on get out of bed! We have to go soon!” Then in frustration and desperation Glenys pulls the blankets back and hollers, “DALE, it’s time to get up! We leave in an hour!” You thought it ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

God's Not Like Us

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 5, 2022

I was watching an American Gospel production and it showed a bible opened to Ps. 50:21 focusing on the words, "you thought I was altogether like you". Thinking God is like us puts human thinking and reasoning into the mind of God. But God is not like us.

GOD'S NOT LIKE US I was watching a trailer for an American Gospel production about how the gospel had become watered down in America and how some churches are conforming to please the masses. At one point it cut to a shot of a bible opened up to Ps. 50:21 focusing on the words, "you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:21, Numbers 23:19, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 55:6-9, Isaiah 40:13-14, Romans 11:33-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church At Its Best Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

The church is at its best when the church is bold.

Last week we took a few moments to study the first opposition the early church experienced. The big take away from our time together was that there is a spiritual dimension to life whereby Satan, the enemy of God, wages war against Him and all the good that He has given the world. The war that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Born Once Is Not Enough Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 8, 2024

Challenges hearers to consider the implications of being born again.

“BORN ONCE IS NOT ENOUGH” John 3:3; 1 Peter 1:23-25; 1 John 3:9 FBCF – 1/7/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Funny bumper stickers: - “The closer you get the slower I drive.” - “Do you follow Jesus this close?” - “Free airbag test for tailgaters” - How many of you resonate w/ these??? Some are sad: - “God ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3, 1 Peter 1:23-25, 1 John 3:9

Denomination: Baptist