Sermons on Live Above Average:

Everybody Needs A Timothy

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 20, 2025

We are called not only to be followers of Christ, be we are also called to be mentors.

The Apostle Paul was converted on his way to Damascus, where he was going to kill dozens of Christians. He was a feared assassin, and surely the news of his journey struck fear in the hearts of Christians in Damascus. But a dramatic meeting with Jesus changed Paul’s path. His conversion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Christ Is Alive: Do You Believe This?

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 2, 2025

Only Christianity can talk about a prophet who died and who physically rose again, who is alive, still active, still speaking, still interceding, still saving and still changing lives forever - Jesus Christ, the Son of God, the Savior of the world.

Jesus Christ is Alive: Do You Believe this? Luke 24:1-12 20 April 2025 Today we will be talking about the event that has changed the course of the world, the most significant day in human history…the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Christian faith stands or falls on Christ’s resurrection, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redeemed

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on May 17, 2025

When we accept Jesus as our Savior, we receive redemption.

When I was a kid at Edison Elementary in South Charleston, a friend of mine, John Hamilton, and I would hang out on those long, lazy summer afternoons. We might watch TV, listen to records, play video games, or whatever. Every once in a while, we might try to scrounge up some money to play ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:20, Ephesians 1:7-8

Denomination: United Methodist

New Year

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 3, 2026

How we should be as Christians in the New Year?

1. This new year we could LIVE AWAKE — NOT ASLEEP • Remember Romans 13:11–12 “The hour has come for you to wake from sleep… the night is far gone; the day is at hand.” • Paul probably isn’t talking about physical sleep. He’s talking about spiritual drowsiness. • Sometimes I drift instead of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:11-12

Denomination: Methodist

Living The Good Life: A Guide To Christian Virtues SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

This is an introductory overview of the nine virtues for Christian living, also known as the 'Be' Attitudes. The following sermons will delve deeper into each virtue. This sermon can stand alone or serve as a kick-off to the series.

This sermon is an introduction to the series on the Beatitudes, which are found in the Sermon on the Mount in the book of Matthew. The Beatitudes are nine attitudes that Christians should strive to have in their lives. Let's take a closer look at each of these attitudes. "Blessed are the poor in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Topics: Sermon On The Mount, Christian Living

Growing In Faith: Our Life's Letter SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

We are living letters, our lives reflecting our faith, that others may see and glorify our Father.

Living Epistles - 2 Corinthians 3:2-3 Throughout the Bible, Christians are compared to various things like branches, salt, lights, and sheep. In 2 Corinthians 3:2-3, we are compared to epistles or letters written with the spirit of the living God. The Corinthian church had attitudes hindering the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2

Topics: Faith Growth, Living Testimony

Embracing Life's Fresh Start SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

God has gifted us with a fresh start through Jesus Christ. We are encouraged to (1) let go of our past, and (2) live with a renewed sense of purpose.

Today, we will explore the incredible truth that God has given us a new life through Jesus Christ. This new life calls us to leave behind our past and embrace a renewed purpose. Let us dive into 2 Corinthians 5:17, which states, "Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: New Beginnings, Purposeful Living

God Of All Possibilities PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

Explores the mystery of Ezekiel's vision, emphasizing the satisfaction found in God's riddles and the transformative power of His breath.

Good morning, my dear family in Christ. We gather here today, hearts filled with faith, minds ready to receive. We stand on the precipice of understanding, ready to step into the wisdom that our Lord so generously imparts. I am reminded of a quote by G.K. Chesterton who once said, "The riddles of ...read more

Topics: Dry Bones, Live Again

In Season And Out Of Season PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 31, 2023

Encourages believers to uphold and preach God's truth, stand against false teachings, and honor God in all aspects of life.

Greetings, beloved family of God. It is indeed another wonderful day that the Lord has made, and as we gather together in His name, we are reminded of the unending grace and love that our Heavenly Father showers upon us. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment, to partake in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4

Topics: Living For The Lord, No Matter What

A Pleasant Sweet Fragrance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

Encourages Christians to radiate positivity, pervade their surroundings with Christ's love, and persevere in love and forbearance, embodying the pleasing aroma of Christ.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather here in His presence, just as we are, with hearts open and ready to receive the Word of God. It's a beautiful day, not because the sun is shining, but because the Son is reigning. Today, we're going to look at a passage from the second ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:15-16

Topics: Positive Influence, Christian Living

Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 18, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of thankfulness, emphasizing its ability to change our perspective, relationships, and overall life experience. Key

Good morning, beloved family. It's a joy to be gathered here once again in the house of the Lord, a place where hearts are mended, spirits are lifted, and souls are nourished. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform our lives ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20, Psalm 147:7, Colossians 3:15, Philippians 4:12, Daniel 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Topics: Thankfulness, All Aspects, Lives

I Depend On God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to find rest in God, trust His deliverance, immerse in His Word, and discern His divine direction amidst life's trials.

Welcome, dear friends, to our time of fellowship and reflection. Isn't it a blessing to gather here, in the presence of our Lord, to contemplate His Word and seek His wisdom? I am thrilled to share with you today, not just an ordinary message, but a profound truth that resonates with the core of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5-12

Topics: Living On God, Dependence On God

A Second Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon explores trusting God in difficult times, by heeding His call, harnessing His grace, and maintaining unwavering faith, even in the face of adversity. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather today, let us remember the words of the great Christian author, Charles Spurgeon, who said, "To trust God in the light is nothing, but trust him in the dark - that is faith." Today, we are going to look at the heart of this faith, the kind of faith ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Psalm 62:5-12

Topics: God's Calling, Our Lives

Power PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power, indwelling presence, and boundless love of God, as revealed in Ephesians 3, encouraging believers to embrace these truths. Key

For this reason I, Paul, the prisoner of Christ Jesus for the sake of you Gentiles— Surely you have heard about the administration of God’s grace that was given to me for you, that is, the mystery made known to me by revelation, as I have already written briefly. In reading this, then, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-21

Topics: God's Power, Our Lives

Metamorphosis

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 6, 2023

Being 'born from above' will create a new person

John 3:1-17 Today's scripture from John contains probably one of the best-known lines of text in the Bible. You can find this reference on billboards and marquees, spray-painted as graffiti on walls in tenements and rocks and rooftops. You can't watch a football game on television without ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 19:38-42, John 7:45-52

Denomination: Episcopal