Sermons on Made Perfect:

Practice Makes Perfect (2018)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 30, 2021

Are we children of God? Or do we just claim the name with charades and dismiss the character? Isn’t that what today’s text is all about? On a daily basis, we are called to live up to the name because the way we live is supposed to illustrate who Jesus is!

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Text: I John 3:1- 7 The story is told of Alexander the Great confronting a coward: "Alexander the Great had a soldier in his army who also bore the name Alexander. But this man was a coward. Alexander the Great called him before him and said to him, "You ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Understanding God's Perfect Timing SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

In this lesson, we explore how the all-powerful God has set the times forever, inspiring awe in people. We delve into understanding the concept of time from a divine perspective.

In today's lesson, we learn that God is in control of the times and that we should stand in awe before Him. The writer of Ecclesiastes, also known as "Qoheleth" and "the Preacher," wanted to know how to live a meaningful life. He tried all kinds of ways to find meaning but ultimately concluded that ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-15

Topics: God's Sovereign Will, Understanding Time

God’s Perfect Plan

Contributed by Dan Stires on Dec 7, 2011

God’s plan for our lives is not always going to be exactly what we think. But God’s Plan will always be Perfect for us! God’s plan for our lives is not always an easy one. But it is a plan that will become a blessing to many if we will obey that call.

God’s Perfect Plan? Scripture: John 1:6-8, 19-28 Scripture Reading: Matthew 1:18-25 There’s something special about Christmas pageants, even those in which everything seems to go wrong. I think you’ll like this story: A church tried to outdo the previous years Christmas pageants, so they ...read more

Scripture: John 1:18-25

Denomination: Nazarene

The Path To Perfection: Mature Views Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 5, 2025

What is one trial or temptation you are facing? What if you could have mature views of them that would help you better understand as well as navigate trials and temptations? We invite you to listen and learn how to be built by, instead of broken by, these circumstances!

(If you feel this sermon is helpful, you are welcome to visit https://danachau.thinkific.com/ for a free online course.) The Path to Perfection: Mature views James 1:12-18 We continue our study in the letter from James. This series is titled The Path to Perfection. Perfection here is referring ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: *other

Quest For Perfection, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 9, 2007

Not only does God require outward perfection in the things that we do. He requires inward perfection in who we are in our inmost being. He knows we can’t fulfill His requirement, so He promises Good News.

1. Perfect according to motivation a. Motivation for good deeds (6:1-4) b. Motivation for prayer (6:5-15) c. Motivation for fasting (6:16-18) 2. Perfect according to mindset a. Mindset toward material wealth (6:19-24) b. Mindset toward physical needs (6:25-34) c. Mindset toward sin in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Triumphing In The Perfect Moral Storm Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 31, 2021

Why do we see the signs of Christ’s presence and refuse to believe in Him? He is the Son of God. What does He want to do in us today?

Monday of 18th week in course Gospel of Life Poor Hananiah the prophet. He was completely clueless about the mission of a prophet. He believed–and I think it was a core belief–that prophets are called by God to make people feel better. So when Jeremiah, miming his prophecy of disaster for a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 28:1-17, Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Catholic

Baking Bread And Becoming Perfect Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 13, 2024

A glimpse into the Kingdom of God and the way we can get there.

Fifth Sunday of Lent 2024 Today the prophet Jeremiah, who is famous in all the world for his predictions of doom, not just for faithless Israel prior to its destruction by Babylon, has a cheery prediction. Actually, the Holy Spirit is allowing him kind of a glimpse into heaven after the general ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Hebrews 5:7-9, Psalm 51:3-4, Psalm 51:12-15, Jeremiah 31:31-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

A Perfect Heart Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on Jan 25, 2022

In this message with Pastor Kiruba Stephen, we will learn, what are the characteristics of one whose heart is loyal to the Lord God Almighty.

1. Amaziah was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and he reigned twenty and nine years in Jerusalem. And his mother's name was Jehoaddan of Jerusalem. 2. And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, but not with a perfect heart. Now, please make a note of this, verse ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 25:1-17

Perfect Idea For A New Year

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Jan 18, 2021

Without gainsaying, it must be noted that “ideas rule the world”, you do not need a huge amount of money to be successful in life, the number one thing you need to do is to conceive a great idea.

Perfect Idea for a new year Text: Gen. 2: 19 - 20, Gen. 4: 20 - 24 Aim: Every year people make resolutions but it is a pity that before the end of the first quarter of a new year many would have given up on their pursuit. But this year you must embark on a rewardable journey, you must lay your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Satan's Nearly Perfect Plan

Contributed by James May on Dec 2, 2007

The temptations that Jesus faced in the wilderness present a pattern that Satan has used since the creation of man. He had a nearly perfect plan to get even with God, but it failed at Calvary.

Satan’s Nearly Perfect Plan By Pastor Jim May There’s an old saying that goes like this: “Even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” Things just don’t always work out the way we plan them to. Satan’s plan to overcome man was perfect. He knew that if he could just get Adam to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Perfect Storm - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Robert Houston, Sr. on Dec 17, 2001

An examination of Jonah’s struggle with the will of God.

As we continue into this exploration of the life of Jonah – it is interesting to discover how much we are like him. Many times in our lives we have to deal with God giving us a word. Whether it is directly from the Word of God (the Bible), or by the Man of God (the Preacher) or by Inspiration of ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Cameos Of God's Perfect Forgiveness

Contributed by Gary Webb on Oct 24, 2006

Word pictures of how God forgives. These give us a better understanding of how we too can forgive more perfectly

Matthew 18:21-22 - Then Peter came to Him and said, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? Up to seven times?" Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you, up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven. No doubt Peter thought his Master would be pleased with his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Go On To Perfection

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 24, 2003

An exortation to remane stedfast in the faith.

Let us go on to perfection,An exhortation to remain steadfast in the Faith. Soon we shall see the portals of Glory, soon we shall see the Great I Am, The Almighty Liveing God. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:10, Hebrews 6:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking In God’s Perfect Will

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

God’s perfect will is the most fulfilling and rewarding path for your life. It may not always be popular, easy, or understood by others, but it is always filled with peace, purpose, and power.

WALKING IN GOD’S PERFECT WILL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 32:8, Ephesians 5:17, Colossians 1:9 INTRODUCTION: Walking in God’s perfect will is one of the most important pursuits in the life of a believer. God’s will is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Perfect Justice And Suffering Saints Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 27, 2014

Pain ends suffering for Saints at their physical death, but only begins for those who have not obeyed the Gospel and have not FEARED GOD.

PERFECT JUSTICE and SUFFERING SAINTS: 2 Thess. 1: 1-12 Listen to this statement: Christianity is NOT a self-help religion. It is NOT a self-improvement course on improving your own self-righteousness. The Reality of Christianity is this: You have failed to meet God’s Perfect Standard of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist