Sermons on Make A Difference:

Life At Sea Is Different Than What You May Think.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 9, 2017

We all need a desired haven, seafarers in particular; a forgotten highly skilled workforce who life apart from the rest of us. This is a tribute to Sea Sunday, and the hardship mariners endure.

This sermon was delivered to the congregation in Holy Trinity, in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 9th July 2017: by Gordon McCulloch (A Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). The readings for today are: Jonah 1: 1-17, Psalm 107: 1-3 & 23-32, Acts 27.27-28.2 and Luke ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:23-32, Psalm 107:1-3

Denomination: Episcopal

Use Me

Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002

God wants to use you to make an eternal difference in the lives of others during your time on earth.

INTRO: We Build People Overview FIRST BASE: COMMITTED TO MEMBERSHIP (Include Them) “Come and See…” – John 1:39. NON-NEGOTIABLE VALUE: “Every person has the right to a presentation of the gospel at his or her level of understanding. PRIMARY FOCUS: Evangelism * Assimilation * Ministering to needs ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Son Burnt

Contributed by David Dalton on Mar 18, 2003

This sermon deals with the difference being in the presence of the Lord makes. Our look, our love, and our life.

“SON BURNT” QUESTION: HAVE YOU EVER BEEN SUN BURNT? ILLUSTRATION: Have you ever noticed how some people get burnt easier then others? I usually get burnt pretty good at the beginning of the Summer. Eventually my burnt skin turns into a nice tan and then I don’t get burnt as easily. Some ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:29-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Watch Your Attitude

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 28, 2008

Attitudes are so important. “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,” Winston Churchill once said.

TWO DISTINCT SPIRITUAL ATTITUDES John 21: 19-22 Attitudes are so important. “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,” Winston Churchill once said. Nothing affects the church more than attitude. It is attitude not aptitude that determines one’s altitude in life. Someone has ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Law Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 15, 2010

If we want to make a real difference in people’s lives, then we must emphasize love, not law.

This last week, I came across a website that cataloged what they called “The Best Church Bulletin Bloopers.” They are sentences that actually appeared in church bulletins or were announced in church services. Here are just a few of them: Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Know Who You Are? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 14, 2020

Who are you? Whose name do you bear? And what difference does that make to your life?

OPEN: There was a famous singer back in the 70’s named Jim Croce. He wrote songs like “Time in a bottle,” “Don’t mess around with Jim”, and others. One of the last songs he wrote began with these words… “Like the pine trees linin' the windin' road, I've got a name, I've got a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hallelujah, Christ Arose!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 28, 2023

The Resurrection is the crucial event in Christian history because of the incredible difference it makes in the lives of Christ’s followers.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Luke 24:13-53 It seems rather strange to be preaching a sermon today about the resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-53

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is My Refuge

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Aug 18, 2024

In times of trouble we seek peace and safety. Where we seek it makes all the difference in the world.

It always seems that I get a request to preach form the Psalms. Today Psalm 11. The Psalms speak to us – we can almost hear ourselves in the Psalms – praising God – mourning our sin – questioning the world – seeking vengeance on our enemies. Before reading let’s introduce some aspects of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born To Be A Better Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 23, 2022

Jesus was born to be our savior. But what does that mean, and what difference can that make in our lives?

There was a Christian who gave a Bible to somebody who was going through a rough time. Their life had been one disaster after the other, but in all that time there was never really made an effort to follow Jesus. So, as this Christian gave a Bible to the man… he encouraged him to read it, and he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:22-27, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Judge Not

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 16, 2013

What's the difference between an appraisal and a judgment? If the devil can't destroy us by making us apathetic, he'll try to do it by making us judgmental.

It’s hard to talk about judging others without sounding judgmental! “Judge not lest ye be judged” is one of the most quoted and misunderstood verses in the Bible. People who never open a Bible, people who are biblically illiterate, still know this statement, and readily use ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Congregational

What Are We Supposed To Remember? Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 1, 2007

Four things to remember as we participate in communion. These four things can make a meaningful difference in how to receive His help in our times of need.

May, 2007 Communion Sermon What Are We Supposed to Remember? Luke 22:1-20 Focus: “…this do in remembrance of me.” Luke 22:19 INTRODUCTION: We had a speaker at our school who lived in Duncan Falls when he was in third grade. I didn’t recognize his name, and I was looking forward to meeting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

How Do We Differ From The Forgiver That Would Not Forgive?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Apr 15, 2024

What if God did to us what this man did to another?

This passage of Scripture responds to Peter's inquiry concerning how often he ought to pardon a brother (or sister) who sins against him. Jesus explains with an illustration concerning the servant and a king. The king excuses the man's tremendous, unpayable obligation. However, the servant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Would We Live Differently If We Knew It Was Tomorrow?

Contributed by Howard Green on Oct 21, 2024

How would we live differently if we knew Jesus was coming back tomorrow? It would radically alter our priorities and what matters.

Illustration: Imagine knowing about October 7th, the Indian Ocean Tsunami, 9-11, Pearl Harbor, or the Titanic on the day before they happened! Consider the importance of knowing what was coming and the chance to heed the warning. Knowing about these events the day before would have changed the way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Difference Between God's Approval And Human Approval Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 5, 2024

we'll explore the difference between what's approved by the world and what's approved by God.

As Christians, we often find ourselves torn between seeking approval from others and seeking approval from God. The world around us may applaud certain actions or decisions, but does that mean they align with God's will? In this sermon, we'll explore the difference between what's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7, 1 John 2:17, 1 Corinthians 3:19

In Christ There Is True Freedom Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 21, 2019

Nearly 2,000 years ago, the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Galatians wrote: “it is for freedom that Christ has set us free”. These words, written by Paul to first-century followers of Jesus are an important truth that is still relevant to us today in the 21st Century.

In Christ, there is true freedom This month in our series Dare to be different we have been considering Different Freedom. This evening I want us to consider the truth that in Christ there is true freedom. Nearly 2,000 years ago, the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Galatians wrote: “it is for ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, John 8:31, John 8:32, John 8:34-36, Numbers 11:5-6, 1 Peter 1:18-19, Galatians 5:13-15, Acts 3:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal