Sermons on Make Difference:

Uncomfortable Evangelism On Facebook Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 29, 2012

Paul taught us to be "versatile" in reaching out to people. But at times this can make us VERY uncomfortable. How can we make sure we share our faith with people who make us uncomfortable, and do it in such a way that we don’t betray our faith in Jesus?

OPEN: A man named J. K. Johnston studied the Gospels and asked this question as he poured over Matthew, Mark, Luke and John: Where did Jesus meet people? According to his tabulations: · The Gospels recorded 132 contacts Jesus had with people o 6 were in the Temple. o 4 were in Synagogues. o 122 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Change

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 15, 2014

Are you willing to let God make the necessary changes in your life?

Godly Change Acts chapter 10 Introduction- This morning I would like to talk to you about change. Some change is good and some bad. Some people adjust to change and some people struggle. Some people look for change and some avoid it. Usually the only people that like change is the person ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:9-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 24, 2004

Proverbial wisdom. 1- Making good plans. 2- Finding joy.

INTRO.- Quips, quotes and notes. - Before deciding to retire from your job, stay home a week and watch daytime television. - Science has increased our life span. We can look forward to paying our taxes at least ten years longer. - No matter what your lot in life, build something on it. - It’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Better Than Anything - Philippians 3:7-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Feb 3, 2022

Why is it so evil for a person to try to make himself righteous?

Philippians 3:7 But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them filth, that I may gain Christ 9 and be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-9

"The Greatest Joy"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 26, 2009

Plan on how to make the angels in heaven celebrate. Soul winning.

“The Greatest Joy” Luke 15:1-10 March 1, 2009 Joke: Do you like to laugh? Do you like to have fun? What are some of the fun things you have done? A lot of people don’t realize that ‘joy’ is a major part of who and what God is. Last week we talked about love – and the essence of God is love. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

Living In The Past Or Moving Forward With Teh Lord

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jan 4, 2012

Making a decision about moving forward in one's walk with the Lord.

LIVING IN THE PAST OR MOVING FORWARD WITH THE LORD. JOSHUA 1:1-11. 1. Moses is dead. What the Lord is saying is that sometimes we have to actually name out loud what it is that we can’t get past. 2. The Lord renews His promises to his everyday. Verse 2b-3 “therefore arise, cross this ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Mar 25, 2006

God’s plan from the very beginning has been to make human beings like Himself. This is His third purpose for your life, to make you like Jesus Christ.

CREATED TO BECOME LIKE CHRIST The 3rd Purpose of Your Life The Purpose Driven Life – Part 4 of 7 • Everybody needs a purpose and that’s why we’re spending 40 Days of Purpose, looking at God’s 5 main purposes for our lives. • Let’s just quickly review what we have looked at, First, You Were ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29

Denomination: United Methodist

Blessed, Even If My Family Is Jacked-Up

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 7, 2019

The make-up of our family, does not determine the outcome of our future.

THE NUTTY PROFESSOR 2 IS A DIFFERENT KIND OF MOVIE. NOT ONLY DOES IT HAVE SOME COMEDY, IT CAN ALSO BE USED, IN A SMALL WAY, AS A PARABLE: AN EARTHLY STORY WITH A HEAVENLY MEANING. YOU SEE, SHERMAN KLUMP HAD A PROBLEM. HE DIDN’T APPRECIATE WHO HE WAS OR THE GIFT THAT HE HAD; IT DIDN’T MAKE HIM ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:3-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fathers, Father Noah, And Other Honorable Men Of Faith

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Jun 12, 2024

What makes a Godly man someone God wants to honor?

Father’s day is a special day for all men. It is a day to celebrate the uniqueness and blessing of manhood and masculinity. At the Wisconsin Dells near Chicago, there is celebration of men and what guys do like no one else; they do belly flops. Interesting enough, the Water Park at the Wisconsin ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Unfaithful Steward Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010

Are we faithfully making use of the gifts that God has given to us?

Parable of the unfaithful steward (Mat 25:14-30) "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. {15} To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each according to his ability. Then he went ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

"I Have A Good Marriage" Series

Contributed by Dan Kellogg on Aug 3, 2011

A sermon about what makes a godly marriage and a godly single life.

EVERYONE HAS QUESTIONS ABOUT MARRIAGE Here are some they have asked me: What do you do when you catch your spouse How do I deal with my husband/wife alcohol Did I marry the wrong person? Can I change my spouse? Singles ask: Should I ask for permission to marry? Where is he/she? To have a good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Supergod And Superman Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A SUPERGOD MAKES HIS ANOINTED VICTORIOUS LIKE A SUPERMAN

BIG IDEA: A SUPERGOD MAKES HIS ANOINTED VICTORIOUS LIKE A SUPERMAN (:1-3) INTRODUCTION: LOVE THE ROCK OF SALVATION A. Relationship: Love the Lord – Why? “my strength” “my rock” “my fortress” “my deliverer” “the one in whom I take refuge” “my shield” “the horn of my salvation” “my stronghold” B. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Commitment To God

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 19, 2002

This sermon provides three steps for making a commitment to God.

I. Introduction a. Commitment means (www.dictionary.com) i. “Official consignment, as to a prison or mental health facility.” ii. “a pledge to do” b. Commitment to God i. A pledge to do the will of God. c. How can we follow through with our commitment? II. The first step is to Hear the Word. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

An Unshakeable Stand For The Truth

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 24, 2003

Learning to make a firm stand for what we believe.

There are many questions that need to be addressed when a church begins to grow. How committed are the new people? How receptive are our older members to the changes that are taking place? Do our people really know what they believe? How do we best utilize everyone’s gifts? How can we properly ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There Any Room For Jesus? Series

Contributed by Doug Warren on Dec 25, 2000

We need to make room for Jesus in our lives.

Intro: Like the innkeeper, we often find there is "no room left for Jesus". From this verse, several QUESTIONS should be considered: I. Is there room for Jesus in our TIME SCHEDULES? II.Is there room for Jesus at our TABLE? III.Is there room for Jesus in our TALK (DAILY CONVERSATION)? IV. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Baptist