Sermons on Making Progress:

Born To Be "With Us” Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 19, 2025

Why was the fact that Jesus was born of a virgin so central to the Gospel message, and what can it mean to our faith?

In England, an elementary class set up the manger scene in a corner of the room. The students were excited to help set up the barn and cover the floor with straw and then arrange the clay figures of Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, the Wise Men, and the animals –all facing a little crib where was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pulling Weeds - The Root Of Bitterness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Embrace the power of forgiveness, let go of bitterness, and walk in peace by extending the same grace, mercy, and forgiveness that God has given us.

Good morning, church family! I am so excited to share with you a message today that I believe has the power to change lives. We're going to be diving into Ephesians 4:31-32 and talking about the power of forgiveness, the root of bitterness, and the path to peace. C.S. Lewis once said, "To be a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Topics: Forgiveness, Peace

Christian Lifestyle In The Last Days PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

In light of Christ's unannounced return, Christians must watch, pray, and live holy lives with strong fellowship, using their gifts to serve others and glorify God.

Hey there, friends and family! It's so good to see all your smiling faces here today as we gather together to dig into God's Word. We're going to be focusing on a passage today that is both challenging and encouraging to us as believers: 1 Peter 4:7-11. In this passage, Peter is writing about the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Topics: Endtime, Lifestyle

Bragging Rights PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of having a faith like David's, which confidently trusts in God's deliverance based on past experiences of His faithfulness.

Good morning, Church family! I am so excited to share with you the Word of God today. We are going to open our Bibles to the Old Testament, to the book of 1 Samuel. And we'll be focusing on a very specific verse, 1 Samuel 17:37. Opening Scripture Reading – It reads, "The Lord who rescued me from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37

Topics: Conquer, Giant

Identity In Time Of Crisis PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon encourages confronting life's crises with faith in Christ, claiming our identity in Him, and finding courage amidst struggles through His strength and wisdom.

Welcome, dear family in Christ. Gather around, as we gather our hearts and minds to engage with the divine wisdom of the Scriptures, the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we turn our attention to an extraordinary passage from the Old Testament, a passage that speaks with a resonance that echoes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4

Topics: Identity

Community PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 22, 2023

This sermon encourages us to strive to be a community that mirrors the early church in devotion to God, love for each other, and active engagement in the world.

Welcome, beloved sisters and brothers, to our shared space of faith and fellowship. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not simply a gathering of individuals but a community, a family, united in our love for Christ and our commitment to following His teachings. We are here not only ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Power, Relationships, Local Church

Sharing Ourselves PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

Encourages us to be bold in sharing the Gospel, to do so with genuine love, and to become enduring witnesses of God's love in our daily lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to our gathering today. It's always a joy to see your faces, old and new, as we come together to share in the fellowship of Christ's love. We are here to open our hearts to His message, to let His wisdom wash over us and guide us in our daily lives. We are here to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Topics: Genuine, Witness

Artificial Intelligence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

Explores the majesty of God's creation, the significance of humanity in His grand design, and our mission to live according to His will.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters. I hope this day finds you basking in the grace of our Lord, and ready to embrace the wisdom He has in store for us today. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the eighth Psalm, a divine hymn that sings of the majesty of our Creator and the wonder of ...read more

Topics: Man

Veterans Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

Encourages believers to rely on God's strength and guidance in facing life's battles, understanding the enemy's tactics, and achieving victory.

Good morning, everyone! You know, I've got something on my heart today that I can't wait to share with you all. It's a message that's been stirring in my spirit, and I believe it's a word that's going to touch each and every one of us in a special way. Before we get to it, I want to share a quote ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:9

Topics: Veterans

Finding My Identity In Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon explores our identity in Christ, the importance of recognizing falsehoods from the enemy, and the transformative power of God's love.

Hey there, church family! I'm so thrilled to have you all here today. We're going to be chatting about something that I believe is really essential for us as followers of Christ. It's all about who we are in Him, how we can spot the falsehoods that the enemy tries to feed us, and the beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:10, 1 John 3:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Topics: Identity, Knowing

This Is A Rehearsal PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

Encourages believers to embrace the hope offered by God's grace and revelation, rehearsing His universal truth of love and mercy, even in desperate times.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. As we gather here today, we stand on the brink of a new understanding. We are here to open our hearts and minds to the word of God, as revealed in the book of Revelation. In Revelation 21:4, it is written, "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:4

Topics: Rehearsal

Peace Be Still PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 8, 2023

This sermon explores how facing life's storms with faith can lead to a deeper understanding and experience of Christ's peace.

Good morning, everyone! What a blessing it is to gather together in His name. Let's start with a quote from A.W. Tozer. He once said, "God never uses anyone greatly until He tests them deeply." Now, that's something to chew on, isn't it? We'll be talking about that a bit more as we go along. Now, ...read more

Topics: Peace

The Battle Is Not Yours PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

Encourages us to trust in God's active participation in our battles, drawing strength, boldness, and contentment from truly knowing Him.

Good morning, dear ones. Gather around, lean in, and let your hearts be still for a moment. In the quiet of this sanctuary, let us unite our spirits and turn our attention to the Word of the Lord. We find ourselves today in the midst of the Old Testament, in the book of 1 Samuel, chapter 17, verses ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:37-51

Topics: Give Battles To Lord

Confession Of Identity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores understanding spiritual reformation, embracing our identity in Christ, and living out the new covenant through the lens of Nehemiah's story.

Good morning, family! It's always a joy to come together like this, isn't it? We're here to share, to learn, and most importantly, to grow in our faith. I've got something special planned for us today, so let's get comfortable and ready to receive. I'm reminded of a quote by the renowned Christian ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14

Topics: Spiritual Reformation, New Covenant

Do You Want To Be Healed? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores God's promise of healing, emphasizing that faith, hope, and our divine inheritance can lead to spiritual and physical restoration.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am filled with joy to see each of your faces today as we gather together in this sacred space, a sanctuary where the echoes of our collective faith resonate. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to ...read more

Scripture: John 5:2

Topics: Healing