Sermons on Mediocrity:

Better Days Are Coming

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Apr 19, 2020

It’s an understatement to say that we are experiencing a time unlike any other. The way we live, interact with others, do business, work, entertain, and worship has changed and may never be what we once called normal again.

“Better Days are Coming” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Scriptures:- Zephaniah 1:12, Amos 6:1, Psalm 4:6, Deuteronomy 8:2, 2 Chronicles 7:14. Prayer Opening:- It’s an understatement to say that we are experiencing a time unlike any other. The Covid-19/Coronavirus pandemic has impacted and ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 1:12, Amos 6:1, Deuteronomy 8:2, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Apostolic

"The Experience Of Real Worship” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 24, 2017

How do we experience real worship and what do we take away from the experience?

One Sunday a woman came to the pastor and thanked him for the sermon he had preached. He said, "Don't thank me, thank God." She said, "Well, I thought of that, but it wasn't quite that good." Too often we approach the worship service with our eyes on the preacher, the worship leader, the choir, or ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on May 23, 2017

we again are looking at the 40 days Jesus ministered after His resurrection. We see He spoke of power that was outside of ourselves and that by His Holy Spirit disciples of Christ would do amazing things in the power of God working in our lives.

Acts of the Apostles Book of Acts selected verses Introduction- This week our leaders spent 2 ½ days at District convention. It was a great time of refreshing. It was a time to hear God’s Word from someone other than me. That is good for them and good for me. If we are not careful, even the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-42

Denomination: Nazarene

"Transformation"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 1, 2017

A sermon for Pentecost.

“Transformed” Acts 2:1-21, 36-41 Time is ticking by. It’s been seven weeks since Easter. It’s been seven weeks since the Last Supper. It’s been seven weeks since Jesus was arrested and led away to the house of the high priest. It’s been seven weeks since Peter followed at a distance and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Battle And Build Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 19, 2018

Message 7 in our exposition of Nehemiah. This message observes how the Jews learned to battle the enemy while continuing to build.

Chico Alliance Church Dual Duty: Battle & Build REVIEW I. REBUILDING THE WALLS A. Recognizing the needs through inquiry B. Responding to needs through passion and prayer C. Resolving needs through perseverance D. Resisting opposition through perseverance 1. Scheme #1 Devalue ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When?when? Try Again! Ready!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 25, 2022

WE believe in the soon return of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We need to recognize the signs of the times. More than that we need to be ready. What is success? What is failure?

WHEN? WHEN? TRY AGAIN? KEEP TRYING! READY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Check out Wade Hughes YouTube) DANGER, DANGER… STAY AWAY: CHANGE YOUR COURSE… CHANGE YOUR DIRECTION… THERE WAS A LIGHTHOUSE STANDING TALL BY THE ROUGH WATERS AND ROCKS ON THE OCEANS SHORE LINE. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:3, Matthew 24:6, Luke 21:26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Move Now! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 5, 2022

Have you ever felt stuck? In a rut? Ready for change? Need to grow? Need a something new? Then it is time to Bust a Move!

Bust A Move Pt. 2 - Move Now I. Introduction At the first of a new year we begin to think about change, new habits, new patterns, new practices in hopes of seeing new results. We make resolutions about weight, work, wealth, relationships, recreation and more. If we could summarize or characterize ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Resume Of A Champion.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 6, 2021

What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith.

The Resume Of A Champion. Hebrews 11:1-6NASB What does the resume of a champion look like? Believe it or not, but possibly a lot like yours. Many times success comes with downfalls and setbacks. However, champions fight; Champions fight the good fight of faith. Paul reminds Timothy his young ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 Timothy 6:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Folly Of Mr. Worldly Wiseman Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 19, 2023

The wise according to the world believe the message of the cross is foolish, and yet to us as Christians, it is the very wisdom and power of God on display for all to see.

Corinthians Series (Part Three): The folly of Mr. Worldly Wiseman Text: 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16, Romans 5:6-8 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING (Give background reading from Pilgrim's Progress) We are continuing on with our study in 1st Corinthians this morning. And I hope the Lord is using ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unashamed! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 24, 2025

Based on Romans 1:16-17 - Challenges hearers to live a sold-out, unashamed life for Jesus.

“UNASHAMED!” Romans 1:16-17 FBCF – 3/23/25 Jon Daniels INTRO – Swayze Bozeman read Scripture & share. God has given you a platform. Use it to tell others about Jesus! Let’s do some “PINE TREE EVANGELISM.” Driving to church – coming up 1st Street – Wind blowing out of the west. About ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

01. Simple Faith And A Cry For Revival (1 Samuel 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Aug 27, 2025

Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt before the Exodus, the spiritual decline before the Reformation, or the darkness before the Great Awakenings, God often allows desperate circumstances to precede divine intervention.

Simple Faith and the Cry for Revival February 26, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Samuel 1 Introduction: The Birth of a Prophet – Hannah’s Faith and the Cry for Revival Every great move of God in history has begun with a crisis. Whether it was the captivity in Egypt ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Chameleon - Imitate Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon emphasizes the importance of striving to imitate Jesus' unconditional and self-sacrificial love towards others in our actions and speech.

As we draw this series to a close, we’re going to be talking about one of the most powerful forces, if not the most powerful force in the universe; Love. As believers and followers of Christ we are called to imitate Christ...and this includes learning to love like Christ loved. Oscar Wilde said, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Topics: Imitating Jesus, Unconditional Love, Self-Sacrifice

Sermon Series: Chameleon

A Famine For God’s Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Emphasize the importance of diligently seeking and obeying God's Word in order to avoid spiritual famine and experience spiritual renewal.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to take a deep dive into a passage from the book of Amos, where we'll explore the consequences of ignoring God's Word, the need for spiritual renewal, and the urgency of seeking God's Word. When we neglect the Word of God, we are essentially turning ...read more

Scripture: Amos 8:11-13

Topics: Is The Day Here

Are You Spiritually Alive Or Dead? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Encourages the church to rise, stirred by the Spirit of God, to bring hope and clarity in a world filled with fear and uncertainty.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, it is a joy and a privilege to stand before you all today, under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we gather here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine symphony that our Heavenly Father is ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-2

Topics: Growth, Jesus

The Happiness Of A Hungry Heart Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 24, 2004

Look at Matthew 5:6: “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.”

The Happiness of a Hungry Heart As Jesus continues to communicate the blessings that come from beatitude living, let’s summarize what we’ve learned so far. Matthew 5:3: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” The Almighty applauds us when we see our condition as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist