Sermons on More Meaning To Life:

All Those Who Wander Are Not Lost: A Study In Nothingness

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

Much of my early life was lived by such reverberations. I don't want to bash it. It had it's appeals. No burdens, no responsibilities. Just drift about. Ironically enough I live in a similar way today at times. I'm in the arms of God. I have no idea what will happen today.

"When Monday comes I want nothing Come Tuesday morning I want the same The days and nights fly by Looking to embrace the nothing of the everyday...." -Yo La Tengo, "Everyday" from the album: And Then Nothing Turned Itself Inside Out. Much of my early life was lived by such ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:2-9

Denomination: Salvation Army

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 22, 2020

What does it mean for Jesus to be the resurrection and the life.

I Am The Resurrection And The Life I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me. – John 10:14 Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. – John 17:3 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection. – ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Creation Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

We are here by design, not by chance. As part of God's creation, we bear His fingerprints and are called to be stewards of the world, working towards bringing heaven to earth.

God made the world. Sounds simple, right? But when this was first written down, it was a game-changer. Other ancient religions thought that matter was always there and the gods just came out of it. But the Bible tells us that God made everything from scratch. That means God is super involved with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Topics: Divine Purpose, Creation's Role, Spiritual Growth, Life's Meaning

Money Myths: There's More Joy In More Money Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Jan 11, 2009

This message looks at the fact that the real secret to joy comes from being content and in Christ.

Last week, we looked at the money myth of debt - anyone look at heir credit cards a little differently this last week? Anyone choose to use more cash? Or pay off a credit card or develop a budget? Dana and I actually did some of that this past week... Well, this week, we are going to look at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Building My Life On Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 3, 2019

The more I focus on what I am doing for God the more likely I am to miss what God is doing in me.

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Building My Life On Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

The more I focus on what I am doing for God the more likely I am to miss what God is doing in me

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Bread Of Adversity And The Bread Of Life

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 30, 2022

What means the bread of adversity and the water of affliction?

Saturday of the First Week in Advent 2022 We are all in our days in a time of economic uncertainty and political division such as none of us has seen in our lifetimes. That distracts us from what is most important, our final end, the goal of our human life. That is, of course, divinization, being ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:19-26, Psalm 147:1-6, Matthew 9:35-38, Matthew 10:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

A Life-Changing Resolution

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 22, 2006

Message about committing to taking practical steps to love God more and serve him better.

A Life-Changing Resolution Mark 12:28-34 January 1, 2006 Introduction How many of you here have made some resolutions for this year? It’s okay, you can be honest! Here are a few less-serious resolutions: "I have resolved not to do drugs anymore, because I get the same effect just standing up ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

This Is Your Life? Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Apr 24, 2001

The sermon gets to the point of what God intended life to really be and specifically what did Jesus mean when He said that He came that we may have life and have it to the fullest.

Personal Questions… This is Your Life? John 10:10 March 11, 2001 Intro: A. An associate pastor tells the story of Mac… Mac was a hard-driving, though businessman in his 70’s. He had been a church member for many years. But one Wednesday night as he heard the associate share his testimony, he ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith More Precious Than Gold

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 17, 2004

In I Peter chapter one peter gives us three reasons to live a life of thanksgiving and praise.

“Faith More Precious than Gold” -In all circumstances give thanks- I Peter 1:3-9 (NLT) I Thess. 5:18 “In all circumstances give thanks…” (NIV) Thanksgiving is a time of thanksgiving and praise. Thanksgiving is a reminder of the thankful attitude we need to have all year. The Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

More Like Jesus

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Oct 7, 2004

Predestinated to be like God’s own precious Son. How often we hear this followed by we weren’t meant to be like him in this world. I believe this is a cop-out; we don’t want to be like Jesus so we start making excuses. If the word of God says it then it

More Like Jesus John 15:1-13 Rom. 8:29 Intro. Predestinated to be like God’s own precious Son. How often we hear this followed by we weren’t meant to be like him in this world. I believe this is a cop-out; we don’t want to be like Jesus so we start making excuses. If the word of God says it then ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Make Room For More PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2023

God is always present and active in our lives, promising expansion, blessings, and abundance, and we should open our hearts to receive these gifts.

Good morning family, I was reminded this week of a quote from renowned Christian theologian, A.W. Tozer, who said, "We need never shout across the spaces to an absent God. He is nearer than our own soul, closer than our most secret thoughts." Opening Scripture Reading – I believe this truth is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-2

Topics: Increase

Trust Me More

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 9, 2024

There is a Holy Ghost vaccination against fear, worry, anxiety, stress and all the rest. It is an injection of trust. Get your dose of hope today.

I want to speak to some things today, and bring some encouragement from the word. Because I heard the Lord saying that he wanted to inject some faith into his people. We are so inundated and saturated with nothing but bad news, and confusion, and it creates feelings of hopelessness, and stress, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Live A Life Of Impact Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025

Living a life of impact means living beyond self. It means your existence makes a difference in the lives of others and reflects the glory of God.

HOW TO LIVE A LIFE OF IMPACT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:14–16 "Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candlestick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

His Mercy Is More Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 2, 2025

Since God blesses us with multiple benefits, we’re called to bless Him with wholehearted praise.

His Mercy is More Psalm 103:1-5 Rev. Brian Bill August 30-31, 2025 Have you ever caught yourself talking out loud when no one else was around? The truth is, we all talk to ourselves more than we realize. Some suggest up to 80% of people engage in some self-talk, with many doing it on a regular ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Baptist