Sermons on new and improved:

"all Things New, A New Year Message"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 14, 2022

For many of us, a new year is a time for resolutions and getting rid of bad habits. Today is January the 8th…so far, so good! Someone was writing down New Year resolutions: “Gain weight, save less money, set realistic goals.”

Norman Vincent Peal spent New Year’s Eve in Rome. A friend warned him to stay inside his hotel for his own safety, because people have a habit of throwing old, unwanted things out their windows on New Year’s Eve. He explained, “If you should be walking down the street, you’re likely to have an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

The Promise Of A New Covenant Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Mar 28, 2018

A look at Jeremiah's promise to the nation of Israel of the coming new covenant.

It is really unfortunate that our bible is divided into “old” and “new” testaments, as though there is a disconnect between the two. We hear testament and we think of something akin to a will. It’s like a last will and testament—it’s about something that is supposed to happen after we’re dead. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

Newness Of Life

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 22, 2002

As a result of the resurrection, we can walk in newness of life

Newness of Life TCF Sermon Easter Sunday, March 31, 2002 A few weeks ago, we had the Bible Bowl memory buddy party at my house. The children who earn their way to this party learn verses with their memory buddy – usually a parent, grandparent or older sibling. We all have pizza and pop, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4, Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ-Part 10 The New You

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Nov 7, 2014

The glorious reality of who we have become in Christ has been the topic of these first three chapters. In Christ all things are made new. In Christ we have a new identity. And on the first few pages of Paul's letter to the Ephesians you come face to face with the new you.

Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ-Part 10 The New You Ephesians 2:19-22 19. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, 20. having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

In Pursuit For Change

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Mar 18, 2023

• INSANITY – Is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. Albert Einstein. • To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often. Winston Churchill

STEPS TO CHANGES: 1. BE COMMITTED. a. Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and he will establish your plans. b. Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. c. Romans 6:13 Do not offer any part of yourself to sin ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Out With The Old; In With The New

Contributed by Scott Hollebrands on Jan 10, 2007

A discussion on Hebrew chapter one describing why Jesus is the greater way to go and how we do not have to settle on the Old ways of doing things.

This time of year, we say out with the old and in with the new. We have said out with 2006 and in with 2007. We are hopeful that the old days were good, but the new days and year will be even better. When I was growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, music was outstanding, or so we thought. We blasted ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-18

Denomination: Holiness

How To Help People Improve Their Listening Skills

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Listening is one of the finest ways to show people how much we love them. Love is patient and kind.

"Let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to become angry." (James 1:19) Illustration:Two psychiatrists meet at their 20th college reunion. One is vibrant, while the other looks withered and worried. "So what’s your secret?" the older looking psychiatrist asks. "Listening to other ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In With The New

Contributed by David Richardson on Dec 26, 2007

New Year’s Message

Message Title: In with the New! Scripture focus: Hebrews Introduction: Another year is just around the corner, and along with it are those that want to resolve or decide to change a certain way they do things or the way they conduct business, maybe even the way they treat their own family ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:8-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Seven Prayers Of David And Of Asaph

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 26, 2013

A journey through scriptures of law and the gospel to discover Jesus Saves and the importance of reflection from Christmas to New Year to improve your love connection to God.

Seven Prayers Of David And Of Asaph by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (12/22/2013) “He shall judge thy people with righteousness, and thy poor with judgment” (Psalm 72, verse 2, King James Version [David prayed for Solomon]). Greetings in the Holy Name of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-20

Denomination: Friends

Improving Your Relationship With God Part 2

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Jun 11, 2001

Improving your relationship with God

SAILING @ LIFE Part 4 Improving Your Relationship With God Part 2 Pastor Jeff Seaman We are continuing in the series called Sailing @ Life, and we are on the part call “Improving Your Relationship With God.” Jer. 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

In With The New

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 24, 2013

Annual message for New Year's vision casting

In with the New Matthew 9:16-17 January 6, 2013 Morning Message 24 Hour Time Period in North America 11,350 babies will be born and 6663 people will die 6,110 couples will get married and 3110 will get divorced 87 will die in suicides, 36 will die from AIDS, 49 will die in murders and 43 alcohol ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:16-17

Denomination: Church Of God

New Year 2022 Aspiring In Bleak Times Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 24, 2021

The New Year is an opportunity not only for us to improve our physical health, it is also an opportunity for us to develop our spiritual health and thus experience His joy between and around the gloom.

2022: Aspiring in Bleak Times (Psalm 16) 1. Some people observe New Year’s traditions, others do not. Joey Adams shares his blessing for the New Year with us: “May all your troubles last as long as your resolutions.” 2. Someone defined a New Year’s resolution as “something that goes in one year ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Is The New Age, New? Series

Contributed by Mark Jackson on Aug 22, 2002

In this sermon you will learn about the background of the New Age Movement and how it began in America. You will also learn three distinct New Age doctrines and what the Bible says about them.

Is The New Age New? Like the cults, the New Age Movement uses terms and phrases that Christians are familiar and comfortable with. Yet, these terms are vastly different in meaning. This is why many Christians are deceived into thinking that the New Age is simply another appeal for world peace. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Improving Your Relationship With God Part 1

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Jun 11, 2001

Learn how to improve your relationship with God

SAILING @ LIFE Part 3 “Improving Your Relationships With God” Pastor Jeff Seaman We have been in a series called “SAILING @ LIFE” and today I want to start the first part on relationships. When you look at life as a hole, its all about relationships, and if we are going to sail @ life we must ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Nine Steps To Improving Your Personal Devotions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 23, 2004

(Sin to Confess - Promise to Claim - Attitude to Change - Command to Obey - Example to Follow - Person to Imitate - Error to Avoid - Truth to Believe - Something to praise and thank God about). I Corinthians 13

Nine Steps to Improving Your Personal Devotions (I Cor 13:4-8) Illustration:"I have met many young mothers who are discouraged by their inadequate devotional life. The term "quiet time" only reminds them how little "quiet" or "time" they have for Bible reading, prayer, and meditation. When my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational