Sermons on New Passions:

Promises To The Sincere.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 1, 2022

A changed heart and a new life.

PROMISES TO THE SINCERE. Isaiah 58:9-14. We who have heard His call and answered, “Here am I LORD, send me” (Isaiah 6:8) will now call on Him, and He will answer “Here am I” (Isaiah 58:9). When our ‘religion’ consists in more than outward rituals, and our deeds follow our souls in pity ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"god Moved Into The Neighborhood"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 21, 2021

A sermon of challenge for the New Year.

“God Moved into the Neighborhood” John 1:1-14 A couple of years ago on Christmas Eve, a teenager named Karla felt called to go to a nearby nursing home. She went from room to room, offering to read the Christmas story. After reading, she prayed with the residents and then moved on to the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Resolutions And Revolutions

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Dec 25, 2017

New Year's resolutions with a twist

RESOLUTIONS AND REVOLUTIONS! Scripture reading: Joshua 1:9 Have not I commanded you? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with you wherever you go! Ephesians 4:32 And be kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Ark To Jerusalem (1 Chronicles 15)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 17, 2025

What is sacred in the New Testament?

Was the ark of the covenant sacred because of the covenant that it contained? What things are sacred in the New Testament? Let’s look at 1 Chronicles 15. Did David finally learn who only may touch the sacred chest, the ark of the covenant? After he had built houses for himself in David’s City, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A- The Beatitudes

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 31, 2026

God is recognized in new manner.

The problem with happy is that it is linked with happenstance—it depends on what is happening to you. If you want to feel happy for a lifetime, become a Gardner, if you want to feel happy for a moment, eat a carb! Perfect happiness is “blessed” as is the Beatific Vision, and that is where the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

The Peter Principle

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 7, 2001

Peter’s character flaw was "I can do all things." Until he knew to place his life totally in Christ’s hands, he was the embodiment of the Peter Principle.

OPEN: I recently heard a radio announcer tell about a man who went through a drive up at a KFC restaurant. He ordered about $6 worth of food and then pulled up to give his money to the teller. He handed her a $200 bill. It had President George Bush’s picture on the front and on the back was a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Will We Know Each Other In Heaven Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Aug 29, 2017

will we recognize each other with glorified bodies?

Over the years several people have asked me the interesting question, “Will we know each other in heaven?” I’m confident that the answer to that question is yes, for several reasons. First, consider the fact that God will resurrect us physically at His second coming. There’s plenty of evidence for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heaven Today, Heaven Forevermore

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Mar 29, 2019

This sermon is about Heaven both as a final destination and a present reality in the lives of those who have accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and LORD!

Scripture: John 14:1-4; Revelation 22:1 – 5 Theme: Heaven Title: Holiness Destination – Heaven Today, Heaven Forever Grace and Peace Today from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about your faith journey and where that faith journey is taking you. I want to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-4, Revelation 22:1-5, Philippians 2:12-13, Philippians 3:20

Denomination: Nazarene

All Mine Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 10, 2021

The “false prophet” or “Antichrist” will perform great signs and will deceive the inhabitants of the earth, including bringing peace on earth … but that “peace” will come with a price.

[Play “Imagine” by John Lennon.] Wow. Sounds like “Heaven on earth,” doesn’t it? “Nothing to kill or die for” … “No need for greed or hunger/A brotherhood of man” … “Imagine all the people/Living life in peace … Sharing all the world … And the world will live as one” ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-17, Genesis 10:8-9, Revelation 13:2-4, Revelation 13:7-8, Daniel 2:39-45, Daniel 2:31-36, Daniel 2:27-28, Genesis 11:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

What Kind Of People? Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 7, 2023

We must make the most of the time given to us by God to be good stewards of the Gospel. We must both live it and proclaim it.

I BELIEVE IT’S TRUE THAT WE DON’T LIKE TO BE CAUGHT OFF GUARD AND UNPREPARED. THE DOORBELL RINGS AND SUDDENLY YOU HAVE VISITORS. A STUDENT IS CALLED ON BY THE TEACHER TO ANSWER A QUESTION. A STRANGER STOPS YOU FOR DIRECTIONS. WE SIMPLY DON’T LIKE HAVING TO GO “OFF THE CUFF” WITHOUT ADEQUATE TIME ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, 2 Peter 3:8-15, Psalm 86:15, 2 Corinthians 5:19-20, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Challenge Of God's Call-1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 6, 2015

1 of 10. Exodus records the significance of God’s call to Moses. Answering God’s call is a significant challenge. But why? 16 challenges of/to answering God’s call. God’s call presents a challenge to...

The CHALLENGE Of GOD's CALL-I—Exodus 3:1-22 Assistance/Discovery/Significance Attention: New Year’s Challenges. Me, As a young driver I can remember having my learner’s permit with Dad in the passenger seat/We were traveling up US Hwy 601 from Salisbury, NC toward Mocksville, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Reviving The Dead Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 18, 2022

How important is it for you to invite people to church, and to Revivals? How vital are your ministries for Jesus to leading people to Christ?

OPEN: In 1571, a young farmer named Matthew Wall was about to be married, but he didn’t make it to the altar. The evening before his wedding day he became gravely ill… and “died.” His funeral took place on October 2nd, the preacher preached the eulogy, the bride-to-be wept over his body, and at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesus: Labor Without Love

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 5, 2020

Jesus commended the church in Ephesus for their commitment in the midst of opposition, but unfortunately, He had to address their lack of passion for Him. They were a busy church, but they had lost their zeal for the Lord.

Ephesus: Labor without Love Revelation 2: 1-7 Today I want to begin a series in which we will examine the letters to seven individual churches that Jesus gave to John in the Revelation. As we move through these letters in the coming weeks, bear in mind, these were written to literal, active ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Come And Experience His Welcome

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 28, 2022

If Jesus is powerful, passionate, and loving but not welcoming, then we are left helpless! Maybe no story in the NT expresses His welcome more than the one for today: The Samaritan Woman at the Well.

Come and Experience His Welcome! John 4:5-42 Introduction This month we have been working with the theme COME AND SEE JESUS. We have talked about his power, his passion, love. Today: Come and Experience His Welcome! If Jesus is powerful, passionate, and loving but not welcoming, then we are ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Graduating To Glory

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Mar 21, 2016

EASTER -- WHY YOU CAN PUT ALL YOUR WEIGHT DOWN ON JESUS. HE CAN RESURRECT YOU !He can resurrect the church. He can give you new life, a new beginning, a new start, a better attitude, a new Christian disposition.

Rudyard Kipling, author of “The Jungle Book,” has an imaginary character named Mowgli. Mowgli asks the animals what’s the most feared thing in the jungle? He’s told that when two animals meet on a narrow path that one must step aside and let the other pass. The animal that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Christian Church