Sermons on New Purpose:

Eclipse Of The Son

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 5, 2024

The Bible has a lot to say about signs in the sky, especially when considered in combination of other signs like Israel. Includes link to PowerPoint visuals.

Eclipse of the Son Luke 23:44-45 *Free editable Word and PowerPoint of this sermon: https://www.gracenotessermons.com/sermons/eclipse-of-the-son/ [all we ask is that you take a moment to rate this sermon, above] The God of creation who said, “Let there be light” on the first day, is Himself, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:20, Luke 23:44-45

Denomination: Baptist

Famous Last Word On Christ Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 19, 2024

Talking about 4 dominant visions of Christ in Revelation (Material adapted from Bryce Morgan at: https://www.wayofgracechurch.com/sermons/sermon/2022-10-02/visions-of-jesus-revelation-199-10)

HoHum: The story is told of a woman who was saved later in life. Wanting to make up for lost time, she committed entire portions of Scripture to memory. She hid God’s Word deep in her heart. As the years passed by and her mind and eyes grew dim, many of these scriptures slipped from her memory. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-18, Revelation 5:1-14, Revelation 19:11-16, Revelation 21:1-9, Revelation 22:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"to Be A Winner, You Must Learn How To Lose."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 22, 2024

To succeed in life, we must learn how to lose with dignity. Analyzing our setbacks and developing our skills helps us identify our weaknesses. Success isn't about winning but learning from our failures, which helps build character and achieve victory.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Philippians 3:7-8) [7] "But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ." [8] "Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8, Genesis 12:8, Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do The Heathen Rage: An Exposition Of The Second Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 24, 2024

The way to blessing is to realize the futility of raging against God and to embrace His Son instead.

Why Do the Heathen Rage? Psalm 2:1–12 NKJV Why do the nations rage, And the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the earth set themselves, And the rulers take counsel together, Against the Lord and against His Anointed, saying, “Let us break Their bonds in pieces And cast away Their cords ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Weaker Vessel

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

When we find ourselves in a position where we disagree with other Christians, it’s good to remember that God has given us room to disagree but not condemn and help for how to handle our differing opinions.

Opening illustration: When students from Southeast Asia met a teacher from North America, the visiting instructor learned a lesson. After giving his class their first multiple-choice test, he was surprised to find many questions left unanswered. While handing back the corrected papers, he suggested ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life To The Full - A Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Duane Wente on May 6, 2024

Jesus came to give us life, but not just any life, a life to the full. We may live a full life here on earth, but the full life Jesus is giving to us extends beyond the grave to our eternal home with Him.

Today, we have come to celebrate the life of xxxxx xxxxxxx (insert the deceased’s name here). In John 10, Jesus said: 7 …“I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep. 8 All who ever came before me were thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not listen to them. 9 I am the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, Revelation 21:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Challenge To Love

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 10, 2024

The challenge to love is always present in the church. The differences among us can be a source of struggle, whether backgrounds, ideas, convictions, attitudes, and actions.

- Facing the Challenges - THE CHALLENGE TO LOVE 1 Corinthians 12-14 Introduction There are many challenges to living the Jesus Life. Paul’s letter to the Corinthians reminds us that we serve a living Savior but we also have our human brokenness to deal with. This can bring many challenges. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother’s Day 2024

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on May 11, 2024

Mother’s Day is marked on the second Sunday in May.

Mother’s Day is marked on the second Sunday in May. It’s a day to celebrate Mothers, Mothers- to- be and any woman who has had a significant influence in our lives. Every human being is born of a woman. That makes a woman so unique and incredibly special. Also, most mothers combine motherhood ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31, Matthew 7:20

Denomination: Baptist

Demolishing Strongholds: Enslavement Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

For the children of Israel to grumble about their adversity in this circumstance was effectively to say, ‘We don't think God is a good, reliable, provider.’ Their complaint about their circumstance reflected their belief about God.

Opening illustration: Play the video: “Big But” Introduction: A chapter of complaining's. First, at Taberah, vague murmurings are heard throughout the camp. Then at Kibroth-hattaavah, a stage further on, the vague murmurings take shape in bitter complaint because of the fare to which the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Assessing Value

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 3, 2024

Message on giving. Jesus on assessing value in the gift of the widow

Background to passage: This is the last event of Jesus’s public ministry that he includes in his gospel. A familiar account of Jesus watching the offering bins and teaching a lesson about giving. The account teaches just a couple of things, and I am going to throw in a few more. Now, I never (or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

"jesus' Theology Of Abundance"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 2, 2023

A sermon about asking God to change our perspective on generosity.

“Jesus’ Theology of Abundance” Matthew 14:13-21 This is a remarkable passage of Scripture, so remarkable that it is the only miracle story that is found in all four Gospels. The feeding of the 5,000 (which was probably closer to 15-20,000 because they only counted the men) takes place ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Dealing With False Prophets Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 12, 2023

Jude deals with false prophets. Here we see the characteristics of and the work of the false prophets.

Opening Scripture Jud 1:8-16 Likewise also these dreamers defile the flesh, reject authority, and speak evil of dignitaries. (9) Yet Michael the archangel, in contending with the devil, when he disputed about the body of Moses, dared not bring against him a reviling accusation, but said, ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:8-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Beyond A Reasonable Doubt

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 19, 2023

At first the disciples doubted. But when faced with the evidence, they weighed it, tested it, and then acted upon it. Their verdict has stood the test of time. And the grounds on which they stood are the same grounds upon which we can stand.

Why do you suppose is it that, faced with the same data, some people interpret it one way and some people interpret it another? You have only to look at the George Floyd riots – and the other ones later that year - to know that. Not even exhaustive investigations convince people whose minds are ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Loving God Created Our World (Sermon 1 Of 5) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Aug 19, 2023

This is the first of a series of five sermons on "The Five Most Important Teachings In The Word Of God"

Sermon Series: The Five Most Important Teachings Of Scripture Message 1 of 5: “A Loving God Created Our World” Genesis 1Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ August 20, 2023 If you would like to see the video recording of this sermon the following link will take you to the message: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:5, Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For The Duration

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 4, 2023

The cost of discipleship is high because nothing good comes cheap.

Anybody planning on moving to Florida soon? Just when you thought California was going to be the new hurricane central, Idalia came back and reinstated Florida as number one. It wasn’t as bad as Hurricane Ian, but it was bad enough. And yet a lot of people still dream of retiring to Florida. I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed