Sermons on Next Steps:

The Beginning Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jul 14, 2011

First of 14 sermons from the book of Acts. For many people, the church seems out of step and old fashioned. But it is intended to be revolutionary and in step with the very Spirit of the Living God. The end of the Gospels is the beginning of the church!

The Beginning Acts 1 & 2 (First in the series, What’s Next? The Adventures of Growing in Christ) Listen to the words of Francis Chan: "You go to a building, someone gives you a bulletin, you sit in a chair, you sing a few songs, a guy delivers maybe a polished message, maybe not, someone sings a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

23 Things I Expect In This Century

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

My suggestions as to 23 things that I think will happen in the next 100 years.

23 THINGS I EXPECT IN THIS CENTURY By Jerry Falwell INTRODUCTION Today I am going to suggest to you 23 things that I think will happen in the next 100 years. Even though this seems like a “sensational” sermon topic, what I am predicting is not based on sensationalism or on a “Jeanne Dixon” type ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-44

Denomination: Baptist

Dads Who Disciple

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 19, 2023

Dads and granddads are designed to disciple the next generation of disciples.

Dads Who Disciple 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12; Ephesians 6:4; Malachi 4:6 Rev. Brian Bill June 17-18, 2023 A couple months ago, Beth hosted a baby shower for our youngest daughter Megan. BTW, Megan and Lucas have been entrusted with a new baby named Mack Josef! Guys, how many of you have ever been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

"getting Started" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 17, 2020

Leadership requires preparation. Nehemiah has stepped into this role of leadership and now it is time for him to get prepared.

BIBLICAL LEADERSHIP “Getting Started” Nehemiah 1:1-11 In 2016 we had one of the most interesting presidential elections we have had in decades. Perhaps ever. Of course the win went to Donald Trump, a man with zero background in politics but he hit on several things that really spoke to the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Cause

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 7, 2018

The Church is changing whether we want to admit it or not. The "Baby Boomer" generation is moving into retirement and it's time for the next generation to step up and take their place in the Kingdom but will they?

The Cause 1 Corinthians 1:18 For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God. 1. The Church is changing whether we want to admit it or not. The "Baby Boomer" generation is moving into retirement and it's time for the next ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-51, Luke 21:25-28, Ephesians 2:11-22, Psalm 106:10-11, Isaiah 44:21-23, Romans 10:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Story Of The Moral Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 28, 2004

Jesus’ "parables" brought EVERYDAY experiences along side ETERNAL truths and this is the first sermon in a series that brings NASCAR next to Christian life.

Selected Exposition #108 Series: NASCAR Comes to Church Title: The Story of the Moral Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living according to God’s Pattern Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to consider his pattern for life in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Tripping Over The Big Obstacle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2009

We struggle against sins (actions), sin (attitude), and evil (forces greater than ourselves). We must have Christ’s help to keep from falling. (Delivered by gradually stretching down the chancel steps).

Walking looks like the simplest thing in the world, unless and until. Walking is something we do without even thinking about it, unless and until. Unless you are a toddler, just learning to use your legs; then walking becomes a matter of holding on to the coffee table for dear life, taking two ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-28

Denomination: Baptist

Invest In What?

Contributed by Greg Vesely on Apr 21, 2009

This Message will make you take a look at what it is that your really investing in.

Title: Invest in What? Text: Mathew 25:14-30 Intro: Greet Have you ever looked up a word in the dictionary and it’s a string of big words that you don’t understand. Well I have many times. So tonight I want to give you my definition of missions. Missions are when a follower of Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Series

Contributed by Rick Dinkins on Jan 13, 2019

The Baptism of Jesus was an unusual event teaching us lessons.

“Lessons From An Unusual Baptismal Service” Mark 1:1-10 (KJV) 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God; 2 As it is written in the prophets, Behold, I send my messenger before thy face, which shall prepare thy way before thee. 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stepfamily Fundamentals Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

There is no better word to describe the blended family than “blended.” When we consider the challenges of this new family unit, it can often feel like you’ve been thrown in a blender—stirred, chopped, sliced, and beaten to a pulp.

It’s a Family in a Blender There is no better word to describe the blended family than “blended.” When we consider the challenges of this new family unit, it can often feel like you’ve been thrown in a blender—stirred, chopped, sliced, and beaten to a pulp. The variety of different opinions, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:3

Denomination: Baptist

Who Will Take Their Place

Contributed by Eddie Young on Aug 24, 2018

Who will continue on the work for your church?

One by one, God is calling home His Saints....They have had a place in the house of God, they have been faithful to what God has called them to do, they have been obedient to God, walked with Him, and been faithful to His church. And now, they have went on to claim their reward. I think of some of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-6, 2 Kings 2:9-14, Acts 7:54-60, Acts 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection D.5 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Revelation. The Four Horsemen.

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 12, 2020

When did the four horsemen in Revelation 6 set out? After Christ's ascension? In the future? Or, conceivably, in our time? Our view on this question makes a big difference to how we view 'End Times'.

At this point I feel as though I’m at a fork-in-the-road moment. We’re in Revelation 6. I have to keep reminding myself of why I am doing these Reflections. My goal is to ‘diagnose’ coronavirus. I am considering two possible ‘diagnoses.’ The first ‘diagnosis’ is that coronavirus is a random ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Expanding Your Horizons: Embracing God's Plan SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

This sermon challenges individuals to step out of their comfort zones and embrace God's plan, inspired by the Prayer of Jabez before it became popular.

We all have our comfort zones, where we feel safe and satisfied. But staying in our comfort zones can make us complacent and distant from God. Jabez, however, prayed a powerful prayer that challenged him to step out of his comfort zone. Let's take a closer look at his prayer. Jabez's place in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Topics: Embracing God's Plan, Stepping Out Of Comfort Zones

Peacemaking, Ii Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012

Let's talk about the practical steps to take to make peace with others.

1 Corinthians 6:1-8 Peacemaking, II 5/25/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction Last Sunday we observed the failure of the Corinth Church to handle conflict between its members. There were three lessons we noted that we essential to get into the right mindset for making peace. The first was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Crossing

Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 18, 2005

To be a true follower of Christ, we must set ourselves apart, have faith to take the first step toward following and then obeidence to make that step

“The Crossing” August 21, 2005 Intro: Life is filled with definable moments. Moments when we must make harsh choices, brave overwhelming obstacles, and conquer new horizons. They are the major “crossings” of life. Today we are going to look at spiritual crossing. We have for the last two weeks ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist