Sermons on Not Behind:

The Sacrifice Behind The Manger

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 18, 2025

Christmas is beautiful—not because of the lights, gifts, or songs—but because of the unimaginable sacrifice Jesus made to reach us.

THE SACRIFICE BEHIND THE MANGER Philippians 2:6–8 Christmas is beautiful—not because of the lights, gifts, or songs—but because of the unimaginable sacrifice Jesus made to reach us. Philippians 2:6–8 pulls back the curtain of eternity and shows us what Christmas truly cost Jesus. It reminds us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leaving The Past Behind

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025

Though the past cannot be changed, it should not be allowed to control our present or determine our future.

LEAVING THE PAST BEHIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Hebrews 12:1, Genesis 19:17, Luke 9:62 INTRODUCTION: Many believers carry the weight of their past into their walk with God. This weight may be in the form of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Purpose Behind The Problem

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 26, 2022

Our troubles should not lessen our faith. There is a purpose for the suffering. We should our troubles as opportunities to let the Lord's light shine through us.

Key verse (17) What good comes out of trials? This is the second letter from Paul to the believers in Corinth to defend his position as an apostle and to denounce false teachers who twisted the truth. • Paul reminds us that although struggles come, do not give up hope. • Our bodies are subject ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Leave It All Behind

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 7, 2020

Sometimes to be of service in the kingdom of God we must be willing to leave it all behind so the God's will is done in our life. He doesn't always take all but we must be willing to give up all if we are going to see God's will done.

Leave it all behind Genesis chapter 12 Introduction- Good morning, we have come together to worship and lift up the name of Jesus. May your heart and mind be open to hear what He has to say and may the loving grace of our Lord fill you with His presence and His compassion. This morning I want to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4, 1 Chronicles 4:9, Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Depth Behind The Words

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 26, 2013

This Thanksgiving sermon uses various Psalms to explore the depth behind the things for which we are thankful: friends, family, health, the world, God and what he does.

Intro: The smell of the turkey roasting away has been tantalizing for quite some time, but now the breast meat has reached 165 degrees, the thigh meat is at 180, the skin is a beautiful brown, and the bird is resting tented loosely under foil. The pies (plural!) have been cooling on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving The Past Behind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in their Christian journey, pressing on towards spiritual growth and the ultimate prize of eternal life in Christ.

Welcome, dear friends, to our time of fellowship and worship. It's a delight to gather in the presence of our Lord, to share in His word, and to grow together in understanding and faith. We are here, not by chance, but because our loving Father has called us into His presence. He has a message for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Topics: Moving Forward, Christ

Leave The Tomb Behind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' love, His power over death, and His promise of eternal life, as demonstrated in the story of Lazarus in John 11:1-16.

Good morning, beloved family. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the beautiful tapestry of our faith. We come together, not as individuals, but as a collective body of Christ, united in love, faith, and purpose. Today, we are here to engage with a powerful ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Topics: Jesus, Death, Sleep

God Behind The Scenes Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Sep 4, 2023

What looks like a bad idea could be what God uses for His glory

When Samson was in Timnah, a Philistine woman caught his eye. When he returned home, he told his parents, "A Philistine woman in Timnah caught my eye. I want to marry her. Get her for me." His parents objected asking if there wasn't a woman from their tribe or all the Israelites that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-3

No One Left Behind: Togetherness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 10, 2019

It should be our goal that NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND. Are we praying for a spirit of unity, synergy, and togetherness in our family and church. Are we all pulling together? Judging others will limit any personal growth possible.

NO ONE LEFT BEHIND --- TOGETHER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a series. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (MSG) So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you'll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you're already ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Psalm 133:1-3, Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Will Be Left Behind When It's All Left Behind? Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 7, 2002

A discussion of the Secret Rapture Theory in light of 2 Peter.

WHAT WILL BE LEFT BEHIND WHEN IT’S ALL LEFT BEHIND II Peter 3:3-14 Every person has to make a choice about Jesus and who He is. Jesus is either… A Liar, A Lunatic, or Lord! The “Left Behind” writings are based on the Secret Rapture Theory. This theory makes Jesus out to be either a liar ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29, 2 Peter 3:3-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Be Ready

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 21, 2022

Is our job to predict when Jesus will return or to be ready? Let’s discuss this in Matthew 24:36-44.

Is our job to predict when Jesus will return or to be ready? Let’s discuss this in Matthew 24:36-44. End of an Era But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, but My Father only. (Matthew 24:36) If Jesus is God the Son and coequal with the Father, how does He not know ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Leaving Behind

Contributed by Michelle Holsinger on Jan 17, 2006

Are you leaving behind peace or strife?

WHAT ARE YOU LEAVING BEHIND? Psalm 23 1   The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2   He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3   He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4   Yea, though I walk through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Behind The Christmas Story

Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Dec 31, 2005

Christmas, Christs Birth and the meaning behind the Christmas story

I once heard tell of a young man who stood face to face and challenged his father with the accusation “when did you ever do anything for anyone but yourself”. Another instance and a child cries out to his Father “we’re not friends anymore”, another time more heartbreakingly “you don’t love me ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Things We Leave Behind

Contributed by Scott Pyle on Oct 19, 2002

There are a series of things that we must leave behind to become a true Christian

Things We Leave Behind Phil 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Holiness

Are We "Left Behind" In Our Understanding?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Jan 23, 2002

A response to the movie, "Left Behind".

ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? By Gerry Pratt ARE WE “LEFT BEHIND” IN OUR UNDERSTANDING? Copyright 2001 By Gerry Pratt Are We “Left Behind” In Our Understanding? Published by: PEPCO ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ