Sermons on Paradigm Shift:

Bear With One Another Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 6, 2021

I doubt that any of us feel worthy of the life that the Lord has given. We are in great need of his grace and help every day.

- Building Up One Another - Bear With One Another Ephesians 4:2 Introduction I doubt that any of us feel worthy of the life that the Lord has given. We are in great need of his grace and help every day. Still, Apostle Paul urged the Ephesians to “live a life worthy of the calling you have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, Colossians 3:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray...people...pray

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 7, 2020

The Lord Jesus encourages believers to pray constantly and confidently.

PRAY…PEOPLE…PRAY (Outline) September 20, 2020 - Pentecost 16 - LUKE 18:1-8 INTRO.: A popular movie used the phrase: “Run…Forrest…Run!” A kind soul used this saying to encourage her friend to flee from danger. Our text today teaches us about prayer. Our loving, heavenly Father reminds us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Lord Build Me Through Struggles Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

The book of James is on fire to me whenever I study it. It bursts forth with life, with the Holy Spirit of God these words are mighty and intense, and raw, and brutal. The book of James is written to the lost twelve tribes of Israel, as they are scattered and persecuted in the nations.

The book of James is on fire to me whenever I study it. It bursts forth with life, with the Holy Spirit of God these words are mighty and intense, and raw, and brutal. The book of James is written to the lost twelve tribes of Israel, as they are scattered and persecuted in the nations. They’ve lost ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Lesson 25. The Control Of A Critical Attitude (James 4:11-12) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

The passage for today’s lesson contains the last mention of the law in the New Testament. A particular Bible commentator states that the law refers to the old moral law applied in its complete spiritual fullness by Christ, “the law of liberty.”

Text: James 4:11-12 (NIV) 11Brothers and sisters, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against a brother or sister or judges them speaks against the law and judges it. When you judge the law, you are not keeping it, but sitting in judgment on it. 12There is only one Lawgiver and Judge, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Mountains Of Influence In Society: Education, Religion, & Media Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

I’d like to talk with you today about the 7 mountains of influence in society. I’m super excited about going through this teaching with you, it’s a great biblical teaching, it originates with teachers like Francis Schaeffer and Bill Bright.

I’d like to talk with you today about the 7 mountains of influence in society. I’m super excited about going through this teaching with you, it’s a great biblical teaching, it originates with teachers like Francis Schaeffer and Bill Bright. And we’re gonna look at the seven key areas of society ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Salvation Army

Time To Be Full Time Christians

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Mar 18, 2021

A sermon considering the price of discipleship, and challenging people to action. I borrowed the Illustration at the beginning of my sermon from Revd. Martin Dale sermon in 2006 with thanks :)

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. 26 Christians were crucified at Niz-hiz-aka Hill in Nagasaki, Japan on the 15 February 1597, amongst them was a young seventeen year old boy, Thomas Kosaki, who had been sentenced to die for his Christian witness - along with his father. He ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Anglican

Lesson 10: Identification Of The Human Source (James 1:14-15) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

We think of sin as a single act, but God sees it as a process. Adam committed a single act of sin (evil), and yet that one act brought sin, death, and judgment on the entire human race.

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Scripture: James 1:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

To Those Who Overcome: How To Be Free From All Sin

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne.

"He who overcomes, I will grant to him to sit down with Me on My throne, as I also overcame and sat down with My Father on His throne." -Revelation 3:21 NASB William Booth said, "I consider that the chief dangers which confront the coming century will be religion without the Holy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:27, Romans 2:11, Acts 2:23-24, John 6:63, Revelation 3:21, Hebrews 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Seeing The Invisible Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

One has not really begun to live until he begins to look, not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen, for these alone are the things that last forever.

A young sportsman just back from a hunting trip in India was criticizing the efforts of the missionaries there. He said that in all the months he was there he never saw any good they were doing. It was all a useless waste of money and effort. A returned missionary overheard him and asked him a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-18

Bitter Complaints: Born To Trouble Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 10, 2021

Job speaks his prayers out loud in our text for this week. He shares his brokenness and mostly his feeling that God is not listening any longer.

MAIN TEXT: In a way, a lot has transpired between last week’s reading and this one. In another way, nothing much has changed. Job is still on the ash heap. Job is still iN A place of bitter complaints. The companions who sat in silence with Job for seven days (2:13) now try and blame Job for his ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-9, Job 23:16-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Salt Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 2, 2021

Jesus addressed the need for all believers to serve as the salt of the earth and light to this dark world. We will discover as we move through these verses both are necessary and much needed in our day. Each of these elements has a distinct and profound effect on their surroundings.

The Salt of the Earth Matthew 5: 13 We have spent a considerable amount of time dealing with the portion of the Sermon on the Mount known as the Beatitudes. I think you would agree those verses were a challenging and insightful study. As our Lord concluded His thoughts concerning the beatitudes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Truth: The Power To Reshape Our Lives 2 Corinthians 4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 22, 2024

Today, let's delve into the transformative words of 2 Corinthians 4, where the Apostle Paul unveils profound truths that have the power to reshape our lives.

Transformed by Truth: The power to reshape our lives Introduction: Today, let's delve into the transformative words of 2 Corinthians 4, where the Apostle Paul unveils profound truths that have the power to reshape our lives. In a world often clouded by challenges, these verses guide us to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5, Philippians 2:7, 2 Corinthians 4:6, John 8:12, Matthew 5:16, 2 Corinthians 4:7, 1 Corinthians 2:4, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, Romans 8:18, 2 Corinthians 4:16, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do This In Remembrance Of Me 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2024

In the simple yet profound words of Jesus, "Do this in remembrance of me," we find an invitation to partake in a sacred act of remembrance—the Lord's Supper. Today, let's delve into the significance of these words, exploring the transformative truth they hold for believers.

Do This in Remembrance of Me 1 Corinthians 11:23-25 Introduction: In the simple yet profound words of Jesus, "Do this in remembrance of me," we find an invitation to partake in a sacred act of remembrance—the Lord's Supper. Today, let's delve into the significance of these words, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-24, Luke 22:19, 1 Corinthians 11:25, Matthew 26:28, 1 Corinthians 11:26, Revelation 22:20, Romans 5:8, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Encountering God's Transformative Love 1 John 4:7-8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 6, 2024

Explore the profound depths of God's transformative love. God’s love has the power to change hearts, renew minds, and restore lives. As we delve into the Bible and consider God's Word, may His transformative love grip our hearts and lead us to a deeper understanding of His grace.

Encountering God's Transformative Love Introduction: Today I want us to explore the profound depths of God's transformative love. God’s love has the power to change hearts, renew minds, and restore lives. As we delve into the Bible and consider God's Word, may His transformative love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7, Romans 5:5, 1 John 4:8, Romans 5:8, Ephesians 3:17-19, Galatians 2:20, 1 John 4:11, Ephesians 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Putting God First

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Jul 13, 2023

I wish to talk on the subject from the two texts in your hearing,” Putting God First”.

Brothers and sisters, ladies and gentlemen, we are living in a world that is good to look out for “Number 1”. A society that is for me, myself and I with no assistance or help from anyone and yes not even God. I’m afraid this world is putting God on the backburner not considering He is the King ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: Baptist