Sermons on Perspectives:

Servant Leadership

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 21, 2005

Jesus’perspective on servant leadership changes the way we see our our Master, our fellow leaders, and the church members we serve.

Servant Leadership Matthew 20:20-28 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Dave Thomas, the founder of Wendy’s, who died a few years, became a familiar sight to millions in his company’s television commercials. I used to refer to him as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Delighting In God's Grace Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Nov 5, 2005

Sermon 1 in a 4-part series on Stewardship. Believers are those who choose a "heavenly" over a "worldly" perspective. It imapcts their attitude, amplitude, and gratitude.

“We Are Now God’s Stewards” DELIGHTING IN GOD’S GRACE Psalm 23 and Luke 15: 11-32 1. (Show the following image on Overhead Projector) http://www.sierranv.net/~dscheibl/optical.html 2. As you look at that picture, what is it that you see? One minute you see a haggard old woman and another, a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: United Methodist

What Do You See?

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

Proper perspective is a very important thing to have. Sometimes if we’re not careful we can lose focus of what’s truly important.

INTRO: What do you see? -Cone or a hole -Old man/young man -Frog/horse -Old woman/young woman -Faces/vase -Pelican/rabbit The following is a letter that was sent home by a daughter who was away at college: Dear Mom and Dad: I’m sorry to be so long in writing again, but all my writing paper was lost ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Kids: They're Young; Not Stupid

Contributed by Stephen Evoy on Jan 4, 2008

Compelling look at the story of Jesus in the Temple from an innovative perspective (with scholarly support). A message for the whole church; not just parents. Good illustrations.

Just before Jesus stepped into the spotlight, God raised up John the Baptist “to turn the hearts of the parents toward their children, and the disobedient toward the wisdom of the righteous, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” (Luke 1:17 NRSV) What does it look like when parents turn ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-50

Denomination: Free Methodist

How To Be Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Mark Berry on Apr 1, 2011

The scriptures are clear that the believer has a need to be FILLED with the Holy Spirit. This message gives you the scriptural guidelines for your hearer in a Wesleyan/Armenian perspective.

"HOW TO BE FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT." Ephesians 5:18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. Acts 2:1-18 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. [2] Suddenly a sound like the blowing of a violent wind came ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Kingdom Of Heaven (Part 7) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2015

What does the desire to be number one indicate from our faith perspective? Whether it is the USA? A congregation, or an individual? Is it wrong to try to be the best at something?

Opening illustration: One of our favorite teachers in elementary school was my third grade teacher, Miss Titus, an “old school” teacher who maintained a strict sense of order in class but who genuinely cared about each of us. On the first day of school she asked us to line up for lunch ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wedding Garment

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Oct 30, 2014

A perspective on Matthew 22: 1-14. The cloak of righteousness shows us that we have been placed in a position of honour in the family, in the kingdom of heaven.

Matthew 22: 1-14 The Wedding Garment At times Jesus spoke in parables. Parables begin as earthly stories, speaking about things we are familiar with, like a wedding banquet. There is a twist to the story that can turn up side down our familiar understanding and reveal something new. They end with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Swineherds Lost Their Jobs

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 7, 2013

The story of Jesus stilling the storm and delivering the Madman of Gadara, TOLD FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF THE SWINEHERDS. They saw things and got insights that would surprise you!

WHEN THE SWINEHERDS LOST THEIR JOBS Mk. 4:37-39; 5:2-19 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Karl the Pig Farmer Karl the pig farmer was telling his buddies back on the farm about his first visit to a big city church: 1. "When I got there, they made me park my old pick-up in the corral," he began. "You mean in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Eye Witness News 4 - Bethlehem (Advent 4, 2009) Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

This series approaches the Christmas Story by examining the lives of those present from a very historical perspective. This is week four focusing on the little town of Bethlehem.

Luke 2:1-7 NIV In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to his own town to register. 4 So Joseph also went up from the town of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Church? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 12, 2010

Today we must have a correct perspective of the church. God designed the church and placed Jesus as its head and they gave us a mission to fulfill.

Why Church? Recognize new Church members: During the service! Video Illustration: From Blue Fish TV.com David Nasser: “How I escaped religion” I want to be clear on this the church of the New Testament is not a religion! Thesis: Today we must have a correct perspective of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters

Contributed by George Bannister on May 21, 2008

This is a message dealing with the responsibilities of the Christian citizen as a voter. Vital principles that should govern Christian political decisions and activities are discussed from a Biblical perspective.

TITLE: “Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters” TEXT: Matthew 5:13-16 ETS: Believers are to influence their society for Christ. ESS: Believers should follow Biblical principles in fulfilling citizenship duties. OSS: Believers will commit to vote on election day based upon Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

At The Right Hand Of God

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Nov 8, 2014

A perspective on Mark 10: 35-45. But what are our reactions, our thoughts, and our feelings towards these two audacious characters James and John?

Mark 10: 35-45 At The Right Hand Of God How should we think about James and John, the sons of Zebedee? How should we think about the day they went to Jesus and said to him: “Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.” And when Jesus answered, “What is it you want ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Lessons From A Restored Ministry Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 21, 2018

Last message (9) in our study of the life and ministry of Elijah. This message explores the results of Elijah's restoration to a divine perspective and continued fruitful ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Elijah Series #9 “Lessons from Restored Ministry” Introduction So far we have extracted numerous timeless lessons or principles in our examination of Elijah’s journey of faith. I. Lessons from the Palace where Elijah boldly announced God’s judgment for sin. 17:1 II. Lessons ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 21:10-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God's Healing Vs. Medicinal Healing And Understanding The Divine Physician Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 27, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing and medicinal healing, highlighting the superiority of God's healing power.

As believers, we often find ourselves at the intersection of faith and medicine. While medicinal healing can provide temporary relief from symptoms, it is God who heals permanently. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing and medicinal healing, highlighting the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:26

02 - James 1:9-15 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 20, 2021

This is the 2nd of 11 Studies on the Book of James. In this Study we will look at the perspective we need to have of riches, the process of temptation, and the consequence of sin.

James 1:9-11 9”Let the lowly brother glory in his exaltation, 10 but the rich in his humiliation, because as a flower of the field he will pass away. 11 For no sooner has the sun risen with a burning heat than it withers the grass; its flower falls, and its beautiful appearance perishes. So the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-15, Philippians 4:12-13, John 14:15

Denomination: Independent/Bible