Sermons on Plot Reversal:

Children Of Light Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 14, 2015

Christianity, unlike a political or social philosophy, should make a difference. In Christianity, we are made new people. Repentance and faith turn us around. We are set in a new direction, and our lifestyle should reflect that new direction. Does yours?

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ~Part 19 Children of Light Ephesians 5:3-14 3. But immorality or any impurity or greed must not even be named among you, as is proper among saints; 4. and there must be no filthiness and silly talk, or coarse jesting, which are not fitting, but rather giving of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Be Filled With The Spirit -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 8, 2018

Ephesians 5:18b-21 teaches us what is involved in being filled with the Spirit.

Scripture Today we are concluding a sermon series in Ephesians 5:1-21 that I am calling, “Be Imitators of God.” Last time we began to examine what Paul meant by being filled with the Spirit. Today, we shall complete our examination of Paul’s teaching on being filled with the Spirit. Let’s read ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dead Man Walking

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 22, 2020

When have you faced an obstacle that seemed impossible? Jesus raising Lazarus back to life teaches us to 1) Trust God's timing, 2) Trust God's heart, and 3) Trust God's might.

Dead Man Walking John 11:1-45 March 29, 2020 I got my sermon title from that phrase used to describe someone from Death Row heading to their execution. They are called “Dead Man Walking.” It’s an eerie title for someone who is moving invariably toward their death. However, in today’s ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Choose To Conquer.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 24, 2020

Conquering is a choice. It’s a big choice, it’s a choice with bumps in the road. Paul commanded Timothy to endure hardness as a good solider.

Choose To Conquer. Romans 8:35,37 Conquering is a choice. It’s a big choice, it’s a choice with bumps in the road. Paul commanded Timothy to endure hardness as a good solider. Listen fully to Paul’s plea to Timothy—2 Timothy 2:3-5NKJV You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35, Romans 8:37, 2 Timothy 2:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beating The Christmas Blues

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 15, 2014

Christmas is supposed to be the "Most Wonderful Time of the Year," but for many it generates conflicts, sadness, loneliness, stress, etc. What's God's prescription for beating the Christmas blues?

BEATING THE CHRISTMAS BLUES Mt. 1:18-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of things Dads don't typically do much of around Christmas -- like shopping. 2. A little girl noticed this and asked, "Is it true that Santa Claus brings us our Christmas presents?" Her Mother said, "Yes, that's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Surprising Work Through Mothers

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2021

Things are so bad and prayer is so rare that the spiritually dull Eli, the priest, couldn’t identify when Hannah was praying. When the Bible says she “wept bitterly,” you should see Hannah in the worship center where her body convulses in tears.

Today is Mother’s Day when one-fifth of all floral purchases are made for holidays. In a day where over-programmed kids and hectic family schedules dominate, mothers are incredibly powerful not in the weightlifting sense of that word, but in the areas of trust, encouragement, hope, and courage. You ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

It's Never Too Late For Jesus.

Contributed by Robert Massey on Jun 11, 2017

Jesus is able to change even the most hopeless situations. This message is to bring hope to those who are struggling to hold on.

IT’S NEVER TOO LATE FOR JESUS Luke 7:11-16 KJV And it came to pass the day after, that he went into a city called Nain; and many of his disciples went with him, and much people. (12) Now when he came nigh to the gate of the city, behold, there was a dead man carried out, the only son of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Identity Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jul 18, 2019

Understanding and accepting who we are in Christ is foundational to the life of abundance Jesus claimed to grant us.

At the Movies: Identity Understanding and accepting who we are in Christ is foundational to the life of abundance Jesus claimed to grant us. Identity attributes of the Christ-follower: 1. We are favored v.3 2. We are chosen v.4 3. We are adopted vv.5-6 4. We are redeemed v.7-8 5. We are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes Part-1 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 10, 2020

Teaching about kingdom attributes, Jesus showed that true righteousness goes beyond the superficial teachings of the Pharisees.

The Beatitudes-Part 1 Matthew 5:3-6 Teaching about kingdom attributes, Jesus showed that true righteousness goes beyond the superficial teachings of the Pharisees. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Last week I spent a great deal of time setting up the background for this series. • Understanding the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Would Christian Do (Wwcd)

Contributed by Isaac Magsino on Sep 1, 2020

There are thousands of Christians who reached a level of maturity in their Christian faith and then became self-satisfied and complacent. They decided they didn’t need to grow anymore, or pray anymore, or study anymore. And they started dying spiritually because they buried their talents.

Theme: WWCD Text: I Peter 4:10 Place: Riverside Church of Christ Date: August 30, 2020 Intro: People in our society today love signs just to make the word simplified and to catch attentions. Especially when you’re promoting a product or something… Signs like; RCOC, BIR, SEC, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bondservants Of Christ

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jun 25, 2023

We are all bondservants of Christ if we have yielded to His Lordship,

Alba 6-25-2023 BONDSERVANTS OF CHRIST Ephesians 6:5-9 These days, if you go past most any business there is a sign that says, “Help Wanted”. It looks as if anyone wanted a job, there would be something available. But in one store window I read there was a sign that said, “No Help Wanted”. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Journey He Made Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 24, 2023

John helps us see that the Word is God, creator, light, man. The journey Jesus made started before creation and will last for eternity. What does that mean for us? Consider these thoughts from our Family Minister, Scott Jewell.

I’ve heard a lot of people talking about when is the right time to get into the Christmas spirit? How do you know you’re ready to celebrate this holiday? For some, it means putting the outdoor decorations up as early as the day after Halloween (after all, why not get that done before it’s freezing ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:9-14, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Generous Me! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 29, 2023

A practical look at the words of James.

Generous Who? James 5:1-6 July 30, 2023 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him 4 slices. The next time he came to the restaurant he wasn’t satisfied with the 4 pieces, so he ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Of The Breakout!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 22, 2023

Have you ever found yourself in a lions den? Do you find yourself in need of deliverance from a situation? Do you feel you are under spiritual attack and need God to Delivery? Do you find yourself trapped in a predicament and can’t find a way out?

The Lord Of The Breakout! Daniel 6:21-23NKJV Have you ever found yourself in a lions den? Do you find yourself in need of deliverance from a situation? Do you feel you are under spiritual attack and need God to Delivery? Do you find yourself trapped in a predicament and can’t find a way out? ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:21-23, Colossians 3:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Subject: God’s Answer For The Dead Situations Of Life

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 14, 2025

In Ezekiel 37, speaking a prophetic message to dry bones means to actively declare God's word and promises over seemingly hopeless situations, believing that God can bring life and restoration where there appears to be none.

Subject: "God’s Answer for the Dead Situations of Life" Text: Ezekiel 37: 1-14 “The Lord took hold of me, and I was carried away by the Spirit of the Lord to a valley filled with bones. He led me all around among the bones that covered the valley floor. They were scattered everywhere ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14, Joel 3:10, Isaiah 35:3-5, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Methodist