Sermons on Potentials:

Graduation 2013

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 6, 2013

What to do after graduation

Graduation June 9, 2013 2 Timothy 4:7-8 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Holiness

Aim High

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A call to bravely answer God’s call on our lives

Aim High and Be All You Can Be because It’s Not Just a Job, It’s an Adventure! Judges 6:11-23 Introduction: Marine recruiter story. “There are probably only 2 or 3 of you in this room who are good enough to be Marines. You know who you are. I’ll see you after this.” I. God’s Call A. Gideon was ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Church Full Of Sinners Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

What is our attitude toward growth? Are we ready and willing to accept what God has in store for this congregation? What about our attitude toward those on “the fringe?” Are we willing to accept them into the fold when God calls?

The Teachings of Christ A Church Full of Sinners #2 in Series Mark 2:13–17 INTRODUCTION Once there was a church that had prayed fervently for God to give them growth. It happened that one Sunday at worship a known prostitute entered the building and took a seat in the back of the building. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Prayer Of Love And Encouragement Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011

Paul loved the church in Philippi deeply, but why? What were his reasons for having such affection for them? He spells out three reasons in his prayer in chapter 1:3-11

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 14, 2011 Date Preached: July 17, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: A Prayer of Love & Encouragement Sermon Text: Philippians 1:3-11 [ESV] ETS: Paul loved the believers in Philippi, not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Surely, Not I!

Contributed by Wann Fanwar on Sep 21, 2003

This sermon examines the betrayal of Jesus in Matthew 26 and proposes that there are different ways to betray Jesus. Perhaps the more incipient danger is the indifference of the eleven. The sermon also portrays the manner in which God handles human failur

SURELY, NOT I! Matthew 26:20-50 I was marooned in a seemingly forsaken place, or so it felt. I did not know anyone. The place was isolated from life. The nearest village was miles away and I had to walk several kilometres to the nearest bus pickup point. There was no running water or electricity. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:20-50

Denomination: Adventist

Strength In Weakness

Contributed by Philip Beals on Sep 16, 2013

In our weakness we can always count on God to be our strength.

Strength in Weakness There is a chorus we used to sing as kids that goes like this: - “My God is so great, so strong and so mighty, there's nothing my God cannot do.” You are probably familiar with it. Of course when we sing it, do we really pay attention to the meaning of the words. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10, Genesis 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

An Effective Worker For The Lord

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

We all know that some folks do some things better than others.

This is true in so many ways, for example: • Some handle their money better than others • Some are better at sports than others • Some do a better job in scholastics than others • Some are more skillful in music than others. (1 Samuel 16:16 tells us that David was skillful at playing the harp, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge – Dealing With Rejection

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 29, 2019

The story of Jephthah is one of the most interesting in the Old Testament. It is really told from Judges 10:6 - 12:7. And I believe this story has a definite message for all of us today, but especially, those who believe and know they have been call to a higher purpose in life.

Subject: Here Comes the Judge – Dealing with Rejection Text: Judges 11:1-11 Introduction: The story of Jephthah is one of the most interesting in the Old Testament. It is really told from Judges 10:6 - 12:7. And I believe this story has a definite message for all of us today, but especially, those ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Love - The Greatest Commandment

Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Oct 23, 2008

The Challenge of LIVING the Greatest Commandment

Matthew 22:34-40 (Mark 12:28ff) 1. Read Matthew 22.37-40 2. Familiar words / phrases: not so easy to understand - & put into action in our lives! 3. Mark (12:28ff) prefaces Greatest Commandment with “The Lord our God, the Lord is one” – a cause of argument / division for 2000+ years! One God, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wise And The Foolish

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

It's a common enough topic. Some people know how to invest, and others don't. But the result of each is critical. Especially in the lives of our children.

Passage: Matthew 25:14-30 Intro: We have talked a lot in the last few weeks about being “ready” for the return of Christ. 1. might wonder what that means. 2. “PJ, it’s Mother’s Day!!!” 3. absolutely, and mothers in specific and parents in general can take ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Born To Excel But Tied Down

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 23, 2025

God created you to excel, but invisible limitations can keep you from fulfilling your divine purpose.

BORN TO EXCEL BUT TIED DOWN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 49:3-4 Key Verse: “Reuben, thou art my firstborn, my might, and the beginning of my strength, the excellency of dignity, and the excellency of power: Unstable as water, thou shalt not excel; because thou wentest up to thy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Journey To Maturity

Contributed by Joshua Brett on Aug 18, 2006

The 7 Dwarfs that will stunt our growth.

THE JOURNEY TO MATURITY Ephesians 4:11 He is the one who gave these gifts to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, the body of Christ, until we come to such ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding A Godly Partner To Marry Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 19, 2025

The quest for a life partner is a significant undertaking, and many wonder where to find a godly spouse.

The quest for a life partner is a significant undertaking, and many wonder where to find a godly spouse. The Bible offers guidance on this journey, emphasizing the importance of shared faith and values. Characteristics of a Godly Partner A godly partner is someone who fears the Lord and seeks to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:30

The Man By The Pool Of Bethesda

Contributed by Dr. Ope Banwo on Mar 3, 2007

Activating the healing power of God within you

THE MAN BY THE POOL OF BETHESDA (JOHN 5:2-9) 1) “Now there is in Jerusalem near the sheep Gate a pool which in Aramaic is called Bethesda (house of olives or house of mercy).. in these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralized…” Verse 2 Observation THE SICK BY THE POOL OF ...read more

Scripture: John 5:2-9, John 5:1-17, John 5:1-9, John 5:2-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Godly Suggestions For Growing Ministers

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 24, 2022

In chapter 4. Paul warns for the coming apostasy in the church. He talks about three classes of ministers: good ministers with persuasive preaching, godly ministers who practiced what they preached, and growing ministers who were making notable progress for the kingdom of God.

Subject: Godly Suggestions for Growing Ministers Text: 1 Timothy 4:12-16 “Teach these things and insist that everyone learn them. 12 Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young. Be an example to all believers in what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Methodist