Sermons on Present Focus:

An Appeal In Hope.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 18, 2023

This Psalm looks beyond the present crisis and need, through the availability of God’s righteousness, to the ultimate hope of the resurrection.

AN APPEAL IN HOPE. Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15. PSALM 17:1. How can a man, born dead in trespasses and sins, plead with the LORD to “hear the right?” Well, it is as Abraham said, ‘Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?’ (Genesis 18:25). When we use this Psalm, we are not appealing to our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visionary View: Trusting In God's Perfect Timing Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 24, 2023

God's vision isn't for the present; it's designated for a future time.

"Visionary View: Trusting in God's Perfect Timing" A prayer to begin. Heavenly Father, we gather in Your presence, seeking wisdom and guidance as we delve into Your Word. Open our hearts and minds to receive the message You have for us today. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-3, Proverbs 29:18, Psalm 37:7, Ecclesiastes 3:1, James 5:7-8, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 40:30-31, 2 Peter 3:8, Isaiah 40:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Patience And Perseverance (Epiphany 4 Candlemas)

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Apr 6, 2020

The readings of Simeon and Anna speak of Jesus being presented in the temple as a child. Each character are examples of patience and perseverance.

Patience and Perseverance Epiphany 4 Candlemas When I was a kid, my least favorite Church service of the year occurred on Super Bowl Sunday. You see, I grew up in a pastor's home, and my grandfather's church had a Sunday night service every week. I wanted to watch the Super Bowl instead of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Episcopal

The Need For Church Revival: Repent

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Oct 22, 2020

When a church is willing to repent of past sins, it presents an opportunity for God to do something new and exciting in the church.

Last time we were encouraged to remember our past. During time we briefly connected with our past and looked at five characteristics of our church in her early days. In Revelation 2:5 Jesus tells the church at Ephesus to “Remember therefore from where you have fallen.” And so we made it personal ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Glory After This

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 24, 2025

No matter the pain, delay, or affliction, God has reserved a greater glory that will follow and overshadow your present situation.

GLORY AFTER THIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:18 - “For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” ( KJV) Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 4:17; John 11:4; 1 Peter 5:10; Job 42:10; Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Story Of Christmas

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Dec 20, 2025

This is a simple message prepared to present the Story of Christmas from Luke 2 and Matthew 2. It is simple and straight to the point.

The Story of Christmas Luke 2:1-20 Intro. This morning simply wanted to tell the story of Christmas I. The Preliminaries A. The Beginning. 1. The story of Christ’s birth begins with Him person. 2. He was there in the Beginning of it all. John 1:1-4 B. It continues throughout the history ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20, Matthew 2:1-12, John 1:1-4, John 1:14, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Divine Word: An Exploration Of John 1:1-5

Contributed by Lester Potts on Jan 7, 2026

John 1:1-5 Presents one of the most profound theologically significant passages in all of Christian literature.

The Divine Word: An Exploration of John 1:1-5 The opening verses of the Gospel according to John—John 1:1-5—stand as some of the most profound and theologically significant passages in all of Christian Scripture. For countless believers, these words not only anchor their understanding of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Reasonably Protected With A Gun Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 10, 2021

In a time which the government is seeking to take away your defenses, Jesus holds a truth to live by in these present days.

Reasonably Protected With A Gun Jesus Gives Instructions Timothy wrote to tell us in the last days just how bad it is going to get (1 Timothy 3:1) and Jesus gives instructions on how to be ready. What our Lord taught His disciples is passed on to us in Luke 22:36 holding a truth which prepares ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Not Remember? Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021

A sermon examining the importance of remembering what Jesus has done in the past and trusting Him to work in the present and future.

DO YOU NOT REMEMBER? Mark 8:1-21 Have you ever found yourself in a place or a situation that seems oddly familiar but you are fairly certain that you have never been there before? This phenomenon is often referred to as “déjà vu” This is a French phrase that means “seen again”. Yogi ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Advent: A Picture Of Joy (With Communion) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 10, 2024

The story of Christmas is a story of joy. Not fleeting happiness tied to presents or celebrations, but a joy rooted in the faithfulness and presence of God.

Advent: A Picture of Joy (with Communion) As we continue our journey through Advent, let me start with a question: What is your favourite joyful Christmas tradition or memory? Perhaps it’s decorating the tree, singing carols, or watching the excitement on a child’s face as they open a gift. These ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Luke 1:39-47, Psalm 30:5, Psalm 126:3, Philippians 4:4, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26, Psalm 16:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Journey To Spiritual Growth SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Making the decision to go from where we presently are spiritually to a new level in Jesus...the other side!

Today, I believe Jesus is commanding each one of us to go to a new level in our spiritual journey. He is saying, "Let us go to the other side." But what does this "other side" mean for each of us? It could be different for everyone, but it encompasses areas such as our prayer life, openness to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Topics: Discipleship

Forgiveness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The sermon's main point is to explore the themes of the need for forgiveness, the benefits of forgiveness, and the call to forgive, as presented in the book of Obadiah.

Good morning, Church family. I’m thrilled to see all of you here today as we delve into the lesser-known book of Obadiah. As we explore the only chapter of this small but mighty book, Obadiah 1, we’ll be focusing on three important themes that are as relevant today as they were back then: The Need ...read more

Topics: Forgiveness

Breaking Free From The Past Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

As we focus on those things that are eternal, and put on the new self, we will experience freedom from those things that have shackled us in the past.

Breaking Free from the Past In an old Candid Camera episode, an actor is on a busy sidewalk and begins looking at the ground. He walks around a bit and continues to look down. People are passing by him and a few give him strange looks. After a couple minutes, he decides to get down on his hands ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11, Colossians 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

Worship Is A Matter Of Who, Not How!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 18, 2022

In worship, God is more concerned that we focus on Him than than we should be overly concerned about the mechanics of what we are doing.

“After this the Moabites and Ammonites, and with them some of the Meunites, came against Jehoshaphat for battle. Some men came and told Jehoshaphat, ‘A great multitude is coming against you from Edom, from beyond the sea; and behold, they are in Hazazon-tamar’ (that is, Engedi). Then Jehoshaphat ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Re:fuel Series

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Feb 4, 2008

Sermon 2 of 3 in a series. Once we have correct focus and Jesus is our focus. Now we need to be re:fueled for the assignment. I put gas in my tank but after the car has been driven so far it needs re:fueled. That is the way it is in our Christian walk

re: Sermon Series Part 2 re:Fuel Let’s Review- Jan 2008 Pastor cast a vision for this church. Date with Destiny a year of New Beginnings Last week we started our Re: Sermon series and we looked at re:Focusing We learned that our spiritual vision /focus was blurred Psalm 6:7 NLT We were taught ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational