Sermons on Present Focus:

A New Understanding Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 17, 2017

When we give our lives to Jesus, we are called to a new understanding concerning life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As a public service today, I would like to offer up a few home remedies today. Please do not attempt these unless you are a professional. o If you are choking on an ice cube, don't panic. Simply pour a cup of boiling water down your throat and presto! The blockage will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should I Be A Prepper? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 21, 2015

This message focuses on the importance of spiritual preparation instead of focusing on material things and the latest theory on the date of Christ's coming.

Sermon Notes May 17, 2015 FBCam Should I Be a Prepper? The first time I heard of Preppers was about 4 years ago. I was speaking with a friend about events that seemed to carry prophetic significance. My friend asked,“Are you a Prepper?” I had not heard this term before, so he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Signs Of The End Of The Age, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 28, 2014

Mark 13 ends with 3 important principles to live by: 1) We can have total confidence in the certainty of God’s Word; 2) we are commissioned by God to preach and to teach His Word to all; and 3) we are to live life consciously and not complacently.

Signs of the End of the Age, Part 2 Mark 13:24-37 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” - Jesus’ teachings, while difficult for some to deal with, are always timely - We are looking at Jesus’ final teachings to His disciples -- His teaching is clear, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Losing God In Religion Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 3, 2015

We lose God when we emphasize a ritual or object over and above our relationship with God. Don't expect God's blessings without repentance.

During a service at an old synagogue, when a particular prayer was said, half the congregants stood up and half remained sitting. The half that was seated started yelling at those standing to sit down, and the ones standing yelled at the ones sitting to stand up. The new rabbi didn't know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"i Am Doing A New Thing"

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Apr 1, 2021

This is a message on the theme of New Year's from Isaiah.

“I AM DOING A NEW THING!” Isaiah 43:18-20 Version Two: Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ, January 10, 2021 Video Link: https: //youtu.be/o1jSCzat248 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Isaiah is a book with many prophecies for God’s people. A.) Today let us look at a few verses in chapter ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18-19, Hebrews 12:1-2, Ephesians 3:20-21, Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Yolo

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 19, 2021

What are you worried about today? What’s strangling you today? Worry strangles the peace and purpose right out of our lives. You only live once – don’t worry yourself to death.

YOLO: You Only Live Once, So Don't Worry Yourself to Death Proverbs 12:25 Proverbs 12:25 (NKJV) 25 Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad. Proverbs 12:25 (NLT) 25 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul Deflates Some Ego's Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 24, 2023

This is the 6th message of a series on First Corinthians. In this sermon we're looking at how Paul addresses the Corinthians who had wrongly believed they were more spiritual than others, and gives us the means to combat pride.

Corinthians Series (Part Six) Text: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 We are back in Corinthians today, and I’m glad, so that we can get back into these lessons for the Church. We’ve got this Sunday, and four in March, and then we’ll do a Palm Sunday service, and Resurrection Sunday service. And I want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Grateful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores cultivating deep, abiding gratitude, harnessing the power of thankfulness, and honoring God with a thankful heart, guided by 2 Corinthians 9:11.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering of believers. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Each of us is here because God, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, has called us to gather in His name, to learn from His word, and to grow in His grace. Today, we're going to focus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:11

Topics: Thankful Heart

May You Be Transfigured! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

This sermon encourages us to truly know God, heed His instructions, and align our actions with His word, serving Him with energy, boldness, and contentment.

Welcome, dear friends, to another time of fellowship and sharing in God's word. We're here because we believe in the power of the Gospel. We believe in the transformative potential of the Scriptures, and we are gathered here to engage with the Word, to meditate on it, and to let it seep into our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Listen, Jesus, Son Of God

Shine Like Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores how to embody Jesus' call to be the 'salt of the earth' and 'light of the world' in our daily lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be gathered together in His name, isn't it? To be nestled in the warmth of His love, in the comfort of His grace, and in the fellowship of His people. This morning, as we open our hearts to God's Word, we are going to be drawing from the wellspring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Topics: Light, Salt

I've Got To Go

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 26, 2001

This is a Palm Sunday sermon dealing with Jesus going to Jerusalem to cleanse the temple.

“I’ve Have Got To Go” 4/8/2001 Psalm 118:15-29 Mark 10:32-34 Mark 11:12-19 How many of you remember that great theological parable sung by Glady’s Knights and the Pips. It is the story of a man who left Ga to pursue his dream of becoming a movie star in Los Angelos. While there he falls in love ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discovering Your Style (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

One of the keys to participating in evangelism is to figure out how God can use your personality and gifts to make an impact in the lives of others. While Peter was quite confrontational in his approach, Paul utilized a more intellectual line of reasonin

Discovering Your Style, Part 1 Rev. Brian Bill 2/25/01 Sometimes pastors take some heat for speaking too long. One long-winded minister was preaching away when a woman remembered that she had left the Sunday dinner in the oven. She hastily wrote a note and slipped it to her husband, who was an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-41, Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

How To Get Along When You Don't See Eye To Eye

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 29, 2002

Paul teaches us the seven steps to having H.A.R.M.O.N.Y. in our churches.

HOW TO GET ALONG WHEN YOU DON’T SEE EYE TO EYE Romans 14:1-15:7 September 1, 2002 INTRODUCTION: It is said that when the British and French were fighting in Canada in the 1750s, Admiral Phipps, commander of the British fleet, was told to anchor outside Quebec. He was given orders to wait for the ...read more

Nightvision Concert/Event Evangelism Workshop Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jul 5, 2010

This is the 1st of 2 workshops done at the Nightvision event in Colorado (July 9-10, 2010) on practical ways to share the Good News. Please listen to workshop #2 as well!

Nightvision theme: Holiness. Sins of Commission come to mind but sins of omission are an issue too. We are set apart for Him as ambassadors. 
 Superbowl analogy. 
 Revival is here - Over 260,000 people hear the gospel and more than 174,000 trust Christ worldwide every single day ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Is Coming Series

Contributed by David Welch on Mar 30, 2009

Introductory message in a series on Revelation focusing on the theme and purpose of the book.

“The Revelation of Jesus Christ” Jesus is Coming! Introduction & Background The subject of future events attracts a great deal of attention. Prophecy conferences draw significant curious crowds. Many promise to uncover the latest new and exciting insights. More than a few assert that they ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance