Sermons on Pressing Forward:

Faithfully Forward Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

Exploring the paradox of planning for tomorrow while living for today.

Do you know what a paradox is? A paradox is defined as “a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement or proposition that when investigated or explained may prove to be well founded or true.” Our faith as Christians is rife with paradoxes. Let me name a few: Christians conquer through ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:8-11

Denomination: Methodist

Failing Forward Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 23, 2022

To grow in our walk, we must learn from our failures.

INTRODUCTION • Were you ever naive as a Christian? • Maybe you thought that after you accepted Christ, you would never sin again or that you would never struggle with failure. • We can have unrealistic expectations for ourselves as Christians: We are followers of Jesus, so naturally, the new life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-34, Luke 22:54-62, John 21:15-18, 1 Peter 1:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spring Forward

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 31, 2023

There’s a surprising freedom that comes from following God unto the unknown. Enjoy it.

If you look back on the last 10 to 50 years the amount of change we have experienced in this country is pretty staggering, isn’t it. From propeller planes to space shuttles, from Ozzie and Harriet to Ozzie Osborne, from the Cold War to the War on Terror. But at least we’ve had the same government, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Looking Forward

Contributed by Michael Brown on Jun 11, 2024

I wrote this to be a devotional I share at a local assisted living home where our church goes to do ministry

Warn them that this devotional has a sad part but the sadness will illustrate the joy of God. We will start this time of study with what should be a simple question. Which one of you has lived your life without experiencing challenging times when you didn’t see the light at the end of the tunnel? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:14, Romans 8:18, Colossians 3:1, 2 Corinthians 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Forward

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 29, 2023

Two folks in the text look forward to the revealing of the Christ. Let us look forward as well.

Luke 2:22-40 Looking Forward 1. Looking Forward that’s what Simeon and Anna have been doing for years * We look forward to Christmas but Christmas is over * All the pressure preparations, presents its over * Family gatherings are over until another Christmas * Simeon looked forward to see the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Methodist

Moving Forward Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Feb 17, 2024

We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now?

“Moving Forward” Acts 1:12-14 We are at a moment in time where the Disciples have spent time with Jesus and witnessed His ascension into the heavens. What do they do now? Wayne Logan (a preacher friend) said to me once, “I’m going to do what I know to do until I know what to do.” There are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Forward PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Encourage believers to step out in faith and courage, trusting in God's promise of His presence and the power of His Word, to accomplish the impossible tasks He calls us to.

Good morning, Church family. A.W. Tozer once wrote, "God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we plan only the things we can do by ourselves." Isn't that a profound statement? It's easy to get caught up in the things we can do, isn't it? But what about the things ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Topics: Courage

Fail Forward PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

This sermon encourages believers to persevere in faith, forgive others, and promote love, living a life worthy of God's calling and maintaining unity in the Spirit.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as individuals, but as a collective body, united in our faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We come together, not as perfect beings, but as flawed individuals, saved by grace and striving each day to walk in the path that God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Topics: Believers Let Down

Forward Together! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of unity, purpose, and overcoming divisions in building a strong, mature body of believers as instructed in Ephesians 4:1-15. Key

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to be standing here with you today, in the house of our Lord, ready to unwrap the divine message that He has prepared for us. We are gathered here to open our hearts and minds to His word, to let it seep into our souls, and to let it guide us on the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-15

Topics: Forward Together, One Vision, Church

Pressing On Despite The Circumstances

Contributed by Bruce Smith on Jul 21, 2001

You may be going through a winter but SPRING IS ON THE WAY!

PRESSING ON DESPITE THE CIRCUMSTANCES INTRODUCTION: During the week Elaine and I attended a Pastors Prayer meeting As each one was sharing their needs we would be in prayer for those needs When it came to our fellowship Elaine and I were sharing how many in the fellowship had been under attack ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16, Philippians 2:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Rescue #4: Let's Go!

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 30, 2013

Sometimes we find ourselves stuck in life, and we can choose to either retreat, stay where we are, or go forward. God calls us to arise and go forward!

THE RESCUE #4: LET’S GO! OPENING JOKE: While on maternity leave, a woman from our office brought in her new bundle of joy. She also had her seven-year-old son with her. Everyone gathered around the baby, and the little boy asked, "Mommy, can I have some money to buy a soda?" "What do you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-9

Denomination: *other

I'm Pressing On

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 7, 2017

This is a New Year message focused on our decision to move beyond our past to press towards the goal within our future. It asks the reader to consider the impact of past failures on our present and future plans.

I’m Pressing On Scriptures: Philippians 3:8-14; 4:13 We have entered into a new year that represents a year of change for our lives. This year represents the first year of the rest of our lives. This statement will make more sense shortly. The title of my message this morning is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pressing Toward The Prize Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 12, 2022

Our lives are going someplace - and it’s a good thing to keep our eyes on the destination so we stay on track.

Pressing On Toward the Prize Philippians 3:1-16 Introduction Our lives are going someplace - and it’s a good thing to keep our eyes on the destination so we stay on track. Yogi Berra “You got to be careful if you don't know where you're going, because you might not get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pressing On Toward Maturity Series

Contributed by Craig Simonian on Jun 8, 2001

Philippian 3:10-14

PRESSING ON TOWARD MATURITY Phil 3:10-14 Back in college, I had the privilege of meeting a man who had served as a missionary in Iran for 42 years… Dr. William Miller. He had spoken at Urbana and had come to our campus as part of a follow-up conference. That chance meeting turned into a good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Pressing On For Jesus' Sake PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the Christian journey of perseverance through suffering, drawing inspiration from Apostle Paul's unwavering commitment to Christ in Philippians 3:10-14.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you today, to share in the warmth of fellowship and the nourishment of God's Word. We are gathered here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters in Christ, united by the same Spirit, the same faith, and the same hope. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Topics: Resurrection, Power