Sermons on Processes Of Restoration:

Joel Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 9, 2025

God warns us because he loves us.

The Story of Us Joel March 13, 2025 Joel 2:1-2 NIV “Blow the trumpet in Zion; sound the alarm on my holy hill. Let all who live in the land tremble, for the day of the LORD is coming. It is close at hand— 2 a day of darkness and gloom, a day of clouds and blackness. Like dawn spreading across the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:1-2, Joel 2:12-13, Joel 2:29, Joel 2:32, Acts 2:1-4, Joel 3:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Come Home

Contributed by George Noble on Apr 11, 2025

We are living in a time when pews once filled with laughter, prayer, and praise now sit quieter than they used to. Where are the people? Where are the families we used to see every Sunday? The friends we used to hug? The children we watched grow up? Where is everyone?

We are living in a time when pews once filled with laughter, prayer, and praise now sit quieter than they used to. Where are the people? Where are the families we used to see every Sunday? The friends we used to hug? The children we watched grow up? Where is everyone? Let’s be real: The pandemic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of The Ascension Of Jesus

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 8, 2025

When Jesus ascended into Heaven, it marks a new beginning of His ministry on earth. Jesus would once again be seated in His position of Authority, enthroned with all his former glory. The Holy Spirit would empower the Apostles to be Jesus' witnesses to the world

Sermon -The Benefits of the Ascension of Jesus Scripture - Acts 1:6-11 “Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11, John 16:7

Denomination: Methodist

"god Uses Broken Vessels."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Feb 7, 2023

Jeremiah's visit to the potter's house was a transformative experience that helped him overcome challenges and become a leader. By observing the potter's careful mastery of his craft, Jeremiah learned valuable lessons about perseverance which will help us in our Christian pilgrimage.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (2 Timothy 2: 20, 21) (20) "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and of silver, but also of wood and of earth; and some to honor, and some to dishonor." (21) " If a man ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, Jeremiah 18:1-6, Isaiah 64:8, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 12:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Open Eyes And Believing Hearts" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 14, 2003

What starts the process of seeing eyes and believing hearts?

Easter Sunday Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist Churches April 23, 2000 “Open Eyes and Believing Hearts” John 20:1-18 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: If you were asked to describe this Easter without using any words--just using only punctuation marks, what punctuation mark would you choose? ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

26. Who Is Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 4, 2018

Out of pure love and at great cost, the Son of God joined humanity in order to redeem it

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 26 – WHO IS JESUS CHRIST?] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, John 1:14, Philippians 2:6-7, John 5:30

Denomination: Christian Church

"we Are Filled With Joy"

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 11, 2021

A message about joy in the midst of adversity - and especially the aging process.

Text: Psalm 126 -- A song of Ascents. Subject: How Can I Have Joy While Weeping? Complement: Because Of Past Victories! Big Idea: The Past Provides Joy for Today And bright Hope For tomorrow. Preaching Idea: “We Are Filled With Joy.” Introduction: Let’s talk about the elephant in the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Back To The Future

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 20, 2009

Although much of Jeremiah prophecy was about impending judgment upon Judah and Jerusalem, they also included a call for national repentance and the promise of possible restoration. It is easy to sit around and talk about the good ole days, especially, whe

Subject: Back to The Future Text: Jeremiah 6:16, 17 “Thus says the LORD: "Stand by the roads, and look, and ask for the ancient paths, where the good way is; and walk in it, and find rest for your souls. But they said, ’We will not walk in it. I set watchmen over you, saying, ’Give heed to the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

Abram To The Rescue

Contributed by Mike Honzell on Feb 17, 2002

restoring fallen believers

ABRAM TO THE RESCUE Genesis 14: 12-24 INTRODUCTION: A. Lot is a classic example of a carnal or worldly believer 1. We know that Lot was saved a. II Peter calls him a righteous man who’s soul was vexed by what he saw in Sodom b. It is possible to be saved and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

Mindset

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 27, 2014

MINDSET IS CRITICAL FOR RESTORATION.

MINDSET OBSERVATION: NEHEMIAH WAS A HIGH OFFICIAL UNDER THE RULE OF KING ARTAXERXES 1 IN THE CAPITAL CITY OF SUSA, NOW MODERN IRAN. THIS KING ALLOWED HIM TO RETURN TO HIS HOMELAND AND REPAIR THE BROKEN DOWN WALLS SURROUNDING JERUSALEM. HE ENCOUNTERED OPPOSITION BY PAGAN TRIBES IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:6

Denomination: Baptist

Like Paul And John We Are Prophets Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 20, 2023

Restoring the prophetic voice.

Solemnity of John the Baptist 2023 St. Paul knew how to approach the Jews and the Gentiles who had an interest in the Jewish faith as he went through Asian Minor and Greece to spread the Gospel of Christ. So we see him in today’s story from Acts coming to the local synagogue on Shabat, Saturday. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6, Acts 13:22-26, Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Catholic

Catalytic Converters

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 24, 2001

We are to act as catalysts in the perfection process of fellow believers.

"Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him; Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins" (James 5:19, 20). "And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20, Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

If It Ain't Broke......then Break It.

Contributed by Dean Kennedy on Oct 23, 2002

A look at brokenness and how God wants us to be broken and turn to him for restoration. And from that restoration, we will become much stronger.

Good morning, So how many of you have heard the cliché…"if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it"…? Most people tend to abide by that with the exception of boys between 2 and 6. My youngest son, Dylan, fell into this category. And he still does to a certain extent. When he was 3 or 4, we were visiting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:17-19, Luke 7:36-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who's Job Is It Anyway Series

Contributed by Paul Durbin on Feb 16, 2003

We cooperate with God in the process of our personal sanctification

Whose Job is it Anyway? I. Psychologists say one of the primary causes of conflict in households involves dispute over what’s generally called division of labor. A. diapers. You’ve been there . . . 1. We’ve been dealing with now for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformation

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 22, 2002

How do we begin the process of personal change?

If you take one of the bulletins and turn over the flap, you’ll see a list of eight "core values". These core values identify what we’re about as a church. They describe our basic identity, our DNA. And like DNA, which is found in every cell of the body, our intent is that we would see these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18, 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist