Sermons on Progressed:

The Victorious Christian Life

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 12, 2004

A Sermon from the book of Joshua about the victorious Christian life. The conquest of Canaan is a picture of the Spiritual warfare of the believer.

SUCCESS IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE Hebrews 6:4-6 and Joshua 1 Introduction – Read Heb. 6:4-6 Here is a portion of Scripture that you don’t hear preached about in Baptist churches very often. The key to understanding this passage is to realize that it’s subject is not salvation. The Lord is speaking to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Change Of Status

Contributed by James W Hare on Jul 27, 2013

Despite the crippling conditions that we may find ourselves in, thank God for the positive possibilities for things to change.

A Change of Status Galatians 3:15-18:41-7 Despite the crippling conditions that we may find ourselves in, thank God for the positive possibilities for things to change. Irrespective of a history that once hampered, or a present predicament that may seem to impede progress, or a future that looks ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Relate With Your Haters

Contributed by John Macaulay on Jun 7, 2021

A Christlike approach to dealing with lovers and haters

HOW TO RELATE WITH YOUR HATERS (A Christlike approach) Matthew 10:22-23 NLT And all NATIONS WILL HATE YOU BECAUSE YOU ARE MY FOLLOWERS. But everyone who endures to the end will be saved. When you are persecuted in one town, flee to the next. I tell you the truth, the Son of Man will return before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22-23, Luke 6:22

From Trials To Wisdom - James 1:4-6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 20, 2020

Exactly how does suffering produce perseverance?

James 1:1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 Perseverance must ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4-6

Trying Times - "Don't Think On Anything Else" Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jul 7, 2013

A comparative: Reflections of modern lifestyles in struggles with sufferings and colloquial neighborhood sayings and Christ Jesus, in early days lifestyles in struggles with sufferings and tribal sayings.

Trying Times - “DON'T THINK ON ANYTHING ELSE” by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013, 6/15/2013, 6/18/2013, 6/22/2013, 6/29/2013, 7/6/2013) “And it came to pass, when they had brought them forth abroad, that he said, Escape for thy life; look not behind thee, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-38

Denomination: Friends

Swimming Upstream, Chasing After Holiness Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Sep 26, 2019

It this message we will talk about what it means to pursue holiness. A pursuit we are all called to take as Jesus-followers.

Swimming Upstream Chasing After A Life Of Holiness #setapartforChrist Bumper Video (switchfoot) The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give them a rich and satisfying life. – John 10:10 I keep working toward that day when I will finally be all that Jesus saved me ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:13-19, Romans 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should We Change The Way We Do Church?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 23, 2023

The decline in North American Christianity is prompting various efforts to revise the way we do church. Some of these efforts are clearly counterproductive. Acts 2:42-47 reveals eight practices that must be incorporated in any church model.

Should we change the way we do church? That question is being asked by a lot of people in America. Something is not working as it should. Almost everyone agrees on that. For the first time in U.S. history, church membership fell below the majority according to a Gallup poll conducted in 2020. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:20, Matthew 16:18, Matthew 28:18-20, Zechariah 4:6, 2 Chronicles 12:9-10, 2 Peter 2:17-21, Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Glorifying God Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 21, 2018

If you are not saved yet, you need to come and see the Savior. If you are saved, it’s time to leave and share the Savior with others.

Glorifying God Luke 2:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill December 22-23, 2018 I came across a report out of Ludington, Michigan describing how a church just unveiled its new Sleep Number seating for congregants, becoming the first church in the nation to offer personalized, adjustable sleep options for members. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Two Scary Words That Could Change Your Life Forever - 2 Peter 1:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on May 13, 2025

Are You Truly Effective for Christ? How would you define an impactful, productive life? Peter gives a definition that wouldn’t even occur to most people. But it’s a definition that gives hope to everyone, regardless of your age, health, skills, or any other factor.

2 Peter 1:5 For this very reason, having made every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 8 For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:8

Having Courage To Advance The Gospel

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jun 3, 2001

An expository message

Philippians 1:19-30 (RSV) 1:19 Yes, & I shall rejoice. For I know that through your prayers & the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, 1:20 as it is my eager expectation & hope that I shall not be at all ashamed, but that with full courage now as always Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting God For The Future Of Our Church Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Feb 28, 2008

This sermon encourages our church to trust the promises of God in reaping a harvest of milk and honey even with two different perspectives in the church.

As I review this past year in the life of our church, it is apparent that God has been speaking to us in a language of promise just as He did with the people of Israel. I did not review the past year from a standpoint of what went wrong and what went right. No instead I reviewed this year from a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Correcting Our Definitions Of Wealth

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Feb 21, 2012

Paul wrote to the Corinthians saying that Jesus shed the the riches of His own glory and authority, impoverished Himself to make us rich. Is this wealth real or imagined?

Pastor Dan Little The Landmark Church February 19, 2012 email: adfontes.djl@gmail.com ............................................................................................................................................ Riches! Real or Imagined? 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37-50

Denomination: *other

Unfolding Your Blessing Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2014

Timing & personal connections play an important role in your personal destiny (Being in the right place and with the right people).

Discovering Your Destiny Series Seven Sermons from the Book of Ruth (Inspired from Perry Stone’s Book, Lay It On Me) July 27, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Timing & personal connections play an important role in your personal destiny (Being in the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching For The Prize 1 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 19, 2023

I think Apostle Paul must have loved athletics and he uses it in his writings. The analogy is that of a runner who is running to win so that he might gain the prize.

INTRODUCTION The theme here is reaching for the prize. I think Apostle Paul must have loved athletics and he uses it in his writings. The analogy is that of a runner who is running to win so that he might gain the prize. Paul is talking about Christian efforts toward growth. Many believers live a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7, Philippians 3:8, 2 Peter 3:18, Philippians 3:14, Philippians 3:12, 2 Timothy 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Press On!

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jul 29, 2023

This is an expository sermon in a series from Philippians.

Title: “Press On!” Scripture: Phil. 3:12-14 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 7-30-23 Intro: Michael Jordan was cut from his high school basketball team — a heartbreaking experience for any teenager. Then he became one of the greatest basketball players in the history of the game. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible