Sermons on Pushing Limits:

Stretch

Contributed by Arnold Anoya on Mar 1, 2007

Success is not a magic nor a work of a genius but success is due to our stretching to the challenges of life.

Like rubber bands, our personalities, talents, and gifts are different. We are not effective unless we are stretched. There’s no person who comes into the world fully equipped for success. Success is not a magic nor a work of a genius but success is due to our stretching to the challenges of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Obedience Must Follow The Experience Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Nov 1, 2006

From a series in the book of Mark...This sermon is a look at the importance of obedience to the Lord AFTER He answers our prayers

"Obedience Must Follow the Experience" Mark 1:40-45 This morning, we will break this passage down in four sections: 1. The CRY FOR AN EXPERIENCE 2. A COMPASSIONATE DELIVERANCE 3. A COMMAND FOR OBEDIENCE 4. The CALAMITY OF DISOBEDINCE First, let?s take a look at the central character in this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Father's Dilemma

Contributed by Troy Mason on Dec 22, 2001

How one man came to know Jesus Christ.

A Father’s Dilemma Mark 9:14-29 Introduction: This story is about a father who came to know Christ. He did not do it alone, nor did he do without reservation. His story is a model for many of us. NLT “…Help me not to doubt.” WE “…Help me to believe more.” I. Desperation – This father was sunk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast

Contributed by Teresa Vinson on Jul 31, 2008

This sermon gives forms and purposes of fasting.

Forms of Fasting 1) Normal Fasting - abstaining from all forms of food, solid or liquid; but not from water. Jesus fasted 40 days Matt 4:2 2) Absolute Fast - abstainging from both food and water. Saul after being smitten by the light fasted three days with neither food or water. Acts 9:9 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From Haggai

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 28, 2011

From the Prophet Haggai and the Nation of Judah we learn some solemn lessons for time and eternity.

TEXT: HAGGAI TITLE: LESSONS FROM HAGGAI #1. UNFAITHFULNESS TO THE LORD HAS SEVERE CONSEQUENCES: [1:2; 2:2] A. Rebuild [1:2] B. Residue [2:2] These two words show us the severe consequences Judah had suffered for their unfaithfulness to the Lord. The Babylonians had destroyed their Temple and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Building A Relationship That Lasts Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

This sermon assists couples who want a marriage that will stand the test of time.

INTRODUCTION • Philippians 2:2-5, “…living in harmony, and keeping one purpose in mind...be concerned about the interests of others...” I. LOYALTY IS A LOST CAUSE • Studies tell us those who stay in marriage are the ones who win in the end. • Reality is very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Role Of Children

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 4, 2008

The children who have not learned to obey their parents, those who are God’s representatives in the family, will never ever learn to obey God.

The Old and New Testament both say that the children have only one responsibility in the family- • To obey their parents God has intervened twice directly – what He would have children do? (i) The first time He revealed to Moses about 3,400 years ago. He gave the 10 Commandments, in which He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Yoke And The Burden

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 13, 2013

What does it mean that Jesus imposes a light yoke and easy burden?

The short passage we just heard from St. Matthew can be interpreted on many levels, but I’d like to focus on what the original meaning probably was. The image given is of a pair of oxen, tied together with a heavy wooden yoke, and harnessed to a plow. Jesus promises a yoke that is easier, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Catholic

Be On The Alert

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 30, 2012

Be ready; no one knows when Jesus is coming back.

Be On the Alert October 12, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Be ready; no one knows when Jesus is coming back. Focus Passage: Matthew 24:36-51 Supplemental Passage: Rev 22:7 "And behold, I am coming quickly. Blessed is he who heeds the words of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51

Denomination: Baptist

Flow With The Situations To Deliver Jesus To All

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 31, 2018

No matter where you find yourself or what you find yourself in, preach Jesus to all around you or within your reach

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: FLOW WITH THE SITUATIONS TO DELIVER JESUS TO ALL Acts 8:4-8 King James Version (KJV) 4 Therefore they that were scattered abroad went every where preaching the word. 5 Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria, and preached Christ unto ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:4-8

Denomination: Charismatic

Go Find A Wife: A Christian Approach To Goal-Setting.

Contributed by Jack Brooks on Sep 28, 2020

In Genesis 24, we read the story of the servant's search for a wife for Isaac. There are historical incidentals here that don't apply to us today. But there are timeless principles that apply to discerning and achieving our goals, under the hand of God.

The full video message can be found, starting at about the 210-minute mark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOzKvRnUXto&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR0EmZatkbKgmzJQfsooE5rApGT4suxEUAGusPAy1oBnuKeP54fcOTeiFho Not everything we read the Bible characters do are rules for Christians in modern ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Love God

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 3, 2014

LOVING GOD

LOVE GOD Mark 18:28-30 “28 One of the teachers of the law came and heard them debating. Noticing that Jesus had given them a good answer, he asked him, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?” 29 “The most important one,” answered Jesus, “is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 18:28-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Purpose Of Christian Witness And Mission

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 11, 2014

Preaching AHEAD of Jesus' coming to a place and people.

THE PURPOSE OF CHRISTIAN WITNESS AND MISSION. Matthew 11:1. Matthew 11:1 really belongs to the end of Matthew 10. In this verse we discover the whole purpose of Christian witness and mission. The places to which - and more importantly the people to whom - the Lord is sending His disciples are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guarding Your Blessings And Identity Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2025

The Bible provides guidance on how to protect our blessings and identity from those who might seek to steal them.

In a world filled with challenges and uncertainties, it's essential to recognize the threats that can compromise our spiritual well-being and sense of self. The Bible provides guidance on how to protect our blessings and identity from those who might seek to steal them. The Enemy's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 1:5

It’s Time To Move On Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Dec 31, 2021

Past mistakes, failures and heartaches can be debilitating. We tend to either deny our past or try to compensate for our past. But neither resolve the damaging effects of our past. We need to move on. But how?

“Remember not the former things, neither consider the things of old.” Isaiah 43:18 LEAVE THE PAST BEHIND - If you hope to make progress in this new year, then you must leave last year behind. The past is over and done with. Don’t dwell on what could have been or should have been. It is what ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18, Philippians 3:13, James 4:7, Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational