Sermons on Rat Race:

Trading In The Old Man For The New Man Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 10, 2014

Knowing Christ means a change from the way things were or would be without him. Putting off the old man and putting on the new man applies to us as both as individuals and as part of the household of faith.

Trading in the Old Man for the New Man (Colossians 3:10-11) 1. This story teaches us a lot about our nature. A retired man moves near a junior high school. He spends the first few weeks of retirement in peace and quiet. However, when a new school year begins, three young boys beat on every trash ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Loving Your Neighbor As Yourself

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Oct 3, 2014

LOVING ONE ANOTHER

“Loving Your Neighbor as Yourself” Luke 10:25-37 “25 On one occasion an expert in the law stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26 “What is written in the Law?” he replied. “How do you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Suffering To Glory

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Jul 19, 2017

We will all suffer for we live in a decaying world. Many will persecute Christians simply because they hated Jesus. Regardless, we must look ahead for to be glorified because the time for suffering won't last.

Do we know and understand that God’s creation has/is patiently been waiting for God’s elect? They have been waiting for a long time, in fact for more than a couple millennium. They are waiting for us to join them. They are waiting for the curse to be over. Who then is waiting for us? The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: *other

I Will Ever Be True

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Feb 8, 2021

The concluding verse of the song, “The Old Rugged Cross,” contains a commitment to follow Christ in this life and looks forward to life with Him in eternity.

Hebrews 12:2 (KJV) Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. The concluding verse of the song, “The Old Rugged Cross,” contains a commitment to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2, Isaiah 53:3-5, Hebrews 12:1, 1 Peter 4:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

There Are Icebergs Out Trere

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019

WATCH OUT, ICEBERGS

There are Icebergs out there (Mark 4:35-41) Intro: Disciples on the sea facing a terrible storm Text : Mark 4:35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, "Let us go over to the other side." Mark 4:36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Mean To Appeal For The Useful?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 7, 2024

An example of grace in how it demonstrates the action of true Christian fellowship.

Paul wrote this letter as a plea for a runaway slave of Philemon’s named Onesimus. He had stolen from Philemon then ran away to Rome where he met Paul. Subsequently he accepted Christ as his Savior, so Paul was writing this letter as he was sending Onesimus back to Philemon, but he wanted Philemon ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Forget The Past--Reach For What Lies Ahead Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

Credentials won't do. Status won't do. Nothing will suffice our deepest spiritual need: to know God and be known by Him. Paul says it's a constant pursuit.

I. Intro: Backstage at the circus, motivational speaker Jim Donovan noticed that the elephants were kept in place by nothing stronger than a thin rope that tied one leg to a stake in the ground. Puzzled, Donovan asked one of the trainers what prevented these powerful animals from just snapping the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Becoming Prepared

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 31, 2023

Jesus prepared his disciples to receive the Holy Spirit. We also need a preparation period to understand the gift of the Holy Spirit which we receive through baptism.

Becoming Prepared John 20:19-23 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 20:19 So when it was evening on that day, the first day of the week, and when the doors were shut where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “1bPeace be with you.” 20 And ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Wait Here PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages embracing patience, perseverance, and persistence as spiritual disciplines to deepen our faith and align ourselves with God's will.

Welcome, beloved friends, to another day of divine discourse, another opportunity to gather under the banner of the Most High, to share in the nourishment of His Word. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in a topic that, I believe, is vital for our spiritual growth and maturity. These are not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4, Isaiah 40:31

Topics: Waiting, Trust, Renewal

Growing Through Trials James 1:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 10, 2024

James 1:3 speaks directly to the transformative power of trials and challenges in our lives. Let us explore how we can grow and be transformed by truth through the trials we face.

Growing Through Trials James 1:3 Introduction: Today, we delve into a profound passage of Scripture found in James 1:3. This verse speaks directly to the transformative power of trials and challenges in our lives. Let us explore how we can grow and be transformed by truth through the trials we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3, 1 Peter 1:7, Romans 5:3-4, Psalm 66:10, Hebrews 10:36, Hebrews 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 2 Peter 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Shortcut To Heaven

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

The shortcut many seek often ends in destruction. Therefore, every believer must understand that eternal life is accessed through the prescribed path of holiness, truth, and unwavering faith in Christ.

NO SHORTCUT TO HEAVEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:13-14 Supporting Texts: John 14:6, Hebrews 12:14, 2 Timothy 2:19, Revelation 21:27, Romans 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: In a world driven by shortcuts, rapid results, and instant gratification, many are tempted to carry this same mindset ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Loving The World And The Things Of The World

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

Scripture warns us clearly that the love of the world is in direct opposition to the love of the Father. When we become overly attached to the world, our spiritual sensitivity begins to die slowly.

THE DANGER OF LOVING THE WORLD AND THE THINGS OF THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 2:15-17 (KJV) "Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Upside-Down Kingdom Of Christ

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 29, 2025

This sermon delves into teaching of Jesus Christ: The first will be last, and the last will be first.

Introduction: The Race to Be First Church, have you ever noticed how obsessed the world is with being first? Think of school days: the first honor, the valedictorian, the one with the medal around their neck. Parents clap the loudest when their child is first. Even at children’s parties, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Guidepost Four – Image Of God Vs. Modern Identity Wars Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Human worth is received from God, marred by sin, and renewed in Christ; true identity is found in His image, not cultural labels.

Introduction – The Question Beneath Every Question In every century people have asked, Who am I? The wording changes—What defines me? Where do I belong? How do I find my true self?—but the ache is ancient. Today it comes with new intensity. Debates about gender, race, achievement, sexuality, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Colossians 3:1-12, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 2:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Walking In God’s Purpose For Your Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025

Every human being is created with a divine purpose. God does not create anyone without a reason.

WALKING IN GOD’S PURPOSE FOR YOUR LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4–10 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28–30, Proverbs 19:21, Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 46:10, Psalm 138:8 INTRODUCTION: Every human being is created with a divine purpose. God does not create anyone without a reason. You ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God