Sermons on Reflecting The Past:

Whose Image Is This? Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 17, 2023

As followers of Christ, we are called to balance our earthly responsibilities with our heavenly ones, reflecting Jesus in our daily lives.

You know how Jesus was a pretty cool teacher, right? People were always asking Him questions, but some of them had sneaky plans. They wanted to trap Him and get Him out of the picture. In our story today, some religious big shots tried to trap Jesus by asking about paying taxes. But Jesus, being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Topics: Spiritual Separation, Worldly Desires, Divine Living, Secular Influence

Chosen Generation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Recognize and embrace the privilege of being chosen by God, and live our lives as a reflection of His love and goodness as part of a chosen generation.

Hey, everybody! We are so blessed to be gathered here today, and I'm really excited to talk to you about something that's been on my heart lately. You know, when we look around at our world today, it can sometimes feel like we're living in a time of chaos and confusion. It's easy to feel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Topics: Generation

Be Sure Your Choice Is Clear PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023

To emphasize the importance of consciously choosing to serve God, not just in words, but through our actions and decisions, reflecting our commitment to Him.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving into Joshua 24:15. This is one of those verses that you probably have on a plaque somewhere in your house, or maybe even tattooed on your arm. It's a popular one, and for good reason. It's all about choices - God's choice for us, our choice for God, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Topics: Choices

Oath PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2023

Explores how our trust in God is reflected in our words, honesty, and integrity, emphasizing the importance of these values in our daily lives.

Good morning, church family! It's so good to see all of your bright and shining faces today. We're going to be getting into a really important topic today, one that I believe will touch our hearts and challenge our daily walk. We're going to talk about the words we use, the honesty we carry, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Topics: Communication, Integrity

I Am. . .the Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 25, 2006

A series exploring the seven miracles, and seven "I Am" statements in the Gospel of John. This message reflects on Jesus statement that "I am the bread of life."

(Preview flow of sermon series – Miracles w/ “I Am” statements) Pick-up the reading in John 6:15 (read through verse 27). Jesus hasn’t made the significant “I am. . .” statement yet at this point, but He is leading up to it and has begun to refer to this food that endures forever. This thing ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-59

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Am. . .the Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 9, 2006

A series exploring the seven miracles, and seven "I Am" statements in the Gospel of John. This message reflects on Jesus statement that "I am the light of the world."

A few questions to get your minds thinking as we head in to today’s sermon. First one. . . Q: How many evolutionists does it take to change a light bulb? A: Just one but it will take a million years. Q: How many Psychiatrists does it take to change a light bulb? A: Only one, but the bulb has ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Love Of Christ

Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 10, 2010

We are proven His followers when the love our Master taught, practiced, and proved for us is reflected in our lives and shines through us to this world.

The Love of Christ 04/26/09 AM Text: Philippians 2:3-8 INTRODUCTION ILL: TV scene of spoiled rich kid (the one who has been given all the advantages but rebels against their parents.) We recognize this caricature of a person because we all feel that there should be reciprocity of goodness that a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peacemaking Owns The Future

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 16, 2010

Our dedication to arms-building reflects our personal insecurity and our lack of faith. God is Lord of History and efforts to make peace build His Kingdom.

Takoma Park Baptist Church, Washington, DC May 3, 1987 It’s a great gift to be self-contained, to be so secure within your own person that whatever is happening around you just does not get to you and shake you. It's a great gift to have the presence of mind to focus on what you need ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist

Remembrance Sunday And Our Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 8, 2023

Remembrance Sunday, which falls on the second Sunday of November in the United Kingdom, is a day dedicated to commemorating the sacrifices made by military personnel during the two World Wars and subsequent conflicts.

Title: "Remembrance Sunday and our Freedom in Christ" Point 1: Remembering Sacrifices On this Remembrance Sunday, we gather to honour and remember the sacrifices made by countless individuals in the line of duty. It's a time to pay our respects to those who fought for our freedom ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, 2 Corinthians 3:17, Hebrews 6:10, 1 Peter 2:16, Ephesians 4:32, Romans 15:13, 1 Corinthians 13:13, 1 Corinthians 16:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Free Yourself, From Yourself!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Nov 20, 2011

God is not interested in your past, He doesn’t want to see the syndicated reruns, He caught it the first time around. When the past seems to creep up on us, the accuser and you are the only ones who see it. You know what God sees? He only sees His

Free yourself, from Yourself Romans 8:31 MSG. 31-39. So, what do you think? With God on our side like this, how can we lose? If God didn't hesitate to put everything on the line for us, embracing our condition and exposing himself to the worst by sending his own Son, is there anything else he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Doing A New Thing

Contributed by Ralph Jenkins on Mar 21, 2025

Have you ever felt stuck in the past? Maybe in a pain, a failure, or even a past victory? Sometimes, we look for God to move exactly as He did before. But God says in Isaiah 43:19, “Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it?”

Sermon Title: “God Is Doing a New Thing” Text: Isaiah 43:1–19 Preacher: Dr. Ralph W. Jenkins Introduction: Have you ever felt stuck in the past? Maybe in a pain, a failure, or even a past victory? Sometimes, we look for God to move exactly as He did before. But God says in Isaiah 43:19, “Behold, I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit As Fire Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 20, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God presents Himself as fire. Fire has many positive and helpful effects that reflect the way the Holy Spirit works in our lives.

Introduction: A. This past week, our nation has watched in horror as parts of the city of Los Angeles were destroyed by wildfires. 1. As of the writing of this sermon on Thursday…25 people had died in the fires, 12,300 structures had been destroyed, and 100,000 people had been evacuated. B. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29, Matthew 3:11, Psalm 139:23-24, Zechariah 2:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

After The Party

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Jan 3, 2018

The party will end, the question is will your hope survive.

Intro Good morning Real Life… Happy New Year! My name is Curtis and I’m the Connections Director and it’s great to be here with you all this morning. So here we are… It’s almost the new year. You probably have one more party before the new year begins. Not sure how you guys are but I love this ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awesome Appreciation

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Nov 11, 2010

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on what God has done for us and to show Him An Awesome Appreciaiton for ALL He continues to do in our lives.

AWESOME APPRECIATION (ALL my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and ALL scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) This morning we will sit and have a wonderful Harvest Dinner together, we will eat to our heart’s content and we will be blessed by food and fellowship. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stumbling Blocks And Stepping Stones PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025

This sermon urges believers to choose love over judgment, removing obstacles for others and fostering a gentle, supportive community that reflects Christ’s kindness.

Friends, welcome. Take a breath. Let your shoulders drop a bit. I don’t know what you carried in today—opinions that feel heavy, tensions that won’t unwind, or that low ache that comes from wishing people saw things your way. Church can feel like a crowded dinner table where everyone brings a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13

Topics: Situations, Good, Detriment