Sermons on Reflecting The Past:

Settle Your Disputes Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 25, 2022

Settle your differences with other believers because of your future, your present, and your past.

In 1904, Argentina and Chile celebrated the resolution of a border dispute, which nearly brought the two countries to war. They celebrated with a large statue of Christ erected high in the Andes on the border between their two countries. They called the statue, "Christ the Redeemer of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11, Matthew 19:28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lessons From Failure Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 21, 2024

When you have failed, appreciate the past, stay faithful in the present, and trust God for the future.

Several years ago, Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Bob Patterson described one of his pitches, which the Cincinnati Reds' Barry Larkin hit for a game-winning home run: “It was a cross between a screwball and a change-up. It was a screw-up” (Wall Street Journal, 7/9/96; Leadership, Vol. 17, no.3; ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-25, Hebrews 11:23, Acts 7:22, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

We Need 50/20 Vision - Genesis 50 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Sep 24, 2021

Every one of us has past events that have the potential to rob us of vibrant life.

Every one of us has past events that have the potential to rob us of vibrant life. Now I'm going to say that again. Every one of us has past events in our lives that have the potential to rob us of vitality in our lives. I'll just give you some examples. You can put in what you need for ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace Beyond Understanding: Transformed By Trust In God Philippians 4:6-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024

Delve into the profound truth of finding peace through trust in God, as we reflect on Philippians 4:6-7.

Peace Beyond Understanding: Transformed by Trust in God Philippians 4:6-7 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of finding peace through trust in God, as we reflect on Philippians 4:6-7. Philippians 4:6-7 (NLT): "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 6:25-27, Psalm 100:4, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Word Breakers & Will Benders Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Oct 1, 2015

How we talk and interface our will with the will of others says something about our Father in heaven. Our words, promises, and intents reflect on people’s view of God. God desires an accurate reflection of Himself in and through us.

Word Breakers & Will Benders Matthew 5:33-37 33 "Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but keep the oaths you have made to the Lord.' 34 But I tell you, Do not swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; 35 or by the earth, for it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Stairway To Heaven Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Dec 9, 2009

The Tower of Babel reflects a desire that we still have today, to be independent of God and focus on human achievement.

When I was a teenager one of the most popular songs out there was a classic by that wonderful, very non-Christian rock band Led Zepplin, it was called “Stairway to Heaven”. There have been few songs in history that have been listened to under the fog of marajuana more than this one. Fortunately ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-32

A Love Affair With Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 27, 2008

50th in a series from Ephesians. How marriage reflects the love between Jesus and His body, the church.

Donald Grey Barnhouse was the pastor of the Tenth Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from 1927 until his death in 1960. Early in his ministry he read Revelation 13:8 which described Jesus as the “Lamb that was slain from the creation of the world”. His observation about that passage, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Baptist

Forgetting What Lies Behind PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Encourage us to let go of our past, strive for a future in Christ, and live in the hope and righteousness that comes from faith in Him.

Good morning, family! As we gather this fine Sunday morning, we're going to dig into a challenging yet uplifting passage from the book of Philippians. I'm reminded of a quote from Oswald Chambers, "Leave the broken, irreversible past in God’s hands, and step out into the invincible future with ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Topics: Forgetting, Pressing Forward

Betwixt And Between (Sunday After Christmas And Before New Year)

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Dec 19, 2024

The Sunday between Christmas and the New Year can be quiet and reflective. Here is a sermon I've prepared for such a Sunday

The phrase "betwixt and between" is an old-fashioned or literary expression that means being in an intermediate or transitional state—neither fully one thing nor the other. It describes a situation of uncertainty, ambiguity, or being caught in the middle. One such example is the days ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-38

Closer To God, Closer To One Another

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 23, 2013

This is the theme of our small group ministry. This sermon is a celebration and review of lessons in Genesis from this past eleven week series.

Dan Chambers is a Christian whose parents attend Mountain Creek Church of Christ. Dan has written a book entitled Churches in the shape of Scripture. In it, he explains several of the distinctive practices of the churches of Christ and why these practices matter. He has made it easy to read with ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anniversary PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023

Encourages Christians to embrace their past, live in the present, and strive for their future, guided by God's Word and His promised heavenly reward.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I am thrilled to be standing before you today. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family united by our faith. We are here to share in the love of our Heavenly Father and to seek His wisdom. Our Scripture passage today comes from the book of Philippians, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Topics: Pressing On

Forgiveness 101 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of forgiveness, challenging us to extend grace to others as a reflection of God's forgiveness towards us.

Welcome, dear family in Christ, to another blessed opportunity to gather together, to unite our hearts in the love of God, and to find nourishment for our souls in His Word. We're here today, not by accident, but by His divine appointment. We are here to meet with God, to learn from Him, and to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48, Matthew 18:21-22

Topics: Forgiveness

Forged For Unity Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 15, 2019

When we Conform to Christian Standards of Right and Wrong, we develop a personal Character that reflects Jesus to the world.

Last week, we opened the new series called Forged by reviewing our alternative worldview presented by Paul in the statement “we preach Christ crucified” and I would add resurrected, ascended and scheduled to return again to collect his adopted sons and daughters. This week we continue the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Humility Of Jesus At Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Reflect on the humble beginnings of Jesus, emphasize His humanity and divinity, and encourage us to share God's love with the world.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in this sacred space, a refuge from the world, where we can find solace in the Word of God and fellowship with one another. As we come together today, we stand on the precipice of a story that has the power to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Topics: Humility, Jesus's Birth

All Things New PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Explores the promise of new beginnings in Christ, emphasizing God's ability to renew our hearts, minds, and spirits regardless of our past.

Hey everyone, I'm so thrilled to have you all here today. We're about to get into something really exciting. I've got a feeling that today's sermon is going to touch your hearts and minds in a special way. We're going to be talking about new beginnings, fresh starts, and the incredible promise that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Topics: Fresh Starts