Sermons on Release The Past:

Celebrating Fellowship

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 27, 2007

Celebration of the past year at our Annual Picnic

Celebrating Fellowship 1 John 1:6-7 Introduction This morning we are gathered here at Confederate Park to fellowship together and rejoice on what God has been doing over the past year. A gathering such as an annual picnic is more than just a time to eat and play games, but I believe it is a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I See The Lord

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 13, 2007

Sometimes our vision of God is obscured by the past.

April 15, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Isaiah 6:1-13 Subject: A Vision of God Title: I See The Lord Last summer I did a series called “Why we believe what we believe.” It focused on the sixteen fundamental doctrines that we adhere to. If you will remember, at that time I challenged you to study ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rebuilding The Temple

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 29, 2013

Past glories, present disappointments, and future glory.

REBUILDING THE TEMPLE. Haggai 2:9. BACKGROUND: King David wanted to build the LORD a house, but the time was not right (1 Chronicles 28:3): David's son would build the LORD's house (2 Samuel 7:12-13). Before his death, David appointed the masons, prepared iron and brass, received the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now Is Imperative Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019

Your past is fundamental to who you are.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. God holds your “time” in His hands. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Heb. 13:8). “I am (He) . . . who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty” (Rev. 1:8). 2. It’s never too early to start. a. Mozart at age 5 composed and performed before European ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8, Philippians 4:13, Luke 1:37, Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Telling Haggar Goodbye

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 11, 2017

Parting ways with the things that pertain to our past.

“Goodbye, Haggar” Genesis 16: 1-6 Philippians 3:13-15 Genesis 21: 9-14 Galations 4: 22-31 Goodbye to a woman and a son that I love? In the text Father Abraham is dealing with trouble in the home, trouble in the camp, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Back And Forth

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Oct 27, 2013

Jesus is the Savior of our past , present and future!

Quotes: “When boiled down to its essence, unforgiveness is hatred.” - John R. Rice “To err is human, to forgive, divine.” - Alexander Pope, An Essay on Criticism “Forgiveness is not an occasional act, it is a constant attitude.” - Martin Luther King ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-51

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Veterans Gave, Were, Or Are Prepared To Give All

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Nov 10, 2019

A tribute to our military veterans past and present

Devotion November 11, 2019 John 15:13 Our Veterans Gave or Were Prepared to Give ALL Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Amazing Grace. Ephesians 2:8-9

Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 29, 2025

A message from the past for our present time.

Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to receive the incorruptible, Indestructible ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Throughout All Generations

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 4, 2025

The past “1000 Days” have been exciting.

Throughout All Generations “16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Almost Finished Well

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 2, 2007

This is a sermon reflecting on the past year and on the need to finish well in the Lord.

1 Kings 12:1-13:29 I Almost Finished Well, In the Lord 1/23/2000 1 Kings 12:25-33 1 Corin. 9:24-27 Our year has come to an end. How many of us have started on a project in 2006 with great expectations of what we were going to do, only to have that project sit around and eventually left ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Winning The Prize!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Sep 29, 2017

"Why were the former days better than these?" You do not move ahead by constantly looking in a rear view mirror. The past is a rudder to guide you, not an anchor to drag you. We must learn from the past but not live in the past

WINNING THE PRIZE! Philippians 3:13-14 (KJV) Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Handling Life's Struggles Series

Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002

Life has tremendous pressures and trials, yet Peter had learned how to respond to release God’s power in his trials.

1 Peter 1:10-25 VCC August 9, 1998 Handling Life’s Struggles Introduction Peter is written to those who were going through all kinds of trials (1:6) Many go through life’s struggles relying on their own power, their own resources, their own strength, but God has not designed us to go through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-25, John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Anointing Breaks The Yoke Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 14, 2025

The anointing is a powerful force that not only empowers us but also destroys the yokes that seek to hold us captive. Whether it is the yoke of sin, oppression, fear, or demonic influence, the anointing has the power to break it.

THE ANOINTING BREAKS THE YOKE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 10:27 Supporting Texts: 1 John 2:20, Luke 4:18, Acts 10:38, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 INTRODUCTION: The anointing is a powerful force in the life of a believer. It is the presence and power of the Holy Spirit that equips, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 10:27, 1 John 2:20, Luke 4:18, Acts 10:38, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Free To Forgive

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 14, 2025

Forgiveness releases your heart from the prison of bitterness and opens the door to God’s healing, mercy, freedom, and restored relationships.

INTRO – THE HARDEST COMMAND AND THE SWEETEST FREEDOM There are certain things Jesus says that sound beautiful when you read them on the page… and then they hit like a hammer when you realize He means them. “Love your enemies.” “Bless those who curse you.” “Pray for those who despitefully use ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:23-32, Matthew 18:21-35, Matthew 6:14-15, Luke 6:36, Colossians 3:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Emmanuel Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 23, 2004

Part 1 of 4 in series on The Passion, suffering of Jesus Christ in connection with release of new movie directed by Mel Gibson

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family & friendships ------------------------------------------- February 22, 2004 "BEHOLD, THE VIRGIN SHALL BE WITH CHILD AND SHALL BEAR A SON, AND THEY SHALL CALL HIS NAME IMMANUEL," which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: United Methodist