Sermons on Renewal Of Mind:

Does Preaching Still Matter?

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 14, 2013

Ezra's sermon to a weary people brought them joy and renewed strength to serve the Lord. Preaching today is no different. God's Word will bring joy and delight to those who sincerely seek Him.

We have a new pulpit! Today is our first Sunday to share this new piece of furniture. It was carefully selected to replace our old pulpit which was built by Herb Perkins over 30 years ago. We wanted to have something smaller, easier to move and more contemporary in design. This pulpit has both ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reviving Our Faith: A Lesson From Elijah SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A critical examination of many churches today shows signs of weakness, lethargy, and decline. The once vibrant fires of revival and renewal have dimmed or been obstructed by sin, personal desires, and evil forces.

The state of many churches today reveals weakness, apathy, and decline. The fires of revival and renewal have dimmed or been hindered by sin, worldly influences, and spiritual opposition. To bring about a change, we must repair the altar of the Lord. The altar serves as a meeting place between the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:30-39

Topics: Faith, Revival, Elijah

A Joyful Noise Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on May 7, 2024

Worship, positivity, and joy are pillars that support us through difficult times and bring us closer to God's presence. They transform our lives, renew us, and provide a firm anchor for our souls.

Psalm 98 kicks off with Sing a new song to the Lord, for he has done wonderful deeds. Worship isn't just something we do because we have to; it's our special time to connect with God and say thanks for all the awesome stuff He's done. When we worship, we're tuning into God's love and grace. Sing a ...read more

Topics: Praise, Divine Joy, Spiritual Positivity, Sacred Worship

Transcending The World's Limits

Contributed by Robert Massey on Apr 8, 2002

God has a plan for each person’s life, He desires that we be molded into His image, not by the world’s standards. Here are three steps to being what God desires for you to be.

Let me start this morning by asking a question. How many times have you heard someone say, “I going to do my own thing.” I don’t want any part of church, I don’t want any part of Christianity, and I don’t want any part of Christ, because I want to live my life the way that I want to. So many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Two Sides To The Same Coin.

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006

What comes to your mind when you think of God? What comes to our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us!! A.W. Tozer I want to look at the two sides of this coin called life and what that could mean to us.

Two sides to the same coin. What comes to your mind when you think of God? What comes to our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us!! A.W. Tozer I want to look at the two sides of this coin called life and what that could mean to us. Psalm 22:1-11 1 My God, my God, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Characteristics Of A Methodist Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012

: we need to begin with the end in mind. When you think about it, that’s pretty sound advice to plan anything: your finances, your life, even your career. Perhaps nothing is more important than beginning with the end in mind when it comes to your spiritu

Open Table started with a chance encounter with a homeless man named Ernie who simply asked a youth group serving him a meal if he could come worship at their church. The adult youth workers were moved to agree to come the very next day to bring Ernie to their church service. Over the next few ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Jesus Gathering

Contributed by Mark Engler on May 19, 2015

When Jesus said He would build His church did He have in mind putting on a Sunday service or did He have in mind His people coming together in authentic relationship with each other? Is the church today doing what He intended. Not so sure we are.

The Jesus Gathering Matthew 16:13-20 INTRO: The church. That can mean a lot of different things today. It can mean the building in which we come to on Sunday mornings. It can mean the institution of the church. It can speak of a denomination. The Methodist Church, the Baptist Church, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of The Gospel

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025

The Gospel is not an empty message or a religious slogan—it is the power of God that saves, transforms, heals, unites, and gives eternal hope.

THE POWER OF THE GOSPEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 1:16 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:18, Acts 4:12, 2 Timothy 1:10, Colossians 1:13-14 INTRODUCTION: The Gospel is not just a religious message or moral teaching—it is the very power of God unto salvation. It carries divine ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 1:18, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3. Live By A New Standard Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jan 28, 2025

Ephesians is a manual for God's Renew Project for the world. God begins by making New People, whom he knits into a New Community. This week we see that family Lives by A New Standard - the example of Jesus.

SE011923 HOW TO STOP YOUR CULTURE FROM DYING 3. LIVE BY A NEW STANDARD (Title SLIDE) Remember, in week one we made the point that our culture is in decline. We’re feeling it: - Financially - Morally - Socially (SLIDE) In stark contrast, Ephesians is God’s renewal manual. - First renewal of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk In The Way Of The Lord

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 6, 2015

“We look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal”. (2 Cor. 4:18)

Theme: Walk in the way of the Lord Text: 1 Sam. 8:4-9; 2 Cor. 4:13-18; Mark 3:31-35 Before last Wednesday I thought I knew the road that leads to my home. When those roads turned into fast flowing rivers I found myself just following roads that could still be used. A journey that would normally ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:31-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

After Easter -  From The Empty Tomb To A Full Life

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 23, 2025

This message explores how believers must move beyond the empty tomb into the full life Christ promised.

AFTER EASTER -  FROM THE EMPTY TOMB TO A FULL LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:10 – “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” Supporting Texts: John 20:1–29, Romans ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Spirit Of Expectancy - Part 2 - Roadblocks Series

Contributed by Larry Semore on Jun 15, 2011

Developing a Spirit of Expectancy is very important in the life of a Believer but there are certain roadblocks along the way. I have chosen to address the roadblocks of inner vows, bitter roots and unforgiveness.

The Spirit of Expectancy The Spirit of Expectancy Roadblocks to Expectations Part 2 of a Series TEXT: Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end." Here is a short review to renew, reboot ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11

Denomination: Church Of God

After The Honeymoon Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 24, 2015

If we are going to sustain our faith, we need to guard against some deceitful myths.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I hope the past three weeks have been a blessing to you as you strive to deepen your relationship with Jesus. • We could have easily ended this series last week excited about going into a season of spiritual training where you studied your Bible, prayed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Joshua People

Contributed by Greg Hess on Aug 18, 2005

Breaking through and being an overcomer in life

BECOMING A JOSHUA PEOPLE Josh 1:1-9 – The commission Seven attributes of Joshua Joshua was a faith person. He had faith to believe God when no one else did He was faithful to God and the leadership Joshua had vision He saw the potential within the promise & God’s people He could see God’s ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Conquer Complaining

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Nov 26, 2004

An outline on how to conquer complaining

How to Conquer Complaining By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 2:14-16 „X Story of the man who wanted to become a monk „X Could only say two words per year „X First year ¡V ¡§Nasty food¡¨ „X Second year ¡V ¡§Bad bed¡¨ „X Third year ¡V ¡§I quit¡¨ „X The master monk said, ¡§I am not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational