Sermons on Retrospection:

How To Be A Good Finisher

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 3, 2003

Paul desired to finish the work God had called him to do. – Ask the Lord to help you fulfill the ministry He has directed you in. Even though we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future.

Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I've Heard The Joyful Sound - Jesus Saves!

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 5, 2011

You have got a real reason to praise God don't ever let anybody tell you otherwise because God is something to get excited about.

Psalms 89:15 – 17, “Blessed is the people that know the joyful sound: They walk, O Jehovah, in the light of thy countenance. In thy name do they rejoice all the day; And in thy righteousness are they exalted. For thou art the glory of their strength; And in thy favor our horn shall be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

After Our Prayers Comes Praise

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Sep 11, 2021

After you have prayed about it start praising God.

As we continue this series on Praise, last week we talked about, that there is victory in your praise, and this week we want to talk about, “After our Prayer comes our Praise”. When we search the books of the Psalmist we will notice that there are many prayers and many of those prayers include a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

An Interlude With Evil PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explore the providence, power, and hope of God in difficult times, as demonstrated in Esther Chapter 5, emphasizing that God often calls us in our weaknesses, not our strengths.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we are going to delve into the book of Esther, specifically Chapter 5, where we encounter the providence of God in the face of pain and misery, His power in the midst of evil, and the hope He provides in difficult times. In the words of Jerry Bridges, "He ...read more

Topics: Providence, God

Before The Children Went Away

Contributed by Terry Tuley on Nov 21, 2000

A sermon on the importance of families living for Christ

“Before The Children Went Away” ( Job 29:1-5) There is no one in the Bible that can so touch the heart of compassion than God’s servant Job. In one fell stroke of providence, Job was robbed of everything he had in life. Let me take you on a journey down to the Uz mortuary. There is a receiving ...read more

Scripture: Job 29:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

Truth Sets you free!

FREEDOM John 8:31-32 KJV "Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed; And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." On July 4th we celebrate the birth of a free nation. Our founding fathers recognized that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

I Never Thought It Would Be Like This!"

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 22, 2000

What do you do when life disappoints you?

"I never thought it would be like this!" What do you do when life disappoints you Romans 12:1-2 Have you ever played Bible Trivia? I've played it twice--the first and the last time. My father and I, both pastors, were on a team against my sister and my mother. Our team took a real drumming. I'm ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Cinch

Contributed by Marcellus De Oliveira on Sep 27, 2012

We always can trust in God no matter what happens in our lives. He is our Deliverer and Redeemer.

Power and control are traces desired by man since the beginning of human history. Humans have always strived for power and how to control it. Actually the reason of all wars in human history, as bottom line, has been about power. During the time of Jesus first advent, the expectations of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Adventist

No Whiners

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 3, 2019

Hard times come to Christians because our reactions in bad times, may be inspire others to turn to the Lord and seek forgiveness. Just as Jesus was a witness to the world through his suffering, we can be a witness and draw closer to him in ours.

There is a popular TV show called “Survivor.” It’s been on TV now for over 20 seasons. It’s syndicated all over the world. The show thrives on showing how individuals adapt to group dynamics and societal rules changes through horrendous conditions in the hope of receiving the big prize at the end. ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-16, Romans 11:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Batteries Not Included #6 Everything Has Changed Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 15, 2020

The birth of Jesus signifies the beginning of new reality. In the same way, our first experience with Jesus is a lifelong mission to announce and usher in a little of God’s kingdom in the here and now.

Four weeks ago, we began a new series entitled: Batteries Not Included. There is nothing more frustrating than wanting play with your new toys and finding out the package had this hidden line - batteries not included. We started this series by talking about the Hope, given in the understanding we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Does The Bible Say, ‘you Are Gods’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 9, 2021

This is one of the most challenging passages in the New Testament. Why does Jesus say, "You are gods"?

- This is a difficult passage that needs to be unpacked carefully. And so we are going to walk through it step-by-step and verse-by-verse to see if we can make it all add up. - Also, bonus question as we start: can anyone name the gospel passage that happens at Hanukkah? No? Well, let’s see ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Baptist

Victory Song Of Moses Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 30, 2024

It is natural to vent and express thankfulness with joy by singing. Moses joyously celebrates the Victory over his enemies. He expressed the future assurance for Victories over their enemies. Further, he declared that they will have a secured placement in life.

Text: Exodus 15:1-18 Theme: Victory Song of Moses   THE LORD IS GOOD AND HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER.   Joke: A young pastor asked the senior member of the Congregation. What makes a good sermon? The Elder said, “The secret to a good sermon is to have a good beginning and a good ending, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Valley Of Dry Bones PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

God has the power to restore and renew even the most desolate situations, breathing life into our "dry bones" and transforming our lives, hopes, and dreams.

Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into a powerful passage from the Old Testament that speaks volumes about our mighty God and His incredible power to restore hope even in the most desolate of situations. As we embark on this spiritual journey, let's remember the words of Philip Yancey, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-5

Topics: Dryness, Yoke

The Purpose Of Our Trials

Contributed by Vincent Oliver on Apr 30, 2007

The lessons of Israel’s forty-year period of testing in the wilderness can serve to define and explain the trials and tests during our spiritual journey.

“The Purpose of Our Trials” Pastor V. P. Oliver Deuteronomy 8:2 (1-6) "And you shall remember that the LORD your God led you all the way these forty years in the wilderness, to humble you and test you, to know what was in your heart, whether you would keep His commandments or not.” Because of ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Easter 2007

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 1, 2007

The Resurrection gives us hope for life after death, and for new life right now.

Easter 2007 [Glen Presley poem] Matthew 28:1-10 On Friday Benjamin drew this picture of the cross with the devil saying “I can’t believe I won!” God says, “no you didn’t.” and the devil says “aw man!” What looks like a defeat for Jesus is not a defeat. By going to the cross, paying ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: *other