Sermons on Revive Restore:

Called To Be Holy Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

In Zechariah, you see God’s incredible forgiveness and promise of restoration and depth of love for His people, who had been slaves in Babylon and were now returning to rebuild their country, their lives, and their faith

Called to Be Holy Zech 5 August 10, 2008 Intro: I distinctly remember a conversation with a young man back in the days that I was a youth pastor. He was making some really destructive decisions in his life, and I was trying to convince him to make some better ones. I tried to help him see the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Still Comes For His People Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 30, 2009

Where is God when we’ve messed up? God is there with compassion. That is the word in the passage. God is there with restoration. God is there to strengthen. God is there to answer. These are powerful, amazing words! Let’s not run past them!!

The God Who Still Comes For His People October 19, 2008 Zech 10 Intro: A little over a month ago, I was sitting on the LRT late one night after a football game, feeling a profound sense of sadness. No, it was not because the Eskimos lost, though they had. I’m getting used to that… and I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Robbed By Relationships Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 17, 2009

Discusses how seeking fulfillment in human relationships can rob us of our identity in who God created us to be and talks about how we can have our identity restored and protected.

Identity Theft Is your Identity at Risk of being… Robbed by Relationships We risk Identity Theft when we… …Seek fulfillment through Human relationships We recover and protect ourselves from Identity theft when we… …Enter a relationship with Jesus Christ …Forgive those in relationships who have ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Risen, Christianity Unique!

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

As great as the restoration of a classic car is, a resurrection of a lifeless human body is more impressive. The resurrection of Jesus Christ, changed history—and eternity—for every human who has ever lived.

“I know that my Redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand upon the earth.” (Job 19:25) Have you ever seen a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air? That’s one hot car. Even back when I was a kid, the silhouette of a ‘57 Chevy with the bulging headlights and streamlined trunk fins on the back was already a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Does It Look To You Now?

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 7, 2011

There was no way they could restore the temple to its former glory; it would be nothing in comparison to King Solomon’s temple. It is at this point that God began to teach them, it is not about how impressive the Sanctuary is.

TITLE: HOW DOES IT LOOK TO YOU NOW? SCRIPTURE: HAGGAI 2:3-7 Our scripture text this morning is a difficult book to find in the Old Testament. The easiest way to find it is to go to the end of the Old Testament and turn back a couple of books because Haggai is the third book from the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Healing & Wholeness: Pray And Trust God Will Listen To Your Prayer Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2015

God is interested in change. He’s interested in changing you. He can heal and restore – He can make the broken whole, the sick well, God can heal today.

Healing & Wholeness Straight to the question, actually I have 3 questions to begin. Do you believe God listens when you pray? Do you believe God’s timing is perfect? Do you believe God is God and He is able to heal today? On this Healing and Wholeness Sunday, I want to remind you of a few ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making The Most Of Our Mistakes

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015

And whatever we do, we need to live by faith Faith that we will make mistakes Faith that God will see us through it, Because God will restore, support, and strengthen each one of us

Making the Most of Our Mistakes • It seems sometimes that we have so many opportunities to mess up in life – • We do things we know we shouldn’t – and we make mistakes. Translation Mistakes • When industry tries to expand to other countries, there are plenty ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Failing To Obey The Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 27, 2010

The restored community was lapsing into the same sins that brought on the ruin of their fathers & that sin was their failure to obey the Word from their hearts. The people must learn the lesson that the nation's life centers around its attitude toward an

ZECHARIAH 7: 8-14 FAILING TO OBEY THE WORD The emphasis of the second message in this third section is to draw an even closer connection with the past to the present. In the earlier generation, just as in Zechariah's own day, the people needed to comprehend that God desired inner spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 1: Famines And Failures Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 2, 2019

The time of the Judges have been referred to as “Israel’s Dark Ages.” Yet nestled in this awful, violent period of Israel's history is a beautiful love story. A story of romance, restoration, redemption.

Famines and Failures Series: Sermon 1 of the book of Ruth Chuck sligh June 2, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Hear Me Lord?

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 2, 2016

Ever felt discouraged? Ever felt that you wanted to restore a right relationship with the God to sense His presence again? This is how King David felt as he cried out to God for more of Him.

Can you hear me Lord? Psalm 61:1-8 Do you remember the old Verizon commercial? The Verizon man used to say “Can you hear me now? If you are familiar with him and the commercials, you know that he has switched sides- From Verizon to Sprint. His words have become ammunition for his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

"Pilgrimage To A Holy Place”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 11, 2021

Transfiguration Sunday, The Mountain top experience was a moment of Intimacy with God. Jesus restores our friendship by his death and resurrection. We have the Holy Spirit as a gift, who still creates mountaintop moments.

In Jesus Holy Name February 13, 2021 Text: Mark 9:2-4 Transfiguration Redeemer “Pilgrimage to a Holy Place” God speaks loudest on mountains. Think Mount Moriah, Mount Sinai, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Hardest Word Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 25, 2021

Like Elton John sang, “sorry” seems to be the hardest word. But it can bring so much healing, peace, and restoration. [Watch video: https://youtu.be/Wv24QxchW74]

Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:20-26 For I tell you that unless your righteousness surpasses that of the Pharisees and the teachers of the law, you will certainly not enter the kingdom of heaven. “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Candlemas, The Story Of Simeon, How Can We Prepare For Death?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Mar 12, 2025

Candlemas helps us prepare for death, but it also helps us in life, especially when things go wrong, in fact it can be quite restorative, and even satisfying if we see the hidden gems within.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity Church in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 2nd February 2025 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal

Enjoying God's Approval - Psalm 4:1,3 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 5, 2025

This message is for times when you are being mistreated by people and you can’t do anything about it. Four attributes of God that can restore joy even if people continue to mistreat you

Psalm 4:1-8 For the director of music. With stringed instruments. A psalm of David. Answer me when I call to you, O my righteous God (lit God of my righteousness). Give me relief from my distress; be merciful to me and hear my prayer. 2 How long, O men, will you turn my glory into shame? How long ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1, Psalm 4:3

God's Therapy For A Weary Soul

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 9, 2025

Even mighty prophets experience crushing despair. Today we discover how God tenderly heals His exhausted servants through Elijah's wilderness journey from triumph to restoration.

God's Therapy for a Weary Soul 1 Kings 19:1-21 Introduction In the dramatic narrative of 1 Kings 19, we encounter one of the most powerful and relatable stories in all of Scripture. Here we find Elijah, the mighty prophet who had just witnessed God's spectacular victory over the prophets of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-4, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, Psalm 42:5-6, 1 Kings 19:5-8, Matthew 11:28-30, Isaiah 40:28-31, 1 Kings 19:9-14, Job 38:1-4, 1 Kings 8:27-30, 1 Kings 19:15-21, Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 30:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational