Sermons on Set A Goal:

Reflecting On The Past, Embracing The Future Series

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Jan 3, 2024

Our scripture sets the stage for a spiritual journey that encourages us to glean insights from the past, comprehend the biblical concept of pressing forward, and eagerly embrace a renewed vision for the coming year.

1. Reflecting on the Lessons of the Past Year: • Acknowledging both victories and challenges. • Extracting wisdom from experiences. • Seeking God's guidance in understanding our journey. 2. Understanding the Biblical Concept of Pressing Forward: • Exploring the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

To Fly From Sodom

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Dec 2, 2003

There are a direction and a goal in what God did? TO fly from Sodom. Its relations with this city should be a lesson for each company!" Let us consider the history of Sodome, to discover there the truth for today which is illustrated there.

Sortir de Sodome! Lecture : Gen 19/1-26 .L’apôtre Pierre écrit : * s’il a condamné Ë la destruction et réduit en cendres les villes de Sodome et de Gomorrhe, les donnant comme exemple aux impies Ë venir.@ 2 Pierre 2/6. Pierre veut dire : "Il y a un sens et un but dans ce que Dieu a fait Ë Sodome ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-26, 2 Peter 2:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In Peace Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on May 1, 2006

2nd in a series from 1 Timothy. Without a relationship with the Prince of Peace, we cannot be at peace. But by yielding ourselves to God as peacemakers, He can use us to make a difference in direction, attitude, and goals.

Lessons for a Healthy Church Living in Peace 1 Timothy 2:1-15 Introduction: Last Sunday we learned that there are times we must confront error. But that doesn’t mean we are to be in a constant state of war with the world or with each other! Paul taught, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking Beyond Your Situations Series

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 5, 2021

When we started reading the Gospel of John we come across and see that John wrote this as an evangelistic work. His purpose and goal in writing this account was so that people would come to faith and believe in Jesus.

Looking beyond your situations (Ungal Sulnaliki appal parunikal) Psalm 130 1. John: 5:1-11 2. 1 John 5:4-5 Our circumstances can drive and direct our life, unless we learn to live above them. Most of us live in disappointment, depression and stress when we allow circumstances to control our ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5, John 5:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Power Of Negative Thinking

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

If we would listen and take seriously the negative message of the prophets, we would be a much more powerful and positive force in achieving the goal of keeping God's people faithful to Him and His Word.

Abraham Lincoln told of how he and his brother were plowing the corn one day. He was driving the horse, and his brother was holding the plow. The horse was lazy, but suddenly it took off so fast that even with his long legs Lincoln could hardly keep up. On reaching the end of the furrow ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-17

Should It Be All About Me

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 21, 2019

This is a message on giving. The goal is to help us discover how making the world all about us keeps us from loving God and loving each other. It involves evaluating what tithing is all about.

Should It Really Be All About Me 1/20/2019 Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 and 1 Timothy 6:3-10 Luke 12 Do you know anyone who thinks the world revolves around them. They actually believe the purpose of all that God has created is to make and to keep them happy. Our society constantly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10, Luke 12:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Called For A Change

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 17, 2018

God has chosen us in and by Jesus to become fully devoted followers of Jesus and to make fully devoted followers of Jesus. We are challenged within ourselves; by God; and from outside of ourselves to accomplish these two goals.

1. Good to be chosen – Sports/Jobs/Mates/Friends/Elected Politicians – “Chosen by People” 2. God has called us by the gospel (2 Thessalonians 2.14) 3. The gospel call challenges us to transformation in our lives – 1 Thessalonians 1.4-10 4 For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosen you, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No One Left Behind: Togetherness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 10, 2019

It should be our goal that NO ONE IS LEFT BEHIND. Are we praying for a spirit of unity, synergy, and togetherness in our family and church. Are we all pulling together? Judging others will limit any personal growth possible.

NO ONE LEFT BEHIND --- TOGETHER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a series. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:11 (MSG) So speak encouraging words to one another. Build up hope so you'll all be together in this, no one left out, no one left behind. I know you're already ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Psalm 133:1-3, Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul To Crowd At Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 5, 2022

Paul had run an amazing race from the time he met Jesus on the Damascus Road to the time he addressed the crowd in Jerusalem, that wanted to kill him that day. His goal was to faithfully finish the race.

Context of Paul’s message at Jerusalem Acts 21:37-40 This message occurs at the conclusion of Paul’s third missionary journey. Paul had met with his key leaders to prepare for his exit and the conclusion of his third journey (Acts 20). He was ready to begin the next segment of his ministry, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

One Is A Lonely Number. Synergism.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 19, 2017

Elijah jump to the conclusion he was the only one serving God. Not so, one city had 7,000 faithful. When we focus on the obstacles we tend to lose sight of the goal. Pull together...

ONE IS A LONELY NUMBER! THE POWER OF SYNERGISM! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I WAS AT DIARY QUEEN looking at a bunch of bananas? Study them? While the bananas all together they are safe. WHEN A BANANA GETS BROKEN AWAY FROM THE BUNCH IT IS IN GREAT DANGER OF BEING SKINNED AND ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:12, Matthew 5:25, Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What To Give Jesus On His Birthday

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 20, 2020

The following sermon is going to examine Luke 2:1-20, the birth of Jesus, with the goal of encouraging you to not ignore or give mere platitudes to Christ on His birthday but to honor Him by taking time to meet Him.

Honoring the Son Luke 2:1-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How will you react this year to the portrait of Jesus lying in a manger as given to us in Scripture? For some Christmas is all about spending too much, opening gifts, eating food, and visiting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Elohim: The God Of Dna, Galaxies, Nature, & The Higgs-Boson Particle Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 20, 2022

Throughout the scriptures God invites us to inquire of Him and learn about Him. That is really the main goal of God on Earth, is that we would turn to Him, and be curious about Him, and seek to know Him, and then understand how to know Him

Throughout the scriptures God invites us to inquire of Him and learn about Him. That is really the main goal of God on Earth, is that we would turn to Him, and be curious about Him, and seek to know Him, and then understand how to know Him, then to enter into His presence, and receive a new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

For Fathers Only!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 25, 2004

Learn about the important role that our fathers play in their children’s life and the best gifts that fathers can give to their children.

Matthew 7:9-11 "Or what man is there among you who, if his son asks for bread, will give him a stone? 10 Or if he asks for a fish, will he give him a serpent? 11 If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on May 23, 2009

The power of Christ is available to add meaning and depth to our lives. We need only seek to know God and allow God to lead for us to experience that power.

Ephesians 1: 15 – 23 / Power Intro: Do you remember the first car you ever owned? Mine was a 1963 Volkswagen Beetle. It was red with white leather interior. That little car would really move going downhill or on level ground! But when you had to climb a hill, it was a different story! --- ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Knowing God, Life's Ultimate Pursuit

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004

My goal today is; 1st to challenge us to honestly reflect on our personal knowledge of God and 2nd to send all of us on a fast pursuit to know God better. (I kings - pt 5)

"KNOWING GOD, LIFE’S ULTIMATE PURSUIT" TEXT: 1 KINGS 18 INTRODUCTION One of the most powerful scenes in the bible is the prophet Elijah going 1 on 450 -- against the prophets of the false god Baal. 1 KINGS 18:22-29 Elijah prepares his altar - soaks it down 3 times, and then prays to God -- ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:22-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ