Sermons on shifts:

The Battle Goes On

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

The battle for the hearts and souls of men is still raging, even though we may not like the image. Satan will always oppose God, and use men to do it. What is our response?

Passage: Acts 12:1-19 Intro: In my lifetime, I have observed a paradigm shift in the church. 1. the Christian life used to be viewed as a battle, the participation in a war. Il) Onward Christian Soldiers, Am I a Soldier of the Cross, Faith is the Victory 2. but that has changed. Now it is an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Game Plan

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006

No team goes into a game without a plan. And God has one too, for ministering His Word to a lost world.

Passage: Acts 19:1-22 Intro: At the upper levels of sports, no team goes into any game without a game plan. 1. football, baseball, basketball, the team studies its opponent and devises a plan based on the strengths and weaknesses of their own team and the other. PP) Muhammed Ali did this in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Don't Worship Your Pastor Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 20, 2010

You might never think of yourself as worshiping your pastor. But that's just what has happening in Corinth and it happens in churches all over the world to this day. What are the dangers, how to spot it, and how to avoid it are the subject of part two in

It had been only 18 months since Paul left his newly formed church at Corinth. A trusted family had filled him in on what had happened to this fledgling body: fights, divisions, class envy, a return to paganism, and out and out sin. I picture Paul pulling his hair out and tearing his clothes as he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Does The Right Way Look Like?(Pastor Jose Gomez Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 22, 2005

In a world where there are so many ideas and opinions, how do we define what the “God Life” is supposed to look like without falling into our own wrong ideas?

In a world where there are so many ideas and opinions, how do we define what the “God Life” is supposed to look like without falling into our own wrong ideas? I. Ministry To Sinners Matthew 1 "Do not judge so that you will not be judged. 2 "For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Your Heart In Relation To The Sun? Series

Contributed by Paddy Venner on Apr 28, 2009

Under the sun we feel the heat of stress and pressure. Getting above it changes our vantage point and our perspective of life

• A lot of what we do in life is directly related to how we see ourselves, and to how we see what we do. • If you see yourself as worth little you will hardly ever engage in something that you feel is of great value – almost as if you don’t see it as your place. • If you place little value in what ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Renovations: The Pudding Principle Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jun 8, 2009

A 5 week series on the book of Philippians that parallels a renovation project in the church. This message deals with the end result of renovation.

Renovations: Making it New Again Pt 5 – The Pudding Principle Philippians 4:1-13 We started some time ago talking about renovations. The definition of the word is simple: 1. To restore to an earlier condition, as by repairing or remodeling. 2. To impart new vigor; to revive. In Chapter 1 we looked ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-13

Denomination: *other

The Prince Of Peace

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 16, 2015

Our society has hijacked Christmas from all of us over the years turning it into one of the biggest commercial events ever. We have to stop this attack on our sacred holiday and tell the world sorry – Christmas is about The Prince of Peace.

The Prince of Peace Isaiah 9:7 KJV Of the increase of his government and peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:7-8, John 16:33-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Chastening May Seem Grievious

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2019

There are 2 kinds of discipline: 1. Discipline by others. 2. Self-discipline. We must not despise chastening. God has a plan and a purpose. Pruning produces much fruit.

CHASTENING MAY SEEM GREVIOUS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Proverbs 3:11 My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction: Hebrews 12:5 And ye have forgotten the exhortation which speaketh unto you as unto children, My son, despise ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11, Hebrews 12:5-11, Psalm 44:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Having Joy In The Hard Things Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 16, 2017

Philippians is a manual on living in joy. Here is how we live with joy in the hard things.

Text: Philippians 1:12-18 Title: Having Joy in the hard things Introduction: We have been looking this month at the book of Philippians. One of the major themes in the book of Philippians is joy. The words “joy” or “rejoice” are to be found in all four chapters of the book. ( 1:4,18, 25,26 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Apostle Paul's Three Lessons While He Was In Prison

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Jun 22, 2024

Paul didn't let his limitations stop him from sharing the good news about Jesus because he knew his circumstances couldn't limit the gospel’s power.

Jesus, when he was about to ascend into heaven, to go back to His Heavenly Father, told His disciples, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

'junipers In Wastelands' A Powerful Blessing Over Your Life

Contributed by Sophia Lorena on Mar 17, 2022

God works in the most unlikely situations, in the most unlikely people, in the most unlikely places.

Juniper berries apparently are used in cooking, but the more common usage is that Juniper berries are what gives a gin martini its unique flavoring. In the part of the world where I live, I am not even sure if Juniper berries are available for cooking, and I am certainly not into drinking Gin ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nourishment For The Soul Series

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Jul 15, 2024

In a world dominated by materialism, it is crucial to prioritise our spiritual well-being to attain true happiness and fulfilment.

Nourishment for the Soul Intro: In a world dominated by materialism, it is crucial to prioritise our spiritual well-being to attain true happiness and fulfilment. Scripture John 6:24-35 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In our contemporary world, the quest for happiness and fulfilment ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Other

Where Community And Joy Reside

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 23, 2024

A sermon for the fourth Sunday of Advent, year C

December 22, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 1:39-55 Where Community and Joy Reside Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today we meditate on the scriptural passage known as “the visitation.” The newly pregnant ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanksgiving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of expressing gratitude to God for His enduring love and blessings, and the joy and blessings that come from a heart filled with thanksgiving.

Good morning, my brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we're going to dive deep into the wonderful world of thanksgiving. Now, I'm not talking about turkey and stuffing, though those are certainly blessings. No, today we're talking about the act of thanking God, the blessings that come from a ...read more

Topics: Thanksgiving, God

Change Is Coming PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Change, though sometimes uncomfortable, is a part of God's plan for our growth and preparation for the blessings He has in store for us.

Good morning, family! We all know that change is one of those inevitable things in life, right? We see it in the changing seasons, in the growth of a child, and even in our own lives as we age. Yet, sometimes, change can be a bit scary. It can be uncomfortable, uncertain, and perhaps even ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Topics: Transition