Sermons on Shifts:

"concern For The Suffering Of Others"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 15, 2019

A sermon about living with the compassion of Christ.

“Concern for the Suffering of Others” Matthew 9:35-38 Last week I was reading a story from a mainstream news outlet about a young couple who moved to Los Angeles, California looking for fame and fortune but quickly found themselves homeless and destitute. It was a moving story. In any event, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Bearing With One Another In Love

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Sep 11, 2019

All of us have needed to have people be patient with us when we were slow to grow and learn, working through a deep wound in our heart or just having a bad day. One of the best ways to help our churches and all their members is to learn to be patient with them, bearing with them in love.

I don’t get to do it very often anymore, but I love fishing. I grew up near a muddy little lake where you could catch bullheads and bluegills almost any time you tried. But catching fish is only part of the joy. Two years ago we vacationed up in Minnesota. The first evening we went out to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:14

When The Glory Of God Departs Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 2, 2024

The departure of the glory of God from the Temple was a milestone event. Was God forsaking His promises to Israel?

- It’s worth noting as I get started this evening that this is a wild chapter with a lot of interesting and unusual details. Those parts of the chapter are worth a Bible study unto themselves to unpack those meanings. This sermon, though, is not that Bible study. - Instead, we will be focusing ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 10:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Enough

Contributed by Tamela Walker on Sep 13, 2023

Understanding how valuable we are in the eyes of God

As we have lived daily, we have chased money or power or love, yet even in pursuing those things, they are just symptoms of our never-ending search for one thing- AM I ENOUGH? Have you ever pondered in your thoughts that I am worthy and deserving, and does my life serve a purpose? After carefully ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

At All Times Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 30, 2023

David speaks of God’s provision in the trying times and in the presence of those who oppose him as marks of God’s goodness as shepherd.

INTRODUCTION • When times are going well, do we question God's love, protection, and provision? • I believe that during those times, we probably do not question it much or may not give it much thought. • David has proclaimed that the Lord is his shepherd and that, as a result, he lacks ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honoring God By Honoring Veterans PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

Living a life of sacrificial service, honoring those who serve, and seeking spiritual transformation through God's love and guidance.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather together, united under the banner of Christ's love, to reflect upon His word and His will for our lives. It is in this spirit of unity and reflection that we turn our attention to the twelfth chapter of Romans, verses one and two. The apostle ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Topics: Transformation, Service, Honor

Thankfulness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

Explores how to maintain joy, prayer, and gratitude in all circumstances, even during difficult times, as a Christian duty.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We are gathered here today in the love and fellowship that binds us together. We are here to share, to learn, and to grow in the light of God's Word. Our focus today is on a simple, yet powerful passage from the book of 1 Thessalonians. It's a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Gratitude

The Keeping Power Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

Explores God's unwavering love, guidance, and commitment to us, even when we feel forsaken by others.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a true joy to gather with you today, under the gracious gaze of our Lord, to delve into the depths of His word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to Psalm 27:10 - a verse that radiates with the promise of God's unwavering guardianship, His guiding presence, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:10

Topics: Keeping Power, God

Running Through Troops And Leaping Over Walls PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores finding strength in God, persevering through challenges, and the prosperity that comes from a faith-rooted resilience.

Good morning, cherished family in Christ. It’s a joy to gather with you once again, united by our shared faith and the love of our Savior. We find ourselves at the doorstep of another Sunday, another opportunity to soak in the Word of God, and to allow its wisdom to seep into the marrow of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:29

Topics: Pushing, Promise

When Clergy Misbehave PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores understanding the weight of betrayal, the biblical response to misconduct, and building trust in God during turbulent times.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to gather here today, united in our faith, standing firm in the strength of our Savior. We are like a family, bound by the love of Christ, and it is always a blessing to see each familiar face, each new smile. We are here to celebrate the grace of God, to ...read more

Topics: Clergy Misconduct

The Perfect Storm Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 23, 2006

This story looks at the storm of Noah’s day and tries to apply it to 21st century life. What does it mean for us today?

The Perfect Storm 1991- 6 men on a boat 1,500 miles away fishing Storm- “nothing like it before” Noah video Sure there are storms in life There’s a bigger story here though How important is what you do everyday? I want to accomplish 2 things today Read text- Genesis 7:6-24 “High hills” 1. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 7:6-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Facts For The Future

Contributed by Mike Turner on Dec 21, 2003

As we enter a New Year, here are some facts to carry with us throughout the whole year.

Faithful Facts For The Future We stand on the threshold of a new year ! Great opportunities lie ahead ! Great challenges will confront us ! Many disappointments will occur. All of these and probably much more ! With every new day comes change, but there are some constants that we as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

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

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

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