Sermons on Small Beginnings:

What's Missing From Our Ch__ch?

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Jun 22, 2011

We are at the end of our fiscal year here at LCC and with that comes new beginnings; new beginnings and new opportunities for each of us in the area of serving

Let me begin he message this morning with a reading of God’s Holy Word as this is the very foundation of today’s message. Please stand with me. 1 Corinthians 12: 12-20 The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-20

Denomination: Other

A Triumphant Entry Series

Contributed by Jamey Reynolds on Mar 18, 2005

In view of the ’Passion Week’ we all begin at the great account of Jesus entering Jerusalem. This great event would begin a journey that would end at the cross--but the end was just the beginning. Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem proved His triumph

There are (3) Developments that transpired with Jesus entering Jerusalem. I. The Anticipation for the King Many centuries have passed with nations anticipating a mighty king. Israel had seen its share of kings: Saul, David, and Solomon each reigned 40 years in the United Kingdom. However, after ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Wooded Glade

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 7, 2025

A wooded glade is defined as an open, often sunny clearing within a forest. Essentially, a small, treeless meadow that allows sunlight to penetrate the forest canopy.

Elizabeth Gaskell, an English novelist and biographer once remarked: "By the soft green light in the woody glade, On the banks of moss where thy childhood played; By the household tree, thro' which thine eye; First looked in love to the summer sky." Joshua 17:15 reminds us: And Joshua ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:25, 1 Samuel 14:25-26, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 96:12

Amazing Grace!

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

An attempt to show the grace of God has existed from the very beginning.

Amazing Grace! Genesis 3 INTRODUCTION: Begin with story of John Newton, author of AMAZING GRACE. Define Grace. I. Model of sin A. Rejection of the will of God 1. Sin gets us all. ILLUS: 2 men jumping across lava stream, one jumps farther, but both fall in. B. Satan’s presence 1. Distortion of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Goodness Of God's Creation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#2] THE GOODNESS OF GOD’S CREATION Genesis 1:3-25 Introduction: In the beginning, God spoke, and His Words brought light and life to the World. Our text tells the beautiful story of creation, where each command from God created something wonderful and meaningful. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-25

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On Kingdom Business PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 7, 2025

God calls us to faithfully serve and invest where we are, trusting that our everyday obedience and small acts matter deeply to Him.

There are days when the King’s call feels as close as the breath in your lungs. Ordinary mornings. Familiar streets. A desk, a kitchen, a classroom. Yet heaven whispers, This is holy ground. Not a stage, not a spotlight—just the square of earth beneath your feet and the neighbors within your reach. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:13

Topics: Assignment, Purpose

Jesus, Messiah Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 1, 2015

Jesus begins to call His disciples and they testify to the truth of the Messiah.

Jesus, Messiah John 1:35-42 Our text today describes Jesus’ third day of ministry as the Kingdom of God is inaugurated in the very Person of Jesus Christ and it gives the context of becoming a disciple of Jesus; we read in John 1:35-42: “The next day again John (the Baptist) was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Only God....could Do That!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 4, 2013

Absolutely everything, ranging from small to large, as you make it a part of your believing prayer, gets included as you lay hold of God.”

Only God could Do That! How many here this morning believe God can answer prayer, no matter what? Matt. 21:21,22 MSG 21-22. But Jesus was matter-of-fact: “Yes —and if you embrace this kingdom life and don’t doubt God, you’ll not only do minor feats like I did to the fig tree, but also triumph ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ?

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 3, 2020

The Bible teaches that before we can really begin to talk about Heaven…before we can really begin to prepare for Heaven…we need to understand the Resurrection.

The No. 1 Best Seller of books on Amazon.com in the category of Christian Living (and now made into a movie) is a book called Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back. It is the story written by the 3-year-old’s father, Todd Burpo, a Wesleyan pastor ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:13-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How The Holy Spirit Gifts Us - Part 10 Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Mar 17, 2008

Begins to look at the gifts of the Holy Spirit - such as helps, adminsistration, preaching, hospitality

How the Holy Spirit Gifts Us – Part 10 – Romans 12:3-8 What We Believe Series – March 16-08 Acknowledgement: Dr. Henry Schorr, Centre St. Church, Calgary AB Good morning. Were continuing in our ‘what we believe series.’ We have looked at what Christians believe about the God the Father, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-8

Hoping Or Wishing

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Dec 21, 2021

The name Bethlehem means ‘house of bread’ in Hebrew, and it was located in an area called ‘fruitful’—Ephrathah. Compared to the city of Jerusalem, it is small. Not only in size but in significance.

The name Bethlehem means ‘house of bread’ in Hebrew, and it was located in an area called ‘fruitful’—Ephrathah. Compared to the city of Jerusalem, it is small. Not only in size but in significance. “[T]his birthplace of David would also become the birthplace of his greatest descendant, the Messiah ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Alleluia!

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 18, 2020

Now begins the rejoicing. The good news for a grieving world is near. Revelation 19 begins with praise for God and joy that this world’s corrupt ways, symbolically referred to as Babylon and the beast, have finally ended.

Now begins the rejoicing. The good news for a grieving world is near. Revelation 19 begins with praise for God and joy that this world’s corrupt ways, symbolically referred to as Babylon and the beast, have finally ended. Revelation 19:1 And after these things I heard a great voice of much people ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning – Types Of The Church Found In The Old Testament – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 5, 2023

The Church universal is a New Testament concept revealed at the appropriate time, but it is special to see some types in the Old Testament that hint at the Church to come. These make interesting studies and parallels. Types always are satisfying to study.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING – TYPES OF THE CHURCH FOUND IN THE OLD TESTAMENT – PART 3 OLD TESTAMENT TYPES OF THE CHURCH The Church is not mentioned in the Old Testament and was a concept fully unknown, as Israel only was the focus. For those Old Testament believers who studied ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:4, Genesis 24:7, Genesis 24:58-59, John 3:16-17, Ephesians 2:17-19, 2 Timothy 4:18, Hebrews 11:16, 1 Corinthians 15:48, Ephesians 1:3, Hebrews 12:22, Romans 4:13, Hebrews 8:5, Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:25-27, 1 Corinthians 10:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Some Aspects Of The Church From Its Beginning - The Church’s Elevation, Elation And Rapture - Part 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023

The Church has a fantastic elation coming to it. When all believers are caught up to be with the Lord, great will be the joy. This will be the first time ALL the Church is together. The Rapture is the gathering of the Bride, Christ's redeemed Bride.

SOME ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH FROM ITS BEGINNING - THE CHURCH’S ELEVATION, ELATION AND RAPTURE - PART 5 [1]. THE CHURCH’S ELATION/RAPTURE - INTRODUCTION Like baptism, sadly the general church teaching has missed the boat on this issue as well. Earlier in these studies I raised the matter of the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13, John 14:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:8, 1 Corinthians 15:51-55, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Revelation 4:1, Revelation 1:19, Revelation 22:20, 1 Peter 1:10-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Endings To Beginnings: Trusting God In Every Season - Psalm 90:12, Proverbs 3:6 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 19, 2024

On the threshold of a new year, it’s natural to reflect on what has passed and look forward to what lies ahead. This time of transition reminds us of the faithfulness of God—yesterday, today, and forever. Our focus today is on how we, as believers, can honour God as one year ends and another begins.

From Endings to Beginnings: Trusting God in Every Season - Psalm 90:12, Proverbs 3:6 Introduction: As we stand on the threshold of a new year, it’s natural to reflect on what has passed and look forward to what lies ahead. This time of transition reminds us of the faithfulness of God—yesterday, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12, Proverbs 3:6, Lamentations 3:22-23, Psalm 103:2, Romans 12:1, Philippians 3:13-14, Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 37:23, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal