Sermons on Spiritual Transformation:

The Splinter

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Dec 25, 2020

Why did Christ come to earth? What message did he leave us?

During the 1000 years between the time of Constantine, the Emperor of Rome, who declared Christianity the religion of the realm and the Reformation and rise of Protestantism an avalanche of religious fervor overtook the European Continent. The rulers of the various countries and city-states ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Adventist

Thank The Lord Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 2, 2021

David’s life was a mixture of good and evil, mixed with noble deeds, high aspirations, great accomplishments, and stained with terrible and grave sins of Adultery and Murder. However, he was known as a man of righteousness because he never became an unthankful man for what God has done to him.

Psalm 103:1-5, Praise the Lord or Thank you, Lord David’s life was a mixture of good and evil, mixed with noble deeds, high aspirations, great accomplishments, and stained with terrible and grave sins of Adultery and Murder. “An unlimited power leads a person to an ungrateful life and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

"The Visible & Invisible Cosmic War On Earth” Part Ii

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 28, 2021

This message is based on the understanding that the "spiritual" warfare explained in Revelation is being played out on earth in the life of Jesus. The 1st confrontation was the wilderness temptation. Mark 1:21 is the 2nd confrontation.

In Jesus Holy Name January 24, 2021 Text: Mark 1:21-24 Epiphany IV Redeemer “The Visible & Invisible Cosmic War on Earth” Part II The first twenty verses of Mark's gospel is a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Victory Over Darkness Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Jan 31, 2021

While we shouldn’t make the mistake of acting like the devil doesn’t exist, we shouldn’t forget that we have victory over him as well.

Scripture Reading: Mark 5:1-20 They went across the lake to the region of the Gerasenes. When Jesus got out of the boat, a man with an impure spirit came from the tombs to meet him. This man lived in the tombs, and no one could bind him anymore, not even with a chain. For he had often been chained ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 1, 2021

What did Simeon mean when he said that Jesus was going to cause the rising and falling of many? [Watch video: https://youtu.be/dl0sCOH54JY]

Scripture Reading: Luke 2:22-32 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Skeletons In The Closet Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 4, 2021

Are you worried that those skeletons you have buried in the closet will come out to point a finger at you? Well, give Jesus the key and let him clean them out!

Scripture Reading: Mark 6:14-29 King Herod heard about this, for Jesus’ name had become well known. Some were saying, “John the Baptist has been raised from the dead, and that is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” Others said, “He is Elijah.” And still others claimed, “He is a prophet, like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Habits Of Pruning, Part 1: Sabbath (Exodus 16) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 8, 2021

Sabbath reminds us that God's got this. And He's got us, too.

Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Exodus 16. We’re going to look at several scripture passages this morning, but the biggest chunk is going to come from Exodus 16, so you can go ahead and turn there. For the past several weeks we’ve been talking about developing spiritual disciplines. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 16:21-30, Hebrews 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Habits Of Abiding, Part 2: Community And Accountability Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 8, 2021

We don't often think of community as a spiritual discipline. But its one the body of Christ literally can't do without.

Good morning. Please turn in your Bibles to Romans chapter 15. We are continuing our series on spiritual disciplines. When we started this, I introduced you to this illustration of building a trellis—a framework on which your spiritual life can grow. The trellis helps the plant grow in a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

I Want To Walk Out Of The Valley Like David Did Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Feb 12, 2021

Two people may enter the same Valley, but they may come out of the Valley with completely different outcomes.

Introduction Last week, in the Valley of Elah, we saw David’s breakout. He was no longer fighting the bear or fighting the lion to save his sheep; he was now fighting a giant named Goliath because he was mocking the greatness of Israel's God. And David was not going to stand for that; so, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Habits Of Pruning, Part 2: Fasting (Matthew 6:16-18) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 13, 2021

Fasting is probably the least understood of the spiritual disciplines. But it has the potential to be one of the most rewarding.

[I am very grateful to SermonCentral contributor Jim Luthy for his sermon "To Fast or Not to Fast." His opening illustration and structure formed the backbone of this sermon.] Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Matthew 6. How many of you are tea drinkers? I know we are in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Jeremiah 14:10-11, Isaiah 58:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Hearts Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 15, 2021

A hard heart prevents us from understanding spiritual truths. What causes it, and what’s the antidote? [Watch video: https://youtu.be/xfdCdhRhS3I]

Scripture Reading: Mark 8:14-21 The disciples had forgotten to bring bread, except for one loaf they had with them in the boat. “Be careful,” Jesus warned them. “Watch out for the yeast of the Pharisees and that of Herod.” They discussed this with one another and said, “It is because we have no ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

So Many Thoughts On Prayer

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 16, 2021

Learn to pray persistently more with right motives to our Heavenly Father who answers with goodness.

SO MANY THOUGHTS ON PRAYER LUKE 11:1-13 #prayer INTRODUCTION… preceptaustin.org/prayer_devotionals_and_illustrations David Jeremiah is a Southern Baptist minister and you can hear him on the radio on ‘Turning Point’ and he has also written a few books. He has a 2004 book called “Prayer: The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Retaliation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 19, 2022

The spirit of retaliation is natural to the unregenerate mind. It belongs to the animal part of our nature. It creeps into our earliest feelings as little children. And it is one of the most difficult of evils to overcome.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5:38-42 (Retaliation) MATTHEW 5:38-42, NIV 38 You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' 39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other cheek also. 40 And if anyone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

A Walk

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Jul 22, 2022

How to develop an enduring and meaningful walk with God

For several decades we have heard physicians, nutritionists, physical therapists and even the neighborhood yoga instructor telling us that America is getting too fat. One of the remedies they suggest involves turning off the TV, getting off the sofa and taking a walk. Pretty good advice, but walk ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Adventist

Ephesians 6

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 3, 2022

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I’m glad I’m finishing this series. Paul continues talking about family, quoting from Exodus 20. 1. Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 HONOR YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER (which is the first commandment with a promise), 3 SO THAT IT MAY BE WELL WITH YOU, AND THAT YOU MAY ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard