Sermons on Start Something:

Why Don't You Do Something For A Change Series

Contributed by Dan Turpin on Nov 5, 2015

Objective and Aim: Everyone will learn how to change their lives by observing two practices that produce growth in ones life (Be Positive for a Change--Act Right for a Change).

Why Don’t You Do Something for a Change (Part Two) 1 Thess. 5:16-18 By: Pastor Dan Turpin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

If You Dont Stand For Something You Will Fall For Anything

Contributed by Bishop Daryl Townes on Mar 19, 2017

A message of encourage to stand firm and strong in the Lord

If you don’t stand for something you will fall for anything Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Galatians Introduction I would like to ask a question, What are you standing for? When we talk about standing we are speaking in the terms of belief or what you know is right in the sight of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon: The Advent Candle Of Joy – Something To Shout About!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 12, 2024

Today leads to the candle of Joy! Biblical joy is more than a happy feeling. It's a lasting emotion that comes from choosing to trust that God will fulfill his promises.“I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people.”

Sermon: The Advent Candle of Joy – Something To Shout About! Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11 “Shout and cheer, Daughter Zion! Raise your voice, Daughter Jerusalem! Your king is coming! a good king who makes all things right, a humble king riding a donkey, a mere colt of a donkey. I’ve had it with ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-11, Luke 2:10, Psalm 16:11, John 16:33, Psalm 40:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Love Becomes Real When It Costs Us Something Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 29, 2025

The Kingdom of Christ is not distant or abstract; it is discovered among the hungry, the sick, the imprisoned, and the forgotten.

Title: Love Becomes Real When It Costs Us Something Intro: The Kingdom of Christ is not distant or abstract; it is discovered among the hungry, the sick, the imprisoned, and the forgotten. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, The Church’s teachings can feel abstract until they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Other

How Could God Do Something Great Through Someone Like Me?! Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 26, 2010

This sermon examines how God sees potential within us that we may not see ourselves.

HIDING OUT: We see ourselves as weak and powerless. - Judges 6:11. - Here we meet Gideon for the first time. - A telling detail that is at first obscure is that he was “threshing wheat in a winepress.” What’s that mean? A winepress was a small pit carved out of rocky ground. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Trouble And New Beginnings

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 24, 2014

Sometimes it takes big problems to bring us to a new beginning.

As we enter a new year, we are hoping to prosper more than we did the previous year and often we are wanting to forget the many trials and troubles we had as well. The Jewish New Year is on first and second days of Tishri (September-October). Though it is on a different calendar day, it means ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:9

Denomination: Baptist

Live In The Present Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 2, 2023

It’s a new year. Now what? For some the possibilities seem to be endless, but for others the future appears uncertain with many challenges. Regardless of whether your future seems bright or bleak, here are some things to keep in mind.

I. A Clear Admonition A. In Isaiah 43:18 God gives us a clear admonition; don’t dwell on the past! If you want to make progress in the future, you must leave the past behind. The past is over and gone. Don’t dwell on what could have been or should have been. It is what it is. Leave it at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:18, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 5:7, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Beginning God...and In The End God. A New Year Message

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 11, 2023

Everything BEGINS with GOD so why would you begin anything without HIM? Everything ENDS with GOD, are you prepared to meet HIM?

2023.01.01 In The Beginning God...and...in The End…God. A Message for the New Year William Akehurst, HSWC My prayer for you. Colossians 1:9-17 (KJV) 9 For this cause we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to desire that ye might be filled with the knowledge of his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Colossians 1:9-17, John 1:1, Psalm 119:105, Proverbs 3:5-8, Psalm 119:49-50, Philippians 4:13, 1 John 5:4-5, Revelation 22:12-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Finish What We've Started For Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 30, 2007

I don’t know about you, but I find it a lot easier to start projects than it is to finish them. Many of us have unfinished projects around the house to prove it. The Christian life can be that way too.

How To Finish What We’ve Started For Christ II Timothy 4:1 Purpose: To explain how a Christian can be faithful. Aim: I want the listener to be inspired so he won’t give up serving Christ. REVIEW: 1:1-2:13I. How Should a Christian React to Stress? 2:14-26 II. How Should a Christian Relate to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is Fasting And How To Get Started Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on May 6, 2019

Fasting is a non-required discipline.

A. CHRISTIAN FASTING IS A NON-REQUIRED DISCIPLINE Jesus said, “When you fast” (Matthew 6:16). Did Jesus mean you must fast, or did He give you an option? “If you fast?” Christian fasting is described: 1. Alters your diet, or 2. Eliminates food and/or drink 3. For a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Your Best Thanksgiving Starts With This! - Do It Now! Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 20, 2021

It is your God-given responsibility as a man, especially if you have children, to teach these things to your family. Fathers must have a renewed sense of purpose when these times approach.

Thanksgiving is an American Christian God given holiday and it is quickly approaching. This is the first of three parts on how men, in their roles as husbands and fathers should promote and celebrate Thanksgiving. Why Celebrate Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is an American Christian Holiday. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Confirmations About Jesus At The Start Of His Ministry Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 20, 2023

This passage establishes the beginning of Jesus' ministry. What does it tell us about who He is and what His ministry will be?

ONE ENTERS, ONE EXITS: Jesus’ ministry starts as John the Baptist concludes. - Luke 3:19-20. - Our primary subject this evening is the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and some of the signs we are given at this start to give us confidence in Him. - We noted last week at the end of the sermon that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-38

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Fasting And How To Get Started Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

Christian fasting is a non-required discipline. It alters your diet, eliminates food and/or drink, for a biblical purpose, and accompanied with prayer.

A. CHRISTIAN FASTING IS A NON-REQUIRED DISCIPLINE Jesus said, “When you fast” (Matthew 6:16). Did Jesus mean you must fast, or did He give you an option? “If you fast?” Christian fasting is described: 1. Alters your diet, or 2. Eliminates food and/or drink 3. For a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Response When The Prophets Start Lying Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 27, 2024

This chapter is rich in details of what false prophets look like, what the practical consequences of false prophecy are, and how God will respond to false prophets.

- [This is more of a Wednesday evening study. Lots of points.] WHAT MANY PRESUME: If the religious leaders are saying it, it must be from God. WHAT DOES THEIR FALSE PROPHECY LOOK LIKE? 1. It’s out of their imagination. - Ezekiel 13:2, 17-18. 2. They follow their own spirit. - Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Solomon's Start (2 Chronicles 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 4, 2025

What can we learn from a wise man who started well, but ended up an apostate?

What can we learn from an extremely wise and wealthy man, who started well but died an apostate? Will we remain faithful to the end? Let’s begin in 2 Chronicles 1. What was one of Solomon’s first acts as King? Did he start out right? King Solomon, the son of David, was now in complete control of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist