Sermons on Starting Poorly:

Corruption Occurs Everywhere Even In Church

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

The church is not invulnerable to the possibility of corruption. The church human leaders therefore corruption will exist. Learn to recognize it because then you can stop it.

The Pharisees started as a sect with a noble and perhaps a divine purpose. They were organized to resist the Hellenization of the Holy Land. The Seleucids wanted to change Galilee and Judah into a paradise of Greek Hellenism. The Pharisee sect was formed in 168 B.C.E. to combat this infringement on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Pentecost Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 16, 2023

The church was born on Pentecost to proclaim and communicate the gospel to the ends of the earth.

Hey guys, today we're going to talk about the birth of the church at Pentecost. So, grab your Bibles and let's check out Acts 1:1-9, Acts 2:1-47, and John 3:16. Now, I want you to imagine a birthday party. You know, with cake, balloons, and presents. But this isn't just any birthday party; it's the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-9

Topics: Pentecost

Love In Action: Serving Like Jesus Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 4, 2023

As disciples, we are called to serve others with love, following the example set by Jesus. This service begins in our families, extends to our communities, and impacts the world.

Today, we're going to talk about serving others. You know, like helping out at home, at school, or in our community. But we're not just talking about any kind of serving. We're talking about serving like Jesus did. Let's start with a story. Imagine you're at a fancy dinner party. Everyone's dressed ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, 1 John 3:18

Topics: Servant Leadership, Biblical Humility, Compassionate Actions, Selfless Love

I Have Seen Jesus! Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 18, 2024

The resurrection of Jesus is not just a historical event, but a transformative experience that invites us into a new relationship with God.

You know how in movies, something crazy happens and you're like, No way, that can't be real! Well, that's how some people feel about Jesus' resurrection. But it's not about whether it happened or not, it's about what it means for us today. So, let's dive in. But it's not about whether it happened ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Topics: Easter, Afterlife, Miracles, Salvation

A Prayer Of Thanks Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Nov 12, 2024

The main idea is to learn to be grateful for what we have and find contentment in it, rather than constantly wanting more.

Hey guys, let's talk about something we all struggle with - always wanting more. You know, that new phone, the latest sneakers, or even more followers on Instagram. It's like we're stuck on a treadmill, always chasing after the next big thing. But have you ever stopped to think about what you ...read more

Topics: Materialism, Consumer Culture, Mindful Living, Simplicity

Never Have A Discussion With A Talking Snake! - Genesis 3:1-7 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 23, 2021

I’ll share with you things about temptation.

I’m really glad that you are here, either online or here, because it makes a statement about you that you are interested in growing spiritually. That’s something we have in common. That we want to grow spiritually. That’s what Calvary Chapel is about. You know the value of learning. We never stop ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Be A History Maker

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

There are courses offered for everything from how to get divorced to how to sue a church. Is there a course on ’how to be a history maker’?

Exodus 3:1-7 We are offered courses for everything: How to get divorced; How to sue a church How to marry into money But is there a course on ‘How to be a history maker’? – in the Bible there is Characteristics of a history maker: Boldness; anointing; faith; used what he had; teachable; started ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

When A Day Turns Dark

Contributed by Ricky Maye on Dec 19, 2010

The word night has interesting implications in the hebrew, defining the night depper than just a time of the day leads us into a new study of what it means to be the light of the world.

“life is a road where sightseeing is encouraged, where shortcuts aren’t a timesaber but a lesson learned.” I want to share with you one of the most amazing things I have been able to show people. This is from the chapter entitled “A Simple understanding of your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:62-63

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Amazing Manifestations Of The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 16, 2018

When you allow Precious Holy Spirit to work with you and through you, you live an amazing life full of confidence, boldness and beauty

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: THE PROMISE OF THE FATHER pt.5 (THE AMAZING MANIFESTATIONS OF THE SPIRIT OF GOD) Acts 2:5-8 King James Version (KJV) 5 And there were dwelling at Jerusalem Jews, devout men, out of every nation under heaven. 6 Now when this was noised abroad, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5-8

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Church Has Always Been Unified

Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015

No doubt there have to be differences among you to show which of you have God’s approval. - 1 Corinthians 11:19 God's heart is for the unity of the body of Christ. There is a greek word for "differences" or "factions" in this verse is where we ge ..

No doubt there have to be differences among you to show which of you have God’s approval. - 1 Corinthians 11:19 God's heart is for the unity of the body of Christ. There is a greek word for "differences" or "factions" in this verse is where we get the word for heresies. Though these factions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Blame"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 24, 2011

Blaming othlers will eat away at you. This lesson will help you to finally let go of blaming others.

Blame - criticize somebody: to find fault with somebody – Encarta Dictionary Have you ever been around someone who thinks they do no wrong and only blames others? That person may even be you. The reason people blame others is that they are unhappy with their own lives. They don’t want ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:3

One Day In Your Courts

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

One day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere. The amount of content we acquire about God in God’s courts in one day, it would take more than 1000 days to find elsewhere.

One day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere. The amount of content we acquire about God in God’s courts in one day, it would take more than 1000 days to find elsewhere. The content could be wisdom of God, knowledge of God, God’s glory, and so on. When we spend one day in God’s ...read more

Scripture Or Tradition

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 1, 2021

When is it time to challenge church leadership as to whether or not they are following the Scripture? The last was 1517 and we called that the Reformation. It is time for another Reformation.

Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 7:1-13 For 2000 years, the church has been creating ordinances for the people of God to follow. Many of these ordinances are not based on biblical Scripture but on the theological beliefs developed over the centuries. For example, in the Catholic Church, a priest ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Prayer In Marriage And Binding Hearts Together Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

Prayer is a powerful tool that can bring husbands and wives closer together, binding their hearts in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other.

As believers, we know that prayer is a powerful tool that can bring us closer to God and to each other. In marriage, prayer can be a game-changer, binding the hearts of husband and wife together in a way that strengthens their relationship and deepens their love for each other. A Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

A Light Has Dawned Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Jesus is the light of the world, and by following Him, we can leave the darkness behind and enter into God's kingdom of love, goodness, and light.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something super important, and I promise it's going to be interesting. We're going to talk about Jesus being the light of the world and how He can lead us out of darkness and into God's kingdom. We'll be looking at Matthew 4:12-23. But first, let's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Topics: Spiritual Enlightenment, Divine Guidance, Faith Journey, Light And Darkness