Sermons on Step Forward:

As The Summer Turns To Snow Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 15, 2011

As the summer turns to snow, we thank God for the richness of our past years as well as the many blessings He will have in store for our future years.

As we inch our way into the upcoming months, I am reminded of two favorite songs I really liked while growing up, entitled “See You In September” and “The Summer Song.” Both were love songs, and both were recorded in the early sixties when I was just this side of a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:12-14

Denomination: Christian Church

It’s Ok To Low Crawl

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 26, 2016

Crawling forward is still advancing.

2 Cor 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Having served in three branches, I have plenty of “war stories.” I grew up reading ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

Mary, David, Paul And Margaret: One Thing Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Sep 10, 2022

Mary, David, Paul and Margaret teach us to value One Thing above everything else. Indeed that One Thing is the only thing that's essential.

How important is Jesus in your life? QUITE important? VERY important? One of several things that are essential? Or, the ONE THING that is truly essential? Over the period to Christmas we’re mainly looking at Revelation. But we’re also having some talks about people in the Bible. In each case, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4, Luke 10:41-42, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Ahead (New Year’s) Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of looking forward to the future with hope and expectation as a Christ-follower.

Several years ago, I saw an interview with professional golfer Tom Lehman, who happens to be a Christian. But I really appreciate how Tom lives out his faith as a person in the public eye. He never hijacks a conversation to talk about Jesus. If a sportscaster asks him about his faith, he is happy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 8:28, Philippians 3:13-14

Topics: Future Hope, God's Plan, Moving Forward

You Got Issues Pt. 2 Physical Limitations Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 1, 2022

There are times when we have limitations that seem to keep us from moving forward. Sometimes we have to press through those limitations to get in touch with Jesus.

Intro: This morning I talked about the mental strong holds we face and tonight I will conclude with the physical limitations we may face I. Physical Limitations This healing is second of three that take place here in chapter 5. Many have come to call this the Mark Sandwich because of its unique ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

The Right Time To Rebuild Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 28, 2016

A sermon examining the transition from procrastination to progress among the people of God.

The Right Time To Rebuild Haggai 1:6-15 Several years ago we (as a church) felt led to invest our time, money and resources into remodeling our church building. This facility was erected in 1979 and over the years time had taken it's toll. In all honesty, much of the work should have been done ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

Tripping Over The Big Obstacle

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 21, 2009

We struggle against sins (actions), sin (attitude), and evil (forces greater than ourselves). We must have Christ’s help to keep from falling. (Delivered by gradually stretching down the chancel steps).

Walking looks like the simplest thing in the world, unless and until. Walking is something we do without even thinking about it, unless and until. Unless you are a toddler, just learning to use your legs; then walking becomes a matter of holding on to the coffee table for dear life, taking two ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Steps To Forgiveness - How To Begin Living Forgiven.

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 23, 2001

The real spiritual battle of forgiveness goes on in our mind and in our thoughts

1. HUMILITY “Humility is beyond a shadow of a doubt the most significant element of forgiveness. It is directly opposed to pride. Where pride seeks selfish gain, humility seeks selfless gain. True humility is to esteem another more greatly than yourself.” “To humble oneself before God in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, 1 Peter 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Three-Step Approach To Handling Life

Contributed by Todd Schäve on Jun 27, 2001

When when you want to see better days and you don’t know what to do, follow the advice of Palms 34:14, which is God’s three step approach on how to deal with life’s difficult situations when you are angry, hurt, scared, tired or confused.

God’s Three-Step Approach to Handling Life     When when you want to see better days and you don’t know what to do, follow the advice of Palms 34:14, which is God’s three step approach on how to deal with life’s difficult situations when you are angry, hurt, scared, tired or confused: “Turn from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:14, 1 Peter 3:11

Denomination: Baptist

Six Steps For Bringing About Eternal Change

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 20, 2003

Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men. When they heard this, they left everything and followed Him." (Matt 4:19-21)

HOW TO USE THE SIX STEPS OF INNOVATION IN EVANGELISM & LEADERSHIP Jesus said, "Follow Me and I will make you fishers of men. When they heard this, they left everything and followed Him." (Matt 4:19-21) RELATIONSHIPS, DIAGNOSIS, ACQUIRE RESOURCES, SOLUTIONS, ACCEPTANCE, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

4 Steps To Welcome Jesus Into Your Life

Contributed by Rick Sunstrom on Mar 8, 2006

This sermon is based on the text of Mark 11:1-17 and gives you 4 things you can do to welcome the presence of the Lord into your life.

4 Steps to Welcome Jesus into Your Life 3/20/05 1) Be willing to let the Lord use what you have Mark 11:1-6 As Jesus and his disciples approached Jerusalem, they came to the towns of Bethphage and Bethany, on the Mount of Olives. Jesus sent two of them on ahead. 2"Go into that village over ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nine Steps To Improving Your Personal Devotions

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 23, 2004

(Sin to Confess - Promise to Claim - Attitude to Change - Command to Obey - Example to Follow - Person to Imitate - Error to Avoid - Truth to Believe - Something to praise and thank God about). I Corinthians 13

Nine Steps to Improving Your Personal Devotions (I Cor 13:4-8) Illustration:"I have met many young mothers who are discouraged by their inadequate devotional life. The term "quiet time" only reminds them how little "quiet" or "time" they have for Bible reading, prayer, and meditation. When my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guideline #5: Step Out With A Bold Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Oct 14, 2003

Active faith: what it requires and the results of its implementation in the church

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GROWING A GREAT CHURCH” TEXT: HEBREWS 11:1-6 TITLE: Guideline #5: “STEP OUT WITH A BOLD FAITH” (Material basically from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. A little old lady was given a much desired mission assignment to the Apache ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How God Stepped Into Chage Oure World

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 17, 2002

How God came to Mary aand changed her life to bring us His Only Son.

How God stepped into change our world The Angel Appears to Mary Luke 1:26-38 Six months after Elizabeth had become pregnant, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a city in Galilee. [27] The angel went to a virgin promised in marriage to a descendant of David named Joseph. The virgin’s name was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Steps To Take Before You Go To War"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 26, 2003

War lurks on the horizon for the United States. The talk of war and peace is deafening as the lines are drawn in our own nation by those who believe we should "act" and those who believe we should "wait." In 2 Chronicles 20:1-19, King Jehoshaphat took a

“Before You Go To War…” 2 Chronicles 20:1-19 There’s talk on the streets. Talks of war. Talks of peace. Talks of protests. Talks of support. There’s lots of talk going on in the cafés, country clubs, break rooms, boardrooms, and bedrooms of America and around the world. People are gathering and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ