Sermons on Straining Toward What Is Ahead:

Getting Ahead From Behind

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 11, 2025

God delights in lifting those who trust in Him, even when they seem to be at the back. He specialises in taking the ignored, rejected, and delayed, and bringing them into honour and destiny fulfilment.

GETTING AHEAD FROM BEHIND By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:11-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, Ecclesiastes 9:11, Matthew 19:30, Genesis 41:39-44, Judges 6:14-16 INTRODUCTION: In life, there are many who begin the journey from disadvantaged positions—unnoticed, unrecognised, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hazards Ahead: Watch Out! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 13, 2019

Life is like a journey on a winding mountain road; we need to be alert to the hazards!

Hazards Ahead: Watch Out! (Proverbs 27:4-7) 1. Moms come in all varieties. Rather than share a joke about moms, today I will share a couple of humorous true stories: My mother, a master of guilt trips, showed me a photo of herself waiting by a phone that never rings. “Mom, I call all the time,” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Goes Ahead Of You Series

Contributed by U Benjamin on Jan 12, 2013

Matt 26.32. Jesus told his disciple “After I have risen I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” and He did! If you ask me, I can tell you, ‘He goes ahead of us’.

Matt 26.32. Jesus told his disciple “After I have risen I will go ahead of you into Galilee.” and He did! If you ask me, I can tell you, ‘He goes ahead of us’. He goes ahead of us to restore us back to our calling: Why was Jesus going to Galilee ahead of His disciples? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:32

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moving Ahead For Our Master

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 7, 2007

Our greatest goal as a church must be to grow. How can we move ahead for our Master? God’s Word gives us 6 great answers in these verses.

Moving Ahead for Our Master Acts 20:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Nov. 28, 2007 *This morning I sent out a letter to all of our church families about the great Christmas season we should have this year. It should be one of our best Christmases ever. Of course we will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Way Ahead Ii Series

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jun 11, 2008

A useful and clear outline for preaching your own exciting message about eternity future. Heaven will not bore! Not everyone gets in...

Looking Way Ahead II Eric J. Hanson December 2, 2007 The Less Pleasant Side of Things: Not everyone gets in: (Matthew 25) The Ten Virgins (1-13) The Talents (14-30) The Sheep and the Goats (31-46) Hell, An Unfortunate Reality (July 7, 2002) Now, for those who DO get into the Kingdom of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Leaving The Past Behind And Moving Forward With Jesus. Hebrews 12

Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 12, 2025

A message about moving forward in our lives. Putting the past behind and moving toward the goals in life that the Lord has for us.

Good Morning Grab your bible and say this with me This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what it says I can do. Today I will be taught more of the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same. I am about to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking Back To See Ahead

Contributed by Steaven Snow on Jan 14, 2005

The Blessings of the past are mile-makers for the future.

Looking Back to See Ahead TEXT: Joshua 5:1-12 1 And it came to pass, when all the kings of the Amorites, which were on the side of Jordan westward, and all the kings of the Canaanites, which were by the sea, heard that the LORD had dried up the waters of Jordan from before the children of Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Out With The Old

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 24, 2013

An annual message for reflection during New Year's

Out with the Old New Year’s Message December 30, 2012 Morning Service Some of the questions for reflection are adapted from John Wesley and the material from Nelson Searcy's Year End Podcast. 10 Resolutions anyone can keep 1. Gain weight, at least 30 pounds. 2. Stop exercising. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2023

Explore the concept of faith, its importance in our lives, and how it is a trust in God even when the path ahead is unclear.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving deep into the profound yet simple essence of faith. We're going to explore what faith is, how it's proven, and the incredible power it holds in our lives. 'Cause let's be honest, sometimes we all need a little reminder about the basics, right? As ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Topics: Faith, Automatic

Overcoming Your Past

Contributed by Kevin Bockus on Jan 7, 2008

There are negative things from our past that hold us back, we can overcome the past and experience a great today and tomorrow.

Text: Philippians 3:12-14, Luke 15 - Prodigal Title: Overcoming Your Past Subject: Overcoming sin and faults Proposition: You can overcome your past. Interrogative: How can I overcome my past? Transition: Scripture shares with us several truths to help us overcome our past. Objective: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Holiness

A Journey Towards Hope: The Emmaus Road Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Mar 4, 2024

On this journey, we’ll look at three secrets. We see these secrets in two of Jesus disciples that were on this road to Emmaus. What they found and what we’ll find is a renewed a hope that erases exhaustion, emptiness, and enslavement.

A Journey Towards Hope: The Emmaus Road Luke 24:13-35 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwtJr_xu1Vw With all that is happening in our world today, there are Three Basic Secrets simmering just beneath the surface that no one wants to admit. 1. We Feel Exhausted Most of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Foursquare

People On The Move

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 6, 2010

We can and must keep moving ahead in our relationship with and service for Jesus. Here are several moves of a Christ follower.

People on the Move Philippians 3:10-16 10 I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, to attain to the resurrection from the dead. 12 Not that I have already obtained all this, or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Does God Want With Me? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

One of these fall mornings when the temperature drops, you're going to walk outside and when you breathe, you'll see a vapor cloud. Watch how fast it disappears: That's the length of your life according to the Bible.

INTRODUCTION A few weeks ago, I was channel surfing on my satellite radio, and I heard a pop song that kept repeating, “What do you want from me?” I tend to baptize, or biblicize everything I hear, so that phrase made me wonder if people ever stop and ask God, “God, what do you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Our Love For Christ

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jul 28, 2025

There is a huge difference between enjoying a person who gives gifts and enjoying the gifts instead of the person. God is our all satisfying treasure and Father and Friend and Savior.

Our Love for Christ Grace to you peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Today I want to explain how we can deepen “Our Love for Christ.” A personal relationship with Christ is a transformative connection with Jesus Christ, characterized by faith, trust, intimacy, and a commitment to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacrificial Bravery PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024

This sermon challenges believers to confront complacency, embrace courage, and commit to living a life that glorifies God, following Christ's example.

Good morning, beloved in Christ. I am delighted to stand before you today, a humble servant, tasked with sharing the richness of God's word. As we gather in fellowship, I am reminded of the words of Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "A Bible that’s falling apart usually belongs to someone who ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-28

Topics: Walk Away, Walk Towards