Sermons on Strong Beginnings:

Rearview Mirror Faith: Remember Lot’s Wife

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 13, 2025

A divided heart can’t follow Jesus forward; revival begins when we release the past and choose full surrender to the future God offers.

Every vehicle on the road has a rearview mirror. It’s necessary. It’s helpful. It tells you where you’ve been. But no one drives safely by staring into it. The moment the rearview mirror becomes your primary guide, disaster is only a matter of time. And that’s exactly the danger Jesus is warning ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32, Genesis 19:17, Philippians 3:13, Hebrews 12:1, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Love In Action: Serving Like Jesus Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 5, 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

Dedication Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 23, 2023

This sermon explores the divine purpose of Jesus' life, from His humble beginnings to His fulfillment of the Law, as revealed in Luke 2:22-40. Key

Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to see your faces filled with the light of God, eager to hear His word and take it to heart. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a family, bound together by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Scripture today comes from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Ceremonies

No Room PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 8, 2023

Encourages believers to harbor hope, harness God's love, and honor Him through actions, even amidst life's adversities, guided by Christ's humble beginnings.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters united under the banner of Christ's love. We're here to share in the word of the Lord, to find solace in His teachings, and to fortify our faith in the face of life's trials and tribulations. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Topics: Making Room, Jesus' Love

Take Up The Full Armor Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 2, 2003

Paul teaches us how to be strong in Lord in this lesson on taking up the full armor of God. Too many Christians are defensive minded when Paul lists armor that is completely used for soldiers who are in forward motion in the good fight of faith. There is

The Armor of God, My Protection from Satan and His Demons – Eph. 6:10-18 Illustration: Today I learned that my Mother has a deadly form of c-121 ovarian cancer. More than ever I need to be strong in the Lord and the power of His might. But I need something more. I need to continue to march forward ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Worship Experience Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006

Big Idea: I get the most out of worship when I bring together 3 distinct elements to form an exceptionally strong—or perfect—worship experience. 1. Private Preparation, 2. Divine Destination, 3. Public Proclamation

The Perfect Worship Experience The Perfect Storm: A “confluence” (bringing together) of three elements that together created an exceptionally strong storm. If any one element had been displaced in time or space the result would have been far less powerful • but because just the right things ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A Manager Of God's Resources Series

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 24, 2005

In order to help the local congregation be a strong influence to the community to which it serves, it needs your tithes to come here. Your tithes make this ministry stronger. Your tithes help this ministry grow. Your tithes help this ministry reach out

Being a Manager of God’s resources 1 Tim 6:17-19 There are three types of givers. The first is like flint. You have to strike it to get a spark they are hard and rough. The second is like a sponge; you have to squeeze them to get anything out of it. The third type of giver is like a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To 'face' The Challenges Of Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 23, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF LIFE AND EXHORTS US TO HAVE A 1. STRONG FACE 2. VICTORIOUS FACE 3. UNASHAMED FACE 4. RECEIVING FACE 5. HAPPY FACE 6. SHINING FACE 7. SEEING FACE

HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF LIFE ************************************************ OUTLINE 1. STRONG FACE 2. VICTORIOUS FACE 3. UNASHAMED FACE 4. RECEIVING FACE 5. HAPPY FACE 6. SHINING FACE 7. SEEING FACE THE MESSAGE HOW TO ’FACE’ THE CHALLENGES OF ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Highway To Heaven

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

The Highway to Heaven. What is this road? It is the King’s Highway! It spans all the chasms of human wretchedness. It tunnels through all the mountains of earthly difficulty. It’s wide enough and strong enough to hold the entire human race should they ch

The Highway to Heaven Isa. 35:8-10 8 And an highway shall be there, and a way, and it shall be called The way of holiness; the unclean shall not pass over it; but it shall be for those: the wayfaring men, though fools, shall not err therein. 9 No lion shall be there, nor any ravenous beast ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Stronger Man Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Feb 20, 2012

As humans we have been taken prisoner by a strong opponent who wants nothing but to destroy us. We see this captivity and torture revealed graphically as Jesus takes on not one but thousands of demons at once. It is a powerful picture of how our ultimate

Just prior to Chapter 5 Jesus calmed the wind and seas and the disciples said “Who then is this?” As the disciples approach land they find out in spades. In a way, all of chapter 5 involves people imprisoned and the ultimate action hero who comes to set them free. In verses 1 through 20 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Our Struggle Is Not Against Flesh And Blood

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 10, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in

I. EXORDIUM: Are you struggling lately? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our struggles in life came from the enemy not from GOD. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:10-12 (Amplified Bible) In conclusion, be strong in the Lord [be empowered through your union with Him]; draw ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Hands

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 11, 2013

A fascinating study is how the Bible speaks of God having hands, and how this terminology teaches us metaphorically about God's character and attributes. This sermon examines God's fearful hands, saving hands, keeping hands, helping hands & strong hands.

God’s Hands Chuck Sligh August 11, 2013 NOTE: A PowerPoint is available for this sermon upon request by requesting it at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Turn to Hebrews 10 (to be read later) INTRODUCTION Illus. – When I was a small child, I remember a song that was very popular, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Family Affair

Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 13, 2012

The most important thing in our world today is about to be extinct if we do not protect it. This I am referring to is the family. Our nation, churches and society will only be as strong as the families that makes them up. With God’s help there is hope.

A Family Affair Genesis 1:26-31 Vs.28 And God blesses them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth… Mention: Genesis 12:3 In thee all the families of the earth shall be bless Also: Malachi 2:15 That He might seek a godly seed A society of people will never be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Disciplined Living Sermon Vi: Mature Believers Have Nothing To Fear Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 3, 2020

In times when anti-Christian sentiment runs high in our society, mature Christians are rightly disturbed by all the trouble caused by evil doers but nonetheless our strong faith in God our Deliverer sees us through every trial.

PLEASING THE FATHER BY FAITH IN HIM AND HIS SON JESUS CHRIST “We aim to please” is an axiom we hear in advertising and sales, and as a response someone makes to us when we express our appreciation for products and services rendered. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1, Romans 8:28-39

A Study Of Psalm 31 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 2, 2018

David writes, “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD.” Will we submit to God and be faithful, or continue to do things ourselves? Our calling is to be faithful to God, to love Him because of what He has done.

A Study of Psalm 31 Psalm 31 Introduction - Good evening … short intro on new format - Open to all, may allow more to attend due to busy schedules - Comments can be seen by all, questions can be asked through them - Invite: Advent series on SUNDAY mornings – 1 left w/ communion - Looking at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational