Sermons on Surpass:

Praising God

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018

Have we thought about the Who, When and Where of Praise?

This month we are going to look at the topic of Worship and pastor has asked me to start the topic off with the subject of Praise. Praise is a commonly used word, and it simply means to say or write or express something good about others, or commend something good in others. In the corporate ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Unspeakable Gift

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 17, 2017

God's unspeakable gift is the greatest gift that will ever be given. It encompasses the entire work of redemption. It is the greatest Christmas gift.

God’s Unspeakable Gift II Corinthians 9:15 It’s Christmas: that the time of year when we hustle about looking for the perfect Christmas gift for those we love. But let me ask you, "Have you ever received an indescribable gift?" The world lavishes the market place with some of the most unbelievable ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Core Value 6 - Praying And Worshipping Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 21, 2019

This sermon uses Ephesians 3:14-21 to give biblical teaching on the NEC core value of Praying And Worshipping where we seek “To rely on the power of God by being a community which glorifies God in all that we do.”

Note that I preached on our Core Values in 2010 - four of the six messages were very different to what was preached then, but this one is very similar. As such I have removed the older sermon and just updated it. Message Praying and Worshipping A sermon on Ephesians 3:14-21 Do you have days ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Cap (Or The Roof) (Cont.) The Purposeful Preparation Of God’s People Series

Contributed by Rev. Richard Norman on Jan 10, 2012

Last week we studied the principle of evangelization of the lost. I mentioned during the sermon that in its’ preparation I realized that there was another aspect of evangelization that I noticed in the passage of scripture just prior to my text.

The Cap (or The Roof) (cont.) The Purposeful Preparation of God’s People John 1:29-37 Part 5 in the Series THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH Last week we studied the principle of evangelization of the lost. I mentioned during the sermon that in its’ preparation I realized that there was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-37

Denomination: Nazarene

Memorials With A Mission

Contributed by James Jackson on May 25, 2019

What does it mean that we carry in our body the death of Jesus? On this Memorial Day, remember that our strength comes from His sacrifice, that we are memorials with a mission, and that to fulfill the mission, we must be in motion.

Memorials With a Mission 2 Corinthians 4:7-12; 16-18 7 But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. 8 We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; 9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18, Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Standard Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 2, 2020

God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness.

The Standard Matthew 5:1, 17,10 God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we begin a new seven-week series entitled, “Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down.” • This series will encourage Christians to go beyond ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working Together Series

Contributed by John Bright on Apr 26, 2021

This is the third of four sermons introducing Band Meetings in a new way for today. Here is a link for more information - “Discipleship Bands: A Practical Field Guide” (download a free copy at https://discipleshipbands.com/ )

Series: “Bringing Back the Bands” “Working Together” Ephesians 3:16-19 A sermon for 2/07/21 Ephesians 3 “16 that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His Spirit in the inner man, 17 that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-19, Psalm 119:1-12, 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, Colossians 4:2, Ephesians 5:20, Hebrews 10:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Gives Us His Peace Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Dec 14, 2020

We can know and experience the peace that passes all understanding, only with Jesus. All Bible References are from the NASB.

We long for Peace and the Angels praised God about the Peace He was giving to His people. In their praise to God the angels exclaimed: Luke 2:14 “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace among men with whom He is pleased.” But we live in fearful times. How can we have peace when our ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 24, 2020

God came into this world to become our Savior. So that He could be the blameless lamb who was slain for our sins. He who knew no sin, became sin, so that we may be saved. God came into this world with the fullness of love.

The Hope of a Savior Isaiah 9:6 Since Thanksgiving, the shopping malls have been telling us that "It is the most wonderful time of the year." And it is - for them. For many others, however, it can have many mixed emotions. Christmas is not the same as it was when we were children. As an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, John 3:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thanksgiving - The Fields Are Ripe

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 11, 2020

We need to go beyond being thankful for the blessings we have received this thanksgiving and share with the lost of this world what it is like to be a child of God who has every spiritual blessing in Jesus! The fields are truly ripe!

Thanksgiving – The Fields are Ripe Psalms 138 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As thanksgiving approaches my mouth begins to water and stomach growl as I think about all the mashed potatoes, turkey, stuffing, carrots, dressing and turnip smothered in gravy ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fruit Of The Spirit (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

Last week I threw out 3 challenges. I accepted one of those challenges for you. Today is the 1st of 3 part series titled: Fruit of the Spirit

Last week we discussed being created in God’s image. His character. I went home and that message began to percolate inside me. That night, not long before we went to bed, I told Lisa “I’ve got nothing for next week”. The next morning, my prayer was about Walking by the Fruit of the Spirit. About 5 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Practice What You Know Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 20, 2024

Maintain unity and keep the peace. Stay joyful and entrust anxieties to God. Think biblically and meditate on God's Word.

Phil 4:2-9 PRACTICE WHAT YOU KNOW Having urged the believers to PRESS ON and STAND FIRM in the Lord, the example he has set for them, Paul gives some practical exhortations to the church as he ends the letter. • As in other epistles, Paul gives counsel to the needs specific to the church. In ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-9, Ephesians 4:1-3, Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Comforting The Hurt Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 8, 2023

God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus.

Comforting The Hurt- Peace Jeffery Anselmi / General Comfort and Joy / Hurt; Peace; Comfort / Luke 2:14; Isaiah 40:1–5 God wants to comfort and bring peace to his hurting people and a hurting world through the work of the Messiah, Jesus. INTRODUCTION • Here we are, in the middle of the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In Light Of Our Blessed Hope

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 27, 2024

The reality of Christ's Resurrection should shape all that we are and all that we do as believers. This is a Resurrection Sunday message

Resurrection: Living in Light of our Blessed Hope Text: Philippians 3:1-14 I am so happy that you have chosen to gather with the Church this morning as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ from the dead. For Christians – THIS is one of the most important holidays of the year! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Live Is Christ, To Die Is Gain

Contributed by Mason Davis on Dec 8, 2025

In life or death, be of Christ Jesus

To Live is Christ, to Die is Gain By: C. Mason Davis Former President Harry Truman reportedly told a story about a man in a deep coma who was mistakenly sent to a funeral home. Waking up in a coffin, the man questioned his predicament, saying, "If I'm alive, why am I in a casket? And, if ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:20