Sermons on Transcends:

The Purpose Driven Prayer Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Jun 10, 2019

Introduction: “Purpose” seems to be the buzz word today, wouldn’t you say? This text is the first of two prayers in the letter.

Introduction: “Purpose” seems to be the buzz word today, wouldn’t you say? This text is the first of two prayers in the letter. Its very position drives home its purpose. “For this reason” could look back to God’s blessings (1:3-14), or it could look forward to the news Paul had received about ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Rescued By The Lamb, The Good Guys Win.

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 24, 2024

All the incidental stuff like Gog and Magog and the Beast and the Great Whore of Babylon will not matter then, because they will have been among those rolled up in the great Rug of Evil and thrown into the flaming pit.

Friday of the 34th Week in Course 2024 Probably a few metric tons of ink have been spilled over the generations as scholas and preachers tried to make sense of the Revelations of St. John. But a few things in this murky and often confusing part of God’s Word come through to us quite clearly. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:29-33, Luke 21:28, Revelation 20:1-4, Revelation 20:11-15, Revelation 21:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Desert Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Dec 1, 2023

It is an opportunity to rediscover our absolute dependence on God, acknowledging that our hearts are restless until they find rest in Him.

In the poignant narrative of today's gospel, we find ourselves in the presence of John the Baptist, standing resolute in the vast expanse of the desert. His impassioned plea echoes across the arid landscape, reaching the ears of the people of Judea. With unwavering conviction, he implores them ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

Obedience Better Than Sacrifice Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2022

Unlike any other nation, the Hebrews had a conviction, seared into their collective consciousness by the mighty deeds of God, that the one God, ruler of heaven and earth, had picked them out to be His special people.

Monday of 2nd Week in Course 1 Sam 15: 16-23; Mark 2: 18-22 One of my friends who can’t attend daily Mass but devoutly reads the lessons each day was commenting on “how boring” the recent readings from Samuel are. Well, it’s good to be candid about your understanding of Scripture, but it’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:16-23, Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Catholic

Rejoice In The Lord

Contributed by Rolando, Jr Pama on Sep 11, 2021

Introduction: • In this time of pandemic, many people become depressed, discouraged and anxious.

REJOICE IN THE LORD ALWAYS. a. Rejoice means ( Merriam Webster Dictionary ) to give you or to feel joy or great delight. b. To rejoice means to have or to possess great joy and delight. c. To rejoice in the Lord is to have joy. d. In times of plague, it can be hard to rejoice in the Lord. e. When ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Perfect Peace: Transformed By Trust Isaiah 26:3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024

Isaiah 26:3 reveals the transformative power of trusting in God completely, leading us into a life marked by unwavering peace amidst life's challenges and uncertainties.

Perfect Peace: Transformed by Trust Isaiah 26:3 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound promise of perfect peace found in Isaiah 26:3. This verse reveals the transformative power of trusting in God completely, leading us into a life marked by unwavering peace amidst life's challenges and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 4:8, John 14:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Unselfish, Ever-Giving Love Of Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 1, 2025

Christ's unchanging love, entering into our ever-changing lives and worlds, can only be effective if we allow ourselves to expand our hearts and lives to try to love Him in return.

Friday of the 22nd Week in Course 2025 (St. Teresa of Calcutta) “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being.” That is how St. John the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39, Psalm 86:3-5, Colossians 1:15-20, John 1:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Cleansing The Temple

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 26, 2024

Cleansing the Temple

Cleansing the Temple Scripture: John 2:13-25 Reflection Jesus cleanses the temple in Jerusalem, driving out the merchants and money changers. This event holds profound significance, revealing aspects of Jesus' character and mission. Here, we delve into the rich layers of this passage, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Other

Holy Living In A Xxx World

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 22, 2003

Believers must accept God’s authority and will regarding sexual issues.

1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 Holy Living in a XXX World Introduction Before I begin this morning’s message, I want you to know that this message is really not suitable for our younger children. If you would like to dismiss your children to children’s chapel you are perfectly welcome to do so. I think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Burning Bush Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 17, 2025

Moses encounters God in the burning bush and is offered a second chance

The Story of Moses: Calling Exodus 3 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 03-16–2025 Power of a Second Chance It was my freshman year of college and emotionally I was a wreck. A break up with my high school girlfriend had sent me into a tailspin. I had an 8:00 class that I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 2 – The One True God: His Oneness And Nature Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 25, 2025

This sermon explores the attributes of God.

Lesson 2 – The One True God: His Oneness and Nature Introduction: Not All Gods Are Alike In a world of many gods, Israel proclaimed something radical: “The LORD is one.” (Deuteronomy 6:4) Ancient Near Eastern religions told stories of many gods at war, limited in power, shifting in mood. But ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being Enlarged In His Life

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 30, 2001

And perhaps a more comprehensive statement of the feelings with which the gay people of the world regard Christians cannot be found than in this expression, "as sorrowful." True, they are not free from sorrow. They are tried like others. They have peculia

Being Enlarged in His Life 2 Cor. 6:10 As made sorrowful yet always rejoicing; as poor yet enriching many; as having nothing and yet possessing all things. As sorrowful, Grieving, afflicted, troubled, sad. Under these sufferings we seem always to be cast down and sad. We endure afflictions that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

8 Wonders Of The World

Contributed by Frank Martin on Apr 13, 2005

A faith twist on a worldly notion

8th Wonders of the world Man has consistently looked to glorify himself and the works of his hands. Routinely we award one another for acts or feats that we use to set us apart or above others. This is contrary to the nature of God. When we look to elevate ourselves, we till ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Of Calling And Completion

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 30, 2004

Fulfillment in life can be found through focus on Christ and defining His calling for your life.

Introduction: The elusive experience of completion Throughout my teenage years I had a Golden Retriever dog named Genny… tennis ball was her life focus… and when she retrieved it… retuned… proud… wagging… her calling was complete. Birthday party for her.. a friend brought an entire box of tennis ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rapture Series

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jul 12, 2003

The Rapture is not meant to scare us but to comfort and encourage us to live out our lives in and for Christ.

Sermon: The Rapture I Thess 4:13-5:11 June 22, 2003 MESSAGE: The Bible it explicit that there will be rapture, again the order of events isn’t clear, tribulation, 1000 year reign, etc…. we don’t know but the rapture for us is meant to comfort us not make us fearful. What we do know is ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist