Sermons on Transformation Resurrection:

Blessed Are The Flexible

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Aug 19, 2013

It is very easy for us to become set in our ways. This is true not only for individuals, but also for churches. We quickly fall into certain routines, and after we do a thing for a certain period of time, it becomes sacred.

Blessed Are The Flexible Mark 2:13-3:6 13 And He went out again by the seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. Levi (Matthew) Called 14 As He passed by, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting in the tax booth, and He said to him, “Follow Me!” And ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rest 101 Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 1, 2013

God’s rest is based on three things: 1) Personal faith (Hebrews 4:2–3), 2) Sovereign decree (Hebrews 4:5–6), and 3) Immediate action (Hebrews 4:7).

One of the most difficult times to be working is when many other people have the day off. For people in the general or emergency services, there are social or critical services that people avail themselves of, even on holidays. Although it can often mean earning a higher wage, it also can have a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2-7

Denomination: Other

I Shall Not Be Headless (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

Saul says to David: "I have played the fool." Indeed, he had. Due to his wrong choice of consulting a witch, Saul committed the ultimate rebellion & finds himself among biblical characters who committed suicide. Should suicide be an option for Christians?

SERIES: DAVID - A MAN AFTER GOD’S OWN HEART: PART 11: I SHALL NOT BE HEADLESS 1 SAMUEL 31: 1 Now the Philistines fought against Israel; the Israelites fled before them, and many fell dead on Mount Gilboa. 2 The Philistines were in hot pursuit of Saul and his sons, and they killed his sons ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 31:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Purpose: Unknown

Contributed by Adam James on Oct 31, 2016

It is a fact of life that we will go through times of trial, pain, and suffering. This is an encouraging sermon that reminds us that God has a plan for us, and that trials give us an opportunity to grow in faith, wisdom, and maturity.

You know, everything happens for a reason. Even before I was saved, I seemed to have the knowing that nothing in life was a coincidence. I just knew that we encounter experiences in life for a purpose, either to learn an important life lesson, or to grow in some way, but more importantly, to ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Church At Laodicea: A Complacent Church Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

The church at Laodicean

The Church at Laodicea: A Complacent Church - Revelation 3:14-22 - 2/21/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 3. As you’re turning, think about getting ready for church this morning. If you are female, you probably thought through your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Detrimental Competition-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 22, 2017

5 of 8. John the Baptist pointed out the detriments of competitive ministry. But when is competition detrimental to Christian ministry? A competitive spirit is detrimental to Christian ministry when...

DETRIMENTAL COMPETITION-V—John 3:22-36 Attention: Doctor's Advice: A 92 year old man went to the doctor to get a physical. A few days later, the doctor saw the man walking down the street with a gorgeous young lady on his arm. At his follow up visit, the doctor talked to the man & said, "You're ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

Press On! Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 29, 2017

Introduction to our church's Discipleship Path.

ENGAGE During the 2016 Summer Olympics, Allyson Felix was attempting to become the most decorated female athlete in U.S. track and field history in the 400 meters. After trailing the leader, Shaunae Miller, from the Bahamas, for the entire race, Felix began to gain on her down the back stretch, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Made An Impact: How The Thessalonian Church Made An Impact Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 5, 2017

A discussion based study of 1 Thess. 1:1-10

The Church that Made an Impact: HOW the Thessalonian Church Made an Impact Series Series: 1 Thessalonians Chuck Sligh Oct-Nov, 2016 NOTE: This is the second lesson of an extended Bible study of the book of 1 Thessalonians. Each lesson includes discussion questions. Some are open ended questions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Thorns And Grace! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 20, 2016

Thorns and Grace – 2 Corinthians chapter 12 verses 1-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). His Revelations From Christ (vs 1-6). (2). His Thorn in His Flesh (vs 7-10). (3). His Apostolic Signs (vs 11-18). (4). His Courage in Dealing With Sin (vs 19-21). SERMON BODY: Ill: • The photographer for a national magazine; • Was assigned to get photos of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

A Mountain Top Experience Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 29, 2017

A glimpse of glory will keep you going.

A Mountain Top Experience Mark 9:1-13 Rev. Brian Bill January 28-29, 2017 What one incident or event comes to your mind when you think of the life of Jesus? Turn to the person next to you and share what it is… There was one miracle foremost in the Apostle Peter’s memory, so much so that he wrote ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Baptist

Beast From The Land Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 3, 2017

If the second beast has the horns of a lamb, and he speaks like a dragon, the very voice of Satan is heard when he speaks. The mode of Satan’s language is the lie; he is the father of lies (John 8:44).

By: Tom Lowe Date: 10/19/16 Title: Beast from the Land (13:11-18) Revelation 13:11-18 (KJV) 11 And I beheld another beast ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Coming Off The Mountain Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 4, 2017

If we want to share in the glory above, we must follow Him into sufferings below. The glory on the mountain helps us deal with the garbage in the valley.

Coming Off the Mountain Mark 9:14-29 February 4-5, 2017 Rev. Brian Bill Beth and I are coming off a mountaintop experience as we just returned from a week in Virginia to see Jamie and Lydia, our son-in-law and daughter, who just happen to be the parents of our grandson Philip, or as he’s more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

Measuring Up Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 11, 2017

We must do battle against the attitude of personal status and group superiority.

Measuring Up Mark 9:30-41 Rev. Brian Bill February 11-12, 2017 Almost every time we visit my parents my mom gives me some yellowed files or beat up toys that I had when I was growing up. Several years ago I came across some old report cards. I knew I didn’t have the best grades but I had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-41

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom's Restoration Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 16, 2017

If we as a church want to be known as a place of healing for broken people, we restore them spiritually, gently, humbly, and lovingly.

Tell me: If you were caught for drunken driving, and the headlines in the Lyons News said, “So-and-so Arrested for Drunken Driving,” would you go to church the next Sunday? Most people would say, “No,” because they’d be too embarrassed to face their Christian friends. But why not go to church ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Gift Of Hope Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 16, 2017

The birth of Jesus gives us hope that extends to every aspect of my life - past, present, and future.

Advent This morning is the first Sunday of Advent. Most of us are probably familiar with that concept, but for some of us our familiarity may be limited to those calendars with little windows that open up revealing a gift or treat for each day of the month leading up to Christmas. The word ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist