Sermons on Transformational:

One Last Road Trip

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 4, 2018

On Elijah's final day on Earth, he and Elisha go on one last road trip together… and it's a journey we can all learn from

(Note for readers: There is a short Children’s Message at the beginning, followed by the sermon for an adult audience) CHILDREN’S MESSAGE Have you ever watched the Olympics on TV? When runners are in a relay race, each runner goes all the way around the track and then hands off a stick (or baton) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-11, Joshua 4:1-20, Genesis 28:17-19, Genesis 35:1-15, 2 Timothy 4:6-7, Hebrews 11:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Go! And... Let The Word Cut Deep - Hebrews 4:12 (Nlt) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 17, 2025

When you open your Bible—the Word of God opens you.

Go! And... Let the Word cut deep - Hebrews 4:12 (NLT) INTRODUCTION — “THE BOOK THAT READS YOU” If you were to walk into a surgery and see an X-ray machine glowing, you would understand its power: it reveals what the naked eye cannot see. In the same way, when you open your Bible, something far ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12, 1 Peter 1:23, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Jeremiah 23:29, John 1:14, Psalm 119:105, James 1:22, Romans 10:9, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Imputed Righteousness Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 8, 2024

Message deals with the imputation of sin to Christ on the cross, where divine justice was served, and the imputation (crediting) of Christ's righteousness to those who put their faith in him. The practical benefits of this are addressed.

Intro Have you ever read something, and when you finished, you asked yourself, “What did I just read? What did these paragraphs say?” A common reason for that is we did not know what some of the words meant, so we just skimmed over them. There is a word in our text today that is tempting to skim ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25, 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:1-6, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Genesis 15:6, 1 John 1:9, 1 Peter 3:18, 1 Corinthians 15:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power Of Impactful Faith

Contributed by Dr. Nichol Burris on Dec 3, 2023

In a world where challenges abound, and uncertainties often cast shadows on our path, our faith, when nurtured with purpose and intention, possesses the transformative power to not only sustain us but to make a lasting impact on our lives and the lives of those around us.

The Power of Impactful Faith Great morning! Great morning! Great morning! This morning I want to explore the profound and transformative nature of faith. In a world filled with uncertainties and challenges, our faith becomes the anchor that both SUSTAINS and EMPOWERS us to make a lasting impact on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 2:17, Philippians 4:13

Go! And… Have The Mind Of Christ - Philippians 2:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 20, 2025

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: Does my attitude reflect the mind of Christ? Or are my actions driven by selfish ambition, pride, or fear? Paul wrote in Philippians 2:5, “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.” These words are a call to radical transformation.

Go! And… Have the Mind of Christ - Philippians 2:5 Philippians 2:5 (NLT) – “You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.” Introduction Today, I want to speak directly to your heart about something that can transform not only your relationship with God but also how you walk in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:3-4, Romans 12:2, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 1 Peter 1:3, James 4:10, Mark 10:45, Colossians 3:1-2, 1 John 1:9, Romans 10:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Drawing Near In The Beauty Of Holiness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025

Drawing near to God in the beauty of holiness is not only a privilege but a divine expectation. The more we behold Him, the more we become like Him. Holiness is not about external rules, but an internal transformation that reflects God's nature and attracts His presence.

DRAWING NEAR IN THE BEAUTY OF HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 96:9 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Isaiah 6:1-5, Matthew 5:8, Leviticus 11:44 INTRODUCTION: God desires that we draw near to Him, but He invites us to do so in the beauty of holiness. The presence ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:9, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Longing For The Good Old Days

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 19, 2020

Many Christians long for a bygone era of glory - the early church, perhaps, or the 1950s. This sermon looks at that desire to go backward and where we should focus instead.

LONGING FOR THE "GOOD OLD DAYS": 1. THE EARLY CHURCH. - Acts 2:1-4, 41-47; Acts 15:1-41; 1 Corinthians 5:1-13. - Probably the first time that comes to mind is the early church as the “good old days.” - And as we look at Acts 2:1-4, 41-47, there is much to rejoice in. - But we have to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Fear God?

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 2, 2001

Our fear of what he might do to us is transformed into a reverence and awe before his great mercy. Although our sins deserve severe judgment, God has chosen to show love and mercy to all who seek him.

What does it mean to fear God? APPROPRIATE FEAR BIBLE READING: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 KEY BIBLE VERSE: And now, O Israel, what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God, to walk in all his ways, to love him, to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:12-22, Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 1 Of 7! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005

A life transforming and a challenge to fruitfullness in the Kingdom of God and life.An eye opener that in Christian walk there are many things that can limit us,things that we regard as normal.These include time,tradition,age and so forth.Break them!

“And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.” mark 4:35 Going beyond natural & common barriers! You are crossing over to the other side of your life. It was good that you have been on this side. You have seen and done all. It’s time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Way, The Truth, The Life

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 13, 2015

The Christian way of life can only be fulfilled through the power of the Holy Spirit. When a person walks in "the way and the truth," life is produced. A life in Christ is a transformed life. We change what we were for who He is.

John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. Jesus is obviously talking about Eternal Life with the Father in Heaven. People ask “why is Jesus the ONLY way to God?” The answer is: Christianity is the ONLY religion ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-17

Denomination: Charismatic

Bad Mama-Jama Series

Contributed by Connail Johnson on Nov 10, 2010

When we speak in terms of maturation, we’re not speaking in the sense of the woman’s transformation, but woman’s ability to take that which is given to her and cause it to grow, mature and become what God purposed it to become.

CYCLES 4 SISTERS “SHE’S A BAD MAMA-JAMA” HER MATURATION Text: Gen.3:20 Introduction: “Built God-Tough” When we speak in terms of maturation, we’re not speaking in the sense of the woman’s transformation, but woman’s ability to take that which is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving And Treasuring

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Apr 3, 2008

If we don’t understand the purpose of the Word, we’ll miss out on the life of God. Through His Word, God transforms us more into his likeness. Every word in scripture is a doorway to the heart of God and a stairway into the realms of God.

Receiving and Treasuring – Proverbs 2:1 Intro.: The first focus that Solomon lays out has to do with the way we treat the Word of God. Proverbs 2:1 – “…if you receive my words and treasure my commands within you…” The “receiving” refers to how we posture ourselves before the Word of God and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Do The Small Thing To Show The Main Thing - God's Love

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jun 29, 2014

What is servant evangelism: It is demonstrating the kindness of God, The Love God, by offering to do some act of humble service, with no strings attached. We never fully know what small act of kindness will touch and transform a life. (Updated July 2023)

For Those not familiar with an Anglican service; there are four Scripture readings prior to the Message. Today's readings are Genesis 22:1-14; Psalm 13; Romans 6:12-23 and Mathew 10:40-42 Jared and his dad were playing a game of catch one afternoon, when Jared asked, ....... "Dad, ... is ...read more

Scripture: John 17:21, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 10:40-42, Philippians 4:13, John 13:5-10, John 13:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Does God Rub Off On You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 25, 2013

God is good and powerful that, even though we fought Him tooth and nail, He still saved us, cleansed us and now transforms us into His character. That wonderful work is something to behold, and the riches we receive are incredible.

Psalm 112 is about the character of people who have submitted themselves to be led by God. It follows on the heels of Psalm 111 which reveals the character of our God. In that psalm God is described as gracious and compassionate, a provider, Someone who makes promises and keeps them faithfully, and ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Accept The Situation : Expect The Change

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 20, 2008

ACCEPT:1.CREATION 2.POSITION 3.DECISION 4.PERMISSION 5.CORRECTION 6.LIMITATION 7.REVELATION EXPECT :1.EXALTATION 2.LIBERATION 3.TRANSFORMATION 4.RESTORATION 5.FORMATION 6.JUBILIATION 7.CORONATION

ACCEPT THE SITUATION : EXPECT THE CHANGE ******************************************************* The Serenity Prayer ********************** God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can; and wisdom to know the difference. JAMES ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal