Sermons on Transformative Grace:

Growing In Godliness: A Blueprint For Spiritual Transformation (2 Peter 1:5-8) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 14, 2024

In 2 Peter 1:5-8. In this passage, the apostle Peter outlines a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, offering practical steps for believers to cultivate godly character. Let us delve into this scripture to discover how we can be transformed by truth and grow in our relationship with God.

Growing in Godliness: A Blueprint for Spiritual Transformation Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative wisdom found in 2 Peter 1:5-8. These verses provide a blueprint for spiritual growth and maturity, guiding believers on the path to godliness. Let us explore each virtue listed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8, Matthew 7:24-27, James 2:26, Romans 5:3-4, 2 Timothy 2:22, John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Transformative Power Of Faith And The Boundless Compassion Of Christ Mark 5:21-43 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 1, 2024

Mark 5:21-43 narrates two powerful miracles of Jesus: the healing of a woman with a bleeding disorder and the raising of Jairus’s daughter. Through these stories, we see the transformative power of faith and the boundless compassion of Christ.

The transformative power of faith and the boundless compassion of Christ Mark 5:21-43 Introduction: Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Gospel of Mark, specifically Mark 5:21-43. This passage narrates two powerful miracles of Jesus: the healing of a woman with a bleeding disorder and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43, Hebrews 11:6, Matthew 9:29, Isaiah 53:5, James 5:15, Mark 9:23, 2 Timothy 1:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Eternity And Our Fleeting Lives: A Transformed Perspective Psalm 90:2-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 7, 2024

Psalm 90:2-4 reminds us of the eternal nature of God and our transient existence.

Eternity and Our Fleeting Lives: A Transformed Perspective Psalm 90:2-4 Introduction: Today, we dive into the profound words of Psalm 90:2-4, which remind us of the eternal nature of God and our transient existence. As we meditate on these verses, we will explore three key points that will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:2-4, Psalm 90:2, Isaiah 40:28, Psalm 90:3, Genesis 3:19, James 4:14, Psalm 90:4, 2 Peter 3:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: The Power And Purpose Of Scripture 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 8, 2024

2 Timothy 3:16-17 reminds us of the divine origin and purpose of the Bible, offering a comprehensive guide for living a life that pleases God.

Transformed by Truth: The Power and Purpose of Scripture 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of Scripture as described in 2 Timothy 3:16-17. These verses remind us of the divine origin and purpose of the Bible, offering a comprehensive guide for living a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Psalm 119:105, Ephesians 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: From Darkness To Light Psalm 107:10, 13-16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 13, 2024

Psalm 107 portrays the journey from darkness to light, highlighting God’s redeeming love and power. As we reflect on these verses, we will see how God delivers, transforms, and brings us into His marvellous light.

Transformed by Truth: From Darkness to Light Psalm 107:10, 13-16 Psalm 107:10 (NLT): "Some sat in darkness and deepest gloom, imprisoned in iron chains of misery." Psalm 107:13-16 (NLT): "Lord, help!" they cried in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He led ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:10, Psalm 107:13-16, Ephesians 5:8, Psalm 107:13-14, Romans 10:13, Psalm 107:15-16, Hebrews 13:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of God's Word: Transformed By Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 26, 2024

Jeremiah 23:28 is a profound and timely message. Three key points: The Distinction of God's Word, The Impact of God's Word, and The Responsibility of God's Messengers.

The Power of God's Word: Transformed by Truth Jeremiah 23:28 Introduction: Today, we gather to explore a profound and timely message from the book of Jeremiah. Our primary text is Jeremiah 23:28. Let's read this verse together from the New Living Translation: Jeremiah 23:28 (NLT): ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:28, Isaiah 55:11, Hebrews 4:12, Psalm 19:7-8, John 6:63, 2 Timothy 4:2, 1 Peter 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rahab: Getting Serious About Faith

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 12, 2021

Despite Rahab’s immoral lifestyle and sinful past, God so radically changed her life that she is not only mentioned in the greatest genealogy ever recorded, but also made it into God’s Hall of Faith. Rahab got serious about her faith, and it changed the world.

“Rahab: Getting Serious About Faith” Hebrews 11:30-31 A man fell off a cliff but managed to grab a tree limb on the way down. • Immediately he began to cry out, “Is anyone up there?” • A voice soon came from above, “I am here. I am the Lord. Do you believe me?” • “Yes, Lord,” the man shouted, “I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:30-31, Matthew 1:5-6, James 2:25-26

Denomination: Foursquare

Love Like Jesus Loves

Contributed by Gary Holt on Oct 25, 2025

Jesus calls His followers to:  demonstrate genuine love,  faithful obedience, and  fruitful lives as His friends.

“Love like Jesus loves” John 15:12–17 A woman once decided to bake a cake for a special occasion: - She measured the flour, sugar, and oil perfectly. - She mixed in the milk and vanilla, - she poured the batter into the pan and slid it into the oven. But after 30 minutes, when she peeked ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Makes Me Good Enough

Contributed by Lewis Martin on May 24, 2025

Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I good enough?” Good enough to be accepted. Good enough to belong. Good enough—for God.

"What Makes Me Good Enough?" Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I good enough?” Good enough to be accepted. Good enough to belong. Good enough—for God. Most of us try to answer that question by performing. We stay busy. We work hard. We try to do the right things, avoid the wrong ones, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-17, Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Here Comes The Sun: It's Alright

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Mar 10, 2009

Noah sets the stage for the coming of God’s son and mercy which is unearned

It is more than 80 years old. An American Elm Tree in downtown Oklahoma City, survived one of the worst terrorist attacks on American soil as 168 people died in the bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building on April 19, 1995. The 101-year old tree was almost destroyed by the blast, with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sermon On Obsession

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 3, 2021

Obsession is defined as an idea or thought that continually preoccupies or intrudes on a person’s mind.

John Ortberg, an American evangelical Christian author once remarked: “Being deeply contented with God in my everyday life is a focused attitude. It is always available. It means practising letting go of my obsession with how I’m doing. It means training myself to learn to actually be present with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 16:9, Colossians 4:5

Doing What You Can’t Do.

Contributed by Ian Mcalister on Aug 24, 2010

The very thing that the woman cannot, yet yearns to, do is precisely the thing Jesus gives her the power to do.

In the days of the Fitzgerald Inquiry, Woolloongabba was the home of pimps, prostitutes and people of pious intent. We belonged to the latter group, for The Gabba was also our home, living almost in the shadow of the famous ground itself, right next to Holy Trinity Church where I worked as the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Anglican

Written On Our Hearts

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 30, 2023

A sermon for Reformation Sunday, Year A

October 29, 2023 Reformation Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Jeremiah 31:31-34; John 8:31-36 Written on Our Hearts Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Many of our metaphors involve the heart. For instance, you can ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

The Way Up Is The Way Down Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2005

Many people want to see changes taking place in their lives. The usual prescription given today is, "Just try harder!" But that doesn’t produce true, genuine, lasting life-transformation. In James 4:6-10 James teaches how God changes a person.

Scripture I once read a Peanuts comic strip where Lucy told Charlie Brown that she would hold the football for him to kick. But when he ran up to kick the ball, she pulled it away. Charlie Brown went flying through the air and fell flat on his back. Well, one day Lucy went up to Charlie Brown and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Songs Of Our Faith Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 11, 2012

The message concludes this series and focuses on the song "Amazing Grace" by John Newton.

Songs of Our Faith Part 8 Amazing Grace Scriptures: Matthew 5:45; Matthew 27:51; 1 Corinthians 15:9-10 Introduction: This message will conclude my series “Songs of Our Faith.” I started this year with the series “A Slave For Christ.” In that series I mentioned that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational