Sermons on Transforms Lives:

The Wonder Of Worship 2 Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Sep 25, 2009

Worship should lead to transformation, no person can enter into the presence of GOD and remain unchanged.

Romans 12:1-2 II Corinthians 3:18 Worship should lead to transformation We read in scripture where worship always had a transforming effect In Revelation when John saw Jesus, He fell as dead In Isaiah when he saw the Lord he saw himself more clearly As David worshiped he was constantly aware of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Following Christ: The Most Important Things, Part 1

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013

Pastor Jonathan expounds on Mark 1:16-18, citing three ways to know you are a true Christ-follower: 1) a calling, 2) the guiding hand of God, and 3) a change of heart.

This week is back to school. It is the worst time of the year. After an incredible summer when you can sleep till 2 o’clock apparently (Jessica tells me), you can do whatever you want and the kids are enjoying themselves, then all of a sudden you’re jolted back into reality and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

What A Difference The Gospel Makes Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 11, 2013

This sermon focuses on Paul's testimony as he defends his apostleship. The sermon is an adaption of a sermon by Ray Pritchard "How a Terrorist Became an Evangelist: The Amazing Story of Paul’s Conversion" (www.keepbelieving.com)

Introduction: A. The story is told of a family from the back woods, who many years ago, made their first visit to the big city. 1. As they checked into a grand hotel, they stood in amazement as they looked at all the new and impressive things they saw. 2. As dad checked them in at the reception ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Righteousness Through The Eyes Of Jesus

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Mar 5, 2025

Jesus' Radical Transformation Of Our Hearts Impacts The Way We Think About Righteousness.

Let us pray… The recently concluded Olympics was a special one for our country the Philippines. It was the first time we struck gold, our nation was ecstatic, united in awe and admiration for such a feat. One of the sports we were hoping to win a medal as well was the pole vault. A very difficult ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-48, Matthew 5:37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Losing My Religion Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

To be able to break away from tightly held beliefs, there has to be a conversion of the heart and mind

Losing my Religion Acts 10-11 After several years of trying to bring about change from the inside, former President Jimmy Carter announced that he’s severing his ties with the Southern Baptist church over its treatment of women. “I have been a practicing Christian all my life and a ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Faith That Shapes Us Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 14, 2025

Faith matures as we surrender to God’s shaping hands—trusting, obeying, and allowing His grace to form Christ’s likeness within us.

Introduction — From Saved to Shaped When we first meet Jesus, faith saves us. But when we keep walking with Him, faith begins to shape us. The same grace that opens the door of salvation now wants to renovate the house. God never intended faith to be a momentary flash of belief — He designed it ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17, Hebrews 11:8, Philippians 2:13, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Jeremiah 18:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Joyful Prayer And Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 illuminates the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, shaping us into vessels of God's truth and love.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Joyful Prayer and Gratitude 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the transformative power of truth as revealed in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18. These verses illuminate the profound impact of joyful prayer and gratitude in the life of a believer, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Philippians 4:4, James 1:2-3, 1 Thessalonians 5:17, 1 Thessalonians 5:16, Luke 18:1, Ephesians 6:18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Liberated By Truth: The Path To True Freedom John 8:31-32 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 15, 2024

In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and transforms our lives.

Liberated by Truth: The Path to True Freedom In the words of Jesus found in John 8:31-32 (NLT), we discover a profound invitation to true freedom—a freedom rooted in the transformative power of His truth. Let us embark on a journey to understand the liberating truth that sets us free and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, James 1:22, John 8:32, John 8:31, Galatians 5:1, John 8:12, Psalm 119:105  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Heaven

Contributed by David Anderson on Apr 21, 2001

Heaven as a reality transforms the present.

Christ the King Sunday Sermon ~ “Heaven” 2 Cor. 4:17-18; Revelation 22:1 As we consider the destination of faith in heaven, the place where Christ our King shall lead us, let’s consider two texts from sacred Scriptures. First, 2nd Corinthians 4:17-18: “For our light and momentary troubles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, John 14:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Heart Transplant

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 13, 2012

What indicates the need for a new heart? As sinners, all of us need a new heart. Have you had a spiritual heart transplant? God’s Spirit will circumcise unbelieving hearts and give a heart that loves God, desires to obey Him and has the power to obey Him.

Opening illustration: A friend who is a heart transplant cardiologist has an appreciation of Ezekiel 36: 26 that not many of us can understand. Dr. Mohan was one of the top Christian heart-transplant surgeons. He’s often in the operating room as he removes diseased, discolored hearts and replaced ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:26-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Baby Changes Everything

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 23, 2009

Christmas Eve service. The theme "A baby changes everything" with someone singing Faith Hill’s song a baby changes everything.

12/24/2009 A Baby changes everything Christmas Eve 2009 Introduction: Kevin has read our text this evening with the Christmas story from Luke 2:1-7 We have talked for several weeks on perfect gifts. How people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

A Drastic Change Of Heart

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 20, 2010

Paul is a fascinating person in the life of the early church. This sermon is part of an introduction to the book of Galatians, focusing on the uniqueness of Paul’s conversion to Jesus Christ.

Sermon for CATM – June 20, 2010 – A Drastic Change of Heart How would you feel if Osama Bin Laden walked into this room right now, sat down beside you and began listening to what was being said? Or what if he had come in earlier during our time of worshipping in song and had stood beside you with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Dancing Psong Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 24, 2015

Our God is a transforming God, and the Psalmist sings a life song of praise through every circumstance of life.

We returned from Annual Conference a couple of weeks ago. The theme this year was “Come and See,” taken from John’s Gospel, when Nathaniel was talking to Phillip about Jesus. Nathaniel told Phillip where Jesus was from, and Phillip asks, “Can anything good come out of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Desperation For God's Presence

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

To avoid the ruination of our faith, we should follow in the path of the Psalmists and ever be longing for God.

Opening illustration: Play video Introduction: Being desperate for God isn’t about acquiring His presence in our lives—we must already believe that God will always be with us and the Holy Spirit will accompany us everywhere. It’s about knowing He already exists in our lives—this desperate need for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk The Talk/ Being Filled With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Nov 23, 2024

How to prepare your heart to Walk in the Fullness of the Holy Spirit

Walk the Talk in Being Filled with the Holy Spirit Terry Cavanaugh / General Walk the Talk / Galatians 6:8 I will be honest with you, If I walked into a church and the title of the message was.. Walk the Talk.. in being Filled with the Holy Spirit, I would be uncomfortable. I would want to know, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:8

Denomination: United Methodist