Sermons on Transition:

Spiritual Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 27, 2008

There are many who are in Christian circles today that profess to know Jesus Christ but, sadly, are not saved. What does Jesus say?

Spiritual Self-Deception Griffith Baptist Church – 3/30/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 7:21-23 Key verse: Matthew 7:21 - Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. The Introduction The words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Praise To Our Deliver

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Sep 3, 2007

Encourage message on giving Praise where it is needed.

Type of Sermon: Textual/Topical Purpose: Encouragement to Both Saints and Sinners Theme: Giving Praise to Our Deliver Scripture Reading: Psalm 40:1-3 I waited patiently for the LORD; and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry. He brought me up also out of an horrible pit, out of the miry ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: *other

Joy In Hard Times

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 10, 2009

“Christians are like teabags. You don’t know how strong they are until you put them in hot water.”

Joy in Hard Times (James 1:2-8) (v2) “Consider it all joy, my brothers, when you encounter various trials…” - James is telling us to CONSIDER it joy when we encounter various trials. - CONSIDER is different then BE. - We are not going to be joyful when we are struggling in the midst of a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Bee Thankful Series

Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014

Being Thankful is the proper response for all Believers

OPEN: Have you ever thought about the price of the seat you are sitting in this morning? Now I’m not talking about the actual dollar amount. We all know that amount is around $40 dollars, because we all gave about a year ago in order to purchase them as we were starting our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Of Progressive Revelation And Progressive Sanctification!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Jun 26, 2025

To focus on the virtue of our Heavenly Father of progressively revealing spiritual truths and progressively sanctifying us!!!

God of Progressive Sanctification and Revelation !!! But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth. He will not speak on his own; he will speak only what he hears, and he will tell you what is yet to come.- John 16:13 We see our Heavenly Father as a God of both ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13, 1 Corinthians 11:23-32, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: *other

When Real Truth Is Traded For Lies

Contributed by Chris Layton on Jul 17, 2025

We live in a time where "truth" is increasingly viewed as subjective—flexible depending on personal preferences, emotions, or convenience. Today we have “My Truth”, “Your Truth”, and Their Truth”. But Scripture is clear that there is only one “TRUTH” – God’s.

Introduction: We live in a time where "truth" is increasingly viewed as subjective—flexible depending on personal preferences, emotions, or convenience. Today we have “My Truth”, “Your Truth”, and Their Truth”. But Scripture is clear that there is only one “TRUTH” – God’s. And it is when ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Growing Deeper In Prayer! Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 24, 2016

Growing Deeper in Prayer – Psalm 86 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON BODY: (1). When You Pray. • Come humbly (vs 1-2) • Come daily (vs 3) • Come intentionally (vs 4) (2). What to Remember. • God is forgiving (vs 5) • God answers prayer (vs 6-7) • God works miracles, (vs 8) • God alone is God (vs 10) (3). As You ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Brethren

Ready Or Not, Here I Come

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 6, 2001

Have we done more to prepare for the celebration of a past event (Christmas) than we have to prepare for His future coming? A message for Christmas Eve.

INTRODUCTION Everyone stand – because it’s participation time! Holding up the appropriate number of fingers, communicate with your partner:  Christmas is tomorrow. On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the most and 1 being the least, how prepared are you for Christmas?  Sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Cares About You Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 4, 2006

God cares about, and makes provision for our every need.

God Cares About You Text: James 5:13-18 Introduction 1. Read James 5:13-18 2. Illustration: A little boy was eagerly looking forward to the birthday party of a friend who lived only a few blocks away. When the day finally arrived, a blizzard made the sidewalks and roads nearly impassable. The ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: Methodist

Excellence In Influence Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 7, 2003

Jesus taught us that a believer should be like salt (Matthew 5:13). We should act, as agents of influence in society, not isolate ourselves from it. Paul moves beyond the analogy to provide some practical ways that Christians can be salt. Paul tells us ho

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I began a series last week called “Leadership and Service Excellence.” It was the introductory message that will serve as the “setup” for many messages to come regarding God-glorifying excellence. We’re not about perfectionism. Neither are we about a snooty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Wake Up And Smell The Coffee

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Dec 29, 2009

The church needs to wake up because the time of Christ’s coming is soon.

Wake Up And Smell the Coffee Text: Rom. 13:11-14 Introduction 1. Illustration: This little grandmother was surprised by her 7 year old grandson one morning. He had made her coffee. She drank what was the worst cup of coffee in her life. When she got to the bottom there were three of those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Methodist

Heavenly Minded Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 16, 2007

Paul is telling us that as believers our mind is to be focused on God and His purposes.

Heavenly Minded Text: Col. 3:1-4 Introduction 1. Illustration: A wise person once said, "A man’s life is governed by his thoughts; he will ultimately become that which dwells most on his mind. “You are what you eat.” Engulf yourselves with His presence, put Him in your mind, Become more ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

He'll Be There Just In Time Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 8, 2006

If we continue to persevere, God will answer our prayers.

HE’LL BE THERE JUST IN TIME Text: John 11:1-44 Introduction 1. Read John 11:1-7 2. Several years ago I heard a song called He’s An On Time God. The song said "He may not come when you call him, but he’ll be there just in time." 3. Perhaps we don’t get our prayers answered because we give up ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Methodist

Lost Luxury's Lament

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 23, 2004

Babylon’s fall will incite lamentation on the part of her dependents. A loss of luxury produces lamentation in her constituents. What lamentations come to those who are economically dependent? A lament of the economically dependent is for a LOSS OF...

LOST LUXURY’S LAMENT—Revelation 18:9-19 Babylon’s fall will incite lamentation on the part of her dependents. Lost luxury produces lamentation in her economic dependents. What lamentations come to those who are economically dependent? 3 lamentations of the economically dependent. 1—A lament of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Get Over It

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 24, 2015

Victory, Vision and Value

The Value of Vision: We wanted to share these nuggets and powerful truths with you. Life changing truths that can propel you forward into your God purposes and God Destiny. It's a new day, but are we ready to enter in? Moses led Israel, but then Moses died. Joshua became the leader of a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1

Denomination: Foursquare