Sermons on Transitions:

Change Or Die

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 3, 2006

If we do not let Christ change us we will be changed by the World

_______________________________________________________ PowerPoint Transitions + New Slide > Transition in X Transition out _______________________________________________________ + Imagine A doctor calls, “I’ve got good news and bad news. - Bad news is that you’re going to die within a month. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

We Are The Pudding Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2011

The proof is in the pudding, and those of us who know Christ are the pudding.

We Are the Pudding (2 Corinthians 3:1-6) 1. Many of you know that I love to cook. When Marylu went to work 5 years ago, I told her I would take over cooking. 2. I have to cook low-cholesterol: no egg yolks, butter, cream, bacon, shrimp or organ meat. Yet amazing how many delicious meals a person ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Mantle And The Mission Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The journey from Gilgal to the Jordan teaches us that mantles are not caught by chance but by choice. God is not looking for the nearest person — He is looking for the most faithful one.

THE MANTLE AND THE MISSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 2:1-15 Supporting Texts: Numbers 27:18-23; Luke 24:49; Acts 1:8; John 14:12; 2 Timothy 2:2 INTRODUCTION: The story of Elijah’s departure from earth is one of the most iconic transitions of leadership in the Bible. Elijah, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Conquering The Spirit Of Fear

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jul 28, 2017

There is a difference in being afraid and being bound by the "Spirit of Fear". This outline will help you shed light on this difference and help you help others get free from this debilitating spirit.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7 It appears that Pastor Timothy (Pastor of the church at Ephesus) may have been struggling with operating in the giftings that God had placed in him. Illustrative Story One summer night during a severe thunderstorm a mother was tucking her small son into bed. She was ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7, 1 John 4:18, 1 John 4:7-21, Psalm 23:1-6, Isaiah 26:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Sacred Bond Of Marriage And Understanding The Biblical Principle Of Leaving And Cleaving Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will study the meaning and significance of this biblical principle.

In the book of Genesis, we find a profound biblical principle that forms the foundation of marriage: "Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh" (Genesis 2:24). This verse, echoed in Ephesians 5:31, highlights the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5:31-32

Pursuing A Meaningful Life

Contributed by Don Campbell on Nov 22, 2024

Millions are searching for a meaningful life, but they are searching for it in all the wrong places.

PURSUING A MEANINGFUL LIFE Eccl 12:13-14 INTRODUCTION A. Harold Kushner observed over 30 years of ministry as a congregational rabbi that “Most people are not afraid of dying; they are afraid of not having lived.” B. In searching for a life of significance, Solomon had the means to explore all ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:13-14, John 4:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rebuilding Faith - Examining Our Brokenness - #2 Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 5, 2012

This series focuses on seven steps to rebuilding faith using the story of Nehemiah. Each week builds upon the previous week as we walk through the letters R.E.B.U.I.L.D.

REBUILDING FAITH – SESSION ONE by Rev. Michael R. Hodge ©2012 MICHAEL R. HODGE REBUILDING FAITH – SESSION ONE by Rev. Michael R. Hodge ©2012 REBUILDING FAITH Seven Steps to Experiencing a Renewal of Faith by Rev. Michael R. Hodge Session Two: “Rise and Build: Examining our Brokenness” ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Beseeching Of Grace (Romans 12:1)

Contributed by C. Clay Carlisle on Sep 13, 2011

Grace does not command obedience to a new law but beseeches us by the mercies of God to present our lives to God as living sacrifices by faith.

Passage: Romans 12:1—I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. (NKJV) Outline: Grace Beseeches Us Rather Than Commanding Us. Grace Beseeches Us By The Mercies Of God. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Time To Boast Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 13, 2016

A Time To Boast – 2 Corinthians chapter 11 verses 1-33 – sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: He boasts in his jealousy over the Church (vs 1-6) He boasts in his generosity to the Church (vs :7-21) He boasts in his Sufferings for the Church (vs 22-33) SERMON BODY: Ill: • He looked down the lens of a TV camera and shouted out the words, • “I am the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-33

Denomination: Brethren

The Exceptional Jesus!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 27, 2019

The Exceptional Jesus! John chapter 7 verses 10-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: His character (vs 10-13) His doctrine (vs 14-18) His works (vs 19-24) His origin (vs 25-31) SERMON BODY • ill: It is said that Socrates taught for 40 years, • Plato for 50, Aristotle for 40, and Jesus for only 3. • Yet the influence of Christ’s 3-year ministry; • Far exceeds ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-31

Denomination: Brethren

Travelling With The Apostle Paul - Silas

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 26, 2018

Travelling with the Apostle Paul - Silas - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Silas the Leader. (2). Silas the Missionary. (3). Silas the Prisoner. SERMON BODY Readings: • Acts chapter 15 verses 22-40 • Acts chapter 16 verses 16-40. • 2 Corinthians chapter 1 verse 19 • 1 Peter chapter 5 verse 12 • 1 Thessalonians chapter 1 verse 1 • 2 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-40

Denomination: Brethren

'i Believe'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 15, 2018

‘I believe’ – 1 Timothy chapter 3 verse 16 – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Incarnation (2). Vindication (3). Visualisation (4). Proclamation (5). Confession (6). Ascension SERMON BODY: Ill: • The 1993 film Schindler's List; • Chronicled the heroic efforts of Czech born businessman Oskar Schindler, • Who tried to make his fortune during the Second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Brethren

Key Words In The Christian Life: 'regeneration

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 31, 2025

KEY WORDS in the Christian Life: 'REGENERATION - John chapter 3 verses 1-9 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: REGENERATION DEFINED: • Personal (Titus chapter 3 verse 5) • Universal (Matthew chapter 19 verse 28) REGENERATION ILLUSTRATED: • Reality of the new birth (John chapter 3 verses 1-3) • Simplicity of the new birth (John chapter 3 verses 5-6) • Dignity of the new birth (John ...read more

Scripture: John 2:23-25, John 3:1-9

Denomination: Brethren

'it’s Your Choice'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 9, 2024

'It’s Your Choice' - Joshua chapter 24 verses 1-33 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Call to Remember (vs 1-13) (2). A Call to Choose (Josh. 24:14-18) (3). A Call to Commit (vs 25-28) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Herbert Asquith was a British politician and statesman, • Who was Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1908 to 1916. • He was the last Liberal ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-33

Denomination: Brethren

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 7, 2019

Forgiveness, Faith & Thankfulness- Luke chapter 17 verses 1-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Forgiveness (vs 1-6). • (2). Faithfulness (vs 7-10). • (3). Thankfulness (vs 11-17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Last month on June 6th, 2019. • You may or may not be aware that POPE Francis changed the Lord's Prayer. • Now as you can imagine this has caused a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-17

Denomination: Brethren