Sermons on Transitions:

"A Messiah Who Prays Part 2: Roadblocks To Prayer" Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 14, 2009

We need to make sure that we are not putting up roadblocks that keep our prayers from being answered.

A Messiah Who Prays Part 2: Roadblocks to Prayer Text: Matt. 6:14-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: When I was about 18 years old, I have taken my Mom to work, and on the way home I hit a patch of ice and lost control of the car. The car came to a screeching halt after I hit the concrete divider ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-18

Denomination: Methodist

A Kingdom Of Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Danny Davis on Feb 2, 2014

Jesus taught about divorce. He called believers to a life of faithfulness. Unfortunately, sometimes faithfulness is abandoned and lives are destroyed. What is our response to those who experience the pain of divorce and unfaithfulness?

Today we will be looking at Matthew 5:27-32. If you do not have a Bible with you the Scripture passages can be found on the bulletin insert. (ME) I have always been amazed at how plainly the Bible talks to us. Though inspired of God and full of deep content the Scriptures are relatively easy to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Messiah Who Cares Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Nov 8, 2010

More than two thousand years later Jesus is still in the healing business.

A Messiah Who Cares Text: Matt. 15:29-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: One scholar has written that "in all three sections of the Jewish Scriptures... the image of Yahweh as healer is present as a central aspect of God's relationship to the covenant people" (Purdy, Systematic ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:29-31

Denomination: Methodist

Christian Love - A Higher Calling

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 17, 2009

Jesus said - If you love those who love you what reward will you get? In our sermon today we explore Christian loves higher calling as we see: 1. The Rule of Christian Love 2. The Reason For Christian Love 3. The Reward For Christain Love

“CHRISTIAN LOVE” “A Higher Calling” Mt. 5:43-48 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) • One of the most difficult things about love is that it leaves us vulnerable. When we open our hearts to anyone or anything, when we let something in, we have also opened ourselves to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:43-48

Denomination: Orthodox

Making Your Paths Straight

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 25, 2009

Is your life out of control? Today we are going to see that God has a wonderful plan to Make Straight The Paths Of Your Life. This plan consists of: 1. Trusting God With All Our Hearts (v.5) 2. Leaning not on Our Own Understanding (v.5) 3. Acknowledgin

“MAKING YOUR PATHS STRAIGHT” “Straightening up your life” Proverbs 3:5-6 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (Read passage) Opening Remarks: • Recently I was reminded of an essay written by George Orwell. In it he recalls eating a peanut butter and jam sandwich out on his deck. A fly landed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Orthodox

The Birth Of The Church, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Bill Brazell on Mar 1, 2016

The birth of the church, The coming of the Holy Spirit, The filling of the Spirit. Speaking in other languages. The church is one body. Baptism of the Spirit

“Completing the Mission that Jesus Began” Seeking and Saving Those Who are Lost The Birth of the Church, Part 2 Acts 2:1-13 We are continuing the series in the book of Acts called, “Completing the Mission that Jesus Began”. Acts is a wonderful New Testament book that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

" An Interview With John The Baptist" (Sermon 3 Of Series On Gospel Of John) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Mar 29, 2021

Early in the ministry of John the Baptist he had introduced a new teaching of baptism to the Jewish people. In this message the religious leaders interview John the Baptist on this new doctrine, and aquestion him to see if he is the Christ.

AN INTERVIEW WITH JOHN THE BAPTIST John 1: 21-34 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ January 31, 2021 [Sermon three on the Gospel of John series 2021 Video Link to Sermon: https://youtu.be/n9pQUAGlVPM INTRODUCTION: 1.) As an introduction to this passage of Scripture I want to read from ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15, Matthew 3:16-17, John 1:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Message About Trials Series

Contributed by Gabriel Luigi Bautista on Dec 2, 2020

The new normal due to Covid-19

FACTUAL DATA: ANG PANGALANG “JAMES” AY ISANG COMMON NA PANGALAN. MAYROON 4 NA JAMES NA NAKASULAT SA NEW TESTAMENT. 1. James, the son of Zebedee the brother of John: (Cf. Matt. 4:16—2; Mark 3:17, Luke 9:51—56) First disciple of the Lord. killed in A.D. 44 by Herod. 2. James son of Alphaeus: ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

History 101 Series

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on May 23, 2018

The first two points to our six point series, covering the Creation and Dinosaurs, the second topic being one, few pastors touch upon.

INTRODUCTION Our sermon today is titled ‘History 101’ and it is the first part of our new three-part series titled ‘Back-to-School.’ In colleges throughout our nation in past weeks, as well as in elementary, middle- and high-schools, our youth have had their heads filled with so many ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Isaiah 11:6-7, Job 40:15-24, Job 41:1-2, Job 41:19-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

God's Got This Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 18, 2023

In the troubles we have in life, God is there making a way when there seems to be no way.

God’s Got This Text: Acts 7:9-16 Introduction 1. Illustration: God spared Joseph’s life, and through these adverse circumstances, that are recorded in our text, God is oversaw his safety. This is the sovereign purpose of God at work. The Midianites and the Ishmaelites only saw Joseph as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:9-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Thing Behind The Things Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 4, 2023

The terrible things of this life will happen. Jesus Christ directs our hearts to repentance in all cases and for that to be our heart’s default setting. Repent.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE The Thing Behind the Things LUKE 13:1-5 #justJesus STORY 1 Mr. Deer was just like all the other deers in the forest. He liked making lots of bucks at his job in the leaf jerky factory. He liked to go stag to the dances in the forest without a date. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Relationship Between Grace, Faith, Works, And Baptism

Contributed by Don Campbell on Nov 3, 2024

Only two Christian groups do not practice some form of water baptism: Quakers and the Salvation Army. All others practice water baptism but disagree on the mode (immersion/sprinkling) and the purpose (to be saved/because one has been saved).

THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GRACE, FAITH, WORKS, AND BAPTISM INTRODUCTION A. Only two Christian groups do not practice some form of water baptism: Quakers and the Salvation Army. B. All others practice water baptism but disagree on the mode (immersion/sprinkling) and the purpose (to be saved/because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crossroads PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon encourages us to navigate life's challenging paths with hope, make wise decisions, learn from our regrets, and find spiritual rest in God's guidance.

Good morning, my dear friends. We're gathered here today with hearts full of hope. Hope, that is the very essence of our faith, isn't it? It's like what G.K. Chesterton once said, "Hope means hoping when things are hopeless, or it is no virtue at all." And that's exactly what we're here to do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Topics: Relying On Understanding

The Power Of Your Story PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023

This sermon explores the spiritual journey of faith, witnessing God's works, and becoming a vessel for evangelism through the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman. Key

Good morning, dear friends. It is a joy to gather with you today, here in this sacred space, where our hearts unite in the shared purpose of worship and our minds seek the divine wisdom that only comes from the Holy Word of God. We are here today to unpack the profound truths found in the fourth ...read more

Topics: Evangelism

Build Yourselves Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon encourages Christians to actively build their faith, pray in the Holy Spirit, and remain in God's love while awaiting Christ's mercy and eternal life.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in this sacred space, bound by our shared love for the Creator, and warmed by the fellowship of our brothers and sisters in Christ? Our hearts are full and our spirits are eager as we prepare to engage with the Word of God anew. ...read more

Topics: Building Up