Sermons on Turn Loose:

Created As Humans Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 8, 2022

This is a follow up to the message about being created in God's image and looks at the question: What does it mean to be human?

If you were to visit the Smithsonian Institution in Washington D.C. you could visit an exhibit called The Hall of Human Origins, and you could spend the better part of a day visiting the various displays that make up the exhibit. Now if DC isn’t on your vacation list for this year, you could ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Be Steadfast In The Lord-Part 2 Series

Contributed by Kiruba Stephen on May 9, 2022

Complacency is the poison that begins the downfall of those who have been given freely the gift of life.

That fruit will last contrary to the charity work that comes from lives that are philanthropic in nature, they want to do something as good citizens for others but they don’t have the living union with Christ, therefore their works will eventually perish. But when you have the living faith, it says ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20, Revelation 3:21, Galatians 2:20

Battle Ready: Suiting Up For Life's Battles

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Genesis chapter 14 is often entitled: “The War of the Kings.” In this historical account of Abram's battle with the Kings - we learn a lot about how God wants us to respond to our own.

Genesis chapter 14 is often entitled: “The War of the Kings.” As we rejoin the story of Abram today, you will remember that Abram and Lot returned from Egypt and Lot chose the fertile, well-watered areas of Sodom and Gomorrah; He was making decisions based upon what he saw. He was walking by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessed People

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on May 13, 2022

Jesus taught us is to challenge us and to encourage us.

The Blessed People Today, let's meditate on the gospel according to Matthew, chapter 5. The sermon that Jesus delivers is affectionately called the sermon on the mount. In my opinion, the sermon on the mount is more like a devotional on the mount. But traditionally, we call it the Sermon on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter’s Struggle: Overcoming The Wall Of Prejudice

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 19, 2022

It was essential for Peter to admit (And us), when prejudice is in operation. Our prejudices and biases always collide with God's grace. God has no favorites; we are all equal in his sight. He welcomes whosoever!

Sermon Peter’s Struggle: Overcoming The Wall of Prejudice Scripture Reading: Acts 10: 1-23 “1 In Caesarea there lived a Roman army officer named Cornelius, who was a captain of the Italian Regiment. 2 He was a devout, God-fearing man, as was everyone in his household. He gave generously to the poor ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-23, John 3:16, Revelation 5:9

Denomination: Methodist

How To Forgive The Unrepentant Series

Contributed by James Wallace on May 19, 2022

Perhaps the toughest person to forgive is the unrepentant? More than that, why does God ask us to forgive the unrepentant when He doesn't? The Apostle Paul explains to us how we deal with such people in II Timothy 4:14-18 and Romans 12:17-21.

This past week the famous and formerly beloved comedienne, Bill Cosby, has been on trial. And I happened to watch a documentary about his accuser, and the 50-some other accusers whose cases have extended past the statute of limitations. Among those who were interviewed was one of his first ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:17-21, 2 Timothy 4:14-18

Denomination: Bible Church

The Christian's Confidence

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 28, 2022

This is from a series I preached on great doctrines of the faith.

Title: “The Christian’s Confidence” Script: Romans 8:28-39 Type: Expos. Doctrinal Series Where: GNBC 5-29-22 Intro: Confidence takes many forms, from the arrogance of Floyd Mayweather to the quiet self-assurance of Jane Goodall. True confidence—as opposed to the false confidence people project ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

3 Effective Antidotes To Spiritual Poison

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 11, 2022

This is a message for Christian growth.

Title: 3 Effective Antidotes to Spiritual Poison Scripture: Romans 12:12 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 6-12-22 Intro: When I was a young pastor the church used to meet at Montgomery Hall. We rented the building on a Sunday but was used for all sorts of events during the week. The basement ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

'christian Togetherness'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 24, 2021

‘Christian Togetherness.’ – Walking in Harmony - 1 Peter 1:22-2:10 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We are children in the same family (1:22-2:3). (2). We are stones in the same building (2:4-8). (3). We are priests in the same temple (2:5&9). (4). We are citizens in the same nation (2:9-10). SERMON BODY: Ill: • LEGO or 'Automatic Binding Bricks' as they ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The Waiting Harvest

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 24, 2021

Next in sermon series through John

The Waiting Harvest - Read John 4:27-38 Last week we saw Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. He asked for a drink. Spoke with a woman, a woman of the world, when societal norms said He shouldn’t. Because of His encounter, that woman’s life was changed. Because of His encounter, many ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

All Prepared

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Jan 26, 2021

Jesus warns us to assess the genuineness of our faith and be prepared for His return. Do we look like the Church, but are devoid of the Holy Spirit? Instead of lives transformed by the power of Christ, are our lives more like performance art? Jesus is coming at any moment! Are you prepared?

INTRODUCTION Do you agree that in God’s master plan, there is no such thing as “coincidence”? A few weeks ago, your pastor asked if I would be willing to preach today. Not only did I tell him “Yes!” on the spot, but I also told him that I knew exactly what I wanted to preach. You see, God had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:24-27, John 10:7, John 14:6, Revelation 22:14, Revelation 3:18, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 23:27-28, Romans 8:16-17, Romans 8:9, Ephesians 1:13-14, Matthew 7:22-23, James 2:19, Galatians 2:16, Matthew 24:42, Hebrews 3:7-19, Matthew 25:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Touching The Heart Of God - The Power Of Anointed Prayer - Lesson 3. Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2021

Intercessory Prayer

Isaiah 66:2b But on one will I look on him who is poor and of a contrite spirit, and who trembles at My word. Isaiah 57:15a For thus says the High and Lofty One who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: I dwell in a high and holy place with him who has a contrite and humble spirit, Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival: Stronger Than Ever. The Plague Was Cut Short Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 28, 2021

A series that teaches us the importance of revival in our own lives This series was taken from a Sermon Central series and heavily edited for use at our church

Revival: Stronger Than Ever The Plague Was Cut Short 1 Chr. 21:9-28 Good morning everybody! It’s good to see you all again! Prayer for unity FORECAST Today we are starting an adventure in revival. Revival simply means to recover something that was lost, or to bring new life to something that ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Kingdom Like?

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 2, 2021

Beyond the self-denial of following Christ, beyond the daily discipline, beyond the cross to be carried, lies the most precious thing, a thing of supreme and unsurpassed beauty: life in the Kingdom, under God and for God and with God!

When you open the gospel accounts of Matthew, Mark and Luke, it seems that more often that not, Jesus is speaking in some parable. With colourful language, Jesus places things “side by side,” comparing and contrasting, and drawing out from the picture he paints some truth or teaching. Sometimes the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-52, Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bridegroom Gives An Abundance Of New Wine

Contributed by Reuben Bredenhof on Feb 7, 2021

To those who love him, the Bridegroom gives this promise: his great marriage feast is coming! At that feast there won’t ever be the disappointment that it’s coming to an end, that the joy is running out, but there will be blessedness unending.

When you meet someone new, it can take a while to get to know them. Maybe you’re starting at high school or university, and you’re meeting all kinds of people for the first time. Or you just gained a few new colleagues at work. Well, it’ll take a while to get acquainted. You chat together on and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, John 20:24-31, Joel 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed