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Embrace The Change: Finding Blessings In Turmoil SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

Are you experiencing a rough patch in your life where everything seems to be going wrong? Good news awaits you! God is transitioning you into a phase of blessings! Embrace the change!

Do you feel like you are going through a difficult time in your life and nothing seems to be going right? Well, I have some good news for you! God is about to bring a change and shift you into a place of blessing. Get ready for a transformation! Isaiah 40:1-5 Psalm 126:1-6 In the scriptures, we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-5

Topics: God's Purpose, Blessings In Disguise

Icky?! Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 5, 2024

“Are YOU going to wash MY feet?!” “Yes.” “Oh no you’re not!!!”

April 06, 2024 Seventh-day Adventists traditionally practice Communion 4 times per year, not only partaking in the bread and grape juice, but also in the washing of each other’s feet = women in one room, men in another….. In days gone by, the foot washing was always well attended. Someone ...read more

Scripture: John 13:5-8, Matthew 23:11-12, Mark 10:42-45, Psalm 139:23, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Power Of Communication Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 23, 2024

Communication has a powerful influence on behavior and character. In 1 Corinthians 15:33, Paul warns, be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners

Communication is a cornerstone of human interactions, shaping societies, fostering relationships, and bridging diverse communities. While the Bible may not explore modern communication technologies and platforms, it offers profound insights into the principles and consequences of how we convey our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:6, Proverbs 15:1-2, Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Table

Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 6, 2022

In this sermon, Pastor Ed Young uses the illustration of a table and chairs to model biblical principles for the structure of the local church.

THE TABLE March 27, 2022, 11:15AM ED YOUNG How many of you have ever been to the flea market at Canton, Texas before? Let me see the hands. All right. Yeah, I've been there a couple of times. One time I went with my lovely wife, Lisa, and it was pretty unique watching mostly women moving at ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14, Hebrews 6:1, John 4:34, John 6:35, John 6:44, Luke 14:23-24, Luke 14:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Talk Is Cheap - Or Is It?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 19, 2001

A message concerning the speech of Christians.

Talk is Cheap…Or Is It? Holiness in our Speech James 3:1-12, various Scriptures I. Introduction This morning we take our third look at the importance of holiness in our lives. Holiness, you remember from our introductory message two weeks ago, is to be sought first and foremost because GOD is ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Proverbs 16:28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Your Face In The Crowd

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Mar 25, 2002

A Good Friday message. Read the whole message, very evanglestic with a word picture that holds their attention ( a photo album at the cross)

(Matthew 27:32-56) (Crucifixion, Good Friday, Salvation ) (Deductive) The Cross. It rests on the time line of history like a compelling diamond. It’s tragedy summons all suffers. It’s Absurdity attracts all critics. It’s hope lures all searchers. My what a piece of wood! History has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56, Matthew 27:26-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul: A High Impact Person, Moving From Success To Significance

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 27, 2000

We all can learn from Biblical characters/scoundrels because they were all thoroughly changed when they encountered God. From the example of Paul we can see how God can change and use us to be "High-Impact People" for Him.

"Paul: A High Impact Person, Moving From Success to Significance" Philippians 3:4-4:1 INTRODUCTION: Remember when you were young, pretending to be someone you admired? I always did this when I played sports. Neighborhood kids would get together, and after we would choose sides, we would then ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The E Word

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 25, 2007

The Eword scares so many Christians. I tmakes them give excuses and avoid doing what we are suposed to do.

The “E” word I am not sure that any of you have noticed something about me. I don’t necessarily think it is weird but you might. I spend a little time each week thinking about stuff that seem like it should not matter to anyone. My thought this week; I wonder, as you are heading to church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:4-5, 2 Timothy 3:5

Denomination: Congregational

The Practice Of Slowing Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 15, 2007

We need to practive slowing (solitude) to spend quiet time with God in order to draw closer to him and allow him to transform us.

Hurry has actually become a sickness, a disease for us in the U.S…which is ironic with all these “time savers” we have. “Time magazine noted that back in the 1960s, expert testimony was given to a subcommittee of the Senate on time management. The essence of it was that because of the advance in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:10

Denomination: Methodist

The Joy Of Giving Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 22, 2007

When God builds a Church, it is marked by joyful giving

INTRODUCTION  START WITH VIDEO SLIDE  SLIDE #1  Comedian Flip Wilson told a story about a preacher and his church. A preacher was trying to get his people to be more enthusiastic about their church. The preacher said in his sermon: "If this church is going to get anywhere, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Excuses Are Like Noses

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Feb 9, 2006

Excuses are like noses, everybody has one....

Excuses Are Like Noses Exodus 4:1-13 01/22/06 Have you ever wondered what it would sound like if excuses for church related things were used elsewhere, such as at a ball game? Fortunately, someone came up with such a list, a list of church excuses but they are related to a ball game. 1) Every time ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Wwjd--The Real Deal Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

God made us to follow, obey, and imitate the life and teachings of Jesus.

WWJD—The Real Deal Ephesians 4:17-5:2 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: It is only four letters, but most of us know what the abbreviation stands for. Several years ago, it was all the rage. Wristbands, bracelets, necklaces, key ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Credible Christian Household Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 17, 2002

The Credible Christian household depends on those within it being submitted to one another, offering hospitality to others and using their tongues only to build up.

I want us to spend some time today thinking about what a Christian household might look like. Mind you I don’t mean just any Christian household. Of course I mean a credible Christian household. Well, what is it that might characterise a credible Christian household? Is there something about a ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

God's Love

Contributed by Mark Elkins on Jun 28, 2003

Understanding that God is love. True love isn’t an emotion, it is God! And God’s love transcends everything. Nothing can keep God’s love from anyone!

A couple had been married for fifty years. “Things have really changed,” she said. “You used to sit so close to me.” “Well I can remedy that,” he said moving close to her on the couch. “And you used to hold me tight,” she said. “How’s that,” he said as he gave her a big hug. “ Do you remember ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Others -- And Letting Them Know It Series

Contributed by Adam Deibert on Nov 19, 2006

Introductory sermon for a series on loving relationships. By virtue of Creation, we all bear the image of God. To truly love others, we need to see that image.

How many of you know who Steven Curtis Chapman is? Steven Curtis Chapman is a contemporary Christian musician. He’s been around for quite a few years, now, and recently released a CD with songs all centred around love. I want to quite the lyrics from the title song of that CD: We’ve got CDs, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:44-48

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist