Sermons on University College:

National Blessings Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 17, 2014

I would propose to you that America has the opportunity to enjoy God's blessings.

Title: National Blessings Theme: God's Covenant Blessings to a Nation Series: Patriotic Introduction: The New Testament has a brief passage of Scripture that is too often missed as one reads the Bible, "These things happened to them as examples and were written down…" (1 Corinthians 10:6) ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Next Step Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 9, 2018

Discipleship, Obedience, Faith, Light

FOLLOWING JESUS INTO THE UNKNOWN - The Next Step January 7, 2018 Philippians 3:12-14 (p. 819) Introduction: The letter to the Philippians, as well as Colossians, Philemon, and Ephesians were written by the Apostle Paul while he was in prison in Rome. He would spend two ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Zephaniah: "God’s Presence Will Restore You"

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 19, 2016

Zephaniah speaks of how God came to be with us in the person of Christ, so He might be within us through the Holy Spirit.

Zephaniah served in the reign of Josiah. He became king at age 8 after his dad's assassination. Babylon was rising as an empire and Judah was worshiping idols. He began repairs on the temple, during which, they found the Book of the Law, probably Deuteronomy, or the first five books of our Old ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"worry (Part 1): Why The Bible Tells Us Not To Worry" Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 16, 2021

Worry is the uneasy feeling we often experience in times of fear, trouble, or problems. But, not all worry is bad. There is a positive, wise kind of worry and a negative, wrong, and destructive worry. This sermon helps us understand both of them and the impacts of negative worry.

Today we will continue our sermon series on "The Bible and Emotional Problems." The topic that we will learn is worry. "I have a mountain of credit card debt," one man told another. "I have lost my job. My car is being repossessed and our house is in foreclosure, but I am ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:11, 1 Thessalonians 3:5, Matthew 6:25, Luke 12:11, 1 Peter 5:7, Titus 2:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shake The Building Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 5, 2022

The way to deal with persecution is through the power of prayer!

SHAKE THE BUILDING Text: Acts 4:23-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: John Stott has pointed out that “persecution is simply the clash between two irreconcilable value-systems.” That clash is what we are seeing now, and it is ultimately between those who believe, trust, and love the God of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Methodist

Who Is The Greatest? A Child?

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 16, 2021

In my opinion Mark 9:33-35 explains the complete plan of God since creation. Sin & death is dealt with in Jesus, and then every beleiver is a partner with God in doing good deeds, being servants. quote from: "Unseen Realm" Michael Heiser

In Jesus Holy Name September 19, 2021 Text: Mark 9:35 Ephesians 2:10 Redeemer “Who is the Greatest? A Child?” Just two weeks ago we had our family reunion. We had a great time. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-35, Ephesians 5:1, Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Lutheran

No Reserve, No Retreat, And No Regret

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 27, 2018

Let’s discuss these 3 metaphors from Philippians 2:14-18 (Title and outline adapted from Stephen Davey at: http://www.wisdomonline.org/files/2405/Humility%20Part%209.pdf)

HoHum: In 1904 William Borden graduated from a Chicago high school. As heir to the Borden Dairy estate, he was already a millionaire. For his high school graduation present, his parents gave him a trip around the world. Now William’s mother had a profound influence on his life. In fact, she had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Now We See Only A Reflection

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 29, 2025

A sermon about the primacy of love.

“Now We See Only a Reflection” 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 When I was a freshman in college, I had a radical conversion experience, for which I am forever grateful. What happened after that was a bit more troublesome. I happened along an extreme Fundamentalist Group on campus that believed the Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

The Son Of Man

Contributed by Jim Keegan on May 6, 2025

God isn't a remote, ethereal being, transcendent and unfathomable--because Jesus has made him known. He's the life-saving mediator between God and the human race, who knows and loves us, and through whom we can know and love God.

[Read Scripture text.] Many of you have probably seen the television series "Undercover Boss," in which the CEO of a corporation assumes a disguise and works alongside their employees on the shop floor or serving customers. In that role they come to a much deeper understanding and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18, Hebrews 4:15-16

"The Cosmic War And The Ministry Of Jesus”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 8, 2024

Similar to a previous sermon, Much like the message of Christmas & Easter the "warfare" noted in Mark and each of the gospels is on going. Sermon has some quotes from "Jesus in the Churches Gospels" by J. Reumann

In Jesus Holy Name June 9, 2024 Redeemer Text: Mark 3:28-29 “The Cosmic War and the Ministry of Jesus” Today’s Gospel reading brings us to a challenge very early in the ministry of Jesus. Jesus has returned to his new adopted home town of Capernaum. Jesus healed a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:28-29, John 8:44

Denomination: Lutheran

Don't Leave ... God Behind Series

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 25, 2002

Part of the Left Behind Powerpak Every aspect of life is to be lived for his glory.

MARK: Pastor, I was wondering if you could help me. I’m trying to figure out my schedule for this fall, and I don’t really know how much time I have to be a Christian. PASTOR: What do you mean? MARK: Well, you know I’m going to be really busy this fall teaching Science at the high school, and I’m ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

A Full Time Christian

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 25, 2000

Every aspect of life is to be lived for his glory.

MARK: Pastor, I was wondering if you could help me. I'm trying to figure out my schedule for this fall, and I don't really know how much time I have to be a Christian. PASTOR: What do you mean? MARK: Well, you know I'm going to be really busy this fall teaching Science at the high school, and I'm ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 10:31

Denomination: Baptist

A Fact-Based Look At The Life Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 27, 2021

In the life of Jesus Christ we find the idea of truth. Truth is described time and again by Jesus. But what is truth? Truth is indeed a great breathtaking challenge. What is the truth about life?

In the life of Jesus Christ we find the idea of truth. Truth is described time and again by Jesus. But what is truth? Truth is indeed a great breathtaking challenge. What is the truth about life? As believers in this chapel, here to worship God, we know that the truth is as follows: John 1:1-5, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39, Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

Prayer Is Seeking Our Needs Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 26, 2011

Even with all that we have in America, I want to show you why it is still important to ask God to provide our daily needs. When we ask God for something, we are acknowledging that He is the source of what we need and that He owns everything.

Purpose: To explain the importance of asking God to supply our daily needs. Aim: I want the listeners to see how dependent they are on God for everything. INTRODUCTION: Today we are looking at the first of three requests for personal needs in what we call the Lord's Prayer. The first personal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Improving Your Vision Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 11, 2010

Your world view will determine what you do. It will give shape to how you live in this world. Our world view forms our character.

IMPROVING YOUR VISION Talking and Listening to God -- Part 3 Isaac Butterworth December 12, 2010 Matthew 7:24-27 (NIV) 24 ‘Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed