Sermons on We Are The Branches:

The Person In The Mirror Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 31, 2015

This series focuses on the truth that we see when we look at ourselves in the mirror and the lives we live when we forget what we saw in the mirror.

The Person In The Mirror Scriptures: James 1:21-24; Judges 6:11- 8:35 Introduction: The title of my message this morning is “The Person in the Mirror.” My original title was going to be “The Man in the Mirror” but I did not want to give the impression that this message ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving God With All Of Our Life

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Apr 18, 2024

Many times we thought that we love God and yet what we show is different. How do we show that we really love Him?

TOPIC: LOVING GOD WITH ALL OF OUR LIFE Text: Deuteronomy 6:4-9 v. 5, “5 Ibigin mo si Yahweh na iyong Diyos nang buong puso, buong kaluluwa at buong lakas.” “You hall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.” Introduction: (1 PPT) LOVING GOD WITH ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wake Up, Get Up, Open Our Eyes

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 3, 2023

This is another vision for Zechariah. Here we see work that is being done and encouragement given to complete that work.

This is another vision where Zechariah sees the golden lampstand and olive trees. The ultimate meaning of this vision answers the question “How will any Christian finish the work that the Lord has given them to do?” It is by the Spirit of God. In verses 1-5: The angel came and woke Zachariah up. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Procuring God’s Peace

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 10, 2018

This sermon is part of our spiritual first aid series and it looks at how we go about procuring God's peace for our lives. We look at having peace with God and the peace of God, and how we have peace through God's word and forgiveness.

Spiritual First Aid Procuring God’s Peace Before I begin, let me say that God considers peace so important that not only did He give it as a title to His Son, Jesus, calling Him the Prince of Peace, but He also made it part of two life changing teachings. The Apostle Paul lists out peace as one ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:16, John 16:33, John 14:27, Romans 5:1, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 119:165, Isaiah 48:17-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Plugging Into God Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011

God desires a relationship with us, so first we have to make space for God. The second step is to connect to God. But the problem is we aren’t connected to God or even other people. And if we are, it’s infrequent and usually casual or shallow. That leads

Plugging Into God John 15:5-8 In this sermon series, we’re asking you to look at yourself through a new lens, as that of an apprentice of Jesus. An apprentice is someone who is bound to another for a certain amount of time to learn an art or trade in which the master is an expert. To be a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Story Of A Journey Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 18, 2016

We all hear the story about the Journey to Bethlehem at Christmas, this is the story of the journey to Egypt

We all know the Story; we’ve heard it over and over again. If you close your eyes you can almost picture them, Mary, Great with Child, on a donkey. Wow while that may be an accurate description I’m not sure that any woman ever, would appreciate being described that way. Ranks right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

With His Coming

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 30, 2015

Jesus became vulnerable so that we might become victorious. He put himself in harm's way to drive all harm away from us.

THERE’S A STORY in the Bible about King Jehoshaphat and how, one day, he was given some distressing news. Messengers came, and they told him that the massive armies of three – not one or two, but three – nations were coming against him. “A great multitude,” they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Pruning Season Comes

Contributed by S Henriques on Jan 27, 2003

Sometimes God moves in our lives in such a way that it causes us pain, and our wounds are fresh and oozing. God is working a great work in our lives, even if we do not understand what is happening at the moment.

When Pruning Season Comes John 15:1-10 In the early morning, just as the sun begins to brighten the sky, a man moves silently through a vineyard. He has work to do, and he does it with determination and precision. He pauses to sharpen a pruning knife, because he knows that he will be most ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Christmas

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 12, 2001

This is a Christmas season devotional done for the local senior center. The gift of Christmas is one that we cannot afford to pass up

The Gift of Christmas John 1:12 Senior Center Devotional December 12, 2001 In the fourth year of his layoff from his job, Dad gave Mom a dishwasher for Christmas. You have to understand the magnitude of the gift: Our old house had its original wiring and plumbing, and neither could handle the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12

Denomination: Church Of God

Honoring God’s Investment-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Dec 2, 2014

3 of 3. Paul reminded Timothy of the significance of God’s investment in us. When do we honor the gravity of God’s investment? We honor the gravity of God’s investment when we are Thankful. We honor God’s investment thru Thankfulness for His...

HONORING GOD’s INVESTMENT-III—1Timothy 1:12-17 Need: Paul reminded Timothy of the gravity behind God’s investment/charge. We must recognize the gravity of God’s investment. We must be made aware of the investment made to our responsibility with the Gospel. When do we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Going God's Way? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 6, 2020

If we want to go God's way in life, we have to: 1. Recognize the importance of repentance (vs. 1-2, 7). 2. Examine the essentials of life (vs. 2-6). 3. Focus on a fruitful life (vs. 5-9). 4. Trust Jesus to turn our lives around (vs. 10-12).

Are You Going God's Way? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 3:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - January 7, 2018 (Revised October 6, 2020) MESSAGE: *One time I heard Bill Stafford preach at a conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Bill was talking about being stubborn, and he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Improving With Age

Contributed by Darrell Coats on Sep 18, 2006

No matter what our age, we’re never too "old" to serve God.

IMPROVING WITH AGE Genesis 12:1-8/Romans 4:1-5 Introduction: We Americans spend billions of dollars each year to look younger. We spend money on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Isaac's Favorite, Rebekah's Favorite

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 21, 2015

To show that spiritual things/matter (things that are invisible) outweighs physical things. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (Amplified Bible) For we walk by faith [we regulate our lives and conduct ourselves by our conviction or belief respecting man’s relationship t

I. EXORDIUM: Are you after spiritual things? Yes. Colossians 3:2 Colossians 3:2 (Amplified Bible) And set your minds and keep them set on what is above (the higher things), not on the things that are on the earth. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do When You Are Facing The Earthquakes Of Life.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 25, 2003

THE WORLD WE LIVE IN AND THE TIMES WE ARE LIVING IN WE WILL FACE THE EARTH QUAKES OF LIFE. WHAT SHOULD WE DO?

TEXT VERSE ACTS 16-26 AND SUDDENLY THERE WAS A GREAT EARTHQUAKE SO THAT THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE PRISON WERE SHAKEN AND IMMEDIATELY ALL THE DOORS WERE OPENED AND EVERY ONES BANDS WERE LOOSED. KJV. THE EARTHQUAKES OF LIFE WILL COME IN ARE LIFE IT MAY BE A JOB EARTHQUAKE. B FAMILY EARTH ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:20-35

Giving The Right Stuff Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 3, 2008

We are called to give what we have, but we must make sure that what we have is the right stuff.

Giving the Right Stuff Acts 3:1-10 Intro: As we look at the background of this passage, Peter and John were together again. They had done a lot together when Jesus was around. When Jesus sent the disciples out two by two, there is a good chance that Peter and John were paired together. Now they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God