Sermons on Within:

A Growing Church With Growing Pains (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Dec 14, 2014

A sermon examining the potential problems that come when a Church experiences growth.

A GROWING CHURCH WITH GROWING PAINS (Part 1) Acts 6:1-7 There are times when young children complain of pain in their extremities; a common response from parents is, “ah, it is just growing pains”. However, according to the Mayo Clinic and other medical researchers there is no evidence that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In Diversity: Beings In Relationship

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 1, 2021

What is man? Is man a dream in the eye of his creator? It would seem so, by the Christian worldview. What is man for? How can man find fulfillment in life?

What is man? Is man a dream in the eye of his creator? It would seem so, by the Christian worldview. What is man for? How can man find fulfillment in life? Human kind, one by one may find ultimate fulfillment in relationship. I have learned slowly but surely, that I am a being made for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14, Galatians 3:28

Denomination: Salvation Army

Working Your Faith Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Nov 25, 2014

How to make your faith effective; so that you won't be caught in the trap of unbelief. Your life can be full of the living experiences of God's Word. The scriptures will no longer become a story but a living testimony when you master the act of faith.

"That the communication of your faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus." (Philemon 1:6). The Greek word for EFFECTUAL is ENERGEO: It means to be in active operation, to produce effects, or to be powerfully productive. That means your ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:6

Denomination: *other

I Am Transformed! Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 19, 2016

The word transformed is used 4 times in the New Testament. Twice describing Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration and twice describing God’s affect on Christians. Thankfully, it is not something I try to accomplish, but something God accomplished in me.

When I enlisted in the Army in 1985, I was a naïve, country boy from WV. After their offer and my oath of commitment, the Army upheld their responsibilities and I upheld mine. Over time, by their influence and training, I was transformed into a soldier. If the military can accomplish that in me, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure For Conflict (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 23, 2021

James begins chapter four with a question about what causes fights among us. He spends 12 verses discussing the causes and cures for conflict. In this sermon, we will focus on the first 6 verses that address the causes of conflict.

Introduction: A. A boy once asked his dad, “Dad, how do wars begin?” 1. “Well,” said his father, “Take the First World War, it got started when Germany invaded Belgium.” 2. Immediately the boy’s mother interrupted, “Honey, tell the boy the truth. It began because somebody was ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Does Religion Hinder Walking In The Spirit

Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Nov 20, 2024

The word "Religion" is a deep well and It doesn't always represent a true faith in Jesus. Maybe its time to ask whether we are suffering defeat because of it's encroachment on our walk with God

Read it Or Watch it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YGiZA2VacQ Have you ever considered the influence other religions have had on your walk of faith? What defines them as different and what makes them a distraction rather then a help within our spiritual journey? The struggles that follow every ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Romans 8:12-15

Denomination: *other

The Peace Of God

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 10, 2008

THE PEACE OF GOD IN OUR HEARTS is to be at one with God, fully trusting Him to do all that He has said, never wavering.

HAVING THE PEACE OF GOD IN OUR HEARTS : Colossians 3:15-17 5-23-07 Today as we all know medical science has come a long way, who, not so many years ago would have ever thought that one day doctors would be doing heart transplants, putting pace makers in peoples hearts, replacing damaged arteries ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Does The Bible Foretell The Coming Of Muhammad? Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014

Muslim apologists love showing verses from the Bible that they say foretold the coming of Muhammad. These verses usually show that they do not understand the importance of context.

The Muslim makes the claim that the Bible foretold the coming of Muhammad, and because of this, the Christian needs to submit to the teachings of Muhammad. They make the claim based on what is taught in the Qur’an, not what is taught in the Bible. Their are a couple passages they begin with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Maundy Thursday / Passover

Contributed by Greg Van Heukelom on Jun 30, 2020

Maundy Thursday on video during COVID, watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siZbTmgjdwE&t=3s

FOUR Cups Maundy Thursday Sermon Transcript… Hello Calvary friends and other friends who are watching this video. I'm pastor Greg pastor at Calvary this is my wife Sue. We're going to have a very shortened communion / Seder meal. The Seder of the Passover meal there are four ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Keeps The Family Growing & Going PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2023

God should be the foundation of our families, and without His guidance and blessing, our efforts to build and protect our families are in vain.

Good morning, Church family! Today we're going to delve into a topic that hits home for all of us, no matter what stage of life we're in: family. Whether you're single, married, a parent, a grandparent, or a child, this message is for you. We're going to talk about the foundation of a healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1

Topics: Healthy Family

Heart Transplant

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 4, 2012

We can not live right, or do right, without God’s help!!

Ezekiel 36:25-27-Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Maximize Your Riches Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 28, 2023

This is the 173rd sermon in the series Action". This is the 10th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#173] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- MAXIMIZE YOUR RICHES Ephesians 3:14-21 Introduction: Having 6 kids, 3 daughter-in-laws, 2 son-in-laws, and 7 grandchildren changes your perspective on things. Every single 1 of them is completely different than the others, (including the twins). ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Battle Tactics Part 2 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 21, 2018

This is part two of the series. In the message we examine how Mark translated the parable to the sower and the differences from Luke's translation in part one.

Satan’s Battle Tactics Part 2 Scriptures: John 10:10; Mark 4:14-20; Psalm 119:105, 130; James 1:12 Two weeks ago I shared with you the first tactic of Satan’s battle plan which is to steal the word from our hearts. We know that faith comes by hearing the word of God and if we are not hearing it ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Care - Fully

Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007

PEOPLE CAN BE DELICATE AND FRAGILE. WE NEED TO HANDLE THEM WITH EXTRA CARE.

CARE - FULLY ROMANS 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Have you ever heard of men being fragile? can a person fall and break into smithereens? We have all heard of broken hearts, broken families etc. This bring into light that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Understanding Service - Trust And Faith (3) Series

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 11, 2021

Encouragement for service in the kingdom of GOD

Trust and faith If you desire to serve YAHWEH and as you engage in the service, trust HIM. Trust the promises given to you in HIS Word. If you want to please YAHWEH, then you must have faith. The Bible says that without faith it is impossible to please YAHWEH. What is the difference between faith ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3-4, 2 Chronicles 20:20, Hebrews 11:1