Sermons on Year Beginning Sermon:

"Hiding In Plain Sight" - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 10, 2005

How do we understand charity and Christian giving? As a follower of Jesus Christ, how do I discern and know when and how to give?

“Hiding in Plain Sight” – Part 1 Matthew 6:1-4 Giving Alms Many think that charitable giving is a natural part of human nature. Actually, it is not. Human nature seeks to meet and satisfy the needs of self first. True charity came into the world through Christianity, and the charities that we see ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Nature Of True Religion" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 7, 2006

Sermon 12 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

As we come now to chapter 6 of Matthew’s gospel, and continue in our study of this sermon, I want to address just a couple of peripheral issues that may or may not arise in the mind of the hearer/reader, but should be broached just on the chance that they might. First, there is the question of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Orthodox

"But Jesus & The Black Church Say; Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 13, 2023

This is one of 4 short Sermons on the importance of Jesus' Words to the world as we Celebrate Black History month this year. This is Not a What would Jesus Say this is a What Would the Kin-dom call for you to do message.

Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany – “But Jesus & The Black Church Say; #Black Church Matters” February 12, 2023 Matthew 5:21-37 Color: Green Matthew 5:21-37 New Revised Standard Version, Anglicised Concerning Anger 21 ‘You have heard that it was said to those of ancient times, “You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: United Methodist

Kings And Prophets: The Beginning Of The End Of Israel

Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 23, 2016

The story of Hezekiah teaches us that when we honour and obey God, He blesses us. But when we choose to rebel and reject Him, there are always negative consequences.

THE STORY OF KINGS AND PROPHETS #5: THE BEGINNING OF THE END OF ISRAEL INTRO TO THE STORY: Discuss the nation of Israel through King Saul, David and Samuel. The Divided Kingdom: The Northern Kingdom of Israel (20 bad kings) and the Southern Kingdom of Judah (8 good kings, 12 bad kings). God sent ...read more

Denomination: *other

My Joy Shall Not Be Stolen At The End Of The Year Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 25, 2025

This sermon emphasizes God’s power to preserve joy in the life of believers, ensuring that trials, setbacks, or manipulations cannot steal the divine happiness meant to crown the year.

MY JOY SHALL NOT BE STOLEN AT THE END OF THE YEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Nehemiah 8:10 Key Verse: “Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.” (Nehemiah 8:10) Supporting Texts: Psalm 16:11; John 15:11; Romans 15:13; Philippians 4:4; Isaiah 61:3 INTRODUCTION: The end of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Beginning Of The New Life – The New Life

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017

What is the New Life? Why the New Life? How to gain the New Life?

The Beginning of the New Life – the New Life (John 3:1-16) 1 Now there was a Pharisee, a man named Nicodemus who was a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, “Rabbi, we know that you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the signs you ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16, John 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Ending The Year Without Regret Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 20, 2025

This message reveals how believers can conclude the year with peace, gratitude, and confidence by walking in wisdom, obedience, and divine alignment.

ENDING THE YEAR WITHOUT REGRET By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 90:12 Key Verse: “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:13-14; Ecclesiastes 7:8; Lamentations 3:22-23; Proverbs 4:18; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A New Song For The New Year

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Jan 4, 2003

I do my best to encourage others to craft and sing a new song unto the Lord. I give some reaons why every person has a song to sing!

A New Song for the New Year December 28, 2002 Intro: Greetings! I trust each and every one of you had a safe and Merry Christmas. I just want to say “Merry Christmas” over and over. I’m tired of hearing “Happy Holidays” or “Seasons Greetings.” Just a personal thing I guess. But we are getting to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-5, Psalm 96:1

Denomination: Baptist

A New Year For Our Church

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 15, 2007

Here is what we need as a church for the new year 2007.

PHIL. 2:12-16 “A NEW YEAR FOR RLCC” A) Several years ago when our country was showing signs of economic instability, right in the heart of the nation there was a pocket of prosperity! * It was the booming city of Wichita, Kansas! * Unemployment rate was only 3% ……. * It had a $14 million ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Watch How You Are Looking Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2001

Part 8 of Sermon on Mount series, controlling our lust.

Adultery, what a nasty word. It’s no wonder people don’t call it that, they refer to it as an affair of the heart, a fling, illicit love even an extramarital relationship, anything but adultery. After all every one is doing it, aren’t they? Well I know of one person for sure who isn’t. On the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Blessing In Poverty Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 26, 2008

As we continue our series on the Sermon on the Mount, we dive into the descriptions of a Christian’s character as defined by Christ in the Beatitudes. "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."

For the next three weeks we are back to our in depth study and look at the Sermon on the Mount. If you have accepted the challenge to do some scripture memory as a part of this journey together, then you would be up to Matthew 5, verse 3. And depending on your translation, you will have memorized ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Wesleyan

Entering The Year With Divine Direction Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025

Guidance on starting the new year under God’s supervision, ensuring every step aligns with His purpose.

ENTERING THE YEAR WITH DIVINE DIRECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 32:8 Key Verse: “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.” (Psalm 32:8) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 30:21; Jeremiah 29:11; James 1:5; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"New Direction For A New Year" Series

Contributed by Dave Martin on Dec 31, 2002

What was this past year like for you? Was it filled with joy and peace or anxiety and stress? What were my "Time Stealers"? Let’s see how we can use our time wisely in Christ for a New Direction for my life!

"New Direction for a New Year" Text: Eph. 5:15-17 & Selected "New Direction for a New Year" Using Time Wisely Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin – December 29, 2002 God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! What was the year 2002 like for you? Filled with joy and peace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Resolutions For A Blessed New Year

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 20, 2010

This lesson is given that we may resolve to spend more time with the family of God, increase our spiritual fitness, and shed the weight of sin that we may have a blessed New Year.

Resolutions For A Blessed New Year 01/04/09 AM Text: Hebrews 10:24-25 Introduction: In a lesson last Lord’s day we considered developing the habit of reading the Word of God daily as a resolution for this New Year which began just this past Thursday. As often is the case there was an article ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Starting The New Year Right

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 6, 2002

In this new year, we need to focus on: 1. Personal development. 2. Building relationships. 3. A life of service.

One of the positive effects of the recent tragedy our country experienced is that people appear to be shifting their priorities. People are centering their lives more on home and family rather than jobs and careers. We are looking again at the value of relationships, and even our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:10-16, Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Methodist