Sermons on 1st Sunday In Advent:

Joyful Trials Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018

1st in a series on James dealing with our response to trials.

“Joyful Trials” Introduction Before we examine one of the magnificent “trees” (passage) in this forest (letter), I will first provide a brief overview of the “forest”. Our task in Bible study is to first understand what God intended to communicate to the original readers. How did they understand ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Just A Shadow Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 4, 2017

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Covenant".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Covenant [#1] JUST A SHADOW Hebrews 8:1-6 Introduction: As I was sitting and eating a hamburger this week at work in honor of Kaitlyn, one of the guys made an interesting statement about a fellow worker who has cancer. He said, “I know that he says that he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Being There Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 27, 2010

This is the 1st sermon in the series "God’s Gift Of..."

Family Worship November 22, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: God’s Gift Of… [#1] BEING THERE Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction: So, I know that it is hard to believe for some; but Christmas is 1 month away and the stores are working overtime already. Some you have already ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Hungry For Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 8, 2018

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Changing Your Spiritual Appetite".

Series: Changing Your Spiritual Appetite [#1] WHAT ARE YOU HUNGRY FOR? Matthew 5:6 Introduction: Karen and I just spent 16 days on vacation. Now, most of the time we were working. We were either preparing for a wedding and taking care of the wedding; or we were moving Tharon and Paula to North ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Superior Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Sacrifice [#1] THE SUPERIOR SACRIFICE Hebrews 10:1-18 Introduction: In showing the superiority of the New Covenant, we have seen the author discuss the better promises, the better sanctuary, and now we will look at the better sacrifice. We are shown in this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Message Of Hope Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Better Way".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Better Way [#1] THE MESSAGE OF HOPE Hebrews 10:32-39 Introduction: I am honored to have Tharon with us here this morning to give his testimony. Most of us are aware of Tharon’s struggles and we admire what he has accomplished; but we can never forget that God is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

You Need To Run Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 24, 2017

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus Is Better- The Practice Of Faith".

Series: Jesus Is Better- The Practice Of Faith [#1] YOU NEED TO RUN Hebrews 11:35-12:11 Introduction: It is easy to get depressed, worn out, or just quit. It is difficult to lead a Christian life all the time. I have also noticed how easy it is to forget how blessed you really are. Hebrews ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Sheep Gate Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021

This is the 1st sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

Series: Rebuild The Gates [#1] THE SHEEP GATE Nehemiah 3:1 Introduction: With all of the craziness going on, many people are predicting that this is the end. No one knows when Jesus is coming back; but He gave us instructions. Jesus told us to be watching, be ready, and be praying. If Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciple Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 5, 2021

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Being A Disciple".

Series: Being A Disciple [#1] A DISCIPLE… Luke 14:25-28 Introduction: As the Lord is showing me what He means by “extend your reach”; I want us to see what a disciple of Jesus should look like. What do you think about when you hear the word Christian? What comes to mind? Do you think of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Chaos To Creation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#1] CHAOS TO CREATION Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction: Tonight, we are going back to the beginning- The Book of Genesis. This foundational text is not just a collection of old stories; it reveals God's character and His purpose for creation and humanity. In Genesis, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Live In Hope Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 16, 2023

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Live Well".

Series: Live Well [#1] LIVE IN HOPE 1 Peter 1:1-12 Introduction: 1 Peter 1:1-2 In A.D. 64, Nero burned Rome and guess who he blamed? Christians. Christians were being severely persecuted. They were being fed to lions, beheaded, crucified, burned, etc… Christians had to go underground, leave ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

United In Weakness Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jul 14, 2025

The opening of our sermon series on the book of 1st Corinthians

United in Weakness 1st Corinthians Series CCCAG 7-13-25 Welcome to the start of our new sermon series on 1 Corinthians. Introduction: The City of Corinth and Its Church Today, we dive into Chapter 1. 1st and 2nd Corinthians are letters that were written by the Apostle Paul to a church wrestling ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:3, John 15:5, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Not By Bread Alone

Contributed by Ryan Ferwerda on Mar 15, 2019

In the Gospel lesson from the 1st Sunday of Lent we hear Jesus say that a person does not live by bread alone. How often do we do that in our own lives however?

“‘BOMB CYCLONE’ BLASTS THROUGH CENTRAL US”[i] This was a Thursday morning headline from CNN’s website, highlighting the historic late winter storm that swept across a great portion of the central part of the United States during the middle of this week that saw lots of people being affected by ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Fill The Potholes

Contributed by Roger Shervington on Dec 14, 2006

The highway we travel as Christians needs timely and appropriate maintenance.

Fill the Potholes Pastor Roger Shervington Community Presbyterian Church El Monte, CA 2nd Sunday of Advent (C) 10 December 2006 This morning, we continue our Advent journey towards the joy and celebration of Christmas while not forgetting that we also celebrate the promise of our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"God Became A Human.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 19, 2001

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Romans 1: 1-7 Title: “God became a human.”

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent Romans 1: 1-7 December 23, 2001 Title: “God became a human.” “The Letter To the Romans,” appears first in the Pauline corpus, the collection of letters either written by Paul or by a disciple of Paul, because it is both the longest and the most important. As such it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran