Sermons on A City Not Forsaken:

The Tower Of Babel Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Jun 22, 2014

Seven lessons we can learn from the story of the Tower of Babel.

BASIC BIBLE STORIES The Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1 – 11:9) What can we learn from the story of the Tower of Babel? 1. Man NATURALLY disobeys God Genesis 8:21 says, “…the imagination of man's heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every thing living, as I have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Psalm 51:5, Genesis 8:21, Romans 3:23, Genesis 9:1, 1 Timothy 1:15, Romans 8:1, 1 Peter 3:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will We Know Each Other In Heaven Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Aug 29, 2017

will we recognize each other with glorified bodies?

Over the years several people have asked me the interesting question, “Will we know each other in heaven?” I’m confident that the answer to that question is yes, for several reasons. First, consider the fact that God will resurrect us physically at His second coming. There’s plenty of evidence for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Standard Raised.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2024

Redemption for the Israel of God.

A STANDARD RAISED. Isaiah 62:10-12. This prophecy is fulfilled at more than one level. There is a level of fulfilment for those Jews who lived in the days of Cyrus king of Persia (Ezra 1:1-4). At the raising of God’s standard (ISAIAH 62:10), they were able to leave behind the gates of Babylon ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Heavens & New Earth Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Feb 17, 2004

Heaven is a city!

Revelation 21-22:6 January 4, 2004 New Heavens & New Earth What’s it going to be like? What will eternity be like? What is heaven like? It is a good question – not just in a sense of satiating our curiosity – showing us things that we have never seen or dreamed of, but it is also an ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Suffering Messiah

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 16, 2015

As you read this psalm, you see Jesus at Calvary: His cry to the Father; the period of darkness; the ridicule of the people; His thirst and pain; His pierced hands and feet; and the gambling for His clothes.

3-26--05 Title: The Suffering Messiah Text: (Psalm 22) Introduction Of all the psalms dealing with the Lord’s great desire to save lost men and women, this is undoubtedly the best. It’s identified as a Messianic psalm (a psalm written about Jesus, the messiah) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

When God Uses The Rejected Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025

The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Psalm 22 - Jesus On The Cross Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 29, 2019

"My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?" Jesus' terrible cry on the cross is answered in Psalm 22.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31, Psalm 22:1, Psalm 22:21, Luke 1:46-55, Acts 7:53, Galatians 3:19, John 16:13-14, Isaiah 59:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Death Of Jesus

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 29, 2013

Taking a look at what it meant to be forsaken by the Father and what Jesus meant by saying, "it is finished".

THE DEATH OF JESUS John 19:28-42 1) Forsaken (Matt. 27:45-49). “Later, knowing that all was now completed…” What had happened? Three hours of darkness. This could’ve been the result of God’s provision of an eclipse. I don’t know why exactly but it’s been ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Saints Go Marching In Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Look at Isaiah 60 for what you’re seeing is a poem but it’s also a vision of a magnificent city – a transformed city. The city that Isaiah envisions is a magnetic place. It has drawing power.

Apple founder, Steve Jobs was asked to address the graduations of Stanford University just shortly before his death. He said these memorable words: “Remembering that I’ll be dead soon is the most important tool I’ve encountered to help me make the big choices in life.” Yes, remembering I will be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking A Better Land Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 3, 2022

The city of God is the homeland for the faithful of all the ages. It is no mere temporal and earthy city, but a heavenly one. By faith the saints of old based their lives on a promise of God that this city is more real and more permanent than any earthy city.

HEBREWS 11:13-16 SEEKING A BETTER LAND [Exodus 3:13-17] The city of God is the homeland for the faithful of all the ages. It is no mere temporal and earthy city, but a heavenly one. By faith the saints of old based their lives on a promise of God that this city is more real and more permanent ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Unknown God Part 1

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

A City full of Idols.

1. Paul’s Audience vv17-18b So he reasoned in the synagogue with the Jews and the devout persons, and in the marketplace every day with those who happened to be there. [18] Some of the Epicurean and Stoic philosophers also conversed with him. Setting – Last week we felt the heart of Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Losing Your First Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

Jesus said, "This I have against you. You have forsaken your first love."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. Edmund Burke said that very seldom does a man take one giant step from a life of virtue & goodness into a life of vice & corruption. Usually, he begins his journey into evil by taking little steps into the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5, Romans 9:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Keeping Power Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

Explores God's unwavering love, guidance, and commitment to us, even when we feel forsaken by others.

Good morning, dear friends. It is a true joy to gather with you today, under the gracious gaze of our Lord, to delve into the depths of His word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to Psalm 27:10 - a verse that radiates with the promise of God's unwavering guardianship, His guiding presence, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:10

Topics: Keeping Power, God

Wild Revival Fire!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 28, 2013

Friend, I am not talking about a slowly, flickering, wavering candle light, I am talking about ‘wild fire’ for God! I want someone to catch this fire today!

Wild fire! Isaiah 64:2 “As when fire sets twigs ablaze and causes water to boil, come down to make your name known to your enemies and cause the nations to quake before you!” I write this after spending two hours of weeping and praying in His Presence! Right after speaking with Him, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Will Heaven Be Like?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 4, 2013

My simplistic description of Heaven does not even come close to Truth, but hopefully it gets you thinking about some questions about Heaven or perhaps reminds you of questions you have always had about it.

WHAT WILL HEAVEN BE LIKE? VARIOUS PASSAGES INTRODUCTION This month we are talking about the question: “You are dead… now what?” The purpose of John and I’s sermons all month long are to answer questions that you may have about what happens after we die… that is the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ