Sermons on A New Command:

John Series Part 13 Revelation 4: The New Birth, John 3:1–15 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Feb 17, 2022

the new birth, along with God’s great love (vv.16–17), is the most important revelation ever made in all of human history. Jesus revealed the new birth.

John Series Part 13 Revelation 4: The New Birth, John 3:1–15 (3:1–15) Introduction: the new birth, along with God’s great love (vv.16–17), is the most important revelation ever made in all of human history. Jesus revealed the new birth. 1. The setting: Nicodemus approached Jesus (vv.1–2). 2. The ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Be Born Again?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 2, 2015

What must I do to be born again?

Start with the background • Jesus had come to Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover Celebration • The sale of cattle and doves and the privilege of exchanging money were permitted in the temple court as a convenience for pilgrims who would need animals for sacrifice and temple shekels ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Out Of The Ark And Into A New World - Noah As A Type Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 30, 2011

The steps that Noah took at the end of the flood teach us about our new beginning in the Christian life.

Illustrations explain complex things in simple ways. Like putting together a bicycle or piece of unassembled furniture. Or setting up a computer or electronics. If you want to learn how to tie a knot, or learn a new crochet stitch, the best way is to look at a picture. The Old Testament is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Starting Again Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 27, 2024

First sermon from series in Nehemiah. It examines how God works to rebuild people's lives. Suitable for New Years.

Nehemiah 1 New Years We got to spend a few days with Sarah and Drew the week after Christmas, visiting in Colorado. We spent some time resting, but we also spent some time sightseeing, driving through the snow-covered mountains and seeing a winter wonderland. As we were discussing their ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Servants Are Light Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 22, 2023

God is light. He makes his disciples to be his servants and gives them the mission of being light to the nations. His servants have to listen to people and to God. Be channel of blessings to disburse the free gift of salvation.

Theme: God’s servants are the Light Text: Isaiah 42:1-9   Greetings: You are the servants of God. You are the Light to the world. The Lord is good and his love endures forever. We began this year with the first order and command of God, ‘Let there be Light’. We have meditated about the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

On Mt. Zion, In Heavenly Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Christina Milanderb on Feb 27, 2023

Paul says in Hebrews 12:22 we have come to the spiritual Mount Zion, and to the city of the living God the Heavenly Jerusalem, a place where God has found His rest and made His habitation.

(Updated content) The Old Testament is filled with many types and shadows in the natural, that find their spiritual fulfillment in the coming of Jesus. Zion and the Heavenly Jerusalem is one of them, prophesied about by David, Isaiah, Jeremiah and other Old Testament prophets. Zion and Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:13-21, Galatians 4:4, Hebrews 12:22-24, Hebrews 12:18, Zechariah 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Guarded Steps Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 1, 2022

The Bible gives us clear instructions on what our heart attitude should be as we walk into the house of worship for Jesus Christ.

Guarded Steps Steps Toward Enjoying God’s Favor Listening The Word of God gives clear instructions of what heart attitude we should have as we enter into the Church of Jesus Christ for true worship. “Guard your steps when you go into the house of God. Go near to listen... Do not be quick with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Armor Up: The Final Wake-Up Call Of The Year”

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Dec 11, 2025

To believers to wake up spiritually, clean out anything hindering their walk with Christ, and step into the new year shining brightly with the armor of His light.

Romans 13:11–12 (NIV) “And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-12

Denomination: Other

Why New Testament Christians Reject The Use Of Mechanical Instruments

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 28, 2015

The 1st century Christians rejected the use of manmade instruments of music in their worship to God. The reason they did so was the same reason why they rejected animal sacrifices and other elements of the old law. This sermon examines this in detail.

Why New Testament Christians Reject the Use of Mechanical Instruments of Music There’s a general attitude building among the Lord’s church about mechanical instruments of music that tends to be a bit fuzzy. We are seeing a number of large congregations that are making a switch to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:25, Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:15, 2 Chronicles 29:25-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The External Evidence: Authenticity Series

Contributed by Brett Stair on Oct 15, 2002

2nd of 4 in an examination of the Great Commandment

The External Evidence: Authenticity Mark 12:28-31 Last week we said that authentic Christianity is motivated by a passion for God¡K That authentic Christianity is motivated by a strong, extravagant fondness, enthusiasm, and desire for God. Passion is essential¡K it¡¦s a necessary ingredient if we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Disciple's Attitude Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 23, 2004

In the most famous sermon ever preached, Jesus sets forth eight statements that provide the best definition of a disciple ever delineated

Developing a Disciple’s Attitude In a classic comic, Calvin and Hobbes are talking about the New Year when Calvin says, “I’m getting disillusioned with these new years. They don’t seem very new at all. Each New Year is just like the old year. Here another year has gone by and everything’s still ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"Want A Blank Check? ...check It Out!”

Contributed by Bubot Parago on Jan 12, 2019

It’s a different kind of blank check the Lord will be giving us.... “I will give you what you asked, even those you did not ask for— No other person in all the world will be compared to you for the rest of your life! I will give you a long life.”

“Want A Blank Check? ...Check It Out!” 1Kings 3:3-15 3- Solomon loved the Lord and followed all the decrees of his father, David, except that Solomon, too, offered sacrifices and burned incense at the local places of worship. 4- The most important of these places of worship was at Gibeon, so the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:3-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grabbing The Opportunuty

Contributed by David Nolte on Dec 30, 2018

daily we meet opportunities -- but what can we do with it?

“How To Make The Most Out Of Your Opportunities” Colossians 4:2-6 David P Nolte We all have daily opportunities to be all we can be, to learn lessons of trust and obedience, to serve God and man faithfully. It may be some pain or suffering, or sorrow, or loss. It may be an encounter with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

44. Salvation Extended To All Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 7, 2018

The relationship between God and humanity had been placed on a whole new basis because of the saving work of Jesus Christ

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 44 – SALVATION EXTENDED TO ALL] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-18, 1 Corinthians 15:22-23

Denomination: Christian Church

We Believe.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 6, 2023

We are free not on how we behave, but on how we believe. A works ooriented approach to freedom will always fail. Why? Because we are free, set free, not by how we behave, but what we believe!

We Believe. John 15:1-5NKJV We are free not on how we behave, but on how we believe. A works oriented approach to freedom will always fail. Why? Because we are free, set free, not by how we behave, but what we believe! Do you have definitive answers to what you believe? We need to fix ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5, John 8:31-32

Denomination: Pentecostal