Sermons on Abide In Him:

What Does Jesus Really Want Us To Do?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 5, 2004

Thirty-one things Jesus wants us to do even though they do not come naturally.

I John 2:6 - "The one who says he abides in Him ought to walk in a manner in which He Himself once walked." Quote: "If you really want to know the will of God for your life follow the footsteps of Jesus." (Bingham Hunter, Trinity International University) Illustration: As you therefore have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wonder Of Who We Are In Christ Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Jul 19, 2006

In 3:1-3, John, having acknowledged that Christians are born of God, now enlarges on the wonder and the glory of our relationship with God. Reflecting on our position as children of God should cause us to have a renewed sense of wonder. Let’s examine wh

THE WONDER OF WHO WE ARE IN CHRIST (1 John 3:1-3) It is fascinating to watch little children as they discover something new. They are filled with wonder at an object as tiny as a beetle or as colorful as a butterfly. One of the problems with growing up is that all too often we lose our sense of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3, John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Hate And Death

Contributed by Rick Balmer on Aug 6, 2007

Hate and death are connected in such a way that by hating someone, you have made yourself a murderer and liar.

Matthew 5:21-24 (KJV) “Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not kill; and whosoever shall kill shall be in danger of the judgment: But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without just cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is Confirmation Biblical

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 8, 2019

What is this thing called confirmation? What does it have to do with baptism? Is it even in the Bible or just vain human tradition? Let’s look at how the biblical term “laying on of hands” is confirmation, and that it is found in the list of basic doctrines of Hebrews 6:1-2.

What is this thing called confirmation? What does it have to do with baptism? Is it even in the Bible or just vain human tradition? Let’s look at how the biblical term “laying on of hands” is confirmation, and that it is found in the list of basic doctrines of Hebrews 6:1-2. Infant baptism in NOT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32, Luke 12:8, Romans 10:9-10, 1 Timothy 6:12, 1 John 4:15, Acts 8:14-17, Hebrews 6:1-2, Acts 9:17, Acts 19:5-6, Acts 10:44-48, 2 Corinthians 1:21-22, Ephesians 1:13, Ephesians 4:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Philippians 1:1-11

Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 14, 2024

Exposition on Philippians

Philippians 1:1-11 Point | The key to our attitude to our situation, the world, and those around us is to walk in an intimate relationship with Jesus! Introduction: - Each epistle has its particular tone or “flavor.” Some are more corrective (see Galatians and 1 Corinthians), while others tend ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Raising The Roof

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

Turning a visitation into a habitation.

“Raisin’ The Roof” Text: II Kings 4:8-16 Changing a visitation into a habitation! A. No room in present structure. (There was evidently no room for the prophet to move in to make room they had to raise the room. They had to expand their present structure.) Often there is no room in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Anointing

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 8, 2008

THE IMPORTANCE AND COSTLINESS OF THE ANOINTING

ANOINTING Exodus 30:23-33 • In the history of Hanukkah, the Jews only had enough oil to burn in the temple for one day, however the oil miraculously burned seven days longer. • THE NUMERAL FIVE- the number of exercise and responsibility of weakness, • And of grace in spite of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:23-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrating Belief And Behavior Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on May 15, 2008

This is the first in a 3 part series that ivestigates what faith looks like when it has integrity. This first sermon explores the ideas of integrating Belief and Behavior.

Faith Integrity The Integration of Belief and Behavior Matthew 5:13-20 The roots of the series that I want to begin today are found in what Quint Bryan shared with us last week. As he talked about coaching models of ministry and living, it began to stir in me the foundations of the teachings that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: *other

Jesus The Lord Our Banner (Jehovah Nissi) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 20, 2025

This message unveils Jesus as our divine Banner, under whose authority and presence every spiritual and physical battle is won.

JESUS THE LORD OUR BANNER (JEHOVAH NISSI) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 17:15 Key Verse: “And Moses built an altar, and called the name of it Jehovahnissi: For he said, Because the Lord hath sworn that the Lord will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.” — Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In True Freedom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Good morning, Church! Today, our Scripture speaks to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Christ – living in the freedom of the New Covenant, pursuing the enemy that seeks to destroy us, and walking in true freedom. As we explore this passage, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:31-42

Topics: New Covenant, Christ

The Gift

Contributed by Don Jones on Dec 19, 2006

A message about the greatest Gift ever given.

The Gift John 3:16 Pastor Don Jones Prop needed: Small gift box with bow on top For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 Introduction My family has always had interesting Holidays, especially ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 11, 2008

True love comes from God and is demonstrated by God in sending Jesus to die for us. Truly Loving one another can be made possible by God’s Holy Spirit living within us.

Love is a wonderful thing isn’t it? It’s all you need. It makes the world go round. It’s a many splendoured thing. And no doubt you could all quote me several other lyrics from popular songs. But please don’t! No, we all know that Dean and Anna are here today because of their love for one another. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Anglican

Discipleship: 4 Essential Components Series

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Jul 24, 2013

To be a disciple of Jesus begins with a "desire" to follow Him. Here at 4 essential components of discipleship explained.

Introduction: Pastor Randy Leckliter tells the story of a man who got lost in the desert. After wandering around for a long time, suffering from a severely parched throat, he spotted a little shack in the distance. He made his way over to the shack and found a water pump with a small jug of water ...read more

Denomination: Friends

Unqualified Leader Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 27, 2011

Trust Christ with your life today, and let Him make you into the leader He wants you to be. Let Him give you a heart for God. Let Him save your family, and let Him make you a real and genuine Christian on the inside as well as the outside.

Peter Falk (1927-2011), who died just this last June, will always be remembered for the role he played as an eccentric, sloppy detective in the TV series called “Columbo.” More often than not, he played dumb, but that put his subjects off guard, and he was always able to solve his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

There Is A Wolf In The Sheep Pen

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 11, 2001

How do you identify a false teacher?

Text: Matthew 7:15-23 Subject: False Teachers Theme: Identifying false teachers Prop: We cannot identify false teachers by sight, be we must examine their fruit. T.S. Today we will study the instructions that Jesus gives us to be able to identify false teaches. INTRODUCTION Society and their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ