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A Righteousness Like Abraham's PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to live by faith, not by law, emphasizing the power of the Holy Spirit and following Abraham's example of righteousness.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are gathered together in the warmth of fellowship and the shared love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We are here to encourage one another, to learn from one another, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-14

Topics: Faith, Foundation

Hope Of The Resurrection PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus' resurrection, its historical truth, and its implications for personal hope, proclamation, and assurance in our lives.

Good morning, beloved family. What a privilege it is to gather together in the name of our risen Savior, Jesus Christ, to reflect on the profound mystery and the glorious hope that His resurrection brings. Today, we stand on the precipice of a profound truth, a truth that has the power to transform ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Topics: Resurrection

Time PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores understanding God's timing, the power of a relationship with Him, and the call to eternal life through the lens of Ecclesiastes 3:1-3.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord. It is a joy to see each one of you here today, eager to drink from the fountain of the Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of understanding, ready to embrace the wisdom that comes from knowing God's timing, the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-3

Topics: Time, Winding

Suit Up PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon explores the spiritual armor in Ephesians 6:17, focusing on understanding and applying the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit.

Welcome, beloved, to this sacred gathering where we stand together on the common ground of faith. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, united under the banner of Christ's love, to delve into the transformative power of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves in the book of Ephesians, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Topics: Helmet Of Salvation, Sword Of The Spirit

Wives And Husbands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon explores the divine institution of marriage, its significance in God's plan, and the roles of love and submission within a Christian marital relationship.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together as one family, united under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father. It's a joy to see so many familiar faces and to welcome those who are joining us for the first time. We gather here, not as strangers or acquaintances, but as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-32

Topics: Love, Submission

Are You Willing To Carry Jesus? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon explores our roles as believers in carrying the weight of faith, serving as vessels for God's work, and proclaiming His blessings.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, and welcome to this blessed day that the Lord has made. We gather here today, not by coincidence, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here to open our hearts to the Word of God and to listen to the message He has for us today. Our text ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Topics: Crowds, Hosanna

Teamwork PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and teamwork within the Christian community to overcome divisions and challenges, reflecting the diverse yet unified body of Christ.

Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering of the faithful. We are here to share in the joy of fellowship, to lift our hearts in praise, and to seek wisdom from the Word of God. It is a privilege to stand before you today, not as one who has all the answers, but as a fellow traveler ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12

Topics: Church Unity, Interdependence

The Permanence Of Love Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of love as a permanent, enduring force, greater than faith and hope, and emphasizes the importance of expressing this love to those around us, as guided by the teachings in 1 Corinthians and 1 John.

Welcome everyone! I’m so glad you’re here as we’re wrapping up our series Love God; Love People, where we’ve talked a lot about God’s love, the example Christ set for us, and the difficulty of loving others in the midst of sin and brokenness. Today, we’re tying it all together by looking at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 John 4:8

Topics: Divine Love, Eternal Investment, Unfailing Consistency

Sermon Series: Love God Love People

When The Valley Comes

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

Jesus was tempted by the devil but he resisted. From Jesus, we can see the three temptations that Jesus resisted and learn how we can resist our temptations.

I. Introduction (1) a. Ill. Thetis held the young Achilles by the heel and dipped him in the river Styx; everything the sacred waters touched became invulnerable, but while she was dipping him in the water she had to hold him by the heel so the heel remained dry and therefore unprotected. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The One True God

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Jul 11, 2002

A Vacation Bible School Introductory Sermon.

What are some attributes of the One True God that children will learn in our Vacation Bible School? CREATOR (Gen. 1:1) "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." "No "Big Bang" or long period of change created the world we now live in. Our world was spoken into existence by the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Irrefutable Truth About Demons Series

Contributed by Michael Treston on May 8, 2002

love your enemies, but choose your friends wisely

Halloween. So what is the problem with Halloween. Other than being all about demons nothing I guess, But what is wrong with Demons anyway It’s about demons and demons are cool – just look at Buffy and charmed, They don’t hurt anyone You can mess with this stuff because the slayer is always around ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Song Of Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 23, 2002

Exegetical, verse-by-verse exposition; revealing the revelation of God which Jesus is; focus on the person and work of Christ; closes with an invitation to know Him as Savior and Lord.

INTRODUCTION: Solomon said: “But will God indeed dwell upon the earth?” (1Kings 8:27). God indeed dwelt in both the Tabernacle & Temple; but He departed in Ezekiel. Verses 1-18 are the introduction to John, & must be understood in order to understand the rest of the book. The introduction to John ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, 1 Kings 8:27

Imitator

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

It was customary in Hosea’s day for people to rejoice at harvest time. Israel, however, was commanded not to do so, because she attributed the abundance she experienced to the idols she worshiped, instead of God who sent it (v. l). Because of her spiritua

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: President Calvin Coolidge invited some people from his hometown to dinner at the White House. Since they did not know how to behave at such an occasion, they thought the best policy would be just to do what the President did. The time came for serving coffee. The ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Vision

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Jul 12, 2004

To have sight without a vision is worst than to be born blind. What are you living for?

What are you living for? Vision is the whole essence of your living. The reason you are sent into the world by God is for you to fulfill a vision. If you can see it, you can have it. WHAT IS VISION? · Vision is a discovery of God’s plan as it relates to your life. · Vision is also foresight with ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-3, Genesis 13:14-15, Genesis 13:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowledge

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 18, 2005

The true condition of the Corinthian believers was that they were still engrossed with human, earthly wisdom. We can spend a lifetime accumulating human knowledge and still not learn how to have a personal relationship with God.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Knowledge is exploding at such a rate—more than 2000 pages a minute—that even Einstein couldn’t keep up. In fact, if you read 24 hours a day, from age 21 to 70, and retained all you read, you would be one and a half million years behind when you finished. How can it be, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist