Sermons on Adoption Sonship:

The Perfect Christmas Gift

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jan 7, 2015

Jesus Christ is a perfect Christmas gift from God to mankind

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT INTRODUCTION: Choosing a gift for the loved ones for the Christmas is a difficult task. Once the gift is selected, it is carefully wrapped with decorated paper and ribbons. Whatever we do, our gifts to others can never turn out perfect. Our gifts may not be liked by the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Life Of Hope And Praise Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 12, 2021

A sermon for Pentecost Year B, Lectionary 15

July 11, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Ephesians 1:3-14 A Life of Hope and Praise Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Our epistle readings for the next several weeks are taken from St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. I’d like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Myth #5: God Doesn't Really Care Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 13, 2023

The myth we want to talk about today: “God Really Doesn’t Care”. This is a sensitive topic because most of the time when we think this way we are going through a difficult trial.

- Myths Some Christians Believe - God Doesn’t Really Care Introduction We are in a series called Myths Some Christians Believe. The myths we have covered so far include: God Won’t Give Me More Than I Can Handle, God Just Wants Me to Be Happy, I Could Never Forgive that Person, and Follow Your ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, Lamentations 3:21-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Your Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

This sermon explores Psalm 16, emphasizing the importance of knowing God, trusting in His wisdom, and living a life that glorifies Him.

Good morning, dear friends. It is truly a blessing to gather together in this sacred space, united in our faith and our shared desire to grow closer to our Creator. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the wisdom of Psalm 16. In the words of the great Christian theologian J.I. Packer, "Once you ...read more

Topics: Godly Posture

Truly Loving Christ (Pastor Jose Gomez Jr)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 8, 2006

What happens when you stay in something long enough to make it a lifestyle while claiming a love for and complete devotion to Christ?

There is something that I struggle to reconcile as a church leader sometimes. It is the incongruency of the peoples’ actions with their claim to love and believe in Jesus Christ. Let me start by admitting that I have done some pretty stupid and sinful things in my life. I have made a complete fool ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning Trials Into Triumph Series

Contributed by Shane Speck on Feb 14, 2005

We all deal with trials and tribulations each and every day, the world and Christians alike need to know the value of pressing through the tough times!

PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LIVING “Turning Trials into Triumph” (James 1:2-4) INTRO.  Have you heard: “When life hands you a lemon make lemonade”  This is much easier said than done… but the idea is sound! - it is biblical - Many bible characters have shown that with God’s help they can ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Church In The World-The World In The Church"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Apr 22, 2006

This message is concerned with trying to eliminate worldly ideas, practices, and goals in churches and in individual believers.

"The Church In The World-The World In The Church" Text-Romans 1:1-17 Sermon by-Rev. Danny Moss dannymoss777@yahoo.com Introduction- The word "world" is used many times in the Bible. It is the Greek word "kosmos," which means "an orderly arrangement of things." -sometimes it is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discerning The Times

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Apr 10, 2001

What time is it in a spiritual sense ? This sermon looks at what year, month,dat and hour it is.

(1) INTRODUCTION: Read 1 Chron 12:32 and Ephesians 5:17-18. We are to discern the times we are living in. If we do that rightly it will effect the way we live our lives. We will be like a housekeeper that works diligently keeping the house in order as we expect the master’s return very soon. The ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8:5-9, 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: *other

Scattered Under The Green Tree, And Not Obeying His Voice

Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001

A comparisson of how the Children of Israel had to listen to God and Modern day Christians.

I. Introduction – I will attempt to do my best to bring the message as God has laid upon my heart. I have struggled with this all week and in trying to find the heartbeat of God, I pray I will do Him justice. II. We are taught in studying the Bible that what the Jews of the Old Testament had To do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living In A Topsy, Turvy World"

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2005

Where is God in a world that doesn’t make sense? God can be found intimately involved in the world, hidden by our preconceived ideas, and limited spiritual imagination.

Luke 16:19-31 “Living in a Topsy, Turvy World” INTRODUCTION I once read that Native Americas, the Sioux to be more exact, at one time in their history participated in what they called a Sun Dance. As part of the dance, men would allow themselves to be skewered through their pectoral/chest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Eternal Promise

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

God’s promises are sure. This youth devotion deals with how we can count on God.

The Eternal Promise Several years ago, I was sitting in my living room chair reading the paper when my six year old daughter Karen asked me to take her shopping. I really wasn’t in the mood for a mall crawl with a six year old, so I told her I was busy and didn’t have any money for shopping ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:6

The Problem With Religion That Looks Good Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 18, 2010

This message looks at the problems that come with living your life to impress others.

A LIFE GOAL: Live your life so that people will say good things at your funeral. - The Pharisees were doing things for an audience of people. - Key phrase is v. 5a – “done for men to see” - Three examples: a. Phylacteries and tassels. - These were things talked about in OT ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Not For Sale

Contributed by Terry Moore on Nov 24, 2009

Staying Saved

“NOT FOR SALE” HEB.12:14-17 IN GEN 25:29-34 WE FIND THE STORY OF ESUA SELLING HIS BITHRIGHT TO HIS BROTHER JACOB. ESUA WAS A HAPPY GO LUCKY KIND OF GUY WHO WAS MORE INTERESTED IN THE PLEASURES OF THE WORLD THAN THE TEACHING OF HIS FATHER CONCERNING THE THINGS OF GOD!! ESUA WAS 1ST ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-17

Denomination: Charismatic

The Concept And Truth Of Salvation

Contributed by Anthony Lacy on Feb 24, 2011

A message that looks at the meaning of Salvation and the importance of knowing Jesus personally.

The Concept and Truth of Salvation Salvation is fundamental to everything in the Christian way of life and function of the church. A Vital question is do we understand what salvation is and is not? Salvation is not a way of life, A regular attendance at church, A standard of living to be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-2

Denomination: *other

The Purchased Possession

Contributed by James Owens on Feb 6, 2008

Our salvation consists of more than the forgiveness of our sins so that when we die we will go to heaven.

“THE PURCHASED POSSESSION” TEXT: Ephesians 1:11-14 “In Him also we have obtained an inheritance, being predestined according to the purpose of Him who works all things (manipulating, moving, maneuvering, & arranging all things according to His purposes) according to the counsel of His will, that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Church Of God