Sermons on Affirmations:

Look! Who Is Coming To Dinner? John 12, Part 1

Contributed by Jay Yousling on Dec 29, 2020

People have preconceived notions of public figures. People have immediate, often polarizing opinions, about the person. Jesus was like this. He was a well know but little understood national figure. When you see Jesus, who do you see?

“Fear not, daughter of Zion. Behold, your King comes, sitting on a colt of a donkey.” John 12:15 1. Dinner Anyone? There is a ‘getting acquainted’ question that is asked sometimes. You may have asked it or answered it before. The question is, “If you could, what famous person would you like to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:10, Zechariah 9:9, John 12:36, John 12:1-50, John 12:37, John 12:46, John 12:15, Isaiah 53:1  (view more)  (view less)

The Sabbath: A Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring the Sabbath, understanding our identity in faith, and prioritizing our faith in our daily lives.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is yet another blessed day to gather together in the house of our Lord and share in His word. A day to set aside our worldly worries and focus on the divine wisdom and guidance that God offers us through His scriptures. The scripture we are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Topics: Identity, Sign

It Is Finished PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores the profound significance of Jesus' words "It is finished," focusing on the fulfillment of prophecy, the finality of His sacrifice, and our resulting freedom.

Good morning, beloved, and welcome. I trust and pray that God's grace has been abundant in your life this week. Today, we find ourselves gathered here, not by chance nor by circumstance, but by divine appointment. We are here, you and I, to meet with God in this sacred space, to hear His Word, to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Finished

Surprising The World Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the anxiety some people feel towards evangelism, questioning if faith-sharing should be anxiety-inducing, and referencing Michael Frost's book "Surprise the World" which suggests that not everyone should be expected to evangelize in the same way.

Why does the word ‘evangelism’ cause some people so much anxiety? Do you get images of door-knocking or approaching strangers in shopping malls? Does it make you feel like you’re being turned into a reluctant recruitment officer for the church? Should faith-sharing really be anxiety producing? In ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:15-16

Topics: Evangelism, Faith-Sharing, Anxiety

Sermon Series: Surprise The World

Man And Woman Series

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jun 5, 2021

Men and women are equally important to God, equally valuable to God. You find the Bible gives value and worth and significance to both men and women, created in the image of God.

Man and Woman “So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them.” - Genesis 1:27 Men and women are equally important to God, equally valuable to God. You will never find Scripture belittling women. You will never find Scripture demeaning ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believe & Know! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 25, 2021

Based on John 6:60-69 - Encourages hearers to believe in & know Jesus & live their lives as true followers of Him.

“BELIEVE & KNOW” John 6:60-69 FBCF – 10/17/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Found out a couple of wks ago that we have nearly 1300 members at FBCF. Avg about 400 folks here each Sunday & way less than that on Wednesday, our other corporate worship time as a church. Why is this so? Most Christians ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Baptist

04 - The Jews Not Superior Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Mar 31, 2021

This is the 4th of 30 Studies in the Book of Romans

Romans 2:17-20 17Indeed you are called a Jew, and rest on the law, and make your boast in God, 18 and know His will, and approve the things that are excellent, being instructed out of the law, 19 and are confident that you yourself are a guide to the blind, a light to those who are in darkness, 20 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Feast Of Purim Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 14, 2021

The Jews continue to celebrate the Feast of Purim to this day in remembrance of God's faithful deliverance from certain death. We have reason to celebrate as well. Christ provided the means of salvation, reconciliation, and eternal life.

The Feast of Purim Esther 9: 20-32 Our text today deals with the Feast of Purim, a festival that was instituted following the Jews deliverance from Haman, and those who supported his wicked agenda. Purim became a feast of celebration and praise for their deliverance and prosperity. Christians do ...read more

Scripture: Esther 9:20-32

Denomination: Baptist

Bitter Complaints: Born To Trouble Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 10, 2021

Job speaks his prayers out loud in our text for this week. He shares his brokenness and mostly his feeling that God is not listening any longer.

MAIN TEXT: In a way, a lot has transpired between last week’s reading and this one. In another way, nothing much has changed. Job is still on the ash heap. Job is still iN A place of bitter complaints. The companions who sat in silence with Job for seven days (2:13) now try and blame Job for his ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-9, Job 23:16-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Do This In Remembrance Of Me 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 29, 2024

In the simple yet profound words of Jesus, "Do this in remembrance of me," we find an invitation to partake in a sacred act of remembrance—the Lord's Supper. Today, let's delve into the significance of these words, exploring the transformative truth they hold for believers.

Do This in Remembrance of Me 1 Corinthians 11:23-25 Introduction: In the simple yet profound words of Jesus, "Do this in remembrance of me," we find an invitation to partake in a sacred act of remembrance—the Lord's Supper. Today, let's delve into the significance of these words, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-24, Luke 22:19, 1 Corinthians 11:25, Matthew 26:28, 1 Corinthians 11:26, Revelation 22:20, Romans 5:8, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Struggles Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 15, 2024

We have been studying aspects of daily discipleship. By now we know that discipleship is not simply church attendance. It involves a life that has been changed by following our Master, Jesus.

THE STRUGGLES OF DISCIPLESHIP Introduction We have been studying aspects of daily discipleship. By now we know that discipleship is not simply church attendance. It involves a life that has been changed by following our Master, Jesus. He taught us the foundational principles in the Beatitudes. He ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divine Power And Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 23, 2024

2 Peter 1:3-4 is a passage rich with encouragement and assurance for every believer. Through His divine power and precious promises, God equips us to live godly lives and partake in His divine nature.

Divine Power and Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 2 Peter 1:3-4 (NLT): "By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvellous glory and excellence. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4, Ephesians 1:19-20, Philippians 3:10, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

O Grave! Where Is Thy Victory

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 26, 2022

The bodily resurrection of Jesus means everything!

O Grave! where is thy Victory? 1 Corinthians 15:51-58 When Paul heard of what was going on in the Church at Corinth which he had founded, he must have wondered whether he had just wasted a year and a half of his life establishing the church. The church was divided into factions. Some held to Paul, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:51-58

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Eternal Truths In A Changing World Matthew 24:35 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 16, 2024

In a world that is constantly changing, focus will be on Matthew 24:35, where Jesus declares, "Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear."

Eternal Truths in a Changing World Matthew 24:35 Today, we gather to reflect on the enduring truth of God's Word in a world that is constantly changing. Our focus will be on a passage from Matthew 24:35, where Jesus declares, "Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Submission Of The Will (2001)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 24, 2022

This story relates to something that the book of James in the New Testament was talking about. James 4:1-2 points out that wars ---conflict start within the individual and have the potential to transpire into something more as it can become a war between people.

SUBMISSION OF THE WILL Text: James 4:1-7 There is in British history a war that has a title that is just as ridiculous as its cause. It is called the War of Jenkins’ Ear. This war began back in 1739. It ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist