Sermons on allegiances: showing 151-165 of 4,811

There Are No Closet Christians (John 7:1-52) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 3, 2022

Nicodemus tries to thread the needle, and secretly follow Jesus. This doesn't work. If you are silent about Jesus, you haven't really "come to" him.

This morning, we find ourselves (somehow) in John 7. Throughout the gospel of John, we have found people confronted with one basic choice-- will they give their allegiance to Jesus, or not? Some people, hearing Jesus' words, and learning, have come to place their trust in Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-52

Jesus--King Of Righteous Rule

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 6, 2004

Recognizing the Kingship of Jesus.

Last week began a series focused on the question: Who is Jesus? · Began with solidifying the basis that the Scriptures reveal the true nature of Christ to us… The testimony of Scripture is both historically grounded and living. We meet Christ both in fact and in mystery. To know him is both a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spiritual Significance Of Clothing Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 12, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on clothing and its potential impact on our spiritual lives.

As Christians, we often overlook the spiritual significance of our clothing choices. However, the Bible warns us to be mindful of what we wear, as it can potentially serve as a portal for evil spirits. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on clothing and its potential impact ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 22:11, Zechariah 3:3-5

Believe What The Works Tell You About Jesus (John 10:22-41) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 14, 2022

Jesus has told the Pharisees who he is. They just aren't willing to truly hear him.

The past several weeks, we've taken a break from John by studying the "Sons of God," mostly focused on the OT. [I made this its own separate series on sermoncentral, and today's won't make as much sense without reading that first]. Today, I think we are the place where we ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-41, Psalm 82:1-8

Escaping The Trap Series

Contributed by David Asch on Feb 16, 2005

How do we escape the traps of life, religion, etc? How do we get out, how do we keep out? In this message we discover the keys as we see some religious leaders try to trap Jesus.

ESCAPING THE TRAP Mark 12:13-27 INTRO: Pitch the hamster – feeling trapped. A hum-drum existence, punctuated by brief moments of excitement. Eat the food. Run on the wheel. Over and over again. Not able to be all a hamster could be. You could tell it was getting to her – more urgent climbing and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Moral Law & Civil Disobedience Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003

A look at the life of Daniel; civil disobedience.

Series: When Cultures Collide Topic: Moral Law & Civil Disobedience August 4, 2002 Daniel 6 Introduction: Pledge Of Allegiance Rise of patriotic fervor over last year 1) acts of terror -like the firefighter on Time we shroud ourselves in our American identity -commercial "I am an ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Holiness

78. Revelation 1-7 - Evil Powers Exposed Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

There are evil powers at work that infiltrate and infest all levels of human society, and the book of Revelation systematically exposes these malevolent powers, along with their destruction

IN GOD'S IMAGE 78 - REVELATION 1-7 - EVIL POWERS EXPOSED 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 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:10, Revelation 4:9-11, Revelation 5:5-6, Revelation 5:9, Revelation 6:7-8, Revelation 6:16, Revelation 7:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

The Church And Baptism Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 2, 2012

An explanation of the sacrament of baptism.

Introduction At the beginning of this series, I noted that from time to time we will stop at a text and consider the particular that is brought up. Paul has raised the practice of baptism in his discussion on church unity. Baptism is not the primary issue, but we would do well to stop this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Some Call It Treason

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 7, 2010

A communion sermon challenging the congregation to spiritual fidelity

SOME CALL IT “TREASON” Rev. 5:1-14 Sermon Objective: A communion sermon challenging the congregation to spiritual fidelity REV. 5:1-14 1Then I saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll with writing on both sides and sealed with seven seals. 2And I saw a mighty ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Dual Citizenship

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 5, 2015

3 important truths about being a citizen of heaven (Seed thought from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is, pgs. 109-112; outline and material adapted from Sermon Central's John Stensrud under title: Characteristics of Christian Citizenship)

HoHum: Young children, a sister and a brother, in a patriotic family were playing church together. The boy recited at the end of the mock church service, “In the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.” The girl continued in a strong voice, “and the republic for which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Redemption Story (John 19:38-42) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

Nicodemus overcomes his fear, and the darkness, to courageously, openly, come to Jesus. A true disciple, is an open disciple.

This morning's sermon is going to have a different feel. The actual passage we are reading is only five verses. But these five verses build on a few other passages in the Gospel of John. And what these verses will help us do, is get a sense of the book as a whole. I'm hoping, after this ...read more

Scripture: John 19:38-42

All In Series

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Mar 24, 2014

Jesus is baptized and begins his ministry

All In Scott gave a great devotion last week before communion, challenging you to go “all in” This is exactly how John the Baptist (and Luke) began telling Jesus’ ministry The Setting (28-29 AD) Now Jesus himself was about thirty years old when he began his ministry. He was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slaves Either Way...

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jul 20, 2002

St. Paul tells us we’re going to be slaves, but will we be slaves to sin or slaves to righteousness (draws heavily on some Martin Luther quotes).

As we approach Independence Day, I hear more and more conversations talking about what freedom means. In 1941, FDR identified four essential freedoms: freedom of speech, freedom of each individual to worship God in their own way, freedom from want, and freedom from fear. Today some people suggest ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Abraham Lincoln

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 9, 2002

The faith of Abraham Lincoln is best expressed in the phrase he coined, “One Nation Under God!”

Abraham Lincoln Thesis: The faith of Abraham Lincoln is best expressed in the phrase he coined, “One Nation Under God!” Scripture Texts: On the phrase “One Nation Under God” Genesis 18:18 – “Abraham will surely become a great and powerful nation, and all the nations on earth will be blessed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:18, Matthew 12:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Good Example Of A Bad Example

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Jun 2, 2010

We are to resist the influence of the world in the church.

Title: A Good Example of a Bad Example Text: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17 Truth: We are to resist the influence of the world in the church. Aim: to identify and correct worldly behavior in the church. Life ?: What’s the evidence of the world in the church? INTRODUCTION In 1989 the unthinkable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist