Sermons on Ambitious:

The Apocalyptic Derby

Contributed by John Putty on Apr 5, 2011

Deals with the end times

Title: The Apocalyptic Derby! Text: Matthew 24:3 And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world? Matthew 24:32 Now learn a parable of the fig tree; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-36

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Collision Of Life And Truth

Contributed by Monty Mora on Dec 7, 2011

The Parable of the Prodigal Son brings people to place where, “Their life and His truth collide”.

Title: The Collision of Life and Truth Text: Luke 15:1-31 Theme: The Parable of the Prodigal Son Introduction A Parable is a short story that conveys a moral truth in a person’s life. Every parable (1) sketches a setting, (2) describes an action & (3) shows a result. Most parables contain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The King’s Reception

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 16, 2011

As we look at the narratives concerning the birth of Jesus we will see some interesting reactions!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE#1 • When you talk to people about Jesus, what kind of reaction do you receive? What kind of reception do people today give to Jesus? • In the NFL right now, Tim Tebow seems to be a lightning rod because of his very public display of his faith in Jesus. Mr. Tebow seems to upset ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The "X" Factor!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 20, 2012

To focus on the main reason behind receiving or not receiving anointing to do the Master’s work successfully!!!

THE ‘X’ FACTOR!!! But the king replied to Araunah, "No, I insist on paying you for it. I will not sacrifice to the LORD my God burnt offerings that cost me NOTHING. " So David bought the threshing floor and the oxen and paid fifty shekels of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:24

Denomination: *other

New Jerusalem

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Dec 4, 2012

What blessings and hopes for mankind are unfolded by the descent of this city of God!

Title: NEW JERUSALEM Text: Revelation 21:2-7, "2 And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. 3 And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:2-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Admit You Are A Sinner Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 20, 2011

While sin is an act, much like to drink or to drug; sinning is a state of being, just like being an alcoholic or being a drug addict. Therefore, if one wants to be rehabilitated from the state of being a sinner, then one needs a 12 step program to support

Sunday, July 6, 2008 “Admit you are a Sinner” Text: I John 1: 8 – 10 We embark on our Summer Sizzler series with an ambitious theme: “12 steps in nine weeks: breaking your addiction to sin.” Many of us will quickly recognize the 12 step program idea that is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

5 Reasons Why People Avoid Leadership Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Dag Heward-Mills on Jan 5, 2011

Leadership is very important and if you are called into ministry, you have been called into leadership. As a leaders you need to inspire people, find solutions for problems, be a thinker and make your followers love you! However some of our greatest lead

Decide to Become One of the Few Good Leaders in This World If you believe that you are called to the ministry, then you are called to leadership. That is why this sermon is very important for your life. So that you will be a good leader for the Lord Jesus Christ. Paul wrote to Timothy and told ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Took His Place

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 6, 2009

Jesus took his place just like He did ours!

Matthew 27:15-26 An overly-ambitious American attorney who telephoned the governor just after midnight, insisting that he talk to him about being a judge at the state capitol. An aide eventually agreed to wake up the governor. “So, what is it?” grumbled the governor. “Judge Garber has just died,” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

The First Disciples

Contributed by Carl Greene on Feb 16, 2009

There is often a misconception of the first disciples. Many are lead to believe they didn’t have anything to loose by following Jesus. Quite the opposite is true. These were successful businessmen,likely well educated and of fairly prominent social posi

If you ever have, or every thought of opening your own business, you know there must be a plan. And you probably discovered what most entrepreneurs know … starting a business requires some help… and almost always, its from their friends. (SLIDE) How many remember when the Beatles sang “With a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Be Willing To Give Him The Boat

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 21, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you the owner of the boat? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that if we give our lives to the LORD GOD we can accomplish things for His Glory faster. IV. TEXT: John 6:21 (Amplified Bible) The

I. EXORDIUM: Are you the owner of the boat? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that if we give our lives to the LORD GOD we can accomplish things for His Glory faster. IV. TEXT: John 6:21 (Amplified Bible) Then they were quite willing and glad for Him to come into the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Signs Of The End Times

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 31, 2016

Preachers have been preaching about the end times and how they are approaching quickly for many, many years. But when is that going to be?

Preachers have been preaching about the end times and how they are approaching quickly for many, many years. But when is that going to be? Matthew 24:36 tells us “But of that day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son, but the Father alone.” Matthew 24: 42 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13-44

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Likeness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 15, 2014

Part three of living for Christ and that is being Christ like. How can we be like minded and one purpose in Christ?

Christ-likeness Philippians 2:1-11 Some ideas of this sermon were gleaned from other SermonCentral sermons. We have been in a study of “living for Christ.” Some of the main points so far are; That as believers we are to be in Christ, connected to Christ Christ dwells within us, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

A Man Whom God Honored Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 28, 2021

As believers, we can rest knowing that God is sovereign, possessing complete power and authority. He has a plan for our lives, and His plans will always be fulfilled according to His desire.

A Man whom God Honored Esther 10: 1-3 It has been an interesting and encouraging journey through the book of Esther. The Jews have faced great uncertainty and many challenges; yet through it all, God was faithful. He had delivered them from the evil schemes and desires of men. They were actually ...read more

Scripture: Esther 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

God, Weather, And Animals Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 15, 2021

Can human's knowledge (including Christians) about weather and animals pull them away from God?

As we noted last week, God spoke in Job Chapters 38-41. God challenged Job, and in a way God also challenged all Job’s friends, and in a way God challenges all people (including every person today), by asking questions which only God can truly answer! The point of God’s questioning is: No matter ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Emperor Domitian Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 24, 2022

Domitian was a good administrator and a competent ruler despite all his transgressions. He was the first Roman Emperor who spent most of his reign out of the capital, touring the provinces of the gradually growing Empire.

Emperor Domitian Emperor Domitian was an immoral man who thought he was divine and promoted the worship of the Roman gods. Domitian Roman Emperor Description Domitian was a Roman Emperor who reigned from 81 to 96. The son of Vespasian and the younger brother of Titus, his two predecessors on the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:13

Denomination: Baptist