Sermons on Ancestral Covenant:

It’s Party Time - Mark 2:18-22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 29, 2023

Jesus is asked why his disciples don’t engage in the expected fasting like John’s and the Pharisees. Answer: his presence is the arrival of God as bridegroom bringing salvation to Israel, so fasting would be inappropriate.

Mark 2:18 Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. Some people came and asked Jesus, “How is it that John’s disciples and the disciples of the Pharisees are fasting, but yours are not?” 19 Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? They cannot, so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

The Great Prayer Of Power

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 25, 2023

Since Our Lord has taught us to do this, the prayer for enemies must be the most effective prayer we can ever raise to God.

Saturday of the First Week in Lent 2023 The command to “be perfect as your heavenly Father” can be very scary, especially to a young person. As kids, we constantly push the boundaries of conduct that is unacceptable to mom and dad. And they constantly reiterate the boundaries, unless they wimp out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, Psalm 119:1-5, Deuteronomy 26:16-19

Denomination: Catholic

Sticking Together

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 22, 2023

Without God, the covenant of marriage is no more than a contract. But with his help, marriage can grow into what God designed it to be at creation.

When I was a freshman in college, at George Washington U in Washington DC, I worked in the reference library re-shelving books three afternoons a week. One afternoon in late spring I heard a sort of a distant bell-ringing sound, but didn’t really pay any attention to it, until I noticed that half ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-12, Matthew 19:3-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

2 Samuel Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 4, 2024

NASB, notes from Michael Defazio, Ozark Christian College (c/o Right Now Media)

This chapter "follows David’s ascent to full kingship. Ever since we met David, he was singled out to rule, but so far he has been on the way to that destiny. Now he reaches it, and we can’t help but wonder what sort of ruler he will turn out to be. This text will begin to answer that ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Can We Image Heaven Here On Earth?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2024

A look back at the history of God’s relationship as husband to Israel’s as wife, and Jesus's view of divorce and marriage.

Friday of the 19th Sunday in course 2024 I looked up the first reading we just heard on a sermon website to which I frequently contribute, and discovered no sermons posted on the passage from the prophet Ezekiel. Frankly, I find the story pretty gruesome on first reading. But some Scripture can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-12, Isaiah 12:2-6, Ezekiel 16:1-15, Ezekiel 16:60-63

Denomination: Catholic

Meeting God

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Feb 28, 2025

You can't just come however you want. He is the one and only true God, and we are to strive toward His standards, not the other way around. We can't approach Him just willy nilly, because...

Meeting God Exodus 19:1-16 What do you expect when you come to church on a Sunday morning? Do you come for the fellowship with like-minded believers? Singing songs you've learned to love over the years? Maybe listen to a sermon that encourages and makes you feel good? Or maybe you prefer to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Confession Of Identity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores understanding spiritual reformation, embracing our identity in Christ, and living out the new covenant through the lens of Nehemiah's story.

Good morning, family! It's always a joy to come together like this, isn't it? We're here to share, to learn, and most importantly, to grow in our faith. I've got something special planned for us today, so let's get comfortable and ready to receive. I'm reminded of a quote by the renowned Christian ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:14

Topics: Spiritual Reformation, New Covenant

Building The Community Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 16, 2019

Nehemiah's ultimate concern is the remnant of God. He works to rebuild the community of God in Jerusalem. We see the faithfulness of God in keeping a faithful remnant and restoring His people.

Jerusalem was to be the city of God, where the Name of the Lord dwells. • It wasn’t the physical infrastructure that God was concerned about but the community of His people living in worship of Him and being a witness to the nations. • So the brick and mortar of the city of Jerusalem wasn’t an end ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 7:1-73

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Greater Glory Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mccombs on Aug 17, 2001

Part five of the Symbols of the Covenants. The New covenant experience, from lesser to greater glory.

Symbols of the Covenants V: Greater Glory I. Review of past topics, Hagar and Sarai, Earthly and Heavenly Sanctuaries (Law on the Stones vs. Law in the Heart). The Tutor: the law added because of transgression to bring us back into a relationship where God can work with us. Finally Children, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17, 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Old And The New

Contributed by Jeff Dabbs on Nov 24, 2003

This sermon compares the old and new covenants and outlines why Jesus made a better covenant

Old and New Hebrews 9:11-12 Antioch Baptist Church November 23, 2003 Jeff Dabbs I. Introduction A. God chose to deal with mankind in a progressive manner. In other words, He gradually unfolded redemption’s plan so we would see the superiority of Christ’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Paying Tithes To Jesus, Our High Priest Series

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Jul 21, 2003

There is a difference between tithing under the Mosaic Covenant and tithing under the New Covenant of Grace.

Paying Tithes to Jesus, our High Priest Stewardship Series #3 Bible Text: In the one case, the tenth is collected by men who die; but in the other case, by him who is declared to be living. Hebrews 7:8. Many Christians practice the giving of tithes as a vital part of their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope For Those Who Struggle

Contributed by David Heasler on Mar 8, 2004

The Blessings of the New Covenant

Hope For Those Who Struggle Jeremiah 31.31-34; Ezekiel 36.26,27 Intro. - For those who know ... Jeremiah 29.11 - That God has plans for them Ephesians 3.20 - That God is able But .. Who struggle with themselves For those who ... Romans 7.18 - have a desire to do what is good, but cannot ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Ezekiel 36:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

My Father's God: A Godly Man As A Patriarch

Contributed by Stephen Gibney on Aug 13, 2002

Fathers are in Covenant with God

My Father’s God: A Godly Man as a Patriarch Exodus 15:2; Hebrews 11:23 Some of us did not have godly fathers but we are a new generation with God’s call to holiness! We are to have an authority that is heavenly. We are men who are pressing our way forward to God’s higher call, "forgetting those ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:2, Hebrews 11:23

Denomination: Apostolic

Revelation 11.15-19 Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Mar 1, 2016

The disclosure of the Ark of the Covenant

Revelation 11 verses 15-19 Let us do a quick review of where we are in the book of Revelation. Back in September last year we began this journey with the opening chapters and the seven letters to the seven churches of Asia-Minor. We looked through the eyes of John through the open door of heaven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:15-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Father Abraham

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Feb 7, 2013

Better covenant of faith!

Kids Song: Father Abraham had many sons; Many sons had Father Abraham; I am one of them and so are you; So let's all praise the Lord. Right arm! Father Abraham had many sons; Many sons had Father Abraham; I am one of them and so are you; So let's all praise the Lord. Right arm, left ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal