Sermons on Anticipating:

He Looked Around At Everything

Contributed by Stephen Robinson on Apr 4, 2009

The events of Holy Week and Easter were no accident.

Intro – The triumphal entry Jesus comes into town, riding on the back of donkey. There are two distinct groups who make his presence felt. There are the Northerners who have travelled with Jesus. The Galileans, including his disciples, with their provincial accents. This group have had exposure ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Overcoming Life’s Challenges

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2011

(i) Focus on giants – you stumble. (ii) Focus on God – your giants tumble.

Opening illustration: Inevitably, trouble will invade our lives: A bad report from a medical test, the betrayal of a trusted friend, a child who rejects us, or a spouse who leaves us. The list of possibilities is long, but there are only two options: forge ahead on our own, or turn to God. Flying ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love: The Foundation For Pentecost

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on May 6, 2021

"A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this shall all men know that you are My disciples, if you have love one for another."

May 27, 1990 AM  Lesson (I John 4:7-21) Text- John 13:34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another, even as I have loved you, that you also love one another. By this shall all men know that you are My disciples, if you have love one for another. INTRODUCTION 1. This is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, John 13:34

Denomination: Nazarene

The Promise

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Feb 5, 2019

There are those in the church who believe themselves to be saved, because of what they have done. Then there are those who believe themselves to be saved because of what God has done.

Warren Wiersbe once wrote, “We live by God’s promises.” This is an undeniable truth, that is present in all of our lives. As humans we are unique among all creation. In the beginning God gave mankind dominion over the earth and blessed mankind. He continues that blessing to this day as the earth ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:22-23

Is Jesus What You Expected?

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Feb 20, 2019

Jesus' sermon in his hometown synagogue might not have gone as you would expect. But Jesus shows us that his Word is sometimes welcomed, other times rejected, but ALWAYS powerful.

Expectations. “Do you really think that we’re going to get all that snow that they say we’re supposed to get?” “Have you heard about the frigid temperatures that are predicted?” “Do you think that they’ll cancel school?” The expectations, the anticipation and the excitement was hard to escape. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:20-32

Denomination: Lutheran

The Barren Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 2, 2018

Jesus approached a fig tree expecting to find fruit, but it only had leaves. While it looked promising from a distance, looks were deceiving. Are we bearing fruit or just showing pretty leaves and blooms?

The Barren Fig Tree Mark 11: 12-14; 20-21 Our text today follows Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. He had begun what most consider the Passion Week, the final days leading up to His crucifixion on Calvary’s hill. Most agree these events would have taken place on Monday morning of that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Motivation Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

The Christian not motivated by the heavenly hope will soon be a worldly Christian, for he will not be able to pull away from the value system of the world, since he has no higher value system that makes it look shabby in comparison.

In the 15th chapter of Gibbon's Decline And Fall Of The Roman Empire, he says that the promise of heavenly bliss was one of the five major causes for the growth of Christianity in the Roman Empire. The leaders of Rome mocked the idea of immortality, and they did not live this life with any ...read more

God's Great Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 1, 2017

A sermon examining the amazing grace of God.

God's Great Grace Titus 2:11-15 One of the greatest illustrations of Grace, is the story of David and Mephibosheth. David had made a covenant with his dear friend and Saul's son Jonathan, he promised to show kindness to his family. Sometime after Saul and Jonathan died and David had become King, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

When, God, When? Series

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Nov 16, 2019

You have received a prophecy or a promise from God? Days, weeks, months and years have passed. When is it going to come to pass? This sermon is for everyone waiting for the promises of God.

WHEN, GOD, WHEN? "And the Lord visited Sarah as He had said, and the Lord did for Sarah as He had spoken. 2 For Sarah conceived and bore Abraham a son in his old age, at the set time of which God had spoken to him. 3 And Abraham called the name of his son who was born to him—whom Sarah bore ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-7, Psalm 27:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Joy In The Prison Cell Of Pain PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 17, 2023

This sermon explores finding unwavering joy in all circumstances, inspired by Apostle Paul's joyful spirit despite adversity. Key

Welcome, dear friends. We gather here today, united in faith, bound by love, and driven by the desire to understand God's word. We are all here, in this moment, under the same roof, sharing the same hope. In this sermon, we are going to look at a passage from Philippians. A passage that speaks of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Topics: Joy

Are You Ready? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

Encourages Christians to discern God's signs, commit to discipleship, and patiently await His divine return, while constantly reforming their lives in response to His Word.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united in spirit and in purpose, bound by the shared desire to understand more deeply the divine mysteries that our Lord has laid out before us in His holy Word. We are here to listen, to learn, and to love - to love the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Topics: Disciple, Christ

Jesus Presented At The Temple PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' purification, the prophecies about Him, and His role in salvation, emphasizing living in God's Word for transformation. Key

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in this house of worship, to lift our hearts and voices in praise to our King, to immerse ourselves in the wisdom of His Word? It is indeed a joy to be in His presence with all of you today. As we prepare our hearts to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Topics: Presentation, Jesus

Obstacles For Christian's Before The Rapture PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

This sermon encourages preparation for Christ's Second Coming, emphasizing the hope, promise, and eternal future we have in Jesus, and the importance of faith perseverance.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here because God, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has called us together to learn, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Topics: Removing Mask, Rapture

Faith Act 3 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 16, 2024

Encourages us to deepen our faith, become courageous in our beliefs, and live as true believers, guided by the teachings of Hebrews 11:13.

Good morning, beloved congregation. As we gather here today, in the warm embrace of our sanctuary, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound revelation. A revelation that is not only about the pages of the Holy Bible, but one that is about ourselves, our faith, and our commitment to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Topics: Faith, Action

God Is Not Finished With Me Yet! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 14, 2024

This sermon explores God's promise to complete His work in us, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, patience, and progress in our spiritual journey.

Good morning! I am glad to see all of your faces here today, gathered together in the unity of our faith, the unity of our love for Christ, and the unity of our desire to grow closer to Him. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to gather strength for the journey, to find solace in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Topics: Trusting God, Process