Sermons on Be A Finisher:

Advocate Of Redemption (1 John 2:1-2) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 14, 2024

1 John 2:1-2, which reveals the heart of God's redemptive plan for humanity. We encounter the role of Jesus Christ as our Advocate and the sacrifice He made for our sins. Discover the transformative power of Christ's atonement and the assurance it brings to believers of all ages.

Advocate of Redemption (1 John 2:1-2) 1 John 2:1-2 (NLT): My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous. He himself is the sacrifice that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2, Hebrews 7:25, Romans 8:34, 1 John 2:2, 1 John 2:1, John 3:16, Hebrews 2:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Jehu Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Jehu was an instrument of God’s judgment, fulfilling prophecy and cleansing Israel of Baal worship. However, his partial obedience and reliance on violence tainted his legacy.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JEHU – KING WHO DESTROYED AHAB’S HOUSE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 10:28 "Thus Jehu destroyed Baal out of Israel." Supporting Texts: 2 Kings 9:1-37, 2 Kings 10:1-36, Hosea 1:4, 1 Kings 19:16-17 INTRODUCTION Jehu was a military commander anointed by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 10:28, 2 Kings 9:1-37, 2 Kings 10:1-36, Hosea 1:4, 1 Kings 19:16-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Triumph Of God's Grace

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

God’s grace triumphs over guilt, transforms our lives, and secures eternal hope—empowering us to live in freedom, gratitude, and trust.

Introduction Good morning, everyone. It’s such a joy to gather together — each of us carrying a lifetime of stories: victories, failures, hopes, regrets, dreams. All kinds of experiences, all kinds of burdens. Today I want us to lean into one truth that changes everything: God’s grace. We ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20-21, Romans 6:14, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 John 3:2, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Funeral For A Veteran With Ptsd Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 11, 2025

A Bronze star recipient who fought his last battle

Earlier in the service, you heard Russell read Isaiah 40:1-2: 40 Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. 2 Speak tenderly to Jerusalem, and cry to her that her warfare is accomplished, that her iniquity is pardoned, that she has received from the LORD’s hand double for all her sins. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have Joy In Our Lives Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Nov 15, 2008

First message looks at the life of Paul and how he had joy despite the trials and circumstances he faced (acknowledgment to Rick Warren)

How to live the Christian life How to have joy in our life - Part 1 of 12 Philippians 1:3-11 Today we start a new series on Philippians. The Apostle Paul in his second missionary journey established this church. The first convert was Lydia. Lydia was a seller of purple goods from the Asian city of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 17, 2013

3 of 6. Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. But How? 20 measures securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Securing the Success of Jesus’ mission involves...

SECURING THE SUCCESS OF JESUS’ MISSION-III—John 17:1-26 Attention: The husband & wife were offered a ‘free airplane ride’ if they never opened their mouths during the stunt flyer’s bi-plane flight. The pilot took them on a harrowing flight of 90 degree climbs, dives, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Life

Contributed by John White on Jul 5, 2019

As the years roll by we all tend to increasingly have questions about life. As Christians we know the general answers to the age-old questions, “Who am I?’ Where did I come from?” “Why am I here?” “Where am I going?”

The Christian Life James 4:13-15 “Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain: Whereas ye know not what [shall be] on the morrow. For what [is] your life? It is even a vapour, that appeareth for a little time, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-15, Mark 8:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Bows At Calvary

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 13, 2025

The Father bowed in love at Calvary, endured the silence of separation, and rejoiced in the resurrection that opened eternity for us.

THE FATHER BOWS AT CALVARY There are moments in Scripture where God steps back the veil just enough for us to see Him. Not His power. Not His throne. Not His fire. But His heart. Moments when the God who is infinite becomes so close, so tender, so grieved, so invested in His children, that you can ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 27:46, Romans 8:32, Isaiah 53:10, Revelation 21:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Christ & Him Crucified

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Aug 25, 2002

In his crucifixion, Christ spilled both blood and water. The blood gave us salvation. The water empower us to serve. The blood made us worthy to serve. The blood--springs of living water--equipped us to serve.

CHRIST & HIM CRUCIFIED: He spilled both blood & water 8-25-02 John 19:15-34 John 19:15 But they cried out, Away with him, away with him, crucify him. Pilate saith unto them, Shall I crucify your King? The chief priests answered, We have no king but Caesar. In this verse… the Jewish religious ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-13, John 19:15-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Along With One Another Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 8, 2002

This is the first of four in a series on Ephesians 4. The main theme is the function of the church in the accomplishment of its mission.

Living in the Family of God Drama Getting Along in the Family God’s Doctrinal Statement For years I have resisted the notion of having a “doctrinal statement”. It’s not that we don’t know what we believe or that we don’t want you to know. It’s just that I have a hard time rewriting what God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Good Work

Contributed by Jim Kane on Oct 3, 2002

God’s good work surrounds us, includes us, and is in us.

A worried mother wondered where her daughter was on the rainy school day afternoon. She should have been home by now. The rain was heavy, the thunder loud, and the lightning was bright. Finally, after a few anxious minutes she decided to put her coat on and look for her late child. Out the door ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

A Call To Endurance

Contributed by John Johnson on Nov 2, 2002

The Lord calls each and every one of us to run the race with perserverance

Hebrews 12:1–13 A call to endurance Truth & Light 10/27/02 The theme of this passage is the need for perseverance or endurance through trials and tribulations. I want to let you know Truth and Light that we are going to have to go through some trials and tribulations. I want to let you know that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Final Things Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 21, 2001

Jesus last words to his disciples, reinstating Peter as the leader of the church.

Jesus has risen. He’s appeared twice to his disciples as a group. The second time he tells Thomas that those who believe in Jesus without having seen him are blessed, and John concludes chapter 20 with the statement that the things he’s written are here so that we who read them later may believe ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-25

Denomination: Anglican

Building Up The Body

Contributed by Eddie Peros on Oct 18, 2000

Scripture: Ephesians 4: 1<sum><sum>‰As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received.

Scripture: Ephesians 4: 1<sum><sum>‰As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of ...read more

Can A Saved Person Ever Be Lost, Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

pt. 3

Sealed with a Promise Ephesians 1:12-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SealedPromise.html How do we know we are not only saved but safe? Not only saved but secure? Because we’re not only saved, but sealed! 1. Salvation is of the Lord (by grace, thru faith…a gift) We cannot be saved by grace and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist