Sermons on Before The Throne Of God Above Countdown Iworship Service Starters Vol 1:

Preparing For The Coming Of Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 5, 2016

An authentic faith – which is never comfortable or completely personal – always involves a deep desire to change the world

Thursday of the 31st Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel We stand now very close to the conclusion of our liturgical year, our holy year of grace and mercy that concludes on the Feast of Christ the King. I’m doubly blessed because I get to celebrate Christ the King Sunday twice. In the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:7-20

Denomination: Catholic

The First Plague On Egypt (Exodus 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 11, 2024

Is coming out of sin similar to and just as diffictul as an addiction? Let's look at Exodus 7.

How difficult is it to come out of the devil’s iron grip on our lives? Is it similar to overcoming substance abuse, pornography, out of control gambling, or some other addiction? Is sin therefore also slavery to an addiction? Let’s look at Exodus 7. What assignments did God give Moses and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership Lessons From The Life Of A Centurian Who Came To Jesus. Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Jun 21, 2023

Being a Centurian is not an easy job. It is a commander of over 100 soldiers! Being a soldier is a disciplined job, but being a commander is full of responsibilities and discipline.

Introduction: A Roman military commander who oversaw a unit of 100 soldiers was known as a centurion. The role of a centurion held significant responsibilities and was crucial to the success of the Roman military. Here are some key aspects of their role: a. Leadership: Centurions were expected ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13, Proverbs 27:17

A Savior Then And Now

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 27, 2022

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

December 24, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 2:1-20 A Savior Then and Now Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Once again, we join the host of other Christians throughout the world. We celebrate the nativity of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

A Recipe For A Harvest

Contributed by Roy Mccarty Jr. on Aug 15, 2001

The christian’s responsibility in reaching the lost.

A RECIPE FOR A HARVEST SCRIPTURE: Psa 126:1 When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Psa 126:2 Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. Psa 126:3 The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 126:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Peter's Sermon On Pentecost

Contributed by Wade Bridges on Feb 11, 2001

Peter’s Sermon after Pentocost

PETERS SERMON ON THE DAY OF PENTECOST ACTS 2:14-27 Who was Peter? Peter was famous for his Denial of Christ Three times. But, Peter was also a Preacher. Peters Sermon on the Day of PENTECOST was one of Power and one that we can learn much from. Let us look at that Sermon and see how we can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-27, Acts 2:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Kind Of Man John The Baptist Was.

Contributed by Phil Dyar on Mar 7, 2003

JESUS CALLED JOHN GREAT AND WE FIND OUT IN MATTHEW CHAPTER 3 THE KIND OF MAN HE WAS.

TEXT MATTHEW 3-1 IN THOSE DAYS CAME JOHN THE BAPTIST PREACHING IN THE WILDERNESS OF JUDAEA. KJV. TITLE THE KIND OF MAN JOHN WAS. 1 HE WAS A MAN WITH A MESSAGE. MATTHEW 3-2 AND SAYING REPENT YE FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEVEN IS AT HAND. KJV ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Four Truths (And Four Promises) Regarding Christ's Second Coming

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 24, 2002

This message deals with the importance of being ready and deals with the difference between those who will be found faithful and unfaithful.

Introduction: This passage points out one of the central tensions that we feel regarding the Second Coming of Christ: the “watch for the indications” versus “it’ll take you by surprise.” - vv. 32-33 - “watch for the signs.” - vv. 37-39 - “things will look like normal.” These are not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Jesus, My Good Shepherd

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 22, 2004

A GOOD SHEPHERD PROVIDES EVERYTHING FOR HIS SHEEP

A GOOD SHEPHERD PROVIDES EVERYTHING FOR HIS SHEEP. I. A GOOD SHEPHERD IS A PROVIDER/SUSTAINER (VS.1-2) A. He provides foods (v.2a) B. He provides water (v.2c) C. He provides shelter (v.2a) D. He provides opportunity (v.2a) II. A GOOD SHEPHERD IS A RESTORER/REBUILDER (V.3) A. He builds broken life ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making The Spirit Smile Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Aug 15, 2004

This message is part of series through the book of Ephesians and deals with how to avoid the grieving of the Holy Spirit.

Making the Spirit Smile Ephesians 4:30-32 I. The Personhood of the Spirit (v. 30a) A. The Witness of Jesus Christ (John 14:17, 16:13) B. Our Potential Effect on the Spirit 1. We Can Choose to Have Fellowship With Him (Gal. 5:16) 2. We Can Choose to Be Controlled (Eph. 5:18) 3. We Can Choose to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

What A Friend We Have In Jesus

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Nov 28, 2004

Jesus displays all the characteristics of a true friend.

Jesus displays all the characteristics of a true friend. 1. A true friend loves you no matter what. (Proverbs 17:17) a. His love is unconditional. b. His love is in spite of your faults and failures. c. Jesus is the model. (Romans 5:6-8) 2. A true friend tells you the truth. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 4, 2005

A look at the value of children in the life of Jesus and their value in the church today.

THE PARABLE OF THE LOST SHEEP Matthew 18:10-14 Key Verse and Theme: “And if he finds it, I tell you the truth, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off.” (Matthew 18:13) 1. This parable is directly related to the disciples’ question in verse 1. A. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"And Lot Sat..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Oct 6, 2005

You don’t drown by falling into the water; you drown by staying there. This is just what happened to Lot. Let’s examine why together!

PREACHED @ DINSMORE BAPTIST CHURCH Dr. E. Winson Butler 2005 (free tape available upon request) INTRODUCTION "And Lot sat..." That’s all that has to be said. Just "sitting..." almost cost Lot his own life. His story is a familar one. Abraham earlier had given Lot a choice and he took it! The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Message

Contributed by Keith Tankersley on Jun 30, 2009

Jesus; The greatest Preacher of all times! An exposition from Jesus showing us how to frame a message.

The Sermon (message) I. The Prodigy of this Sermon; vs.12 A. With John not preaching, someone had to II. The Progression of this Sermon; vs. 13-15 A. Left comfort zone B. Fulfilled; 1. prophecy 2. plan 3. purpose a. our built in DNA sequence for peace III. The Pupils for this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Theme Of Scripture Is Christ

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 28, 2016

In the course of the early mission of Jesus Apostles and their associates, while their oral proclamation was still being hear and remembered, written accounts of Jesus words and works began to be drawn up for the benefit of the communities of Christians that has formed.”

I. The OT looked forward to Christ A. (John 5:46-47) B. The OT looked forward to a Messiah that would bring a new law to make Israel and the nations glad. (Deuteronomy 18:15-19) 1. The Messiah announced to Adam 2. The Messiah typified by Noah 3. The Lamb typified by Isaac 4. The King typified in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-45

Denomination: Baptist