Sermons on Before The Throne:

Sons Of Thunder Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 14, 2022

Who gave James and John the "label" "Sons of Thunder"... and what can that mean to us as Christians?

Four men were playing golf one afternoon, and were approaching the 4th hole when suddenly the sky turned ominously dark, and it began thunder and rain. The men rushed to a gazebo for shelter. But just then, a bolt of lightning hit the long, nearby chain-link fence and lit it up like a neon ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking Unto Jesus

Contributed by Paul Augustine on Mar 26, 2007

This is a sermon for believers to Hold on to Jesus Christ and run the race set before them

‘LOOKING UNTO JESUS’ Hebrews 12:1-3 Introduction: One of the common dangers in Christian life is ‘RELAPSE’ in John 6:67, Jesus asks His disciples a very deep question, “WILL YOU ALSO GO AWAY”? Jesus knows His disciples, and the disciples also know Jesus, but still He asks …the reason is found in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have Victory In The New Year

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jan 2, 2023

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us.

It is God's will for us to live victoriously in this New Year, and we can! We can live without hopelessness, fear, and utter frustration in the New Year before us if we are committed to Christ and confident of all His promises to us. To live in victory in we need to follow God’s plan for us, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11, Romans 8:28-39, Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

From Every Nation, Tribe, People, And Tongue

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Nov 16, 2021

This message preceded the dedication and send off of all the shoeboxes this congregation prepared for Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

These shoeboxes, packed with much love and prayer, will be shipped out quite literally to the ends of the earth. In the past we have had shoeboxes, that we have packed, to the Philippines, Madagascar, Burkina Faso, Mali, Nigeria, Central African Republic, Cameroon and many other places. Where ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Words

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 31, 2023

Focus attention on the moment planned before the creation of the world: The crucifixion of Jesus.

The Seven Words Introduction We have been making our way through Matthew’s Gospel, following the life of Jesus from his birth, baptism, ministry, and parables. Last week we studied the last of his teachings before the events began to quickly lead him to Calvary. In a flurry of activity we read ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:25-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke 23:46  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Revelation Lesson #9 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Mar 27, 2024

As we begin we have opened six of the seven seals around the little scroll which could only be opened by the Lamb who was slain–Jesus Christ. Before the seventh seal is opened, we encounter seven trumpets.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 8:1-13, Revelation 9:1-21, Numbers 10:9-10, Joshua 6:5, 1 Corinthians 15:52  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power Of Blood Covenant

Contributed by John Emilimor on Sep 9, 2004

The power and privilege that is ours in the blood covenant that we have in Christ.The access to the throne is on the strength of that blood, the voice that speaks on the mercy seat is that of the blood and it speaks better things and provides security aga

Power of Blood Covenants I’m going to share with us briefly, on the Power of Blood Covenants. I’ll take the scriptures from Hebrews chapter 10 verses 19-22 "Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, By a new and living way, which he hath consecrated for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Essence Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Dec 6, 2022

Jesus went from sitting on a throne to lying in a manger to hanging on a tree. He went from being a king with a crown to a baby with diapers to a criminal on the cross. Why did He do this?

It’s three weeks and just twenty-one days until Christmas. Christmas is so exciting for so many reasons: students are soon to be out of school, teachers are soon to be off from school, and lights are everywhere. Who doesn’t like presents for everyone brimming from underneath a Christmas tree? Andy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 8:56-58

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Anger And Temper Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025

Anger is a fire that must be managed before it burns down everything around you.

DEALING WITH ANGER AND TEMPER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:26-27 "Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil." Supporting Texts: Proverbs 14:29; James 1:19-20; Ecclesiastes 7:9; Colossians 3:8; Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Therefore, Since We Have A Great High Priest …”

Contributed by Michael Trigg on Oct 25, 2009

Jesus Christ is our Great High Priest who knows what we go through and is interceding for us at the throne of Grace having broken down all the barriers between us and God.

“THEREFORE, SINCE WE HAVE A GREAT HIGH PRIEST …” Heb 4:12-16 Introduction You telephone someone, what is the first thing you say when they answer? “How are you” And they answer “I’m good, thanks”. Two things wrong here, firstly, that’s an American response and shows that you have been watching ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Elders, Servants

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 6, 2012

Who serve in our churches that also surround the throne of God? Elders. What office of leadership for God's people spans from Genesis to Revelation? Elders. Who needs them? We do.

We’ve embarked on a summer theme of Christian service where we are working to apply the fruit of the Spirit to service activities through service teams. This week’s theme is serving with Joy. Tonight we will introduce the next focus: Serving as peacemakers for Christ. When we look ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-11, Titus 1:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 20, 2011

Through this passage one can understand that Abraham was justified before he was circumcised and before the Law was given. Circumcision and legal obedience are not necessary conditions of justification

ROMANS 4:9-15 THE FATHER OF THE FAITHFUL Paul has proven that Abraham was not justified nor forgiven on account of his good actions. But what was the nature of the Covenant made with Abraham? Was the promise made on the condition of faith, or on the condition of circumcision, which was the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Hiding Place For The Repentant

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 8, 2016

Before we can enter into the blessings which follow forgiveness, we must first admit our sin, and acknowledge our responsibility before God.

A HIDING PLACE FOR THE REPENTANT. Psalm 32:1-11. The beatitudes of Psalm 32:1-2 remind us of Psalm 1:1-2, which describes the righteous man and proclaims him blessed. Yet, since the fall of Adam, no mere man has been born with original righteousness. The second Psalm leads us to the place where ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom To Serve Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 24, 2008

Peter gets throne into prison but God gets him out. It’s in part thanks to earnest prayers of the saints. Just how does prayer work into the will of God in our lives?

Don’t you hate getting blamed for doing a good thing? I’ve shared this story a few times but I remember once when a group of us in ministry used to meet for breakfast on a particular day of the week. One time one of us didn’t show up. The other guys just ignored it but I was troubled. I sought out ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Beautiful People Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 14, 2014

We are Jesus body in the world. The glory of God is made manifest through us. We sit on David’s throne, to lead and command the nations. We are his beautiful people.

Sermon by Rev Heather Cetrangolo Jesus was standing in the synagogue, in Nazareth, and he read from Isaiah 61 … After he read the passage, he rolled up the scroll, he gave it to the attendant, everyone was staring at him and he said, ‘Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Anglican