Sermons on Beginings:

If A Man Dies, Shall He Live Again? (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

The death of a believer is not the end of their story, but rather the beginning of eternal life.

IF A MAN DIES, SHALL HE LIVE AGAIN? (Funeral Sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 14:14 (KJV) If a man dies, shall he live again? All the days of my appointed time will I wait, till my change come. INTRODUCTION: The question "If a man dies, shall he live again?" is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Forerunner Of Hope Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 27, 2024

Today we begin a journey through Luke’s Gospel.

Forerunner of Hope Luke 1:1-25 Introduction Many churches will begin today focused on a season of Advent or expectation of the coming Christ. The themes of Advent, often signified by the lighting of candles, are Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love. We will use those themes this month as well. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage, Divorce, And Celibacy.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 24, 2024

"From the beginning it was not so." Matthew 19:8.

MARRIAGE, DIVORCE, AND CELIBACY. Matthew 19:1-12. The Pharisees’ question about divorce was cynical in that it, like many of their questions addressed to Jesus, was asked with the intention of “tempting” Jesus into saying something that would cause offence (MATTHEW 19:3). I assert this on two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chaos To Creation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025

This is the 1st Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#1] CHAOS TO CREATION Genesis 1:1-5 Introduction: Tonight, we are going back to the beginning- The Book of Genesis. This foundational text is not just a collection of old stories; it reveals God's character and His purpose for creation and humanity. In Genesis, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Goodness Of God's Creation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025

This is the 2nd Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#2] THE GOODNESS OF GOD’S CREATION Genesis 1:3-25 Introduction: In the beginning, God spoke, and His Words brought light and life to the World. Our text tells the beautiful story of creation, where each command from God created something wonderful and meaningful. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:3-25

Denomination: Baptist

Created In His Image Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 22, 2025

This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#3] CREATED IN HIS IMAGE Genesis 1:26-31 Introduction: The Bible tells us that we were created in God's image. This means that we are special and valuable, and that we have a unique relationship with God. It's not just about how we look, but about who we are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Midst Of Failure Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 19, 2025

This is the 5th Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#5] HOPE IN THE MIDST OF FAILURE Genesis 3:1-24 Introduction: Tonight, we are going to talk about an important topic that many of us know well- “Hope In The Midst Of Failure.” In our passage, we see a crucial moment in history- The 1st failure of humanity in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Weight Of Our Choices Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 19, 2025

This is the 6th Sermon in the Series, "In The Beginning".

Series: In The Beginning… [#6] THE WEIGHT OF OUR CHOICES Genesis 4:1-26 Introduction: I know that we all talk about this often; but we need to be reminded of the weight of our choices. This passage tells the story of Cain and Abel, where we see the 1st choices made by humans in relation to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of War (The Battle Begins Once You Accepted Christ)

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 22, 2010

How to win the battle against sin and flesh

THE ART OF WAR (The battle begins once you accepted Christ) Exo 17:8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. Exo 17:9 Moses said to Joshua, Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Providence Part 2 - God’s Plan From The Beginning Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Nov 2, 2018

Part 2 of an 8-part series on Divine Providence. This part examines the requirements of God's original plan.

DIVINE PROVIDENCE This is Part 2 of an 8-part series, which was originally developed for a 13-week adult class, with some of the parts taking more or less than a 45-minute class period. I am starting to post the series on SermonCentral, and plan to post the remaining parts over the next few days ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10, Genesis 2:15-22, James 1:13-14, Genesis 3:11-19, Genesis 1:26-28, Acts 24:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fear Of The Lord Is The Beginning Of Wisdom: Why Do We Fear God?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 30, 2021

The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We need it today especially. We need it as the body of Christ on Earth.

The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. -Psalm 111:10 NIV The scriptures read "the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom." Wisdom is something we desperately need in our world. We ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:2-8, Psalm 111:10, 2 Timothy 2:22, 1 Corinthians 6:18, Psalm 23:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Rebuilding The Walls Nehemiah 9-13 “repentance Begins” Series

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Nov 29, 2015

Following Nehemiah's example will lead to church revitalization

Rebuilding the Walls Nehemiah 9-13 “Repentance Begins” I. They recognized who God is. (Vs. 9:1-15) II. Admission of past sins. (9:16-10:28) III. Repentance in action. (10:29-12:47) IV. Committed to obedience and Holy Living. (13:1-31) Conclusion: Grace Applied Document ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning Of Pains (Deceivers & Disasters) - Mark 13:5-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 10, 2024

In times like ours, how does one keep from lying awake at night with anxiety over what we see in the news every day? In today’s passage, Jesus provides direct insight into how to read the news headlines in a way that brings peace, calm, and courage, rather than anxiety, fear, and cowardice.

Mark 13:5 Jesus said to them: "Watch out that no one deceives you. 6 Many will come in my name, claiming, 'I am he,' and will deceive many. 7 When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 8 Na-tion will rise against ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:5-8, Matthew 24:4-8, Luke 21:8-11

Beginning Of Pains (Persecution & Preaching) - Mark 13:9-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Jesus shows us how every time you are mistreated, it is a golden opportunity … if you read the situation through the lenses of spiritual insight.

Mark 13:9 "You must be on your guard. You will be handed over to the local councils and flogged in the synagogues. On account of me you will stand before governors and kings as witnesses to them. 10 And the gospel must first be preached to all nations.11 Whenever you are arrested and brought ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:9-13, Luke 21:12-18

Building Your Faith Series Faith Begins With A Foundation (Week 1)

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Jan 20, 2026

Building on a solid foundation

Haggai 1:5–9 5. Now therefore thus saith the LORD of hosts; Consider your ways. 6. Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye clothe you, but there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it into a bag ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:5-9

Denomination: Baptist