Sermons on Better Sacrifice:

How To Become A Good Buddy

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on May 31, 2022

Body language has become a very important thing these days.

Body language is used in nearly every aspect of daily life, and observing someone can sometimes tell you a lot about how a person is feeling and what is on their mind. For example, in poker, people try to limit their body language to prevent others from guessing their hand or what they might ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:36-37

Denomination: Baptist

Jephthah: Half Breed Lesson 6

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 29, 2024

Rules for making vows/pledges.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. His mother was a social outcast. “He was the son of a harlot” (11:1). a. Social stigma – born out of wedlock. b. Racial stigma – born of a non-Jewish woman. 2. His Father was socially outstanding. “Gilead beget Jephthah” (11:1). a. Was the town of Gilead named after his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"I'll Take My Shoes Off For You"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 20, 2009

The Purpose of this sermon is to affirm to others that although some Soldiers/Officers are willing to pass-up their right to salvation; there are some that are willing to take their shoes off for the Lord.

20 September 2009 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris 504th Compound’s Multi-Purpose Facility C.O. B. Adder Tallill, Iraq BIG IDEA: Just like the “CLOSE RELATIVE” was willing to pass-up his rights to Ruth; many Soldiers are willing to pass-up their rights to salvation for fear of damagining ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Heart New York Series

Contributed by Brent Eubank on Oct 15, 2009

We examine Christ’s command to give up everything... even if that includes our home.

We all know the motto of New York City. It is on every single T-shirt in the city. I HEART NY. And since then, there have been about a million people who have stolen this idea and design. Everything from God to monkeys. If somebody loves it, there is probably a shirt that says I HEART ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Lent Homily

Contributed by Z. M. D. Mcgregor on Feb 23, 2015

The following is a 15 minute homily delivered on Feb. 18, 2015, Ash Wednesday at the Church Without Walls, Houston, TX, in the kickoff observance of Lent.

Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. (Rom 12:1 NAU) I. Reflection: The Christ in Action Our symptoms revealed it. The diagnosis defined it. From vain thoughts to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Of Christ

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 19, 2013

It seems that in the church today we hear less and less about the blood of Christ, why it was necessary for Him to die and what it means to our eternal destiny.

This past Thursday was the Fourth of July, Independence Day in the old US of A! Fireworks! Parades! A National Holiday! Independence from the will and domination of an earthly king! But, what was the price of this freedom. The lives of countless people. The shedding of blood for the cause of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Nazarene

God's Permanent Home Lesson 12 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2024

Let the Scriptures control you.

A. INTRODUCTION: JOSHUA 18:1-3 1. Put first things first, build your church before building your house. a. Attendance. b. Tithe. c. Service. “Israel ... set up” (v. 1). d. The word “build” means look after God’s place and needs. 2. The home of the Ark of the Covenant (God’s presence) from 1444 ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 18:1-3, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

More? The Good News Is The Bad News Is Not True.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 27, 2021

LIFE IS MORE THAN A DESTINATION. Life is about the journey. There is more. Will we forget what is behind and reach for the more? Or do we already know it all?

MORE: I HAVE GOOD NEWS, THE BAD NEWS IS NOT THE TRUTH… MORE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE KNOW THERE HAS TO BE MORE TO LIFE THAN THIS... THERE ARE SOME GREEK PEOPLE THAT COME TO PHILIP. PHILIP GOES TO ANDREW… THESE GREEKS WERE SEARCHING FOR MORE… THESE GREEKS ARE LOOKING ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-24, Matthew 6:33, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Follow Jesus: Sacrificial Servanthood Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Aug 28, 2025

What comes to your mind when you hear the word “sacrificial”? Do you serve God faithfully while maintaining a healthy lifestyle and healthy relationship with Him? Get ready to learn how to fulfill our call to serve sacrificially without sacrificing what God never intended us to sacrifice!

Follow JESUS: Sacrificial Servanthood Mark 10:32-45 We continue our mini-series on servanthood. This is really a sequel, since there are only two messages. Last week, sustainable servanthood, and today, sacrificial servanthood. Both messages are a part of the bigger church annual theme: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: *other

We Have Access Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the significance of Christ's Resurrection, emphasizing the eternal perspective it offers and the choice it presents to either follow Jesus Christ or pursue worldly desires.

Church, so glad you decided to join us either in person today or online! I am believing in God for a fresh perspective and breakthrough during this brand new series, He is Risen. As we move toward our Easter Sunday celebration, I want us to walk through the story of Jesus leading to His crucifixion ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23

Topics: Resurrection, Eternal Life, Sacrifice

Sermon Series: He Is Risen

Learn From Abraham's Test

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 22, 2015

Learn from Abraham's Test 1) God demands dedication 2) God demonstrates dedication

As I speak, the best football players from college are being tested on how fast they can run, how high they can jump, and how far they can throw. This is happening at the NFL combine, a chance for scouts to get a close look at players they think could make a difference. Can you imagine the pressure ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

"And Then He Raised The Knife...!"

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 14, 2017

It wasn't enough to travel 3 days, or build the altar, or stack on the wood, or bind his son, or even to place his son on the altar. God waited until the great Patriarch raised the knife! Why wait so long? Why does God take us to the edge?

"AND THEN HE RAISED THE KNIFE...!" Genesis 22:1-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are times when even doing what is right seems like it will backfire on you. Old habits are hard to break. 2. One guy invariably left off the cap to the toothpaste and for years his wife had hounded him about it. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Present And Prevent: In View Of The Lord’s Mercies

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 19, 2023

Romans 12 has two important commands for each and every believer. Paul gave two of them in the first two verses.

Introduction: Paul’s letter to the Romans is a classic piece of Scripture. Alva J, McClain and perhaps others noted how Paul made four basic divisions: condemnation, salvation, vindication, and exhortation. Chapter 12 begins the final section and indeed begins with a word of exhortation to these ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Forsaken Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 22, 2024

The brutality of this execution is beyond our imagination. Yet, as we consider the cross today, we dare not look away.

Five Powerful Words: FORSAKEN Mark 15:33-39 Introduction Mark 15:33-39, ESV And when the sixth hour had come, there was darkness over the whole land until the ninth hour. And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lema sabachthani?” which means, “My God, my God, why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Spititual Act Of Worship Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 30, 2012

Sacrifice, mercy, worship

A SPIRITUAL ACT OF WORSHIP Romans 12:1 (p.803) June 13, 2010 INTRODUCTION: The kids were horrible to each other. The morning started with the 7 year old screaming at the 9 year old "It's My Turn Stupid!" There was no milk in the refrigerator for the Captain Crunch and the dryer was making ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ