Sermons on Called By My Name:

How Majestic Is Your Name Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 4, 2012

Atheists like Carl Sagan believe that We live on an insignificant planet of a humdrum star, lost in a galaxy, tucked away in some forgotten corner of universe in which there are far more galaxies than people." But is that true?

OPEN: Psalm 8 is an intriguing Song of Praise to God. It begins and ends with the words that inspired a popular worship song. I’d like you to sing it with me: “O, Lord, our Lord how majestic is Your Name in all the earth O, Lord, our Lord how majestic is Your Name in all the earth O, Lord, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Bunch Of Christians! Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2004

The People of Antioch meant it as a derogatory term...but we can wear it as a badge of honor! Powerpoint at website.

You Bunch of Christians! Acts 11:19-30 Antioch was a wicked city…3rd largest in Roman Empire, w/ population of half a million…known for gambling, prostitution, pagan worship. This was a place in the world that the gospel needed to go! We are to be the salt of the earth, and the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

Our Lord's Passion For Evangelism Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006

Second message in a series concerning personal and corporate evangelism.

Our Lord’s Passion for Evangelism Luke 19:10 I. His Ministry Centered on Evangelism “From that time Jesus began to preach and to say, ‘Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand’”. – Matthew 4:17 A. His mission was the salvation of mankind “And she shall bring forth a Son and you shall call His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Denomination: Baptist

A Lethal Weapon Named Delilah

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 11, 2004

The devil will use anything he can in this battle of spiritual warfare in order to cause you to fall

“A Lethal Weapon Named Delilah” Judges 16:1-5 & 29. The phrase Spiritual Warfare is not found in the Bible; however, the Bible is loaded with scripture that let us know that there is indeed a battle that is being fought and we are to be prepared in order to be able to fight in this battle ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic

What's In A Name - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jun 19, 2008

The benefits and responsibilities of being a Christian

What’s in a Name? In the Name of Jesus there is Giving (Acts 3:1-10) In the Name of Jesus there is Humility (Acts 3:11-16) In the Name of Jesus there is Refreshing (Acts 3:17-20) In the Name of Jesus there is Hope (Acts 3:21-26) In the Name of Jesus there is Power (Acts 4:1-7) In the Name of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Your Name Last Forever Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

Jesus even told His disciples that the real key to happiness is in knowing that your name is written in heaven. They were excited about miracles, but Jesus said they should not make this the foundation of their joy, for true and lasting joy is to be in fact that your name is written in heaven.

It took many years of hard labor for Gutzon Borglum to blast and crave away the rock to produce the faces of the four presidents on Mt. Rushmore. He died a short time after the work was completed in 1941. He was interviewed before he died, and was asked why it took so long. He said the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Naming Jesus, Knowing Jesus Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Oct 25, 2002

Naming Jesus is no substitute for knowing Him.

Naming Jesus, knowing Jesus 27/10/02 am WBC Acts 19:8-21 Introduction You know- when Jesus does something in you- you just - can’t get it out of your head - can’t stop speaking about it… o comes out in every sermon Last week I was struck about this image of ‘getting closer to Jesus’ …. Desire ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Prayer: "Hallowed Be They Name" Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008

When Jesus taught His disciples to pray, “Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name”, He wanted them to recognize at least 4 distinctive truths about God. And when we know these 4 truths, we will never be able approach Him in the same way again.

Lord’s Prayer #3 Hallowed be they Name I was born George Calhoun on Feb. 22, (George Washington’s birthday) 1957 in Paterson, N.J. to George and Bernice Calhoun. I was later given the middle name David at my Christening. I actually like the name David better than George, but George is all I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Two Men Named Lazarus

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 25, 2008

The similarities between these men were limited, but very significant; whereas the difference between them was very great.

TWO MEN NAMED LAZARUS “Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. It was the Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. So the sisters sent word to Him, saying, ‘Lord, behold, he whom ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Taking God's Name In Vain

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 10, 2018

Why do sinners take God's name in vain, and how they can have forgiveness through the Lord Jesus Christ.

SCRIPTURE: Exodus 20:7 "Thou shalt not take the name of the LORD thy God in vain; for the LORD will not hold him guiltless that taketh his name in vain." Psalms 139:20 "For they speak against thee wickedly, and thine enemies take thy name in vain." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show ...read more

Be Careful About The Family Name Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 29, 2003

As we must be careful about our family names, we must be careful not to bring dishonor to God’s family name.

Why? Purpose Driven Life #7 Montreal/Cornwall September 13, 2003 How much do you value your name? Do you have a good name? God tells us, in Proverbs 22.1, that to have a good name is better than great riches. I think my mother must have taken this passage literally as she often reminded my sister ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:36, 1 Peter 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Names A Person

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 16, 2001

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person”

Year C. The Nativity of St. John The Baptist Luke 1: 57-66, 80 June 24th, 2001 Title: “When God names a person” This is story of the birth of John, his circumcision, naming, and manifestation to relatives and neighbors along with a notice of his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Lutheran

Looking For A Sign Or A Guide

Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 14, 2001

This message speaks to the believer about their reaponsibility to reach the lost.

Looking For A Sign Or A Guide Text: Matt. 16:1-4 “The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven.” “He answered and said unto them, When it is eneving, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red.” “And in the morning, It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Believers Praise The Name Of The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 12, 2005

PENTECOST 8 / HARVEST FESTIVAL - Believers praise the name of the Lord because our Lord satisfies completely and our Lord is always righteous.

BELIEVERS PRAISE THE NAME OF THE LORD PSALM 145:15-21 - July 10, 2005 – Pentecost 8 / Harvest Festival Dear Fellow-Redeemed & Saints in the Lord: Whew! Another year has come and gone and the harvest is gathered in, and it is gathered in safely. It has been blessed abundantly. Between the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 145:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

How Majestic Is His Name Series

Contributed by James Jack on Jun 9, 2007

Our worth as human beings lies not in ourselves but in our majestic creator God.

I’m writing school reports at the moment. It’s something I hate doing. We have a system where you’re expected to write 50-100 words per student so that in the end over all your reports you’ve written tens of thousands of words most of which begin or end with “Johhny needs to be more focused in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:1-9

Denomination: Anglican