Sermons on Casting Crowns:

Jesus Christ Our Passover And First-Fruit

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Apr 14, 2020

Perhaps you are calling the resurrection day of Christ Easter instead of the First-fruit. Learn the truth and be set free from errors

Christ our Pascal and First-fruit The Bible records that Christ rose up from the dead on the third day after fulfilling the feast of the Passover called Pascal. In truth, He died to fulfill the Pascal, but He rose up in fulfillment of the important feast of the first fruit. Believers of every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20, Acts 12:4, Leviticus 23:1-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stay The Course Sermon I: The Christian's Motivation For Staying The Course Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 27, 2020

When we Christians find ourselves having to contend with enemies of the Lord God, living for Jesus God's Son and our Savior in a hostile environment is both advisable and doable.

THE CHRISTIAN'S MOTIVATION FOR STAYING THE COURSE TO THE FINISH A fond memory of my father-in-law was a remark he made to me at the age of 85 as he signed on the dotted line of a contract for the purchase of his new car: "Well, that ought to do me ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-8

Mother’s Day 2018

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

Mothers shape our children who in turn shape our world. That's a lot of responsibility but God has seen fit to entrust it to women. A Mother’s work is never done and for that reason many wise mothers point us to Jesus the author and finisher of our faith

Mother’s Day 2018 Mother’s today are the most courageous people I know of. They face a world that treats them and their contributions with contempt and indifference. We see the government removing the word “Mother” from official documents and replacing it with the words “Parent One”. Well at ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, Titus 2:2-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Inspecting The Tabernacle (Exodus 39)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2024

Do the various parts of the tabernacle and priesthood picture Jesus? Let's look at Exodus 39.

Had Israel built the tabernacle and priest’s clothing just as the Lord had commanded? What might the various components picture about Jesus? Could Moses’ final inspection be a type of judgment of our lives? Let’s look at Exodus 39. Is there significance to the people’s obedience, as the Lord ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ordaining The Priests (Leviticus 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 3, 2024

Let's compare a modern ordination and that in ancient Israel. Let's look at Leviticus 8.

What did Aaron’s special clothing portray? What did the anointing oil suggest? Were priests also sinful and in need of a sacrifice? What did their meal foreshadow? What would be the purpose of an ordination week? Let’s look at Leviticus 8. How different was the ordination of Aaron and his sons ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling The Scriptures: Navigating Ancient Interpretations In A Modern World Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 8, 2024

With our modern expectations, sometimes we find it difficult to understand the Bible. By adjusting our expectations we can correctly understand God's Word and apply His truth to our lives.

Unveiling the Scriptures: Navigating Ancient Interpretations in a Modern World Today, we’ll explore a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of Scripture: how the authors of the Bible interpret earlier portions of the Bible, and how we, with our modern expectations, sometimes find these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 2:15, Hosea 11:1, Revelation 13:1-2, Jeremiah 29:11, John 16:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

No More Excuses!

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 9, 2024

Jesus shows us the importance of radical obedience through the encounter with three would-be disciples that offered excuses for not wanting to immediately go with Jesus.

IN THE WALT DISNEY MOVIE, “ALICE IN WONDERLAND,” ALICE FINDS HERSELF AT A FORK IN THE ROAD. AS SHE CONTEMPLATED HER DECISION, SHE NOTICES A CHESHIRE CAT UP IN THE TREE. UNDECIDED ON WHICH ROAD TO TAKE, ALICE THEN ASKS THE CHESHIRE CAT, “WHICH ROAD DO I TAKE?” THE CAT RESPONDS, “WHERE DO YOU WANT ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Smyrna And Pergmos Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jan 26, 2024

To the angel at the church in Smyrna write.....

January 27, 2024 Today we will discuss churches 2 and 3 – Smyrna and Pergamos Smyrna (2:8-11 - shortest message) Smyrna (modern-day Izmir, Turkey) was a Greek city located about 35 miles northwest of Ephesus on a narrow isthmus on the Aegean coast. The City • Had a major seaport and was an ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Do We Have Our Forks Ready?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 4, 2024

This is a short story about the Marriage Supper of the Lamb.

The sincere reaction to God by the individuals who love Him is in praise. The more that we get to know the Lord and acknowledge what and how He has helped us, the more we will answer with a spirit of praise. At the core of genuine love is praise and worship. We should let our commendation of God ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Above Doctors And Trust In Divine Healing. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 13, 2024

In times of illness or injury, our first instinct is often to seek medical attention.

In times of illness or injury, our first instinct is often to seek medical attention. While doctors and medical professionals play a crucial role in our healthcare, it's essential to remember that God is the ultimate healer. The Bible reminds us that God is above doctors, and His power and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1, Exodus 15:26

The Transformational Promise Of Isaiah 35 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2024

In Isaiah 35 we discover profound truths about God's power to bring forth beauty from desolation and to turn barrenness into abundance. As we explore this passage, may we be encouraged by the promise of transformation that God offers to His people.

The Transformational Promise of Isaiah 35 Introduction: On this day, let us journey through the vibrant imagery of Isaiah 35, where the prophet paints a picture of transformation, hope, and restoration. In these verses, we discover profound truths about God's power to bring forth beauty from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-2, Isaiah 35:5-6, Isaiah 55:12, Psalm 103:3, Isaiah 35:8-10, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Motivation

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 20, 2023

Motivation is defined as a reason or reasons for acting or behaving in a particular way.

Taylor Swift, an American singer-songwriter once remarked: "I just want you to know that if you are out there and you are being really hard on yourself right now for something that has happened ... it's normal. That is what is going to happen to you in life. No one gets through unscathed. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23, Matthew 19:26, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Romans 12:11

Palm Sunday: Pathway To The Cross Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Mar 26, 2021

ON PALM SUNDAY THE CHURCH CELEBRATES A PIVITAL EVENT IN BIBLICAL HOSTORY WHEN JESUS PROCEEDED TO TAKE THE JOURNEY THAT WOULD CULMINATE IN ACHEIVING HIS DESTINY, GIVING HIS LIFE FOR MANKIND ON THE CROSS.

PALM SUNDAY FPCC 3/28/2021 SERMON TITLE: “PALM SUNDAY: THE PATHWAY TO THE CROSS” TEXT: John 12:12-19 “The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. 13 So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, and “Hosanna! Blessed ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Exchange At Calvary

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Apr 1, 2021

Jesus was punished and rejected so that we might be pardoned and accepted.

"20 Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. 21 For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him." 2 Corinthians 5:20-21. He was at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20-21, Isaiah 53:5, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thy Kingdom Come

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 22, 2021

A sermon for Christ the King Sunday, Year B

November 21, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church John 18:33-37 Thy Kingdom Come Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This Sunday begins the final week of the church year calendar. It’s also the final Sunday in the very long season of ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran