Sermons on Celebration:

Funeral Jeremy Michael Rader

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 28, 2023

Celebration of life.

Words of Grace & Greeting: Friends, we have gathered here to praise God and to witness to our faith as we celebrate the life of “Jeremy Michael Rader”. We come together in grief, acknowledging our human loss. May God grant us grace, that in pain we may find comfort, in sorrow hope, in death ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Methodist

Is Easter Celebration The Pascal Of Our Lord Jesus?

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Apr 11, 2020

We celebrate Easter year in and year out, but is it the same feast of Passover fulfilled by our Lord Jesus Christ

Well, let see what the Bible says to us. Today multitudes, and nations in the Christian world are celebrating either the Easter or the Pascal feast depending on what denomination you belong. At the same time, the Bible makes it clear that Easter is after the Feast of the unleavened bread, Just as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7, Acts 12:4, 1 Corinthians 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Word From God - Christmas 2007 Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

As we celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ we celebrate his enlightening presence among us; we celebrate the coming of the one who brought the whole creation into being; we celebrate our new found status as children of God, we celebrate the fact that God h

Did you notice the common theme that comes through in the two Bible Readings we just heard? Not just the theme that God has sent his Son in the form of this child Jesus. No, I’m thinking of the fact that God has sent him to communicate with us. God has spoken to us by a son, Hebrews tells us. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb: The Celebration Of Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 1, 2023

We come now to the greatest celebration heaven and earth will ever see. It is the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. Without these final judgements, there is no final victory or celebration.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org You will remember that we concluded 13 chapters of Revelation talking about the judgment of God being poured out on an unbelieving earth being led by the Antichrist. It was arduous at times to pour through the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-10

Denomination: Brethren

Why Do We Celebrate The Ordinance Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Paul institutes for us the reasons behind the celebration of the ordinance of the LORD’s Supper.

“WHY DO WE CELEBRATE THE ORDINANCE OF THE LORD’S SUPPER?” 1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-26 1. Because we are to RECEIVE what was handed down to us by our LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. (v. 23) Deuteronomy 4:5; Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 15:3; Galatians 1:11-12; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2; Exodus 4:15; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

rest As Sabbath Celebration For The People Of God Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 22, 2004

Exposition of Hebrews 4:1-13

1Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. 2For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

Celebrating Epiphany Isaiah 60__ 1 – 6

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 19, 2008

Where is He born King of the Jews? Where was God in the slaughter of the innocents? God was in a caring Father and Mother who fled to Egypt to protect the precious life of the child. God was in this Christ reconciling the world to himself.

Celebrating Epiphany Isaiah 60__ 1 – 6 Isaiah 60: 1 – 6, Ephesians 3: 1 – 12 and Matthew 2: 1 – 12. The Christian’s calendar is always out of sync with the secular calendar. And to further confuse Christian children in regard to holidays, the sacred holidays differ from Church to Church. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6

Denomination: Anglican

Should We Celebrate Same-Sex Marriages?

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 23, 2008

A sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost, Series A, Proper 16, based on the second lesson.

15th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 16] August 24, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, from the beginning you created us male and female, and through the gift of marriage, founded the basis for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Party In His Presence: Celebrate His Provision Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Nov 24, 2011

We should be thankful God provides everything we need to accomplish his purposes. God Provides the Panorama God Provides the Plan God Provides the Principal/Principal Players God Provides the Power God Provides the Personnel God Provides the Princip

Series: Stewardship, Message: “Party in His Presence” Topics: Thanks, Temple, Provision Text: 1 Chronicles 28-29 Date: Nov. 20, 2011 Pastor: David McBeath INTRO: The Atheist and the Bear Have you heard the story about the Bear and the Atheist? An atheist was walking through the woods, admiring ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 7: Look Out For The Culture Of Celebrity Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2010

Is there such a thing as the celebrity pastor? Is that a good or bad thing? How should I look at a church to make sure I will be fed as a believer?

As we’ve seen in looking at the problems of the Corinthian church, the members of this congregation had expended a great deal of energy putting certain leaders up on pedestals and then aligning themselves with that leader and claiming their leader was better than theirs. In the first part ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

More Than Enough 3 - Celebration Sunday Series

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Mar 31, 2011

More Than Enough Sermon Series for Stewardship, week 3

Nehemiah 8:9-12 9 Then Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to them all, "This day is sacred to the LORD your God. Do not mourn or weep." For all the people had been weeping as they listened to the words of the Law. 10 Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Celebrating A Great Thanksgiving ... Even In A Challenging Year

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2009

AS WE BEGIN THE HOLIDAY SEASON, LET’S CLAIM THIS PROMISE, "THERE WILL BE GREAT THANKSGIVING."

Celebrating a Great Thanksgiving ... Even in a Challenging Year November 22, 2009 AS WE BEGIN THE HOLIDAY SEASON, LET’S CLAIM THIS PROMISE, "THERE WILL BE GREAT THANKSGIVING." 2 Corinthians 4:8-16 New Living Translation by Tyndale 8 We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Celebration Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 22, 2010

How would you test your love for your spouse? Can an unsaved spouse be brought to salvation?

This Could Be the Start of Something Big: Celebration of Marriage I Peter 3:1-7 1 Peter 3:1-7 1 Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, 2 when they see the purity and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Celebrating Christmas When The Grinch Shows Up Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2018

How can you still celebrate Christmas when you're surrounded by troubles? So were Mary and Joseph at the first Christmas, but Christmas still came and God brought healing to their world!

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WHEN THE GRINCH SHOWS UP INTRODUCTION A. CHRISTMAS IS ALWAYS A WONDERFUL TIME? 1. This whole month of December we’re looking at Christmas through the eyes of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. So keep an eye out for his green skin! 2. Have you ever had some major plans disrupted and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Completed Joy Of A Christian: The Word Of Life Celebrated

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Jun 28, 2021

This is a series of sermons based upon 1 John that focuses on the foundation of the Christian experience, love and fellowship with God. 1 John is about application of these two themes. This is sermon 1 of 14, a series about a genuine relationship with God and right living.

Reality shows continue to draw people’s attention. . . In an article, 10 Reality Shows That Aren't Real at All (And 10 That Totally Are), Chris Littlechild, talks about how they claim to be real; however, “the producers are just looking to stir up drama with fake moments. These shows are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational