Sermons on center of attention: showing 526-540 of 64,301

First Love Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 20, 2011

No matter how many and good the works you do for the church, if Jesus is not at the center of them you are missing the target.

Have you ever been in love? Remember back to those first dizzy days. Nothing else really mattered, did it, beyond when you would see your sweetheart next. Spending time with him or her was the most important thing in your life. Did you rush through chores to be ready earlier, or linger in front ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Defeating Distractions PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The main point of this sermon is to recognize and reject life's distractions, and refocus our attention on Jesus for guidance and strength.

Good morning, church family! Today, we'll be diving into an incredibly relevant topic for our fast-paced, distraction-filled lives. We're going to explore the importance of recognizing distractions, rejecting them, and refocusing our attention on Jesus. As the renowned Christian author, C.S. Lewis ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:30-33

Topics: Distractions

Witnessed To, Washed Clean, Won To God!

Contributed by Jason Holt on Jan 13, 2005

SIN IS NO RESPECTER OF PERSONS, IT EFFECTS US ALL; BUT THANKS BE TO GOD, HE KNOWS HOW TO WASH US AND MAKE US CLEAN!

I. THE PROBLEM OF SIN (VS1) A.)NAMAAN - A VERY ACCOMPLISHED MAN - CREDITED POSSIBLY FOR KILLING AHAB( IKINGS 22) B.)SIN NOT A RESPECTER OF PERSONS - THERE IS ALWAYS A BUT! - HE WAS A GREAT MAN...BUT! C.)LEPROSY A TYPE OF SIN - AWFUL,INCURABLE - GOD ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Prayer To God

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 8, 2019

Philippians 1:9-11 teaches us to put the priorities of the gospel at the center of our prayer lives.

Scripture We are in a series of sermons on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting of his letter to the Philippian Christians, Paul gave thanks to God for them, which we examined last time. Today, I would like to examine Paul’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

American Flag Truths Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jun 12, 2022

Flag Day is not an official holiday, truths about the flag of America deserves our attention, consideration, and adoration.

American Flag Truths Honoring The American Flag Flag Day is the celebration of the American Flag which occurs once a year on the anniversary of the flag’s official adoption, June 14, 1777. What patriotic Americans call the Stars and Stripes was adopted by the Continental Congress as the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In Great Expectation Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 12, 2013

We can live in great expectation because our expectation is centered in Jesus, who never disappoints!

Living In Great Expectation Text: 1 Peter 1:3-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: As a Cleveland sports fan I know all about expectations. All of my life I have expected the Browns to win a Super Bowl, and I got Red Right 88, The Drive, and the Fumble. All my life I have expected the Indians to win ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Decision For A New Life Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Sep 24, 2015

The choice is ours. Are we going to live making ourselves the center of our universe or are we going to live for God?

September 20, 2015 6 Choices The Decision for a New Life John 3:1-15 Opening words: According to some, the average person makes more than 35,000 decisions in a single day. Most of them are rather simple: where to sit, what to eat at the next meal, what lane to drive in, should I have another cup ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

4 Things God Does Not Know

Contributed by Mark Lennon on Jan 18, 2003

This is a good evangelistic sermon that the title is sure to get some attention. Be sure to announce it in advance.

4 Things God Does Not Know I. A sin that He does not hate.Romans 6:23 For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord. 1. God will not tolerate sin. Joshua 7 2. God cannot even look upon sin. Matt. 27:45-46 3. Why Does God Hate Sin? Because it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Days

Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 22, 2007

This is a sermon that calls attention to the last "perilous days" upon the earth before the return of the Lord.

The Last Days TEXT: II Timothy 3 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: The concept of progressive evolution is not Biblical. Through the ages man’s wickedness has led him on a downward path. In these last days the proliferation of man’s wickedness and defiance against God will demand that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

My Beloved Son Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 20, 2008

The word "beloved" occurs 34 times in this short book. It is therefore worthy of our attention.

TEXT "What is thy beloved more than another beloved, O thou fairest among women? what is thy beloved more than another beloved, that thou dost so charge us?" INTRODUCTION The term ’beloved’ is quite a popular one. There is a novel entitled The Beloved, written by Toni Morrison. A film was produced ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:9

Preaching Of The King Series

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 14, 2004

It verse 11 it seems like Jesus’ attention is turned from the multitude to His disciples.

The Preaching of the King – Part 7 Matthew 5:11-16 In verse 10 Jesus said the blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness sake. It verse 11 it seems like Jesus’ attention is turned from the multitude to His disciples. Persecution is the usual experience of God’s people, but it is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-16

Denomination: Holiness

Exalting In Worship Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 16, 2009

Focusing our attention, expressing our affection and using our abilities for God in worship.

EXALTING IN WORSHIP A country preacher sold a mule to a friend, and told him the mule was trained to go when the rider said "Praise the Lord," and to stop when the rider said, "Amen." The buyer mounted the beast and commanded, "Praise the Lord," and the mule shot off like a rocket. The startled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God’s Gift To Mankind: A Lamb Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 13, 2010

The focus of our personal ministries should be introducing and calling attention to Jesus Christ, not ourselves.

God’s Gift to Mankind: A Lamb (John 1:19-34) 1. For about 14 years, I have been teaching AWANA. I teach each of our three division, beginning with a puppet skit and then a flannel graph lesson with felt figures… 2. I taught the Christmas Story to the Sparks, K=2nd grade…then Austin helped me ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Messiah Who Sends Part 3: The Attitude Of A Messenger Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 8, 2010

As followers of Jesus in a world contrary to His Kingdom, we are to focus our attention on Him.

A Messiah Who Sends Part 3: The Attitude of a Messenger Text: Matt. 10:24-42 Introduction 1. Illustration: We need to be like the 84 year old grandmother who fiercely maintained her independence and lived alone in the old family home. Her 4 children lived n the same town, but she rarely called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-42

Denomination: Methodist

Whose Voice Will You Listen Too

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 24, 2012

Among the melee of voices calling for our attention, which one will you listen to?

Jesus – a man with authority I would like to focus on one verse this morning from our Gospel reading 22 The people were amazed at his teaching, because he taught them as one who had authority, not as the teachers of the law. Interestingly, there is no record of what Jesus said at that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Anglican