Sermons on Christlike Rest:

More About Jesus

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 3, 2015

A sermon to encourage believers to worship, walk, and work for the Lord

"More about Jesus" Philippians 3:10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; Introduction: Have you ever heard someone say, "The better I get to know him, the better I like him!" That's always a good thing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Love

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2015

Now that we know the attitude we are to have to be called Jesus’ disciples, as a disciple we are to produce fruit.

We have spent the last 8 Sundays discussing the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. These are very important first steps as we take a detailed look at Becoming a Better Christian. Let me remind you that to be a Christian requires us to have a responsibility. When we become a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Ways God Works

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 4, 2015

God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters.

Title: The Ways God Works Text: Acts 8:26-40 Thesis: God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters. Introduction In 1440 Johann Gutenberg invented the movable type printing press which was capable of cranking out 3,600 pages a day… just 60 years later the printing press ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Journey To Paradise Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 22, 2015

In this vision Paul is caught up to heaven & received communications & revelations that he can not make known (CIT). This was to him, & to all who believed his word, a more reliable evidence of the favor of God upon an apostle than anything prior

2 CORINTHIANS 12: 1-6 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] A JOURNEY TO PARADISE Paul now moves to the account of a remarkable spiritual experience which was granted him as an apostle by the Lord. He was reticent to write about this experience but has been forced to substantiate his apostleship. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Preservation And Perseverance

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 11, 2013

Christ presents two great truths regarding the relationship of the Shepherd – Christ, and the sheep – the born-again child of God. Preservation and perseverance. One is performed by God alone, the other by the believer with the aid of the Holy Spirit.

Preservation and Perseverance John 10:27-30 Jesus said He is the Great Shepherd who lays down His life for His sheep. He knows them and calls them by name. The sheep He spoke of are those who have received His grace by hearing and responding to His call by yielding their lives to Him and following ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27-30, John 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Changes The Neighborhood Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 16, 2012

Jesus will change how you deal with your friends, neighbors and enemies.

Jesus Changes the Neighborhood Proverbs 3:27-35 Ill. Catherine Booth was the "mother" of the Salvation Army. "Wherever Catherine Booth went," said Campbell Morgan, "humanity went to hear her. Princes and peeresses merged with paupers and prostitutes." One night, Morgan shared in a meeting with Mrs. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Words Of St. Peter: Transfiguration

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 10, 2015

St. Peters' last words about the Transfiguration before his death. Luke 9:29 reveals that Jesus' appearance was not merely some luminous glow but more deeply means that as he predicted his death he appeared to be more resolved and determined.

“The Last Words of St. Peter” Transfiguration “They didn’t tell anyone what they had seen until long after this happened.” Luke 9:36 “We have seen his majestic splendor with our own eyes.” 2 Peter 1:16 Intro: When Thomas Edison invented the first light ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36, 2 Peter 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awakening - Easter Sunday

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 9, 2012

Jesus rose triumphant over the grave so that we could live fully awake and in response, He asks us to awaken to Him, His Kingdom, His power, His purpose, His will.

Awakening April 8, 2012 Easter Sunday For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known. (1 Cor 13:12, NRSV) Yesterday I went for a brief walk, having been sick these past few days I was feeling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:12

Denomination: Baptist

It's Homecoming

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Sep 26, 2022

This sermon is adapted to fit – Homecoming Services, Reunions and Celebration Gatherings as we 1. Embrace One Another’s Healing and Transformations 2. Practice the Grace of Forgiveness 3. Enjoy and Accept One Another’s Diversity

Sermon: Homecoming Sermon This sermon is adapted to fit – Homecoming Services, Reunions and Celebration Gatherings as we 1. Embrace One Another’s Healing and Transformations 2. Practice the Grace of Forgiveness 3. Accept and Enjoy One Another’s Diversity Scripture: Mark 5:18-19 “As Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:18-19

Denomination: Nazarene

Fearful Or Fearless

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 5, 2021

My first sermon back after getting Covid-19 pneumonia. it changed my life forever!

2021 Fearful or Fearless I am humbled and honored to bring my 16th annual report and sermon to the great people of Rosedale. We have been through a lot together and we have been each other’s strength as we serve the Lord together. Greeting Can you believe it? That we sit here with so many changes ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13

Denomination: Nazarene

. Happy New Year Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

Jesus knew the importance of being happy, and that is why He begins His greatest sermon with a list of ways to be perfectly happy on earth for those who would follow Him and be citizens of the kingdom of heaven.

Edwin Markham in his poem The Shoes Of Happiness tells the story of a king in Istanbul who was ill. He called his wise men together to find a cure. They studied the situation and announced that only one thing could cure him, and that was for him to wear the shoes of a perfectly happy man. Off ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Our Journey

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 6, 2023

There are three distinct aspects of salvation: justification, sanctification, and glorification. This message will give details of each.

For the past few weeks we have been talking about being set apart from the rest of the world. We are set apart because we are Holy as we work at becoming as much like God as we can. In this process we are sanctified, or in the process of being sanctified. That's the direction that we're ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Being Real In A World Being Fake

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2023

it is time to be real to a world that is confused about a lot of things of life.

Being Real in a world being Fake Daniel chapter 1:1-21 Introduction- Our leadership team has been down in Philly for District Assembly. It happens once a year around this time and I want to talk a minute about it and its importance for the whole church not just those who are delegates that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Blessings And Curses! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 1, 2023

Looking at the practical wisdom of James. James 3:1-12

Blessings and Curses James 3:1-12 July 2, 2023 A "minister, priest, and rabbi" lived in a small town and became good friends. They decided to go on a fishing trip together. While they were there they began to share their innermost thoughts and secrets. The priest explained he enjoyed ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit: Patience, Kindness

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jul 15, 2023

We look at two fruit of the spirit: patience and kindness. We need patience! People are difficult. Other Christians can be difficult. Ministry takes time to bear fruit. And we need to show kindness. We may not realise what a fundamental quality it is for a Christian.

RUCKSACK ILLUSTRATION, EARLIER IN THE SERVICE. Narrator: ‘Today, Sam, Gifty, Vanessa and Cyril are going camping. Vanessa and Cyril are very excited about it. Vanessa gets to work packing two rucksacks. She is very thoughtful; she doesn’t want Cyril’s rucksack to be too heavy for him. She ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, 1 Timothy 1:16, Romans 8:29, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 11:28-30, Romans 3:12-17, Ephesians 4:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist