Sermons on Come In Like Manner:

Christmas Is Coming! Are You Ready?

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 13, 2010

Theme is Repentance.... illustration from Shel Silverstein.... taking the garbage out.... John calls us to not "regret" but to take the garbage out of our lives.

In Jesus Holy Name December 5, 2010 Text Matthew 3:1-2,5-6 Advent I–Redeemer Lutheran “Christmas Is Coming – Are You Ready?” This past week Colleen was having several blood tests and checkups as part of her requirements for the upcoming mission trip. She ran into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Will You Come And Follow Me?

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jan 8, 2021

As we think about the calling of Nathaniel, we reflect on some of the symbology of the scripture, and think about how we are called to discipleship ourselves.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Hymns can be subjective, depending on who is listening to them, someone may think that a particular hymn is beautifully written, and someone else may feel that its dreadful. Choosing Hymns for worship is a minefield, will the congregation know ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Anglican

Signs Of The Lord's Near Coming

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 2, 2002

A message related to the Second Coming of Christ

SIGNS OF THE LORD’S NEAR COMING Luke 21:31 INTRO: We hear preachers telling us that we are living in the last days, and that Jesus could come at any time, and we wonder if they know what they are talking about, and where they get their ideas. The following are some of the prophetic signs of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:31

Denomination: Baptist

The Ongoing Work Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Feb 19, 2004

The Holy Spirit works in an orderly manner in our lives.

PAUL’S EPISTLE TO THE EPHESIANS This letter has so many great truths in it. We are going to spend some time studying it. I trust that as we look at it together, we will learn much. Whenever you read the Word of God you should always try to see to whom it is addressed. Is it to an individual or ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am Come For Judgment

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jul 24, 2005

Sermon 5 of 7: Why did Jesus come?

John 9:39-41 I Am Come For Judgment Woodlawn Missionary Baptist Church July 24, 2005 Introduction Have you ever heard the story about Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson going on a camping trip? After a good meal, they lay down for the night and went to sleep. Some hours later, Holmes awoke and nudged ...read more

Scripture: John 9:39-41

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Or Hell Ready Or Not It Is Coming

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 6, 2006

A sermon dealing with the choice we have to make in this life concerning where we will spend eternity.

Heaven Or Hell Ready Or Not It Is Coming Matt. 24:42-51 Prayer Someone tells about a pastor who was late for church. He flagged down a taxicab and instructed the cabdriver to do everything within his power to get him to church on time. So the cab sped off and weaved through traffic for about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:42-51

Denomination: Baptist

What If Tomorrow Never Comes? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 28, 2004

Overcoming worry by (1) changing your outlook - leave it to God; (2) changing your input - trust His promises.

Worry has nothing to do with today... it has to do with tomorrow. What if tomorrow never comes? Will that have an effect on you today? Are you spending ALL OF TODAY, preparing for tomorrow? If you are using up all the time you have today, preparing for tomorrow, then aren’t you left with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

“contrasts To Come” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 16, 2016

Jesus continues his walk toward Gethsemane and shares with the Disciples some of the contrasts which they would experience in the near future.

5 15 2016 “Contrasts to Come” John16:16-33 There are many ironies and contrasts in being a citizen of God’s Kingdom and a Follower of the Lord Jesus. Jesus covers some of those contrasts which the disciples would soon experience as He is walking on the way to the Garden of ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Come With Me To The Edge Of The Cliff

Contributed by William Ellis on Aug 22, 2005

Follow King David To The Cliff...A cliff proclaims excitement...A cliff exclaims possible danger...A cliff represents intangibles...A cliff is a place you can have vision before actually receiving promise.

COME WITH ME TO THE EDGE OF THE CLIFF Come with me to the edge of the cliff this morning Just over there I can see the promise…I can feel it drawing me…I know its there…ready, waiting. A cliff proclaims excitement A cliff exclaims possible danger A cliff represents intangibles A cliff is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:11-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Do What Comes Naturally Series

Contributed by Dennis Harbach on Oct 1, 2002

Knowing that God goes with us changes everything- especially our lives of worship and giving.

Doing what comes naturally Genesis 28:10-22 I was intrigued by this article about the ministry and leadership that I saw this week. The author began by describing why he was credible. He explained how he started his own communications business in the 70’s. It was instantly successful. He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Epiphany Comes Down To Us.

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jan 17, 2009

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday after the Epiphany, Series B

2ND Sunday after Epiphany, January 18, 2009 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Lord, in each generation you call forth those to follow you, and carry the message of your redeeming grace to those around us. Through ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-51

Denomination: Lutheran

A Preview Of His Kingdom Come Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 28, 2015

Daniel gives a certain messages for our uncertain world. The Vision Nebuchadnezzar had was of the future and the downfall of all earthly kingdoms. For those that are part of the kingdom of God this is good news!

Intro: What comes to mind when I read Daniel 2:24 – 49 is certainty. Nebuchadnezzar was very uncertain about what the dream was and what it meant. However Daniel was sure that it was revealing certainty. Daniel 2:45 “The great God has told the king what will happen in the future. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:23-49

Denomination: Baptist

Come And See His Power

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 6, 2022

The greatest invitation in the world is this: ‘Come and See Jesus’. John 1:29 “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” Water to Wine - come and see his power!

COME AND SEE HIS POWER John 2:1-11 Introduction The greatest invitation in the world is this: ‘Come and See Jesus’. John 1:29 “Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” We are looking at John’s Gospel and some of the things that he wants us to see in Jesus. John ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom Comes From The Inside Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 31, 2023

Based on Matthew 23:25-28 - Challenges hearers to realize that they'll never be truly free on the outside if they're not truly free on the inside.

“FREEDOM COMES FROM THE INSIDE” Matt. 23:25-28 FBCF – 7/30/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Read Matthew 23:25-28 (p. 829) Do y’all know what this is called? (drop a mic) It’s what someone does when they want to emphasize that the discussion is over & the definitive point has been made. It’s a way of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Colossians 3:5, Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

God Comes For Habitation, Not Visitation

Contributed by Samuel M on Apr 2, 2025

God comes to stay, not to visit and leave. Today, if you want an encounter with God, always remember that God comes to stay, not just to visit. When you pray for God to come, pray and prepare your heart so that when He comes, He can stay for a long time.

When God comes, He does not come to visit, but He comes stay. He comes to live, dwell and stay with us forever. He is not an outsider who comes to visit; rather, He is the head of a family who comes to take His rightful place (in the family) and stay with us. He does not come to visit and then ...read more