Sermons on Commandments Of Men:

You Shall Not Take The Name Of The Lord In Vain Series

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Nov 23, 2022

There are serious consequences for breaking the third commandment and taking God’s name in vain. Why are we held guilty if we take His name in vain? What acts do we commit that amount to taking His name in vain?

Exodus 20:1–2 says, “And God spoke all these words, saying:” We need to take note that what follows is the beginning of the Ten Commandments spoken by the voice of the Lord. This is His preamble to the constitution of grace. “I am the Lord your God who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3, Exodus 20:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Men Preparing For Easter

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 12, 2002

Preparation goes a long way when it comes to worship; are you prepared?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGEBAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of Faith, Family and Friendships March 17, 2002 9Then Jesus told this story to some who had great self-confidence and scorned everyone else: 10“Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Men Of Commitment (Father's Day)

Contributed by Cedric Portis on Jun 22, 2003

On a day that should be marked with celebration and honor for the head of families, father’s day in our community has become one of the most confusing days of the year, questions of who is my father to where is my daddy, to step father vs. biological...

Men of Commitment Father’s Day Minster Cedric A. Portis cedque8@cs.com 6/15/03 Luke 14:25 And there went great multitudes with him: and he turned, and said unto them, Luke 14:26 If any man come to me, and hate not his father, and mother, and wife, and children, and brethren, and sisters, yea, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Blind Men Came To Him Series

Contributed by Greg Hess on Jun 29, 2002

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH

DEVELOPING YOUR FAITH Matt 9:27-30 the blind men came to Him The blind men followed Jesus asking for mercy Persistent following in darkness will yield great benefits When they entered the house – The time was right – all in God’s time The place was right – no distractions from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

These Men Had Been With Jesus! Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 1, 2002

Seven principles for living a dynamic Christian life.

THESE MEN HAD BEEN WITH JESUS! Acts 4:1-22 INTRODUCTION A couple of questions. Firstly: Why are so many churches nearly empty?! (ALLOW RESPONSES) Secondly: Why do so few Christians make an impact?(ALLOW RESPONSES) Someone read 1 Cor 3:1-4 What does this passage say about the questions we have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

All Men Seek For Thee

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 20, 2002

A short message on our need for Christ designed to follow the cantata, “Hark! The Angels Sing” by Dennis & Nan Allen (Brentwood Music).

December 22, 2002 37they found Him, and said* to Him, “Everyone is looking for You.” Mark 1.37b (NASB) A message to follow the cantata, “Hark! The Angels Sing”(1) Once again we heard the Gospel story. We have seen and heard it presented how…  the angels delivered their carol, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:37

Denomination: United Methodist

Walk The Way Of The Wise Men

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 15, 2003

the visit of the wise men to see Jesus

January 19, 2003 Matthew 2:1-12 1 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." 3 When King Herod ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gospel According To The Wise Men

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Jan 19, 2003

The gospel as told by the attitudes and gifts the Wise Men brought.

WHO? The Wise Men were Magi from the east (Persia?) They were educated in astronomy, maybe astrology. Being influenced by Daniel and Mordecai, they were well versed in the OT. As men treated like royalty, they probably arrived with a large entourage with great fanfare. WHAT? They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Men Of God Before The Flood

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 22, 2002

A message on the men of god found mentioned in Genesis 5.

THE MEN OF GOD BEFORE THE FLOOD TEXT - Gen. 5: 1 - 8, 19 - 32 INTRO. - God has had his men in every age. God will not leave this world without a witness to himself. Here in Gen. 5 we see the history of those who loved God from Adam to the flood. The flood came when the godly line of Seth found ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Men's Greatest Act

Contributed by Mark Winter on Nov 29, 2000

Worship was the Wise Men’s greatest act

What was the wise men’s greatest act? Was it their diligent study of the heavens, which resulted in the discovery of the Christmas Star? The Wise Men, also known as the Magi, were probably not kings, but a priestly band of scholars and stargazers. We don’t know what brilliant star these Magi saw. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:11

Denomination: Methodist

God's Condemnation Of All Men

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GOD'S CONDEMNATION OF ALL MEN (EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS) DOES NOT CONTRADICT THE VALUE OF SPIRITUAL PRIVILEGES OR THE CONSISTENCY OF GOD'S OWN CHARACTER (HIS FAITHFULNESS AND JUSTICE) 1.

GOD'S CONDEMNATION OF ALL MEN (EVEN THE MOST RELIGIOUS) DOES NOT CONTRADICT THE VALUE OF SPIRITUAL PRIVILEGES OR THE CONSISTENCY OF GOD'S OWN CHARACTER (HIS FAITHFULNESS AND JUSTICE) 1. Spiritual Privileges Do Have Value (:1-2) Question: What advantage is there in being a Jew? Restated: What value ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Wise Men Still Worship

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Nov 22, 2000

The Wise Men remind us that true worship comes from the heart.

Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star in the east and have come to worship him." When King Herod heard this he was disturbed, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Sovereignity Of God In The Affairs Of Men

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the sovereignity of God in our day to day life and how God is still on the throne to decide the destinies of men

THE SOVEREIGNITY OF GOD IN THE AFFAIRS OF MEN : PROVERBS 16:33 OUTLINE 1.PROMOTION 2.PLAN OF GOD 3.PROPHECY 4.PRIDE OF MAN 5.PROMISE OF GOD 6.POWER OF GOD 7.PRAISE UNTO GOD THE MESSAGE THE SOVEREIGNITY OF GOD IN THE AFFAIRS OF MEN 1.PROMOTION Psalms 75:6-7 Isaiah 51:2 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Stories, Two Men

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Jun 27, 2001

The message of salvation enriches our lives.

TWO STORIES, ONE RESPONSE “The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then in his joy went and sold all he had and bought the field. Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Holiness

3 Wise Men & Others

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 3, 2001

Not everyone who encoutnered Jesus was wise. WIll you be wise in the way you respond to him?

It’s a familiar story. Wise men, kings(?), Magi, astrologers, come from the east to find a child that’s born to be a great King. A new star has appeared in the eastern sky heralding the birth of someone destined for greatness and they’ve come to worship him. This is no ordinary child, this is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Anglican