Sermons on Conceive:

The Reaction Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 11, 2004

This is the second in a four sermon series on the birth announcement of Christ and the reaction of those most involved in the events.

The Reaction of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 I. Joseph Reacted With Mercy (v. 18-19) A. His mercy reached past the circumstance (v. 18b) 1. He did not allow the circumstance to rule him 2. He did not allow the circumstance to dictate his character B. His mercy reached out due to personal righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

"Sin In The Camp"

Contributed by Monte Mcelfresh on Mar 4, 2006

Dealing with sin

“Sin In The Camp” Joshua 7:1-26 Introduction Even though you’re saved (crossed Jordan) still prone to sin. I. SIN – SATAN v.1 A. Don’t underestimate power of Satan B. Defeat a. Comes after victory b. Comes when least expected c. Comes when we feel strong in ourselves d. Comes when we neglect ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Lamp Stand Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 6, 2017

Lamp Stand and God's children.

Lamp stand and Olive Trees Zechariah 4:6 My Spirit “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit says the Lord of Hosts” Be an oil filled lamp Stand Angel of the Lord shakes him and wakes him up. (v.1). Oil flows but not able to see, only light is ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6

Denomination: Methodist

God Keeps His Promises Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Dec 23, 2021

God had been promising to send the Messiah for centuries, and many of the Jews probably doubted if it would ever really happen. But God’s timing is perfect, and He always keeps His promises. Then and now.

Perfect Timing of God The Promises God gave to Adam and Eve, was fulfilled 2000yrs ago. Yes, by sending His own Son at the mercy of men. In Galatians 4:4, Paul says, at the right time God send his son to us, to fulfill his promises' given to Adam and Eve. His timing is perfect, when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Angel Spoke To Hagar

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 9, 2023

Hagar was in the wilderness in Genesis 16. God sent an angel to her. We can learn a lot from her experience.

When Hagar got pregnant with Ishmael, she despised Sarah and was disrespectful toward her. (Genesis 16:4b) Sarah told Abraham, “When she saw that she had conceived, I was despised in her eyes.” Abraham told Sarah to handle the situation as she pleased. Sarah “dealt harshly” with Hagar, and Hagar ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Mar 11, 2025

Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ is a good God. He is a God in whom there is no variableness or any shadow of turning. He has called believers out of great darkness of sin and sickness into His marvelous light of life eternal and abundance.

1 Peter 2:9 says But ye are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: Jesus Christ is the light of the world without whom the world will be in complete ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Psalm 52:5, Romans 3:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Baptism Of Jesus

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 16, 2003

A study on the importance of this event in the life of Christ

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net Wed. Evening, 1/15/03 Title: Events from Jesus Life: Baptism Text: Matthew 3:13-17 Introduction 1. We have established Christ 1st as our vision for 2003. A. If we put Christ 1st in our lives... B. in our families C. and in our church D. then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Living In The Word Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 14, 2003

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Hope In The Darkness".

Series: Hope In The Darkness [#3] LIVING IN THE WORD 1 Peter 1:22-2:3 1. As we have studied 1 Peter, we have already learned that we are to live in hope because of our salvation and we are to live in holiness because we have been made new through our salvation. 2. This study teaches us to live ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hail Mary.... The Immaculate Conception Explained

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Dec 6, 2001

Explaining the Immaculate Conception, teaching on the history and theology of the dogma, and how it applies to all of us, as an example of God’s Grace and Goodness.

Sermon: 8th December 2001, Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Text: Luke 1:26-38 “Hail Mary, Filled with Grace” In the name of the +Father and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Two weeks ago, during our Advent Course, Fr Lewis laid down a challenge for me, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who Is The Holy Spirit And What Does He Do?

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 28, 2003

This is an attempt to understand who is the Holy Spirit and what does He do?

Text: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16 Title: Who is the Holy Spirit and what does he do? Let me begin by saying it is not easy being the Holy Spirit! It is not easy being the Holy Spirit because verse 14 tells us so. “The man without the spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Bible And Abortion

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 23, 2005

A message on the sanctity of human life.

THE BIBLE AND ABORTION Psalm 100 v. 3 is key verse INTRO: Some have suggested the Bible does not specifically address the matter of sanctity of life or the abortion issue. Nothing could be further from the truth. The Bible is overflowing in its teaching ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Messages Of The Angels

Contributed by John Gerald on Dec 7, 2004

One of the Christmas Messages - the part angels had in the events surrounding Jesus’ birth.

THE MESSAGES OF THE ANGELS I. THE ANNOUNCEMENT TO MARY Luke 1:26 And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth,(The sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy) 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With Temptation Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 23, 2002

Fourth in a series on developing excellence in our Christian walk based on the life of Joseph

5/22/02 PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN YOUR WALK IV DEALING WITH TEMPTATION GENESIS 39:1-5 BY PASTOR RUSS WITKOWSKI “Excellent” - to throw beyond the usual mark, to surpass, a throwing beyond others, beyond (out of) measure; “Way” -journey, high-way. Definition of Spiritual Excellence: To live the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-12, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Recapturing God's Power Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

Some things about the Day of Pentecost weren’t meant to be duplicated. But what part of this mighty show of God’s power can we recapture today? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

This is one of the most amazing days in the history of man. ****TELL THE STORY, like a narrative!****** There are some things about this day I don’t really care if I ever see duplicated. * the “tongues of fire” * Rushing, mighty wind * languages that were spoken (in America, we don’t have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Holiness

"Emmanuel"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Dec 25, 2005

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others, during this HOLY SEASON AND TIME OF WAR, the importance of calling JESUS to be with us.

25 December 2005 – Christmas Day U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: GOD IS WITH US. REFERENCES: Luke 15:1-7; Matthew 1:18-23; Isaiah 7:14 - KJV ( Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal