Sermons on Cost Of Commitment:

The Revelation Of The Glorified Christ Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 15, 2011

Jesus is with us, so be courageous and be committed.

[If you would like to receive a free weekly sermon by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] “YOU WILL HAVE TROUBLE” Revelation is a book about the future. Many of us have fearful questions about the future. • Will I have enough money to pay the bills? • Will I ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Aug 19, 2020

Obedience is a sign of conversion, commitment and conviction

OBEDIENCE Imagine if you will, that you work for a company whose president found it necessary to travel out of the country and spend an extended period of time abroad. So he says to you and the other trusted employees, “Look, I’m going to leave. And while I’m gone, I want you to pay close ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Sure Defence In The Face Of Adversity.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 4, 2023

Committing our life into the hands of the LORD.

A SURE DEFENCE IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY. Psalm 31:1-5, Psalm 31:15-16. I). Psalm 31:1-5. PSALM 31:1. This Psalm begins with the LORD, the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is a Psalm of trust, a Psalm of faith. We need not wallow in our distress when we have the LORD upon our side. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-5, Psalm 31:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Message Of God's Love Found In Hosea

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jul 9, 2001

Love costs something, sometimes it hurts to love, Jesus taught us that, Hosea discovered it, in this passage.

THE MESSAGE OF GOD’S LOVE FOUND IN HOSEA INTRODUCTION: Hosea was a contemporary of Amos in Israel, and of Isaiah and Micah in Judah. Hosea’s message is that Israel is Jehovah’s adulterous wife, repudiated, but ultimately to be purified and restored. But Hosea learned about God’s love ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pray For The Impossible

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 10, 2010

Continuation shows how Nehemiah rebuilt the walls thanks in part to his prayer of contrition, concern, confession, confidence, and commitment. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Pray for the Impossible, pt. 2 Nehemiah 1:5-11 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PrayImpossible2.html We have begun to talk about one of the shortest men in the Bible. Not Zacchaeus, this is "Knee High Miah!" Shorter than him was Job's friend, Bildah the Shuhite [shoe height!] Anybody know the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

When Jesus Asks

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006

When Jesus asks we must Do what He ask, not just think about it.

When Jesus Asks John 6:5-12 When Jesus asks we must 1. Count the cost. What is the cost in time, money ecct.. But do not forget to count on Jesus to do what He is going to do. 2. Do what we can do. Let Jesus do what He is going to do. 3. Give all we have. And let Jesus use it as He ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truth About Adultery Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

Sexual immorality is rampant in our society and the overwhelming sentiment of our culture seems to be "if it feels good - do it!" God calls us to a higher standard though and Jesus sets us straight on the truth about adultery. Also includes thoughts on

The Truth About Adultery - Matthew 5:27-28 - November 20, 2011 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #13 Well, this morning we are going to continue with our study of the Sermon on the Mount. To this point we have worked through the Beatitudes, one by one, and we’ve ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28

Denomination: *other

4 Words (Sermon 2) Series

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009

If you only had 4 words left to speak in your lifetime, what would they be?

Lessons in Lordship Part 2 4 Words Introduction: Last week we began our study on the Lordship of Christ by seeing that Jesus is God. Today we are going to continue our study by looking at what I believe are some crucial aspects to the understanding of Lordship. Last week as we were concluding our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is A Verb

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 24, 2010

Love is ACTION, not words or feelings.

INTRODUCTION • PC VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • Love is a verb. • What is a verb? Here is what the dictionary tells us concerning the word. • Verb-a word used to show that an action is taking place or to indicate the existence of a state or condition • Words, we say a lot ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let My People Go

Contributed by Brett Crosson on Jun 10, 2019

A lack of commitment to God and His kingdom may be an indicator that we are still somewhat bound in certain areas of our lives. Christ wants us to be set free so that we can serve the purposes of God.

Exodus 6:6 NIV 6 “Therefore, say to the Israelites: ‘I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the yoke (burdens) of the Egyptians. I will free you from being slaves (bondage) to them, and I will redeem you with an outstretched arm... Prayer A little background to put that verse in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:6, John 10:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Time In The Trenches Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2009

What does it mean for us to "take up your cross" and deny ourselves. I signed up for the benefits! I didn’t sign up to die.

OPEN: I recently read the true story about a preacher who was standing at the door shaking hands as the congregation departed. He grabbed one man by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher said to him, "You need to join the Army of the Lord!" The man replied, "I’m already in the Army of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not A Fan: Are You A Fan Or A Follower? Series

Contributed by Kyle Idleman on Sep 24, 2010

Kyle Idleman of Southeast Christian Church asks the hard questions about our level of commitment to Jesus and the faith.

D –T –R. Some of you will recognize what these letters stand for. How many of you know what the letters DTR stand for? For a young man in a relationship, these letters strike fear in their hearts. They dread the DTR talk. It makes single men so uncomfortable they will only use the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, Luke 10:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Of Man Will Stop You From Living A Surrendered Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 15, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Do you fear man enough to be useless before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fear of man will push you to do ridiculous things like hide your talent/gift/callings that will make you wicked and

I. EXORDIUM: Do you fear man enough to be useless before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that fear of man will push you to do ridiculous things like hide your talent/gift/callings that will make you wicked and lazy servant of GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Kings 18:14 (New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church's Response To Ungodliness Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jul 10, 2008

An examination of what the Bible says should be the response of the Church to sinful acts and sinful people.

Title: The Church’s Response To Ungodliness Series: Living Godly Lives (Sermon # 5) Text: 1 Cor 16:13; Eph 4:15 Date Preached: July 13, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. I doubt that anyone here this morning will be surprised that I would say that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Guess Who's Coming To Dinner Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 19, 2008

Looking around the table at the Lord’s Supper.

Intro>In 1967 a groundbreaking movie directed by Stanley Kramer starred Spencer Tracy in his last film ever (he died 17 days after filming it), Katherine Hepburn, who won the best actress Oscar for her performance, and Sidney Poitier. The plot revolves around a wealthy white daughter who has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-35

Denomination: Baptist