Sermons on Costly Pearl:

Christ's Final Week: Preparing To Die

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 19, 2006

Mary’s anointing the feet of Christ was a true act of worship that was sacrificial, selfless, and significant.

Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. CHRIST’S FINAL WEEK: PREPARING TO DIE JOHN 12:1-12 Introduction: In Matthew 20:17 – 19 … Jesus, going up to Jerusalem, took the twelve ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Eat, Drink, And Enjoy Eternity

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 13(B) - By God’s Word believers are able to eat and drink and enjoy eternity. Christ is our food and drink and eternal salvation.

EAT, DRINK, AND ENJOY ETERNITY (Outline) August 10, 2008 -- PENTECOST 13 -- John 6:51-58 INTRO: Over and over and over again during his earthly ministry Jesus emphasized that man’s life does not consist in the abundance of things. The fact is Jesus often pointed out the very opposite. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Lutheran

Heart Bypass (1986)

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 16, 2010

We are divided over whether to invest more in charity or more in the church program. A key element must be the compassion that gives from the core of our beings.

It seems as though just about once a week someone will phone from one of the charity agencies -- the Purple Heart, the Good Will, the Disabled Veterans -- and I always know when they are calling, because they will ask for Mrs. Smith. Nobody asks for Mrs. Smith when they could ask for Margaret ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another

Contributed by Peter Scott on Nov 23, 2013

A charge to a church awaiting the arrival of a new minister.

Love One another John 15.9-17 Introduction Jesus said: ‘This is my command: love each other’ (15.17) Well, the day has finally arrived. At some time around 6pm this evening, God willing, Steve Kelly will accept the responsibility for the ‘cure of souls’ (to use the archaic ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Anglican

Getting Past The Offense Of The Gospel

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 24, 2011

In God's kindness, we see the light that exposes our sin not as some glaring, off-putting intrusion but as the grace and mercy that it is.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas June 26, 2011 GETTING PAST THE OFFENSE OF THE GOSPEL Matthew 10:40-42 (NIV) 40 “He who receives you receives me, and he who receives me receives the one who sent me. 41 Anyone who receives a prophet because he is a prophet will receive a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Spiritual "Bail Out Plan"

Contributed by Kenneth Tankersley on Feb 20, 2009

WE HAVE HEARD MUCH ABOUT GOVERNMENT BAIL OUT PLANS, BUT GOD HAS HAD A SPIRITUAL BAIL OUT PLAN SINCE THE FALL OF MAN,THAT IS 100% EFFECTIVE AND FAIL PROOF.

GOD’S SPIRITUAL “BAIL OUT PLAN” 2/22/09 2 Chron 7:14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Is My Chances Of Inheriting Eternal Life

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 15, 2014

Jesus said we must work the works of God to be saved – what is it exaclty and why am I here?

Do you know that you have a chance to inherit eternal life? Yes you, you actually stand a good chance – Check it out! By grace and through faith the eternal self-existent creator God who loved us more than life itself became a servant to die for our sins. What is Grace? (Grace is unmediated ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Understanding Grace

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Aug 17, 2015

Why Grace contains everything we need to grow and bear fruit

Title: Understanding Grace 1.Statistics of what God is doing around the world A. Every day the average number added to the body of Christ worldwide averages 174,000. B. 3,500 new churches are opening every week worldwide. C. Every month another 15,000 in India are baptized as new believers ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be An Andrew! Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Mar 13, 2023

Based on John 1:40-42 - Challenges hearers to "be an Andrew" & bring people to Jesus.

“BE AN ANDREW!” John 1:40-42 FBCF – 3/12/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – Lots of interesting names of people in the Bible – Dodo (2 Sam. 23:24), Ichabod (1 Sam. 4:21) , Uz & his brother Buz (Gen. 22:21), Gomer (Hos. 1:3), Mash & Mushi (Gen. 10:23; Ex. 6:19). One man fathered 7 kids & named ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Atonement Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Feb 21, 2023

The word "atonement" is missing from the New Testament in many translations. The NIV does use it three times, two of which refer to the sacrifice of Christ.

ATONEMENT There is power in words for both good and evil. Solomon tells us: “There is one whose rash words are like sword thrusts, but the tongue of the wise brings healing” (Prov 12:18). Jesus warned: “I tell you, on the day of judgment people will give account for every careless word they ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“an Anointing, Another Plot, And A Parade” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 8, 2016

With Jesus' death only days away, Mary gives an extravagant gift in gratitude and thanksgiving while the leaders continue to plot Jesus' death and the Passover crowds throw a parade in Jesus' honor.

1 24 2016 “An Anointing, Another Plot, and a Parade” John 12: 1-19 In our last study we saw the Plot of the Pompous High Priest Caiaphas as well as his unknowing but true prophecy in John 11:49-50: "You know nothing at all, nor do you consider that it is expedient for us that one man ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas And The Cross

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 8, 2021

It is possible to look forward to a merry Christmas in full awareness that we live in a world of misery. Just as there is nothing inconsistent with taking medicine to feel better in a world of sickness, so there is nothing inconsistent with a merry spirit in a world of misery.

Dr. Samuel Upham, a theological professor and a man of great learning, was dying. The family was gathered around his bed and someone said I believe he is already dead. Someone else said his feet are still warm and nobody ever dies with warm feet. Dr. Upham opened one eye and said, "Joan of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Use The Best To Stand The Test

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 23, 2019

Every Christian will have his or her deeds tested by fire. If anyone is not ready, there is still time to make corrections. But this life is all we have, so please, live it wisely!

Use the best to stand the test Some time ago, I saw a question which read, “What on earth are you doing for Heaven’s sake?” That question could be taken any number of ways. I definitely wish more preachers had used this text so as to remind us that our deeds are important, and that this life is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Bitterness

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 20, 2020

"Bitterness is like drinking rat poison and waiting for the rat to die."(John Ortberg Jr.).It contributes to physical sickness and doesn't allow us to experience the peace God wants for us. Live at peace with everyone. (Romans 12:18).

BITTERNESS "Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you”. (Ephesians 4:31-32) Bitterness is defined as anger and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is A Cost For The Oil

Contributed by Pastor E Cavenaugh on Feb 9, 2018

Life's difficult experiences help us to value the investment given to us by Christ. He has anointed us and it is all for His glory. You may not know my story but may you always see His glory.

Disclaimer: Due to a large number of sermons and topics that appear on this site, I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many sources ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:37-38

Denomination: Pentecostal