Sermons on costly pearl: showing 796-810 of 7,169

What Sort Of Home Will Heaven Be? John 14:1-6 Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 24, 2008

Heaven is a real and tangible place. Most people have the idea that we float around in heaven with harps. Nothing could be further from the truth.

NAS John 14:1 "Let not your heart be troubled; believe in God, believe also in Me. 2 "In My Father’s house are many dwelling places; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you. 3 "And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

3 Christmas Gifts

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 12, 2008

WHAT CHRISTMAS GIVES US

3 Christmas Gifts Matt 2:1-23 1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. 3 When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On Continual Growth And Progress

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 30, 2022

Continual Growth is defined as a constant progression of something such as an industry, organization, or an idea, its development in size, and the resulting improvement or importance.

Benjamin Franklin, an American polymath, writer and statesman once remarked: “Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.” Romans 5:2-6 confirms: “Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18, 1 Timothy 4:15, Hebrews 6:1, Job 8:7

This Means War

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2002

We are in a war, we have an enemy who is taking from us things that should be ours. It’s time to declare war on him!

“This Means War!” SHOW DVD CLIP FROM THE MOVIE, PEARL HARBOR…OF INITIAL BOMBING We Are In A War In 1941 – the world was at war. And America had an enemy, though she tried her best not to believe or think about it. BUT – regardless of what they thought or believed - the empire of Japan ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Hast Thou Forsaken Me?

Contributed by David Swensen on Apr 2, 2002

The just penalty of our sin is death and separation from God.Our sin demands that we be forsaken by God. Christ,took our place; When we, by faith, repent of our sin and receive the gift of salvation, Christ’s death is appropriated to cover our sin

INTRODUCTION At the age of 41,Elizabeth Barrett became the wife of Robert Browning, the famous English poet. Her father, a widower, disowned her.He objected to the marriage and disowned her simply because he didn’t want any of his children to leave home and break up the family! Elizabeth’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-50

Denomination: Baptist

The Mysteries Of The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 8, 2020

Can we truly understand the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven? If we can, how do we do so?

1. If we are going to live for God’s Kingdom, it is essential that we learn a new way of thinking. 13:11. 2. Truths regarding God’s Kingdom will only be learned by people who have a desire to know them. 10-11. 3. The more you are willing to learn the truths of God’s Kingdom, the more God will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Pursuit Of Excellence

Contributed by Mike Spain on Apr 2, 2002

Here is a motivational message that will drive home the point that pursuing excellence is not always fun, and may not bring instant results. However, the end result (if found in Christ) is worth more than gold.

The proof of your DESIRE is in your PURSUIT! Daniel 1:8-17 Daniel 3:13-18 Four theorems from the text 1. The pursuit of excellence will most always seem foreign to those on the OUTSIDE looking IN! (See Dan. 1:10 and 3:14) In 1:10 - The official didn’t understand why Daniel would not eat the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-20, Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware Of Unbelief! Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Mar 10, 2003

This sermon deals with the dangers of unbelief. It is a part of my series on the book of Hebrews.

TEXT: Hebrews 3:7-19 (KJV) ETS: Paul warns the Hebrew believers of the dangers of unbelief. ESS: Failure to believe God can be costly. OSS: Believers will choose to trust God in all things. PQ: What harm is there in lacking faith? UW: Points TOPIC: “Beware of Unbelief!” INTRODUCTION: I. A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience As A Lifestyle

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Nov 11, 2002

Obey God to the point of risk.

Obey God to the point of risk. GE 6:5-13 The LORD was grieved - his heart was filled with pain. 8 But Noah found favor in the eyes of the LORD. 9 he walked with God. God Warns those who listen to Him Is it moral for God to destroy? Redemption is His first choice, but what happens ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

For The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

Was Mary’s annointing of Jesus an extravagant gift or a waste of money?

For Love Of Jesus – John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: As I worked on this sermon, I heard in my head a song from a famous Broadway musical, “What I Did For Love” from The Chorus Line. These are the words sung by Diana and the Chorus: “Kiss today goodbye, the sweetness and the sorrow. Wish me luck, the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Love's Great Offering

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message covers the concept of displaying an unconditional measure of love for God and His cause

I. "THEN TOOK MARY A POUND OF OINTMENT OF SPIKENARD, VERY COSTLY, AND ANOINTED THE FEET OF JESUS AND WIPED HIS FEET WITH HER HAIR" A. The setting of our text: 1. Jesus had arrived at Bethany six days before the Passover - that is on a Friday 2. The day after was the Sabbath and "they made Him a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Acts 7:58-60, Acts 12:1-2, Romans 8:31-33, Romans 9:3, Acts 21:13, Acts 20:35, Galatians 2:20, 1 John 4:8, Mark 12:41-44, John 12:3, Romans 5:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Touching Him!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 19, 2011

With her hands she was touching Him The Alpha, the Omega, the Beginning and the End And with her hands oh she was holding onto His And the source of life was right there in her hands

Matthew 26:6-13-And when Jesus was in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, a woman came to Him having an alabaster flask of very costly fragrant oil, and she poured it on His head as He sat at the table. But when His disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste? For this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3

Denomination: Baptist

Lay It Aside

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 28, 2002

Sermon for Ladies’ Ministry Seminar

Ladies, we have heard the Word this weekend. We have also from heard ladies for whom God has done great and mighty things. The Lord has truly spoken to our hearts. At this time I would like to give you some final words of admonition and encouragement. Let us stand for the reading of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Church Of God

Do You Have Staying Power?

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Mar 2, 2022

This is a message on patience. James provides some valuable insight into why believers sometimes fail at being patient, and he explains how to stay the course even when difficult life circumstances seem to go by at a snail’s pace.

If we are willing to be patient until the grace of God is made manifest, whether it takes nine years or ninety, it will be worth the wait. - Rebecca Pippert(1) This morning’s message will addresses the need to develop our staying power. As you might have guessed, this is a sermon on patience. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven

Contributed by Jeremy Morford on Jul 27, 2006

A message I preached after one of our saints died.

Heaven Rev. 21:1-27 Intro: Songs about Heaven, thinking about it with the passing of the saint of our church. . . I. Heaven is Wonderful A. The City 1. Streets of Gold like transparent glass 2. The city is made of Gold like glass 3. 12 foundations each made of a different precious stone 4. 12 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-27

Denomination: Holiness