Sermons on Covenant Of Abraham:

It Adds Up Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 23, 2017

One of the problems in too many churches is the issue of "Whose church is this?" The answer to that question is summed up in this simple phrase: "The Lord Adds to His Church." What can that mean to us and how can it change how the church functions?

OPEN: How many people were baptized into Christ at Pentecost? (about 3000 souls) That story in Acts has inspired many churches, evangelists, missionaries and 1000s of others to attempt to reach as many as they can to bring more and more people to Christ. One such church was one from New Jersey ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12-13, Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love: Tender Or Tough

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Apr 26, 2015

Christians need to learn the value of tough love in both giving and receiving it.

Who said the following harsh words? “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites!” “You blind guides! You strain out a gnat but swallow a camel!” “You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

Remember Who Has Done All This!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 4, 2015

That troubles me, for there may be some great challenges coming our way. Let me show you what I mean by telling you about King Asa.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. I think I can say without fear of contradiction that these are good days in the life of our congregation. We have had a spurt of growth with new families attending. There are also more children here, & there has been a marked growth in our ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Infinitely Pure Righteous God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015

Eighth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on the fact that God is absolutely righteous.

Knowing God Series #8 “Our Infinitely Pure Righteous God” Introduction Hosea the prophet called the people of God to return to Him from a state of distraction. He promised healing and restoration if they would press on to know the Lord. That is just what we have been trying to do this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:15-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Restoration Of Prodigal Son

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 21, 2015

To enumerate the four things GOD restored to us in the reconciliation namely, (a) honor, (b) power, (c) authority and (d) reputation.

I. EXORDIUM: Are we reconciled and restored? Yes. Restored to perfection. Reconciled to GOD. Romans 5:11 Not only so, but we also rejoice and exultingly glory in God [in His love and perfection] through our Lord Jesus Christ, through Whom we have now received and enjoy [our] reconciliation. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reshape

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 10, 2015

Understanding our Calling

reshape] Do you get excited about Jesus? What I mean is this, are you crazy exited about Jesus? John the Baptist was overwhelmed at the mere presence of Jesus that he leaped for joy, while still in his mothers womb! That is a picture of excitement! Being close to the presence of Jesus caused John ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running From God Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 2, 2016

3 reasons why trying to run from God is a bad idea

JONAH - RUNNING FROM GOD A drunk husband came home late and snuck up the stairs quietly. He looked in the bathroom mirror and bandaged the bumps and bruises he’d received in a fight earlier that night. He then proceeded to climb into bed, smiling at the thought that he’d pulled one ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Returning To God Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 2, 2016

Three steps back to God after you have blown it.

RETURNING TO GOD DL Moody once told this story - In the Highlands of Scotland, a sheep would often wander off into the rocks and get into places that they couldn't get out of. The grass on these mountains is very sweet and the sheep like it, and they will jump down ten or twelve feet, and then ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 13, 2016

A description of the crucifixion and our response

I. Introduction A. I borrowed part of this message from another pastor on Sermon Central 1. But, I erased his name from the text 2. And now, I can’t find it 3. My most sincere apology kind sir 4. Please forgive my sloppy ways C. In 1173 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Message To Pergamum Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 14, 2016

The analysis of Christ's message to Pergamum as set forth in Revelation 2:12-17 teaches us that a church may be orthodox but tolerant.

Scripture We are currently in a series of messages titled, “Christ’s Message to the Seven Churches,” that is based on the first three chapters of the Book of Revelation. In Revelation 1 the resurrected and glorified Christ revealed himself to his Apostle John, and told him to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beginning The Walk With Jesus Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 2, 2015

Jesus began his public ministry with an invitation to rethink the ways we think and act... to reverse course, leaving behind old misguided, selfish and sinful ways, then moving in a new direction of faith and Kingdom living.

Series: 40 Days with Jesus Title: Beginning the Walk with Jesus Text: Mark 1:9-15 Thesis: Jesus began his public ministry with an invitation to rethink the ways we think and act… to reverse course, leaving behind old misguided and sinful ways and moving in a new direction of faith and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Visionary Or Stationary

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Mar 4, 2015

Are you a visionary person or stationary person?

VISIONARY OR STATIONARY In 1820 a young girl was born who went blind at only six weeks of age when an unlicensed doctor treated her mild eye infection with a hot mustard home remedy permanently scarred her eyes. As she grew she was determined not to be become bitter because of her condition and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

I Will Be Self-Disciplined Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 16, 2015

A sermon to encourage the development of self-control.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 9 - I Will Be Self-disciplined Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 9 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Dwell In Jesus The Vine

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2015

To show that only dwelling in JESUS can make your fruit last and you will bear much fruit.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you dwell in JESUS? Yes, specially when I'm alone, I pray in tongues. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only dwelling in JESUS can make your fruit last and you will bear much fruit. IV. TEXT: John 15:4-5 (Amplified Bible) 15:4 Dwell in Me, and I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Longings For Your Life #2: Relationship Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 23, 2015

God wants to have a relationship with us, and we know this: 1. By the Lord's witness to us (vs. 15). 2. By the Lord's work in our lives (vs. 16). 3. By the Lord's willingness for forget our sins (vs. 17).

God's Longings for Your Life #2: Relationship Hebrews 10:15-17, John 14:16-23, John 16:5-11, Romans 3:19-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 7, 2014 BACKGROUND: *We are taking a look at some of God's greatest desires for our lives, and last Sunday we started with God's ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:15-17

Denomination: Baptist