Sermons on Dedication Perseverance:

The Greatest Of All - Agape Love

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 30, 2019

This sermon is based on 1 Corinthians 13:1-13. It speaks of the supremacy of agape love. It shares what agape love is and what agape love is not.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1 - 13; Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; 1 John 4:7 Theme: Love - Agape Love Title: The Greatest of All - AGAPE LOVE INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about love - "agape" love in particular. There ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Nazarene

Footwear Of Peace: Forgive And Cut Them Out Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 1, 2023

Falling into this scheme of Satan means our feet are taken out from beneath us because we are settling for false peace… lack of conflict… rather than Godly peace which is right relationship.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Footwear of Peace: Forgive and Cut Them Out Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… A Most Dangerous Pastime (p) Sprained ankles and wrists. Skinned knees and elbows. There is also the possibility of breaking wrists or ankles along with an arm or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Nathanael - Come And See Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 11, 2025

Today I want to look at the call of Nathanael to follow Jesus in a little more detail. There are spiritual lessons to be learned here: Reference is from John 1:43-51:

The Disciples of Jesus Sermon: Nathanael – Come and See! Philip (John 1:43-51) from Bethsaida, introduced Nathanael to Jesus! Scripture Text: John 1:43-51 Jesus Calls Philip and Nathanael 43 The next day Jesus decided to leave for Galilee. Finding Philip, he said to him, “Follow me.” 44 Philip, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fellowship

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 22, 2001

What is Christian fellowship? why is it important? How do we do it?

I’ve never run a marathon, which probably doesn’t surprise most of you. Nor have I ever competed in a triathlon (although I do own an Ironman Triathlon wristwatch, which is almost the same thing). But what you may not know is that in high school, I was a runner. I lettered in cross-country, and my ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

How's Your Heart For God's Gardening Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Jun 12, 2007

Christ talks about 4 different soils, each representing a heart and how receptive it is to God’s Word. How receptive are you to God’s Word?

Here is one for the teachers in the crowd today! It was at the end of the school year, and a kindergarten teacher was receiving gifts from her pupils. The florists son handed her a gift. She shook it, held it overhead, and said, "I bet I know what it is. Some flowers." "That’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Imitation Of Apostles-2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 27, 2010

Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of godly people is pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment. How? Pivotal to our overcoming a hostile environment is Adherence to Authority’s..

OVERCOMING a HOSTILE ENVIRONMENT-II—2Timothy 3:10-17 A—IMITATION of APOSTLES(3:10-14) B—KNOWLEDGE of SCRIPTURES(3:15-17) A—IMITATION of APOSTLES-II-(3:10-14) Timothy’s imitation of Paul was pivotal/formative to his overcoming a hostile environment. Imitation of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Ba Christian Vs Cultural Christian

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 8, 2012

Cultural Christianity means to pursue the God we want instead of the God who is. It is the tendency to be shallow in our understanding of God, wanting Him to be more of a gentle grandfather type who pampers us and lets us have our own way. It is sensing a

Opening illustration: Throughout our life, Maureena and I have been exposed to a number of cultures but we have yielded to none, not even the one that we were born in. The weaning process takes a longer time for some than others. The impact that the culture has in the church in America is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ten Commandments – Two Sides Of Honor Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – Two Sides of Honor

• Exodus 20:3-17 (NIV) [3] You shall have no other gods before me. [4] You shall not make for yourself an idol. . . [7] You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. . . [8] Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. . . [12] Honor your father and your mother. . . [13] You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

All Or Nothing At All

Contributed by Kevin Williams on Sep 7, 2008

God will not accept partial service. He wants your all or nothing at all.

I have spent a good portion of my adult working life, working in retail. And with each job they trained the managers on how to spot counterfeit money. To the untrained eye the counterfeit money looks exactly like the real money. They are the same length, they feel the same, the information on ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Laying Down Our Lives Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 23, 2020

We must have sacrificial and unconditional love for all people because Jesus showed us this way to love others.

IT WAS NOVEMBER 19, 1863, WHEN PRESIDENT ABRAHAM LINCOLN SPOKE IN GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA, SAYING “...WE HAVE COME TO DEDICATE A PORTION OF THAT FIELD, AS A FINAL RESTING PLACE FOR THOSE WHO HERE GAVE THEIR LIVES THAT THAT NATION MIGHT LIVE. IT IS ALTOGETHER FITTING AND PROPER THAT WE SHOULD DO ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-13, 1 John 3:16, Romans 5:7-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

It Only Takes A Little

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 17, 2023

When it comes to the Christian life, it doesn't take much. God can make a little go a long way.

I think it’s happened to all of us; we lay down intending to take a short nap, but we end up sleeping for hours. It only takes a little slumber for it to turn into a long sleep. 1. IT ONLY TAKES A LITTLE SIN (I Corinthians 5:1-6) Illustration: a student at a college who was allergic to peanut oil ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:30-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Place To Dwell Forever Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 12, 2025

Jesus was born to be called "Immanuel" - to be "God with us". What was it about the Temple that made it a symbol of how Christ intended to be "with us" as Christians?

There was a priest who served in large city, and one cold day in December he discovered that the baby Jesus - that had been his church’s manger had been stolen. He reported it to the police and he explained to them “We’ve just got to find that baby. He’s the only Jesus these people have ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:9-13, Matthew 1:23, 2 Chronicles 7:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother's Day PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores Hannah's story as a testament to God's faithfulness, demonstrating the power of faith, hope, and honor in trusting God amidst life's trials.

Good morning! It is with great joy and gratitude that we gather here today, united by our shared love for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we come together, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who once said, “I have a great need for Christ: I have a great Christ for my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27

Topics: Hannah's Dilemma

God's Call Promotes The Gospel

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

-- 7 Essentials of God's Call for the Apostle Paul and for Your Life 1.

-- 7 Essentials of God's Call for the Apostle Paul and for Your Life 1. Owned by the Master -- General -- "a bond-servant of Christ Jesus" security that comes from knowing we belong to Christ; leads to dedicated service 2. Plugged into Gifted Ministry -- Specific -- "called as an apostle" 3. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Ways To Worship

Contributed by Anthony Craver on May 18, 2006

We learn that we can worship our God in a variety of ways!

Three Ways to Worship! Nehemiah 11 and 12 I. Introduction After the wall was done and the commitments had been made, they had a dedication service for the walls of the city. It’s important to remember that everything you build for God still belongs to God, and is to be used for His service! I ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal