Sermons on Dedication To The Gospel:

The Fifth Commandment

Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 9, 2012

This is part two on the commandment to: Honor Your Father and Mother.

The Fifth Commandment: Honor your father and your mother. Last week we did a survey of scriptures in the Old and New Testaments where we saw how serious this commandment is. Immediately after the first four commandments pointing us to God and how to properly honor God and treat His name and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#11 The Holy Spirit Helps Us To Consecrate Ourselves Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 11, 2015

To fully consecrate one's selve to God is not an easy matter. We struggle with our double-mindedness because the selfesh/sinful nature causes us to be double-minded. It is only with the help of the Holy Spirit that a believer can come to surrender fully

Introduction: Scriptures: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 2:16 I. The Meaning of Consecration to God A. Dictionary definition of consecration 1. To make or declare sacred, dedicated to the service of a deity 2. To devote or dedicate to some cause or purpose Example: Athletes to a sport, a student ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Commitment: A Disappearing Animal

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Apr 12, 2015

The thing about church is quite often people do not sacrifice much at all for it and then they get frustrated thinking it is the pastor or somebody’s fault when something is lacking or the problems appear but the reality they may be the problem!

Commitment: A Disappearing Animal Kelly Durant 2 Samuel 24:24 And the king said unto Araunah, Nay; but I will surely buy it of thee at a price: neither will I offer burnt offerings unto the Lord my God of that which doth cost me nothing. So David bought ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:24

Denomination: Salvation Army

That I May Win Christ

Contributed by Rickey Bradford on Jun 7, 2011

This message centers on the one driving force behind the Apostle Paul's ministry and work--to know Christ

That I May Win Christ Philippians 3: 7-8 Introduction • This morning we take a look into the mind and the motivation of the Apostle Paul. • His life’s goal and calling can be summed up in Phil. 3 What Things Were Gain— • Things—Hostis (Hahs—tis) In Greek ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

7 Blessings That The Lord Gives To The Children

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 10, 2014

1.PHYSICAL GROWTH 2.SPIRITUAL STRENGTH 3.WISDOM 4.THE GRACE OF GOD 5 THE FAVOUR OF MEN 6.THE HAND OF THE LORD 7.THE HOLY SPIRIT

7 BLESSINGS THAT THE LORD GIVES TO THE CHILDREN 1.PHYSICAL GROWTH The Lord blesses the children with good physical growth as well as good health and strength. The Lord wants the children to have good food and exercise and grow strong physically. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 2:40,52 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giving Your Child To God!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 30, 2014

You can't out give God no matter what it is!

1 Samuel 1:20-So it came to pass in the process of time that Hannah conceived and bore a son, and called his name Samuel, saying, “Because I have asked for him from the Lord.” You need to lean over to your spouse tonight and whisper in their ear, “You’re my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

Anointed, Yet Alone

Contributed by Noah Martinez on Aug 21, 2012

So many want the power and anointing of the Lord. It comes with a high cost that many aren't willing to pay. A huge observation this preacher has made about all the anointed men of God in the Bible: they had to have the ability to serve God with all their

Anointed and Alone 1 Samuel 21:1-13/ Psalms 56:1-13 The Bible never flatters its heroes. Here is David, anointed to be king; destined to rule over great lands and wealth, but living in caves on the run begging for food and fearing for his life. Anointed! But alone. Ever wonder why the promises of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

Turning Religious Reluctance-9

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 2, 2018

9 of ? Jesus bore witness of His Messianic identity to a reluctant but religious woman. God’s people bear witness of Jesus’ identity to reluctant religious people. What does it take to turn that religious reluctancy around? Turning religious reluctance to God requires...

TURNING RELIGIOUS RELUCTANCE-IX—John 4:1-26+(:1-42) Turning the Religious Lost Attention: Picture A Train. The train is dedicated/committed to a specific set of tracks. However, that specific set of tracks leads to an abandoned attempt at bridging a deep canyon in order to make a shorter way to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

Hannah's Story Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 18, 2017

Extraordinary woman of faith exert more influence on their children than any other person or organization associated with their children’s upbringing. Believe it or not this includes media, culture, peers and school influence. We need learn to be like Han

Happy Mother's Day! Happy Mother’s Day to every mom, grandma, great grandma – We honor all you woman of faith whether, you are spiritual mom, a step mom, or a foster mom! We celebrate all of you and want to honor how you make a difference in the lives of others. It has been stated that moms have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Wants Your Body Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message 28 in our exposition of Romans focusing on the response to salvation outlined in chapter 12.

Chico Alliance Church February 3, 2002 Pastor David Welch “God Wants Your Body and Soul” Review I. Receive the gift of righteousness • Everyone desperately needs the righteousness of God because everyone has utterly failed to conform to God’s standard of righteousness. (1-3) • The ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Giving Your Children Back To God

Contributed by Jacob Brimm on Apr 20, 2021

Baby/Child Dedication A parent's decision to raise their child in church, according to the Word of God is a blessing, and a major commitment.

GIVING YOUR CHILDREN BACK TO GOD (Baby Dedication) Question: • Have you ever given your children back to God? o (Some of you are thinking, “I’d like to give them back—but I didn’t think God would take them back. o I thought He had a ‘no return’ policy on kids! o Besides, I lost the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:27-28, Luke 2:22, Genesis 22:1-13, Matthew 10:37-38, Ephesians 6:4, Joshua 24:14-15, Genesis 22:15-18, Proverbs 22:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking Not Ease Nor Applause Of Men

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 12, 2020

Are you looking to minister or be ministered to as a celebrity? Would you speak to twenty as well as two thousand?

Galatians 1:17-24 Proposition: You must submit to the Lord’s leadership! I. By seeking Him personally! 17-19 A. By being alone with Him! 17 B. By being dependent on Him! 18-19 II. By serving Him honestly! 20 A. Declare what you know! 20a B. Do not stretch the truth! ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:17-24, Amos 7:14-17, Exodus 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Hannah's Promise (1 Samuel 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 27, 2025

What promise did Hannah make? Are we dedicated to God? Let's look in 1 Samuel 1.

How was Samuel dedicated to God? Are we dedicated to God or to self? Let’s begin in 1 Samuel 1. How many wives did Elkanah have and what were their names? Now there was a certain man from Ramathaim, a Zuphite from the highlands of Ephraim, whose name was Elkanah. He was from the tribe of Ephraim, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross: Foolishness, Fantasy Or Freedom? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 10, 2014

The message of the Gospel and how God chose to bring about redemption is one that many question, doubt and mock b/c they believe it to be senseless, but those of us in Christ understand it fully and we are called to live it out and proclaim that message!

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 7, 2014 Date Preached: February 9, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Foolishness, Fantasy or Freedom? Sermon Text: 1 Cor 1:18-25 [ESV] – Read v22-25 here 22For Jews demand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Lord Jesus, Receive My Spirit

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 11, 2013

“And as they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit’” Acts 7:59.

Lord Jesus, receive my spirit Text: Is. 9:2-7; Titus 2:11-14; Acts 7:54-60 Today is Saint Stephens’s Day when we remember the first martyr of the Christian Church. His death in the service of Christ, taking place a day after Christmas, reminds us of the cost involved in discipleship. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:54-60

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed