Sermons on Definite:

Heaven’s Definition Of Greatness

Contributed by Craig Condon on Oct 17, 2015

Sometimes we have the idea that if we follow Jesus we are guaranteed to receive a reward. When that happens we forget that Jesus’ ministry was one of serving others. He gave himself for the sake of others, including suffering for their salvation.

In Mark 10:35-45, Jesus once again told his disciples everything that would happen to him in Jerusalem-his trial, death, resurrection and ascension. James and John seized this opportunity to ask for the highest positions of honour in his kingdom-at the right and left hands of Jesus. They forgot ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Anglican

Caught Up But When? Definitions And History Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 19, 2015

What is the rapture? What has the church always believed about it?

1. THE BASICS Let’s define what we are going to be discussing. 1. Rapture. What do we mean, first of all, by the term “rapture” ? In my opinion, the term itself, not found in the Bible, is part of the problem we are having to confront. By giving a new label to this portion of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Worship? Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is a basic definition of worship.

Worship is a broad term. Some have said that it defies explanation. Merriam-Webster defines worship as, “to honor or reverence as a divine being or supernatural power” or “to regard with great or extravagant respect, honor, or devotion” following up with “to perform or take part in worship or an ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Da Vinci Code- Definitive Or Deceptive Document?

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 30, 2005

A look at a few of the issues behind Dan Brown’s book.

The Da Vinci Code- definitive or deceptive document? Sun 28th Aug 2005 wbc .1 Tim 1:3-7 & Col 2:6-10 from GNB Readers please note: tapes of this are available from Carolyn Breakwell. The tape will make more sense to you than my script. Why covering this? - a tremendously successful book - 25 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Addicted Themselves To The Ministry

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

Imagine for a moment if all who were in a Bible believing church would become addicted to the ministry, what would happen.

Text Verse: 1 Cor 16:15 (1 Corinthians 16:15) "I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)" Introduction: Notice the words used in this verse. This family had addicted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:15

Denomination: Baptist

"Praise That Is Pleasing"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Aug 28, 2002

An expository message admonishing believers to a life of praise and good works.

“Praise That is Pleasing” Hebrews 13:15-16 August 25, 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The Text: Hebrews 13:15-16 The Text Summary: The author of Hebrews admonishes believers to a lifestyle of offering praise to God; the praise ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Sanctity And Service

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 29, 2002

Worship ... involves the body, the mind and the will.

SANCTITY AND SERVICE Text: Romans 12:1-2 "When the Titanic went down, a worthy woman took into the lifeboat, not her diamonds, but a bag of oranges. It will be very important, where we are going that we value the right things. Worship often makes us examine our luggage." (Leslie D. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

A Better Way To Worship

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 31, 2002

What are some ways we try to make worship better? The answer is closer than you think! (15th Sunday after Pentecost)

A BETTER WAY TO WORSHIP (Romans 12:1-8) Introduction: We have been discussing, as we work our way through Romans, how in the past the people of God had consisted of only one nation: the nation of Israel. Now, because Jesus’ life-saving work of redemption applies to all people, God’s promised ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Celebrate Good Times

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 2, 2002

Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration!

I. The Prodigal’s Party A. Text: Luke 15:10-32 B. Clearly, there are times in life that call for a celebration! C. In this particular parable, we are going to consider that it was the Father’s idea to celebrate! D. Verse 10 actually goes with the previous parable Jesus told. However, I read it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:10-32

Moving To New Levels Of Worship

Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Oct 16, 2002

This is a message to motivate the Body of Christ to move to new levels of worship.

If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Moving to New Levels of Worship Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expensive Worship

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

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Expensive worship, Mark 14:3-6 August 25, 2002 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ Flip Wilson was a popular comedian several years ago, and one of his characters was a Preacher at the “What’s Happening Now Church.” Flip did a Skit where he told about this preacher. He’d shout ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worthy Of Glory

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 26, 2002

Jesus Christ is worthy of glory!

WORTHY OF GLORY John 3:22-36 Introduction: This is the subject I want to speak to you about today. Jesus Christ is worthy of glory! Turn your Bibles to John 4:22-36, and while you’re turning there I want to share with you a story about a very interesting well-educated Greek philosopher whose ...read more

Scripture: John 3:24-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Searching For True Freedom

Contributed by Steve Steve on Jul 6, 2002

Paul’s message to the church to not be stuck in the slavery of human tradition’s. Really impacted me as to how I personally worship God.

Colossians 2: 6-8 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him...” How? How are we as Christians supposed to continue to live in him? Let’s read on and see. In verse seven we read this... 1. rooted and built up in him.--See tree root systems-- We in our lives ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 29:13, Colossians 2:6-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Worship Of The Covenant People: True Zion Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Jul 8, 2002

For worship to be fully biblical and experientially meaningful, we must recapture the awe of coming to true Zion. Having the fulness of new covenant revelation, in the Final Word (Heb 1:2), we do not look to a distinct place for worship (John 4:21-23), ra

OUTLINE: - The Awful Unseen Reality of Zion - Zion as the Place of Worship - Zion ON the Lord’s Day > How Then Should We Now Worship? Thus far we have addressed in this series, The Covenant Lord - His Praise The Covenant People: Becoming Like Minded The Covenant People: They are Not the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:22-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Do We Worship?

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jul 10, 2002

There may be different styles of music, but according to God there is only one style of worship.Taken from an essay written for Kentucky Christian College on Isa.5-7:25.

Worship Sermon July 21 2002 Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 Isaiah 6: 1-9, John 4:1-21, Genesis 22:5, Rm. 12:1-2, Rev 19:5-6 1. The Sermon topic today is worship. The questions for us to answer today are: what is worship? What does it look like in the Christian’s life? How ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, John 4:4-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ