Sermons on Earthly Copies:

Look Toward Heaven

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 18, 2020

We live the life of faith when we continually look toward heaven as we face our earthly struggles.

Look Toward Heaven Genesis 15:1-6 Introduction We live the life of faith when we continually look toward heaven as we face our earthly struggles. Abraham’s journey of faith began in Genesis 12, when God called him to leave his home and he promised: "I will make of you a great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wedding At Cana Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jun 19, 2023

Jesus' sign of turning the water to wine reveals a bit of how he addresses our earthly and eternal needs.

Introduction I have a problem. I don’t like things on my hands. As a result I wash my hands too often when I’m cooking. Now, you may not see that as a problem, after all, cross contamination of various foods is never good. But I do. The other day, Danielle and I were preparing dinner together. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Embracing The Gift Of Your Dash PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To understand and embrace the fleeting nature of our earthly life, to live in Christ and not in the world, and to prepare for our eternal rest in Jesus.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to visit a somewhat overlooked gem in the Psalms, Psalm 39:1-13. This passage beautifully illustrates the transient nature of our life on Earth and the eternal promise of rest in the arms of our Savior, Jesus Christ. It's about embracing the gift of our dash ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-13

Topics: Birth, Eternal Death

Confidence In God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 7, 2023

This sermon explores "Godfidence," the concept of placing our utmost trust and confidence in God, rather than in earthly authorities or ourselves.

So good to see you all here today. We're about to get into a topic that's a little different, but one that's going to make a whole lot of sense once we get going. We're talking about "Godfidence" today. Now you might be wondering, "What's this Godfidence thing?" Well, hang tight, we're going to get ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:8-9

Topics: Godfidence

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

Explores our relationship with possessions, urging us to prioritize heavenly treasures over earthly ones and to guard against materialism.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today in the presence of our Lord, not just to share in fellowship, but to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom and guidance that His word provides. Today, we turn our attention to a topic that touches each of our lives in profound ways: our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Topics: Giving

The Meaninglessness And Mundanity Of Life - Week 4 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores the emptiness of earthly pursuits and the importance of finding joy and meaning in God, as illustrated in Ecclesiastes 9:1-18.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It's a beautiful day to gather together in the name of our Lord, to share in His Word and to find comfort, guidance, and edification in His eternal truth. Today, we find ourselves turning to the pages of Ecclesiastes, a book often misunderstood, yet rich with ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

Topics: Life And Death, Meaningless, God

Is The Virgin Birth Necessary? Series

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus is the only baby ever born that had an earthly mother but no earthly father. He had a heavenly Father but no heavenly mother. He’s the only baby ever born who was older than his mother and the same age as his father. When Jesus was born the Bible sa

Is the virgin birth necessary? Luke 1: 26 - 38 11/15/06 The birth of a baby is nothing unusual. But the Bible says when Jesus was born He was born of a virgin. Now there has never been a birth like that before. I know that you have heard me say this before; Jesus is the only baby ever born that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Catching The Miracles Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 5, 2005

Many people including Christians, too often focus on the manger, the stable, and many of the other earthly surroundings of the birth of Christ but miss the truths and purposes of God becoming man.

Turn Your Bibles to John 1: 14 Title: Catching the Miracles of Christmas Theme: Miracles of Christmas Sermon Series: Grasping the Truths of Christmas Introduction: Miracles are an absolutely essential element in Christianity. If Jesus Christ is not God manifested in the flesh, then our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost And Found Proverbs

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 1, 2010

This collection of 137 proverbs was spoken by Solomon and most likely copied into a collection during the reign of Judah’s king, Hezekiah. These proverbs were added to the collection of Proverbs. King Hezekiah tried to bring revival to Judah, he elevated

Lost and Found Proverbs Proverbs 25:1-28 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter. 3 As the heavens for height and the earth for depth, So the heart of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Show Love, Not Favoritism (James 2:1-13) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 27, 2022

Favoritism is a tricky thing. But we need to copy God's example, in honoring the poor. Also, my first crack at unpacking "kingdom" in light of Scot McKnight's book Kingdom Conspiracy.

Let's start today by reading James 2:1-4: (1) My brothers, don't, with partiality, hold the faith of our glorious Lord, Jesus Christ. ["w/partiality" =focused] (2) For suppose someone should enter your assembly with a gold ring on his finger, with fine clothing. Now, also a ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Downsizing Part 2: The Plastic Bag Series

Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Jul 28, 2019

In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things.

Open In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things. We discussed our chances at fulfillment when we carry around our hopes and dreams in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Transfigured, Triumphant And Taxed - Matthew 17 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 14, 2025

Following the SON from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. Jesus reveals His Divine Glory, His Power over darkness, and His Humility in submission to earthly systems.

2025.07.13. Sermon Notes. Transfigured, Triumphant, and Taxed – MATTHEW 17.1-27 Following the Son from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 17:1-27, John 17:24, Luke 1:17 BIG IDEA: Jesus reveals His Divine glory, His power over darkness, and His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-27, John 17:24, Luke 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is King?

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 24, 2001

The Israelites decided that they needed an earthly king and when they got what they asked for it wasn’t so good. It still happens today.

Sunday Morning July 29, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM WHO IS KING? 1 SAMUEL 8 Introduction: 1. Who here likes to be in charge? You know, be in control of what happens! Almost all of us, if we are being honest, like to be in charge. 2. We face that problem in our church, in our work ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

An attractive young prospect for the Kingdom of God was told that he valued his earthly possessions too much and had to discard them.

THE RICH YOUNG RULER Jesus loved meeting people. One of the fascinating features of the Gospels is to listen in to the interviews that Jesus had with a variety of people. He was always ready to listen to their problems, to answer their questions as he walked the highways of Palestine. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Silent Minion Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 21, 2001

Like a good butler Minions are sometimes silent. Although there are no words recorded for Jesus' earthly father the impact he had was incredible

He’s always the forgotten one at Christmas. Oh we remember the Christ child, how could we forget him, even in the shopping malls they sing about the birth of Christ and his name is even included in the very word Christmas. Without Christ there would be no Christmas and so he’s remembered. And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:21-23

Denomination: Wesleyan