Sermons on Earthly Sanctuary:

Who You Work-In For

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 27, 2018

True pleasure comes when our work is not for the pay, for ambition, to satisfy oneself or earthly overseers, but working for Christ.

Who You Work-in For Working As Unto The Lord The Bible says, "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving. Anyone who does wrong will ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

( In The Beginning)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 26, 2017

THE FOUR GOSPELS DEALS WITH THE EARTHLY LIFE OF JESUS CHRIST BUT EACH GOSPEL PRESENTS HIM IN A ENTIRELY DIFFERENT CHARACTER

John 1:1-3 (KJV) 1  In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2  The same was in the beginning with God. 3  All things were made by him; and without him was not any thing made that was made. THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY IF I COULD ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Dynamic Duo (Evangelism And Deliverance)

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 19, 2014

LUKE 4:16-21 - Isaiah prophesied that Jesus earthly ministry would consist of PREACHING, HEALING, and DELIVERANCE.

Evangelism and Deliverance LUKE 4:16-21 - Isaiah prophesied that Jesus earthly ministry would consist of PREACHING, HEALING, and DELIVERANCE. LUKE 7:20-23 - Jesus ministered to Lepers, the blind, the crippled, and the poor. Peter described Jesus ministry as one that went about DOING good and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Peace That Comes From Heavenly Wisdom Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 10, 2014

James describes how to identify counterfeit earthly wisdom and enjoy the inner peace that comes from heavenly wisdom.

There is a familiar picture of a man at the base of a lighthouse, standing in an open door. A giant wave smashing against the lighthouse, but the man seems oblivious to the danger around him. The picture is called“Lighthouse in the Storm” and was taken by French photographer Jean ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Awaiting The New Body PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

Live with an eternal perspective, focusing on pleasing God and anticipating our heavenly dwelling, rather than earthly concerns.

Good morning, beloved. I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's word with you today. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to prepare our hearts and minds to receive the divine wisdom that our Lord has in store for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is on a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Topics: Construction

Awaiting The New Body PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

Live with an eternal perspective, focusing on pleasing God and anticipating our heavenly dwelling, rather than earthly concerns.

Good morning, beloved. I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's word with you today. As we gather in this sacred space, let's take a moment to prepare our hearts and minds to receive the divine wisdom that our Lord has in store for us. Opening Scripture Reading – Our focus today is on a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Topics: Construction

Go! And Live As Citizens Of Heaven - Philippians 3:20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 14, 2025

A reminder that Christians are not of this world. We are citizens of heaven. Our allegiance is not to earthly systems but to the risen Lord Jesus Christ.

Go! And Live as Citizens of Heaven - Philippians 3:20 Philippians 3:20 (NLT): “But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Saviour.” Introduction: Living for a Homeland You’ve Never Seen Imagine living in a foreign land, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:20, Acts 1:11, Colossians 3:1-2, Philippians 3:18-19, John 3:3, Romans 10:9, John 1:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking God's Kingdom First PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

The sermon encourages prioritizing God's Kingdom and righteousness over earthly pursuits, and seeking alignment with God's desires and attributes.

Good morning, beloved. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of the Lord, surrounded by our brothers and sisters in Christ? We stand here, not by our own strength or merit, but by the boundless grace of our Heavenly Father. It is this same grace that has brought us together ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Topics: Seek, First

Laying It On The Altar Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2009

Exodus tells us the Altar of Sacrifice was made of wood. But wouldn’t that burn up? Find out why it didn’t... and why this was one of only two wooden altars ever known to man.

OPEN: A few years ago, USA Today conducted a survey and asked Americans in the top 1% income bracket how much they would be willing to spend on three intangible items: Great intellect, true love, and a place in heaven. They found that the super wealthy would be willing to spend an average of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptized To Go And Bear Fruit

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

A church had purchased a new grand piano. Not a baby grand but one of the large grand pianos. The only way to get the piano into the Sanctuary was by taking out the back windows and raising the piano over thirty feet into the air.

Baptized to Go and Bear Fruit “You did not choose me, but I chose you and appointed you to go and bear fruit--fruit that will last. Then the Father will give you whatever you ask in my name.” John 15:16 Intro: A church had purchased a new grand piano. Not a baby grand but one of the large ...read more

Scripture: John 15:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Memorial Day Plea

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Listen to his secret: the power to endure is found in hoping to see very face of God as your life’s ambition. Seeing the face of God is ultimate place of safety. Beholding the beauty of God is your place of sanctuary.

Tomorrow is Memorial Day, a day set aside to remember those who have died in service of our nation. Many of you know of someone who died during their service in the military. For some, this was your very children. Today, we express a small token of the rightful appreciation due to these men and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Red Heifer

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

Although the abundant life is available to us in Christ, my sins daily remind me of my need to depend totally on God for help in this earthly journey.

The Red Heifer Although the abundant life is available to us in Christ, my sins daily remind me of my need to depend totally on God for help in this earthly journey. Jesus knew it would be necessary for the child of God to know how to deal with sin. Scripture clearly teaches we need to keep our ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 19:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Our Great High Priest

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 5, 2008

We can’t mix the old and the new, we must forsake the old and embrace the new.

“The Ministry of Our Great High Priest” Hebrews 8:1-6 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper October 12, 2008 Introduction: When Alexander Graham Bell first introduced his invention for sending speech over electric wires - it was dismissed. In fact, Bell had to lie to his financial backer by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Better Minister Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 28, 2018

If you want to truly worship God this morning, submit to Christ who sits in a better seat; revere Christ who serves in a better sanctuary; rely on Christ who offers a better sacrifice; and remain with Christ who provides better service.

When it comes to worshipping together, there are various practices among churches and even among the individual worshippers. Tim Hawkins helps us understand one of those practices hand raising in church. Take a look… (Show Video: Tim Hawkins on Hand Raising) Anybody here go to a hand-raising ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Motivated By His Grace

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 13, 2007

This morning, whatever type of earthly father that you recall, I want to talk to you about what our Heavenly Father really looks like. Today, I encourage you to let go of counterfeit was of thinking about God. Whether your earthly father filled you with

“Motivated By His Grace” Galatians 2:15-21 Introduction A little girl was drawing a picture of God. Her mother told her that nobody knew what God looks like. The girl replied that they would when she finished drawing His picture! We all have a picture of God in our minds, don’t we? For most of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Christian Church