Sermons on embodiment: showing 421-435 of 3,538

Freedom

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jun 21, 2009

This 4th of July sermon calls people to consider whether they have real freedom - the kind of freedom that only Jesus can bring.

"Freedom" John 8:31-36 INTRODUCTION As July 4 comes our way again, we celebrate our national freedom. This is only right and proper. Every person has a desire to be free. But what is freedom? Is every person in America free? Jesus lived in a day when political freedom was only a dream. Yet He ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

Too Spiritual By Half?

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Feb 4, 2015

Too Spiritual By Half?

In an exposition of Mark chapter 3, it was observed that Christ's first miracle after the commissioning of the Apostles was the casting out of a demon followed by the healing of Peter's mother-in-law. The Lutheran seminarian insisted that this symbolically represented the precedence of the spirit ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Like Father, Like Son Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jun 5, 2017

Do you bear the family likeness? Whose image is expressed in your life? When you are born again of the Spirit of God, you have a new father. God is your Father! So, you are just like your Father God. You share His image in order to express His likeness.

What is God the Father like? John 14:8 A. If you want to know the Father, then look at His Son. 1. Jesus Christ is the only begotten Son of God - John 3:16 2. Jesus is the visible image of the invisible Father God - Col. 1:15 3. The Son has declared the Father - John 1:18 B. Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:18, Hebrews 1:3, John 14:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Loaf Of Life

Contributed by J Richison on Aug 10, 2017

Christ is our daily bread

The Loaf of Life Matthew 6:9-13 St. John 6:31-35&47-51 St. Luke 11:1 And it came to pass, that as he was praying in a certain place, when he had ceased one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray What amazing instruction! What a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Warning Against The Perils Of Wealth And Greed Series

Contributed by Adam Laible on May 17, 2023

James 5:1. In this verse, James offers us a stern warning about the dangers of wealth and the relentless pursuit of material possessions. It is a timeless message that resonates with us even in the present day, as we navigate a world consumed by greed and materialism.

I. The Corrosive Nature of Wealth (James 5:1-3) James begins by addressing those who are rich, cautioning them against the potential pitfalls that come with material abundance. He reminds them that wealth can have a corrosive effect on the human soul, leading to arrogance, selfishness, and a ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-3, James 5:4-6, James 5:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Title: The Power Of Jesus's Christmas Story: Reflecting On Hope, Love, And Redemption

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 11, 2023

Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has incredible significance, touching hearts and transforming lives. The power of Jesus's Christmas story can be seen through its profound themes of hope, love, and redemption.

Introduction: The Christmas season is a time of joy and celebration, but amidst the glittering lights and festive cheer lies a profound story of power and meaning—the story of Jesus's birth. Beyond the familiar nativity scenes and carols, the narrative of Jesus's arrival has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Remarkable Lives Of Great Women Of The Bible! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 22, 2024

God specifically designed you to be just the way you are and He has a beautifully unique plan and purpose for your life that you alone can fulfill.

The Bible does not make blanket statements about women being unintelligent, gullible, deceptive, difficult, emotional, sexually wanton, temptresses, evil, or inferior to men. Instead, it highlights the strength, wisdom, and dignity of women throughout scriptures. The Bible presents many positive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:11, Psalm 139:14

A Lot Can Happen When The Spirit Moves Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2024

Opposition confronted Paul everywhere, but when they left, they left a Spirit-filled, Christ-filled congregation.

Saturday of the Third Week of Easter 2024 Our readings this Paschal season from the Acts of the Apostles seem continuous, but there are many verses edited out for length. This week we have read about Paul and Barnabas on their first missionary journey into the area known as Asia Minor, and you may ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:44-52, John 14:7-14

Denomination: Catholic

Response To The Truth Series

Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Aug 25, 2015

We are to love and live the truth.

There is something about brevity that makes a message all that more emphatic. I was pacing up and down a hallway outside a delivery room on April 16, 1976. I was trying to be calm and collected, but I acted more like a caged lion. Suddenly a big door swung open and a gowned nurse was holding ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean To Be Consecrated? Series

Contributed by Fred Waters on Jun 15, 2006

The Children of Israel stand on the edge of a new land, and a new experience. Can they be obedient? Can they trust God?

A Series of Sermons on Joshua 3&4 The Crossing of the Jordan by the Children of Israel. Series Overview Israel has been cleansed of the disobedience of the “Exodus generation” and is ready to move forward with God’s plan for His chosen nation. They are now to claim the Promised Land and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5-6, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Holiness

Don't Just Stand There!

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jun 1, 2011

It is the greatest story ever told. And now, the great story of God's faithfulness and justice and mercy, is being entrusted to the witnesses, to Christ's disciples, to proclaim to the world.

So imagine you're walking down the street, minding your own business when you happen upon a large crowd. You notice that all faces are turned upwards toward the sky. You follow the gazes of the crowd and see above you a massive cloud with a pair of feet showing just below the bottom edge of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Christmas Happened Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010

Did it really HAVE to happen that way? Christmas is jolly, but would it really make a difference if we remembered it or not? Christmas is nice and cute, but isn't Easter the Holy Day that really matters? After all, everybody knows two of the four Gosp

“WHY CHRISTMAS HAPPENED” 1st In Series: “Christmas Was Not Optional” Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, 12/13/2009 AM INTRODUCTION: This Christmas season I will ask us some questions that may, at first, seem silly but are in fact not asked or answered enough. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

An Unsung Hero

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Apr 17, 2013

The greatest work of the church is often the little acts of service that happen "behind the scenes."

How many of you are familiar with penicillin? Of course, this is one of the most widely used antibiotics in modern medicine. Perhaps you have also heard the name of Sir Alexander Fleming, the pharmacist who discovered the medicine. Or maybe if you haven’t heard of Mr. Fleming, perhaps the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: United Methodist

Characteristics Of Revival People

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 26, 2013

Are you spiritually dead or alive? We want to have people are fired up by the Spirit of God. Bible speaks of: the fullness of the earth, the fullness of joy, the fullness of God’s house, the fullness of the sea, the fullness of wickedness, the fullnes

Characteristics of Revival People Are you spiritually dead or alive? We want to have people are fired up by the Spirit of God. Bible speaks of: the fullness of the earth, the fullness of joy, the fullness of God’s house, the fullness of the sea, the fullness of wickedness, the fullness of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:10

Denomination: Charismatic

Familiarity Breeds Contempt- And Children Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 22, 2015

1) God’s plan in creation is for men and women to marry and have children. 2) In this fallen world, marriage is not God’s best for everyone, and having children is not God’s calling on all couples. 3) Focus on Ephesians 6:1-4 (from John Piper)

HoHum: “Familiarity breeds contempt -- and children." Mark Twain WBTU: Must go back to the context here. At the end of Ephesians 5 Paul talks about marriage. He does give the role of the husband and the role of the wife in marriage, but there is so much more. In Ephesians 5 Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ