Sermons on Embracing:

The Antichrist Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 25, 2018

Maybe each one of us is capable of embracing the spirit of antichrist, though we would never want to become the Antichrist. When we do so we are paving the way for evil to enter. We must, instead, actively embrace the Spirit of Christ.

Revelation 13 v. 16 and it causes all the small and the large and the rich and the poor, and the free and the slaves that they should all be given a mark (scratch) on their right hand, or on their forehead v. 17 and in order that they would not have the ability to buy or sell if they don’t have the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:16-18

Denomination: *other

Living By Faith: Embracing God's Mysterious Work Ecclesiastes 11:5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 7, 2024

Ecclesiastes 11:5 invites us to ponder the ways of God that are beyond our understanding and to trust in His sovereignty over all things.

Living by Faith: Embracing God's Mysterious Work Ecclesiastes 11:5 Introduction: Today, we explore the theme of living by faith and embracing God's mysterious work, based on Ecclesiastes 11:5. This verse invites us to ponder the ways of God that are beyond our understanding and to trust in ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:5, Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 11:33-34, Hebrews 11:1, 1 Corinthians 13:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Bag Of Rice

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2005

We keep putting off until "later" embracing the marks of discipleship -- prayer, Bible study, tithing...

(The pastor takes a bag of rice, and carefully counts out aloud ten measures of the rice placing each measure into a pot. Then taking back a single measure from the pot of rice, places that single measure on the Lord’s Table. The pot stays on the pulpit as the pastor reads the New Testament ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Where Can I Find My Strength In Suffering? Series

Contributed by Ross Anderson on Oct 25, 2005

God does not always remove affliction, but uses it to reveal his power as we embrace our weakness.

We’ve been talking this month about suffering, because I know how many of you have been going through difficult things in recent times. (Let me say that if you want a copy of these 7 messages on “Making Sense of Suffering,” sign up on the tape request form on that little desk in the back corner.) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Spirit Of A Thankful Person

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 19, 2005

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday, there is a spirit behind the holiday that each Christian should embrace and build upon!

INTRODUCTION • As we get ready to celebrate another Thanksgiving holiday, I want us to ponder what the thanksgiving holiday is really about. • We spend time with family and friends stuffing ourselves with turkey, potatoes, stuffing, pumpkin pie, along with many other items of food. • The holiday ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: What If There Was No Christmas Series

Contributed by Jerry Neill on Dec 1, 2005

First in three sermons to coordinate with Narnia film and Christmas season- to embrace the life changing power of Jesus

What if there was no Christmas? Luke 1.67-79 December 4, 2005 C.S. Lewis’ penetrable understanding of scripture serves to instruct us in a wonderful way this Christmas. One of the Christ-honoring highlights of the season this year will be the release of the film, The Lion, the Witch, and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:68-79

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeking The Presence Of God

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

Challenge for congregation to become a presence-driven body that longs for, seeks after, and embraces the presence of God.

Seeking the Manifest Presence – Ezekiel 48:35 Ezekiel 48:35 "The city shall be 18,000 cubits round about; and the name of the city from that day shall be, `The LORD is there.’ " · These words may be used as a test as well as a text. · They may serve for examination as well as consolation, and at ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 48:35

Denomination: Church Of God

Unmasking Your Master Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

When we embrace this Scripture we will say, "I will live a life of undivided loyalty to Jesus Christ."

July 22, 2001 The Treasure Chest – Part 4 INTRODUCTION Life is full of conflicting requirements…. A high school girl wants to be accepted by her chosen peer group. But their requirements for total acceptance involve wearing certain kinds of clothes, such as tops that expose a bare midriff. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Love Or Not To Love?

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

Are we ready to embrace ALL the consequences of God’s love being shed abroad into our hearts?

Note: the following article (in its original form) provoked a discussion on another site entitled, "Walk Away from Fundamentalism" (http://www.aimoo.com/forum/postview.cfm?id=319472&CategoryID=22217&ThreadID=528621). Part of this discussion, and my replies, are included below, following the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guarded By Truth Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

Truth is both objective and personal; it stands alone, but when embraced becomes transformational in a person’s life.

Guarded by Truth Ephesians 6:10-14 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In Christ Part 1: Off With The Old And On With The New Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2008

If we are in Christ, we need to leave our old life behind us and embrace new life.

Living in Christ Part 1: Off With the Old and On With the New Text: Eph. 4:17-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: A good set of clothes make all the difference. A Methodist church tried to get a man to attend, but he never did. "Why don’t you come?" the minister asked, and the man finally admitted ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Methodist

Real Love That Lasts

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 6, 2010

John's words inspire us to embrace and practice God's love. This is how we know we are His!

1 John 4:7-21 7 Beloved, let us love one another (in deed and truth), for love (in deed and truth) is from God; and everyone who loves (in deed and truth) is born of God and knows God. 8The one who does not love (in deed and truth) does not know God, for God is love (in deed and truth). 9By this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Peril Of Inconvenience

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 21, 2007

Inconvenience is often what God’s demands. If one does not embrace the inconvenience it will be a spiritual peril to him.

Acts 24:24-27 KJV And after certain days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, which was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ. [25] And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

In What? Christ's Network - The Church Series

Contributed by Mark Green on Mar 8, 2007

The participant will be inspired to embrace life in the local church and choose one life question to begin asking in their life.

Maybe it’s been a while since you have experienced the joy of throwing rocks in a lake. But if you think back you will remember how fun it is. I know my sons and I can hardly walk by a lake without stopping to throw stones in it. And being boys, it quickly escalates to seeing who can find and throw ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Of Course Or Off Course? Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 8, 2011

We can learn from Israel's mistakes and make provision to stay on course by embracing three principles.

Of Course or Off Course? (Hosea 8-10) 1. This was an excruciating latter part of the week for Marylu and I and Luke 2. We had to move Luke out of Moody and then into SBTS. 3. I was saying "goodbye" to Moody a second time. I enjoyed my years there. 4. One of my professors retired 10 years go, and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible