Sermons on Entrance:

Our Savior Has Come

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

The people of Israel were looking for a Messiah but when He arrived they could not recognize him. Do we recognize Jesus as our Messiah today?

Our Savior Has Come Luke 19:28-38 Today we mark the Triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem that we call Palm Sunday. We call this the Triumphal entry because of how the people responded by making a parade of Jesus entrance. All the gospel writers record this event with different emphasis. Dr. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-38, Matthew 21:10-11, Mark 11:15-17, Luke 19:38-40, Matthew 23:29-33, Luke 19:47-48  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Study Of Psalm 45 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 26, 2018

In the end days, Jesus will celebrate the marriage of His bride (the church) to Himself. This Psalm gives a peak of what that might look like, and demonstrates the honor that is due to the Groom!

A Study of Psalm 45 Psalm 45 Introduction - Wed night format; opportunity to study together from our homes -- Re: Invite someone else to join in - not an exclusive study for "just LFC" - Psalms are songs of praise and words of encouragement/warning -- They are also written to give us guidance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Serving Up Joy Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 16, 2013

God has given us everything to face this life with the joy of His presence and promises. Living in Joy comes no more naturally than not murmuring or grumbling. God offers us joy it is up to us to live in joy and peace.

Intro: At St. Bede’s Episcopal Church in Santa Fe, New Mexico, there is only one door into the sanctuary. Over that door is a hand lettered sign that reads, “Servant’s Entrance.” There isn’t any way in or out of that church except through the servant’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:16-30

Denomination: Baptist

Our Town

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 27, 2020

We must guard the gates of our lives as to what comes in and what goes out (GIGO).

1. There are three huge gates that lead into the Cathedral of Milan. Over one gate there is an inscription in marble (under a beautiful flower bouquet) that says, "The things that please are temporary." Over the second gate, there is a cross with this inscription: "The things that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:18-20, Psalm 118:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Just Settle Anywhere! Series

Contributed by Diana Tyler on Jan 28, 2023

Be mindful of the company you keep because bad company corrupts good character.

Sodom and Gomorrah were so wicked that God decided to destroy those cities. Everything and everyone were going to be destroyed. Had it not been for Abraham interceding to God, Lot and his family would have been destroyed with everything else. Genesis 18:16-33. That night, two angels came to the ...read more

Something New Is Coming

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jan 23, 2022

The story of Elijah is a great example of prayer. This is an unfinished sermon.

Something New Is Coming 1 Kings 18:41-46 NLT 41 Then Elijah said to Ahab, “Go get something to eat and drink, for I hear a mighty rainstorm coming!” 42 So Ahab went to eat and drink. But Elijah climbed to the top of Mount Carmel and bowed low to the ground and prayed with his face ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:44-46, Acts 12:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unlocking Life's Gate: A Biblical Perspective SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A gate serves as a crucial element in any structure, providing security and protection. In the Bible, the gate holds significant power, serving as a venue for business, military planning, and judgment. This sermon explores these aspects and their implications for our lives.

Genesis 28:12 says, "He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it." In this verse, Jacob saw a ladder connecting heaven and earth, with angels going up and down. Verse 13 says, "There above ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:12-13

Topics: Bible Truth, Life's Gate

"An Unlikely Mother"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on May 11, 2002

Today we honor Mother’s certainly Mother’s it is after all Mother’s day….but we would be remiss if we didn’t take the time to celebrate the tenderness warmth and kindness that can be found in women. Women who love the Lord!

West Greeley Baptist Church May 10 2002 “An unlikely mother” Genesis 18: 10-15 Pastor Mark Hensley 10 Then the Lord [3] said, "I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son." Now Sarah was listening at the entrance to the tent, which was behind him. 11 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Wedding Garment Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jul 29, 2003

A personal account of a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace illustrating Jesus’ parable of the Wedding Garment.

My message is a reflection on the combination of a parable (Matt 22:1-14) and a rather special visit to Buckingham Palace which I trust will act as an illustration. When I partially retired I was asked to take on the task of the honorary treasurer of Welfare Service Charity. I found it quite ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Mary Magdalane's View Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Apr 12, 2009

An Easter sermon preached 4/12/2009 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa. It is a first person sermon from the view of Mary Magdalane.

Mary Magdalene’s View of the Resurrection 4/12/2009 Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa You just heard your Pastor read to you Mark’s account of my visit to a cemetery. It was a visit unlike any other. You all have made similar visits to the graves of loved one’s. You know the sadness ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Speaks To Skeptics Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 9, 2015

Jesus continues to speak to the skeptical Nicodemus concerning the ONLY WAY to enter or see the Kingdom of God: Sinners are born with skepticism but self dies hard unless the Spirit gives life.

Jesus Speaks to Skeptics: John 3:9-15 Almost everyone knows the difference between a believer and a skeptic, but not everyone knows the difference between an honest skeptic and a dishonest skeptic. An honest skeptic may have doubts about certain truths but who will face up to them when he is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Rest In The Presence Of God Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 31, 2024

We can experience God’s presence outside of us, and within us. God isn’t far off. He’s so close we can hardly imagine it. Many feel God is far off. They wonder… Can you really experience God? Can you really sense God’s presence? Can you really know God deeply? The answer to those 3 questions is yes.

Does God seem far away? Many feel God is far off. They wonder… Can you really experience God? Can you really sense God’s presence? Can you really know God deeply? The answer to those 3 questions is yes. We we can experience God’s presence outside of us, and within us. God isn’t far off. He’s so ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:7-11, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Psalm 16:11, Exodus 33:12-14

Denomination: Salvation Army

Don't Be Surprised By God

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jul 28, 2009

: Becoming His Church: Don’t be surprised when God acts instead be committed to becoming His, expect Him to do great things, tell others what he has done and give him all the glory and praise.

I was raised Southern Baptist but in truth my mother raised me as a Methodist. I truly believe in the process of sanctification and perfection. As a preacher that means Sunday morning worship isn’t a one time event. I believe there is a connection and process to our worship time together. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Lazarus Experience"

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004

Taking a challenge from the raising of Lazarus to obey the Lord and to do all He calls us to do in order for us to "come forth" spiritually.

“The Lazarus Experience” John 11:38-45 JN 11:38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 "Take away the stone," he said. "But, Lord," said Martha, the sister of the dead man, "by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Empty Tomb: A Place Of Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

The disciples were disillusioned and disoriented after the crucifixion.

I grew up in a family with four sisters and no brothers. There were a lot of downsides to this…which I won’t go into now. One upside, and maybe the only one, is that I had to have my own bedroom in the basement, along with my own bathroom. I loved to just go in my room and shut myself out from all ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Baptist