Sermons on Escape From Mean People:

Funeral - Meaning Of Death

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

Wat does death mean to a Christian?"

THE MEANING OF DEATH Dying, Christ destroyed our death. Rising, Christ restored our life. Christ will come again in glory. Here and now, dear friends, we are God’s children. What we shall be has not been revealed, But we know when he appears we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27, Ecclesiastes 3:1-2, Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Methodist

Sabbath Means Rest

Contributed by Jerry Smith on May 17, 2014

Thus, if someone truly wants to observe the Sabbath Day in modern times (New Testament era), that’s a tall order! One that I do not think anyone could keep, because as religious as the Jews were, they could not keep it (Acts 15:10).

SABBATH MEANS REST Mark 2:27 And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath: Q: What happens when we operate a cellphone, tablet, ipod, etc. all day? Q: What happens when we ride a horse all day? Q: What happens when we operate an air-conditioner all day? Q: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Meaning Of Love

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

No matter how gifted you are – no matter how successful in ministry – no matter how close to God – there is one overarching principal that should guide everything we do. Otherwise anything you do for the Lord is a waste of time. That’s love.

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. Chapters 12, 13, & 14 are really one unit. Chapter 12 talks about the context of the Holy Spirit’s work through the believer. Chapter 13 the motivation in using Holy Spirit gifts, and chapter 14 the proper operation of those ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What It Means To Be Baptized

Contributed by Robert Baker on Jun 15, 2003

The Holy Trinity, series B. A description of the transforming effects of baptism both for infants and adults.

Trinity2003 “What it Means to be Baptized” John 3:1-17 June 15, 2003 © 2003, Rev. Robert C. Baker, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Vero Beach, Florida You know, there are probably a thousand opinions about what it means to be baptized. Some, like our Baptist brothers and sisters, view baptism simply ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

What 'praise' Means

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 11, 2003

Epiphany 1 - the Baptism of Our Lord: God is truly praised when He empowers the life of the believer through the forgiveness that Christ won.

Praise is important. Praise generally makes us feel appreciated and it gives us a sense that people care about us. Today we had the privilege of praising our brother Robert for the time, effort, hard work and investment of his heart for the sake of the congregation. And it was good. Praise ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Profit, A Means, Not An End Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 26, 2009

The attitude of a child is the attitude of knowing you are incomplete, and need to grow, to change, to take the risk to be wrong.

September 28, 2009 Caritas in Veritate The emphasis Jesus constantly puts on being childlike puzzled me until I read Carol Dweck’s great book Mindset. A child knows–perhaps without being able to articulate it–that she needs to change, learn and grow. A child knows his own incompleteness. As we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-50

Denomination: Catholic

Finding Life's Meaning

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Mar 10, 2007

What is the meaning of life? King Solomon was blessed and vexed with the 3 P’s. Power, Possessions, and Pleasure

Ecclesiastes 1:1-9 Finding Life’s Meaning Ecclesiastes is one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible and it’s too bad because Ecclesiastes is a divinely inspired meditation on one of the most profound questions asked by man: “What is the meaning of Life?” Q. What is the meaning of life? ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 8, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance of Christmas and what it means for our lives today.

The True Meaning of Christmas Christmas is a time of joy, giving, and celebration for people all around the world. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's easy to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-20, Romans 5:8-11

Pray Not For This People!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 9, 2022

The context of Jeremiah 14:11.

PRAY NOT FOR THIS PEOPLE! Jeremiah 14:7-10, Jeremiah 14:19-22. A series of droughts affected Judah during the reign of King Jehoiakim. The watercourses were empty, the ground was chapped, and there was no grass for the livestock. Nobles and their children, ploughmen, and both domestic and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 14:7-10, Jeremiah 14:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Resurrection Means?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 27, 2013

Resurrection means nothing to many, but to others it is everything.

Acts 23:6 I am on trial because of my hope in Resurrection. 1. The Resurrection means nothing To some people A. Resurrection means nothing To those who are craving for the ways of the world B. Resurrection means nothing To those who have their mind on earthly things and not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:6

Denomination: Methodist

What Mean These Stones?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 18, 2003

Joshua was aware that we often forget the blessings God has given us. Joshua was not so concerned about his generation. What they had witnessed, he felt they could never forget. He realized that it is often not so with subsequent generations.

WHAT MEAN THESE STONES? "Then Joshua spoke to the children of Israel, saying: When your children ask their fathers in time to come, saying, ’What are these stones?’ Then you shall let your children know, saying, ’Israel crossed over this Jordan on dry land; for the Lord your God dried up the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 10, 2010

To so many, the mystery of this event brings a magic to their celebration like none other. Let’s unwrap the greatest Christmas gift ever given and discover the REAL REASON for the SEASON... Why was Jesus Born?

I think that we both would agree that Christmas is more than the cards and gifts, more than the trees and lights, more than family and food. There is a much deeper meaning, a much more fulfilling notion than that of a fat, bearded man on a sleigh. It is the birth of the Christ child: the true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Last Prayer Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 6, 2009

What does Jesus ask for us in his last prayer?

John 17:6-26 – Jesus’ Last Prayer What would you like written on your grave stone? – some say it’s a good exercise: GraveStone Quotes In memory of Anna Hopewell Here lies the body of our Anna Done to death by a banana It wasn’t the fruit that laid her low But the skin of the thing that made her ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-26

Denomination: *other

Without A Vision The People Perish

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

Without a vision from Almighty God we will wither away and spend our days wandering aimlessly.

Without A Vision The People Perish Proverbs 29:18 I was in Denver for four days last week. I wasn't there on vacation or for sightseeing, even though I did see some awesome sights like the snow-capped Rocky Mountains at the end of July. I will never understand how that can happen no matter how ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whatever Love Means

Contributed by Andrew Warriner on Apr 9, 2013

It is the most recognised word in any language, it is the subject used most commonly in literature, both fiction and non- fiction, it is the most common central theme for lyricists in secular and religious song writing alike and is responsible for selling

On the 24th February 1981, our country and indeed the world was captivated by the official announcement of the engagement of our future king, Prince Charles to Lady Diana Spencer. When asked by journalists “Were they in love?” they both replied “yes”, actually if I remember ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Salvation Army