Sermons on estate: showing 316-330 of 3,950

Adoption

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Dec 28, 2004

We come into God’s family by Spiritual birth. But the instant we are born into the family, God adopts us and gives us the position of an adult son.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Adoption is the process by which a person who does not belong to a given family is formally brought into it and made a full, legal family member with the rights and responsibilities of that position. The practice of adoption was not common among the Jews, but was more ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Being Thankful Series

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Oct 29, 2006

Thankfulness and faith go hand in hand

SERIES ON FAITH Part Three “Being Thankful” Adapted from a message by Rev Bruce Shields Luke 17:11-19 October 1st, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church Pastor, Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION In the last two weeks we have seen an unforgiving attitude and not spending time reading God’s Word hinder our faith. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

God's Judgment Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Dec 31, 2007

God judges all of His creation.

Jude 5-7 “God’s Judgment” • 3 examples of how God judges those who reject, distort, or ignore the truth of His word. 1. God’s judgment of His people. • Vs. 5 Jude wanted to bring this matter to their attention, but not because it was something they have never heard before. • Jude wanted to make ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

More Than You Can Think Or Ask

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Aug 9, 2010

the power of imagination and asking

MORE THAN YOU CAN THINK OR ASK Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us… Ephesians 3:20 Our God is able to do; there is no inability in Him. It is possible for man to think and not have the ability to do, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prayer Of Faith

Contributed by John Teem Jr. on Jan 22, 2013

What exactly is the Prayer of Faith James speaks of? Well let us examine the subject and find out.

THE PRAYER OF FAITH WEDNESDAY - NOVEMBER 14, 2012 CHAPEL OF REDEMPTION JOHN TEEM JR. JAMES 5:13-18 INTRODUCTION: IS ANYTHING TO HARD FOR GOD? Genesis 18:14, Jeremiah 32:17, Jeremiah 32:27, Matthew 19:26, Luke 18:27, Mark 9:23 DOES GOD LIE OR CHANGE HIS MIND? Malachi 3:6, I Kings 8:56 HAS HE ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18

Denomination: *other

More Exceeding

Contributed by Peter Balogun on Mar 1, 2010

God can do beyond our imagination

MORE THAN YOU CAN THINK OR ASK Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us… Ephesians 3:20 Our God is able to do; there is no inability in Him. It is possible for man to think and not have the ability to do, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Witness Of The Holy Spirit.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 25, 2022

Heirs of God, joint heirs with Christ.

THE WITNESS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. Romans 8:14-17. It is only those who are led by the Spirit of God who are manifested to be “the sons of God” (Romans 8:14). Not everybody receives Jesus, nor believes in His name (John 1:11-12). Our inclusion in the family of God is on account of our faith ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caught Or Not

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 22, 2020

The Word of God and God's activities in the world should be out top priority.

Caught Or Not Matthew 13: 44 - 46 Intro: Where do you think the most expensive piece of real estate on the planet is located? - - - Cemeteries. All kinds of treasures are buried there: dreams never pursued, books never written, songs never sung, inventions never pursued, churches never built, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46, Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sons And Slaves Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 16, 2021

We’re Sons and Daughters and not slaves. Why is this so important?

The Revolutionary Gospel Galatians 4 – Sons and Slaves September 19, 2021 Galatians 4:1-7 NIV What I am saying is that as long as an heir is underage, he is no different from a slave, although he owns the whole estate. 2 The heir is subject to guardians and trustees until the time set by his ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7, Luke 3:21-22, Luke 4:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Land Of The Blind, The Open-Eyed Get Beaten Up Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 23, 2023

Our Western world is suffused with moral and intellectual darkness; it’s like nearly everyone is blind, or walks around with an eyepatch over both eyes.

Friday of the 11th Week in Course 2023 I had for about nine years the privilege of leading a Christian secondary school. One of the skills we taught in our writing classes was, as in many schools, how to write a resume for college applications. And, as principal, I got to read very many resumes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-23, Psalm 34:2-7, 2 Corinthians 11:18-30

Denomination: Catholic

The Good Employer Series

Contributed by Kevin Brady on Sep 13, 2021

The owner of a vinyard pays all of his workers the same amount. How can this be fair? The motivations of the employer are explored within the cultural context of the first century.

The Good Employer (Matt. 20:1-16) Harvest time. The morning sun burned just below the hillside and backlit the ancient vines rising up from the even more ancient earth. The ground was parched and packed. Only the grapes held the promise of moisture, the pulp near bursting through their skins. A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

His Lovingkindness Is Everlasting Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD; FOR HIS LOVINGKINDNES IS EVERLASTING

BIG IDEA: GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD, FOR HE IS GOOD; FOR HIS LOVINGKINDNES IS EVERLASTING (:1-3) INTRODUCTION: 3-fold statement of the theme: praise to the triune God absolute sovereignty of God as: - “God of gods” - “Lord of lords” I. (:4-9) GOD’S LOVINGKINDNESS DEMONSTRATED IN CREATION A. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope In God Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL

BIG IDEA: CONTINUED HOPE IN GOD IS THE ONLY ANSWER FOR THE SOUL-SEARCHING QUESTIONS OF THE ISOLATED BELIEVER (PART 1) INTRODUCTION: (must be read in conjunction with Psalm 43 as a unit) I. (:1-4) QUESTION FROM THE SCOFFERS TO THE ISOLATED BELIEVER: "WHERE IS YOUR GOD?" Cut off from the worship ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love In Its Reality

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Feb 5, 2011

True love of God

Love in its reality Romans 12: 9Let love be without dissimulation. Abhor that which is evil; cleave to that which is good. 10Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another; 11Not slothful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Voice Of Jesus

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 22, 2017

This sermon looks at the different tones with which Christ spoke when engaging others.

INTRODUCTION: This is a profound statement. And the truth of it is enough to convince all those who did not believe in the reality of God’s word. I. FROM THIS WE LEARN: 1. Genesis 1:1 “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth" 2. John 1:3 “All things were made by him” II. CHRIST ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-46

Denomination: Baptist