Sermons on Excelling:

The Apostolic Testimony And The Authority Of Scripture.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022

At the back of Peter’s apostolic testimony to the transfiguration of our Lord lies the foundational authority of the Old Testament Scriptures

THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY AND THE AUTHORITY OF SCRIPTURE. 2 Peter 1:16-21. I). THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Make Him Known

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 2, 2025

The call of the prophet Jeremiah reminds us the very reason why God has called each of us. He has a purpose in calling us and setting us aside for His glory.

Jeremiah 1: 5-9 In these passages of scriptures, we see and read how the prophet Jeremiah had described how he was called to the prophetic ministry. In Jeremiah 1:4-5, Jeremiah says, “then the word of the Lord came unto me saying, ‘Before I formed thee in the belly, I knew thee; and before thou ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5-9

What A Dad Needs

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 16, 2024

Dr. Joe Edwards once told Jenny, “Jenny you have the ability to be a Queen; However, make your husband a King!”

What A Dad Needs 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 A small boy said, "Father’s Day is just like Mother’s Day, only you don’t spend as much on the gift.” And I say, "What gift?" Mark Twain said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13-14, Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Think On These Things

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 15, 2024

Victory over Despair and living in the Joy of the Lord can be yours by walking in these Biblical principles.

THINK ON THESE THINGS Pastor Eric J. Hanson INTRODUCTION Many of the battles of life are faced by all of us. We all have to learn the lessons of childhood. We have to get up at a certain time and go to school, regardless of how we feel about it. We have to gradually do more work, just to keep up ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holy Race - Responsibility Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 16, 2025

When Israel failed in the sight of the Lord, the families of the earth were blessed through Abraham. We have the privileges, prestige with responsibility. Let us strive for holiness.

Theme: Holy Nation – Responsibility Text: 1 Peter 2:1-12   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction: We are having the annual theme “Be Ye holy”, in this month, we are now meditating on the theme of Holy Race. Israelites had this title for many centuries but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Holiday Anxiety PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Encourages finding peace and joy amidst the holiday season's busyness, by focusing on God's promises and casting off anxiety through prayer and thanksgiving.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here, as we do each week, in fellowship and faith. We come together, in this sacred space, to share in the Word of God. Today, we turn to Philippians, the fourth chapter, verses six through eight. Let us hear the words of the Apostle Paul: "Do not be anxious ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Topics: Anxiety, Holidays

In Your Presence PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 27, 2023

This sermon explores Psalm 16, emphasizing the importance of knowing God, trusting in His wisdom, and living a life that glorifies Him.

Good morning, dear friends. It is truly a blessing to gather together in this sacred space, united in our faith and our shared desire to grow closer to our Creator. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the wisdom of Psalm 16. In the words of the great Christian theologian J.I. Packer, "Once you ...read more

Topics: Godly Posture

Celebration Of The Royal Wedding Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A MAJESTIC BRIDEGROOM AND A BEAUTIFUL BRIDE PRODUCE MEMORABLE PRINCES

BIG IDEA: A MAJESTIC BRIDEGROOM AND A BEAUTIFUL BRIDE PRODUCE MEMORABLE PRINCES (:1) INTRODUCTION Celebration of the Royal Wedding = "A Good Theme"; a love psalm; a miniature Song of Solomon Note how many unpleasant themes comprise the bulk of our daily news and discourse Speaks in part of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Are The Real Heroes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus said, "Whoever would be great let him become a servant to all." Matt 23:11 Most of us would like to do something noble or great. Perhaps have our names in lights... Outstanding speakers, renowned scientists, business tycoons, and athletes who seem t

Jesus said, "Whoever would be great let him become a servant to all." Matt 23:11 The Lord evaluates us on the basis of how well we are serving Him, His purposes and His kingdom’s expansion and righteousness. However: Most of us would like to do something noble or great. Perhaps have our names in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret To Humbling Ourselves Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE SECRET TO HUMBLING OURSELVES LIES IN MAKING OTHERS GREAT -- BOTH IN OUR PERSPECTIVE AND IN OUR PURSUITS

BIG IDEA: THE SECRET TO HUMBLING OURSELVES LIES IN MAKING OTHERS GREAT -- BOTH IN OUR PERSPECTIVE AND IN OUR PURSUITS INTRODUCTION: Most valuable secrets involve something people long to know and try their hardest to discover. Unless someone carefully conceals such a secret it reproduces rapidly ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Menace Of Mediocrity

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

Widespread mediocrity threatens the advance of Christianity because it engenders a "just enough to get by" attitude in those affected by it.

THE MENACE OF MEDIOCRITY "Now Thomas, called the Twin, one of the twelve, was not with them when Jesus came. The other disciples therefore said to him: ’We have seen the Lord.’ So he said to them, ’Unless I see in His hands the print of the nails, and put my finger into the print of the nails, and ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-25

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With The Lack Of Peace In Our Relationships

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 10, 2001

This sermon analyzes some of the problems and some of the solutions regarding having peace in our relationships.

This passage points us toward some of the causes and some solutions concerning the lack of peace we often deal with in our relationships (see v. 1). I. What’s Your Problem? James identifies some of the causes of the problems we face. He deals with several, but let’s limit ourselves to ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

I Feel Like A Million Bucks

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

Our hope for the future should be in Christ, not the power of the material.

I Feel Like A Million Bucks Psalm 30 Issues of today’s economy–consumer confidence index -the value of the future is determined by the dollar of today. I. Confidence Misplaced (vss 6-7a) A. For The Psalmist The psalmist had a high view of the future "Look at how rich I am!" -3 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Dad's Or Dud's

Contributed by Richard White on Jul 9, 2003

We have this choice, we can be DAD’s or we can be DUD’s the next generation is depending on us.

DAD’S OR DUD’S Anyone can be a Father; it takes someone special to be a Dad There are 3 components to being a DAD The First Component is Dedication 1. Duet 6: 1-9 2. Prov 3:1-12 The second component is Active Ps. 103:7-16 1. No Absenteeism Parenting 2. No Couch potato “Daddying” 3. ACOA ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Covenant Relationship With God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 18, 2003

Our God is a covenant-relationship God. In the Old Testament, God entered into a covenant relationship with Israel. Today, He enters into a covenant relationship with the individual believer.

A COVENANT RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD "But now He has obtained a more excellent ministry, by as much as He is also the mediator of a better covenant, which has been enacted on better promises. For if that first covenant had been faultless, there would have been no occasion for a second….When He said, ’A ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:8-13

Denomination: Baptist