Sermons on explanation: showing 286-300 of 11,161

The Two Questions Of Easter: What Does It Mean? How Does It Work?

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Apr 1, 2002

Easter – what does it mean? Easter means at least THREE IMPORTANT THINGS. Easter – how does it work? Easter meets at least THREE IMPORTANT LIFE-NEEDS…

INTRODUCTION Skit Opening Statement: Just like those reporters were struggling to make sense of the resurrection, maybe you are struggling to make sense of what Easter means to you today. Maybe you’re asking lots of questions, like our reporters were. Many people believe in the resurrection of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:58

A Seeing Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 20, 2002

We can have confidence in God.

A SEEING FAITH Habakkuk 2:1-20 S: Understanding God Th: Where is God when things go wrong? Pr: WE CAN HAVE CONFIDENCE IN GOD. ?: Why? KW: Explanations TS: We will find in our study three explanations of why we can have confidence in God. The ____ explanation of why we can have confidence in God ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Servant's Heart

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 4, 2001

7 expressions of a servant’s heart are seen in a personal surrender of ....

A Servant’s Heart—John 13:1-20 Reaching the end of a job interview, the human resources person asked a young engineer fresh out of MIT what kind of a salary he was looking for. "In the neighborhood of $140,000 a year, depending on the benefits package." "Well, what would you say to a package of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Standard Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 2, 2020

God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness.

The Standard Matthew 5:1, 17,10 God teaches that internal righteousness is what produces external acts of righteousness. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Today we begin a new seven-week series entitled, “Sermon on the Mount: A Kingdom Upside Down.” • This series will encourage Christians to go beyond ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What A Christian Hears

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 10, 2002

A sincere Christian witness is dependent upon a particular manner/quality of listening. BUT What does a sincere Christian witness hear? A sincere Christian witness hears that...

WHAT A CHRISTIAN HEARS—Luke 8:16-21 The sincerity with which we approach God’s voice. The manner/way/sincerity in which we listen affects our Christian witness. Jesus told the multitude that the way in which they listened to Him was of utmost importance to their witness. A sincere Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

Hypocrisy. A work we like to use on everyone but our selves. This sermon takes a look at hyposcrisy.

Romans 2:1-16 Getting on the same Page as God about Hypocrisy Introduction A. I admit I am still young. But I have learned a few things along the way B. You know what I have come to value the most C. An honest answer D. The one time when I was counseling I asked my guys were they stood as far as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Securing The Success Of Jesus’ Mission-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 6, 2004

Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. How does prayer secure the success of Jesus’ mission? 9 acquisitions securing the success of Jesus’ mission. Part 2 of a 2-part sermon.

SECURING THE SUCCESS OF JESUS’ MISSION-II—John 17:1-26 Thru prayer, Jesus sought to secure the success of His mission. The success of Jesus’ mission is secured thru prayer. How does prayer secure the success of Jesus’ mission? 4 acquisitions securing the success of Jesus’ mission are.... 1. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Humility Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 28, 2016

Understanding the Buzz Words of Christianity

Series: Buzz Words Week: 1 Passage: Various Title: What is Humility? Focus: Christian Living ATTENTION: C.S. Lewis once said, “True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” INTRODUCTION: “Humility” occurs 10 times in the NASB. Four in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Facts On Jesus Messiah Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Nov 23, 2016

Christmas Series from Isaiah

Series: Immanuel Week: Three Passage: Isaiah 9:6-7 Title: Five Facts on Jesus Messiah Interesting Statement: What do these people have in common - Abram, Sarai, Jacob and Saul? They all had a change of name, to reflect a change of direction. Introduction: Names in the Bible are extremely ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Immanuel Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Nov 23, 2016

Christmas Series from Isaiah

Series: Immanuel Week: Four Passage: Isaiah 53 Title: Immanuel Interesting Statement: The Bible says that God "richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment." He didn't have to do it, but he did, because he loves us – that’s the best Christmas present ever. Introduction: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mouth (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 6, 2016

The seven things God hates.

Series: Seven Week: 2 Passage: Proverbs 6:16-19 Title: The Mouth (Part 1) Interesting Statement: A man reputedly slandered a local pastor. One day, he realizing the weight of his hurtful words and went to the pastor for forgiveness. The pastor told him he would forgive him on one condition - he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 13

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 31, 2020

Are we just dust in the wind?

Christ taught with Parables / Stories 1. The birds ate the seeds on the road. 2. The rocky places don't allow growth. 3. The thorns chocked the seeds. 4. The good soil produced 30, 60 and 100 fold. The explanations of the mysteries of the kingdom The story explained 1. When someone ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Purpose #3: You Were Created To Become Like Christ Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003

Deals with Purpose #3 specifically growing during difficult times

Romans 8:28-29 Purpose #3: You Were Created To Become Like Christ Growing through tough times Introduction A. Sometimes life is easy B. Sometimes we learn, grow, and laugh the whole entire time C. Let me give you some good advice, enjoy those times! D. Those times will not always be there E. Those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Rocks, Paper, Jesus Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2010

Exposition of Heb 3:1-6 regarding the superior excellencies of Jesus over Moses

Text: Heb 3:1-6a, Title: Rocks, Paper, Jesus, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/26/10, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: After proclaiming the superiority of Christ over the angels, and speaking of the benefits of Christ’s death toward us, the preacher makes an abrupt shift, getting ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Look, Listen, And Feel

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

I am sure you have all heard those words with CPR training however they can apply to our lives spiritually as well

James 1:19-27 Look, Listen, and Feel Introduction A. How many of you are certified in CPR? B. After you give the two rescue breaths what are you suppose to do? Look Listen and Feel C. This is very important for our spiritual life also. D. Background 1. One of my favorite books 2. James is a very ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance