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1 Kings: Part 1 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, Church! Today, we are journeying through the pages of the Old Testament, specifically 1 Kings 1:1-5:18. We'll be exploring the final days of King David, Solomon's request for wisdom, and the preparations for the Temple. In the words of revered Christian author, A.W. Tozer, "Wisdom is ...read more

Topics: History, Kings

Rejecting And Forgetting God As King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

To highlight the importance of recognizing and honoring God as our ultimate King, using the example of the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, and the consequences that followed.

Good morning, church family! I hope you're all safe and well. Today, we're going to delve into a critical moment in Israel's history when they rejected God as their King and demanded a human king. We'll be focusing on 1 Samuel 8, where we see the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:6-9

Topics: New King, Israel

Advent 1: Jesus The King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

This sermon explores the divine announcement of Jesus' birth in Luke 1:26-38, emphasizing the hope and certainty His coming brings in a chaotic and unpredictable world. Key

Good morning, family of faith. It's a joy to stand before you today, not because of any merit of my own, but because of the glorious privilege we all share - the privilege to gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to honor Him, to learn from His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Titles Of Jesus, Incarnation

Advent 1: Jesus The King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

This sermon explores God's extraordinary work in the ordinary, focusing on the announcement, arrival, and assignment of Jesus as depicted in Luke 1:26-38.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be standing before you today, not as a speaker, but as a fellow traveler on this road we call faith. We gather here not because we have all the answers, but because we are all seekers, yearning to understand the mysteries of God's love and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Incarnation

Where Is He That Is Born King?

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 24, 2022

Wise men still seek Him.

WHERE IS HE THAT IS BORN KING? Matthew 2:1-12. MATTHEW 2:1. This verse simply states that “when Jesus was born in Bethlehem” there came “wise men from the east to Jerusalem.” MATTHEW 2:2. The visitors were forthright. They were come seeking the one “born King of the Jews.” It is unusual for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King's Reign Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The King's Reign

Psalm 72 The King's Reign 1. The Review of the Kings’ Reign. - 3 Kings “A Psalm of Solomon” (Intro) & “The prayers of David” (v. 20) And The Messiah - 17 His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: Messiah's reign is... A. Faithful, ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Discover The Kingdom - An Unlikely King Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the humble beginnings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that his birth in modest circumstances makes him a unique and relatable savior, and invites us to discover his Kingdom.

Consider beginning the message by highlighting some of culture’s unlikely heroes. There are pop culture icons like Chesley Sullenbeger (airplane pilot), Zanjeer the Labrador (rescue dog) and Rosa Parks (activist). Consider animated heroes like Carl Fredrickson in UP, Remy in Ratatouille and Marlin ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Topics: Humble Beginnings, Kingdom Discovery, Divine Rescue

Sermon Series: Matthew: Discover The Kingdom

Six Warning Signs Of Drifting Away

Contributed by Doug Gilford on Jun 8, 2002

This sermon tells about the symptoms of drifting away from God.

Hebrews 2:1 I had an old Pastor that would tell me “Warning comes before destruction.” What he was saying is that before God sends down a judgement against a people. He always sends a warning as in the case of Jonah, and the city of Nineveh. I believe God sends us warning when we start drifting ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1, Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Distractions

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 11, 2002

This sermon was written to be preached by our young people in the church on youth day 2002. It deals with distractions which hinder our progress in life and if God.

Distractions Youth Day 6/8/2002 Proverbs 3:5-12 Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Samuel 13:1-6 Aaron Our theme for Youth Day is Distractions. LaDawn and I will share this sermon together. I’ll start it and she will finish it. What is a distraction. A distraction is anything that takes our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Proverbs 3:5-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Getting It Right

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 17, 2002

Pulpit monologue-drama, in which "Solomon" describes how his father’s example influenced him negatively, but his father’s repentance redeemed him.

“A wise child makes a glad father, but a foolish child is a mother’s grief.” Would you agree? I wrote that, you know. “Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray.” Ah, but how do we train them? That is the question. Just by commands? Or do we train them by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Satan Is Happy When We Almost Do Right.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 23, 2001

This sermon deals with Christians who choose to compromise their obedience to God.

Satan Is Happy When We Almost Choose To Do Right 5/3/98 Proverbs 3:5-12 Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Samuel 13:1-6 Almost is a word which can be very encouraging or very discouraging depending on whether you are at the top of the almost looking down or at the bottom of the almost looking up. Would ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-6, Proverbs 3:5-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 3, 2001

As we look at the life of Solomon we will be challenged to finish strong and to go the distance. (Real people True Stories - part four)

"SOLOMON, FINISHING STRONG - A GOOD START ISN’T ENOUGH" TEXT: 1 KINGS 1-11 Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line, or to the winners circle. And ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

To Obey Is Better Than Sacrifice

Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 17, 2001

A sermon for pastors and church leaders. It is a message on leadership illustrated from the interactions between Samuel and Saul.

I Samuel 14:47: After Saul had assumed rule over Israel, he fought against their enemies on every side: Moab, the Ammonites, Edom, the kings of Zobah, and the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he inflicted punishment on them. Saul was a fighting King. He was a great general. He dealt all kinds ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-29

Denomination: Holiness

House Of God Series

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Aug 7, 2001

Take a closer look at the Temple of God

Solomon’s Splendor Part 3, The House Of God 1 Kings 6 INTRODUCTION - Read 1 Kings 6:1-14 - People’s reaction - WOW! - Our Reaction??? 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 When Solomon finished praying, fire came down from heaven and consumed the burnt offering and the sacrifices, and the glory of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 6:1-38, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Amazing What You Might Find Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Aug 31, 2001

As Saul was surprized by God’s selection of him as king, we too may be surprized by the opportunitites God brings our way as we use the situations He puts us in.

“I being in the way, the LORD led me” From Genesis 24:27 Saul... His name means “asked for” Was the “tall, dark, and handsome” type Was given a rare opportunity by God We must continually follow God to find all His gifts. I Follow When God’s “Not Looking” (9:1-3a) A. Busy with life’s business ...read more

Denomination: Baptist