Sermons on finding meaning:

The Meaning Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 15, 2008

Uses the last sayings of Jesus to understand the meaning of the cross.

As with all my sermons no sermon is original, there may be some material for other sources through the years. Title: The Meaning of the Cross Theme: To try to understand the meaning of the cross through the last sayings of Jesus Text: Luke 23:32-34 Luk 23:32 There were also two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32

Denomination: Church Of God

Words And Their Meaning

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 26, 2015

The Word of God stands forever, because the Word gives us life. Jesus’ obedience to God created the foundation upon which God can build and enter the temple called our heart.

There’s a story about an elderly couple that was walking out of church one Sunday. The wife said to the husband, “Did you see the strange hat Mrs. O’Brien was wearing?” “No, I didn’t,” replied her husband. “Bill smith badly needs a haircut, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

Meaning Of Motherhood

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 11, 2013

God's plan for mothers is more than meets the eye. Let's look at two purposes of motherhood that God has made plain in His word.

Today is Mother’s day, 2013. Let me show you a couple of slides that depict motherhood a bit. Slides: 1. Four generations of women 2. A mother and baby 3. Psalm 131 4. Mom with shouting son 5. Mom and finger pointing daughter 6. Mom pointing finger at teenage son 7. Mom and dad arguing ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Meaning Of The Resurrection

Contributed by David Leach on Apr 5, 2015

The meaning of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ to you and me

1 Cor 15:21 For since by man (Adam) came death (spiritual death, that is, death to God, followed eventually by physical death) by Man also (Jesus Christ) came the resurrection of the dead (and our being made alive in our spirits to God again, and eventually our receiving a new immortal body). 22 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Saji Varghese on Sep 1, 2017

This sermon is all about the sharing process of Christmas.

THEME: MEANING OF CHRISTMAS INTRODUCTION Today I have an inspiration to preach about the meaning of Christmas. The word ‘Christmas’ represents the combination of two words, "Christ" and "mass." The word means "the mass of Christ." But what does "mass" really mean in the compound word Christmas? ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

By Means Of A Harlot

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 21, 2016

To show that harlots is a trap to a man, will reduce a man for mere payment for food and will endanger the man's life because his loved ones will be next to be attacked by the harlot.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you protected by Wisdom? Yes, because the Great I Am lives within me. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that harlots is a trap to a man, will reduce a man for mere payment for food and will endanger the man's life because his loved ones will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Searching For Meaning

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

The Book of Ecclesiastes

Why Am I Here? What is my purpose? This is the question we ALL ask… The writer sees futility Nothing seems to change (1:4-7) Nothing seems to satisfy (1:8) Nothing seems new (1:9-11) The writer searches for wisdom… Man’s wisdom is trying to catch the wind. God’s wisdom is great! But of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Baptism

Contributed by John Oscar on Aug 1, 2023

A message on the biblical truth, qualifications, and importance of baptism (given during a baptismal service)

The Meaning of Baptism CCCAG, July 9th, 2023 Scripture: Matthew 3:11-17 1993 was a big year for Tammie and me. It started with the birth of our oldest daughter in May. In July I decided to follow Jesus Christ as my Lord and savior. In September, Tammy followed me in that decision. Then it was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Meaning Of Passover Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Passover: The origin of the Lord’s Supper is Passover. This holy day reminds us of all the Lord has done by freeing us from the bondage of sin and bringing us into the Promised Land of eternal life in Christ Jesus.

Next week is Easter, and since it falls on the first of the quarter this year we will partake of the Lord’s Supper on Easter morning. Tonight we will, in a manner of sorts, be observing Communion with what is called a Passover Meal. Now, the origin of the Lord’s Supper just so happens to be the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Baptism Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Jun 23, 2021

For many people, baptism is shrouded in such great mystery that they fear giving their heart and life to Christ because they don’t want to go through being baptized. This message seeks to clear up some misconceptions.

Allow me to begin with a cute illustration. “The six-year-old grandson of Ruth Kirby told his mother that he had been baptized. Well, mom knew he hadn’t been formally baptized, so she probed a little further into the matter. She asked him to explain what he meant by ‘baptized.’ Little Blake ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Romans 6:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Easter

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021

Jesus will give existence to your decomposed bodies. He allows no one to go out of existence.

Had you chosen to visit the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem today to celebrate Easter, you would no doubt want to visit the central shrine that is all probability the place of Jesus' death, burial, and Resurrection. And while no one is absolutely certain that this is indeed the location of the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

In The Mean Time

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 13, 2021

Before we leave this world how will we live our life?

“In The Mean Time” 2 Corinthians 5:2-21 . 2 Meanwhile (In the Mean time or For the time being ), we groan, to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, 4For while we are in this tent (This Body) , we groan and are burdened, we want heaven 1. Paul shares with Corinth in the meantime. The now time, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:2-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Means Of Grace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 23, 2023

God’s power does not depend on tangible things or reside in visible things. It is God in Christ who calls, and when we come to him, it is God in Christ who heals.

Can you imagine how desperate General Naaman must have been? Aram and Israel were enemies, for goodness’ sake. They were raiding across each other's borders, looting and taking slaves and generally making nuisances of themselves, keeping in practice for the next full-scale hostilities to break ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Three Steps To Finding Victory Over Sin Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 1, 2022

What is victory and what does it mean?

What is victory and what does it mean? • Victory - a conquest, a gaining of superiority in a contest, overcoming an enemy, success in a struggle, to endeavor against odds or difficulties. • Defeat - to suffer, prevention of success, loss of a contest, failure, to be overthrown. Have you ever felt ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Grace Or Falling Short Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 30, 2008

This message followed as part of a series on Hebrews 12. It deals with one of three serious blockages to spiritual growth and health. What does it mean to fall short of God’s grace?

“Finding Grace or Falling Short” Just as God instructs every follower of Christ to passionately and continually promote and pursue healing, peace and purity, we are also commanded to continually address three specific peace and purity busters in the Christian community; three things that hinder ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance