Sermons on Finishing Well:

Setting A Good Example (Part Four) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 15, 2018

In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example.

SETTING A GOOD EXAMPLE (part four) In week one we saw how Jesus set a good example. In week two we saw how Paul set a good example. Last week we saw that we can learn from bad examples, too. Today, we'll finish the series by looking at some more good examples so we can set a good example. 1) Mary ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:18-20, 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10, James 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayin’ Like A Pagan - Matthew 6:7-8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 30, 2024

How would you naturally finish this sentence: “God already knows what you need before you ask him, therefore ____.” The conclusion Jesus finishes that sentence gives us great insight into how to pray in a way that truly communes with God, rather than just saying dry words.

Matthew 6:5-8 And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by men. I tell you the truth, they have received their reward in full. 6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8

Dad's Divine Duty

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 15, 2003

As God’s representatives in the home, fathers have a duty to set the standard of godliness, as well as providing for its physical well-being.

DAD’S DIVINE DUTY Text: Ps.128: 1-6 Intro: When we think of the word “duty” we think of “responsibility” or “obligation;” something that is a requirement, not merely an option. That which is our duty to do is usually taken very seriously; that is if one is mature enough to realize the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

A New Beginning

Contributed by Larry Meador on Jul 7, 2001

The way we start out will determin how we finish. We need not fear the unfamiliar territory that God is leading us in

A NEW BEGINNING JOSHUA CHAPTER 1 Webster defines "Beginning " as a starting, or a commencement. To set forth on a particular path, or course. When you get married, you begin a new course, you begin afresh. nd I believe we as a church body are at a place of new beginnings. Isaiah 43:19 says, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Live In Preparation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 14, 2023

This is the 10th sermon in the series "Live Well".

Series: Live Well [#10] LIVE IN PREPARATION 1 Peter 5:1-14 Introduction: As we finish our study in 1 Peter, we are encouraged to live our lives in preparation for the return of Jesus Christ. God has left us here for a reason. We are to serve God by using the spiritual gifts and talents He has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Faith Alive Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 19, 2003

In this introductory message, we’ll look at how this young church was started and we’ll focus on what the believers did to keep their walk with God fresh.

Keeping Your Faith Alive Two country pastors were standing by the side of a highway holding up a sign that read, “The end is near! Turn around now before it’s too late!” The plan was to lift the sign up high and point to the words as cars came down the road. The first driver slowed down enough ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-3, Acts 17:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

It Was Just The Beginning For Me

Contributed by John Johnson on Jun 1, 2002

What was begun before the creation of the world was now finished. God’s redemptive plan. But it was also the beginning for whosoever will.

It was just the beginning for me John 19:30 One thing that we must realize today is that God loves us. It doesn’t matter what size or what color you are. God loves you. It doesn’t matter how old you are or how young you are, God still loves us. He loves you and I so much that he sent his only ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

Woe Unto Them That Are At Ease In Zion

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 22, 2010

Too many turn away from God before he is finished giving them what they need to be of full service.

WOE UNTO THEM THAT ARE AT EASE IN ZION Cold dead services are the direct results of a self-satisfied religion that knows nothing about the mighty miracle working power and presence of the Holy Spirit in exalting the Lord Jesus Christ. Amos 6:1Woe to them that are at ease in Zion, and ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Shall Stand

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2014

To show that JESUS is our firm foundation, the author and finisher of our faith that's why we can stand firm.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you standing firm? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is our firm foundation, the author and finisher of our faith that's why we can stand firm. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 12:7 (Amplified Bible) 12:7 The wicked are overthrown and are not, but the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Live By Righteousness Of Law Man Needs To Do Them

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is the end of the Law, thus we are made righteous because of Him and His finished work on the cross.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you righteous by the works of the Law? No. I'm righteous because JESUS exchanged His life with me. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Amplified Bible) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Live By Righteousness Of Law Man Needs To Do Them

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is the end of the Law, thus we are made righteous because of Him and His finished work on the cross.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you righteous by the works of the Law? No. I'm righteous because JESUS exchanged His life with me. 2 Corinthians 5:21 (Amplified Bible) For our sake He made Christ [virtually] to be sin Who knew no sin, so that in and through Him we might become [endued with, viewed as being in, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Attitudes And Actions For Victory Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2011

This sermon finishes the series on 1 Peter and focuses on how to win the victory over our enemy and the persecution he brings.

Introduction: A. I like the story told of the 5-year old boy who was in the kitchen as his mother was making supper. 1. His mother asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. 2. “It’s dark in there and I’m ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Christmas Carol Stave 5, Christmas Eve

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 22, 2018

This finishes up our series by showing how Christmas changes people. In this case that the Magi left Bethelhem changed men.

Here we are it’s Christmas Eve, which brings us to the end of our A Christmas Carol Series at Cornerstone. Through the past four weeks we’ve been using Dickens’ most famous story as a frame work for the Christmas story. If you aren’t familiar with A Christmas Carol, it is divided up into five ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Rewards Part Two Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 13 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message finishes the exploration or rewards began in message 12.

See notes provided in Message 12 -- Rewards Part One. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

My Refuge In Times Of Trouble

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 5, 2020

The following sermon is going to focus first on the false refuge of the things of this world and finish with what refuge in God looks like.

Our Refuge Psalms 46:1-3 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “If, indeed the Lord be our refuge and strength, we are entitled to seek after a spirit which shall bear us above the dreads of common men.” When the tides of tribulations come roaring into one’s life and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-3

Denomination: Baptist