Sermons on First Adam:

Downsizing Part 2: The Plastic Bag Series

Contributed by Travis Voeltz on Jul 28, 2019

In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things.

Open In the first part of this series on downsizing, we talked about the effects on our brain on a regular practice of rejoicing in the Lord. We reflected on the error in putting our confidences in earthly things. We discussed our chances at fulfillment when we carry around our hopes and dreams in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

New Beginnings

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 25, 2020

Spoke about Job and Esther and what their life was about. It was also our first Sunday back to Church after being out for about 4 months because of Covid-19.

Scripture: Rom 8:31 Title: New Beginnings Romans 8:31b 31b  If God is for us, who can ever be against us? As we say in the country we have been hunkered down in our homes and had limited travel. During the last four months we have been hunkered down and now we are out of our homes and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Disease Of Diotrephes

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 21, 2019

Diotrephes was a trouble maker trying to run the church. Paul tells Gaius he will deal with him when he comes. Peace is possible in spite of those who love to be first.

THE DISEASE OF DIOTREPHES SCRIPTURE: KJV III John 1:9 “I wrote unto the church: but Diotrephes, who loveth to have the preeminence among them, receiveth us not. (v. 10) Wherefore, if I come, I will remember his deeds which he doeth, prating against us with malicious words: and not content ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9, 3 John 1:1, 1 John 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

On The Road With Jesus: Zacchaeus Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on Apr 4, 2019

This first person narrative makes Zacchaeus out to be a bitter little man who finds himself all alone and his life is forever changed by the kindness and forgiveness offered by Jesus

On the Road with Jesus: Zacchaeus Luke 19:1-10 March 31, 2019 Jesus is on his way to Jerusalem. It all started when he raised Lazarus from the dead. This was obviously no small thing and many people were coming over to the teachings of Jesus. Many were claiming that Jesus could be the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Friends

Connections Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020

Luke 1 narrates the birth of the Messiah, and the first chapter of the book of Acts of the Apostles expresses the Birth of the Church. Luke brings out the connection between the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.

1: 01-11 Introduction to Acts of the Apostles 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts 1: 4-08 Connection between Christ and Disciples 1: 9-11 Connectivity between Present and Future Church 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Mark Part 1 (Nasb), Written 3 Years Around 30 Ad; He's Also Called John Mark Or Marcus

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jun 23, 2025

notes from Marilyn Hickey Ministries; footnotes from bibleway.com; Jesus the Servant and Sacrifice; written for Gentiles / Romans. Oxford says it's the first gospel.

Preaching of John the Baptist 1 The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. 2 As it is written in Isaiah the prophet: “Behold, I send My messenger [a]ahead of You, Who will prepare Your way; 3 The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ‘Make ready the way of the Lord, Make His ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

I'll Be Home For Christmas Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 14, 2024

On that first Christmas it seems that no one was "home for Christmas" and yet Jesus was born to give us the promise a home with Him forever. What can that promise mean to us?

(Singing this acapella) “I'll be home for Christmas, you can plan on me. Please have snow and mistletoe and presents on the tree. Christmas Eve will find me where the lovelight gleams. I'll be home for Christmas if only in my dreams.” That Christmas song was written back in 1924, but it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Second City Of Refuge - Shechem Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Dec 1, 2022

In the previous message we studied the name of the first city named ‘Kedesh’ which meant ‘holy.’ For this message we will study the name of the second city ‘Shechem’ which means ‘shoulder.’

Today’s meditation is taken from Joshua 20:1-2, “Then the LORD told Joshua to say to the people of Israel, "Choose the cities of refuge that I had Moses tell you about.” (GNB) Even during the days of Moses, the Lord had commanded him that when the Israelites reached the Promised Land, they ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:7, Joshua 20:8

Denomination: Other

Gideon: An Unlikely Hero Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 2, 2022

Gideon didn't have much going for him but he had faith in the LORD. That was enough and God used him in a mighty way--after this first encounter, that is.

(Note: This message is edited from a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO on October 9. 2022 and is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Gideon is mentioned here in Judges and he’s also one of those in the “Hebrews Hall of Fame” in Hebrews 11. I have to confess, the first ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-23

Denomination: Baptist

New Years Message: The Blessing Journey - How God Re-Routes A Life

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 4, 2026

This is a message, the first for the new year, about Abram's process of being called and serving God, and it asks the congregation to consider God's calling in their lives afresh.

Abraham - “The Blessing Journey: How God Re-routes a Life” Happy New Year! New Year, new you?...Maybe. But the best news is: the same Jesus—yesterday, today, and forever! We’ve just been through the Advent and Christmas season, and this is...the first Sunday of 2026. Christmas of course is the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Baptism Of The Lord And Contemplation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 9, 2026

It is meant to improve yourself in everything through the practice of Christian perfection, guiding your souls to more holiness by cooperating with God's grace given first to you in baptism.

Instead of typical New Year’s resolutions to exercise, eat better and lose weight—the Church says just become God-like and you can do all that and much more. It is not that “you yourself are God,” but we are “gods by grace” (Aquinas) beginning with baptism as we have the indwelling of God in our ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37

Denomination: Catholic

Follow Me: The Call To Discipleship Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 4, 2023

Following Jesus requires us to leave behind our old ways and put him first in our lives. It may come at a cost, but the rewards of knowing and serving him are immeasurable.

Hey guys! Ever played a game of Follow the Leader? You know, where one person leads and everyone else has to do exactly what they do? Well, today we're going to talk about the ultimate game of Follow the Leader with Jesus as our leader. Let's dive into a story from the Bible, Matthew 4:18-22. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22, John 14:6

Topics: Spiritual Growth, Servant Leadership, Faith Journey, Divine Calling

Victory Over Stress PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore what the Bible says about stress, emphasizing that while anxiety is unavoidable, we can find peace and strength to overcome it through faith and seeking God's kingdom first.

Good morning, church family! We all know that life can be full of pressures, right? There's work-related stress, family issues, financial problems, health concerns - the list goes on and on. We all experience stress in one form or another. The question is, how do we handle it? Today, we're going to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:27-34, Philippians 4:6-7

Topics: Defeating, Enemy

The Reason For Christmas

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 10, 2019

The message is about what I have missed regarding the Christmas story.

Pastor asked me to deliver a Christmas message tonight. So, I’m going to begin by putting Barry on “Front Street.” For those of you who are not familiar with the phrase, “Front Street” simply means I’m going to share something with you that’s personal and not particularly flattering about Barry. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, John 6:37, Titus 2:14, Matthew 18:11, Luke 1:30-33, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 5:1-3, Romans 5:12, John 3:16-17, John 10:10, Mark 10:42-45, Luke 19:10, Luke 1:30-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Constant Cravings Series

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Apr 30, 2005

The 10th commandment is as comprehensive as the first. Perhaps more than any other, it focuses on the interior of the human heart. It is not concerned so much with what we do, but with what we think. It is less about action and more about attitude

Constant Cravings: The Tenth Commandment Exodus 20: 1-17 I grew up in a house with one other sibling, a brother, Trae. Actually his name is Frank William Houck the Third but we have always called him Trae. He was the one that I fought with, and rode bikes with, and fought with and built forts ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ