Sermons on First Base Mine:

Thank God For The First Centuries Atheists

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Sep 4, 2014

The Romans consider the Christians of their day to be Atheists. This sermon considers Polycarp and his stand.

Polycarp Quotes: “Though you do not see Him, you believe, and in believing there is unspeakable joy.” “He who raised Him [Jesus] from the dead will raise us, if we do His will, and walk in His commandments, and love what He loved.” “The person that has love is far from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The First Word From The Cross: Forgiven Series

Contributed by Kevin Hall on Mar 5, 2013

The First Word uttered from the Cross? 1.) Father 2.) Forgive 3.) They Don't Know what They are Doing

Luke 23:34 Then Jesus said, “Father, forgive them; they do not know what they are doing.” Close your eyes…imagine the scene if you will. Can you smell the sand in the air? Can you hear them say”Give us Barabas? Can you feel the hot air, the sweat rolling down your brow? Can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-34

Denomination: Methodist

Therapeutic Preaching In The Twenty First Century

Contributed by Dr. David L. Lane on May 16, 2013

Psalms 46:1 outlines the fundamental principles necessary to teach THERAPEUTIC PREACHING IN THE TWENTY FIRST CENTURY,

THERAPEUTIC PREACHING IN THE TWENTY FIRST CENTURY David L. Lane Ph.D. Text: Psalms 46: 1 I N T R O D U C T I O N Biblical Preaching is proclamation done for God's glory and man’s growth. In view of our world today and its complexities, contradictions, traumas, turmoil, pain, problems, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blind Man: A First Person Narrative

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Jun 25, 2013

A monologue of John 9:1-38 from the perspective of the blind man.

INTRODUCTION Have you ever had one of those days that you know you will never forget; a day that had a profound impact on your life? I’m sure you have. We all have. Start with World/historical events Sep 11, 2001 – 9/11 attack on World Trade Center and Pentagon Dec 7, 1941 – ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Left Our First Love At Home

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 5, 2014

Jesus gives some steps to renewing our first love, they are not only good for restoring our love for Him but great steps in renewing our love for our spouse!

Rev. 2:4-5-Nevertheless I have this against you, that you have left your first love. Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent and do the first works, or else I will come to you quickly and remove your lampstand from its place—unless you repent. A man came to his pastor and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The First Six Seals, Part 1

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 13, 2014

As the Tribulation begins, words can barely describe the times that are ahead of the inhabitants of Earth. Christians today ought to live and act with urgency to tell others about Jesus, and this chapter begins to show us why!

The First Six Seals, Part 1 Revelation, Part 6, Revelation 6:1-6 Introduction - Today we begin to look at a time so horrific … words barely describe it -- There’s an urgency to tell others about Jesus; because this is prophecy - I want to remind you that after Chap. 3 the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Six Seals, Part 2

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 16, 2014

The importance of knowing what will happen during the end times is vital to a Christian today, because it is in this knowledge that we can warn others and speak truthfully about the Salvation God offers through Jesus Christ!

The First Six Seals, Part 2 Revelation, Part 7, Revelation 6:7-17 Introduction - On Wednesday we began examining a horrific time in Earth’s history -- The first three seals (from the scroll) have been opened by Jesus - The White Horse -- The white horse brings a man of conquest -- ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Have To Take The First Step

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Jan 16, 2013

Just like the Israelite priests carrying the ark into the Jordan river, Christians must take the first step in faith to move forward with God's plan.

Joshua 3:1-17 Pray Did you ever notice that as people, we’re kind of obsessed with weight? We are always talking about how people in Hollywood are too skinny. She's so skinny she must have to jump around in the shower just to get wet. And even more than being obsessed with being skinny, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steadfast In Prayers: The First Church In Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jul 14, 2014

The birth of the Church commences the Growth of the Church by the Spirit and the Word.

Steadfast in Prayers: The First Church of Jerusalem (2) Acts 2:42: “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” As the God’s Heavenly Holy Spirit is sent down upon those gathered at Pentecost in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

First In Everything! (A Christmas Sermon)

Contributed by David Mende on Dec 1, 2018

Christ deserves the first place in all things: in our lives, in our families, in our time, in our conversations, in our studies, in our mission and ministry, in our jobs and businesses, in our decisions, and in everything! I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

INTRODUCTION (SECURE ATTENTION) & BACKGROUND OF THE PASSAGE: PRAY before starting the sermon. We live in a pluralistic society and thus presenting the uniqueness of Christ is a great challenge. Some see Jesus as a great teacher. Some see Him as a prophet. Others perceive Him as a great ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Flight Into Egypt And Masacre Of Innocents Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 16, 2017

Matthew tells how Jesus was saved from this slaughter of innocents and Jesus' family's escape by night.

-4 BC- Bethlehem, Jerusalem and Egypt Flight into Egypt and Massacre of Innocents (Jeremiah 31:15) Matthew 2:13-18 History records many evil men. You would be able to compile a list of their names as easily as I can, and your list would probably have some of the same names; Hitler, Osama Bin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Eliphaz’s First Conversation With Job Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 21, 2017

In this first conversation, the more senior friend lays an accusation on heavily, and what it does it torment Job, instead of helping him recover. What Job needs is a comforter – but instead he receives condemnation.

Eliphaz’s First Conversation with Job Job Sermon Series, Part 5 Introduction (Job Slide) - This morning and for the next few weeks, we will see several conversations -- These conversations involve Job and his friends who’ve come to visit - These friends have come to comfort friend, but not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First And Second Coming Of Jesus Christ! Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 23, 2019

Jesus Christ came to earth as a newborn baby in a manger in Bethlehem.

Jesus Christ came to earth as a newborn baby in a manger in Bethlehem. During the second coming of Jesus Christ, He will defeat the Antichrist, destroy evil, and establish His Millennial Kingdom. When Jesus came first He died, to pay the penalty for the sins of the world. During His second coming, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 16:27, Micah 5:2, Revelation 1:7

The Religious Leaders Missed The First Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 3, 2021

We are in danger of becoming indifferent to the things of God.

INTRODUCTION Most of life is made up of ordinary moments. You wake up, you head out to work, you must deal with people throughout the day, and no ordinary day would be complete without having to solve a problem or two. Yet, sometimes extraordinary events can break into those ordinary moments. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Time For Some First Century Action

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 17, 2020

You cannot have what they had in the 1st Century if you are not willing to receive what they had and act with it.

Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching. I wonder what our spiritual life would be like ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Ezekiel 18:25, Ezekiel 18:29

Denomination: Baptist