Sermons on First Born:

Marriage Series

Contributed by Keith Andrews on Jun 12, 2006

Fourth in the "From the Heart" Series. Basics building blocks to marriage.

Marriage All Scripture Marked NKJV: The New King James Version. 1996, c1982. Nashville: Thomas Nelson. Tonight, we are continuing a series called “From the Heart” and tonight we are talking about Marriage. When I began thinking about this series, I was at home enjoying the time with my family. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Baptist

God's Elijah

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Jun 14, 2006

If God could use such a man then He should be able to use men the same way today.

What a great man of God Elijah was. Here is a man that God used mightily. Here is a man of the OT who had great miracles manifested through him. Listen to the great miracles that happened in this mans life: *Increases the oil of the widow of Zarephath: 1 Kings 17:17-24. *Raises the son of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Church Of Philadelphia 6 Series

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Jun 17, 2006

an in-depth look at the charachteristics of the 7 churches of revelation.

The church at Philadelphia 6 of 7 Rev. 3:7-13 Review of 1st 5 churches 1. Ephesus- return to your first love 2. Smyrna- Have no fear of those things which are about to try you 3. Paramus- Study the word of God for yourself 4. Thyatira- Remain faithful to God 5. Sardis- Had a name that they were ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Followers Of God Through Jesus Christ

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Jun 23, 2006

To describe ourself as a "Christian" is an awesome responsibility that is not to be taken lightly. We must strive to live so that others might actually see the SPIRIT and the DIVINE NATURE OF JESUS CHRIST present in all that we say and all that we do.

What Does It Mean to Be a Follower of Jesus Christ? Scripture Reference: Ephesians 5:1-2 ’Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given Himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

'god's Family' Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jun 27, 2006

This is the last in the series of seven from firm foundations series looking at Christian basics this one is entitled Gods Family.

Gods Family Heb.10.19-25. Introduction. From filling up at the petrol station, shopping at the local shopping centre, buying the flat pack from Ikea, Its very rare you find others filling your car at the pump, or somebody else taking your shopping to the car or even the Ikea building your flat ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Part 5 - Longsuffering Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 29, 2006

A deep look at what longsuffering is and how we obtain it in our modern world.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 5 – Longsuffering Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. We’ve spoke over the past few weeks on Love, Joy and Peace, and today I would like to talk ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9

Denomination: Bible Church

Drifting From The Love Of God

Contributed by James May on Aug 2, 2006

What will we answer when we are confronted with confessing our belief in Christ?

Drifting from the Love of God Youth Service The film that you will see will last only about 6 minutes but it will make you think. To set the scene let me tell you about it before we start. The man and woman in van are a Pastor and his wife who are on vacation. He has preached about Jesus all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Place No One Wants To Go

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 4, 2006

There are many places in this world that I would like to go to. I would love to go to USA to visit my friends... But I missed this opportunity because the embassy denied my application....But, there is one place where no one wants to go...

A PLACE NO ONE WANTS TO GO Mark 9:43-48 There are many places in this world that I would like to go to. I would love to go to USA to visit my friends. My brother offered me to visit him in the USA 3 years ago and he will shoulder all my expenses but I missed this opportunity because the embassy ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reign Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 6, 2006

How the Kingdom should reign in us and the responses we should make to its reign.

The Reign of the Kingdom of God. Mark.1:14-20. Mark has clearly laid the foundations for us about the gospel v1. We have seen the arrival of John the Baptist confirmed through the prophets. We see in the baptism of Jesus his inauguration and identification. In his temptations we see further ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Know What To Know Series

Contributed by Michael West on Aug 12, 2006

What would happen to Christians and the need in this world if we could get to the place where we really could believe God at His Word?

Sunday August 13, 2006 at River of Life Ministries Series: Move It Part 4 Sermon: Know What To Know by Pastor Michael West Scripture: Matthew 11:1-12 After Jesus was crucified and rose from the dead, there was a distinct change in the disciples. They went from the average everyday man, to bold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Upside Down Kingdom

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 12, 2006

The Kingdom of God is an upside down kingdom where to be a child is to be great and the proud are rejected.

“An Upside Down Kingdom” Main Passage (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV) “… The disciples came to Jesus, saying, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like (little) children, you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

The Ancient Office Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 25, 2006

The one office we see early in the book of Genesis that continues through eternity in the Book of Revelation is the office of elder! This office is so important that every Christian should understand and support it.

The Ancient Office (I Peter 5:1-4) 1. A pastor thought God gave Him an idea, and he presented it in the monthly elders meeting. After giving his most impassioned plea and really “selling” the idea to the elder board, the board voted and voted down the pastors proposed changes 12-1. The head elder ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lesson Of The Fig Tree

Contributed by David Rogers on Sep 2, 2006

A sermon on about being a productive, serving, worshipping Christian

The Lesson of the Fig Tree Luke 13:6-8 Prayer Introduction Have you ever bought something and it did not work? You spend good, hard earned money on something and bring it home, spent the time hooking it up and it does not work. How did it make you feel? Were you angry, hurt, sad, or some other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Sep 5, 2006

The encounter of the rich young ruler with Jesus. "What must I do to recieve eternal life?"

Mark 10:17 V 31. Called to count the cost. "Are we counting the cost? Are you like me when it comes to swimming,I appear to have an aversion to water...Some people just dive right in, without blinking an eye, but I can’t help just dipping in with my toes. I’m not prepared to dive right in and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Silly Question

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 8, 2006

A sermon on the Sadducees question about the resurrection based on Luke 20:27-44. (Much material adapted from Sermon Central Contributor Scott Carson from his sermon, "Are You My Wife?")

Sermon for 9/3/2006 Luke 20:27-44 Introduction: Silly Questions: Are eclipses confusing to roosters? If a wedding goes off without a hitch, was it successful? I read in the paper that a submarine sank. Isn’t that their job? WBTU: A. My sermon doesn’t have much to do with Labor Day except resting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ