Sermons on First Century Jews:

First Ripe Fruit

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 3, 2013

THE PROPHET MICAH ADDRESSED MISERABLE LIFESTYLES TURNED INTO HOPE.

FIRST RIPE FRUIT INTRODUCTION: THE PROPHET MICAH PROPHESIED IN THE EIGHTH CENTURY B.C. HE ADDRESSED THE DECADENT SINS OF ISRAEL, THE NORTHERN KINGDOM AND JUDAH, THE SOUTHERN KINGDOM. INTERPRETATION: MICAH 7:1 (NKJV) WOE IS ME! FOR I AM LIKE THOSE WHO GATHER SUMMER FRUITS, LIKE THOSE WHO ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:1

Denomination: Baptist

The First Deacons Are Appointed

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 20, 2022

The purposes of church government are to organize the ministries of the church, maintain doctrinal purity, and to promote the mission of the Church

The First Deacons are Appointed Acts 6:1-7 Before we look into how we should understand this text, it is helpful to review the challenges to the unity of the church we have already uncovered. The unity of the Church is an important theme. When we go back to Acts 2:1, we see that they were all in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The 12 Apostles Of Jesus: Andrew

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 5, 2015

We're studying these courageous first-century lives and what discipleship meant in the time of Christ in the hope that we'll glean Spirit-directed twenty-first century principles for discipleship and Christian living. Andrew was the first disciple.

THE 12 APOSTLES OF JESUS: ANDREW John 1:29-42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Jim Dunn was serving as the pastor of the First Baptist Church, and his wife, Gladys, was very friendly and welcoming to people. One particular Sunday when the sermon seemed to go on forever, many in the congregation fell ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Putting God First Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 24, 2012

You will not win unless God is first.

Putting God First Exodus 20:1-3 Rev. Brian Bill 6/26/12 A friend of mine took me to Spoon River Raceway in Canton on Tuesday. It was my first experience at the track. My ears are still ringing and I can’t get the dust out of my mouth. Since this was a new experience for me, I had a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The First Board Meeting Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 26, 2002

This sermon explians and illustrates why Christians should become all things to all people so that by all possible means we might save some.

The First Board Meeting July 28, 2002 Acts 15:1-35 Intro: A. [None Survived, from the book, "God Has Never Failed Me, But He’s Sure Scared Me to Death a Few Times" by Stan Toler] There was a family who decided to move to the country. They bought a ranch and made plans to raise cattle. They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35, Acts 16:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tearin' Down The Wall

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2013

Jesus came to break down the wall of separation. Does that wall still exist in your heart? Allow God to break it down now!

Tearin' Down the Wall Ephesians 2:11-22 When the Berlin wall came down it was a monumental event, but nothing compared to the wall which came down in v. 14. v. 14 both = Jew and Gentile. v. 13 'But Now'. What a contrast when Jesus comes on the scene. v. 17 'which were afar off' = Gentiles. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

The First Pentecostal Martyr Series

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Sep 8, 2006

The church was growing very fast and with it came problems. The Holy Spirit has the answer.

THE BOOK OF ACTS - LESSON # 12 “The First Pentecostal Martyr” Acts 6:1-15 The church is growing. Amid great results came a great problem. God has the answer. God has prepared Spirit filled men, gifted men, to solve the situation. Through the centuries, God has always placed gifted Spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Call Of The First Disciples

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

Every Christian has a part to play.

THE CALL OF THE FIRST DISCIPLES. Mark 1:14-20. 1. The call of the Gospel (Mark 1:14-15) After Jesus’ baptism by John, and His successful wilderness encounter against Satan - this short passage introduces a seemingly ominous note to Mark’s gospel narrative: John was put in prison (Mark 1:14). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love At First Sight Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 26, 2024

John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope. Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. Today we want to see the Love that Jesus inspired in others - as an infant and even today.

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT LUKE 2:21-40 Introduction In December we have observed the Advent Themes of Hope, Peace, Joy. -John the Baptist was the Forerunner of Hope -Mary maintained Peace in a difficult calling. -Angels proclaimed a time of great Joy for all. -Today we want to see the Love that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Secret No Longer Sermon Vii: First Things First Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Apr 6, 2020

"What matters most" must be the focus of our attention in times of trouble, as folks pause and interrupt their lives to consider and perhaps reset priorities. It's time for making the things of God top priority!

FIRST THINGS FIRST During a time of crisis in my ministry, a veteran minister - who had served as pastor of First Baptist Church of Atlanta - took me by the hand and said, “Cheer up, Charles, things are going to get ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:2-13

Stephen, First Martyr Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 2, 2022

Stephen: "a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit." What is known about him is what is truly important. He was faithful, even when faced with certain death.

Stephen, First Martyr Who was Stephen in the Bible? Acts 6:5 introduces a faithful man of God named Stephen: "a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit." Nothing is known about the personal life of Stephen—his parents, his siblings, or whether he had a wife or children; however, what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

9th Century Israel Or The End Of All Things? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 28, 2015

Joel's prophecy causes some confusion for interpreters because it seems, and is, a description of two very different events. Very different, yes, but very related, also. See for yourself.

2. History and Prophecy. The book of Joel There are two portions of Scripture that I believe need our further scrutiny on the subject of locusts. Actually the subject is Bible prophecy, a favorite of mine for sure. The first portion is the prophecy of Joel. I quote here from a former blog of ...read more

Scripture: Joel 1:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Nonviolence In Early Christian Thought Through The Fourth Century

Contributed by Daniel Keeran on Apr 3, 2019

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find?

If nonviolence is indeed the teaching of Jesus in the New Testament, we would expect to find it in the earliest writings of Christians including and after the apostles and prophets of the Lord. What do we find? First Century There is no example or teaching in the New Testament that Christians can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Law Of The First Step

Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008

Overview of the book of Joshua

The Law of the First Step - Joshua Turn with me in your Bibles today to Joshua 1. We have been going through the OT, we have seen God deliver the Jews from slavery in Egypt, bear with them and teach them during 40 years of wandering in the wilderness, and bring them to the edge of the Promised ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law Of The First Step

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

Learning to step out in faith

The Law of the First Step - Joshua Turn with me in your Bibles today to Joshua 1. We have been going through the OT, we have seen God deliver the Jews from slavery in Egypt, bear with them and teach them during 40 years of wandering in the wilderness, and bring them to the edge of the Promised ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational