Sermons about First Christians

Revival #3: Returning To Our First Love Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 8, 2008

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Our highest calling as Christians is to be with Jesus. When we lose our passion for Jesus, and interest in the Kingdom of God, we need a personal revival.

REVIVAL #3 – RETURNING TO OUR FIRST LOVE INTRO: For the past few weeks, we’ve been considering the topics of healing and revival. • Is this as good as it gets? I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of the usual. • I want to see more of God in my life, my ministry, and our church. OPENING TEXT: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: *other

A Rational Defense Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by John Gaston on May 2, 2025

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This is the first in a series of messages on apologetics. This segment deals with how, as scientific discoveries continue, evidence for God's existence has grown stronger, not weaker. Science, done right, points to God.

A RATIONAL DEFENSE OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH INTRODUCTION Christianity isn’t just a matter of blind belief or emotional comfort—it presents a worldview grounded in logic, evidence, and reason. In an age where skepticism often masquerades as intelligence, Christian apologetics offers a robust, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-2, Romans 1:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Traits

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Aug 19, 2006

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This message expounds upon the important traits or characteristics of a Christian as outlined by Paul to the Ephesians.

Text: “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise” (v. 15). Introduction: I wonder how many people ever think along these lines. Many people take life for granted and do what other people do. They never stop to consider how to live. Children are influenced by their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, Ephesians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Who's Your Daddy Series

Contributed by Randy Harp on Dec 31, 2001

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This is the first in a series on How to be a World Chagner. First you have to have a relationship with God that is Real and Personal.

Who’s your Daddy Part 1 You have to have a relationship with God that is real and personal Why you need this to be a World Changer 1. A RELATIONSHIP with God is our number one PRIORITY. But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. - Matthew ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Rekindling Your First Love Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Dec 28, 2008

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The first churches in history were just like the churches now...and they have a lot to teach us about staying close to Jesus.

Sermon for CATM – December 28 – Churches of Revelation – Ephesus and Sardis – Revelation 2:1-7; 3:1-6 Today we begin a 5-part series on the Churches of Revelation. Yes, it is a bit odd that we’re beginning such a series on the last Sunday of the year and that we will be starting the new year with ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Will Christians Go Through The Tribulation Period? (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 15, 2020

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This is the first of a series exploring the question: Will Christians go through the Tribulation Period? A sound foundation for answering the question must first be laid. This message addresses the Method being used to interpret biblical prophecy.

The rapid changes we have experienced in 2020 has caused many of us to think more about the end times. Think about how dramatically the world has changed since March. It makes one wonder what changes are coming in the days ahead. Will the pace of change continue? Will it slow down? Will it ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:4, 1 Timothy 5:18, Deuteronomy 25:4, Psalm 57:4, Galatians 5:25, 2 Peter 1:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The First Commandment Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

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The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

A. INTRODUCTION A line is drawn through the ages; it extends from Heaven to man and reaches around the earth. The line crosses the deserts of North Africa, and is drawn on the sand at the foot of Mount Sinai. On one side is God and the blessings of Heaven. On the other side is Satan with all ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Baptist

What Is A Christian?

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 3, 2007

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So what is a Christian? The answer is not as easy as you might think. Everything depends on how you define the word.

What is a Christian? 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10 A friend sent me an email telling about a question posed to her by a co-worker. Here is the exact text of the question: How is a Christian defined? It used to be that if you were not Jewish or Hindu or Buddhist, you were a Christian, whether Catholic or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:4-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Is There An Elephant In My Living Room?

Contributed by Edward Boyce on Jan 26, 2002

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Most folks have areas in their lives that they ignore. In this sermon, Jesus calls us to put first things first.

WHY IS THERE AN ELEPHANT IN MY LIVING ROOM? This morning I would like to tell you a story. It begins as does many stories with a very familiar phrase. Once upon a time on a fine spring day, a young mother sat through a very boring contract negotiation, while her son sat through a boring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"The Christian's Labor” – 1 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

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This is the first part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

“THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 1 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:12-13 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. First Triplet of EXHORTATION. (vv. 12-13) a. Know the ones that labor among you and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

It's Your Choice!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 26, 2001

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God is saying, "It’s your choice. You can choose either blessings or a curse. If you want blessings, then keep my commands."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL. KANSAS, OK A. Last Sunday the Israelites had begun their invasion of the Promised Land. Now today’s message begins some 5 years later as the invasion has come to an end. God has led them to victory after victory, & now the tribes are ready to ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 11:26-28, Matthew 7:13-14, Joshua 24:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Twisted…or Playing Twister? Games Series: 1 Series

Contributed by Timothy Gardner on Nov 7, 2009

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This is the first sermon in a series on Jonah.

Sermon 1 of 4: Game Series Twisted…or Playing Twister? (Running from God’s Word) Written By: Captain Tim Gardner Introduction: (Ask for participants to come forward and play a small game of Twister. Ask them how they felt as they were twisting their bodies. Ask the crowd how they felt while ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Secret Of Priorities: How Seeking God Brings Everything Else

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Apr 6, 2025

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This sermon talks about how seeking God first, His kingdom and His righteousness, leads to provision.

Life constantly tempts us to chase after many things — success, security, approval, comfort. Jesus knew this. In Matthew 6, He addresses our human anxiety about daily needs — food, clothing, and tomorrow. Then He drops a revolutionary command: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Love Cannot Be Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002

based on 68 ratings

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11th in First John Series

WHERE LOVE CANNOT BE 1 John 3:11-18 INTRO: Love is the identifying mark of the children of God. The Lord Jesus said, “By this shall all men know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another.” One of the early church fathers said about the early believers, “Behold, how they love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is The Theme Series

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002

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14th in First John Series

LOVE IS THE THEME 1 John 4:7-16 INTRO: There was a great theologian who came to the USA from England and was being interviewed by a group of seminary students. The question was asked, “What is the most profound thought that ever occupied your mind.” The answer was, “Jesus loves me this I know ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

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