Sermons on First Communions:

Of First Importance

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

The truth never loses its power but people can lose their grip on the truth. The struggles in the Corinthian church made it clear to Paul that they needed to refocus their attention on the gospel.

Of First Importance 03/23/08 PM Text and Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 INTRODUCTION: The truth never loses its power. People, however, often lose their grip on truth. The struggles in the Corinthian church made it clear to Paul that they needed to refocus their attention on the gospel. The Greeks ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Safety Is Not First! Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008

Safety first is not a good motto for a Christian. (It must be “Christ First.”)

Turning Our Church Inside Out – Part 3 – Safety is not first! 1) Opening Illustration: a. Three Amigos b. Clip: "I’m drawing a line." This clip begins in the middle of chapter 11 if you are using a DVD. If you are using VHS, begin the counter at the opening of the movie where the Orion Pictures ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

The First Missionary Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 29, 2009

Whatever you’ve done with your life, whatever you’ve chosen to do. its a story and it needs to be told, free yourself. God will do the rest

The First Missionary: Breaking Boundaries Luke 8:26-39 Mar 8, 2009 Lent #2 Intro: This morning marks the second week of the season of Lent, which is the time when the people of God prepare to remember and celebrate Jesus’ death and resurrection. Easter is coming closer each week, and as we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

Who's On First Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 25, 2009

You know it doesn’t matter too much who is in what position in our lives until we settle the matter of who is on first. In other words, we need to know who is in first place in our lives. This is a issue that must be settled!

Series: The Decalogue WHO’S ON FIRST Exodus 20:1-3 Intro: Some of you might remember the old Abbott and Costello skit, “Who’s on First”. Just a short while back I heard that skit again and it got the wheels of thinking going. You know it doesn’t matter too much who is in what position in our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

First Seal

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 25, 2009

The first seal is broken

Verse 1-First Seal Who opened the seals? The Lamb This tells us that all that is going to happen is preordained by God! Verse 2-White Horse When a King was victorious during times of war he would ride into town on a great steed, and during times of peace he would ride a colt. This ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Of First Importance

Contributed by Adam Turner on Jul 14, 2009

An Easter Sermon detailing why the resurrection is the most important event in history.

Sermon: ILLUSTRATION - E.V. Hill story - Old 1800, “Get to the good news, preacher.” “That’s it! That’s the good news!” We’ve spent a lot of time examining who we are on the inside - looking past the facade’s that we place out there for others to see - and we’ve realized that we are in bad shape ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Miracle Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 28, 2017

This wedding is a picture of another wedding that is coming. Jesus began His ministry at a wedding and He will end it at another wedding. At the Marriage Supper of the Lamb, the Church will be presented to Him as a bride.

Harmony of the Gospels -AD 27- Cana of Galilee The First Miracle John 2:1-10 In the eleventh verse of this chapter it says, “This beginning of miracles did Jesus.” From this we know that this was His first miracle. And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The First Fruits

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Sep 30, 2017

Why God wants to be first in our lives

The First Fruits Joshua 7:1 I had just read about all that happened to Achan because of his thievery 36 soldiers died, Achan, his children, animals and all he had destroyed and then I read Josh 8: 1 And the LORD said unto Joshua, Fear ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The First Passover Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Aug 9, 2018

The process for Passover, the Purpose of Passover, and the Power of Passover.

The First Passover Exodus 12:1-30 - We’re continuing our study through the book of Exodus. - As we study each passage, we’re asking the question, “What does this passage say about honoring God?” - Last time we were together, we looked at the description of the tenth and final plague, the death of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The First Fruits Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 7, 2018

Pentecost was a dramatic display of God's power and Spirit. Why did Jesus pick Pentecost to begin His church and what can that mean to us?

OPEN: In the land of Norway there is a valley. This valley is long and narrow with mountainous peaks that tower 1000s of feet into the air, and nestled deep inside that valley is a little town whose name I’m not sure I can pronounce. This village has existed for over 100 years and it is a beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 4, 2014

To show that we belong to the second covenant and we belong to GOD, not to this world.

I. EXORDIUM: Do we belong to this world? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we belong to the second covenant and we belong to GOD, not to this world. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:1 (Amplified Bible) 9:1 NOW EVEN the first covenant had its own rules and regulations for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The First Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 13, 2014

Nakedness is equated with sin in Scripture and Adam and Eve tried covering their nakedness with fig leaves. Do we do the same? And, if so, how successful can we be at doing that?

The true story is told of a banquet where a famous religious leader found himself seated next to an extremely beautiful woman who was wearing a gown with a perilously low neckline. He introduced himself to her… and then offered her an apple. She was a little surprised, but he explained ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Promise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 20, 2014

What would you say to a man who was afraid of dying? A man who knew his death was just months away but couldn't handle that truth? Would you be able to turn his fear into hope?

OPEN: I recently listened to a man named Chris tell of visiting his relatives in Kokomo, Indiana. One night his family took him out to and treated him to a special meal at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. Sometime during the evening, Chris got up and went into the bathroom, and while he was there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Christmas

Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Dec 19, 2013

FULL CHRISTMAS STORY ABOUT JESUS BIRTH AND WHAT IT MEANS TO US

“THE FIRST CHRISTMAS” Luke 1:76-2:18 1. The PURPOSE of God REVEALED to Mary-Luke 1:31-33 • Think of how intimately personal was this Relationship 2. The PROBLEM for God RAISED by Mary-Luke 1:34 • How shall this be, seeing I Know not a man? 3. The PRAYER to God RECORDED of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The First Commandement

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jan 13, 2014

What is the first commandment all about? Is following the first commandment of the Bible at all possible and how can we make sure we follow this commandment?

In any competition, race or contest, the goal is always to win, to obtain the first prize. The first one to break through the ribbon has won and the product that is the best gets awarded the first prize. Being first in our class feels good and is a reward for all the hard work put in through the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal