SermonCentral Logo SermonCentral Logo Sermon Central
Sermons
Free Sermons and Sermon Outlines for Preaching :

Sermons on First Importance:

showing 6,616-6,630 of 182,082
Filter Results
Close Filters

Scripture

Rating

Date

Denominations

  • Show more

Language

Structure

Sermon Type

Audience

Popular Preaching Resources

New Sermon Series Now Available

Everything you need for your next series

AI Sermon Generator

Generate sermon ideas with a safe, secure tool for solid preaching.

Biblical Sermon Calendar

Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching

Sermon Research Assistant

Free custom sermon in 5-10 minutes!

Topical Sermon Calendar

Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year

Funeral Sermon Generator

Create a personalized, heartfelt funeral sermon

Sermon Kits for Preaching

Faithful to the Finish

Peter's final call to a young and growing church

Grace and Glory

A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter

Entrusted

Gifts, risk, and the return of the King

  • Try PRO

    Confident Preaching

    Try PRO free and preach with confidence when people need it most.
    Free to start now
  • Serving God thumbnail

    Serving God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 5, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,146 views

    Explores the importance of prioritizing spiritual wealth over material wealth, viewing life through faith, and pursuing righteousness.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is indeed a blessing to gather together in His name, to commune with one another in the unity of His love, and to be nourished by the Word of God. The Bible, our divine compass, guides us to the truth, to the path of righteousness, and to the heart of God. ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • David Smith avatar

    Being All Things To All Men (1 Corinthians 9:16-23)

    Contributed by David Smith on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,405 views

    St Paul speaks about being ’All things to All men’, and at first glance it might just appear that he was undergoing an identity crisis ...

    "To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under the law (though not being myself under the law) that I might win those under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (not being outside the law of God but under the law of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    The Parable Of The Pencil Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 2, 2022
     | 10,032 views

    (Distribute pencils to congregation). This morning I have a present for you on this first Sunday of the New Year. I hope you will use it regularly this year.

    As preached 1/2/2022 at First Church Of God Homer: "THE PARABLE OF THE PENCIL" “Keep my commands and you will live; guard my teachings as the apple of your eye. Bind them on your fingers; write them on the tablet of your heart.” Proverbs 7:2-3 NIV Pencils are made by two wooden halves ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Greg Addison avatar

    Why A Baby?

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Dec 8, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,570 views

    Christmas is all about kids. But there are far more significant reasons why God chose to send His savior through birth. The fact Jesus was born as a baby is vitally important in God’s plan. See why it is so important that Jesus was born as a a baby.

    WHY A BABY? The Christmas season is all about kids. This morning we have had a baby dedication, which as we discussed is much more a dedication of the parents. But Christmas is a wonderful time to focus on these precious babies. Christmas is the most fun when you are a child, especially a young ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Our Principle Assets(2023)-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 10, 2023
     | 890 views

    2 of 7. Paul & Sosthenes opened their letter to the Corinthian church by informing them of their most important spiritual assets. The local(our) church has important spiritual assets. But What are some of those spiritual assets? A Principle Asset of the Christian church is...

    Our PRINCIPLE ASSETS-II—1Corinthians 1:2-?(:1-9) ATTENTION: Congaree National Park is located around 10 miles southeast of Columbia SC. It’s a little over a 2 hr. drive from here.—We have plans to go there sometime in the near future. There are certain aspects of the park that are appealing to ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Kersten avatar

    Are You Smarter Than A 5th Grader Series

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Apr 25, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 13,349 views

    The first of five sermons. This message deals with child-like faith. Children believe that God is real, powerful, and present. Am I that smart?

    Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? Mark 10:13-16 We are beginning a new series this morning. The sermon and series are based on the show "Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?" Now, let me give you some background. In the show they ask adults questions that they would have learned in fifth grade ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    God The Creator Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 23, 2014
    based on 31 ratings
     | 76,041 views

    Genesis begins "In the beginning God..." What does that mean for us, and what does rest of the first chapter mean for our lives?

    OPEN: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28sqs5H5hao (It’s a video “Creation Calls” by Brian Doerksen. I immediately followed video with quote by Abraham Lincoln and then immediately began to read from the entire chapter of Genesis 1) Abraham Lincoln once said: “I never behold ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Newsom avatar

    Who Is The Word?

    Contributed by Chris Newsom on Aug 1, 2012
     | 3,104 views

    The first two verses of the Gospel of John reveal Jesus Christ’s deity and that He is co-eternal, co-equal, and co-creator.

    Who Is the Word John 1:1-2 Introduction If you have ever gone to see a play, many times they will start with an overture. This is where they introduce different musical themes that will be throughout the show. They are just snippets of the full musical score that you will be looking more in depth ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Gapstanders: The Role Of Intercession

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 26, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,067 views

    Prayer is important to the church today. There is a high calling that God wants many to enlist as interceeders for their leaders, the lost, and for others.

    GAP STANDERS --- THE OFFICE OF INTERCESSION IN THE CHURCH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com The other day I heard a TV preacher say the roll of intercession in the church is dead. I strongly disagree and have submitted this lesson to those that will receive --- GOD IS STILL CALLING ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Jesus; Our Hope

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 3, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,492 views

    It’s just as important to the Christian faith to know why you believe, as it is to know what you believe.

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC --------------- July 5, 1992 --------------- It’s just as important to the Christian faith to know why you believe, as it is to know what you believe. The evangelist George Whitfield was witnessing to a man, "What do ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Alan Peary avatar

    The Abundance Of God Series

    Contributed by Alan Peary on Dec 21, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,988 views

    This is the second in a series of 8 messages centered around the importance of changing the climate in which we live, work or play.

    Changing the climate Last week I talked about the importance of understanding / writing down what you see as important, things that are important enough to live your life by – ie what you value. And then to define what SUCCESS is. Today I want to briefly look at the ABUNDANCE OF GOD. Going back ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William D. Brown avatar

    On Solid Ground

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,292 views

    Jesus concludes his Sermon on the Mount with an invitation for His listeners to make an important choice about three things:

    On Solid Ground Jesus concludes his Sermon on the Mount with an invitation for His listeners to make an important choice about three things: 1st—the path they will follow, 2ndly—the teachers they will listen to, and 3rdly—what will they do with ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    Be Careful How You Live

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 11, 2012
     | 14,602 views

    In this message we look at the importance of living our lives in such a way that we honor God in all that we do.

    “Be Careful How You Live” Ephesians 5:15-17 You may have noticed that many of the major news magazines put out a special issue at this time of year to recall the highlights of the previous year. Some of these include articles written by experts who make predictions about what they ...read more

    Scripture:

    Denomination: Baptist

  • A Cup Of Cold Water thumbnail

    A Cup Of Cold Water PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 941 views

    Emphasize the importance of hospitality, welcoming Jesus into our lives, and the rewards that come from offering kindness and compassion to others.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the book of Matthew that teaches us about the power of hospitality, the blessing of welcoming Jesus, and the reward of offering a cup of cold water. As Henri Nouwen once said, "Hospitality means primarily the creation of ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics:

  • Pressing Toward The Mark thumbnail

    Pressing Toward The Mark PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,955 views

    Encourages Christians to persevere in their faith journey, emphasizing the importance of endurance and steadfastness in pursuing the heavenly prize in Christ Jesus.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of our shared faith, united by the love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are gathered here not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the ongoing story of God's grace and ...read more

    Scripture:

    Topics: