Sermons on First Importance:

The First True Survivors In The World.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Jan 22, 2001

Back to the Beginning.We today can be a survivor if we follow Adams’ example in responding to the voice and call of God.

The Concepts of Salvation in the beginning are the same Today. God has not changed and His Word then is His Word now! Man left to Himself WILL go astray.-Psalms.10:4 The subtility of that old Serpent,has not decreased. Satan is in force today using whatever means He has to detour us in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21, Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Losing Your First Love

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

Jesus said, "This I have against you. You have forsaken your first love."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. Edmund Burke said that very seldom does a man take one giant step from a life of virtue & goodness into a life of vice & corruption. Usually, he begins his journey into evil by taking little steps into the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-5, Romans 9:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Great Revival Of The Church

Contributed by David Carter on Feb 16, 2001

Revival

THE FIRST GREAT REVIVAL OF THE CHURCH Text: Acts 1: 12-15; 2: 41-47 WHAT IS A REVIVAL? A Revival is an awaking of God’s People, which cause them to become active for God! "Vive means life, and Re means again" (Revival to life not Resurrection from the dead!) Hosea 10:12 - "Break up ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Lesson From The First Family

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 7, 2002

When it comes to His purpose in life, Jesus is no carpenter’s son.

A Lesson from the First Family 1. Possible, even probable, people see you in several different ways. May see as patient, some as hot-head. Only you know truth. Why don’t we recognize true nature of other people? Maybe simply forgetting. Mary upset with Jesus for staying behind. Angrily ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Ephesus: A First Love Lost

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A healthy church is one that never leaves its first love.

Thesis: A healthy church is one that never leaves its first love. Intro.: 1. What one first century church do we know more about than any other in NT? 2. Ephesus! a. Acts 19-20--establishment of church by Paul. b. Ephesians--letter written to correct some developing problems. c. 1 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

First Mary, Now Us

Contributed by John Nadasi on Dec 19, 2002

The call to share Christ with the world began with Mary... It is now our turn.

Luke 1: 26-38 Paonia United Methodist Church December 22, 2002 I want to start off this morning with a little exercise. Don’t worry, you don’t even have to get up… But I do want you to take a minute to reflect back on your life. I want you to remember being 15. Can you remember back that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

Returning To Your First Love Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 17, 2006

Examines why we do what we do in the church, ie. the heart behind the actions.

RETURNING TO YOUR FIRST LOVE In a speech before parliament, the 18th century British statesman, Edmund Burke said, “Very seldom does a man take one giant step from a life of virtue & goodness into a life of vice and corruption. Usually, he begins his journey into evil by taking little steps ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Your First And Highest Calling

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Oct 9, 2001

God is faithful. That is, God is true, and constant, and will adhere to his promises. He will not deceive. He will not promise, and then fail to perform; he will not commence anything which he will not perfect and finish.

Your First and Highest Calling "God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord." -- (1 Corinthians 1:9) God is faithful. That is, God is true, and constant, and will adhere to his promises. He will not deceive. He will not promise, and then fail to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:9, 1 John 1:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The First Declaration Of The Gospel"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 15, 2001

God’s promise of a coming Savior in Genesis.

GENESIS 3:15 BY: REV. KENNETH SAUER, PASTOR OF PARKVIEW UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, NEWPORT NEWS, VA “THE FIRST DECLARATION OF THE GOSPEL” Here we find ourselves looking at one of the most liberating and hopeful, and saving passages of the entire Bible....right here in the first Book, the third ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: United Methodist

Give God First Place

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Jan 30, 2002

In everything that we say or do, does God have the priority, or do we give God the same emphasis as we do the spare tire? (Only when needed!)

Give God First Place Matthew 6:25-34. Too many people are seeking first the kingdom of pleasure and possessions. But Jesus promised, “all these things shall be added unto you” if you give Him first place. 1.With your Time. James 4:14a “Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

The First Person To Worship Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 5, 2006

Before Jesus was born of a virgin, there was one who worshipped.

LUKE 1:29 45 THE FIRST PERSON TO WORSHIP JESUS “[Mary] was greatly troubled at the saying, and tried to discern what sort of greeting this might be. And the angel said to her, ‘Do not be afraid, Mary, for you have found favour with God. And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:29-45

Denomination: Baptist

First Down: Focus On The Goal Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 4, 2008

Marriages, like football games, are won by many small plays by the team, instead of one grand play.

Four Play: Four Keys to a Winning Marriage Series First Down: Focus on the Goal Feb. 3, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Some marriages start out with a big play. 1 What are "big plays"? a $40,000 wedding, new home, new cars, the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18

Denomination: Baptist

"Put God First In 2008"

Contributed by Curtis Smale on Dec 31, 2007

Why God should be number one in your life in 2008.

"The Patriots are number one! 16-0. Undefeated! The champions!!" I have heard this a lot in the last few days. People like the idea of an unbeatable champion. People, especially American people, like to figure out who is the best, and then give awards and praise to "The Best." The Best Team, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Humility - The First Step To Happiness Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 8, 2008

This sermon looks at the first "Be" Attitude. Three benefits of humility. 1. Humility reduces STRESS. 2. Humility improves RELATIONSHIPS. 3. Humility releases Gods POWER.

Humility - The First Step To Happiness What would it take to make you happy? This question was asked of 52,000 Americans in Psychology Today. These were the answers: Friends and social life Having a good job Being in love Recognition and success Sex Personal growth Good financial ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My First Encounter With Superman

Contributed by Ronnie Mcneill on Sep 20, 2007

This sermon is one of encouragement to the believers. People at times will try to make you feel bad of your past life. No matter what you have done Jesus the Christ will meet you where you are and will forgive you of your sins if you want Him to.

Introduction: When we think of the term Superman, our first thought is that man named Clark Kent who was a reporter for the Daily Journal. He was arkward, clumsy, appeared weak, defenseless, and was always in someone’s way. He was highly in love with Lois Lane and was too shy to let her know. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-4

Denomination: Baptist