Sermons on First Impression:

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 1: Introduction

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 25, 2021

This is the first segment of a multi lesson study on 1 Peter. In part 1, a brief discussion of the circumstances surrounding the writing of 1 Peter is discussed followed by an exposition of the first two verses.

An Exposition of 1 Peter, Part 1: Introduction 1 Peter 1:1-2 Introduction We live in difficult times here today in America. In other parts of the world, persecution is far greater for the sake of Jesus Christ. The future shows that persecution is likely to increase. We do take a moment to rejoice ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (2 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

In the first sermon it was mentioned that in order to understand the books of 1, 2, and 3 John, we first needed to understand some things about the place John wrote from, Ephesus.

Because this is essential, I would like to refresh your memory before we get into the heart of this sermon. We dealt with these FOUR things about the Ephesian Christians: (1) THEIR HERITAGE. They were second and third generation Christians. Their parents and grandparents had been in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

I Declare Unto You The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 2, 2025

Paul had a lot of things to cover in this first letter to the Corinthians. He gave them a brief reminder of what the Gospel was all about in these first few verses of chapter 15.

I Declare Unto You The Gospel (This message is reworked from a sermon preached at Littleby Baptist Church near Mexico, MO on April 28, 2025; but is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: Good evening and it’s great to worship the Lord together with you this evening! These joint meetings are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2000

The Holy Spirit has the power to change lives and churches

The Power of the Spirit Acts 2:1-41 I. The Filling of the Holy Spirit (Verses 1-13) A. The power falls 1. The disciples were together a.) This is a larger group than the twelve apostles and was estimated to have been approximately 120 of Jesus’ followers b.) They had gathered specifically to wait ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Church Of God

You Ought To Be Congratulated

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 13, 2005

Many of us know about the separation of the sheep and the goats, but what is the reason for the separation? Since it cannot be only our treatment of the down and out there must be another reason.

Matthew 25:31-46. “You ought to be congratulated” Scripture Readings:- James 1:19-27 Matthew 25:31-46 (text) Congregation in the Lord, The basic teaching of this passage is obvious … Jesus summarizes it in verse 46. “Then they (the goats) will go away to eternal punishment, but the righteous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Patty Groot on Jul 14, 2025

Sermon based on John 15:1-11. This was a first sermon at a new church but could be used to encourage any time.

May I ask you something? What are you connected to right now? What gives your life meaning, direction, and strength when the days are long or the future feels uncertain? That’s not just a rhetorical question—it’s the very question Jesus answers in our passage today. Good morning. I greet you in the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Indescribable

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Mar 2, 2002

Trying to re-capture the wonder of our first love of Christ and to understand his indescribable love for us.

Have you ever been speechless? Have you ever been so overcome with emotion that words failed you? I can think of times in my life when I have been hard pressed to put words to my emotions and those times are more than memorable. Sometimes those moments that defy description are moments of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Puzzle Pieces

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jun 30, 2015

Unity. We used a picture of the church. Took it to a local business and had them make it into a puzzle. We numbered each piece on the back. Made a map of the puzzle. Gave each guest a puzzle piece. At the invitation had them put the puzzle together.

Healthy Puzzle Pieces “Under his (Christ) direction, the whole body is fitted together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love.” Ephesians 4:16 Intro: A pastor was just setting up his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tricked Into A Treat Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 24, 2021

The very first sin teaches us of the danger of letting the end justify the means. It is by this philosophy that Satan can trick us into treats

On Halloween night the streets are filled with masked children out to get treats and to play a few tricks. Their masks may hide their identity from us, but we are only moderately fooled because we know that underneath there are children and not assorted demons, or at least not supernatural ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Grace Response

Contributed by Brett Adams on Sep 21, 2006

The most immediate and complete response to Grace is service...how’s yours?

“Grace Response” Matthew 8:14 &15; Ephesians 2:10 Slide 1 – Title and Verse John and I have been talking and praying all week and have decided that we’ve got it all wrong. All this “connecting people to Jesus and a life change community” and the strategy and the values that we’ve been pushing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Fit: The Bible Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 16, 2011

In order to live out God's Word we must first love God's Word.

Getting Fit: The Bible Psalm 119:9-16 Rev. Brian Bill 1/16/11 “Q&A’s” are common at conferences and they make up an entire genre of jokes. Here are a few that come to mind. What do you call a song sung in an automobile? A cartoon. What to you call a deer with no eyes? No eye ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Faith With Substance Series

Contributed by John Brewster on Apr 23, 2004

This first part of a series on Faith looks at how we can receive what we do not yet possess.

faith with substance Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Time has come to push into what God has for us all! No more sitting back and hoping something good happens. A COUPLE OF WEEKS AGO — God really impressed me concerning the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:17-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Coming Of The King; He Brings Hope, He Is Our Hope. Similar To An Earlier Sermon Of Mine But Targeting The First Week Of Advent. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 4, 2023

Our hope is Jesus as foretold.

The Coming Of The King; he brings hope and he is our hope. Scripture:?Isaiah 9:1-7 Summary:?730 years before Jesus birth, Isaiah fore told the coming of The Messiah. A look at what that ment then and what it means today... a look in this direction.. for a great light has dawned! As we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7, Matthew 4:18-19, Matthew 4:25, John 14:11, 1 Peter 1:3-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Uncommon Service Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Oct 17, 2009

A look at how Philip’s life was an example of uncommon service.

UNCOMMON SERVICE The Cure For The Common Life—Part 4 Jesus lived and breathed service. Jesus stooped to love. He bent over backward to concern himself with others’ needs. It doesn’t seem logical that God would choose service as the path to try to impact the world. Yet the most strident atheist ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-39

Denomination: *other

Building Great - The Foundations Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jun 14, 2015

First sermon in a series called Building great. Borrows heavily from Jon Byler at the centre.

. It really doesn’t matter who you are God has called you to build something great. Paul in our reading says::” you are God’s building.” It becomes great when you co-operate with God in building what he calls you to build out of your life. One day, after work on his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed