Sermons on First In The Kingdom:

Sowing Seeds Of God's Kingdom

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Jun 11, 2009

Mustard seed and the kingdom with practical examples

I’ll begin by saying that our second reading is a very complicated passage indeed. Indeed, it’s so complicated and obscure that I’ve decided to say nothing about this morning, and concentrate on our gospel reading, because it would be too long and involved to try and make sense of it now. So, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seeking The Kingdom Minded Life

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Jul 9, 2004

An indepth explanation of the Kingdom of God, What it means to seek the Kingdom of God and living a Kingdom Minded life is what this message is about.

Title: Seeking A Kingdom Minded Life Text: Matt 6:33 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: One night, a group of thieves broke into a jewelry store. But rather than stealing anything, they simply switched all the price tags. The next day no one could tell what was valuable and what was cheap. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Embracing The Kingdom Focused Church Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 23, 2007

Inspired by several resources. Gene Mimms’ books "The Kingdom Focused Church" and "Kingdom Principles for Church Growth, Rick Warren’s "Purpose Driven Church and Thom Rainer’s "Simple Church."

THE KINGDOM FOCUSED CHURCH Embracing the Kingdom Focused Church Philippians 3:7-20 > The – Kingdom – Focused – Church. Think about those 4 words for a second. Each word has significant meaning. > The – An article denoting specific, distinctive nature. It identifies something which is special, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

Entrance To The Kingdom Part 1 Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Oct 27, 2011

How does one enter the Kingdom of God?

Entrance to the Kingdom Part 1 The Book of Mark Mark 10:13-16 I.Introduction: A. There has been a lot of discussion about what it means to be a Christian since Barack Obama took office as president. 1. I think that is a good thing because it gets people talking about the most important issue in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

His Message, The Kingdom Is Here Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Dec 11, 2007

The fifth message in the series.

His Message The Kingdom Is Here Back To Christmas (5) IN – the beginning God created everything! AND – everything was good! HE - created the heavens and the earth and it was good. HE - created man and woman and they were good. YES – things were good… Times were good. People were good. AND ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Kingdom Torn In Two: Decisions

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 22, 2013

I would like us to pause today as we look at the life of King Rehoboam and reflect on the decision that faced him, the decision process, and the result of his decision that affected an entire nation.

A KINGDOM TORN IN TWO CHAPTER 14, “THE STORY” 1 KINGS 12:1-19 INTRODUCTION AND UPPER STORY Where to go to college To stay with your spouse or get a divorce What industry or job you should have To adopt a child or not To marry or not to marry… who to marry To change jobs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Of Heaven (Part 10) Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 31, 2015

Jesus is coming again. You can’t avoid standing before Him in judgment. Well if Jesus were to return today, and if it was your time to give an account to the Lord, what would be the outcome? Would you hear commendation or rebuke?

Opening illustration: Several years ago, Donald Trump said this in an interview: "I'll be 36 next year and I've done everything I can do. Sometimes I think it was a mistake to have raced through it all so fast. What's the next level up? The grass isn't always greener … I work, and I don't ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living In The Kingdom Part 6 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 13, 2021

In part 6 of this series we examine what Jesus said about fulfilling the Law. This is Part A of this message and Part B will focus on why Jesus had the authority to fulfill the Law.

Living In The Kingdom 6 Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20; Hebrews 10:12; Galatians 3:24-25 This morning we are continuing our study of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount and today we are going to be focusing on Matthew 5:17-20. When I initially wrote this message, there was too much information to be covered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20, Hebrews 10:12, Galatians 3:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Kingdom Of Heaven – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

: So far in this series we’ve looked at: what is the kingdom of heaven, and where is the kingdom of heaven? Today we are going to look at: who are the kingdom people?

INTRO: A couple in Southern California were planning to get married, but before they were able to get married, they were swallowed up by an earthquake. The next thing they knew, they were standing together in heaven. As soon as they were presented to St. Peter for processing, they asked Peter if ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Weeds In The Kingdom - Part 2

Contributed by Jason Frazier on Jul 8, 2001

Why Weeds Succeed?

TEXT: Matthew 13:24-30 “Weeds in the Kingdom” – Part 2 Why Weeds Succeed In the last message, we talked about what weeds are and why we should control them. Of course, the reason that we discuss weeds in our gardens is to understand part of the Kingdom of God. In this message, we will discuss why ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discover The Kingdom - An Unlikely King Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the humble beginnings of Jesus Christ, emphasizing that his birth in modest circumstances makes him a unique and relatable savior, and invites us to discover his Kingdom.

Consider beginning the message by highlighting some of culture’s unlikely heroes. There are pop culture icons like Chesley Sullenbeger (airplane pilot), Zanjeer the Labrador (rescue dog) and Rosa Parks (activist). Consider animated heroes like Carl Fredrickson in UP, Remy in Ratatouille and Marlin ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Topics: Humble Beginnings, Kingdom Discovery, Divine Rescue

Sermon Series: Matthew: Discover The Kingdom

Commendable Kids In Corrupted Kingdom

Contributed by Rodney Mason on Aug 3, 2001

A challenge to God’s children to remain faithful in spite of their surroundings.

Introduction: The writer of the book we are coming from is the prophet Daniel. He is a royal descendent, most likely a prince. He is taken captive in the 1st Babylonian Exile in 605 B.C., and remained in exile for the entire length. Daniel writes in a time that is diffuculty for God’s chosen ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keys To The Harvest In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the keys that would bring a great harvest of souls in the kingdom of God

KEYS TO THE HARVEST IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD OUTLINE 1.SEED 2.SEASON 3.SERVANTS 4.SOIL 5.SACRIFICE 6.SHOWERS 7.SURE HOPE THE MESSAGE KEYS TO THE HARVEST IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD 1.SEED Mark 4;31-32 The first key to the harvest is the seed. Without the seed there can be no harvest.The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, John 4:32-38, John 4:34-56

Denomination: Pentecostal

Money And Kingdom - Crunch Time!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 18, 2002

Our resources are meant for results in the kingdom, not our security in this world. How do you tell that to God’s people?

February 17, 2002 This past Wednesday Reepicheep managed to throw everything off! The day started as most do around the Brownworth household; Elizabeth was first out the door, running the race between Thomasville and High Point. The problem came when she got to Randolph Street, near the bank. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Living In The Kingdom Part 13 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 11, 2022

In Part 13 of this series, we examine what Jesus said about our charitable giving being private. When we give to the church or do anything for those in need it should not be publicized in a desire to receive recognition for what we have done.

Living in the Kingdom 13 Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4; 23:2-5; Exodus 13:16; Numbers 15:38 I am continuing with my series “Living in the Kingdom.” This week we will begin examining what is recorded in the first four verses of Matthew chapter six. In these verses Jesus talks about those things we do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4, Matthew 23:2-5, Exodus 13:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational