Sermons on First Person:

Not Worth Comparing -Funeral Service- (For A Person Who Got Saved Before They Died)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 21, 2022

Today we come to this memorial service with sad hearts, grieving over the death of this loved one.

We do not like to see our friends and loved ones suffer as he had to suffer in the last few years of his life. But sometimes this suffering is a blessing in disguise. It gives: • A person a chance to reflect on the way they live their life • A person a chance to repent of their sins and make ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

It's Hard Out Here For A P.i.m.p (Person In My Position)

Contributed by Paul L Brantley on Sep 12, 2013

It interesting that no matter how you love God and how much you remember what he done for you, you still find yourself struggling. Struggling with issues of life, struggling with this thing called our flesh. Yes we love God, but we still struggle.

It's Hard Out Here For A P.I.M.P. Romans 7:14-24 For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. 15 For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. 16 If then I do that which I would not, I consent unto the law that it is good. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unmistakable Signs A Person Is Genuinely Walking In The Presence, Anointing, And Favor Of God - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 19, 2025

SEE PART 1

PART 2 8. They Surrender to God Daily and Live a Repentant Lifestyle “Repent and believe the good news!" (Mark 1:15 NIV) “As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten. Therefore be zealous and repent. Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-38, 1 John 2:27, Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing God Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Sep 22, 2009

Many churches if they were honest would put this plaque on their wall: the Church to an unknown God

12. The Book of Acts August 09th, 2009 Knowing God: Athens Religion can make us do some strange things. This is not new. It has been going on for thousands of years. If you turn to Acts 17:16 we see Paul arriving in Athens. Athens is the intellectual capital of the ancient world. This is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31

Denomination: *other

"Can You Spare Some Change"

Contributed by William R Lutz on Jun 3, 2014

SERMON ON THE NEED AND ABILITY TO CHANGE.

IN A FEW DAYS WE HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO STEP INTO A NEW YEAR NOT CRAWL, DURING THIS TIME OF YEAR WE REFLECT UPON THE PAST AND RETHINK OUR FUTURE....... WHILE WE REFLECT WE HAVE A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO RECAST OUR FUTURE BY SEPARATING THE THINGS IN LIFE AND MINISTRY THAT WE NEED TO CHANGE AND THE ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Would Talk For You

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 9, 2015

when you talk and talk and talk and talk with God until your back, neck and mouth pains, do you think He would not do anything for you? Come on, He would go all out to bless you!

He would talk for you! 1 Chronicles 18:9”When Tou king of Hamath heard that David had defeated the whole army of Hadadezer, king of Zobah, 10 he sent his son Hadoram to King David, to ask about his health and to bless him…” Listen! I’m excited about this! I shared a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 18:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

His Character - Our Calling

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2015

A sermon to emphasis the importance of holiness.

"His Character -- Our Calling" 1 Peter 1:13-16 1 Peter 1:13 Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ; 14 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Church And Evangelism

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jul 11, 2016

The supreme task of the Church is the evangelization of the World The Church is the most powerful force on the earth. The miracle ministry of Jesus Christ is still God's indispensable Method for world evangelism today.

The Church and Evangelism The supreme task of the Church is the evangelization of the World The Church is the most powerful force on the earth. The miracle ministry of Jesus Christ is still God's indispensable Method for world evangelism today. Act 19:11 And God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:10-12

Planning Adequately For The New Year

Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Dec 29, 2021

This sermon serves as a guide in planning your life for the coming year. It gives an opportunity to reflect on the past year and look forward with hope into the future

THE NEED FOR PERSONAL PLANNING If you forget all that happened in the past, if becomes a challenge planning properly for the future. The future does not always depend on the past but it must learn from it. The future is bright when you have enough energy to face what is ahead of you. Moving into ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 103:1-5, Isaiah 43:18-19, 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To See God Anytime

Contributed by Felix Ishola on Feb 13, 2020

One interesting truth of scriptures is that the invisible God can be seen. The bible says that 'Moses endured as seeing Him who is invisible' (Hebrews 11:27). But how can someone who is invisible been seen?

One interesting truth of scriptures is that the invisible God can be seen. The bible says that Moses 'endured as seeing Him who is invisible'. (Hebrews 11:27) But how can someone who is invisible been seen? How possible is it for someone to see, know and recognize the Person who is famous ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:27, John 4:24, Deuteronomy 4:15, John 1:1, Hebrews 1:1-3, John 1:14, 1 Samuel 3:21, Micah 1:1, Isaiah 2:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Revive Us Who Love Your Word Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2014

The psalmist suffers affliction. He is dogged by the wicked, persecutors, enemies, & treacherous people. His crises cause him to beseech God to step in and renew him in the Spirit of the Lord (CIT)

PSALM 119: 153-160 [The Ministry of The Word Series] REVIVE US WHO LOVE YOUR WORD In this section [Resh the 20th letter in the Hebrew alphabet] the psalmist draws still nearer to God in prayer, and gives reasons why the Lord should answer him. With boldness he pleads his intimate connection ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:153-160

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Theft

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 11, 2023

An unstable person who feels inadequate in their identity might steal another’s because it might bring them personal gain. Others who have turned to evil find pleasure in stealing from a person more wealthy than they.

Knowing mankind has to have individual identifiers for every person, place and thing, he has instinctively created an almost impossibility to recognize things of a spiritual nature. Man cannot readily recognize things of a spiritual nature because he does not see, hear, touch, nor smell or taste a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24, 1 John 2:15-16, Colossians 3:17, Philippians 2:5-11, Ephesians 4:1-3, Philippians 3:15-19, Colossians 3:1-8, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Heals Emotional And Mental Sickness. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 29, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing of emotional and mental sickness.

Emotional and mental sickness can be debilitating and affect every area of our lives. However, as believers, we have hope in God's healing power. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on God's healing of emotional and mental sickness. The Biblical Basis for Emotional ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:3, 1 Peter 5:7

Bearable Burdens

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 15, 2024

God gives us "bearable burdens" so that we can grow in his matchless grace. His grace is perfected in weakness as we walk out the burdens He has given us to carry, just as Paul did with his thorn of the flesh.

1 Corinthians 10:13 says, “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” (ESV) Have you ever been in a situation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 12:2, James 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

It's All In The Timing Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 5, 2004

First of 5 on the Jesus Controversy. Key Understanding: God is expressed in Jesus It’s not the teaching, the philosophy, or the concepts of love and compassion that made Jesus controversial. It’s the person.

4/18/04 – It’s All in the Timing The Feast of Shelters Slide #1 The Feast of the Shelters was the third of the great annual festivals In the Jewish tradition there are several feasts. These events are a sort of religious holiday where several days are given to the celebration of life and the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ