Sermons about First Principles

The First Star Trek

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

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Like the Magi, we are all on a star trek. Some are searching for something; some may be the star God uses to guide others to Jesus. The magi weren’t wise because they sought Jesus; we call them wise because they found Jesus.

The First Star Trek Matthew 2:1-12 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION For all of you who are looking for Santa this week, I need to read a memo to you. To: All Southern USA Residents From: Santa RE: Replacement Santa “I regret to inform you that effective immediately, due the growing population, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Love At First Sight Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 5, 2003

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This is the 1st study in the study "Itimacy". (A study in the Song of Solomon.) This study looks at physical attraction in dating and marriage.

LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT? Song of Solomon 1:1-6 In the Old Testament there are two books that never mention God in the entire text. These books are the Book of Esther, which is a story of the redemption of God’s people; and the Song of Solomon. Not only does the Song of Solomon not refer to God ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Peter's First Message

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 11, 2003

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Peter Addresses the crowd assembled at Pentecost

Peter’s First Message Acts 2:14-36 Jeff Hughes – February 9, 2003 Calvary Chapel Aggieland I. Introduction a. All of us here can probably relate to our first time speaking or performing in public. Unless you are one of those individuals that has ice water in their veins, it was no doubt a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First They Gave Themselves

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Feb 16, 2003

based on 78 ratings

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What God wants most is "you"!

TITLE: They Gave Themselves TEXT: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5 TOPICS: Total Consecration, Love Gives INTRODUCTION Illus: Thrifty Car Rental sponsors an annual Honeymoon Disasters Contest (www.honeymoondisasters.com), and they have received stories on everything from mudslides to Montezuma’s revenge. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taking The First Step Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 7, 2002

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1 of 4 of the series In Pursuit: The Jesus Walk. When we say we are followers of Christ what are we really saying? This message uncovers the first step in walking the Jesus Walk.

TAKING THE FIRST STEP Matthew 4:18-20 READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: Luke 9:23 (NIV) 23 Then he said to them all: "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. INTRODUCTION As a parent I’ve noticed something interesting taking place in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking God First Series

Contributed by Deontaye Ford on Nov 23, 2002

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This sermon is short but simple. Its main focus is to let people know that they should seek God first in everything.

In order to keep things real with God, you must first be real with your self by knowing that with God, all things are possible but without him you can have nothing. People often say that God does not supply their needs when what they really mean is that he does not give them everything they want. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, John 18:4, Acts 2:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

First Person Imperative

Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 24, 2002

based on 19 ratings

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The psalmist, David, commands himself to give praise to the Lord and we should too, in every circumstance.

Today you get a linguistics lesson. Those of you who come here all the time know that I don’t stand up here and pontificate on Greek participles and Hebrew verbs every week. First I’m not smart enough, second it’s boring. But today you’re going to hear about Hebrew verbs, because it’s essential ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The First Gifts Of Christmas

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 9, 2002

based on 18 ratings

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This message looks at gifts given that first Christmas.

When I say Christmas, what do you think? The birth of Christ, Joy to the world, peace on earth and good will to men? Poppycock, when I say Christmas you think: presents, gifts, goodies. For all of the noble and pure motives that we claim we’d be awful disappointed if there wasn’t anything under ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

The First Commandment With A Promise

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 17, 2001

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God promises a special blessing for all children who honor their fathers and mothers.

To learn of the first ’duty’ that a godly child or young person is to perform, we want to go back in time to the occasion when Moses brought the children of Israel out of Egypt to a mountain called Sinai. Exodus 19:17-18, 20, "And Moses brought the people out of the camp to meet God, and they ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:20, Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responses To The First Christmas

Contributed by Roy Hartzell on Dec 24, 2001

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This is a candle lignting service that will help you think about how you respond to Jesus at Christmas.

RESPONSES TO THE FIRST CHRISTMAS—Candle Lighting Service (Adapted from “A Savior Has Been Born” by Melvin Newland; sermoncentral.com; page 4 of his list of sermons; Dec. 1996) ( I preached: Dec. 23, 2001) Luke 2:1-14 In the last ten to twenty years and maybe even longer, we have seen a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Calling The First Witness

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002

based on 13 ratings

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This sermon talks about the fact that faith is more than something that is just in our head. It is expressed in our giving and in our living.

November 11, 2001 Hebrews 11:4,5 “Calling the first witness” I. INTRODUCTION A defendant was on trial for murder in Oklahoma. There was strong evidence indicating guilt, but there was no corpse. In the defense’s closing statement the lawyer, knowing that his client would probably be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Examining The First Witness

Contributed by Devin Hudson on Jan 22, 2002

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4th sermon in a John series

Examining the First Witness John 1.19-34 In 1948, a remarkable religious phenomenon occurred in the US. It began in a tent near Hollywood California, under the preaching of a young evangelist. The crowds were sparse at first but as the preaching continued, the crowds began to grow. Finally some ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

First The Test Then The Miracle

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 25, 2001

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This sermon deals with the need to go through trials and tests before we see a miracle.

First The Test, Then The Miracle 10/1/2000 2 Kings 6:24-33 Matthew 14:22-34 There are a lot of people who want to see God do a miracle, but very few are volunteering to be in the circumstances which requires a miracle to take place. Many of us would like to walk on water, but don’t ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

First Act Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Apr 27, 2001

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Once we believe and accept Jesus, there is an act that is to follow; do you know what it is?

First Act of Obedience April 28, 2001 What is the first act of obedience to God supposed to be? Do you know what you’re meant to do as a first expression of your deepest gratitude to God when you accept free salvation and grace given to you through Jesus Christ? Do you know that you are supposed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First The Test Then The Miracle

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 17, 2002

based on 11 ratings

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Revision Of An Earlier Sermon which deals with faith coming through trials and testing by looking at the prophet Elisha.

First The Test, Then The Miracle 7/04/2002 2 Kings 6:24-33 Matthew 14:22-34 There are a lot of people who want to see God do a miracle, but very few are volunteering to be in the circumstances which requires a miracle to take place. Many of us would like to walk on water, but don’t ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-34, 2 Kings 6:24-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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