Sermons on First Sacrifice:

More Than A Taker Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jun 28, 2011

You and I live in a world where each person wants to take and to accumulate. But Jesus came into the world to give, to sacrifice and to provide more than we can ever need.

Introduction: PAGE ONE: TROUBLE IN THE WORD 1 On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. Jesus’ mother was there, 2 and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. 3 When the wine was gone, Jesus’ mother said to him, “They have no more ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pentecost, It Was Kick Off Day For The Church.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 28, 2009

An understanding of the history of Pentecost. Also a bit on living a Spirit filled life

When I think of the word, Pentecost I think of an Island that was discovered on that day in 1768 that is now one of the Islands of Vanuatu that I have flown over and that is the home of the original bungy jump, I also think of those churches where people wave their hands around, sing in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

Do Not Worry - Matthew 6:31-33

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 22, 2018

Here in the Sermon On The Mount Jesus says, "Do not worry" and in doing so He is establishing the proper eternal priorities for His followers. Living in the kingdom of God and in His righteousness comes first. While the needs of this life are in His hands

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Matthew 6:31-33, Philippians 4:6-7, Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Can I Have Your A-Tenth-Tion Please Series

Contributed by Pastor Dre on May 19, 2014

Here is a sermon by Pastor Dre encouraging us to put God first in our Finances...

"Can I get your A-Tenth-tion please" Genesis 14:18-20 This morning I would like to start a 2 part series on Tithes and Offerings. Now I know some of us may be getting nervous right about now, because you say oh man here the preacher goes talking about money. Well I would like to encourage you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thinking The Sovereign Act

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jun 17, 2022

Before we display our reaction of anger, what should we think first?

“But to Jonah this seemed very wrong, and he became angry. He prayed to the LORD, ‘Isn’t this what I said, LORD, when I was still at home? That is what I tried to forestall by fleeing to Tarshish. I knew that you are a gracious and compassionate God, slow to anger and abounding in love, a God who ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

When God Became A Man

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 6, 2012

First in new series from John's Gospel. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

When God Became a Man John 1:1-14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GodBecameMan.html It's not the Gospel of John, it's the gospel of Jesus! But I'm pleased today to begin a major new series in John's Gospel. King Solomon stood in the lavish temple he had built and said, 1 Kings 8:27 But will God ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Worthy? Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores our inherent worth through Christ's sacrifice, encouraging us to live selflessly and persevere through challenges, secure in the knowledge of God's unconditional love and the promise of salvation.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we have gathered here to dive deep into God's incredible love, the price He paid for our redemption, and how we can live a life worthy of His sacrifice. But before we begin, we need to have a brief discussion around what it means to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Topics: Unconditional Love, Intrinsic Value, Eternal Salvation

The Reality Of Hell Series

Contributed by Jon Miller on Jul 12, 2005

This is the first sermon of the series Heaven Or Hell. This Message deals with the resurrection of the unjust.

Acts 24:15 (KJV) And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust. This is part one of a two part sermon. Heaven or Hell. I have good news and I have bad news. I have decided to give the bad news today ...read more

Scripture: John 5:28-29

Walking On Water Series

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Jun 19, 2001

The first of a four part series based on Matthew 14:22-32.

WALKING ON WATER Matthew 14:22-33 INTRODUCTION: R. Kent Hughes, in his book, James—Faith That Works, shares this story. "It is said that Napoleon, while looking at some papers, let slip the bridle of his horse, which reared so that the Emperor was in danger. A corporal of the grenadiers leaped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When God Lends A Hand Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 7, 2001

This is the first sermon in the series, "Becoming A Contagious Congregation, A Study of the Church at Antioch".

Notice Acts 11:21 from our scripture reading - "And THE HAND OF THE LORD WAS WITH THEM and a great number believed, and turned to the Lord." The church at Antioch was a CONTAGIOUS CONGREGATION. The fact that "a great number believed, and turned to the Lord", gets our attention. I want to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Rules Of A Pentcostal Church

Contributed by Rick Macdonald on Aug 8, 2001

As we look at spiritual gifts, we need to first look as love.

Title: The Rules of a Pentecostal Church Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 Date: November 5, 1995 By: Pastor Rick MacDonald Introduction: Life is governed by rules. Without rules - absolutes - we become people who have no boundaries and therefore are controlled only by our urges. As a result we live ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Words From The Cross # 1 Series

Contributed by Dan Southern on Mar 9, 2004

This is the first sermon in a series about the words Jesus spoke from the cross.

Title: Words From the Cross #1 Sub Title: Forgiveness Text: Luke 23: 34 Romans 3:19 “This was the most unusual pulpit” “His last words were impressive” -J. Oswald Chambers A. The seven sayings from the cross are: A DOCTRINAL ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Church Of God

High On Grass Series

Contributed by Ethan Muse on Apr 2, 2004

The first of sermons in a series on Luke 15, based on the parable of the lost sheep.

This is my adaptation of a sermon by Pastor Henry Wright I am not a theologian. I don’t claim to be, I don’t try to be, and I don’t want to be. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing necessarily against the theologian, I’m just not one. You see, theologians tend to be deep and profound, often ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mary's Experience

Contributed by Rita Sims on Apr 11, 2004

This is a first person perspective coming from Mary Magdalene on Easter morning.

MARY’S EXPERIENCE All scriptures related to Mary Magdalene Jn. 20:1-18 It was a day much like today, when it happened so long ago. It was such a great day, I’ll never forget it! After I met Jesus my whole life was changed. My name is Mary and I am from Magdala. Magdala was a busy ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: United Methodist

Consider The Lilies

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 22, 2004

The first thing we learn from Lilies is that beauty is only temporary...

Consider The Lilies Text: Matthew 6:28 To the Chinese Lily means "forever in love." Early Christians viewed the Lily as a symbol of purity. The first thing we learn from Lilies is that beauty is only temporary. Though God so beautifies this plant, He also has only given it a very short life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:28, Matthew 6:27

Denomination: Pentecostal