Sermons on First Sacrifice:

The Kingdom Of God, Introduction And Old Testament View Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 26, 2015

We begin a survey of the Bible searching for the Kingdom of God. First, background is laid in the Old Testament.

1 . LAYING THE GROUNDWORK A. Why such a study? Psalm 45:1 is my verse now: "My heart is overflowing with a good theme; I recite my composition concerning the King (and His Kingdom); my tongue is the pen of a ready writer!" When was the last time you prayed “Thy kingdom come”? What did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Should We Love Jesus?

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jun 8, 2025

We love Jesus because he loved us first. This sermon was preached during a Youth Group Retreat

When we ask young people why they believe in God or attend church, we often hear responses like: "I don’t know" "I grew up in church" "I like my friends here" "My parents made me come" While these answers explain why someone might be present at church, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Suffering Servant Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 24, 2024

When your life crashes, bow before Jesus as your Sovereign Lord, believe in Jesus, who was scorned, bank on His substitutionary sacrifice; then benefit from His victory and success.

Marla Kiley, from Denver, Colorado, tells the story of an accounting department of a large insurance company. They were working on year-end reports when their computers crashed. So they put in an emergency call to a systems analyst, who arrived three hours later. He was late, because when he first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, John 1:14, John 12:37-38, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 27:12-14, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Let Us Give Thanks To God.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Sep 20, 2018

We need to give thanks to God based on what He did in Christ (Roma 1-11) by worshiping Him in offering our body as sacrifice and committing ourselves to the body of Christ.

“Let us give thanks to God” (Romans 12:1, 4-5) 1. And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. This is truly the way to worship him. 4 Just as our bodies ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, Romans 12:4-5, Romans 3:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Mind Of Serenity Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 16, 2018

To establish that Christ had a mind of submission, sacrifice and serenity (great patience); when He came to earth, to do the will of His Father. This lesson is the last of three in the series: “The Mind of Christ.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. Christ’s Mind of Serenity Remarks. 1. Today we are going to be discussing the mind of Christ. The beloved apostle Paul encourages the saints at Philippi to: “If there be therefore in a consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Living To Life Everlasting Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 6, 2015

Will we accept the sacrifice of Christ as sufficient ... or will you continue doing life yourself? Easter is about the glory of the Father revealed in the Son, and we either accept that or turn away from it.

From Living to Life 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 9 1 Peter 3:13-22 Introduction - Leading up to this AMAZING day we have covered three main points: -- Three encouragements from Peter to the church on living fully for Christ ∆ - First, why is our testimony so important? - v2:21, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Whatever It Takes Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006

First of a 6 part series encouraging believers to do "whatever it takes" to deepen their walk with Jesus.

A recent study showed 40 to 45% of American adults make one or more resolutions each year. Among the top new years resolutions are resolutions about weight loss, exercise, and stopping to smoke. Also popular are resolutions dealing with better money management / debt reduction. The following ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12, Ephesians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving Family Flaws Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 5, 2008

Real-to-life principles on surviving family flaws learned from the example of the very first family.

We’re beginning a new series today called "No Perfect Families Allowed, How God’s Grace Works through Imperfect Relationships." This series will be based on families in the Bible. No efforts have been made to airbrush the complexions of even of most notable households. God doesn’t attempt to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

This World Is Not My Home Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 22, 2007

Money has the power to shackle us to this present world. Our tithes and offerings have the power to power to shackle us to God in faith.

OPEN: A preacher named Ray Stedman traveled across the country for a week of meetings. The only problem was, his baggage didn’t make it. He needed a couple of suits so he went down to the local thrift shop. When he told the salesman, "I’d like to get a couple of suits," the man smiled, led him ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Worship Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 11, 2012

The Magi gave unique & unusual gifts to Jesus. They were demonstrating a prophetic understanding of Who Jesus was and the reason He came - Gold - Jesus was the King, Frankincense - Jesus was God, and Myrrh - Jesus was the Lamb of God, Who would die for t

The wise men came with a specific purpose to worship Jesus. We will look at three lessons we can learn from this passage, especially on worship. 1. Worship is faith-full 2. Worship is sacrificial 3. Worship is obedient 1. Worship is faith-full Notice the nature of the journey they took. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: *other

There's A Worshipper In You Series - The Passover

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 14, 2020

The word “Passover” comes from the word “pasha,” which comes from the noun “pesah” and resembles the Egyptian word “pesh,” which means “to spread wings over” in order to protect.”

INTRODUCTION • In Exodus 11 we find YHWH speaking to Moses concerning the last plague: “all the firstborn in the land of Egypt must die.” (Exodus 11:5). • God must do the right thing because He is God, but He balances His righteousness with His loving mercy. o He decrees judgment for all sin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:6-12, Hebrews 4:15, John 3:16, Isaiah 53:5, Ephesians 1:7, Galatians 3:13, Hebrews 13:12, Romans 5:9, 1 John 1:7, 1 Peter 1:19-21, Psalm 107:2, Revelation 9:4, Revelation 7:2-3, Exodus 12:22, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Zechariah 12:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ezekiel 9:4-6, Isaiah 53:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Was Jesus Born Into A Family That Was Poor?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 5, 2018

Luke's gospel tells us that Mary and Joseph offered the poor person's sacrifice when taking Jesus to the Temple. Why would God have chosen for His Son to be born into a poor family?

TWO YOUNG PIGEONS: Jesus’ family gave the poor offering. - Luke 2:24. - Leviticus 12:8. - Unless you know the Old Testament background, the mention of dove/pigeon offering is one that we would pass right over. We have no frame of reference on what it means. - When we look back in Leviticus, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Our High Priest Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 8, 2025

Jesus Christ, our eternal High Priest, stands as the perfect mediator between God and man, offering Himself once for all to reconcile humanity to the Father.

JESUS OUR HIGH PRIEST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 4:14-16 Key Verse: “Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our profession.” (Hebrews 4:14) Supporting Texts: Hebrews 7:24-27; Hebrews 9:11-15; Romans ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why All People Are Sinners And Why Jesus Had To Die For Our Sins Romans 3:23 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 25, 2024

The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard." But what does this mean, and why is it significant?

Why All People Are Sinners and Why Jesus Had to Die for Our Sins Romans 3:23 Understanding Human Sinfulness The concept of sin and the need for redemption are central themes in Christian theology. The Apostle Paul encapsulates the human condition in Romans 3:23 (NLT): "For everyone has ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Ecclesiastes 7:20, 1 John 1:8, Isaiah 59:2, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 1 John 4:10, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Study Of Hannah Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025

Hannah’s life is a powerful example of faith, prayer, and dedication to God. Her story encourages us to trust God in difficult times, remain faithful in prayer, and dedicate everything—including our children—to the Lord.

CHARACTER STUDY OF HANNAH – MOTHER OF SAMUEL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 1:27 "For this child I prayed; and the Lord hath given me my petition which I asked of him." – Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-11, Psalm 113:9, Philippians 4:6-7, James ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28, 1 Samuel 2:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God