Sermons on First Seal:

Diligence Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

The pursuit of godly character requires two things: (1) put God first, and (2) remove forces that erode God’s influence

Character Counts! Diligence Matters (Proverbs 4:20-27) Theme: Character development is not an important part of life?it IS life! Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to state ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fight With The Flesh Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Feb 14, 2001

This is a two part "problem sovling sermon" on How to overcome sin tendencies in our life. The first sermon focuses on the nature of our flesh.

Romans 7:14-25 The Fight with the Flesh Problem Solving Sermon Part One [Introduction] Main Idea (Message in a Nutshell) Read the Text. Just because we have been saved by Christ doesn’t mean Christians don’t struggle with sin. In fact, the reality is, we find ourselves living by a superior ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Innocent Suffering Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 12, 2001

In today’s psalm, first lesson and gospel, the theme of innocent suffering gives us the opportunity to ponder what this means for us today.

Sermon for Palm/Passion Sunday, Year C Based on Ps. 31:9-16; Isa. 50:4-9a; Lk. 23:1-49 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Innocent Suffering” Preaching on Palm/Passion Sunday is like trying to see and appreciate the details of a beautiful landscape, while, at the same time, you’re traveling 500 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Luke 23:1-49

Denomination: Lutheran

Being Ready Means Living In Faith

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 30, 2002

First Sunday In Advent: Preparation for Jesus’ return is not ’rocket science.’ Readiness is simply living in the faith that God has called us to by grace.

Today is the first Sunday of Advent - the beginning of a new Church Year. The Altar is draped in blue - expressive of hope, expectation and anticipation, which is the dominant mood of Advent. The Advent season is four Sundays long. That is why we have the four Advent candles in the Advent wreath. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Soon It Will Be Christmas Day...again Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 2, 2002

The people who first heard the prophecies concerning the Messiah only saw him in black and white. We can see Him in color.

Soon It Will Be Christmas Day – Part 3 December 23, 2001 INTRODUCTION In Pleasantville, USA, there has never been any rain. There has never been hatred, aggression or tears. In Pleasantville, USA, there has never been a passionate kiss. There has never been a flat tire, a red rose or a work of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding God Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jan 2, 2002

Jesus’ first independant action, teaching in the Temple at the age of 12, introduces His life-long urgency of helping people find God.

Even a child is known by his doings, whether his work be pure, and whether it be right. Proverbs 20:11 “I must be about my Father’s business” -Jesus We must teach others how to find God. I. Through Worship (41-42) A. Habit-forming B. Family oriented C. Centers on praise for God’s help and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

What Happened To The Good Old Days

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 2, 2003

The song says Oh Zion what’s the matter now? The Church needs to go back to the old days back to their first love.

What Happened to the Good Old Days?????? Acts 2:37-47 & 2nd Timothy 3:1-7 In Acts the 2nd chapter we understand that this is the beginning of the church. For we know that the church began on the Day of Pentecost. Understand that at this time, the beginning of church that the church folk had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:37-47, 2 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

Colossians, Introduction And Overview Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

First of 11 messages in Colossians. Paul says three things in this overview: The Savior is Supreme; Your Salvation is Simple; You are Saved for Service

INTRODUCTION Today I want to begin a new series of messages based on the Book of Colossians. Colossians is a letter written by Paul to Christians in Colosse. It is the 7th letter of Paul placed in the middle of his 14 letters to churches and church leaders. Colosse was located in Asia minor which ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1, Colossians 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding "The Flesh" Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 29, 2006

This is the first sermon in a series of two from the perspective of The Exchanged Life which seeks to help the believer to understand what the programmed flesh is.

I often hear believers comment as they’re attempting to live the Christian life, “My life seemed a lot easier when I wasn’t a Christian.” Or, they’ll say, “Why am I having such a hard time, when those who don’t live for Christ seem to be so ‘happy go lucky’, they seem to live without a care in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Model For Corporate Worship Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 10, 2007

Exposition of Nehemiah 8:1-12, first of a two-part message from this text about worship in the revival that Nehemiah helped lead

Text: Nehemiah 8:1-12, Title: Model for Corporate Worship 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/11/07, PM A. Opening illustration: Talk about the different options opened to the church planter for worship service like the musical style, the dress, the orders of service, buildings, preaching styles, position of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Husband And Wives Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jun 1, 2010

Eph 5:21 says "Submit to one another out of reverence for Christ." Paul's first example of this is in the relationship between a husband and wife.

RELATIONSHIPS – HUSBANDS AND WIVES In the movie The Poseidon Adventure, the ocean liner S.S. Poseidon is on the open sea when it hits a tidal wave and tips over. Because of the air trapped inside the ocean liner, it floats upside down. In the confusion, the survivors can't figure out ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

My Readiness Can Change The World Series

Contributed by James Kirkland on Oct 25, 2010

To run a marathon of 26 miles, you must first be able to run a single mile. Being prepared is being ready for the task at hand.

Matt 24:36-44 (NIV) Opening scripture 36 "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 37 As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Expect Persecution Series

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 27, 2010

We can expect persecution because Jesus was persecuted, because the world hated Him first and will hate us who love Him.

Expect Persecution Faith Expectations Part 6 06/08/08 PM Text: Various [This lesson and this series are drawn from the writings of Tom Allen in his book “What to expect now that you believe.”] Faith Expectations This lesson is another in the series titled Faith Expectations. I know it is probably ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ripple Effects Of Communion

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 7, 2010

Since the first “last supper” there have been ever-expanding ramifications, waves if you please, of God’s grace extending to the world.

THE RIPPLE EFFECTS OF COMMUNION * Mark 14:12-24 Sermon Objective: Since the first “last supper” there have been ever-expanding ramifications, waves if you please, of God’s grace extending to the world. 12On the first day of the Feast of Unleavened Bread, when it was customary to sacrifice the ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

The Time Is Now

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 7, 2009

Jesus shares in His first Inaugural Address that now is the point in history for Jesus’ ministry of redemption to begin and do God’s will.

THE TIME IS NOW-- Luke 4:14-21 Proposition: “Jesus shares in His first Inaugural Address that now is the point in history for Jesus’ ministry of redemption to begin and do God’s will. Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to realize that the time is now to trust Christ as Savior and to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:12-21

Denomination: Baptist