Sermons on First Seal:

Intro To Revelation Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Jun 24, 2009

The first of a two part sermon on Revelation. (I come from a futurist approach.)

Title- Intro to Revelation Text- Revelation 1-11 Disclaimer I. Background Info- 1 a. Author- John b. Date- 90’s AD c. Purpose- Prophecy/future events/”the time is near” d. Imagery 101 II. The Seven Churches- 2-3 a. Ephesus- lost their first love b. Smyrna- faced persecution c. Pergamum- ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

First Fruits From Faithful Followers

Contributed by Neil Olcott on Jun 1, 2001

Generosity & celebration go hand in hand

Date: 04-8-01 Title: First fruits From Faithful Followers Bible Text: 2Chron. 31:1-12 Subject: How can we say Thank you to God? Complement: By being generous and celebrating all He has done! Main Idea: Generosity and celebration go hand in hand. Proverbs 3:9 Honor the Lord with your wealth, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 31:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Loving One Another In First John

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jan 8, 2001

God is Love, and they who love are of God

LOVING ONE ANOTHER IN FIRST JOHN I/ WHAT LOVE DOES: 1 John 3:16-18 "Hereby perceive we the love <of God>, because he laid down his life for us: and we ought to lay down <our> lives for the brethren. {17} But whoso hath this world’s good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#3 - How To Put Jesus First Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 6, 2005

If you really want to be a follower of Jesus, he’s got to be first. (rich young ruler) But how can I make Him first? By getting rid of 4 common excuses... *HANDOUT INCLUDED* Discipleship resources here: www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1

To see the NewStart Discipleship Journal that Darrell uses for discipling new believers on how to follow Jesus, check out www.newstartdiscipleship.com/day1. ----------- 95% commitment to Jesus Christ is 5% short. What does it mean to put Jesus first? What does it mean to have total commitment ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Holiness

My First Experience With Fear And Warfare. Series

Contributed by Ladonna Omobude on Oct 2, 2005

I just wanted to give the Devil a big ole black eye, however he not only gave me the black eyeI intended for him he busted my lip and bloodied my nose. I was a babe in Christ and thought I had a black belt in Spirtual Warfare.

This part of my personal experience with fear this also introduces you When I paralyzed by fear. This more of and into to the sermon. When I started working full time for the Lord I was attacked by the enemy repetitively, he came many various ways and times. A few of his snares I feel right into ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

(Jesus At The) First Church Of Nazareth

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 4, 2005

With all these recent events that had taken place, Jesus wanted His closest and dearest friends and relatives to know Who He really was.

(Jesus at the) First Church of Nazareth Introduction: One part of preaching that can be fun is coming up with titles for sermons. Titles can say little or nothing, or they can say a mouthful. Do you notice anything missing from this one tonight? The answer may not be that obvious at first…the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Guidelines For Seeking First His Kingdom

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 28, 2003

Resist, reject and renounce all rival kingdoms to that of the kingdom of God. There are many kingdoms that will attempt to compete with the kingdom of God that include egotistical, monetary, fleshly, worldly and devilish influences. We must take seriously

How to Seek First His Kingdom Illustration: God is ready to assume full responsibility for the life wholly yielded to Him. Andrew Murray. Quote:In order to seek first the kingdom, we must begin by seeking first the King: His praise, His purpose, and His plan. Paul J. Fritz Illustration: Bruce ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Revelation 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God's Principle Of First-Fruit Thanksgiving"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Nov 24, 2003

God’s principle for THANKSGIVING is His principle for FIRST-FRUIT giving as well. God demands first place ... in GIVING ... and THANKSgiving.

“God’s Principle Of First-Fruit Thanksgiving” Proverbs 3:9-10 INTRODUCTION: Tomorrow is THANKSGIVING! This is a special day set aside to THANK GOD for His blessings, love and grace. Even ATHEISTS can’t get around the fact that our nation honors God on this special day. Why don’t true Atheists ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10, Malachi 1:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Facts Concerning Our First Fruits

Contributed by Dr. Scott Caudill on Apr 15, 2002

Are you giving God your very best? Let’s consider the facts concerning our first fruits.

FACTS CONCERNING OUR FIRSTFRUITS Proverbs 3:7-10 As you study your Bible you’ll find that the book of Proverbs is in a section of the Bible knows as, “Wisdom Literature”. The other books that would be included in the section would be the book of Job, the Psalms, the book of Ecclesiastes as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

"The Danger Of Leaving The First Love"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on May 13, 2002

Loving Jesus first and foremost!

ATHE DANGER OF LEAVING THE FIRST LOVE@ Dr. Dennis Deese REVELATION 2:1-7 This church represents the church age in history between Pentecost and 100 A.D. Ephesus literally means "desirable". Ephesus was the chief city of the province of Asia. It was the metropolitan city that influenced both ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

The First Missionary Journey (Part 1) Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 12, 2002

This sermon encourages people to find and fulfill God’s call on our lives.

The First Missionary Journey (Part 1) Acts 13:1-52 July 14, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration; source: Today In The Word, August, 1989, p. 33.] The following ad once appeared in a London newspaper: "Men wanted for hazardous journey. Small wages, bitter cold, long months of complete darkness, constant ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The First Missionary Journey (Part 2) Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Jul 20, 2002

This sermon demonstrates the great commitment that the apostle Paul had to the great commission and the great commandment and calls all of us to that that same commitment.

The First Missionary Journey (Part 2) Acts 14 July 21, 2002 Intro: A. [NO SCAR? By Amy Carmichael] Hast thou no scar? No hidden scar on foot, or side, or hand? I hear thee sung as mighty in the land, I hear them hail thy bright ascendant star, Hast thou no scar? Hast thou no wound? Yet I was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28, 2 Timothy 3:10-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church That Lost Its First Love

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Dec 24, 2003

The aim of this year end sermon is to get us to rexamine ourselves as to the intensity of our first love.

The Church that Lost its First Love December 28, 2003 Revelation 2:1-7 INTRO: A. 2003 was certainly an eventful year; let me briefly take you through it… 1. January began with a month of news talk about the disappearance of Laci Peterson who was last seen on Christmas Eve, 2002. 2. On ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Of All Pray--Part 2 Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004

Prayer is essential because of what we are to prayer for.

First of All Pray—Part 2 1 Timothy 2:3-8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Gallagher, the wacky comedian with Sledg-o-matic that he uses to squish all sorts of fruits and vegetables on stage, likes to point out that we humans are a strange lot. He ought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Jesus – Performs His First Miracle!” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 28, 2006

# 6 in series -A Study of the Book of John - “That You May Believe.” From this the first miracle we can learn four things about miracles.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 6 “Jesus – Performs His First Miracle!” John 2:1-12 This story begins with the words “On the third day,” that is to say just three days after His baptism in ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist