Sermons on first steps: showing 211-225 of 165,733

Step Into The Son

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Oct 31, 2015

Like Lazarus we sometimes become dead spiritually and must rely on Christ to free us from the death and bondage of the world

This is a familiar story that we all know, Jesus raising His friend Lazerus from the dead. Some of us have learned our first Bible verse from this text; Jesus Wept. As Jesus reaches Bethany his friend Lazarus has been in the tomb four days now. People are still mourning and as Jesus is arriving ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Step Into The Water" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 25, 2016

A step of faith can change everything. It did for Joshua and can for you too!

MOVING TO THE PROMISED LAND “Step into the Water” Joshua 3:1-17 Every one of us at some point in our lives reach a time when we are called to make critical decisions-decisions that can be life-changing. We come to an intersection; a crossroads and we have to make a decision as to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

In His Steps

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jun 11, 2004

According to Peter, Jesus is our Standard in life, our Substitute in death, and our Shepherd in heaven!

In His Steps by Scott R. Bayles, preacher Church of Christ ------------------------------------------------------ Scripture Reading: 1 Peter 2:21-25 In 1896, a man by the name of Charles M. Sheldon penned the words of what has become a classic, inspirational and best-selling novel, "In His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Christian Church

Steps To Greatness

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite:

Steps to greatness I Samuel 16:1-22 1 Samuel 16 1And the LORD said unto Samuel, How long wilt thou mourn for Saul, seeing I have rejected him from reigning over Israel? fill thine horn with oil, and go, I will send thee to Jesse the Bethlehemite: for I have provided me a king among his sons. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

‘steps Of Faith’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 12, 2023

‘Steps of Faith’ - John chapter 4 verses 43-54. – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • Faith is central to all of life. • For example, you go to a doctor whose name you cannot pronounce. • And whose degrees you have never verified. • He gives you a prescription you cannot read. • You take it to a pharmacist you have never seen before. • He gives you a chemical compound ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Brethren

In His Steps Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 17, 2014

Christians should make the best employees...and employers.

In His Steps 1 Peter 2:18-25 Rev. Brian Bill November 15-16, 2014 Following Jesus Video Imagine that a homeless man walked into a service and interrupted the sermon by saying, “I’ve been wondering since I came in here, if what you call following Jesus is the same thing as what He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Steps To Revival

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Apr 6, 2008

A sermon preached prior to revival services, the outline was in the margins of my Bible and i’m not sure where i came up with it from so i built upon it.

Steps to Revival 2 Chronicles 14:1-6 (use NIV) Intro: How can you tell when you need revival? One person suggested that it becomes evident when it affects your hymn singing. Here are some examples: • We sing "Sweet Hour of Prayer" and are content with 5-10 minutes. • We sing "Onward Christian ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Stepping In The Light Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jul 17, 2006

2nd in the series "Love Notes: A Letter from John." About living a life of love and holiness and seeking forgiveness when you fail.

President Calvin Coolidge went to church, and afterwards was asked by a friend what the minister spoke on. “He preached on sin.” The friend asked what the preacher had to say about sin, and was told, “He’s against it.”... That’s sort of the bottom line of today’s message—that sin has no place in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Important Step Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 7, 2002

4 of 4 of the series, In Pursuit: The Jesus Walk.It’s time to make a decision! Are you pursuing Christ or are you going to follow someone or something else? This is the most crucial decision of your life! And it requires commitment to follow through on

THE IMPORTANT STEP 1 John 2:6 Read before service: John 15:1-8 (NIV) 1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6, John 15:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Step That Stands Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 19, 2012

Have you ever faced times that you really struggled with the things you see? Maybe it was a wicked person who seemed to have it all. Or maybe it is the injustice of a person living for the Lord and others, continuing to deal with hardship and suffering,

Steps along Life’s Journey A Step that Stands – Sermon 3 Psalm 73 What causes us to stumble along Life’s Journey Viewing life through the eyes of sin Viewing life from the perspective of Satan What enables us to Stand Firm along Life’s Journey Viewing life through the eyes of Faith Viewing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps To A Turnaround PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 26, 2024

This sermon explores the intertwining of divine providence and human initiative in Ruth's faithful actions, guided by Naomi's wisdom and trust in God's sovereignty.

Good morning, beloved family of God! I'm delighted to see each one of you here today, ready to receive from the Lord, ready to be filled with His Word, ready to draw closer to Him. Isn't it amazing how He always meets us right where we are, in our moments of joy and in our moments of sorrow, in our ...read more

Topics: Nothing, Happens

In Step With The Spirit Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007

I preach expository messages, and this is the fourteenth in my series on the Book of Acts.

In Step with the Spirit Acts 8:1b-40 August 12, 2007 Raised a Baptist, I’ve still got Baptist feet. In other words, you don’t want to see me try to dance. That doesn’t mean I don’t have rhythm; I’m okay there, but dance? No. I’ve never laughed as much in my life, I don’t think, as I did a few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Steps To Salvation Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 12, 2008

We must use our feet to meet!

Steps to Salvation Romans 10:14-21 Rev. Brian Bill 10/12/08 Would anyone mind taking off their shoes and showing us their feet? Makes you hesitate, doesn’t it? Maybe it’s because you’ve worn your socks two days in a row or perhaps you’re just not very fond of your feet. Or maybe you suffer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Steps To Victory Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 21, 2011

Joshsua the hebrew form of Jesus Christ's name. We are shown that God has given us victory. However as with the Israelites we must step in obedience to the direction and will of God. Merely taking the steps does not gurantee victory. Taking the steps

ntro: Joshua is a book about victory. It is not victory through superiority but through surrender. Surrender to the presence, promises and provision of God. Deuteronomy and Joshua have divisions between them but are written more like a part 1 and 2 of the same story. In Deuteronomy the Children ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Next Step

Contributed by James Tino on Jun 20, 2009

Stop bailing, and start believing!

“The Next Step” by Rev. James Tino New Life Lutheran Church Miramar, FL Mark 4:35 - 41 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ; “Where do we go from here?” Have you ever said that? (I’ll bet some of you were saying that yesterday evening, as you tried to find our house for the anniversary party). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Lutheran