Sermons on first things: showing 1,141-1,155 of 199,632

"All Things New"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 26, 2014

A sermon for the New Year.

"All Things New" Revelation 21:1-6 I searched and searched the internet through hundreds of predictions for the coming New Year and here is a top-ten list of what is predicted to happen in the year 2015: # 10. Language Differences will Disappear. * according to what I found, through "some kind ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: United Methodist

Forget The Things Of The Past Series

Contributed by Rev. Reynaldo Bechayda on Sep 8, 2010

A sermon on how a believers are expected to move forward... forget the things of the past and finish the race.

“Forget the Things of the Past” Philippians 3:12-13 (ESV) Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Response Part 3

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 15, 2014

This message focuses on Elijah's response to the prophets of Baal and to Jezebel's threats.

First Response Part 2 Scriptures: Proverbs 3:5-6; 1 Kings 18:21-26; 36-39; 19:1-4 Introduction: This message will conclude this series on first responses. Previously I shared with you that our first responses are those initial responses that we have to a situation. It is those responses that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Study Of First And Second Corinthians Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 24, 2015

The Study Of First and Second Corinthians

The Study Of First and Second Corinthians 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: First Corinthians The church in Corinth was begun by Paul on his second missionary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

The Study Of First And Second Thessalonians Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 24, 2015

The Study Of First and Second Thessalonians

The Study Of First and Second Thessalonians 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: Thessalonica was a large and prosperous city in Macedonia. It was located on the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

15 The First Death Wish Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 29, 2020

This is the 15th of 31 devotions from a series called, 'The Church Called Jonah.' In these devotions, which are based on the book of Jonah, I make a comparison between The Church-at-large in the light of this present global pandemic.

# 15 – The First Death Wish Jonah 1:12: “And he said to them, ‘Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will become calm for you. For I know that this great tempest is because of me.’” In our previous devotion we saw how the sailors asked Jonah what they should do to him so that the sea ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:12, Matthew 24:1-31, Matthew 24:21, Proverbs 28:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Doing The Right Thing Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 6, 2003

We must have the courage to do the right thing.

DOING THE RIGHT THING Genesis 39:1-23 S: Courage Th: Profiles in Courage Pr: WE MUST HAVE THE COURAGE TO DO THE RIGHT THING. ?: Inductive KW: Segments TS: We will breakdown the story of Joseph in Genesis 39 into six sections that will show how he handled adversity. The _____ section ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Investing In Eternal Things

Contributed by Dan Stires on Nov 14, 2002

How a person invests in spiritual values that will last for eternity as opposed to investing in earthly values that will be destroyed. A salvation message and a message that encourages believers to a investment for eternity.

Investing in Eternal Things Matthew 6:19-21 Intro: 1. This morning I want to preach to you a sermon entitled: Investing in Eternal Things To begin with this morning I want to ask you some questions: 1) Where are your thoughts? 2) What do you think about? 3) Are your thoughts on earth or on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Things That Go Bump Series

Contributed by J.d. Tutell on Oct 25, 2010

The difference between miracles and magic is revealed to the seven sons of Sceva and all of Ephesus.

I’ve been asking a question, leading up to this sermon for the past few months, it’s simply this, do you believe in the supernatural. It seems like a strange question to ask of Christians after all we pray to a God we can’t see, we believe in life after death, we believe in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

Asking For One Thing

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 4, 2004

This sermon encourages the hearer to be a "one-thing" person. Can be used as a baccalaureate message.

“ASKING FOR ONE THING” Ps. 27 INTRO – If you could ask God for just one thing, what would it be? - Might be that you would ask God for a loved one, family member or friend, to be healed of some sickness or disease; - Might be that you would ask God for someone you know might be saved; - Might be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4

Denomination: Baptist

All Things New

Contributed by Brian Vickers on Dec 14, 2004

Funeral sermon for a believer.

Revelation 21:1-5 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the old heaven and the old earth had disappeared. And the sea was also gone. 2And I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven like a beautiful bride prepared for her husband. 3I heard a loud shout from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Things Guaranteed Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jul 31, 2008

There are many famous verses in the Bible, and this is one of them. We love to quote it. We love to claim it. We love to hold God accountable to it. But what does it mean?

Good Things Guaranteed Griffith Baptist Church – 8/3/08 A.M. Service Text: Romans 8:28 Key verse: Romans 8:28 – And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose. The Introduction There are many famous verses in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer That Changes Things

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 19, 2007

Proposition: Faith is necessary for believers to rise to God’s expectations.

Prayer that Changes Things Rev. Sean Lester October 17, 2004 Text: Luke 17:1-10 LK 17:1 Jesus said to his disciples: "Things that cause people to sin are bound to come, but woe to that person through whom they come. [2] It would be better for him to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are A Beautiful Thing

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 22, 2014

The One power that can free you from your sinful nature is not involved in your problems, because, you haven't decided to make Him your Savior. You are not designed for shame or regret. You are designed for power and a purpose.

The word 'slave' is terrible word with a horrible meaning. Today we don't use the word slavery as much as we use the word trafficking. But, it's the same thing. According to the UN 2.5 million human beings are bought and sold as property all over world. According to this same report 1.2 million ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First 42 Months : 3 Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Aug 8, 2008

Part 14 in a series on the prophecies found in the book of Daniel. Continued look at chapter 11.

The Prophecies of Daniel Part 14: The First 42 Months (Daniel 11:25-28; 40-43) This morning is week 14 of our study of the Prophecies found in the Old Testament book of Daniel. Daniel was a Jewish man who received visions from God concerning what has been come to be called the Times of the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:25-43

Denomination: Baptist