Sermons on Firstborn:

Angels, Drifters, And Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 22, 2016

Today we are dealing with the most important thing about our lives. What we think of and how we respond to Jesus is the most crucial thing about us.

Angels, Drifters, and Jesus (Hebrews 1:4-2:4) 1. There is nothing more boring for a married man than going shopping with his wife in a women’s clothing store. Not only is there no hardware department to occupy the men, but men are often frustrated that their wives return empty-handed, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God And Government Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 10, 2020

What does God say about government and how are we to deal with it?

We the People in America are still trying to find out what type of government we will have in the next 4 years. Too many of us are anxious of our government. Isn’t interesting that we just finished talking about what the future will be? You already know the answer, but this morning, let us remind ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3, Genesis 2:15-17, Genesis 3:6-7, Romans 13:1-7, Acts 5:27-29, 1 Timothy 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#2 Reconcile Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

Conflict is a catalyst for growth in Christians because we called to be more. Conflict leads to holiness.

READ as the INTRO 15 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15, Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Prayer Model Series

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on May 31, 2018

Paul prayed some powerful prayers that we may pray as well for our church, family, nation etc.

The Model Prayer of Paul The Apostle Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 05-31-2018 Sermon Outline Introduction: The importance of prayer can be illustrated in the following story as told by DL Moody, a man greatly used of God: The Praying Cripple. ‘I once knew a little cripple who lay upon her death-bed. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shaping Your Legacy Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 31, 2018

Jacob's blessing of his sons provides an opportunity for hearers to think about their legacy. A legacy is built by choices. Our legacy does not control us. In Christ, we create a new legacy.

SHAPING YOUR LEGACY—Genesis 49 Have you thought about what kind of legacy you will leave for your descendants? I’m not talking about wealth or property, but about the impact we have on the lives of others. We have all inherited a legacy. (Note to preacher: Personalize this!) I am a cheap ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Seeing Jesus In The Feast Of Firstfruits” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 13, 2017

The Feast of Firstfruits points to the resurrection of Jesus.

We come now to the third feast celebrated in the Jewish religious calendar, the Feast of Firstfruits. (READ TEXT) Firstfruits marked the start of the grain harvests in Israel. Barley was the 1st to ripen of the grains sown in the winter months. For Firstfruits, a sheaf of barley was brought to the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 23:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Presentation

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Dec 14, 2014

peace hope and joy

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17

Denomination: *other

The Blessings Of Children

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 8, 2017

When can a blessing be the cause of cursing?

The Blessing of Children Genesis 29:31-35 The Bible says that children are blessings. Psalm 127:3 says they are the “heritage of the LORD, and that the man who has many of them is blessed. Jacob would eventually have 12 sons and at least one daughter. So in one way we can see that Jacob was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:19-34, Genesis 29:31-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Colossians 1 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Oct 1, 2021

Introduction

The Book of Acts ends with Paul in prison in Rome. Four letters – Philippians, Philemon, Colossians and Ephesians – are known as the Prison Epistles, since all make reference to Paul being in prison. Paul, however, was imprisoned in Caesarea and possibly in Ephesus, besides Rome, so the placement ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

An Odd Cast Of Characters

Contributed by John Bright on Dec 22, 2020

A sermon for Christmas Eve 2020

“An Odd Cast of Characters” Luke 2:1-17 A sermon for Christmas Eve, 2020 Pastor John Bright Luke 2 “1 And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. 2 This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. 3 So all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Joseph: God Is Able

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 18, 2024

Joseph trusted God. He knew that no matter the circumstances God was able to show up. Joseph knew how to forget and count his blessings.

Title: God is Able Theme: To show that no matter what the circumstances, God is able. Text: Genesis 50:15 – 21; Ephesians 3:20 Opening Scripture When Joseph's brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, "Perhaps Joseph will hate us, and may actually repay us for all the evil ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21, Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Church Of God

We Lift Our Hands Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 7, 2024

The second sermon in a stewardship series. This week focuses on service and vocation.

September 29, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Micah 6:6-8; Philippians 2:1-11; Mark 1:29-31 We Lift Our Hands Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. We lift our hands. Hands are amazing things. There are 27 bones in a ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8, Philippians 2:1-11, Mark 1:29-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Get Closer To God- The Greatest Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 9, 2023

This is the 157th sermon in the series Action". This is the 3rd sermon from Colossians.

Series: Action [#157] GET CLOSER TO GOD- THE GREATEST Colossians 1:13-23 Introduction: We live in a world where material things seem to matter a lot; but I believe that many people are not as concerned about how many things they have as they are about how important they are. There is a reason ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

Giving By Faith Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 8, 2023

Our giving, when in the right attitude brings us closer to God. We worship when we give our gifts to God.

God desires us to give our best. This is called giving the first fruits. This means the first agricultural produce of a season, especially when given as an offering to God. It applies to more than agriculture but giving our first and best to God. The idea that God wants us to give Him our best ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Hebrews 11:4, Matthew 23:25, Luke 11:51, Jude 1:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of God And The Plagues Of Egypt Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 7, 2022

Pharaoh chose the condition of his heart. He hardened his heart. God fixed it in the position Pharaoh chose. when someone intentionally and persistently hardens their own heart, like Pharaoh it becomes permanently fixed. The New Testament speaks of casting pearls before swine.

I travelled during the modern-day outbreak of the Bubonic plague. Today we have antibiotics. This is the prevention and cure of the bubonic plague. It was so simple. The doctor gave me a prescription for antibiotics, and I took one pill every day for prevention. Too bad they did not have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:1-24, Exodus 8:1-32, Exodus 9:1-35, Exodus 10:1-29, Exodus 11:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist