Sermons on Firstfruits:

A New Perspective On Life: Romans 13:8 Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Aug 14, 2016

"We are not human beings having a spiritual experience, but spiritual beings having a human experience." Only the object and the subject have been changed in this observation, but the change in perspective is dramatic.Paul shows us a better view of life.

A New Perspective on Life Propers for The First Sunday in Advent Isaiah 28:14-22 Psalm 46 ALMIGHTY God, give us grace that we may cast away the works of darkness, and put upon us the armour of light, now in the time of this mortal life, in which thy Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Anglican

Nativity Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 12, 2016

The word, "nativity" comes from the Latin word meaning, "to be born". But on that day it wasn't just about who was born, but also what was born. There were four things that came with the arrival of Jesus. Today we'll look at the first two-hope and peace.

NATIVITY INTRODUCTION: The word, "nativity" comes from the Latin word meaning, "to be born". And if I were to ask you, who was born you would all answer, "Jesus". But on that blessed day it wasn't just about who was born, but also what was born. I'll be talking about four things that came with the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Standing Firm In The Truth

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 5, 2022

The "mystery of lawlessness is already at work," but God had revealed the truth to His people, the truth in which we must "stand firm."

God’s people in Thessalonica were confused. Someone they trusted had lied to them. Someone had told them that the day of Christ’s return had come and gone and that they had missed it. Christ’s return is just one thread, of course, in the total fabric of doctrine, but, like all the other threads, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Victory Over Death Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 18, 2022

Resurrection Day Message, last sermon in the series "The Believer's Hope." Like Jesus, we too can have the victory over death. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

The pyramids of Egypt are famous because they contain the mummified bodies of ancient Egyptian kings. Westminster Abbey in London is renowned, because in it rest the bodies of English nobles and notables. Mohammed’s tomb (medina, Saudi Arabia) is noted for the stone coffin and the bones which it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58

Denomination: Baptist

Misfit Christmas: Impact Of The Greatest Misfit Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 4, 2021

A MISFIT is “a person who’s not like everyone else – they’re different.” We Christians are supposed to be different -- we're supposed to be like Jesus! Jesus turned the world right-side-up because it was upside down. Has He touched you yet?

MISFIT CHRISTMAS: Impact of the Greatest Misfit INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Good Idea 1. Two Centerpoint natural Gas company men were checking gas meters in a suburban neighborhood. They parked their truck at the end of an alley worked their way to the other end. 2. At the last house, a woman ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving God Pre-Eminence

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 12, 2022

Kirk Franklin several years ago wrote “The Reason Why We Sing”. Some of the words are Someone asked the question Why do we sing? When we lift our hands to Jesus What do we really mean? Someone may be wondering When we sing our song At times we're even crying And nothings even wrong.

Giving God Preeminence By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Kirk Franklin several years ago wrote “The Reason Why We Sing”. Some of the words are Someone asked the question Why do we sing? When we lift our hands to Jesus What do we really mean? Someone may be wondering When we sing our ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-18, Exodus 20:3, Romans 7:18

Denomination: Apostolic

A Quarter Every Sunday Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 14, 2024

Based on Malachi 3:6-10 - Challenges hearers to consider the importance of tithing & giving.

“A QUARTER EVERY SUNDAY” Malachi 3:6-10 FBCF – 10/13/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Some churches are really serious when it comes to getting their tithes & offerings collected. Business mtg minutes - Baptist Church, March 23, 1907: “On motion all male members of the church who neglect or refuse to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Trinity Exposition: Why Should I Believe?

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jun 25, 2023

Is God the Father the only “one God”—or is the Son, Jesus, God too? If so, do Christians worship more than one God? Is that not polytheism, as some suggest? Is God the Father superior to Jesus? Did Jesus come after the Father? Was there a time when the Father but not Jesus existed?

Introduction: Let me start it with a humor, Why did the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit start a band? Because they had perfect harmony! Why did the Trinity go to the baseball game? Because they heard there would be a lot of "Son" shine! Let us Pray: Is God the Father the only “one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19, 2 Corinthians 13:14, Genesis 1:26, John 14:16, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Living Out The Message Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 14, 2023

True religion puts words into action.

Living Out The Message Jeffery Anselmi / General True Religion / Faith; Example / James 1:19–25 True religion puts words into action. INTRODUCTION • Have you been around a person who could talk a good game? • They would tell you how great they were at whatever they bragged about. • I have seen ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Initiating The Turn-10(2024)

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 1, 2024

10 of 12. Luke informed his audience of the initial steps that God took to turn His people toward Himself. God began the process of turning of His people toward Himself. But what principles does God use to begin turning people toward Himself? In Initiating the Turn, God uses...

‘INITIATING The TURN’-X—Luke 1:23(:5-25) Attention: My wife & I have ‘key fobs’ for use of one of our cars. We have to have it close to the car in order to open the car door. The fob not only allows us to open the door but also allows us to start the car. And starting the car is something ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:23, Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

Acknowledging God In The Harvest Festival

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Oct 5, 2024

Why MUST we celebrate harvest? What should we thank God for? When and how should we mark it. And what did David think about it?

Today is our harvest festival. It’s the time of year when we formally thank God for the harvest. I’d like to tell you a couple of little stories as a lead in to the subject of thanking God. The first story is about Christmas when I was a child. A pile of presents would build up under the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:16, Hosea 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Satan's Plan On How To Destroy Your Church.

Contributed by Oscar Ventura on Oct 1, 2023

There are things we are all responsible of doing to keep our church alive, since we are the body of Christ. We must work to keep it working and healthy. If we ignore such responsability then we are helping the church to be destroyed.

Satan's plan on how to destroy your church. Intro: There are things we are all responsible of doing to keep our church alive, since we are the body of Christ. We must work to keep it working and healthy. If we ignore such responsability then we are helping the church to be destroyed. The same ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Baptist

Year 2024 - Prayer And Fasting To Open Up The New Year. It's My Year Of Freedom, From All Manners Of Oppression And Shame Series

Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Jan 1, 2024

It's my year of FREEDOM, from all manners of oppression and shame

2024 - Prayer and Fasting to open up the New Year It's my year of FREEDOM, from all manners of oppression and shame Day 1: Tue Jan 2, 2024 We are starting the new year with appreciation of His past, current and futures deeds in our life. It's an opportunity to speak from our soul and bless ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:8-9, Psalm 107:19-21, Leviticus 26:12, Isaiah 43:2, Genesis 5:24, 1 Samuel 17:45-50, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Jeremiah 30:17, Psalm 107:13-14, Isaiah 54:17, Philippians 4:19, Proverbs 3:9-10, Matthew 19:14, Psalm 127:3, Psalm 119:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sanctify Today, Wonders Tomorrow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the lifelong journey of sanctification, setting ourselves apart for God's service, and the wonders He promises to those committed to this path.

Good morning, beloved, and welcome to this beautiful day that the Lord has made. I am thrilled to be here with you and I am excited about what God has in store for us today. Our focus this morning is on a powerful verse from the book of Joshua. Joshua 3:5 says, 'Joshua told the people, 'Consecrate ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5

Topics: 2024, Wonderful

Colossians 1 PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Explores the supremacy of Christ, His sacrifice, and the transformative power of His salvation.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It's a joy to gather with you today, to stand on the common ground of our shared belief, and to lift our hearts and voices in praise of the One who unites us all. We're here to honor and celebrate the divine love story that has been written for us, about us, ...read more

Topics: Greatness, Jesus Christ