Sermons on Five Crowns:

Is Jesus Really The Only Way? Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 15, 2018

Fourth in a five part series that attempts to answer hard questions about God, the Bible and faith.

ENGAGE Here in the United States we worship the ability to make choices. We choose our political leaders, the kind of movies and TV show we watch, the kind of music we listen to, the products we buy at the store and even the people we associate with. And if you have any doubts about our addiction ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fight The Good Fight Of The Faith Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 7, 2022

1 Timothy 6:11-16 shows us five characteristics that mark a Christian leader.

Scripture In the last chapter of his First Letter to Timothy, Paul issued four charges to Timothy: first, about the false teachers (6:3-10), second, to Christian leaders (6:11-16), third, to rich Christians (6:17-19), and finally, to Timothy himself (6:20-21). Let us read our text for today in 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Results Of Partaking Of The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 3, 2023

Jesus tells us of five wonderful things that a person receives when he accepts Jesus.

Last week we talked about the way a person partakes of the bread of life. Jesus spelled out for us in verses 41-51 what a person must do to partake of the bread of life, that is, what a person must do to come to know Jesus personally. Tonight, in verses 52-58, Jesus tells us of five wonderful ...read more

Scripture: John 6:52-58

Denomination: Baptist

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Walk In Love

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

As we begin chapter five today, Paul commands us to imitate God by walking in love.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Walk in Love Ephesians 5:1-2 June 7, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided in two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 10, 2024

As we begin chapter five today, Paul commands us to imitate God by walking in love.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided in two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us, what Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Judgement Of The Redeemed

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 31, 2012

All saved people will be judged and rewarded according to what they did or did not do for Jesus after they were saved, if their works were good they will be rewarded, if their works were bad they shall suffer loss, yet they themselves are saved.

1Cor. 3:10-15 ~ THE JUDGEMENT OF THE REDEEMED ~ 6-2-12 * The judgment of saved people: It seems that a lot people have the idea that, well I'm saved so now I can do what ever I want to do; to start with, "our want to do" will not be to dabble in the sinful things of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A; 18th Sunday, Year A -- Five Loaves And Two Fish

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 27, 2020

Liturgy of Abundance vs. the Myth of Scarcity

Drawing on conflict theory, David G. Forney cites Walter Brueggemann's article "Liturgy of Abundance [and] the Myth of Scarcity" to conclude that, with the feeding of the five thousand (Mark 6:30-44), there is a contest between the myth of scarcity in the Book of Exodus and a liturgy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Catholic

Glorifying God By Evangelism Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2005

This is the last sermon in my series on Glorifying God. In this sermon I explore how we glorify God by evangelism. There are five elements to help us glorify God by telling others about him. These five elements are availability, worship, submission, obedi

Scripture In his book Early Christians of the Twenty-First Century Chad Wallace makes a powerful statement: "Millions of Christians live in a sentimental haze of vague piety, with soft organ music trembling in the lovely light from stain-glass windows. Their religion is a pleasant thing of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Skeletons In Jesus' Family Tree Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021

Jesus’ family tree focuses mainly on men but with 4 notable exceptions: Tamar in verse three, Rahab in verse five, Ruth also in verse five, and Bathsheba at the end of verse six. All of these women were involved in some kind of scandal.

Today we launch a special time for you and our church. You’ve Got the Time is more than a sermon series, it’s a spiritual growth campaign. It’s time where you are empowered to finally finish the entire New Testament in a little more than a month. Surveys reveal that many people spend more time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Our Purpose? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 5, 2021

If we do not know the Lord’s purpose as a church, then we can’t plan for success; and thus, we will see no results in reaching the world for Jesus Christ. This passage shows the five purposes (five E-words) designed for every church.

This morning, I want us to think about our purpose. The word “purpose” is defined as, “the reason for which something exists or is done,” and “an intended or desired result.”(1) Based on the definition of the word “purpose,” we can see how we need to consider the reason why we do certain things, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist

"Philippians: The Backstory" Series

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jul 14, 2015

The Apostle Paul from house in Rome writes a beautiful letter of joy to the Saints at Philippi who are his joy and crown from a heart of joy which comes from knowing and loving God whole-heartedly!

Cornerstone Church July 12, 2015 “Philippians: The Backstory” Philippians 1:1-11 Do you remember the days when ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Is Different

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 4, 2005

A Christmas Sermon taken from a Christmas Card (from DaySpring) Jesus had a different kind of birth; He had a different kind of kingdom; and He wore a different kind of crown

Sermon for 12/26/2004 Different Introduction: For 30 years, Randy Murphy drove without a traffic incident, without being stopped by the police, and without a driver’s license. Then, the 46 year old Knoxville, Tennessee native’s luck ran out. On his way home from work as a dishwasher, he ...read more

Scripture: John 18:36-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Strong

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 22, 2011

The soldier is upheld by the thought of final victory. The athlete is upheld by the vision of the crown. The farmer is upheld by the hope of the harvest. Each of them submits to the discipline and the toil for the sake of the glory which shall be. It is s

Opening illustration: Felipe Massa of Brazil should have won the Formula One Grand Prix in Singapore in September 2008. But as he drove off from a refueling stop while in the lead, the fuel hose was still attached. By the time his team removed the hose, he had lost so much time that he finished ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Best Comes Last

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jun 3, 2007

THE BEST COMES LAST - The week ends with the weekend - Dinner ends with desert - The day ends with rest - At the end of the year is Christmas - Cross bearing is followed by crown wearing - Disowned by the world and owned by the Lord

- Wine symbol of joy in scripture Jdg 9:13 And the vine said unto them, Should I leave my wine, which cheereth God and man, and go to be promoted over the trees? Ps 104:15And wine that maketh glad the heart of man, and oil to make his face to shine, and bread which strengtheneth man’s heart. Pr ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Financial Freedom Workshop - Session 1

Contributed by Aaron Mishoe on Sep 27, 2008

Money management series created using materials from Crown Financial Ministries and Dave Ramsey’s books. Find complete free workshop at www.LisbonWC.org/free.htm

Find the full series including Powerpoint, worksheets, and answers key at www.LisbonWC.org/free.htm Welcome! FINANCIAL FREEDOM WORKSHOP Session 1 Developed using the books: Your Money Map: A Proven 7 Step Guide to True Financial Freedom and The Total Money Makeover PURPOSE FOR THIS WORKSHOP - ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Holiness