Sermons on Foundations:

The Mystery Unveiled

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 24, 2011

A new series from the book of Ephesians. An apostle: This means messenger, and served as an official title for Paul, and the other 12 disciples. These were eyewitnesses of the resurrected Jesus and were chosen by God to lay a foundation for the Church by

The Mystery Unveiled Text: Ephesians 1: 1-14 The letter is addressed to the church in the city of Ephesus; capital of the Roman province of Asia. The author is Paul, and was written between A.D. 60-62. This was the exact time Paul was in prison in Rome, so this letter is sometimes ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Poverty Of Spirit: Selfishness Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Nov 3, 2008

It is for freedom that Christ set you free. Do not yoke yourself to the burden of debt through slavery. At the foundation of this is that all of the blessings of heaven are available to the children of God. But so many of the children of God continue to l

Confronting Our Poverty of Spirit Luke 16:19-31 It is for freedom that Christ set you free. Do not yoke yourself to the burden of debt through slavery. At the foundation of this is that all of the blessings of heaven are available to the children of God. But so many of the children of God continue ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

#-10~ Predestination Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Sep 17, 2012

Before the foundation of the world God had PREDETERMINED that there would be a Church, whosoever will is invited to be a member of His Church, many are called but few will answer the call, He has PREDETERMINED the number of saints that will be in His Chur

#-10~ Predestination: Bible Doctrine 9-15-12 Today if the Lord be willing we'll continue with our study in Bible Doctrine, and say a few things about "predestination" I believe that I should remind us that "foreknowledge, election and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Rock Solid Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 16, 2018

The foundational principles of discipleship are discussed by Jesus with the present day attenders of the Synagogue, The Pharisees and His new Disciples. Much can be learned from these teachings of Jesus about how to conduct ourselves in hostile environments.

Lead In Scripture: Luke 6:27-49 Introduction: Re-cap last week. Share a story of God sustaining you. I. Love Your Enemies - Jesus knew that the road the disciples would travel was going to produce several enemies. Therefore, He began to teach them how to respond under attack. • Luke 6:27 MSG - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-49, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 4:24, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Corinthians 3:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 30, 2018

Message 4 in our series exploring the foundational elements of a healthy walk. This message continues fleshing out the elements of the "C" continually cultivating a dynamic relationship with God. The focus of this message is drawing near to God.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “CPR for a Healthy Walk Part Four – Draw Near to God REVIEW / INTRODUCTION God created us to live in community. Community with Him, community with each other. The deeper our community with Him, the more meaningful our community with each other. Just as ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When God Raises You Up

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 2, 2018

Many times we can be discouraged by being passed over, disrespected, taken for granted or outright ignored. This sermon talks about The Foundation of Promotion, The Mechanics of Promotion & No Longer Passed Over but Sought Out.

Introduction Man is Carnal | God is Spiritual Man Strives for Democracy | God Designed the Church as a Theocracy (As Christians we live according to the government of God Acts 5:29-40 I. The Foundation of Promotion A. Prayer & Fasting 1. The Focus on the Families definition of prayer is as ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29-40, Mark 9:25-29, Deuteronomy 28:1-14, James 1:12-22, Acts 8:5-8, Revelation 5:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

God’s Mercies New Every Morning

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 28, 2019

A look at the double assurance that God will never stop loving you, the four reasons you need new mercies every day, and the foundation of God's faithfulness. This is a message that will bless your people.

GOD’S MERCIES NEW EVERY MORNING Lam. 3:22-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE GERIATRIC DATE 1. Did you hear about the 85 year-old woman who went out on a blind date with a 92 year-old man? 2. She came home very frustrated. Her daughter said, “Mom, what’s wrong?” She said, “I had to slap him three ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

U2 40, You Too?

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jun 20, 2014

God has taken us from places of sin, from the mud and mire and has lifted us and set us on a solid place. His place the firm foundation offaith! Sing his praises.

U2 40; You too? King David wrote a good number of Psalms; one that I particularly like is Psalm 40. This Psalm of praise is focused on grace and salvation. It is a song that declares how the author, the King himself was in a sticky place in, “mud and mire” is how he described it and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-10, Luke 19:1-10, Jude 1:21

Denomination: Salvation Army

Words And Their Meaning

Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 26, 2015

The Word of God stands forever, because the Word gives us life. Jesus’ obedience to God created the foundation upon which God can build and enter the temple called our heart.

There’s a story about an elderly couple that was walking out of church one Sunday. The wife said to the husband, “Did you see the strange hat Mrs. O’Brien was wearing?” “No, I didn’t,” replied her husband. “Bill smith badly needs a haircut, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Commands Of Jesus - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 5, 2022

The Great Commission has three different categories for fulfillment. They are: Go, Baptize, and Teach. Today Dr. Vorce will lay the foundation for our upcoming series entitled, "The Commands of Christ."

Matthew 28:18-20 18. And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. 19. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20. Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Affirmed And Affirming

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 26, 2020

The foundation of Martin Luther's theology is that grace is a free gift from a loving God. There is nothing we do to achieve or deserve it. In that loving affirmation, we can live freely and joyously.

October 25, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson John 8:31-36 Affirmed and Affirming Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Today we will mark a faith milestone in the lives of our youth as they affirm their baptisms. Many ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Persecution--Coming To A Church Near You? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2021

We have two challenges: to make faith in Our Lord known and to so act that Americans turn back to Christ and the Church and repent and are healed. And at the foundation of that effort, we must pray, pray, pray.

Feast of St Agnes 2021 Saint Agnes was martyred in the persecution of Diocletian, right about the year of our Lord 303. Now we in the United States tend to think in terms of four to eight years, the length of a presidential administration. But just imagine what life was like in the last half of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:7-12, Hebrews 7:25-28, Hebrews 8:1-6, Psalm 40:7-17

Denomination: Catholic

A Peep Into The Great Commission: Go Ye Therefore And Make Disciples… Matthew 28: 19.

Contributed by Uwomano Okpevra on Oct 10, 2023

The theological foundation for the Great Commission can be traced to specific passages in the New Testament, which encapsulate the essence of the Great Commission - Jesus Christ instructs his disciples to disseminate the gospel to all corners of the world.

A PEEP INTO THE GREAT COMMISSION: GO YE THEREFORE, AND MAKE DISCIPLES… MATTHEW 28: 19. By Uwomano Ben Okpevra, JP, PhD, MA.Div. ubokpevra@gmail.com Text: Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Life Through Jesus Series

Contributed by Ron Auch Jr on Dec 29, 2024

“Life Through Jesus:” this statement speaks of a theme that of which believers of Jesus focus on love, connection, and living as followers of Christ. The verses we are going to be looking at this morning emphasize love as the foundation of life in Jesus.

“Life Through Jesus” “Life Through Jesus:” this statement speaks of a theme that of which believers of Jesus focus on love, connection, and living as followers of Christ. The verses we are going to be looking at this morning emphasize love as the foundation of life in Jesus. 1. The Command to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:11, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Transformed By Truth: The Rock Of Salvation 2 Samuel 22:47 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 19, 2024

The foundational truth of God as our Rock of salvation, urging believers to anchor their faith in Him and proclaim His praise to the world. The application and call to action encourage a life marked by steadfast devotion and evangelistic zeal.

Transformed by Truth: The Rock of Salvation 2 Samuel 22:47 Introduction: Today, we delve into the powerful imagery of God as our rock and salvation, drawing insights from 2 Samuel 22:47. This verse encapsulates the profound truth that our God is worthy of praise and adoration, and through Him, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:47, Psalm 42:2, Acts 17:28, Psalm 18:2, Psalm 62:2, Psalm 18:46, Isaiah 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal