Sermons on Future Promise:

He Must Increase, I Must Decrease

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Apr 24, 2025

Every believer faces the battle of self—pride, ambition, and the longing for recognition. John the Baptist’s profound statement in John 3:30, “He must increase, but I must decrease,” cuts straight to the heart of what it means to follow Christ.

He Must Increase, I Must Decrease” Introduction: Every believer faces the battle of self—pride, ambition, and the longing for recognition. John the Baptist’s profound statement in John 3:30, “He must increase, but I must decrease,” cuts straight to the heart of what it means to follow Christ. In a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:30-35

God Is Not The Author Of Confusion PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Understand that God is a God of peace and unity, not confusion, and we must stand firm in this truth against the enemy's tactics of confusion, knowing that Christ has already won the victory.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we're going to dive into a profound truth found in the very heart of 1 Corinthians 14:33, which says, "For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints." This verse is a powerful reminder of God's plan for unity, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:33

Topics: Satan, Confusion

Confession & Repentance From Sins: How Does It Work? Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 23, 2024

When a Christian sins they must follow the teaching of 1 John 1:9, which is speaking to believers when it says, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.”

"Professor Drummond once described a man going into one of our after meetings and saying he wanted to become a Christian. "Well, my friend, what is the trouble?" He doesn't like to tell. He is greatly agitated. Finally he says, "The fact is, I have overdrawn my ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:21-25, Revelation 3:19, Hebrews 10:26, 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Salvation Army

El-Olam "The Everlasting God" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on May 1, 2011

No doubt, it had been a difficult 25 years, but now the new parents were enjoying their new baby son.Remember though, that God had also promised Abraham that his descendents (through Isaac) would inherit the country they were living in to be their very ow

Purpose: To focus on the eternal nature of God. Aim: I want the listener to marvel at God's greatness because He is eternal. INTRODUCTION: Abraham received two amazing promises from God: he would have a son in his old age and his descendents would inherit a land that would belong to them forever. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Unconditional Love Series

Contributed by Michael Trigg on Oct 15, 2006

We were strangers because of our sin and disobedience but God, in His Unconditional Love, provided the way for us to return to Him, through the promise that He had made to Abram. We can become one in the Holy Nation of Israel, clothed in clean and white

INTRODUCTION. We are now in the third month in our exploration of the prophecies of Zechariah. So far we have looked at the first two chapters. Last month we looked at the first three visions. This month we are looking at the fourth vision: The Removal of the High Priest’s Dirty Clothing and ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

He Chose... Poorly

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2024

We chose poorly when we do not tell, when we do not share (Preached for Faith Promise Rally promoting missions) (Adapted from a book called, "See, Here is Water" by Oneta Gentry, pg. 76 and following)

HoHum: In Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, when they finally get to the old knight guarding the Holy Grail, Donavon, with the help of Elsa, choses a cup from which to drink. Elsa chooses the cup -- a solid gold, emerald encrusted goblet. Donovan instantly takes it from her. Donovan looks at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-16, Isaiah 55:1-2, Genesis 12:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral: Hope Secured By Knowledge And Faith

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 14, 2007

This message is based on the story of Jesus raising Jarius’ daughter. Several illustrations are from Ron Mehl’s book Surprise Endings and one from Max Lucado. Death does not care about race, gender or age.... but we have the sure promises of Jesus, guar

In Jesus Holy Name September 21, 2005 Text: Luke 8:41-42 Funeral Redeemer “Hope, Secured by Knowledge and Faith” There is a story in the Bible about a name named Jairus. He was the ruler of a local Jewish synagogue. His daughter, age 12 was gravely ill. She was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:41-42

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of The Name - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 4, 2015

The Power of the name of the Lord does not just give us abilities to accomplish his will, but it also gives us promises that can be counted on so that we can endure during the difficult times when there seems to be little hope.

The Power of the Name – Part 2 In the name of Jesus we have Hope The hope of Earthly Restoration The hope of Eternal Resurrection The hope of Spiritual Courage Intro Slide Well, last week, we began talking about “The Power of the Name.” We began looking at Peter ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fly Over The Life Of Abraham Series

Contributed by Brian B on Oct 8, 2011

This message tells highlights of Abe’s story in an interactive way and calls us to decision at the close. This message also connects the life of Abraham to promises of a redeemer in Genesis 3:15 and looks forward to Jesus as Abraham’s descendant.

*** I’ve left my pause marks in this script. they are for my benefit only as a reminder to me to take a breath once in a while. This message isn’t particularly deep or profound, it is simply an honest effort to tell Abraham's story to someone who has never heard the old old stories of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Love My Church--Community

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 26, 2015

This message looks at the need for community in our hearts and how the church fulfills the role. Jesus promised to build his church, but there are ways in which we try to fight against Jesus building the church without being aware of it.

I LOVE MY CHURCH – “Community: I Need My Church” 1 Kings 19:1-18 Hebrews 10:19-25 11/15/2015 We are in part 2 of our series “I Love My Church.” When you hear the words New Life At Calvary, what’s the first image that comes to your mind.” One of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Joshua 4: The Story In The Stones Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 15, 2024

Joshua 4 has the story of how Israel crossed the Jordan River and entered the Promised Land. The LORD told Joshua to make two memorials, from two different batches of stones. There's more in the chapter, too.

Introduction: Memorials are important. They serve to remind the people who were there of what happened, and why; and they’re also to remind the people, sometimes generations later, what their ancestors had endured. This was true for Israel as well: the people in this story lived through something ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Attending The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024

Encourages believers to live righteously in anticipation of the heavenly banquet, the wedding supper of the Lamb.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is an immense pleasure to be standing here today, in the house of our Lord, sharing His divine word with you. Today, we find ourselves at the doorstep of a profound passage from the Book of Revelation. A passage that speaks of a divine ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Topics: Marriage Supper, Lamb

Why Did The Holy Spirit Come? Series

Contributed by R. G. Moore on Jul 13, 2002

The only legitimate purpose of the dedicated Christian is to accept the indwelling presence and power of the Holy Spirit into our lives and then become witnesses of the life, death, burial, resurrection, ascension and promised return of Jesus, as the Chri

“WHY DID THE HOLY SPIRIT COME?” pt. 1 Acts 1:4-8 And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, "which," He said, "you have heard from Me; "for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Baptist

Joy In The Desert

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Dec 15, 2001

3rd Sunday in Advent, Year A; The world is looking for the kind of joy God has promised us in Christ, but it is a deeper joy than just saying, "Don’t worry, be happy!"

"The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the LORD, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10, Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Is It Good, Or Is It Bad?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 28, 2001

Here is the promise: "All things, both good & bad things, can work together for good to those who love God..." The question is, "How?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you ever had anything good happen to you, & then, perhaps years later, as you looked back on the event, realized that what seemed so good at the time had bad results? Or have you ever had anything ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ