Sermons on God 27s Name:

A Name Is Not Enough

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 5, 2002

In this passage of Scripture, Jesus discusses the difference between PROFESSION and PRACTICE. The premise is this. Following Jesus is not determined by our profession, but by our practice. The true evidence of conversion and faith in Christ IS T

A NAME IS NOT ENOUGH Luke 6: 43-49 I have to share with you something I find rather humourous. This week, Pam and I were at a Teacher’s Conference which was held at a very large church. On the last day of the conference, later in the day, I noticed a sign that someone from the church had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49

Denomination: Baptist

Baptizing Into The Name... Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 8, 2001

The Great Commission is intriguing in what it says and what it doesn’t. Consider the mystery & the power of Christian baptism.

OPENING: A drunk stumbled along a baptismal service on Sunday afternoon down by the river. He proceeded to walk down into the water and stood next to the Preacher. The minister turned and noticed the old drunk and said, "Mister, Are you ready to find Jesus?" The drunk looks back and says, "Yes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Name That Heresy

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 22, 2023

We are not to keep silent when heresy is proclaimed. To be silent is to be a partner to it. Silence is not golden in this area.

"..Christians nowadays simply don't care about the prevalence of false doctrine, nor do they take seriously their duty to fight against apostasy. Instead they want a friendly atmosphere of open acceptance for everyone, tolerance of opposing ideas, and charitable dialogue with the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:24, Judges 17:2, Jude 1:3, Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

No Other Name

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jul 22, 2006

There is power in the Name of Jesus.

Pastor Jamie Wright * 07-20-05 Psalm 52:9 “In Your name I will hope, for Your name is good.” Philippians 2:9 “Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given Him a Name which is above every name.” A MISUSED NAME! • The name of Jesus is often Mis-spoken! You shall not misuse the name of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 52:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of The Name

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 15, 2001

The Name of Jesus was very important to the early church because it embodied Jesus’ power to save, and it should be our focus today as well.

The Power of the Name Acts 4: 1-14, 18-20 Introduction 1. Think about how important your name is. 2. You thought a lot about names when you named your children. 3. Names were more significant in Bible times. 4. Name equals who the person actually was. Ex. Jesus = Savior 5. What can we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Name It, Claim It

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 12, 2003

This message teaches on giving to the Kingdom of God and how God prospers those that give willfully, cheerfully, and unreservedly.

Name It, Claim It! Gen 13:8-17 I. Describe Abraham and Lot’s dilemma. a. Lot took the “Good” looking land! He chose city dwelling! He took what looked good to the eye. b. But Abraham decided to be a tent dweller. He chose to be a man that followed God. Looking for a city, whose builder and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:8-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Has Your Name Been Changed?

Contributed by James May on May 1, 2005

Names in the Bible have very special meanings and often, when placed together, give special messages to God’s people. Has your name been changed to tell the story of Jesus in your life?

HAS YOUR NAME BEEN CHANGED? By Pastor Jim May All through the Bible there are lists of names called genealogies. Since we do not believe that there are any accidents in the placing of these names, I thought it might be interesting to see what a few of them would tell us. Every name in the Bible ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Shoe Companies Get Their Names

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Jul 29, 2005

An expository sermon on Romans 8:31-39 touching on Pauls meaning of the Greek word nikao, "overcoming"

“Where Shoe Companies Get Their Names” by Matthew Everhard. An expository sermon from Romans 8:31-39 originally delivered at Hudson Presbyterian Church on April 3rd, 2005 What do you think is the most misleading commercial on television today? You’ve heard of truth in advertising… Who do you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Your Name Be The Glory

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Nov 12, 2024

Give God the glory for everything

To Your Name Be the Glory Psalm 115:1-11 After Jesus rose from the dead He was walking with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. The two disciples didn’t recognize Jesus, and they were downtrodden and confused because their hopes and dreams were crushed when their Messiah had been hung on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Third Commandment Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Mar 28, 2009

Teaching on the third commandment

The third commandment Exodus 20:1-7 Here are two Christmas stories and they’re both a play on words. “There once was a czar in Russia whose name was Rudolph the Great. He was standing in his house one day with his wife and as he looked out the window and saw something ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Shall Be...immanuel - God With Us Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013

An examination of the title "Immanuel," geared to help the audience fully understand the wonder that God is with us and to make decisions about their living that will reflect their belief that this is true every day.

Where was God? Where was God when terrorists struck on September 11? Where was God in the theater in Aurora? Where was God when Hurricane Sandy struck? A lot of people are living there. Someone left. Someone has died. Life has changed. Things that once were certain are now shaky. Where is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Birth Names Of Jesus

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2014

Knowing God through His Names

1. Jesus. “Thou shalt call His name Jesus, for He shall save His people from their sins” (Matt. 1:21). The Greek name Jesus comes from the Hebrew Joshua. “Jehovah Saves.” Links His birth to His purpose to provide salvation. 2. Immanuel. “Therefore the Lord Himself ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving For Jesus And His Wonderful Name!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 22, 2017

Thanksgiving for Jesus and His Wonderful Name and what He has done and provided for us.!

Thanksgiving for Jesus and His Wonderful Name! - Colossians 1:12-1:21 Thanksgiving for Jesus! - Col 3:17 And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him. - Eph 5:20 Giving thanks always for all things unto ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:12-21

Name Your Spot PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 15, 2024

This sermon explores God's boundless mercy, the importance of unwavering faith, and the transformative power of understanding and applying God's Word in our lives.

Good morning, my dear friends. I am so thrilled to see you all gathered here today, eager and ready to engage with the Word of God. We are here not just to listen, but to understand, to absorb and to apply the divine wisdom that God has generously sprinkled throughout the Holy Scripture. We are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:14

Topics: Breakthrough

A Boy Named Jesus

Contributed by Carl Greene on Dec 31, 2007

This message deals with the significance of Jesus’ name(s). The focus is about "God with us" vs God "is" with us. The importance of having God "within" us, guiding, comforting, encouraging, loving. Not alongside us, but "with" us.

Now, I’m a long time country/western fan. I just love a good country song that proclaims: “I don’t love you anymore, trouble is, I don’t love you any less!” There are even some truly classic country Christmas songs such as Momma got run (or run-ed’) over by a reindeer! I always had a fondness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: Methodist