Sermons on god's essence: showing 106-120 of 214,395

Final Exams

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 25, 2014

The final exam called the particular judgment is in essence a look into our hearts for evidence of love.

Final Exam Ascension Sunday 2014 I can see a swath of sinners settin' yonder And they're actin' like a pack of fools Gazin' into space lettin' their minds wander 'Stead of studyin' the good Lord's rules You better pay attention, build your comprehension There's gonna be a quiz at your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Catholic

To My Sons…

Contributed by Don Mcclain on Jan 22, 2003

The essence of life is contained in accepting responsibilities, setting and keeping the right priorities and focusing on eternity.

INTRODUCTION- 1. Both of my sons are going through some big changes . . . . 2. My sons, this sermon is to you and for you. Of course what I have to say to you will hopefully express the same desire of every parent for their sons and daughters. I. A FATHER’S RESPONSIBILITIES A. YOUR TRAINING ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12, 2 Samuel 18:32-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Evaluating Your Spiritual Growth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores the concept of spiritual maturity, emphasizing its essence in living out God's word rather than merely performing religious rituals.

Welcome, dear friends, to another blessed day in the house of our Lord. It's always a joy to gather together in His name, to be nourished by His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His unending love for us. Today, we gather to ponder some profound truths that will challenge us, inspire us, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Topics: Spiritual Maturity

My Journey Of Intimacy Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 5, 2018

We cannot settle for a dry shallow view of Christianity in our life and just know of God we must be willing to go deeper into a relationship with God to actually know God intimately. This is the essence of the type of Christianity Jesus emphasized in His

Series: You asked for it – How to Draw near to God? Scripture texts: James 4:8 “Come near to God and he will come near to you...” Jeremiah 29:13 “You will seek me and find me, when you seek me with all your heart.” Thesis: We cannot settle for a dry shallow view of Christianity in our life and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Marriage Model For Relating To God

Contributed by James Steen on Jul 1, 2003

Biblical marriage lessons dealing with intimacy, faithfulness and submission are applicable as well to our relationship with Christ.

TITLE: A Marriage Model for Relating to God Essence of the Sermon in a Sentence ESS: Biblical marriage lessons dealing with intimacy, faithfulness and submission are applicable as well to our relationship with Christ. TEXT: Eph 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Lies Of False Religion.3 Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 29, 2005

When you change one part of scripture you make, in essence, the rest of the Bible void.

The Lies of False Religion.3 MINA, Saudi Arabia (AFP) - Some 2.5 million Muslims took part in the "Stoning of Satan" ritual, as the Islamic world marked the Eid al-Adha feast of sacrifice following the annual hajj pilgrimage to Mecca. According to tradition, it is the place where Satan appeared ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:40-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Answering The Call To Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

Matthew 4:18-20 captures the essence of discipleship and our response to Jesus' call.

Answering the Call to Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Today, we will delve into a profound moment in the New Testament where Jesus calls His first disciples. The title of our sermon is "Transformed by Truth: Answering the Call to Follow Jesus," based on Matthew 4:18-20. This passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, Matthew 4:19, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 4:20, Luke 9:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sounds Of The Crucifixion, Sounds Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Richard White on Apr 15, 2009

THe last words of Jesus on the cross and the first words at the Resurrection bring the Gospel in all its essence.

Sounds of the Crucifixion Sounds of the Resurrection Luke 23:34ff John 20:1 ff I am told there are a lot of books on the last words for Jesus. I will focus on these briefly and then move to the first words spoken by Jesus at the Resurrection. In John Masefield’s drama The Trial of Jesus, there ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Alert Series

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Dec 1, 2023

This ongoing awareness and service, rather than anticipation of a specific future event, is the essence of spiritual alertness.

In the pages of today's gospel, Jesus takes on the role of a sage advisor, instilling wisdom and motivation in his followers as he contemplates an imminent departure of uncertain duration. His counsel revolves around the imperative of spiritual vigilance—an awakening from the slumber of routine ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:31-37

Denomination: Other

God Is God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013

To live a life of thankfulness we must have a foundation of the reasons for our thankfulness... the first is that God is God!

Sermon Brief Date Written: November 1, 2013 Date Preached: November 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 1st Piling – God is God Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:25-31 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:25-31

Denomination: Baptist

The N.t. Condensed Version Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 31, 2014

Every word in the Bible is important. So you can’t condense the Bible down, but what I’m talking about to today is condensing the essence of the gospel, the kingdom of God, down into one verse.

INTRODUCTION Let’s open our Bibles to Romans 14:17. We’ll read exactly what we just sang about there. You have to be careful what you read to make sure you figure it out. Some of you have already read some of these things called “actual bloopers from church bulletins.” One ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

What's Love Got To Do With It? Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 27, 2016

Tina Turner asked this question but she downplayed the significance of love; calling it a ‘second-hand emotion’ and a ‘sweet old-fashioned notion'. But for those who understand the true essence of love it means much more. What’s love got to do with it?

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT? Tina Turner asked this question but for a different reason than what I’ll be focusing on today. In fact, in her song, she downplays the significance of love; calling it a ‘second-hand emotion’ and a ‘sweet old-fashioned notion'. She ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unveiling The Gospel Light: A Journey Through 2 Corinthians 4:5-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 28, 2023

In 2 Corinthians 4:5, the Apostle Paul unfolds the essence of our mission and the radiant light of the Gospel

Unveiling the Gospel Light: A Journey through 2 Corinthians 4:5-7 Introduction: Today, let's embark on a journey into the profound words of 2 Corinthians 4:5, where the Apostle Paul unfolds the essence of our mission and the radiant light of the Gospel. In a world yearning for hope, these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5, Philippians 2:7, 2 Corinthians 4:6, Matthew 5:16, 2 Corinthians 4:7, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 4:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: A Friend Many Seek

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Apr 11, 2005

Fanny Crosby captured the essence of this sermon when she wrote, "What A Friend We Have in Jesus."

JESUS: A FRIEND MANY SEEK John 15:12-16 12 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. 13 Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. 14 You are my friends if you do what I command. 15 I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Abraham: A True Model Of Worship

Contributed by Steven Dow on Aug 24, 2002

Many Christians have never truly worshiped God because they don’t know how. Abraham models for us the essence of true, biblical worship.

ABRAHAM: A MODEL OF TRUE WORSHIP Genesis 22:1-19 August 18, 2002 INTRODUCTION: It seems that very few Christians know much about true worship. Charles Stanely once said that he believed that most Christians in most churches have never worshiped God. We go to church, but we don’t worship. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19, Genesis 21:8