Sermons on Good Name:

The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached Series

Contributed by Howard Harden on Jan 7, 2003

Jesus taught his disciples three valuable lessons necessary for achieving "greatness" in the eyes of God.

The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached Matthew 20:20-34 January 5, 2002 If there is one word in the English language that is sure to cause a debate when spoken, that word is “greatest.” In fact, take two people, any people, and you can always stir trouble by using this simple word. For example, ask a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-34, Matthew 20:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Johnny Small on Feb 25, 2002

What did God give us and what does He expect in return. Bel Aire Baptist Church March 3, 2002

The Greatest Gift Have you ever had to give a gift to someone, who has everything? It is very hard to find that just right present for my wife, when all she wants is my undying devotion and love. I am very blessed because she also loves me unconditionally and supports God’s will in our lives. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 15:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Win Over Rejection Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jun 6, 2003

Rejection is a universal experience that none of us escapes. The words of Jesus in verse 46 of Matthew 27 introduce us to a side of the human drama that will benefit us all: How do I cope with rejection and loneliness?

From the sixth hour until the ninth hour darkness came over all the land. About the ninth hour Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani?” – which means, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” When some of those standing there heard this, they said, “He’s calling Elijah.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-47, Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Success Through His Words

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 30, 2018

God is interested in our success and prosperity in all that we do as His children, though not in our own way but in His own way, and under His supervision.

SUCCESS THROUGH HIS WORDS Study Text: Joshua 1: 8 “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth but thou shall meditate there in day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein; for then thou shall make thy ways prosperous, and then thou shall have ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Lawyer Got More Than He Bargained For

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 14, 2007

Jesus told many of his stories with a sting in the tail - This was one of them

IC 15-07-07 The lawyer got an answer he didn’t bargain for Jesus told a great many stories that we love and cherish The Story of the Prodigal Son The Story of the Pharisee and Tax Collector The Story of the Good Samaritan to name a few Yet to their original audiences they were shocking – and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Anglican

The Alpha And Omega Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 9, 2005

An expostion of Rev 1:1-8 focusing on Jesus being the beginning and end of our faith.

“I am the Alpha and Omega” Pastor Jeff Williams Good Friday Service, 2003 I’d like to start tonight with a bit a trivia. Can anyone tell me who the first man to step foot on the moon? That’s right, Neil Armstrong. July 19, 1969 was a big day in the Williams household. My father had borrowed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ: Pierced

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 18, 2001

He brought forth a bride for the first Adam from his side; now He has done the same for the Last Adam

It has been said many times, that crucifixion must be the cruelest form of capital punishment ever devised by the mind of man. In our culture of comfort, and in a time when the pendulum of justice has swung so far away from the protection of society and so far toward the protection of the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:31-37

Denomination: Orthodox

"One For The Many"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 27, 2006

‘Words of prophecy in the mouth are not clear evidence of a principle of grace in the heart’. Matthew Henry

“But he said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, neither will they be persuaded if someone rises from the dead’”. Luke 16:31 Jesus had just raised Lazarus from the dead over in Bethany, located about one mile east of Jerusalem on the Mount of Olives. Now how does one ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-53

Denomination: Orthodox

A Few People Meet A Savior Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 15, 2003

Tonight we are going watch clips from the Jesus video to show the reality of Christ’s death, the results of Christ’s death, and the response to Christ’s death.

A Few People Meet the Savior We’ve been walking to the cross over the last three Sundays ­ now we’re finally there. Watching some clips from the Jesus video has helped us, and we’re going to watch another one tonight. Clip #1: The Reality of Christ’s Death The first clip we’re going to look at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Moved?

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 25, 2005

The cross is the powerful event of all time and it is meant to move us. (Good Friday 2005)

Unmoved By The Cross Good Friday - 2005 It was only a few days before His death. Jesus was in Jerusalem. Philip comes up to Jesus and tells Him that there are a group of Greeks who have come to Jerusalem for the Passover Feast who want to see Him. AND - this simple request to see Him, really ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Show Me Your Glory

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 4, 2022

When God chooses to open up the flood gates and rain down His showers of blessing, we usually don’t realize it until after we are completely drenched. This message brings encouragement to those who are facing trials and difficulties.

This morning’s message is entitled, “Show Me Your Glory,” and I want us to look at God’s blessings today. I want to open by having us consider how the Lord’s blessings are similar to a jet aircraft flying at supersonic or near-sonic speeds. Did you ever hear a jet fly overhead and you looked ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

A Man In A Hole

Contributed by Christopher Stanley on Sep 3, 2002

If can help someone solve a problem, then solve it!

I want to begin with the parable that I just read: The story of the Good Samaritan. I just want to point out some historical elements. This parable is only included in the book of Luke. Luke was a Gentile in the Jewish religion. See, Christians were not viewed as separate from the Jews until ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Methodist

Waters Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 4, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name of God, My sisters and brothers, no subtle ways of stealing will get pass GOD as good virtue-it’s okay!

Waters Of Redemption by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 4, 2020) “He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name. ...My soul waiteth for the Lord more than they that watch for the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:9, Psalm 130:6-8, Luke 2:23-24, Luke 2:36-38

Denomination: Friends

"Abel's Lamb"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 25, 2006

An acceptible sacrifice to God is faith that issues in obedience.

1 Now the man had relations with his wife Eve, and she conceived and gave birth to Cain, and she said, “I have gotten a manchild with the help of the LORD.” 2 Again, she gave birth to his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of flocks, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. 3 So it came about in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Orthodox

Sermon On The Root Of All Evil

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 24, 2023

Many wrongdoings in life are considered as evil. Evil is defined as acts of an immoral or wicked nature and can be related to many characteristics.

C. JoyBell C; an American author once remarked: “Never get involved with people who are likely to envy you at the end of the day. People like that will actually lurk in the bushes, play your mind, and pounce on you when you are at our most vulnerable state. Envy is the root of all evil, in all men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, 1 Timothy 6:9, Proverbs 8:13, Romans 12:21