Sermons on Good Name:

Teaching

Contributed by Grant Adams on May 4, 2022

Charles Barkley many years ago, came out and said, "I am not a role model." The truer statement is I am not a good role model or a bad role model, but we are all role models. The same is with teaching. We are all teachers. Some are good and some not so good.

This morning I would like to continue along the lines of what a Christian is and does. I know we are salt and light, and we do this as we are Christlike. But let's consider one other thought today, that Christians are teachers. I know some of you already tuned me out. You say, “Preacher I'm ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Sins Of The Fathers

Contributed by James May on Dec 5, 2004

What we are teaching our children will determine their eternal future, for good or for evil.

Sins of the Fathers by Pastor Jim May 2 Kings 2:19-24, "And the men of the city said unto Elisha, Behold, I pray thee, the situation of this city is pleasant, as my lord seeth: but the water is naught, and the ground barren. And he said, Bring me a new cruse, and put salt therein. And they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Don't Lose Your Saltiness!

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 26, 2005

We are to add flavor and spice to a tasteless world; taste and see that the Christian is good.

Don’t Lose Your Saltiness Luke 14:28-35 28 "Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Will he not first sit down and estimate the cost to see if he has enough money to complete it? 29 For if he lays the foundation and is not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule him, 30 saying, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:28-35

Denomination: Wesleyan

Come And Have Your Meal At Once

Contributed by Carl Benge on Oct 23, 2007

Sharing in the invitation of the Gospel.. Relating to the parable of the servant and the good master and the thier roles

When I think on today’s Gospel parable I at once imagine how I would feel if I had worked all day in the field for somebody. Imagine how you would feel, you have worked all day long for your boss and at the end of the day, instead of being told you have done a great job, you are told to get supper ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Methodist

"The Meaning Of The Lord's Supper"

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 2, 2017

The 3 fold meaning of the Lord's supper. Good for use prior to serving communion.

The Lord’s Supper carries with it a three-fold meaning. It is a reminder of what Jesus has done for us in the past, a symbol of our present relationship with him and a promise of what he is going to do for us in the future. The Bible tells us in Luke 22:19 that “he took bread, gave thanks, broke ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The All Sufficient

Contributed by Lindsey Mann on Jul 30, 2002

The seven covenant names of God of the Old Testament can be directly linked to the seven "I AM" sayings of Jesus, and they show us that Jesus is the all sufficient One.

THE SEVEN “I AM” SAYINGS OF JESUS When Moses met with God by the burning bush he asked the Lord a question: “Behold, when I come unto the children of Israel, and shall say unto them, The God of your fathers hath sent me unto you; and they shall say to me, What is his name? what shall I say unto ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spilling Over With Gratitude

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 15, 2014

We can learn to express thanks to God regardless of the circumstances. Our hearts should overflow with gratitude to the One who made us and knows us by name.

Spilling Over with Gratitude Colossians 2:6-7 6 Now that you have welcomed the Anointed One, Jesus the Lord, into your lives, continue to journey with Him and allow Him to shape your lives. 7 Let your roots grow down deeply in Him, and let Him build you up on a firm foundation. Be strong in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Give A Hallelujah.

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 3, 2014

We give our LORD a Hallelujah as a result of the significance of His name the 7 I am's of Jesus, the one who is exceptional, He is extraordinary, and He is exalted.

Psalm 148 We give a Hallelujah because of the Ministry we find in the Psalms • The Psalm we read today offers us the Ministry of Hallelujah (Praise the Lord) • The sun the moon, the great creatures all have the Hallelujah.7Praise the LORD from the earth, you great sea ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 148:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

First Sunday Of Christmas & Feast Of St John

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Dec 23, 2020

How St John can inspire us to share the good news of Christ

In the name of the Living God, Father, son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Today as we gather for the first Sunday after Christmas, we also take the time to celebrate St. John the apostle and evangelist. But before we talk about John, we should begin by breaking the stigma of what evangelist means, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-25

Denomination: Anglican

Control Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Jun 19, 2006

This is the first of six sermons dealing with general Christian principles. The idea for the message came from the keys of the computer keyboard; Escape, Control, End, just to name 3

Introduction Several years ago, there was a slogan put out by one of the shoe manufactures, which simply said – LIFE IS DIFFICULT - PLAY HARD! There was a lot of truth in that slogan – LIFE IS HARD…Every age group has its unique set of challenges. From the teenager navigating high school to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Nov 9, 2006

Sharing hope in a time of apparent tragedy, through the love of God displayed in the death of the Lord Jesus Christ for us. [This is as shared at the funeral service - names ommitted].

SCRIPTURE READING: JOHN 3:16 – 21 [NIV] {Chosen by R. B.} 16 “For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. 17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Highlights From Noah

Contributed by Dan Erickson on Oct 18, 2000

God’s judgment is fair and just-Without it the world would not be a good one

Here’s a question for you: How many animals of each kind did Moses take on the ark? The answer, of course, is "None." It was Noah, not Moses, who brought the animals on the ark. Most of you knew that because "Noah and the ark" is probably one of the best known stories in the entire Bible. From ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Be My Neighbor? Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 3, 2001

One of the ways that we reach and touch others as we build bridges of care and friendship in Christ’s name is by reaching out to our neighbors like the innkeeper

(Begin with side entrance to the theme of Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood. Go through the opening routine.) For many years Fred Rogers sang to us, "Will you be my neighbor?" The idea of the neighbor came into the discussion between a Pharisee and Jesus Christ when Jesus was asked, "Who is my neighbor?" ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Low Risk, High Reward Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 19, 2007

Not everyone who uses the name of Jesus will enter into heaven. Putting into practice Jesus’ teachings to love others it what it takes. What have you got lose?

Series on the Mount Low Risk, High Reward Matthew 7:21-23 November 18, 2007 Maurice Blondel said, “If you really want to understand a man, don’t just listen to what he says but watch what he does.” We have seen over and over how Jesus wants us to put into practice his teachings. However, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Undeserved Turned To Glory Series

Contributed by Amor A. Dee on Mar 11, 2011

The Analysis of the life of Ruth as set forth in book bearing her name will enable us to see how God works in the life of those who trusts in Him.

Amor Dee Text: Ruth 1-4 Sermon Structure: Analytical Subject: The Life of Ruth Theme: The Analysis of the Life of Ruth Title: Undeserved Turned to Glory Intro: Greetings… Text… Title… Prayer… How many of us here, did see people who are not talented, not so intelligent, not so wealthy yet reached ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance