Sermons on Growing Old:

Embodying The Gospel Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 23, 2015

Living in a manner that is worthy of the gospel has three conditions.

If you don’t mind, let’s go back to the beginning of this passage. We read there – in chapter 1, verse 27 – that we are to live our lives “in a manner [that is] worthy of the gospel.” This is a simple but urgent appeal to us, and if we are to respond to it, if ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mind The Gap Series

Contributed by Andrew Drury on Mar 26, 2015

Seeing the Church through grace and peace

This sermon (1 Corinthians 1: 10 - 17) was preached at West Ewell Evangelical Church, Surrey, on Sunday 15 March 2015. Introduction I am reminded of the illustration by Emo Phillips: I was walking across a bridge one day, and I saw a man standing on the edge, about to jump. So I ran over and said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Lord Redeemed Me From My Enemies

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 1, 2015

To prove by this scripture verse that the LORD alone delivered us from our enemies, and we need to declare this truth even in the face of our enemies.

I. EXORDIUM: Who redeemed us from our enemies? The LORD alone. Jeremiah 15:21 (Amplified Bible) 15:21 And I will deliver you out of the hands of the wicked, and I will redeem you out of the palms of the terrible and ruthless tyrants. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 4:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Resurrection And The Life

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Apr 7, 2015

This sermon looks at Jesus' declaration of being the Resurrection and the Life, and shows the fulfillment of that claim in both the resurrection of Lazarus, and also Himself.

“I AM THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE” John 11:11-14,17, 25-27,40-44 DORN RIDGE CHURCH OF CHRIST APRIL 05, 2015 Here is an audio Link where the sermon can be listened to: http://chirb.it/cB45kG INTRODUCTION: Today we acknowledge on the calendar and also in our hearts Resurrection ...read more

Scripture: John 11:11-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Boasting In The Most Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

The only thing worth boasting about is the cross.

Boasting In the Most Text: Gal. 6:11-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: George W. Truett, a well-known Texas preacher, was invited to dinner in the home of a very wealthy oilman. After the meal, the host led him to a place where they could get a good view of the surrounding area. Pointing to the oil ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Methodist

Pt. 1 - Self Denial Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 17, 2014

An in depth study of the demands of true discipleship.

"Three Laws of the Discipleship" Pt. 1 -- Self Denial Matthew 16:24-28 Introduction: As I begin today's message let me say that the definition of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ has changed radically from what the Savior spoke of in this section of Matthew's Gospel. In this chapter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Abel Offered God A More Excellent Sacrifice Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 19, 2014

To show that that faith takes over even in our offering, as your faith is, so your offering is.

I. EXORDIUM: Is your offering prompted by faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that that faith takes over even in our offering, as your faith is, so your offering is. Habakkuk 2:4 (Amplified Bible) 2:4 Look at the proud; his soul is not straight or right within ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Noah Prepared An Ark Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2014

To show that only thru faith in the LORD JESUS we can be made righteous and by doing that, we pass judgement and sentence on this world's unbelief.

I. EXORDIUM: Can you pass judgement and sentence on the world's unbelief? YES. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only thru faith in the LORD JESUS we can be made righteous and by doing that, we pass judgement and sentence on this world's unbelief. IV. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Because Of The Cross

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 26, 2014

This message focuses on four gifts given to each of us because of Jesus' finished work on the cross. This material was inspired by "Search for Significance" written by Robert McGee who shared the four answers from Jesus to false beliefs.

Because of the Cross I Corinthians 1:18 CHCC – September 8, 2013 (Outlline inspired by Robert McGee, "The Search for Significance") INTRODUCTION: The God of the Bible is the complete opposite of the kinds of gods human beings tend to invent. The gods that humans concoct are impressive, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me / Another Prospective

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 27, 2014

What if this text is about not being afraid; not being afraid of death. About not fearing the suffering places in our lives that can often feel so much like death. For the moment we start to fear death, it will not long before we start to fear life. Updated August 2020.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings before the Message. Today's readings are Exodus 3:1-15; Psalm 105; Romans 12:9-21 and Matthew 16:21-28 The story is told ... that a man living out on the edge of town ... heard a commotion in his back yard. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28, Matthew 7:9-11, Matthew 16:17, 1 Timothy 6:15, 1 John 4:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

How Many Snatching Aways Are There In Scripture

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Sep 5, 2014

A question asked for a message on how many times was a snatching away, rapture, ascension mentioned in the Bible. This message was developed to answer that question

How many Snatching away are there Introduction: Our question is a long one “In the entire bible how many “raptures”, “snatching away”, “ascending in the Clouds” events happened or are yet to happen, and who did (does) it involve? So we will see this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Looking Forward To The Eternal City Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 7, 2014

To show that we have an eternal city to live in for eternity whose Architect and Builder is GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you live in an eternal city? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have an eternal city to live in for eternity whose Architect and Builder is GOD. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 11:10 (Amplified Bible) 11:10 For he was [waiting expectantly and confidently] ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Journey. Life On Trial. Your Witness Please.

Contributed by William Akehurst on Sep 13, 2014

Three words in a court of law during the trial examination of the witnesses is..."Your Witness Please..." In similar fashion, as we journey through life, we live a "LIFE ON TRIAL". Question is, WHAT DO WE WITNESS FOR CHRIST in our life?

2014.09.14.Sermon.The journey. Life on trial. Your witness please. William Akehurst, HSWC Recap Finishing with Joy – Acts 20. The vision. Seeking direction. God prepares us to do HIS Will. Doing God’s Will – Acts 21 Committed to HIS Will – Acts 21 (...to be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time To Go Back To School Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 25, 2014

A family service on the theme of going back to school after the Summer holidays. A history lesson, english lesson, geography lesson and a little Physical Education too as well.

Good Morning and welcome. If it’s your first time with us we hope that you will enjoy your time with us. This morning is a family service so the kids will stay in for the whole service. Right... time for a question! What are all the parents looking forward to in a couple of weeks time that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

All In Favor? Say I..

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 28, 2014

That's gods plan for you..all of them..every spiritual blessing, He has known us..from the beginning By our name, by our image..by our Very own fingerprints Even then.. He saw you blessed and prosperous..because He saw you full of His Grace and favor

All In Favor? Say I Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, 4 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational