Sermons on Heavenly Essence:

Christian Challenge Sermon Ix: True Treasure And True Pleasure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, Christians are challenged to pursue true treasure by setting minds on, and holding onto, things of God versus letting unholy things of the world get hold of and own us.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON IX: TRUE TREASURE DERIVES FROM INSIGHT INTO TRUE PLEASURE “My pleasure” is an idiom I sometimes use in response to a “thank you” . . . sort of like a special way of saying “you’re welcome” but reserved for especially gratifying, delightful experiences ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

True Treasure Derives From God's Good Pleasure Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 3, 2019

Earthly pleasure is temporary and important to God in terms of legality and morality, but true pleasure comes from God our Father who has gifted His children with the True Treasure that is SO important in terms of eternity.

“My pleasure” is an idiom I sometimes use in response to a “thank you” . . . sort of like a special way of saying “you’re welcome” but reserved for gratifying, delightful experiences which rise above the customary courtesy level . . . of just being polite. Actually to discover true pleasure ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, Luke 12:32, Ephesians 1:9, Philippians 2:13

We Are His Workmanship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon explores our divine origin and purposeful design as God's creation, emphasizing the transformative power of God's grace and mercy in our lives. Key

Good morning, dear friends. As we gather here today, we are surrounded by the familiar comfort of our church family, and the welcoming embrace of our Heavenly Father. We are united in our purpose, called together to seek understanding, to find encouragement, and to experience the transformative ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Topics: Handcrafted, God

Gratitude Of A Soldier PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023

This sermon explores our role as soldiers in God's army, harnessing hope during adversity and expressing gratitude in our spiritual journey.

Good morning, beloved family of God. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as participants in the grand narrative of God’s love and redemption. Today, we stand at the threshold of an enlightening conversation, a conversation that will draw us closer to the heart of our Heavenly Father ...read more

Topics: Gratitude

With Only A Potsherd

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Will man remain faithful to God even though he gets nothing in return? Intro.

Thesis: Will man remain faithful to God even though he gets nothing in return? Intro.: 1. Illust. It's easy to blame God. Sometimes we think of God as the author of everything that goes wrong in our lives. A man was once having one of those days when everything goes wrong. One thing after ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:7-10

Christ Our Altar Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 20, 2008

Sermon about the brazen altar. According to Hebrews 13:10 Christ is our altar.

TEXT "Then stood up Jeshua the son of Jozadak, and his brethren the priests, and Zerubbabel the son of Shealtiel, and his brethren, and builded the altar of the God of Israel, to offer burnt offerings thereon, as it is written in the law of Moses the man of God". INTRODUCTION There is much ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:2

The True Church

Contributed by Brian Keith on Mar 12, 2012

This sermon is about seeking 1st the Kingdom of God and His Righteousness. How to live in tough economic times...? This sermon offers insight on the many principles that Christians should suggest to themselves while living their Christian life and express

Matthew 6:31 Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? v. 32(For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. v. 33But seek ye first the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

"boots On The Ground: Embracing Our Call To Action"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Apr 1, 2025

"Boots on the ground." signifies commitment, readiness for action, and engaging with the reality before us.

Hello there , beloved family in Christ! "Boots on the ground." It a favorite song that many person are line dancing too or whateverIt signifies commitment, readiness for action, and engaging with the reality before us. Our journey today draws inspiration from the account of Moses and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

I Simply Must Have… Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 4, 2011

God recreates the whole life of those who give up small ambitions and admissions.

Read Matthew 13.44-46. Pray. Introduction Matthew again pairs two parables to press on us all the more forcefully one point. Last week we heard two parables of hidden and growing power. The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed, small and insignificant, but hidden in the dirt it grows to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

“promises And Proofs From The Good Shepherd” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 21, 2015

Jesus provides promises and proofs of His Deity and Messiahship after two I AM declarations; I am the Door and I am the Good Shepherd

“Promises and Proofs from the Good Shepherd” John 10:22-42 Last week we heard Jesus make two more “I AM” statements, emphatic declarations of His own Deity, identifying Himself as the YAHWEH, the Lord God of the Old Testament. He said, “I AM the DOOR of the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Cry Of Christ

Contributed by Rick Adams on Dec 22, 2001

How the cry of the Christ-child changed the world.

NOTE: My manuscripts are basically my thoughts on paper. Typically, I use them as a guide, not verbatim. Very rarely do I preach my message exactly the way I wrote it. If you would like to hear the message preached, please visit Abundant Life Fellowship’s multimedia page at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Curtains Of The Tabernacle Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jun 29, 2005

The study of the tabernacle Part 2 the Curtains

One Way – The Curtains of the Tabernacle June 22, 2005 By Rodney A. Fry – Pastor New Hope Baptist Church "There, above the cover between the two cherubim that are over the ark of the Testimony, I will meet with you and give you all my commands for the Israelites" (Exod. 25:22 NIV). Exodus 26: ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 26:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Divine Perspective

Contributed by Rajani Lobo on Mar 17, 2005

Living in Divine Pespective in daily details of life

Living in Divine Perspective by Pastor Bryan Coelho Colossians 3:1-3 Col.3:1-3 - speaks of believer having a divine perspective. Many peoples’ lives are governed by needs of this world, without having an eternal perspective in life. A believer has an ascended life because of a love that ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Enjoyment Of God Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 8, 2021

The chief end of man is to glorify God and enjoy Him forever. This is also the chief end of Christmas. The way to have a merry Christmas is to do what all the characters did on that first Christmas-they enjoyed God and they praised Him..

One of the biggest attractions in all of history was the smallest man alive-General Tom Thumb. He was only 25 inches tall and weighed only 15 pounds. Over 20 million people paid to see him sing and dance. He charms his way into the hearts of the greatest people of his day-Queen Victoria of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Trinity In Relationships

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Aug 10, 2010

How the Trinity shapes our relationships.

Today we come to our last study on the Trinity. Three things we shall be doing (1) looking at the Trinity as a model for understanding ourselves; (2) then the Trinity as the foundation for building godly relationships; (3) the priority of trinitarian love.   opening prayer   ‘I’m not a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed