Sermons on Heirs:

The Word Was Made Flesh Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 24, 2012

What do the first two principles of biblical interpretation teach us about the Annunciation story?

Solemnity of the Annunciation 2012 Verbum Domini When we pray together our profession of faith in a moment, the Missal instructs us to kneel for a moment (if we can) when we say that of the Son, “and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the Virgin Mary, and became man.” John’s ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Catholic

The Proclamation Of The Suffering Messiah

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

The Proclamation of the Suffering Messiah

Psalm 22:15-31 The Proclamation of the Suffering Messiah - 22:22-31 FOR THE JOY SET BEFORE HIM Hebrews 12:2 Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:15-31

Denomination: Holiness

The Names Of God--The Father Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

We are "children of God."

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Father – the first person of the Trinity. (Equal in nature, separate in Person, submissive in duty). 2. The name Father not emphasized in Old Testament, but seen by symbols and embryonic references. 3. Reflected in earthly. In our “spiritual family,” a kinship of all believers ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

Adoption

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 1, 2025

Adoption is one of the greatest expressions of God’s love. Through Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin but beloved children of God, with full rights and inheritance in His kingdom.

ADOPTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Romans 8:15 "For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father." – Supporting Texts: Ephesians 1:5, Galatians 4:4-7, John 1:12, 1 John 3:1, 2 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do We Worship?

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 15, 2024

We worship God because (1) He Commands it, (2) He is worthy of it, and (3) because it is for our own Good.

Why do we worship God? (Topical) 1. God wants us to worship him! Ex. 23:25-26 A. God wants us to worship him because He is worthy (Rev. 4:11). It is just, right, and good that God be worshiped. Reality itself dictates, demands, and expects it; creation worships God apart from humankind (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:13

Denomination: Bible Church

The Eliezer Alternative Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 12, 2004

God had promised a son, but Abraham had waited so long, he was bewildered, disappointed, and working on a "plan B." The sermon had a powerful impact on people struggling with their faith.

OPEN: A representative of the gas company phoned the owner of an expensive new home to make an appointment for the service man to come in and light the pilot lights and adjust the furnace. The owner said that was OK, but he wanted to make sure he was there, because if he wasn’t the service man ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord Is Our Shield And Our Reward

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 3, 2003

PENTECOST 12(C) - The Lord is our Shield and our Reward: our comforting Shield for our earthly living and our undeserved Reward in our eternal living.

THE LORD IS OUR SHIELD AND REWARD GENESIS 15:1—6 AUGUST 31, 2003 GENESIS 15:1-6 1After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward." 2But Abram said, "O Sovereign LORD, what can you give me since I remain ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord Is The Father Of Our Father Of Faith

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Aug 20, 2004

How the LORD strengthened Abram’s faith when he was weak, and how he strengthens ours through the promise of the stars.

August 22, 2004 Genesis 15:1-6 After this, the word of the LORD came to Abram in a vision: “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your very great reward.” But Abram said, “O Sovereign LORD, what can you give me since I remain childless and the one who will inherit my estate is Eliezer of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

A Marriage Made In Heaven - Part 2: God’s Plan For Husbands

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 16, 2013

1. To be unselfish in giving. 2. To be united in grace. 3. To be unhindered in going to God.

A Marriage Made in Heaven - Part 2: God’s Plan for Husbands 1 Peter 3:1-7 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Jan. 13, 2013 *If you have ever wondered: “What’s wrong with my family?” -- You are not alone. You will never find a perfect family in this world. And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Grace At Home -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2011

If we want God’s grace to transform our marriages, then we must submit to our wives; we must understand them; and we must value them so that our prayers are not cut off.

Mrs. Foster, a teacher at the grade-school in Auburn, Washington, had a frustrating day with one of her first-grade boys. “You’ve been doing irritating things all day today. These things are some of my pet peeves,” she said sternly. “Do you know what a pet peeve is?” The young boy shook his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:7

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Chosen In Love: Your Adoption In Christ

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 30, 2008

The show God’s people the special place they hold in Christ and the possibly stir a desire within the unconverted.

CHOSEN IN LOVE: YOUR ADOPTION IN CHRIST Ephesians 1:3-14 Sermon Objective: The show God’s people the special place they hold in Christ and the possibly stir a desire within the unconverted. Supporting Scripture: Galatians 3:26-4:7; Romans 8:12-17 3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Greatest Chapter In The Bible Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 13, 2008

In this sermon we observe six reasons why there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

Scripture Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones once said that for a preacher the greatest book of the Bible should be one that he is expounding at the moment. I suppose that would be true for the chapter that he is expounding at the moment as well. Today we come to a chapter that is arguably the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Raise Up Seed For Your Brother

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 1, 2015

To show that every believer was raised up together with the Seed, the LORD JESUS and will never experience death anymore in this life and in the life to come. Galatians 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Now the promises (covenants, agreements) were decreed and mad

I. EXORDIUM: Will you live a long life? Yes. I'm raised with JESUS. Proverbs 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left hand are riches and honor. Romans 8:11 (Amplified Bible) And if the Spirit of Him Who raised up Jesus from the dead dwells in you, [then] He ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lessons From The Life Of Abraham (5 Of 5)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 27, 2022

Life can be really confusing at times.

Illus: A psychiatrist visited a California mental institution and asked a man: "How did you get here? What was the nature of your illness?" The psychiatrist got the following reply. • "Well, it all started when I got married and everything went down hill from there. • I married a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves No More Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 16, 2020

Paul makes the point that as Christians, we have been set free!

Dance Lessons: Slaves no More! Galatians 3:26-4:11 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 04-05-2020 Freedom! In 1838 the British government sent word to Jamaica that slavery was at an end and that therefore those who were slaves were now free. On that night of emancipation, a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist