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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Some groups put The Pastor on a pedestal as God’s annointed, a spiritual super-star to be admired and honored. In our passage today Paul sarcastically shreds this un-Christlike view of leadership.
Spiritual Leadership 1 Corinthians 4 Most American Christians are soft. Our crosses are pretty jewelry, not instruments of brutal death. They warmly decorate our houses rather than warning of suffering. Particularly in the suburban Bible Belt, our versions of Christianity depict sanitized pictures ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21
Denomination: Evangelical Free
Jesus proved He was the King of Kings through His birth, life, ministry, death, resurrection and ascension. God recognized Him as “The King” and coronated Him with the crown of glory, honor and power.
Sermon: Easter - How Jesus (God) became King! Easter Sunday Reading (Before Sermon) It was evident that the people were desperate for more than just “any king” but for “The King.” The king who had come to save them. During King Herod’s reign he expanded and built up the temple of God in ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16, James 1:12, Revelation 2:10, 1 Corinthians 9:25
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
May this sermon serve as a reminder of God's love and the importance of living a life that honors Him. May we all strive to live in the light of His love and avoid the darkness of the world
Reasons Why Halloween is Demonic 1. Halloween originated from ancient pagan festivals that worshipped false gods. (Deuteronomy 12:30-31, 2 Corinthians 6:14-17) 2. It involves occult practices, divination, and spiritism.(Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Galatians 5:19-21) 3. The holiday promotes fear, ...read more
Scripture: John 3:17, Galatians 6:7-8
Are Christians supposed to "Honor the Sabbath Day to keep it Holy?" Does Freedom in Christ mean freedom from everything? As Jesus expanded on the moral law, He also did so concerning "Sabbath".
The Sabbath Holiday Gen 2: 1-3, Exodus 20:1-8, 31:17, Deut. 5:12-15, Hebrews 4:3-10 This past Monday was Labor Day in the US; Labor Day has been a National Holiday since 1894. As you probably know, the word “holiday” comes from the Old English words ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3
Denomination: Baptist
Judas got nothing good–not pleasure or honor or power. He ended up being the only person in the Bible whom God judged as being better off never being born.
Wednesday of Holy Week 2023 It does not seem terribly fair what happened to poor Kerioth-born Judas, as Matthew records it. He sells out Jesus for what in today’s currency would be about $260. Then, seeing Jesus condemned to death, he changes his mind and attempts to return the money to the ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Matthew 26:14-25
Denomination: Catholic
In honor of the Annual Superman Celebration in Metropolis, this sermon uses the story of Superman as a modern-day parable that teaches us about Jesus Christ. Power Point is available, just e-mail me.
JESUS IS MY SUPERHERO Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church, Rosiclare, IL Note: if this sermon is a blessing to you, please consider buying a copy of my book, Holy Heroes: The Gospel Accordign to Marvel & DC available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0817017704 Well, in honor of ...read more
Scripture: Romans 5:6-8
Denomination: Christian Church
Let us recognize and honor marriage as a divine institution, ordained by God from the beginning. May our understanding of this truth shape our perspective on marriage and our commitment to upholding its sanctity.
Some might say that marriage is a human construct, a social convention created by man. But let us look to the Bible for guidance. Origin of Marriage: In Genesis 2:23-24, we read: "The man said, 'This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh; she shall be called woman, for she was ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 2:23-24, Genesis 2:23, Ephesians 5:22-33
This sermon aims to explore Exodus 20:15-17, emphasizing that the last three commandments are not just rules, but guides on how to live a life that honors God and loves others as Jesus loves us.
Good morning, family. Today we'll be looking into Exodus 20:15-17 and exploring how these verses call us to honor God with our lives, to love others as Jesus loves us, and to understand the significance of the last three commandments. As Oswald Chambers once said, "The remarkable thing about ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 20:15-17
Topics: Last 3, Ten Commandments
Jesus speaks of great treasure in heaven for all who love Him and serve Him I give my permission for this sermon to be used and copied as long as it is used to honor and glorify Jesus Christ.
I give permission for this sermon to used in its fullness for the glory of God. TREASURE IN HEAVEN Please open your Bible to I Corinthians 2 as we begin a new series regarding the eternal rewards of heaven, with today’s message, “Treasure in Heaven.” The Bible speaks of rewards in heaven that are ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9, Matthew 6:19-21, Revelation 22:12, 1 Peter 1:3-4, Hebrews 10:32-35, 1 Corinthians 15:58 (view more) (view less)
Denomination: Independent/Bible
You’ll never truly find happiness until you are concerned for other people’s joy.
Insecurity is the general unease we experience when we lack certainty and confidence in life. Today, I want you to see how a big God secures your peace, composure and happiness. The Bible shows us where the inner springs of joy and harmony are found in a believer’s life. Find Philippians 4 with ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 4:4-20
What brings people to Jesus? People came to Jesus because He was involved in ministry. Jesus was exercising authority and compassion that brought healing & life to people.
MATTHEW 9: 18-26 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] THE REACH OF FAITH [THE INTERRUPTIONS OF LIFE ] [1 Thess. 4:13-18/ Mark 5:21-43/ Luke 8:40-56] After three non-miracle events Matthew returns with a flurry of miracle activity [in verses 18-34]. The raising of the dead and the healing of the ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26
Just like Israel, we are clay and God is working to shape us into vessels of beauty and honor. Often we see ourselves as flawed, but God is pleased to turn flawed vessels into something wonderful.
LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE Jer. 18:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. In Johnson City, Tennessee, a police officer and his partner pulled over an unlicensed motorist. They asked the man to follow them to the police station. 2. But while on their way there they spotted a North Carolina vehicle ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10
Denomination: Assembly Of God
When I think about the first disciples of Jesus there is one thing that I find really encouraging - they were very ordinary people, average people, people like you and me, people with faults and failings, imperfect people.
How do we compare to Jesus first Disciples? When I think about the first disciples of Jesus there is one thing that I find really encouraging - they were very ordinary people with very ordinary jobs - fishermen & a tax collector. If Jesus public ministry had begun here in Rayleigh and Jesus ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20
Denomination: Pentecostal
We ask people how they are doing, but do we really care? This message is to inspire people to reach others.
Tell a story of when you did help someone in need. [Romans 12:9-11] Don’t just pretend that you love others. Really love them. (What do people answer when asked, “How are you doing?” When we ask the question do we really care?) Hate what is wrong. Stand on the side of the good. {10} Love each ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:9-11
This sermon begins a short series of the main stories people know from the book of Daniel. This set up "young Daniel and his 3 friends." It teaches how Nebuchadnezzar changed the minds of children and how Daniel helps us to stand our spiritual ground instead of conform.
Faith Under Fire (Daniel 1:3-7) Intro: A. The northern Kingdom of Israel fell to the power of Assyria around 722 BC after almost 20 years of a slow demise. The kingdom fell because of sin and God allowed them to be taken into captivity. The southern Kingdom should have taken a great warning ...read more
Scripture: Jeremiah 25:1-9, Daniel 1:1-7
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
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