Sermons on how excellent is thy name: showing 106-120 of 201,338

An Excellent Reputation Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 26, 2009

The power of the gospel in the world and especially in the lives of the Colossian saints.

Imagine writing a letter to a pigmy living in the deepest, darkest parts of Africa. In your letter you must describe life in the Lower Blue Mountains. What would you say? How would you describe the fabric of our society? What is our reputation?   There’s lots of good things to write about: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thy Kingdom Come Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Jun 30, 2023

The Lord's prayer was introduced when the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. It is a format on how to pray. This section will focus on the first request, "Thy Kingdom Come!"

The Lord's prayer was introduced when the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. It is a format on how to pray. This section will focus on the first request, "Thy Kingdom Come!" Matthew 6:9-13 9 After this manner, therefore, pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Romans 14:17, 1 Corinthians 2:6-12, Romans 8:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pursuit Of Excellence

Contributed by Mike Spain on Apr 2, 2002

Here is a motivational message that will drive home the point that pursuing excellence is not always fun, and may not bring instant results. However, the end result (if found in Christ) is worth more than gold.

The proof of your DESIRE is in your PURSUIT! Daniel 1:8-17 Daniel 3:13-18 Four theorems from the text 1. The pursuit of excellence will most always seem foreign to those on the OUTSIDE looking IN! (See Dan. 1:10 and 3:14) In 1:10 - The official didn’t understand why Daniel would not eat the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:3-20, Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Church Of Excellence

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

Every football coach dreams of recruiting eleven of the greatest football players together on one team.

If a coach could recruit such players, he would have one of the best teams in the nation. Every coach knows that he would have a winning team if he could recruit such players. We all know that the success of every team is based on recruiting. We learn that as a child. Illus: Remember, when ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Excellence Or Obedience? Series

Contributed by Charles Newman on Aug 2, 2005

This is a sermon designed to preach to a group of pastors.

Excellence or Obedience? Sermon by: Charlie Newman Introduction What in your life would you define as excellent? Do you enjoy excellent food? Do you have an excellent family, maybe even a few excellent friends or a church that excels in fellowship? I’m looking forward tonight to an excellent meal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:9-23

Denomination: Methodist

Preparing With Excellence Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 6, 2002

This teaching describes the importance of waiting on proper direction, and the fulfillment of God’s calling to excellence.

5/1/02 PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN YOUR WALK II PREPARING WITH EXCELLENCE GAL 1:13-24 BY PASTOR RUSS WITKOWSKI “Excellent” - to throw beyond the usual mark, to surpass, a throwing beyond others, beyond (out of) measure; “Way” -journey, high-way. Definition of Spiritual Excellence: To live the journey ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-24, Proverbs 22:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Aim For Excellence! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 26, 2005

Third in a series designed for a giving campaign, "Get In The Game."

Last week, we began our consideration of the things that need to be true of us, as the people of God, if we are going to make sure that we "Get In The Game" for God and live lives that count for Christ. We said that we can know we’ve "Got Game" if we: Go for the gold; Aim for excellence; Make ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

A Commitment To Excellence Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 13, 2001

Does excellence matter to God?

Does excellence matter to God? Does God care about quality? Is He concerned with how well things are done? Does it make any difference to God whether: the instruments are in tune; the worship team has rehearsed the songs, etc.? Some would say, "no." All God cares about is our hearts. It’s the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24, Colossians 3:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

Praying For Excellence Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2006

Paul prays that his readers love might overflowmore and more wit hfull knowledge and insight

What could you pray for someone who’s new in the faith? What could you pray for someone who’s been a Christian for 50 years? What could you pray for your best friend, or for your husband or wife? What could you pray for those people you’ve never met but who your link missionaries have told you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Striving For Excellence

Contributed by Kevin Newman on Aug 29, 2002

As Christians we need to re-examine why we do what we do from time to time, to make sure it is for His glory.

Introduction -- Why are we here? What and who are we living for? Before we give the same "pat" answers, we need to re-examine ourselves to be sure we are living for Christ and not for ourselves. I. The Motivation of Paul Why did Paul preach, risk his life, and give up the pleasures of this life? ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Excellent

Contributed by Afemhinke Ayangbe on May 23, 2024

Every child of God must pluge in to the father of excellent

You must have the understabsing of how the spirit of God works in the life of every believers. God gave us the ability to reason but we must reason along with the mind of God through the help of the Holy Bible. You will cannot take us far, but God's will can make us in life. If you are loved ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-5

Denomination: Other

Excellence In Influence Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 7, 2003

Jesus taught us that a believer should be like salt (Matthew 5:13). We should act, as agents of influence in society, not isolate ourselves from it. Paul moves beyond the analogy to provide some practical ways that Christians can be salt. Paul tells us ho

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I began a series last week called “Leadership and Service Excellence.” It was the introductory message that will serve as the “setup” for many messages to come regarding God-glorifying excellence. We’re not about perfectionism. Neither are we about a snooty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:11

An Excellent Woman Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 12, 2024

Based on Proverbs 31:10-31 - Challenges women to consider what it means Scripturally to be "excellent."

“AN EXCELLENT WOMAN” Proverbs 31:10-31 FBCF – 5/12/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – DANGEROUS TERRITORY FOR ME TODAY! A man preaching a sermon about women! - I’ve had a wonderful Godly woman as a mother for nearly 60 years. - I’ve had a wonderful Godly woman as a wife for nearly 39 years. - I’ve had a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

How Important Is God's Name?

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 15, 2024

Names are very important. Names tell a story, and they really do matter. But there's no name that matters more than the name of God.

How important is God’s name to you? Names are very important. Whether you realize it or not, people love to hear their own name. When you meet up with someone and call them by their name you can almost see their eyes light up. Names are very important. Names tell a story, and they really do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Pursuit Of Excellence

Contributed by Lito Sacatropiz on Jul 21, 2009

We are the pursuers of Christ excellence...

THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE Pastor Joel Tejedo told me before that God wants me to be a better and bigger person-- an excellent person. What is excellence means? Is it a bomb? Yes, excellence is a bomb which is going over with a bang- doing the very best to excel. If you play a computer game a ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God