Sermons on If Only:

The Only Way Out Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

It is hopeless for man, that is, but God has a solution. That huge boulder of guilt that keeps you pinned to the floor of sin can be dissolved in the blood of Christ. You can't do anything about sin, but Jesus can. He can forgive it because he paid for it.

Floyd Collins was a professional cave hunter. He found the famous Crystal Cave in Kentucky in 1917. It is a popular tourist cave now, but back them it was too far off the road to get people to come to it. Floyd's dream was to find a bigger and better cave, even more beautiful than the ...read more

The Only Way Out Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

So God says to those who receive Christ, "Your sins are gone, and you can return to fellowship with Me. The past no longer blocks the way, for it is no longer remembered.

Men have offered millions of sacrifices to God in order to get Him to forgive and release them from sin. But there is no record that anyone was ever set free by this method, even when they offered their own babies, or young virgins in sacrifice. All of this folly just added to the darkness of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18

God Is One And Only! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Dec 12, 2020

The Ten commandments starts with the truth that there is only one God and not other exists on the earth

The First Commandment is God as the object of worship. It logically flows from understanding who God is and what He has done for us and we have the obligation to obey Him. Nothing can come before God and He is the only God whom we worship and serve. “I” is an absolute word belongs ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Only Takes A Spark

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Jul 23, 2021

Today I want us to consider what it takes to spark the fires of revival in the heart of each of us. That spark could and will start the fires of revival that could spread across this land.

Sermon Text: Neh 9:1-3 Now on the twenty-fourth day of this month the children of Israel were assembled with fasting, in sackcloth, and with dust on their heads. 2 Then those of Israelite lineage separated themselves from all foreigners; and they stood and confessed their sins and the iniquities ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Justified By Faith Only? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 10, 2020

To establish that believers are justified or saved, through faith and obedience to God. This lesson answers the question: Can anyone be justified or saved by faith alone, apart from works, or obedience unto God? There is no truth in the teaching: "Justified or saved by faith only?"

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Justified By Faith Only? Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the theme: “Justified By Faith Only?" This is the third lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, James 2:21-24, John 6:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus - The Only Way

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 16, 2024

Many in today's world will question if Jesus is the only way to God? You might be asking, “Do some people REALLY think there are other ways to get to heaven?” Yes, some are being led to believe that.

The title of the message today is Jesus, The Only Way. Many in today's world will question if Jesus is the only way to God? You might be asking, “Do some people REALLY think there are other ways to get to heaven?” Yes, some are being led to believe that. That is the route we will take today ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-13, John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Living God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 25, 2024

As humans, we have an inherent desire to believe in something greater than ourselves,

As humans, we have an inherent desire to believe in something greater than ourselves. However, the danger lies in putting our faith in multiple false gods. When we believe in many false gods, we risk fragmenting our beliefs and values, leading to confusion and spiritual emptiness. In polytheistic ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 14:15, 1 Thessalonians 1:9

Glory Only In The Cross.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 24, 2024

“God forbid that I should boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world" (Galatians 6:14).

GLORY ONLY IN THE CROSS. Galatians 6:11-18. As Paul draws towards the conclusion of his letter to the Galatians, he takes the pen into his own hand (GALATIANS 6:11) and emphasizes once more the issue between the Judaisers and himself. The motives of his opponents are suspect: to make a good ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Salvation Only In Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 16, 2022

There is only one way to heaven, by grace through faith in Jesus Christ.

SALVATION ONLY IN JESUS Text: Acts 4:1-12 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rev. Franklin Graham, son of the late Dr. Billy Graham, recently posted on his Facebook page a troubling article. Here’s what it said: a. 39% of “evangelical” pastors surveyed recently said there is no absolute moral truth ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Only Way To Heaven. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

The question of how to get to heaven has puzzled humanity for centuries.

Many believe that good deeds, moral living, or religious rituals can earn a spot in the afterlife. Many think there are many ways to enter into Heaven. However, the Bible clearly teaches that there is only one way to Heaven is through Jesus Christ. The Bible says... - "Jesus answered, 'I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 4:12

Doers, Not Hearers Only.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 3, 2024

Practical implications of our new birth.

DOERS, NOT HEARERS ONLY. James 1:22-27. We must be careful that we are “doers of the word and not hearers only, deceiving our own selves” (James 1:22). Having heard and received, we must then put the word into action in our lives. Good works do not make us Christians, but Christians will do good ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Only One Way!

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 10, 2023

Words have the power to evoke great emotions and passions in our lives. When Jesus said, I am the way, truth, and life no one comes unto the Father except by Me, what do these words mean to you? Are you born again, or have you rejected your only way into heaven?

The Father Glorifies the Son? John 8:48-58 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Language serves as a crucial medium for interpersonal communication. Verbal expression has the power to evoke vivid images of the beauty in our surroundings, motivate us to achieve ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-58

Denomination: Baptist

Will Only A Few Be Saved? Series

Contributed by Darian Catron on Aug 23, 2019

Will there only be a few people saved? And how can we be among the few? What is necessary for us?

INTRODUCTION: Illustration/Story/Quote/Statistic- A family one day decided to go on a vacation. So they went to the ocean, to the beach to enjoy a day of swimming and relaxation. This was their first time to see an ocean of water and white sandy beaches. They set up their spot. Mother laid ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Only One Thing Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Mar 14, 2021

There were many kings who reigned over Israel, but amongst all of them David was distinguished. The reason for David’s renown was because he had a single minded devotion toward God and made that his sole ambition.

We read in Psalm 91:9-10, “Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge, even the most High, thy habitation; There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.” (NKJV) As we continue our meditations on Psalm 91, we will focus our attention on verses 9 and 10 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:9, Psalm 91:10

Denomination: Other

It Only Takes A Spark Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 1, 2010

This sermon looks at the calling of the first disciples & encourages us to follow in their footsteps, bringing others to Jesus.

John 1:35 – 51: It only takes a spark - Bringing others to Jesus. It only take s a tiny spark to ignite a fire and only takes one individual filled with the Spirit of God to ignite others into becoming followers of Christ. It was one man John the Baptist, who saw Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist