Sermons on Improper Priorities:

Find The Right People To Serve Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Feb 21, 2017

Teamwork, Empowering Others, Growth

The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - Find the Right People to Serve Acts 6:1-7 (p. 762) February 26, 2017 Introduction: Jon Weece in the book “Jesus Prom” says: “When we stop moving, we start dying. Too many churches are filled with too many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 13, 2016

1. The Wisemen had divine knowledge; 2.Seeking takes sacrifice; 3. Seeking Takes Faith; 4. The Result will be worth it

“Wise Men Still Seek Him” December 18, 2016 Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem 2 and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 6:33-34

Denomination: Holiness

Paradoxes Of Life Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 17, 2012

Jesus in His last public sermon shares some paradoxes of life we need to grasp.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Over the next seven weeks leading up to Easter together we are going follow the teachings of Jesus that took place during the final week of His life. • For context earlier in chapter 12 we have the triumphal entry into Jerusalem which marks the beginning of the last week ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 25, 2012

Prayer may not be a physical piece of armor, but it is necessary to be able to fight against the enemy and comunicate with the Lord

The power of prayer Ephesians chapter 6:18-6:20 Introduction- We are ending our series putting on the full armor of God. No really! We have looked at all the pieces of armor. We have given ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Prioritizing The Eternal: Letting Go To Receive More

Contributed by Justin Dietel on Jul 12, 2024

I want to start today with a story that might sound familiar to many of you. Picture this: I’m at home, trying to get my kids’ attention. They’re completely absorbed in their tablets, watching videos or playing games. I call out, “Jack, Jack, Jacqueline!” And… nothing. Not even a glance

Good morning, everyone. I want to start today with a story that might sound familiar to many of you. Picture this: I’m at home, trying to get my kids’ attention. They’re completely absorbed in their tablets, watching videos or playing games. I call out, “Jack, Jack, Jacqueline!” And… nothing. Not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

Seeking God's Kingdom First PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 10, 2024

The sermon encourages prioritizing God's Kingdom and righteousness over earthly pursuits, and seeking alignment with God's desires and attributes.

Good morning, beloved. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in the house of the Lord, surrounded by our brothers and sisters in Christ? We stand here, not by our own strength or merit, but by the boundless grace of our Heavenly Father. It is this same grace that has brought us together ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Topics: Seek, First

Our Spiritual Bottom Line

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Aug 24, 2003

Pentecost 11: Believers are called to be different than the sinful world. But where does the child of God find the power to live a God-pleasing life? Our lesson today points us to our relationship with God through the forgiveness Christ has won for us. We

Take a look at this. It’s one of those little slips of paper that the bank’s automated teller machine gives you when you make a withdrawal. It’s got some interesting information on it. Apart from the name and other basic account information, the ATM machine prints the amount of money you withdraw ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Caring And Daring To Get Involved Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 9, 2003

Third sermon in a series dealing with how we can make a difference for Christ in the world

CARING AND DARING TO GET INVOLVED ACTS 6:1-7 INTRODUCTION: As we have said before, salt is only effective when applied. In fact if we leave the salt alone, it will ultimately become hard and useless, unable to accomplish its original purpose. We are salt, and unless we are used, we will also ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Christ Gives Meaning To All Aspects Of History

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus was used by God to accomplish precisely what He intended by sovereign foreknowledge, power and miraculous interventions. Only the Lord is able to make sense of chaos

How Christ Gives Meaning to All Aspects of History Illustration:If God did not bless, not one hair, not a solitary wisp of straw, would grow; but there would be an end of everything. At the same time God wants me to take this stance: I would have nothing whatever if I did not plow and sow. God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Courage To Soar

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 3, 2001

God has already supplied us with all of the resources we need to follow Him and live a life of boldness

Courage to Soar 2 Timothy 1:7 June 3, 2001 Morning Service Introduction The Wright Brothers It took great courage for the Wright Brothers to soar. Why? An Eastern bishop was accustomed to paying an annual visit to a small religious college. On one such visit, the bishop engaged in an after-dinner ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Stewardship Series

Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 11, 2009

Stewardship is about more than what we do with 10% of our check. That is not all God is asking for. So what does God really want in the offering plate?

4. Spiritual Disciplines Series May 3rd, 2009 Stewardship The parable of the talents indicates that we will be held accountable for what we do with the time that we have been given. The Earth is the Lord’s and everything in it. Everything that is belongs to God. We do not own anything we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-26

Denomination: *other

You're Blessed When You're At The End Of Your Rope

Contributed by Colin Thornby on Jan 29, 2011

The beatitudes are radical challenges live as apprentices of Jesus

One day as he saw the crowds gathering, Jesus went up on the mountainside and sat down. His disciples gathered around him, and he began to teach them. “God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: *other

The Man With Six I's

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 14, 2008

Covetousness will not satisfy the passions of the flesh.

Title: The Man With Six I’s The Parable Of The Rich Fool Text: Luke 12:15-21 Theme: Covetousness will not satisfy the passions of the flesh. Introduction: Jesus and Money Jesus talked a great deal about money. Sixteen of the thirty-eight parables were concerned with how to handle money and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Strong Hope For Hard Times

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

Dealing with diffult times

"Strong Hope for Hard Times" Matthew 17 10/12/97 Intro: When have you needed hope? Here in Matthew 17, we see Jesus giving hope to his disciples. Jesus has begun to prepare his disciples for his death, and as he does this, he also gives them hope to overcome when this happens. Whatever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Setting Our Hearts On The Mission Of The Kingdom

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 20, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Setting our Hearts on the Mission of the Kingdom

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: Setting our Hearts on the Mission of the Kingdom Luke 10:1-24 We are back in Luke after a series on community and specifically Life Groups. We have said that chapters 8 and 9 Luke describes a series of miracles demonstrating Jesus’ power and authority ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational