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The Mission Of The Messiah Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 31, 2023

In Matthew 1:1-17, we learn that Matthew summarized the entire history of God's people because he believed it all climaxed in the mission of Jesus.

Introduction We are concluding our sermon series today that I am calling, “Bloodlines: The Genealogy of Jesus.” I hope you have come to see that the genealogy of Jesus is far more than merely a list of names. It contains some very significant truths that help us to understand better the meaning of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Don't Have A Grasshopper Mentality PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2025

When we face overwhelming challenges, prayer and faith in God’s promises empower us to overcome fear and step forward with courage and obedience.

Some days, the mirror tells the truth you’d rather ignore. Not the truth about hairlines and headlines, but the whisper that says, “You’re small.” Bills stack tall, bosses bark loud, diagnoses loom large, and your heart crouches like a child in the hallway of a big, echoing house. Have you felt ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:30-33

Topics: Overcoming Mindset, Grasshopper Mentality

Well... That's A Deep Subject PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2025

God uses ordinary people’s courage and compassion to lift others from life’s pits, reminding us to act rightly and help those in need now.

Some days feel like pits, don’t they? Not just potholes in the road, but deep, echoing cisterns of disappointment, decisions, and delays. You pray and the sky seems quiet. You plan and the ground gives way. You stand in the middle of a week that you never wanted and wonder, How do I get out of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 38:7-13

Topics: Courage, Compassion

Trampling On Grace

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 10, 2002

The most worshipful act a corporate body of believers accomplishes can be a source of shame or grace -- the Lord’s Supper -- don’t trample on the grace.

March 10, 2002 23For this is what the Lord himself said, and I pass it on to you just as I received it. On the night when he was betrayed, the Lord Jesus took a loaf of bread, 24and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Love And Sacrifice, Part 2

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 24, 2003

Perhaps on Friday of this past week, you assured your valentine that you would climb high mountains to be near them; swim wide oceans to sit at their feet; cross burning deserts in the heat of day in order to sing love songs to them in the moonlight. But

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Perhaps on Friday of this past week, you assured your valentine that you would climb high mountains to be near them; swim wide oceans to sit at their feet; cross burning deserts in the heat of day in order to sing love songs to them in the moonlight. But somehow on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

The Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 29, 2003

A Thanksgiving sermon on the appropriate attitude for everyday life.

The Attitude of Gratitude Be Thankful Always! 11/27/02 I. Introduction Everybody knows what day is tomorrow- Thanksgiving Day. The day when everybody’s out of school. The day when you go to grandma’s or aunt may’s house, spend time with family and grub down on some turkey. The day when you toss ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Ephesians 5:17-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Dwell In God's House

Contributed by Edward Frey on May 22, 2003

Through faith in Christ, we are God’s children and members of his household.

The other day I was playing with my sons. We were building a house out of blocks. Up and up the structure went until it would reach a certain point, and, then it toppled over. So we’d start over. Higher and higher the blocks would go until they fell over. This happened a couple of times and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Assurance Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 9, 2004

Many were present at the crucifixion of Christ, but only one received the assurance of forgiveness. Discover how to secure forgiveness from God.

Last week we looked at why Jesus had to suffer. We saw his suffering was not a tragedy but a triumph of God and a triumph for mankind. Through Christ’s suffering, God demonstrated His power, His provision and preeminence to rescue us from our sin. But for those who don’t understand mankind’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: *other

Assurance Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 6, 2004

Discover how you can be certain of God’s forgiveness in your life.

Last week we looked at why Jesus had to suffer. We saw his suffering was not a tragedy but a triumph of God and a triumph for mankind. Through Christ’s suffering, God demonstrated His power, His provision and preeminence to rescue us from our sin. But for those who don’t understand mankind’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: *other

'our Greatest Need.'

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Aug 10, 2006

A real look at our greatest need, forgiveness. Have you recieved it?

What is your greatest need? There are times in life when we just want so much out of it that we forget to consider what has really happened to us. Like the wasp that’s so busy tasting the sweetness of the Jam that its oblivous to the fact that its body has just been severed in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Polygamy And Concubines

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 14, 2006

This sermon answers a question from a church member regarding polygamy and concubines.

Note: This sermon was part of a series where I answered questions about the Bible submitted by the congregation. Question: Why did God leave polygamy of His people unchallenged? How did wives/concubines differ? Let me start with the second part of that question, because that is the easier part to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Brother Who Sins Against You

Contributed by Ian Drucker on Dec 12, 2006

Following the directions provided by Jesus when another Christian sins against you.

A Brother Who Sins Against You Matthew 18: 15-20 1. There is a big difference between knowing about God, and actually knowing God. 2. There are many people who know about God, but don’t actually know Him. a. We can read and study the Bible. b. We can have all kinds of documents highlighted. c. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Mission's Moment Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 2, 2005

The people of repented of their sin. This sermon looks at what true repentance really is.

A Mission’s Moment Text: Jonah 3:1-10 Introduction: One of the old cartoons that we use to watch as kids has now come back onto the TV. Surprisingly, my children enjoy it and watch it all the time. I’m referring to Popeye. You remember "Popeye the Sailor Man", don’t you? Every episode was based ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Remembering Jesus: What Kind Of Love? (Pt. 4) Series

Contributed by Dan Waite on Mar 29, 2006

Jesus demonstrated a “greater love” through SACRIFICE. What kind of love motivates someone to sacrifice themselves?

Other sermons can be found at http://lastsermon.blogspot.com/ John 15:13 Remembering Jesus: What kind of love? Jesus demonstrated a “greater love” through SACRIFICE. What kind of love motivates someone to sacrifice themselves? (Ill.) A man went to the doctor after weeks of symptoms. The doctor ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Human Resource And Diversity Issues In The Early Church

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on May 6, 2006

Apostolic church faced human resource issues. Apostles needed to delegate authority so could concentrate on primary calling to pray and preach.

Introduction Running a church sometimes just takes common sense. Real problems arise in the Church just like any other institution, however, through prayer, cooperation within the Body of Christ, and some thought even the most complex problems can be solved. Today’s reading from Acts 6:1-7 deals ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Orthodox