Sermons on In His Own Image:

The Nature Of God And His People

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 8, 2024

Series on I John.

Title: The Nature of God and His People Scripture: I Jn. 1:5-10 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 6-9-24 Intro: Thomas Aquinas called theology the “queen of sciences.” But the study of theology—the study of God—was gradually sidelined and now finds no place in the contemporary curriculum. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Telling His Story Confidently

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 18, 2007

Peter gives us a great insight into how to evangelize the unchurched - simply share what God has done in our lives.

Accident I witnessed in St. Louis - I was the only eyewitness to the accident that was able to tell who had the right of way - Eyewitness – just state the facts Some eyewitnesses have greater impact – touch many people’s lives - JFK, Normandy, Holocaust Confidence of the eyewitness – know what ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-32

Denomination: Lutheran

God Keeps His Promises

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Feb 21, 2012

God keeps His promises in His timing; not ours.

God Keeps His Promises February 19, 2012 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God keeps His promises in His timing; not ours. Focus Passage: 2 Samuel 5:1-12 Supplemental Passage: For as many as are the promises of God, in Him they are yes; therefore ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 5:1-12, 2 Samuel 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Shepherd And His Sheep (4) Series

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Mar 1, 2021

Fear reigns in darkness. The presence of the Shepherd offers comfort and protection as the sheep walks through the valley of life's trouble.

TEXT: PSALMS 23:4 (NLT) "Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me." Fear in the valley of the shadow of death "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Invited To Live His Life Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Sep 20, 2006

A spin-off of the FOX hit series, “24”. This series chronicles a single day in the life of Jesus from Mark 1:16 – 39. As we watch the lifestyle that Jesus lives, we can learn how to live like him!

0600: Invited to Live His Life 24: A Day in the Life of Jesus March 5, 2006 Welcome to “24: A Day in the Life of Jesus”! Just a minute while I set my stop watch. Starting “NOW”… I have 24 hours to finish this message! (Just kidding!). Seriously, do we have any ‘24’ fans here this morning? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

Take Him To His Mother

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 27, 2004

A Mother’s Day sermon that reinforces the value of a mother in a child’s life. An ounce of mother is worth a pound of preacher.

2 Kings 4:17-20 -- “17 And the woman conceived, and bare a son at that season that Elisha had said unto her, according to the time of life.” “18 And when the child was grown, it fell on a day, that he went out to his father to the reapers.” “19 And he said unto his father, My head, my head. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Experiencing His Passionate Love Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 2, 2004

This sermon describes the horror of the cross and asks the question: why would God do that?

OPEN: I once heard a man tell of WHY he entered the ministry. He said he entered the ministry because he was afraid of God. Now granted, Scripture tells us we should fear God. Proverbs 9:10 tells us "The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Learns His Destiny

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 8, 2003

I make the argument that Jesus begins to learn about His relationship to God the Father during the event when He was left in the Temple when He was 12-years-old.

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net 1/8/03 Title: Events In the Life of Christ: Jesus Learns His Destiny Text: Luke 2:41-52 Introduction Well, here we are at the 1st Wednesday Night service of the New Year... As I began to think and plan about what to do on these Wednesday ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Nazarene

And His Name Shall Be Called . . . Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 24, 2008

Isaiah gives us four names that Jesus would be called, and each name gives us a description of what Jesus would do.

Introduction During the 1960’s, a phenomenon called “Peanuts” was born. The comic strip began appearing in newspapers all over America. The simple characters and modest storylines became the perfect placebo for millions looking for a daily dose of innocence. And none of that was lost on Madison ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

His Mission, My Life

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 28, 2013

Invite people to where they can hear the Gospel. Share your story of what God has done. It's uniquely yours.

Jesus was on mission the moment He was born. He said, “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost.” (Luke 19:10) • Not just to SAVE, but the need to SEEK them – to help them understand the need to be SAVED. • The movement is for us to go to where the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

His Name Is Called Immanuel Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Dec 5, 2006

Using texts from the prophecies of Isaiah, this is an Advent, Christmas, Epiphany Series on "The Names of Jesus." The theme of this inital sermon is that in the birth of Jesus, God has come to us in human flesh and is our source of strength.

WHAT’S IN A NAME?: HIS NAME IS CALLED IMMANUEL --ISAIAH 7:10-17, MATTHEW 1:18-23, Hebrews 2:14-18 Everyone is familiar with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet are star crossed lovers. Their families are bitter enemies. In Act II, Scene Two is the famous balcony ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-17

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Calls His Disciples Series

Contributed by Clark Frailey on Apr 15, 2004

A sermon series on the Gospel of John.

Jesus Calls His Disciples Scripture: John 1:37-51 Introduction: Last time we looked at John 1:1-9 and discovered Jesus is the Word of God. He was in the beginning, He was at Creation, He is our Light today and tomorrow. Now we move on to learn about the gathering of the disciples. As ...read more

Scripture: John 1:37-51

Denomination: Baptist

Face The Future With Joyful Confidence

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Jan 9, 2023

Whether events or attitude of people in this world “will go from bad to worse (verse 13),” God’s people can still face the coming days without fear.

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Looked To His Father For Help In His Time Of Need

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges.

1. When Jesus felt weak He looked to His Father for strength, power and energy to His challenges. The Lord Jesus recalled the words of David, "The Lord is my strength and my shield; my hearts trusts in him and I am helped." (Psa. 28:7a) Ask the Lord to strengthen, encourage and empower you to do ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 28:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephen: His Life & His Love; Pt 1 By Dr. Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 7, 2004

While in seminary, I was asked, "What is the best translation of the New Testament?" I replied, "My Grandmother." Today Stephen serves as our best example of the qualities of a servant. Let’s examine them together!

Introduction I. I was standing in the hall following Chapel at Seminary and was asked by a fellow student, what I thought was the best translation of the New Testament was, I replied, "My Grandmother..." Surprised my friend continued his questioning by returning with, "I didn’t know your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8

Denomination: Baptist