Sermons on Insincere Dedication:

The Call Of God

Contributed by James Hayden on Nov 8, 2006

We are NOT called to be pew warmers!

The Call of God Philippians 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. Usually when you hear this verse preached, the preacher focuses on the prize, or pressing toward the prize. Well today I am going in a different direction. I want to talk about ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14

Denomination: Baptist

Making A New Year Revolution

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 19, 2008

Don’t make resolutions...Make this New Year a time of revolution!

1. Illustration of man applying for a job • A man once applied for a very high paying job. Later the interviewer called him to tell him that he had not gotten the job. • The man who had applied for the job protested. "But I’ve got 20 years experience." • The interviewer told him, "We checked your ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 26:10

Denomination: Baptist

The 70 Year Limit Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 1, 2019

We might think that the 70 years Judah spent in exile is a long time for the people to be under the anger of God. However the post exile events and interactions between God and His people demonstrates that God graciously limited His punishment to only 70 years. God is a forgiving God.

Jexit: Judah Comes Home The 70 Year Limit A sermon on Ezra 6:13-18 The last time we looked at what was happening to the returned Exiles it was the 7th December 518BC. And Zechariah was talking with the Jews about the fact that the Lord was giving them the opportunity to move forward. The past, ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 6:13-18, Jeremiah 25:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 7, 2015

By looking at four myths about growing churches, we begin to address what it means to be a healthy church.

Introduction: A. Happy New Year! Let’s begin this morning with a few quotes for the New Year. 1. “Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man,” Benjamin Franklin. 2. “One resolution I have made, and try always ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saved And Secure Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

A sermon describing the dynamics of salvation

Saved and Secure Colossians 1:21-23 Introduction: Many people have a misconstrued view of salvation. Some feel they are too far form God to be saved. Some are confused about where they stand in relation to God after salvation. Some think that being saved means looking forward to heaven. This ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

My Heroes Of The Faith

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

A description of Heroes in my life that have positively effected my Faith in God

My Heroes of the Faith January 14, 2007 AM Sermon 2 Timothy 4: 7-8 Last Sunday, we opened 2007 with a look back at Noah and the Ark, noticing how Noah followed God for his every move. Today, keeping the same hero theme, we go in a totally different direction. A personal direction if you will. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Mystery Of Hanukkah – A Story Of Great Deliverance Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 11, 2024

Imagine walking into a room engulfed in darkness, unable to see a step ahead. Suddenly, someone lights a candle, and the darkness retreats. This is the story of Hanukkah—a story of God’s light breaking through the darkness.

Transformed by Truth: The Mystery of Hanukkah – A Story of Great Deliverance Theme: Hanukkah reveals God’s triumph of light over darkness and His deliverance of His people. Big Idea: The story of Hanukkah points to the ultimate victory of Christ, the Light of the world, over the darkness of sin ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2, John 10:22-23, John 8:12, Colossians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 4:6, John 1:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Christmas Is Over

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jan 7, 2003

The Story of the Magi has great things to teach us about what to do when the excitement of Christmas dies down.

The Story of the Magi has great things to teach us about what to do when the excitement of Christmas dies down. DEDICATION: Wise Men’s (Magi) Response Matthew 2:1-2 (NIV) 1After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod. Magi from the east came to Jerusalem, 2and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Make Mine A Double

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 24, 2006

Like Elisha, we must seek a double portion of our Master’s spirit to passionately carry on the ministry of Christ Jesus.

II Kings 2: 1 – 22 – Make Mine A Double Intro: What would you do if you wanted double the inheritance everyone else would get from a wealthy relative or friend? My guess would be, it depends on the amount. Would you? -- Suck up, scheme / plot, plan? -- Some have been willing to murder. OR ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hanukah

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 26, 2012

Hanukah speaks of persecution followed by the victory of righteousness over evil and the joy that follows.

Hanukah (Daniel 8:9-14, John 10:22) 1. Jewish humorists compare Christmas to Hanukah: Christmas is one day, same day every year. December 25. Jews love Dec. 25th. It's another paid day off work. We go to movies and out for Chinese food, and Israeli dancing. Chanukah is eight days. It starts the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

David’s Prayer Of Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Nov 17, 2023

Here we are just days from our national day of Thanksgiving. I am saddened that history is being rewritten and the first explorers that had the goal of taking the Gospel message to a needed people are be portrayed as conquerors and white supremacy.

“David’s Prayer Of Thanksgiving” Psalm 138:1-8 Here we are just days from our national day of Thanksgiving. I am saddened that history is being rewritten and the first explorers that had the goal of taking the Gospel message to a needed people are be portrayed as conquerors and white supremacy. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 138:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Fishermen? Unveiling The Mystery SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

There are specific reasons why 7 out of the 12 first disciples were fishermen. This was not a random choice. The skills they possessed are ones every Christian should aim to have.

Today, we will explore the significance of Jesus choosing seven out of the twelve disciples to be fishermen. This deliberate selection was not a coincidence, as these individuals possessed qualities that every Christian should strive to develop. Let us delve into the reasons behind Jesus' choice ...read more

Topics: Fishers Of Men, Christian Skills

The Faces Of Christmas: Doubt Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Nov 26, 2011

Even in the darkest of days, God has His faithful servants who come with a message of HOPE

THE FACES OF CHRISTMAS The Face of DOUBT Luke 1:1-25 INTRODUCTION: Christmas is a time of hope. But for the people living when the first Christmas appeared, it was anything but hopeful. It was a dark time for the nation of Isreal. There had been no prophetic word from God for over 400 years. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Act Like Men: Honour

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 20, 2012

Exploring what is meant by the concept of honouring Christ with our body.

“In every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice. “Yes, and I will rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help of the Spirit of Jesus Christ this will turn out for my deliverance, as it is my eager expectation and hope that I will not be at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day: Remembrance

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 26, 2003

Remembering the past enables us to live in the present and have life for the future.

MEMORIAL DAY: REMEMBRANCE REVELATION 22:12-21 MAY 25, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Where the Stars and Stripes and the Eagle Fly by Aaron Tippen Well if you ask me where I come from Here’s what I tell everyone I was born by God’s dear grace In an extra-ordinary place Where the stars and stripes and the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12-21

Denomination: Baptist