Sermons about It Was Meant To Be

Greet No One On The Way

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 8, 2023

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Time was short and we couldn’t afford greetings, this is what Jesus meant as greet no one on the way…..

Greet no one on the way… Luke 10:4 “Carry no money belt, no bag, no shoes; and greet no one on the way.” The words of Jesus ‘greet no one on the way’ kind of intrigued me, so I set off thinking… I would like to start off by sharing my testimony, which God reminded me that I did myself, even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Leadership In The Home

Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 29, 2001

based on 108 ratings

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How the Biblical model of male headship should work, and what it is meant to show us about God.

This morning, my choice of topics presents me with a difficult task. No one compels me; I willingly undertake it. But it is difficult. Because I know that what I have to say concerning leadership in the home – or rather, what the Scriptures have to say – will likely encounter some resistance. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another

Contributed by Othey Mcnew Jr. on Jan 10, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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This sermon is intended to show us what Jesus meant when He said Love One Another.

Love One Another John 13: 34-35 34 A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. 35 By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. Let’s go to the Lord in Prayer! Yesterday when I ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 13:3-15

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Life Of Worship

Contributed by Edward Gay on Jan 31, 2004

based on 304 ratings

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This sermon is meant to give guidance to Christians in how to truly live lives that display "Worth-Ship" to God.

I. Introduction A. Background. 1. At the age of 75 Abraham was called by God 2. Read 12:1-4a. The Bible tells us that Abraham was a friend of God 3. Abraham’s journey with the Lord was cyclical, full of spiritual peaks and valleys. In his life, we see… a. Faith – Leaving His father’s household ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2007

based on 8 ratings

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This message is meant to be used as preparation for communion, and looks at what our thoughts should be regarding this special meal.

NEW THINKING FOR A NEW YEAR Setting Our Thoughts Regarding Communion Matthew 26:26-28 While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27 Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-28

Denomination: Baptist

You Bunch Of Christians! Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2004

based on 55 ratings

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The People of Antioch meant it as a derogatory term...but we can wear it as a badge of honor! Powerpoint at website.

You Bunch of Christians! Acts 11:19-30 Antioch was a wicked city…3rd largest in Roman Empire, w/ population of half a million…known for gambling, prostitution, pagan worship. This was a place in the world that the gospel needed to go! We are to be the salt of the earth, and the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

But God

Contributed by Lacy Scott on Aug 24, 2005

based on 156 ratings

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Satan had done so many things to us that are meant for bad, “But God” means it for good!

“BUT, GOD”! Gen 37:22-27 & 50:20 Brothers and sisters, each of us have encountered situations where we just felt like throwing in the towel. We felt like the whole world was against us. We felt like no matter what we did things would turn out bad. We’ve often said to ourselves, “No matter what I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:22-27, Genesis 50:20, Ephesians 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Constant Safeguards Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Sep 15, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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In the acronym of GRACE the C is constant safequards. Safeguards are meant to be devices to protect us from ourselves and others.

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. ¡§Constant Safeguards¡¨ September 18, 2005 Intro: We have been looking at the Shepherd¡¦s Covenant over the last few weeks. This is a covenant that has been established by Focus on the Family and their Pastoral Ministry department. It is meant to give a guideline for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Continuing Story Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 18, 2005

based on 43 ratings

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This message is to encourage the Church to stand up and be the great miracle working body Christ meant for her to be.

THE CONTINUING STORY Acts 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION: A. How many of you read the Left Behind series as they were being published? 1. Millions of people did. (Show books) 2. The publishers had a smash hit and almost guaranteed its continuance by leaving the story at a crossroads one book after ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What's In A Name?

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Sep 30, 2008

based on 3 ratings

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Names meant something in the Bible.What’s in the name of Jesus? There is Salvation, Preservation and Glorification in the name of Jesus.

What’s In A Name? There is one thing in our lives over which we have little control--our names. We were given names by our parents before we even knew who we were. Some of us were named for our parents as in the case of a boy who is named for his father and must go through life carrying the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Straight Highway Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 6, 2010

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The Baptist called for those who heard to prepare a straight highway for the coming Lord. What is meant by that call?

A voice cries: “In the wilderness prepare the way of the LORD; make straight in the desert a highway for our God. Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low; the uneven ground shall become level, and the rough places a plain. And the glory of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Dark The Dark? How Light The Light? Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Apr 30, 2012

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Faith isn't something that is meant to be added to our lives, rather it is meant to shape every area of our lives. There are many things that will threaten to crowd out your faith. But when we try to live with one foot in the world and one foot in God's

How Dark The Dark? How Light The Light? - Matthew 6:22-23 - March 18, 2012 Series: Kingdom Life – A World Turned Upside Down #22 How many of you have seen the movie, “Forrest Gump.” If you have, you’ll remember that the main character is played by actor Tom Hanks and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: *other

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted Series

Contributed by John Petty on Oct 18, 2011

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Persecution against the children of God is meant to accomplish two things... shut them up and shut them down.

Matthew 5: 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Today I want to speak on something that has been going on since the birth of Cain and Able… the persecution of the children of God. It is no coincidence the last Beatitude ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Church Of God

What Can Separate Us From God's Love? Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 22, 2015

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Inspirational Message meant to impart confidence that God's love for the believer is constant and will never be taken away by anyone or anything.

Sermon Starters from the Junior Bible Quiz Fact Pak Quotation Questions What things can separate us from God's love? Romans 8:38,39 For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gates Of Hell Shall Not Prevail Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jan 9, 2025

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Have you ever pondered what Jesus meant by ‘the gates of hell’ shall not prevail against the church?

In Mt. 16:18, Jesus replies to Peter saying, ‘…thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” Have you ever pondered what Jesus meant by ‘the gates of hell’ shall not prevail against the church? This morning I want to examine these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18, Revelation 20:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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