Sermons on Jesus Humility:

How Grace Changes Lives Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 27, 2010

God changes us more and more as we believe the gospel more and more deeply and personally.

Scripture Introduction One of my seminary professors illustrated the challenge of believing and living Biblical truth by saying that we work out our theology and practice on a razor’s edge. The faithful Christian does not walk the fine edge so much as she is always moves back toward ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Calling Of Elisha By Elijah - 1 Kings 19:20

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 4, 2011

Calling of Elisha By Elijah - 1 Kings 19:20 It takes a genuine man of God to recognize another genuine man of God. It takes a real man of God to conquer a man of God. How to spot your successor in the ministry? How to know how to choose your leaders, a

Calling of Elisha By Elijah - 1 Kings 19:20 1 Kings 19:20 Elisha then left his oxen, ran after Elijah, and said, "Let me kiss my father and mother good-bye, and then I will go with you." Elijah answered, "All right, go back. I'm not stopping you!" It takes a genuine man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace For The Gray Areas Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 19, 2012

Several principles of grace and acceptance as we deal with gray areas or matters of conscience.

Grace for the Gray Areas Romans 14:1-9 Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters. 2 One man's faith allows him to eat everything, but another man, whose faith is weak, eats only vegetables. 3 The man who eats everything must not look down on him who does not, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Do We Worship?

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 15, 2024

We worship God because (1) He Commands it, (2) He is worthy of it, and (3) because it is for our own Good.

Why do we worship God? (Topical) 1. God wants us to worship him! Ex. 23:25-26 A. God wants us to worship him because He is worthy (Rev. 4:11). It is just, right, and good that God be worshiped. Reality itself dictates, demands, and expects it; creation worships God apart from humankind (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 10:13

Denomination: Bible Church

Same Three Plays Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 4, 2023

What draws away from God’s best? All of us are following a set of ideas we believe are best for us.

Same Three Plays May 7, 2023 Last week we talked about coming into the light and discovering how much we’re loved. We prayed and confessed together. This week, we are going to talk about the temptation of going back into the dark. In chapter 2, John describes the way the world motivates us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7, Genesis 3:6, 1 John 2:15-17, Psalm 101:3, Psalm 119:36-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 3, 2009

Frank Mead has said, “The best protection one can have from the devil and his schemes is a humble heart. Nowhere is this more apt than when we look into the area of our personal security. James, in his letter deals with this situation – personal securit

THE BOOK OF JAMES LESSONS FOR THE MATERIALIZING CHURCH -- PART 2 James 1:9-11 – TRIALS INTRODUCTION: Frank Mead has said, “The best protection one can have from the devil and his schemes is a humble heart. Nowhere is this more apt than when we look into the area of our personal security. James, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Marks Of A Unified Church Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 23, 2015

Looking at marks of a unified church.

The Church - Unity Ephesians 4:1-6 September 20, 2015 Last week we began a series looking at the universal church and at First Baptist Church all at the same time. I spent a little time talking about what makes a church effective and I concluded we could debate all the extraneous stuff — we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Little Child

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022

Solomon called himself a little child. In this statement he showed both humility and honesty. The truth is, we can all call ourselves little children. And we should!

Why did Solomon compare himself to a little child? 1. He was young 2. He was inexperienced 3. He wanted wisdom and understanding His request for wisdom pleased God, and God gave him that plus so much more. We can also ask for wisdom, and are invited to do so. James 1:5-- “If any of you lack ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Strange Way Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Apr 13, 2010

Relationships and mutual submission is what brings about freedom rather than captivity.

I f you've served in the armed forces you attended a multi-week camp even which was meant to acquaint you with a new way of living your life. This new way of life included, as Sgt. Hulka so elaborately said in the movie Stripes, " I'm gonna teach every last one of you how to eat, sleep, walk, talk, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Unworthy Servant

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 10, 2022

It is a sobering thought that we cannot earn our way to heaven but it is a glorious thought that God's grace can.

“The Unworthy Servant” By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Text – Read Luke 17:7-10 1. This is a very hard text for a lot of people. 2. Christianity is a foreign concept to many. B. Entitlement has become a part of the American character. 1. At first glance some might say the master was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Elements Of Great Faith

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 22, 2008

Look at the conduct of the Syrophonecian woman, which caused Jesus to say, "Great is your faith... Be it unto you..."

NOTE: THanks to Wayne Huntley for the idea for this message - I heard him preach a similar message as a teenager (30 years ago) and it has stayed with me... 22 And behold, a woman of Canaan came from that region and cried out to Him, saying, "Have mercy on me, O Lord, Son of David! My daughter is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28, Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing For Christmas

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 6, 2020

Today's message looks at and answers the question that as we are preparing for Christmas, are we preparing for Jesus.

Preparing for Christmas Luke 3 In our message today, I’d like to address my ending statement from last week’s message on how Satan is trying to steal Christmas. I said that “as we enter into this Christmas season, let’s prepare our hearts the right way so that the true joy of Christmas can fill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:2-18, Isaiah 40:1-5

Denomination: Foursquare

Leadership- Submission Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 12, 2024

This is the 206th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from 1 Timothy.

Series: Action [#206] LEADERSHIP- SUBMISSION 1 Timothy 2:9-15 Introduction: The #1 reason that Pastors do not enjoy preaching through a Book of the Bible is on display today. When preaching a Topical Sermon Series, you can avoid controversial or uncomfortable subjects; but when you preach ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Putting Your Best Foot Forward Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 13, 2009

This message shows us the power of real, unselfish service. It is a concept that has faded from today’s world.

“Putting Your Best Foot Forward” Acts 5: 12-42 One of the things that has happened in our society across the years is that our concept of service has greatly changed. What we have seen is that real service has almost become a thing of the past and has been replaced by convenience. Some of you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Baptist

When Pride Creeps In Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 29, 2018

When Hezekiah was prosperous and successful, he became proud and forget the Source of all his blessings.

The King of Babylon sent envoys to congratulate Hezekiah on his recovery from his illness. • Hezekiah must have felt important. There is something gratifying to have people from faraway places showing interest in you. • So Hezekiah pay attention to them and showed them all his treasures – from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 20:12-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible