Sermons on King Of An Army Of Locusts:

Rejecting And Forgetting God As King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To highlight the importance of recognizing and honoring God as our ultimate King, using the example of the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, and the consequences that followed.

Good morning, church family! I hope you're all safe and well. Today, we're going to delve into a critical moment in Israel's history when they rejected God as their King and demanded a human king. We'll be focusing on 1 Samuel 8, where we see the Israelites' rejection of God's kingship, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:6-9

Topics: New King, Israel

Advent 1: Jesus The King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2023

This sermon explores the divine announcement of Jesus' birth in Luke 1:26-38, emphasizing the hope and certainty His coming brings in a chaotic and unpredictable world. Key

Good morning, family of faith. It's a joy to stand before you today, not because of any merit of my own, but because of the glorious privilege we all share - the privilege to gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to honor Him, to learn from His Word, and to grow in our understanding of His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Titles Of Jesus, Incarnation

Advent 1: Jesus The King PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 6, 2023

This sermon explores God's extraordinary work in the ordinary, focusing on the announcement, arrival, and assignment of Jesus as depicted in Luke 1:26-38.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be standing before you today, not as a speaker, but as a fellow traveler on this road we call faith. We gather here not because we have all the answers, but because we are all seekers, yearning to understand the mysteries of God's love and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Incarnation

1 Chronicles Nasb Part 1

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 1, 2024

9 chapters of genealogies, retelling of the history of Israel from a different viewpoint

This book focuses on the reign of King David, 1011-971 BC, in Israel, Judah. It repeats many of the events of 2 Samuel but it's written more from a priestly perspective and likely written after the period of exile to encourage the people returning from exile. (c/o Self-guided tour of the Bible ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

"Veterans Of The Kingdom Of God: Spirit Led, Kingdom Focused

Contributed by Michael Molenaar on Nov 8, 2011

Veterans Day Sermon

I Corinthians 2:6-16 “Veterans of the Kingdom of God: Spirit Led, Kingdom Focused” Last Friday was Veterans Day and today, we are celebrating the veterans who have a connection with people from our congregation. Veterans are men and women who have been called to protect our nation. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

William Booth's 11 Discipleship Questions To Challenge Yourself To Grow

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 5, 2021

Questions are excellent. Our savior Jesus of course so often asked people questions. Someone would come to Him and ask him a question, and Jesus would reply by asking them a question.

Questions are excellent. Our savior Jesus of course so often asked people questions. Someone would come to Him and ask him a question, and Jesus would reply by asking them a question. Questions help us to reflect on our own presuppositions, those things we believe and think without even fully ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, 1 John 3:6-8, Romans 8:5-6, Matthew 12:36, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Soldiers, Hardened And Free!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Jun 18, 2016

Te Christian Soldiers of all churches are only a minority group but they have the status of a Soldier because they are willing to march out there in their neighborhoods, as Jesus did to love the unlovely, to heal the wounded, and to preach the gospel.

Soldiers, Hardened and Free! Capt. Kelly Durant 2 Tim 2:1-4 2:1 Thou therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2 And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also. 3 Thou ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Salvation Army

Saul's Failure Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Apr 3, 2003

Saul’s mistake was that he was more worried about his success than God’s glory. God became for him a means to an end, rather than an end in himself. So this is both warning and a challenge to us. Make sure that God is at the centre of our focus in everyth

On the surface, the story of Saul’s life is one of wars against his enemies, mostly victorious. But that’s just the setting for a much more significant drama that unfolds as his life as king progresses, a drama that involves his relationship with the God of Israel. It’s ironic that as the story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

The Secret Of Spiritual Strength

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 6, 2017

2 Chron. 16:9 gives a critical requirement for God's willingness to intervene: our full heart-commitment. King Asa is God's example for having it -- and NOT having it. The outcomes are striking and should make us sit up and take notice.

THE SECRET OF SPIRITUAL STRENGTH 2 Chron. 16:9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HE’LL BE THERE WAITING 1. A preacher who had suffered extremely strained relations with his congregation was finally appointed chaplain at the state prison. 2. Excited to be rid of him, the people of the congregation came ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Stand In Awe

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 27, 2013

Without a proper understanding of Jesus as King we miss one of the most exciting elements of who Jesus is. It's an understanding that can change your life.

“I Stand in Awe” Malachi 4:1-6; 2 Thess. 1:5-12 Sometimes it is difficult for us to identify with biblical and theological concepts. For example, since we are unfamiliar with the nature and functions of a king, it is hard to get excited about Jesus as King. Yet without a proper ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Concrete Jesus

Contributed by Rick Edwards on Aug 31, 2010

This sermon reminds us what Jesus means our life today.

Concrete Jesus by Rick Edwards Psalm 116:1-2 Power point available upon request I love excitement…for the most part I think most people do. Now I know not everyone likes riding motorcycles though for the life of me I can’t figure why they don’t… anyway I recently went on a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:1-2

Denomination: Christian Church

Will You Dethrone Him? Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 1, 2022

William Barclay wrote, “There is no escape from a personal decision in regard to Jesus; we must ourselves decide what we will do with him, accept him or reject him.”

What Will You Do With Jesus? Will You Dethrone Him? John 19:1-22 Introduction William Barclay wrote, “There is no escape from a personal decision in regard to Jesus; we must ourselves decide what we will do with him, accept him or reject him.” What will you do with Jesus? As we have explored ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thank God For The Monarchy Of Our Merciful King Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 16, 2020

King Jesus will do away with all power and authority. Thank God!

November 22, 2020 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 20 But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead, the firstfruits of those who have fallen asleep. 21 For since death came by a man, the resurrection of the dead also is going to come by a man. 22 For as in Adam they all die, so also in Christ they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Visit Of The Wisemen Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 15, 2017

The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing that Herod did not want was competition. When these wise men showed up in Jerusalem, it created quite a stir and Herod had his curiosity peaked.

-4 BC- Jerusalem and Bethlehem Visit of the Wisemen (Numbers 24:17) Matthew 2:1-12 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem. (Matthew 2:1) The wise men came to Jerusalem during the time when Herod was king. One thing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Christmas Star Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 17, 2017

The star of Betleham shown were all could see it. Christians are called to be like the Christmas star, sharing the light of Christmas before Christ's enemies, all their community and to all Kingdom seekers.

Being A Christmas Star Perhaps the best known symbol of this season is the star of Bethlehem. It is common for Christmas trees to be crowned with a star on the top, with lights which shine like stars wonderfully scattered all about. The star is often an important symbol of the Christmas ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational