Sermons on Knowing The Son:

I Wanted To Be The King Series

Contributed by Ben Thomas on Nov 20, 2008

There was a need of leadership and many trees desired and boast that they are the candidate. But God has a better plan about the leadership

One day the trees went out to anoint a king for themselves. They said to the olive tree, ‘Be our king.’ 9 “But the olive tree answered, ‘Should I give up my oil, by which both gods and men are honored, to hold sway over the trees?’ 10 “Next, the trees said to the fig tree, ‘Come and be our ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:7-15

Denomination: Church Of God

How Can I Help My Church? Series

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Nov 24, 2008

Today from this passage in the book of 1 Peter we want to take this passage and apply it to a larger theme of servant-hood, and answer the question “How can I help my Church?” this is a message on serving.

How can I help My Church? 1 Peter 5:1-4 Introduction What do you call a chicken crossing the road? Poultry in motion. What do you call a boomerang that doesn’t work? A stick. Where do you find a dog with no legs? Right where you left him. What do you call cheese that isn’t yours? Nacho ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Really Get To Know God? Series

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jun 16, 2008

Whether you made a commitment years ago or have yet to accept Him into your life, there always remains much more to learn about His nature and ways.

How Can I Really Get to Know God? : Hosea 6:6 Introduction: Did you know that God wants to show you more of Himself everyday? Are you seeking after God with all your strength? Does your time with the Lord reenergize you or does it feel more like a ritualistic experience? Repeatedly in Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Philippians-Confidence

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Aug 28, 2017

Our confidence is found in Jesus.

Title: Philippians-Confidence Place: BLCC Date: 7/23/17 Text: Philippians 3.1-11 CT: Our confidence is found in Jesus. [Screen 1] FAS: Writing in The Harvard Business Review, Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic, a CEO and business professor, had some surprising conclusions about self-confidence and leadership. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Awesome Attributes Of God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Sep 9, 2019

What attributes of God that give you great comfort and motivate you to reject sin?

Think of a person you like – whether he/she is alive or not. Why do you like him or her? What are the characteristics that usually made you like or admire a person? And why do you prefer that kind of qualities/characteristics? Now, let’s direct our attention on at least three attributes of God. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Psalm 103:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

After The Parade Passes By

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 2, 2020

Knowing the truth of the gospel of Jesus is not the same as DOING the truth.

After The Parade Passes By Matthew 21: 1 - 11 Intro: On March 1, 1962 the largest ticker-tape parade ever given in New York City took place. It was for astronaut John Glenn after he became the first American to orbit earth in a spacecraft. After the parade, the sanitation department of New York ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

By Their Fruit We Shall Know Them PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023

Emphasizes the importance of choosing the narrow, challenging path of true belief, bearing good fruits, and being wary of false prophets, as guided by Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I bet you've all heard the saying, "The road less traveled is often the most rewarding." It calls to mind a sense of challenge, doesn't it? A call to venture beyond the ordinary, to embrace the difficult for the sake of the extraordinary. This concept isn't new ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-21

Topics: Fruit, Know Them

God Uniquely Designed You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

Explores the profound truth of God's intentional creation, overwhelming love for us, and the divine purpose He has for each of our lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering. As we gather in fellowship today, we stand on the precipice of uncovering a profound truth that reverberates through the ages and echoes in the chambers of our hearts. This truth, my dear friends, is nothing less than the divine design of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-18, Psalm 119:73, Ephesians 2:10

Topics: Knowing God, Identity

How Do We Compete In Today's World? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

To explore the empowering and transformative power of knowing Christ, living in that knowledge, and navigating life's challenges with Him by our side.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we're diving deep into one of the most empowering and affirming scriptures in the Bible. We're going to talk about the extraordinary power that comes from knowing Christ, living in the reality of this profound knowledge, and how to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:37

Topics: Reality, Knowing Christ

That You May Know: Part 2

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

God's love sets us free.

"That You May Know: II" 1 John 5:18-21 Bobby grew up in a dysfunctional home. He saw things take place in his home while he was growing up that no child should ever see. Because of the decisions of his parents, chaos filled every corner of the home and drained any hope of stability or sanity ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Noah Vs. The Bottle

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 22, 2002

A reflection on drunkeness and the story of Noah

NOAH VS. THE BOTTLE GENESIS 9:18-29 INTRODUCTION… “How should drunk drivers be treated?” Adapted from an Ann Landers Column, Nov, 1986, News Group, Chicago The Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association put out some interesting facts that you might want to share with your readers. It tells how ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jan 26, 2002

Two attitudes displayed in two sons, that kept each of them from receiving the joy God intended for them.

In 1884 a young man died, and after the funeral his grieving parents decided to establish a memorial to him. With that in mind they met with Charles Eliot, president of Harvard University. Eliot received the unpretentious couple into his office and asked what he could do. After they expressed their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:11-15

Denomination: Other

The "Lost' Parables

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 24, 2005

Why did the Pharisees receive these parables from Jesus? Because they did not rejoice over the lost being found.

THE “LOST” PARABLES Luke 15:1-32 Key Verse and Theme: “But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” (Luke 15:32) 1. Who was Jesus addressing? A. The tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Prodigal Father: A Parable Of Extravagant Love Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Apr 21, 2002

“Prodigal” means extravagant, lavish, unrestrained, and even to the point of being what some would consider being wasteful. Watch the father in this story. It was the father who threw himself into the prodigal land of extravagance and unrestrained love fo

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: In Luke 15, Luke gives a series of three parables in response to the criticism of the scribes and Pharisees that Jesus received unbelieving people and even ate with them. Evidently, His love and vulnerability attracted lost people from all classes and lifestyles. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Thanksgiving's Empty Chair

Contributed by Mark Otero on Jan 13, 2003

The irony of thanksgiving is sometimes those closest to the Father’s blessings can become the least thankful. The Prodigal’s brother demonstrates this reality by his words and actions.

Thanksgiving’s Empty Chair Luke 15: 25 - 32 INTRODUCE A woman was visiting some people who lived on a farm, and she noticed a pig limping in the backyard with a wooden leg. She asked the farmer, "What happened to the pig?" The farmer said, "Oh, Betsy is a wonderful pig. One night the house ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Holiness