Sermons on Lame Sacrifices:

War . . . Or Peace With God? Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 6, 2021

What is the current state of believers in relationship to God? Are we in need of somehow doing penance in order to atone for our sins, make ourselves right with God. The book of Romans has an answer to those who would say yes.

Jeanie and I recently watched the 2013 movie Philomena via Netflix at home. It’s based on the book The Lost Child of Philomena Lee by Martin Sixsmith. It is the true story of a 19-year-old Irish woman who became pregnant out of wedlock in 1951, was disowned by her father and went to live in an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2, 1 Timothy 2:5, John 14:6, John 19:30, Romans 1:18, Romans 3:23-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Bible Church

Living In The Last Days In The Power Of God’s Transformation – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 5, 2023

A seminar message based mainly on Romans 12:1-2. This considers transformation and resultant worship. All Christians are falling short if the truth of these two verses is not being taken seriously. We need transformation in individuals and churches.

LIVING IN THE LAST DAYS IN THE POWER OF GOD’S TRANSFORMATION – PART 1 This is a night message presented in Boston, England, a longer one. However for the purposes of length on SermonCentral, I have split the message into two parts. This is PART 1. [A]. THE WORLD’S WAY, BUT NOT OUR LIFE We ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:10-14, Romans 12:1-2, Luke 9:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Priorities - Following Jesus Without Reserve - Matthew 19.1-30 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 2, 2025

TRUE DISCIPLESHIP REQUIRES WHOLEHEARTED SURRENDER to GOD's design, childlike faith, and a willingness to give up anything that hinders full devotion to CHRIST. Topics: Marriage and divorce, Values, Loyalty to JESUS and Trusting GOD's reward for sacrifice made in HIS Name.

2025.08.03. Sermon Notes. Kingdom Priorities - Following JESUS without Reserve-Matthew 19.1-30 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURE: Matthew 19:1-30, Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 2:23-24, Deuteronomy 24:1, Ephesians 2:8-10, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 1:9-11 BIG IDEA: True discipleship requires ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:1-30, Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 2:23-24, Deuteronomy 24:1, Ephesians 2:8-10, Philippians 1:6, Philippians 1:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hosea. The Prophet Of The Merciful And Loving God. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 7, 2025

Israel, sinful and twisted and its thinking and does God sit back and let it happen, as always, he challenges the nations thinking and drags his beloved adulterous wife back from the abys.

Hosea. Prophet of the merciful and loving God. 1. Historical Context The Book of Hosea is one of the books of twelve minor prophets in the Old Testament. It is traditionally attributed to Hosea, a prophet active in the Northern Kingdom of Israel. Last week Rhys mentioned that Amos, who lived at ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:2, Hosea 5:1-7, Hosea 6:1-6, Matthew 9:10-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Galatians 3 - What Happened To Your Sanity? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 15, 2022

Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, grace and Jesus’ sacrifice as not necessary and deceived into thinking you can get to heaven on your own good works?

Video transition: I am a Christian Series: Galatians Thesis: Have you lost your mind, gone crazy, become stupid or are you hexed by a demon into thinking your works are what saved you? Are you slapping away faith, grace and Jesus’ sacrifice as not necessary and deceived into thinking you can get to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-25, Galatians 1:6-24, Ephesians 2:8-9, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have Loved You! Malachi Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 16, 2005

I have loved you so why do you bring defective sacrifices to my altar and think that I don’t mind! Why do you turn your nose at me and say serving me is such a burden and such a hassle? Do you not know that I am the Great and Mighty One?

“I have loved you!” Malachi Part 1 Thesis: I have loved you so why do you bring defective sacrifices to my altar and think that I don’t mind! Why do you turn your nose at me and say serving me is such a burden and such a hassle? Do you not know that I am the Great and Mighty One? Video ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian Life Evidence Not Mystery

Contributed by John Baggett on Jul 12, 2003

VBS detective theme Important evidences believers have if truly a Christian. I realize the # of evidences are too lengthy for 1 sermon I choose 3 we could benefit from. Faith that produces works. Love that produces sacrifice. Dicipleship that continue

The Christian Life EVIDENCE not MYSTERY As you look around you today you might feel as though you just stepped off a plane that landed in London. You might see a replica of Big Ben that famous tall clock or you might spy the scenery of a street side cafe similar to what one would expect to see in ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-17, 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Priesthood

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 6, 2002

Only the priests in Israel were qualified to make the sacrifices required from those who approached God. The New Testament teaching that every believer is a priest (1 Peter 2:9) makes these chapters dealing with Israel’s priesthood especially significant.

THE PRIESTHOOD EXODUS 28–30 “I will consecrate… Aaron and his sons to serve Me as priests” (Ex. 29:44). Only the priests in Israel were qualified to make the sacrifices required from those who approached God. The New Testament teaching that every believer is a priest (1 Peter 2:9) makes these ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Give Life And You Get It More! Series

Contributed by Paul Kallan on Feb 1, 2003

We are called to remember that beyond the demands that we make, battles we fight, our urge to retaliate and the violence we offer, the gospel (Lk.2.22-32) calls us to self-giving, commitment and self-sacrifice for the happiness and wellbeing of the other.

The german newspaper „Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung“ carried on 29. January 2003 an article on Mr. George W. Bush, the President of USA. I was really surprised to find out that he is a very active member of the United Methodist Church. It seems, every day he begins the work in the White House with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-32

Denomination: Catholic

The Half Has Not Been Told Of The Cross (Sermon Two) Series

Contributed by Toby Powers on Dec 27, 2008

If a thousand books were written, and a billion sermons preached on the cross of our Lord, the half would never be told. We take of the cup and the bread, and as often as we do, we do it in remembrance of our Lord and his sacrifice for us. The preaching o

From The Desk Of Pastor Toby Powers Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA www.trumpetoftruthonline.org THE HALF HAS NOT BEEN TOLD “The Cross” I Kings 10:7, Matt 12:42 Intro: Our text tells of the time when the Queen of Sheba comes to Jerusalem to meet Solomon. She says that even with all the stories she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 10:7

Denomination: Baptist

Act Justly Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 16, 2009

God had given his people explicit instructions as to how to conduct themselves. First God’s people were to love him and second they were to love others. The prophet Micah points out that sacrifice is pointless unless it is supported with obedience. What

“What God Desires” Micah 6:8 Intro: Reviewing the headlines of the past few months we cannot ignore what we read. Child dies after months of abuse Taxi Driver Murdered in City Finance Company Execs get fat, while Investors Lose Fortunes World Wide Shortage of Credit War Breaks out In ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice, For Today Is The Day Of Salvation!

Contributed by David Richardson on Jul 14, 2005

At just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. The sacrifice of Jesus enables God to once more look upon man and to hold out His heart and hands to man and say "Come, now is the day of salvation."

Title: Rejoice, for Today is the Day of Salvation! Scripture: Romans 5:1-8 5:1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8, 2 Corinthians 6:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Herod - The King Who Couldn't Kill Jesus Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Apr 1, 2009

Lent 6 Mid-week: Herod’s treachery, brutality and paranoia showed itself in the taking of many lives. This kind of evil drives some very difficult questions. These find their answer in Jesus, whose love, suffering and sacrifice gave live to many.

During the mid-week Lenten worship services, we’ve spent our time considering the earthly kings who served as leaders of Israel. It’s been a pretty motley crew – hasn’t it? Life at the top of the food chain during the history of God’s people has not been much different from what we find at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Will They Find Us Faithful?

Contributed by Paul Davidson on Feb 8, 2014

Will those who come after us find us faithful? We gain courage and resolution by remembering the lives and sacrifices of those who came before us. We must remember the fallen, resolve to be found faithful, and reflect on the finisher of our faith.

WILL THEY FIND US FAITHFUL? Hebrews 11:1-12:4 (Bible quotes are from NKJV) INTRODUCTION As I was preparing the sermon for this Memorial Day weekend service, I decided to do a little research regarding this particular holiday. Let’s take a quick Memorial Day quiz to see how much you know about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14, 1 Corinthians 9:26-27, 1 Peter 4:12-13, James 1:2-4, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Threading A Camel Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 28, 2010

If you want to be rich in the things that really count, don’t rely on yourself; rely on the Lord. Simply believe in the Savior and don’t boast about your sacrifices. Then you will not only inherit eternal life, you will be first in God’s Kingdom.

Many years ago, a very wealthy man invited Pastor George A. Truett to a dinner on his Texas ranch. After the meal, he took his pastor to a place where they had a good view of the surrounding area. The rich man pointed north to the oil wells punctuating the landscape and boasted, “25 years ago, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free