Sermons on Lays Down His Life:

The Victorious Life

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 28, 2006

I. A victorious Christian apprehends his righteousness II. A victorious Christian accepts his resources III. A victorious Christian appropriates his relationship

The Victorious Life Ephesians 1:1-6 Far too many Christians are living below where they ought to be. The biggest reason for this is simply they have never discovered who they are in Christ. In Ephesians, Paul tells who we are in Christ in chapter 1; in chapters 2 and 3 he informs us of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Saying 'yes' To Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 19, 2010

Saying ‘Yes’ to life basically boils down to asking, “What can I do with the life God has given me?” And then, living into it!!!

Hebrews 11:29-12:2 “Saying ‘Yes’ to Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN An author writes, “When my oldest son, Nathan, was a teenager, he told me that he had decided to become a stockbroker, a millionaire by age 30, and ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Resurrection And The Life

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 31, 2020

Jesus demonstrates the reality and scope of his resurrection power.

March 29, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Romans 8:6-11; John 11:1-45 The Resurrection and the Life Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Former baseball coach for the New York Yankees, Yogi Berra, once said, “In ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45, Romans 8:6-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Caught Up In The Spirit Set Down In The Valley

Contributed by David Dailey on Feb 26, 2001

God’s word brings life to hopeless situations

Caught Up In the Spirit - Set Down In the Valley Ezekiel 37:1-10 This is our text today. I’m not going to write the whole text. You can read it for yourself. Verse 1 says, And the hand of the Lord was upon me and carried me out in the Spirit of the Lord. Ezekiel was caught up in the spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In His Fullness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025

Walking in His fullness is a journey of intimacy with God, submission to His will, and living in the power of His Word and Spirit.

WALKING IN HIS FULLNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 3:19 – "And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fullness of God." Supporting Texts: Colossians 2:9-10 John 1:16 Romans 8:9-11 2 Peter 1:3-4 John ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:19, Colossians 2:9-10, John 1:16, Romans 8:9-11, 2 Peter 1:3-4, John 14:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 3, 2010

Jesus is the Good Shepherd because he laid down his life to save the sheep. He led and leads the sheep to life not to slaughter. He guards and protects His sheep because He loves them.

“I am the Good Shepherd” “I am” Series I would like to take a few moments to congratulate our graduates today and share a few thoughts with them to keep in mind as they enter this next phase of their journey in life. Opening Illustration and thoughts which are focused to the 2010 graduates: IF ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Place At His Feet Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 13, 2020

The journey from Moab had been difficult and filled with uncertainty. However, Bethlehem offered great favor and abundance for Ruth and Naomi. Ruth has prepared for a meeting that would changer her life forever. She would have a meeting with one able to redeem.

A Place at His Feet Ruth 3: 7-18 It is impossible to fully understand the emotion and anxiety Ruth must’ve felt at this moment in her life. She had left the devastation of Moab, in search of a new beginning, in a strange and foreign land. We can only imagine what she might have thought in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Restoring Relationships - Breaking Down Barriers Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 17, 2005

Broken relationships are among the Christians thorniest problems - yet relationships are so vital to our life as a believer. Paul gives us some good ways to help break down barriers we put up between ourselves and restore broken relationships through the

Relationships - they are among the most important things we have as humans. Studies have shown that if newborn babies are not touched - if they don’t have some sort of a relationship with another human - they will literally die. Our need for relationships never stops. A recent study among ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Paradox Of The Gospel

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Aug 28, 2011

The inherent paradox in scripture and Christian life

Exodus 3:1-15 Romans 12:9-21 Matthew 16:21-28 Which came first, the chicken or the egg? This is probably the best known paradox of all time. Here are some more light-hearted paradoxes are that you might like to consider: Computer security Political science Tight slacks Definite maybe Pretty ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living & Active (Consumed By His Word) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 29, 2023

Understand the importance of God's Word in our lives, how it is living and active, and how we should consume it and let it consume us.

Today, we're gonna chat about this book right here - the Bible. But it's not just any book. It's alive, it's active, and it's got the power to change your life. Let's dive in! You know, Psalm 119:89-97 tells us that God's Word is like a rock - it's solid, it's unchanging, and it's been around ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89-97, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Topics: Biblical Teachings, Divine Connection, Spiritual Growth, Prayer Life

God's Designed Purpose For His People Series

Contributed by Patrick Sherman on Jan 28, 2005

Live Life to the Glory of God and You will have a Fulfilling Life.

Ezek 24:24 24 Thus Ezekiel is unto you a sign: according to all that he hath done shall ye do: and when this cometh, ye shall know that I am the Lord GOD. KJV A sign: something material or external that stands for or signifies (points toward) something spiritual. God stated in the text, (Ezekiel ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Shatters The "Us” And "Them” Mentality Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005

Part 2 of 8 on Jesus, with this one dealing with Jesus breaking down walls between people.

JESUS SHATTERS THE “US” AND “THEM” MENTALITY TEXT: Luke 18: 1-14 Sunday, February 24, 2002 We continue our series on “Celebrate Jesus,” and someone suggested that it looked awfully cheerful for a Lenten series. Aren’t we supposed to be repentant, aren’t we supposed to be a little darkened, ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Psalm 29 - He Rides Upon The Storm Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 15, 2019

All the saints and people of God are princes and kings; and may be said to be mighty, especially those who are strong in faith; and these are those who give the most glory to God

July 7, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 29 (KJV) Title: He Rides upon the Storm A psalm of David. Psalm 29 (KJV) 1 Give unto the LORD, O ye mighty, give unto the LORD glory and strength. 2 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. 3 The voice of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Storms Of Life

Contributed by Monte Brown on Oct 10, 2012

Perhaps the most difficult thing to do in life is to thank God in difficult times, when the Storms of Life comes pounding down, however Ephesians 5:20 says we are to be "giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord J

Introduction Perhaps the most difficult thing to do in life is to thank God in difficult times, when the Storms of Life comes pounding down, however Ephesians 5:20 says we are to be "giving thanks always for all things unto God and the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ." Scripture 17 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Persevere In Faith, Be Focused On His Promise

Contributed by Rev Silvester David on Jul 2, 2025

We have many challenges laid before us in life. Isaac is a classic example of preserving in faith in the midst of all challenges and oppositions in life.

Our journey of faith is filled with many obstacles and challenges. When the challenges are caused by nature or sickness or any other natural cause we will somehow swim through the challenges. But when the challenges are raised by people, that is when most of us call it a quit by backing of from ...read more