Sermons on Live Expecting His Return:

Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 1, 2024

This New Year's message teaches the importance of a God-given vision. When our hearts are filled with divine purpose, we are strengthened to resist temptation and live meaningful, productive lives.

Intro Our primary text is Proverbs 29:18: “Where there is no revelation, people cast off restraint; but blessed is the one who heeds wisdom’s instruction (NIV)”i The KJV says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he.” Both versions are instructive. The ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 12:1-4, 1 Samuel 16:13, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Nehemiah 6:3-4, Luke 16:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Principles Of Christian Living

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the basic principles of the christian life.

PRINCIPLES OF CHRISTIAN LIVING OUTLINE 1.PRAYER 2.PIETY 3.PATIENCE 4.PEACE 5.PERFORMANCE 6.PROMISE 7.PASSION THE MESSAGE PRINCIPLES OF CHRISTIAN LIVING 1.PRAYER I Thesselonians 5;17 Prayer is a fundamental exercise in the life of a Christian. The Bible says ’ pray without ceasing ’. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Living Hope

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: What we hope for affects the way we live.

Thesis: What we hope for affects the way we live. Intro.: 1. We live in a world of dashed hopes, a place of shattered dreams. a. Peace --> WW 1 = "war to end all wars." b. Society --> FDR "New Deal"; LBJ "Great Society"; MLK "Dream." c. Personal --> Family, job, health. 2. For the Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12

Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 6, 2022

(1) A Statement of How to give thanks (Psalm 100:1-2), (2) An Explanation of Why God’s people must give thanks (Psalm 100:3), and (3) An invitation to Whom should we give Thanks (Psalm 100:4-5)

Psalm 100:1-5. [1] Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth! [2] Serve the LORD with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! [3] Know that the LORD, he is God! It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. [4] Enter his gates with thanksgiving, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Other

Living God's Way

Contributed by John Quigley on Aug 14, 2012

Living in accord with God's commandments not mans rules.

"You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Our Covenant For Life: The Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 18, 2024

Encourages us to follow Jesus' example, striving for godly character and living in community, as we journey on the path of discipleship.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather, not as strangers, but as a family united under the banner of Christ's love. We are here not because we are perfect, but because we are loved by a perfect God. We are here to seek His face, to learn His ways, and to grow in His likeness. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Topics: Living, Jesus

The Gift Of Now PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores the wisdom of Ecclesiastes, emphasizing the importance of understanding life's seasons and trusting in God's perfect timing.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy to gather here in the house of the Lord, united in faith, love, and hope. We stand on the threshold of a new day, a new week, a new opportunity to experience the unfathomable richness of God's grace. And in this sacred space, we are invited to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Topics: Living For God

He's Coming Back Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 29, 2020

Are you ready for Jesus to return? Do you want Him to return? It's important for us all to live like He'd return today... because one day you'll be right. He'll return.

Several years ago Johnny Carson had Billy Graham as a guest on his show. At one point in the conversation and Johnny said, "You know what Billy, I bet if Jesus ever came back to earth, we'd do him in again!" Graham leaned forward in his seat, and said, “In the Bible we read that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Living Hope Of Easter

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Apr 6, 2016

Hollow Hope or Living Hope? Where do you find your hope? Are you hoping to fill up on something that will leave you empty? Or are you filling up on the empty tomb that brings powerful, living and lasting hope?

1 Peter 1:3,4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade-- kept in heaven for you What did you hope ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Can These Bones Live?

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

revival

Ezekiel 37:1-14 3 Can these bones live? The Prophetical interpretation is to the Nation of Israel. 11, “… these bones are the whole house of Israel.” I. The Problem Disclosed - 1 The hand of the LORD was upon me, and carried me out in the spirit of the LORD, and set me down in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

We Rest In His Peace

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 28, 2023

On that first Easter a lot of things happened on that day, but it wasn't until after the resurrection that Jesus could finally say Peace be unto you.

We Rest in His Peace Isaiah 53:5-7 | John 20:19-21 (5) But he [was] wounded for our transgressions, [he was] bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace [was] upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. (6) All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5-7, John 20:19-21

Living Debt Free Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 2, 2005

How is your debt ratio with God? Do you walk around feeling the weight of your sin, past present and future, around you neck? Learn what it means to live a guilt free - debt free life.

Americans are racking up credit card debt at a record pace. Now, don’t worry, this isn’t a message about being a good steward and owing no man or anything like that. But while our financial debt soars, no one talks much about the spiritual debt we owe to God. I know for myself - every time I ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Living In Your Skin Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Mar 14, 2020

Are you comfortable living in the skin that you are in? I ask you that question because, just recently, I found myself asking that exact same question.

Introduction: Are you comfortable living in the skin that you are in? I ask you that question because, just recently, I found myself asking that exact same question. My situation was I found myself sitting in this vast waiting room with a bunch of other people waiting to see my oncologist for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Living On The Hill With God

Contributed by James May on Jan 26, 2003

What kind of life does it take for us to tabernacle with God in High Places?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5, Psalm 91:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Enjoying The Fruit Of His Labor Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 20, 2010

Joseph waiting a long time for God to change his circumstances, but the wait was worth it. In this lesson we explore the question of how Joseph kept the time of abundance from destroying him and his relationship with God.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a newspaper reporter who was interviewing an old rancher and asked him this question: “To what do you attribute your success as a rancher?” 1. With a twinkle in his eye, the old rancher replied, “It’s been about 50 percent weather, 50 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:41-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ