Sermons on Living Cells:

Are You Foolish?

Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Jan 6, 2015

No matter your status, as long as you are called by His name or you are a member of His vineyard, Matt 7:21-27 calls you a fool if you meddle your will with the Father's will or you have retained your old identity in following Him.

In the part of the world where I came from, it is insulting to direct such a question at an individual. The truth is that our response to any statement goes beyond the surface meaning. And in this case, we believe that before you could direct such a question at an individual, you have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Birth Of Christ (Account Of Luke) Series

Contributed by Jun Evangelista on Dec 7, 2014

A critical mind will certainly seek evidence about the nativity story i.e. if it is fictional or true to life event. Fortunately, historical event base on Rome’s history supported the nativity as a non-fiction.

The Birth of Christ According to the Gospel Accounts Matthew and Luke The Birth of Christ in the Account of Luke Luke 2:1-20 I. The possible anachronism? 2:1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2(This was the first census that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Sees You, Not Only As What You Are, But As What You Are Becoming

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 14, 2019

When Jesus met Simon, he named him "Peter", or "Rock", even though Peter's character at that time was decidedly un-rocklike. But Jesus saw what he would become, just as he sees as, not only as we are but as what we will become in Him.

The first thing we notice in these seven verses is the number of references to stones. Living stones. Precious stones. Corner stones. Stones that are chosen by God but rejected by men. A stone that causes people to stumble and fall. Now, think about that for a moment. Why would that be? Why would ...read more

Scripture: John 1:40-42, 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

For Better Or Worse

Contributed by Ed Lu on Aug 10, 2019

The Gospel of Jesus Christ is the blueprint of God the Father given to His children as instructions to live purposefully, meaningfully, and productively for His everlasting glory of which we will be part of in His eternal kingdom.

For Better or Worse? (1 Cor. 11:17-34) Since the beginning of July, we have been following a series called Living in God’s Great Plan. Although aimed at construction of building, teaching was on living faithfully, obediently, and courageously. If we are to live in a great plan, we need to know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Baptist

Living And Giving That Pleases God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jul 1, 2020

. It is possible to be sincere about what you are doing, and what you are doing be right, but the way be wrong in the sight of God.

In just about everything we do in life, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. The other day I was called to bail out a man from jail. My advice to him was, “The principle for which you acted was right, but the way you did it was wrong.” I will be the first to admit I have acted for some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:23, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Baptist

Shed Some Light On Your Account

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 28, 2019

This is the 16th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#16] SHED SOME LIGHT ON YOUR ACCOUNT Ephesians 5:8-14 Introduction: We have been in our series in Ephesians for 16 weeks today. This series has been focused on the fact that we are spiritually rich through Jesus Christ. Today is a day focused on the celebration of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Eyes Like Jesus

Contributed by Jack Russell on Mar 24, 2020

Like Jesus, Lazarus would die and rise again. Jesus knew the reason for his sickness, and he knew the outcome. But still, he wept. Why?

Eyes of Jesus In one of her short stories, writer Annie Dillard has a scene in which a family is sadly gathered at a grave to commit a loved one's body to the earth. At one point, the minister reads the familiar words from I Corinthians 15, "Where, O Death, is thy sting?" Upon ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thanksgiving Through Thanks-Living

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 10, 2021

Our benefits and blessings are so great, and our ability to express our gratitude so inadequate, that we sometimes question if we are really thankful at all.

Sir, Michael Costa, a famous composer and conductor from Naples, was once rehearsing with a vast array of instruments, and hundreds of voices. With the thunder of the organ; the role of the drums; the sounding of the horns, and the clashing of the symbols, the mighty chorus rang out. The piccolo ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

What Will Be Your Legacy? (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

Sometimes we Christians sit around and talk about some unusual things that have happened in church services.

Illus: Dr. Odell Belger was preaching a graduation sermon for a Christian School in York, South Carolina. Dr. Wayne Smith is the pastor of this great church. They held the graduation in the gymnasium to hold the large crowd that came out for this special event. When Dr. Belger got about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Gratitude As A Character Trait

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 12, 2021

Gratitude is not just a simple "Thank You." It's a character trait that should be a vital part of our everyday life.

We have just finished up with our Easter season. During Holy Week, we reflected on all that Jesus did for us. And we can’t help but to go away with gratitude, being thankful for Jesus doing so much for us. So, I thought I would look into the book of 1 Thessalonians and see what the Bible and the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

We Know Love

Contributed by Larry Grant on Feb 13, 2022

We must not let the world define how we Love and who we Love! Jesus said, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends...” John tells us that We have heard this same message from the beginning... Love One Another

1 John 3:11-16 (NKJV) “We Know Love” I. We KNOW because we LOVE We must not let the world define how we Love and who we Love! Because Jesus said, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends...” John tells us that We have heard this same message. We are not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Better Way Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jan 24, 2023

You can try to live the life on your own, you can try to serve the Lord in your own strength and wisdom, but Jesus came to show a better way, a living way and it comes from above, it comes from Him.

Most of us are familiar with the terms Baby boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Gen Z. All of these generations have a different way of looking at life and the world. Each has different priorities and set of values, and each thinks theirs’ is the best way to live and make sense of this world. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

How can you tell if a Christian is exercising this living hope? They will be expecting good to come out of all circumstances. They will be focusing on the best and not the worst. They will seeking for ways to do instead of grumbling about what can't be done.

Billy Graham in his book Hope For The Troubled Heart tells the story of the lone survivor of a shipwreck who was marooned on an uninhabited island. He managed to build a hut in which he put everything he had saved from the wreck. He prayed to God for rescue as he daily scanned the horizon for a ...read more

The Great Adventure PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 9, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to embrace their God-given calling with boldness, break boundaries, and believe in the blessings of a life fully lived in Christ.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is a joy to gather with you once more in this place of worship, where we come together to share in the fellowship of God's love and grace. Today, we stand on the precipice of a new understanding, a new revelation of God's plan and purpose for us. We are here ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14, Psalm 37:34, John 10:10, 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Living Life, Fullest

The Big Three Of Christian Living PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores how we can emulate Stephen's unwavering faith, grace, power, and divine wisdom in the face of trials and opposition.

Hello, dear friends. It is indeed a joy to gather with you in this sacred space, where we can pause from the clamor of the world and tune our hearts to the gentle whisper of our Father. We find ourselves today in the company of Stephen, a man of God whose life was a radiant testimony of faith, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:8-15

Topics: Living Alignment, Relationship