Sermons on Loyalty:

Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 5, 2004

Expository sermon which outlines the cost of discipleship in light of what Christ has done for us.

The cost of discipleship Illustration: John Wesley and the Moravians. - during the storm the Moravians had a peace and were singing to God - they were totally committed to God and therefore they knew their lives were in Gods hands - John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:18-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preaching, Faith, & Confessing Christ Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 20, 2004

A sermon emphasising the integral connection between preaching, faith, and confessing Christ.

Sermon for 1st Sunday In Lent Yr C 29/02/2004 Based on Rom 10:8b-13 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta We have all, at one time or another, probably heard or even spoken ourselves, the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Communion Is A Covenant

Contributed by Jody Vansickle on Oct 5, 2012

What is communion? A covenant relationship between God and His people.

Communion is a Covenant: Luke 22:14-20 INTRO: Over and over again in the New Testament, Christians are reminded that we are not our own; we have been bought with a price. • God has come to us ~ redeemed us by His Son ~ entered into our lives thru His Holy Spirit ~ and has voluntarily bound ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-20

Denomination: Methodist

Living With Integrity

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Jun 22, 2021

Integrity is when we live the same way in the "Light" as we do in the "Dark."

Living With Integrity 2021 Summer Series / Grace; Hope; Salvation; Integrity / 2 Corinthians 6:1–13   • Christian actors struggle to find work in Hollywood. • Patricia Heaton - 2x Emmy award winner, co-star on Everybody Loves Raymond. • Says that observant Christians in Hollywood are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3, James 1:8, James 4:8, Matthew 6:24, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transforming Friendships

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 24, 2017

The gaining of friends depends upon the ability of a person to demonstrate friendliness toward others. Anyone who is a friend himself will always meet others who are eager to return his kindness and interest.

11-7-05 Title: Transforming Friendships Text: “Tychicus, a beloved brother, faithful minister, and fellow servant in the Lord, will tell you all the news about me. I am sending him to you for this very purpose, that he may know your circumstances and comfort your hearts,” (Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Making Of A Character Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

God had chosen Daniel for special serive but before being entrusted with responsibility his spiritual character was tested.

DANIEL 1 - THE MAKING OF A CHARACTER Three times in the book Daniel is referred to as a man "highly esteemed", or as the Authorised Version puts it, "a man greatly beloved". He was truly a noble character, but how did it come about? Was he born with this built into his genes? No, spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21, Daniel 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Love For God

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Apr 18, 2024

How we should value our love for God? In what way do we show it?

TOPIC: PAGPAPAHALAGA NG ISANG ALAGAD NI JESUS Text: Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: Jesus calls His followers to be true disciples. ANO ANG PALATANDAAN NG ISANG ALAGAD NI JESUS, ANO ANG KANIYANG MGA PINAHAHALAGAHAN? 1. LOVES JESUS ABOVE ALL (Pinapahalagahan niyang Mahalin ng Higit Kaninuman si ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Your Treasure Is Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 17, 2008

Christ gives us instruction concerning our money and possessions. A right order in our lives must be maintained in regard to our wealth. We must put Him first; period.

Where Your Treasure Is Griffith Baptist Church – 1/20/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 6:19-24 Key verse: Matthew 6:21 The Introduction One of the better known treasure hunts in modern times is the quest to find the rumored wealth known as the “Beale treasure.” The hunt began when an eccentric ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

I Pledge Allegiance

Contributed by Truuke Ameigh on May 10, 2003

This is a childrens sermon for a patriotic holiday.

Boys and girls, do you notice that there are two flags in our sanctuary today? One, I am certain is very familiar to you. What do the Stars and Stripes represent? (The United States) You probably already know that the stars stand for the 50 states and the stripes stand for the original 13 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is It A Good Thing, When God Shows Mercy To You? (Jonah 2:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 30, 2022

A reading that continues to let Jonah tell its story on its terms, at its pace. We praise our God, who is the One Who Saves us.

I'm going to begin this morning, simply by rereading Jonah 1. I'm hoping, as we reread it, that you'll realize you understand it better, and differently, than before last week: (1) And the Word of Yahweh came to Yonah the son of Amittai, saying, (2) "Rise! Walk! to Ninevah ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Indecision Is No Choice Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 3, 2024

Choice usually involves more than one option.

“If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not waver, for a person with divided loyalty is as unsettled as a wave of the sea that is blown and tossed by the wind. Such ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 55 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Mar 2, 2020

How excruciating is the heartbreak from the betrayal of a trusted friend! David expresses his anguish as only David can.

For Sermon Central researchers: I have posted a series of 15 sermons on the Psalms. In recent personal studies I have found the psalms to be richer and more thought-provoking than I had fully appreciated. I had too often swept swiftly through psalms without slowing down to inquire as thoroughly as ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:1-23, 2 Samuel 13:1-19, 2 Samuel 13:37-38, 2 Samuel 14:21-24, 2 Samuel 14:28, 2 Samuel 14:29-33, 2 Samuel 16:23, 2 Samuel 15:31, 2 Samuel 15:32-37, Psalm 22:1-2, Isaiah 59:2, 2 Samuel 18:8-15, 2 Samuel 18:33, 2 Samuel 17:23, 2 Samuel 12:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Resolution To Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 25, 2008

A New Year’s Sermon

A RESOLUTION TO CHRIST 2 Corinthians 7:1 INTRO: We are approaching a New Year in our lives. As we approach this new year, we need to take stock of the past year and review our service to God. After doing that, we need to make some resolutions for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are Those Who Are Presecuted For Righteousness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 1, 2011

Blessed are thsoe who are doing the Lord work and suffer for righteousness sake.

“Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness” Matthew 5:1-5:12 This sermon came from prayer and ideas from my colleagues at sermoncentral Introduction- Mt 5:1-5:12 This morning we are winding down the series from the Sermon on the Mount. The character building sermons of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Return Of Our God (Isaiah 40:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 24, 2024

God calls on his divine council (simplified: angels) to build a road for Him, because He is very shortly returning to Jerusalem, leading/carrying his exiled people. All Israel is invited to keep their eyes open for God's return.

Last week, I introduced a new series we are beginning that covers Isaiah 40-55. If you missed last week, I think today will still mostly make sense, but you might want to get a copy of last week's sermon from me. Today, then, we are just going to dive in to Isaiah 40. This chapter opens by ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11