Sermons on Make God First:

Eve: The First Temptation Series

Contributed by William Jones on Jun 9, 2017

A Look at the First Temptation of Eve and the topic of Temptation as seen in I John 2:15-17 and Genesis 2-3. This sermon examines the Lust of the Flesh, the Lust of the Eyes, and the Pride of Life.

Eve: The First Temptation 15 Do not love the world  or the things that belong to  the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Father is not in him. 16 For everything that belongs to  the world—the lust of the flesh,  the lust of the eyes,  and the pride  in one’s lifestyle—is not from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Salutation Of First Corinthians Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 16, 2009

This sermon is an exposition of 1 Cor 1.1-3

The Salutation of First Corinthians Text: 1 Cor 1.1-3 Introduction: 1. Motivation is a huge factor in determining how successful we will be at anything we attempt. Illustration: A teenager lost a contact lens while playing basketball in his driveway. After a fruitless search, he told his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The First Last Supper Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 22, 2021

Passover reminded Israel of the end of their slavery in Egypt. Communion reminds the Christian of the end of their slavery to sin.

October 06, 2018 Jacobs children had been slaves for a long time. They had all but given up hope, but now strange and miraculous things were happening: The Nile had turned to blood Frogs, lice and flies had covered the land All the livestock were dead Every Egyptian had been covered with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:3-10, Luke 22:14-20, John 13:6-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

First Of All Pray Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004

Pray should be the first impulse rather than the last resort of Christ’s people.

First of All—Pray: Part 1 1 Timothy 2:1-8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO C. H. Spurgeon was one of the most popular and successful preachers of Victorian England. His Metropolitan Tabernacle drew thousands each Sunday. Often hundreds would stand ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Palm Sunday

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 18, 2018

John's is the only Gospel to tell us about the palm branches.

THE FIRST PALM SUNDAY. John 12:12-19. First, in this short passage, we see the sense of expectation of the people of God (John 12:12). We read that “much people” who were come to the feast, “heard” that Jesus was coming to the City. And hearing, they acted on it. It is good to “hear” the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Throw The First Stone

Contributed by Samuel M on Oct 17, 2024

Jesus had every right and authority to throw the first stone, but he never chose to throw the first throne. It was a decision he chose to take – never to throw the stone or the first stone. Love was the decision he chose to take.

But Jesus stooped down and wrote on the ground with His finger, as though He did not hear. So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.” John 8:6-7 When the woman was caught in the act of adultery ...read more

Scripture: John 8:6-7

Cast The First Stone

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

We live in a day when everyone loves to Judge. · The trial of O.J. Simpson in 1995 opened a door. · Everyone has their opinion on weather O.J. is guilty. · Johnny Cochran, F. Lee Bailey are names that we remember. · Regardless if O.J. is guilty or

Luke 6: 37 "Judge not, and you shall not be judged. Condemn not, and you shall not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. 38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Armies In The First Century

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Dec 29, 2011

This article was published in the Ft. Carson, CO Mountaineer newspaper.

BY CHAPLAIN (CAPTAIN) STEVEN W. SATTERFIELD 4TH SPECIAL TROOPS BATTALION, 4IBCT, 4ID, FORT CARSON, CO In May we celebrate the 234th birthday of the United States Army. Because of this I wanted to look at Biblical references to armies. The Old Testament references are too numerous to list here, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:7-8

Denomination: Vineyard

The First Missionary Journey Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

This is an account of the first Missionary Journey and the 16th sermon in the Book of Acts

The First Missionary Journey Acts Chapter 13-14 Acts # 16 In these chapters we will find the starting of the first foreign mission broad. The church at Antioch was getting ready to send out missionaries through out the world. They were taking the great commission very seriously. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

First Gospel Preaching Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020

New Testament is not an independent book. The gospel is nothing but the good news about birth, miracles, teachings, preaching of Jesus Christ, Jesus of Nazareth, it includes death and resurrection of Christ. It is the FULL GOSPEL.

Acts 2:14-36 First Gospel Preaching of the Church 2: 14-15, 22-24, 29-33 Presentation of Gospel by Peter 2: 16-21 Prophecy of Joel concerning Holy Spirit 2: 25-28, 34-35 Prophecy of David concerning ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-36

Denomination: Methodist

The First Perspective Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 18, 2019

Perspective is important. Our decisions and how we live our lives are based on how we see things. This morning in our passage, Mary gives us the very first perspective of Christmas.

Introduction: Perspective is important. Our decisions and how we live our lives are based on how we see things. I hold in my hand a glass. Is it half empty, or is it half full? Your answer depends on your perspective. Two shoe salesmen from the same shoe manufacturers are sent to two different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

The First Message Of Paul Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 1, 2013

IN THIS PASSAGE WE FIND PAUL AND BARNABAS WITH THEIR FIRST OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMUNITY THEIR IN CYPRUS. PAUL AND BARNABAS ENTER THE SYNAGOGUE AND AWAIT THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY. AFTER THE READING OF THE OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURES, THEY ARE ASKED IF

THE FIRST MESSAGE OF PAUL Acts 13:13-43 From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem. 14 From Perga they went on to Pisidian Antioch. On the Sabbath they entered the synagogue and sat down. 15 After the reading from the Law and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-43

Denomination: Baptist

Responses To The First Christmas

Contributed by Roy Hartzell on Dec 24, 2001

This is a candle lignting service that will help you think about how you respond to Jesus at Christmas.

RESPONSES TO THE FIRST CHRISTMAS—Candle Lighting Service (Adapted from “A Savior Has Been Born” by Melvin Newland; sermoncentral.com; page 4 of his list of sermons; Dec. 1996) ( I preached: Dec. 23, 2001) Luke 2:1-14 In the last ten to twenty years and maybe even longer, we have seen a lot of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The First False Believer Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 3, 2008

Exposition of Acts 8:5-25 about the false profession of Simon Magus, and some indicators of true faith

Text: Acts 8:5-25, Title: The First False Believer, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/30/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about Dr Bennett and tell of his estimation of the greatest heresy plaguing Southern Baptists today. Talk about the list of names that need to be removed from off of our church roll, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

First Day Footrace

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

An Easter Message.

FIRST DAY FOOTRACE John 20:1-10 INTRO: Let me tell you a riddle. It concerns a footrace between two individuals. The one who arrived first at the finish line lost the race. The one who arrived last won the race but failed to capture the prize. The one who lost the race captured the prize (REPEAT ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-10

Denomination: Baptist