Sermons on Malachi 1 3a10:

Jesus’ Final Instructions, Part 1

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 15, 2015

Jesus went to heaven to prepare a place for us to go to when we go to our heavenly home. Going home fulfills the longing we have for God. Only God can fulfill the emptiness of our souls.

“Let not your hearts be troubled. You believe in God, believe also in me. In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to myself; that where I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

The Sin Of Partiality - James 2:1-13 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 15, 2015

Why is showing preference to the rich a sin? And, is it really as much of a sin as murder or adultery?

Today we are back into the book of James, the half-brother of Jesus, who is writing to Jews who have placed their faith and trust in Jesus, the Messiah, for salvation. These Christian Jews are scattered among the nations but the message is for us as well. We are gentiles, redeemed by the blood of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Preparing Our Heart And Mind (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 28, 2016

The struggles we face as we journey with the Lord are varied and many. None are more difficult that the battles that rage within our minds. If we are to overcome spiritually, we must learn to win this battle from a biblical approach.

Preparing our Heart and Mind (Part 1) Philippians 4: 4-9 As we walk this Christian journey, we face many challenges that we must overcome in order to obtain spiritual victory. While these challenges are many, coming from a variety of sources, none are greater than the battles we fight within our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Can I Question God? (Part 1)

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Jan 5, 2017

Sermon Series on Habakkuk

Series: Habakkuk Week: 1 Passage: Habakkuk 1:1-11 Title: Can I Question God? (Part 1) OPENING: Earth looks great from a satellite but up close it can look a little forbidding with chaos, tragedies, trials and tension with the human race – like a ticking time bomb waiting to explode. In hardship ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No. 02. The Cross Of Jesus - Part 1. Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jan 26, 2017

The atonement and the cross of Jesus.

The cross of Jesus (Part1) As we start the period of Lent we shall be focusing on the cross of Jesus It is universally known that the standard symbol of Christianity is the cross.. Now there are many other symbols that the church could have chosen as a sign of the Christian Faith. But the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Full - Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 26, 2017

We prefer full over empty! Jesus says He came that we might have abundant (full) life. Do we? Do we even know what we should be full of?

Full Pt. 1 - Pushing Past Empty I. Introduction It is a new year. Usually a new year is filled with expectations, resolutions, big plans, and anticipation. But, I also wonder how many would be honest enough to admit that in the back of our minds there is also some fear? I was excited last New ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Assembling A Team - Mark 1:16-20 Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 22, 2017

As Jesus began His ministry, one of the first priorities was to assemble a team of men to serve alongside Him, men He could teach and equip to carry on the work of the church. The Lord is still seeking those who will follow Him in service.

Assembling a Team Mark 1: 16-20 Following His baptism, wilderness temptation, and public introduction in Galilee, Jesus continued His work here on earth. One of the first priorities was to assemble a team of men to walk with Him, whom He could teach and prepare for ministry. In our text Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Stephen’s Sermon Part 1a Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 21, 2017

Stephen makes a rather long defense of himself before the council, after all, he is facing a death sentence. He doesn’t go directly to the point raised by his accusers, but instead goes into a lengthy history of his nation.

January 15, 2014 By: Tom Lowe Series:The Early Church Title: Stephen’s Sermon (7:1-53) Part 1a: verses 1-14 Introduction Stephen makes a rather long defense of himself before the council, after all, he is facing a death sentence. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Climate Change - Pt. 1 - Climate Control Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 20, 2014

Climate can be a great destabilizing force. It can undermine our finances, our health, and our faith. We need a Climate Change!

Climate Control I. Introduction We confuse climate with weather. They are not the same thing. Climate is in fact defined as "a significant and lasting change in the statistical distribution of weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years." So this is more than weather! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gaining Discernment From David Part 1 Series

Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 29, 2014

Learning from the mistakes of others is the best way to learn. These two lessons consider David's great life and some of the roots behind his worst failures. Based on the book by Charles Swindoll, "David: A man of passion and destiny."

“A tree is best measured when it’s down.” David was a man after God’s own heart. And yet, he made tons of mistakes. As we learn from his mistakes, let’s also learn from his response to those mistakes! Not only did David leave us a lifetime of lessons about things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Longings For Your Life #1: Rescue Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 1, 2014

God wants to rescue you: 1. Through the commandments of Christ (vs. 1-3). 2. Through the coming of Christ (vs. 4-9). 3. Through the cross of Christ (vs. 10-14).

God's Longings for Your Life #1: Rescue Sermon with the Lord's Supper Hebrews 10:1-14; 1 Corinthians 11:23-29 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - August 31, 2014 INTRODUCTION *It will soon be 13 years since the savage attacks on 9/11. It was a horrific day. The terrorists murdered ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-14, 1 Corinthians 11:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom - A Gift From God. Part 1 Series

Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Sep 13, 2014

What is wisdom? How de we gain wisdom and how do we apply it?

Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl Sep 12, 2014 Wisdom - A Gift From God. Part 1 Intro: Two Teachers Two teachers were once applying for the same Vice-Principal position at  a local high school. One had been teaching a total of 8 years and the other a total of 20. Everyone expected the teacher with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hmmm...jewish Festivals Are Around!!! -Part 1 Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Sep 15, 2014

To learn lessons from Jewish Festivals which have been described as the shadow of the Coming Christ in both His First advent as well as His second Advent!!!

THE JEWISH FESTIVALS-A SHADOW OF CHRIST These (Jewish festivals) are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ.-Colossians 2:17 Action: a) Display of picture of the shadow of Christ b) Display of picture of a Jewish calender of Festivals Oh yes, most of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:17

Denomination: *other

We Have Doubts, No Doubt! (Part 1)

Contributed by Larry Turner on Sep 18, 2014

Thomas was not the only one with doubts. This sermon examines the doubts of John the Baptist

Today we will begin with a quiz. I have been the pastor here for over three years so it’s time to find out how well you listen. There will be the names of some of the disciples displayed with a choice of two answers to describe him. When you have the answer, shout it out for all to hear. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-5

Denomination: Foursquare

The Arrest, Trial And Death Of Jesus, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 9, 2014

The story of Jesus' arrest, trial, and death and is one that ALL Christians should know because it is what Jesus has done for them, and through this knowledge we can willingly and proudly tell others about our Lord's mercy, grace, and love for all.

The Arrest, Trial and Death of Jesus, Part 1 Mark 14:27-65 - Reminder, final msg in Mark, Wed Oct 22, will be “open forum” style - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Today we continue the final week of Jesus’ life and ministry - Last Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-65

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational