Sermons on mean spirited:

In The Mean Time

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 13, 2021

Before we leave this world how will we live our life?

“In The Mean Time” 2 Corinthians 5:2-21 . 2 Meanwhile (In the Mean time or For the time being ), we groan, to be clothed with our heavenly dwelling, 4For while we are in this tent (This Body) , we groan and are burdened, we want heaven 1. Paul shares with Corinth in the meantime. The now time, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:2-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Meaning Of Passover Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Passover: The origin of the Lord’s Supper is Passover. This holy day reminds us of all the Lord has done by freeing us from the bondage of sin and bringing us into the Promised Land of eternal life in Christ Jesus.

Next week is Easter, and since it falls on the first of the quarter this year we will partake of the Lord’s Supper on Easter morning. Tonight we will, in a manner of sorts, be observing Communion with what is called a Passover Meal. Now, the origin of the Lord’s Supper just so happens to be the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

To Be One Means?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021

What does it mean to you to be a Christian? Ask yourself, what do you believe in God. in Jesus, and in the church? Take a moment to do a self-evaluation of yourself

To Be One Means? Revelation 2:12-17 Michael H. Koplitz This letter to the church at Pergamum is just full of symbolism. Now that we have been examining the book of the Revelation, you were probably ready for me to say this. So let’s take a look at the symbolism in this short letter. First, he who ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Meaning Of Easter

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 19, 2021

Jesus will give existence to your decomposed bodies. He allows no one to go out of existence.

Had you chosen to visit the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem today to celebrate Easter, you would no doubt want to visit the central shrine that is all probability the place of Jesus' death, burial, and Resurrection. And while no one is absolutely certain that this is indeed the location of the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:25-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Means Of Grace

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 23, 2023

God’s power does not depend on tangible things or reside in visible things. It is God in Christ who calls, and when we come to him, it is God in Christ who heals.

Can you imagine how desperate General Naaman must have been? Aram and Israel were enemies, for goodness’ sake. They were raiding across each other's borders, looting and taking slaves and generally making nuisances of themselves, keeping in practice for the next full-scale hostilities to break ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Resurrection Means

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 10, 2020

Two great miracles and two great results from resurrection weekend.

OUTLINE WHAT THAT RESURRECTION MEANS Dr. Tom Bartlett, Steele Creek Church Eastfield Campus Resurrection Sunday - April 12, 2020 And if Christ has not been raised, then our preaching is in vain and your faith is in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:14 (ESV) TWO RESURRECTION MIRACLES • EMPTY TOMB ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8, Titus 2:11-13

Denomination: Other

Searching For Meaning

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

The Book of Ecclesiastes

Why Am I Here? What is my purpose? This is the question we ALL ask… The writer sees futility Nothing seems to change (1:4-7) Nothing seems to satisfy (1:8) Nothing seems new (1:9-11) The writer searches for wisdom… Man’s wisdom is trying to catch the wind. God’s wisdom is great! But of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of The Cross Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Mar 5, 2024

The main idea is to understand two theories of atonement - Penal Substitution and Christus Victor - and to explore the significance of Jesus' death on the cross in defeating the powers of evil.

You know that cross necklace you wear, or the one you see people wearing? It's more than just a cool piece of jewelry. It's a symbol of something huge that happened a long time ago. Jesus died on a cross, and that changed everything. But why did He have to die, and why does it matter so much? Let's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25, Hebrews 2:14-15, Colossians 2:13-15

Topics: Salvation, Resurrection, Crucifixion, Redemption

The Meaning Of Love

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 8, 2001

Jesus teaching on love is totally radical. He pushes us to practice love, rather than giving excuses, and he points out that to love is to be a neighbour to anyone we might come across who needs our care.

You may remember the Beatles, back in the 60’s singing "All you need is Love." There’s no doubt that there was a great truth carried in those simple lyrics. If we were to look around the world today, it’s clear that a good dose of love would cure many of the world’s ills. But it’s easier said than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Anglican

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Brodie Bruner on Nov 17, 2000

This sermon examines the profound topic of The Meaning of Life from a wordly and then Godly perspective to bring the listener to a point of clarity in their life's meaning and purpose.

The Meaning of Life To begin our discussion of the meaning of life, we began with life's end, death. Bill Moyers, the famous commentator who spoke at SMU during the week, quoted on death: "Each night when we pitch our tent, we are one day's walk closer to our final destination." "Through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Apr 16, 2002

An Topical message on the difference that the resurrection makes.

Easter Sunday 2002 Sunrise Service Read Matthew 28:1-7 Illustration: I read a story not too long ago about a particular family who was watching the Easter story on television. Although the entire family had seen the movie before one little girl was particularly moved by the movie. As Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Baptism Series

Contributed by George Bannister on Oct 21, 2002

This message deals with the meaning of Believer’s Baptism.

TEXT: Romans 6:1-14 ETS: The Apostle Paul illustrates the realities of salvation through the symbolism of Christian baptism. ESS: Believers are to live out the new life that Christ has given to them. OSS: Believers will commit to live out the life pictured in their baptism. PQ: What is the meaning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of The Incarnation Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Dec 30, 2000

Jesus’ coming as a servant is highlighted in his washing the disciples feet at the last supper

Well, it’s the day before Christmas. Tomorrow we celebrate the birth of God’s only Son who came to live among us. As the first chapter of John tells us: (John 1:14 NRSV) "the Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a father’s only son, full of grace and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-30

Denomination: Anglican

By Any Means

Contributed by Rick Gatten on Feb 10, 2001

This seemingly insignificant phrase, "by any means", is actually used to express the urgency of attaining some object sought, along with the means for its attainment. It occurs just four times in the New Testament.

Intro: This seemingly insignificant phrase, "by any means", is actually used to express the urgency of attaining some object sought, along with the means for its attainment ... It occurs just four times in the New Testament, and it is interesting that these four occurrences seem to follow a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:12

Denomination: Baptist

Meaning Of The Wine Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 12, 2003

What’s in a glass of wine? What’s in a tiny glass of wine? Forgiveness, rightness, closeness, conscience-cleansing, redemption, cleansing- that’s what. It’s not so little, is it? The amount of beverage might be little, but it carries big meaning!

Meaning of the Wine April 5, 2003 Each time we come to church and participate in the Lord’s Supper, the second symbol we use is wine. Now that’s a potentially controversial symbol today, in some circles, but was a very ordinary matter of meals in Jesus’ day, and still is in many cultures. Just ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational