Sermons on Meaning Of Names:

“what It Means To Forgive Others” - Part One Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 2, 2014

What does it mean when I forgive someone?

Today we begin a series on “Finding Freedom In Forgiving Others.” I want us to look to our passage for today to answer the question, “What does it mean to forgive?” We’ll consider two thoughts today and consider three more in the next message in this series. 1. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

“what It Means To Forgive Others” - Part Two Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 17, 2014

Just what does it mean to forgive others?

In our last time together, we began to look to our passage for today to answer the question, “What does it mean to forgive?” We made two observations. We said that forgiving others means . . . 1. Forgiving them repeatedly; & 2. Choosing to forgo revenge. Now today, I want us to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Mean That Jesus Was A ‘ransom’ For Us? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 22, 2014

A look at the correct understanding of "ransom" (it's not an extortion) and four key ideas that help us understand it.

PAYING "RANSOM"? Does this mean that God gave into extortion? - 1 Timothy 2:6. - A ransom is a price paid for someone’s freedom. - It’s an easy idea to get off-track on if you don’t watch it. - How so? Sometimes a ransom is basically extortion. Someone kidnaps someone and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Strikes Don't Always Mean Your Out

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 16, 2015

God provides a way for us to get throughout the ballgame of life in hopeless circumstances.

Three Strikes Don’t Always Mean You’re Out By: Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Illustration – Game 4 of the 1941 Baseball World Series 1. NY Yankees vs. Brooklyn Dodgers a. A rivalry so fierce it continued when the Dodgers left Brooklyn and moved to LA and continues to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does It Mean That Christ "reconciled" Us? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 9, 2018

Paul here uses an interesting and unusual phrase: "reconciled." What exactly does it mean that Christ has reconciled us?

WHAT DOES "RECONCILE" MEAN? It is bringing two things into agreement. - 2 Corinthians 5:18-21. - The key word in this passage is “reconcile.” This is not a word that we use much in sermons or Bible study, but it’s a good Bible word and it has an important truth to teach us. This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

In Times Like These What Does It Mean To Walk In His Presence?

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 14, 2020

Paul writes—Be care how you live, live wise. Refuse to live foolishly. Make the most of every opportunity. This opportunity should be for the believer to shine. Don’t act thoughtlessly. Take thought of your actions—And then you’ll understand God’s will.

In Times Like These What Does It Mean To Walk In His Presence? Ephesians 5:15-19NLT 15 So be careful how you live. Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise. 16 Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days. 17 Don’t act thoughtlessly, but understand what the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:18, Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Being A Disciple Really Means (Luke, Part 7) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 6, 2022

If you let God lead, He will take you on a wonderful journey ... but, if you don’t start somewhere, how can you ever make an impact? Jesus challenged those following Him to be fully committed ... so are we?

What being a disciple REALLY means (Luke, Part 7) Luke 14:25-35 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35, Mark 10:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"can" Does Not Mean "will"

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 22, 2022

Just because we "can" do something does not mean that we "will" do it. This message discusses what is possible in our walk with God versus what is inevitable with Him as we walk by faith.

“Can” Does Not Mean “Will” Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-19; Hebrews 11:1; Philippians 4:12-13 The title of my message this morning is “Can Does Not Mean Will.” Simply put, just because you can do something does not mean that you will actually do it. The core definition of the word “can” is “to have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:18-19, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Do The Magi's Gifts Mean Today?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 2, 2021

The gifts that the magi presented to the baby Jesus have metaphorical meaning. What do they mean today?

The story about the three magi visiting the baby Yeshua is a problematic story. If such an event took place, why is it only found in Matthew's Gospel? The idea of three magi traveling from Persia to Judea is fascinating. The narrative says that they followed the Bethlehem star. Many people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

“holiness Doesn’t Mean Isolation!”

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Oct 7, 2014

STOP HIDING IN CHURCH!!! Go outside and share Jesus!

One problem with man’s denominational teaching is that HOLINESS in many churches and groups means stay away from them sinners! The only way sinners can see Jesus Christ is through the Church (The Body of Christ). The local church is a part of the larger body of blood washed believers. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are We Necessary Or Not? And What Does That Mean For Human Dignity?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 2, 2023

God is not a big muscle-guy waiting to pounce on us if we do something morally wrong.

Trinity Sunday 2023 If you walked in a little late for our service today, you may have arrived after all the Scripture was proclaimed. Except for the psalm, we are given only eleven verses in the OT and NT to consider. But they are very dense in meaning. God is not a big muscle-guy waiting to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:4-9, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, John 3:16-18

Denomination: Catholic

The Lord's Supper's Proper Meaning Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 7, 2023

The Lord's Supper's meaning is to commemorate the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross for the forgiveness of sins. It symbolizes his body and blood, which were given up for humanity's salvation.

The Lord's Supper's proper meaning Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 7, 2023 Matthew 26:17–29 (NKJV) Jesus Celebrates Passover with His Disciples 17 Now on the first day of the Feast of the Unleavened Bread, the disciples came to Jesus, saying to Him, “Where do You ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

"what Would It Mean To Live Without Fear?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 28, 2023

A sermon about daring to live without fear through faith in the love of Christ.

“What Would it Mean to Live without Fear?” Romans 8:26-39 This morning we are continuing our Sermon Series on Paul’s Letter to the Romans. This letter to the early Church in Rome contains some of the Church’s most important theological writings. At the same time, they can be challenging to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-39

Denomination: United Methodist

What Does It Mean That "Jesus Is Lord” Over My Life? Series

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Oct 16, 2025

The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” This declaration is more than just words — it’s a life-changing commitment.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN THAT “JESUS IS LORD” OVER MY LIFE? Pastor Joel Bernardino – October 16, 2025 The Bible says that to be saved, we must believe in our hearts and confess with our mouths that “Jesus is Lord.” Romans 10:9 — “If you declare with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, Matthew 7:21

Bridging The Distance

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jul 13, 2008

What people want is a key to purposeful life. They want answers to where they are. They want to grasp something higher and bigger than themselves. They reach for a deeper connection beyond the boring routine of where they live and what they do.

“Bridging the Distance” Sermon Topic: Being in relationship with God Psalm 84 Airport terminals are entertaining venues to hang out if you cannot afford the movies! The most interesting storylines involve watching people arriving or leaving. The couple huddled – more like a locked embrace – as she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Salvation Army