Sermons on means of grace: showing 346-360 of 168,534

Leaving The Mean In 2013

Contributed by Lance Hostetter on Dec 24, 2013

This sermon will give some suggestions on how to have a better New Year.

Text: Luke 5:33-39 Title: “Leaving the mean in 2013!” Introduction: Jesus defended his disciples from the critics. I. Stop complaining! The Living Bible translates verse 33 this way: “Their next complaint was that Jesus’ disciples were feasting instead of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truest Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Jerry Stephens on Dec 3, 2014

At one time or another, most of us have had the experience of being on the outside looking in. More than anything else, for me Christmas is a celebration of inclusion and acceptance and restoration.

Of all the “true meanings of Christmas,” this is perhaps the truest. When I was a boy, my relatively non-religious family had a Christmas Eve tradition. We’d have a formal, dress-up dinner, and then we’d sit together to talk, tell stories and perhaps read the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:12-13

Denomination: Vineyard

The Meaning Of Church Membership

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016

“Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

Believing Means Trusting

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 8, 2018

Disbelief is born of the devil.

Weekend Message/Devotion July 8, 2018 Mark 6:1-13 Believing Means Trusting Today’s gospel reading is all about believing or maybe better said – disbelief. Before we get into that, please read with me Hebrews 3:12. “Beware, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church

The Study Of The Meaning Of The Church Matthew 16:18 (KJV) 18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. No one will deny that the Bible talks about a church. But whose church? Which church? What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Foursquare

The Meaning Of Jesus’ Baptism

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018

A LOOK AT SOME OF THE REASONS THAT JESUS WAS BAPTISED

THE MEANING OF JESUS’ BAPTISM MATTHEW 3:1-17 I HAVE HEARD MANY STORIES ABOUT BAPTISM OVER THE YEARS. A YOUNG MINISTER NAMED JAY UTLEY TOLD THIS STORY OF HIS FIRST BAPTISM. THE PERSON HE WAS BAPTIZING WAS ALSO A YOUNG MAN, BUT IT HAD BEEN A NUMBER OF YEARS SICE JAY WAS BAPTIZED AND WONDERED HOW ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 27, 2016

What is the meaning of Christmas. We enjoy the festivities, the gift-giving, the pageants and decorations. But they veil the real meaning of Christmas. Join is Sunday as Pastor Sligh preaches on the “The True Meaning of Christmas."

The True Meaning of Christmas Chuck Sligh November 27, 2016 TEXT: 1 Timothy 1:15 – “This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.” INTRODUCTION Christmas means different things to different ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

They Were Mean To Me Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 22, 2017

A study in the book of Genesis 4: 1 – 15

Genesis 4: 1 – 15 They were mean to me 4 Now Adam knew Eve his wife, and she conceived and bore Cain, and said, “I have acquired a man from the LORD.” 2 Then she bore again, this time his brother Abel. Now Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. 3 And in the process of ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Real Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 26, 2017

CHRISTMAS IS GOD WANTING TO BE WITH YOU! To go with you to your work, to your house, to be a part of every aspect of our lives. God yearns for relationship, fellowship with us.

THE REAL MEANING OF CHRISTMAS INTRO HUMOR: CHRISTMAS FIREMAN 1. A man visited a small Mississippi town. There was a "Nativity Scene" that showed great skill and talent had gone into creating it. One small feature bothered him. 2. The three wise men were wearing firemen's helmets. Totally ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

All Means All

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on May 23, 2019

This sermon on breaking down draws its primary illustration from Dr. Seuss's story "The Sneetches". This story was read to the children and congregation during the Children's Sermon immediately prior to the sermon.

All Means All Acts 11:1-18 Tribalism is defined as the state or fact of being organized in a tribe or tribes and the resulting behaviors and attitudes that stem from loyalty to this tribe. On the surface, that doesn’t sound too bad. Human beings naturally migrate into groups of like-minded ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Meaning Of True Love.

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Feb 23, 2019

Human beings define love as an affection (feeling) towards another, but that’s a wrong definition

Human beings define love as an affection (feeling) towards another, but that’s a wrong definition. The best place to find the right definition of love is from love himself. 1 John 4:8 says, God is love and love (God) defined himself as a commandment. A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, John 13:34, John 3:16

Denomination: Charismatic

The Real Meaning Of Christ

Contributed by Ray Geide on Aug 2, 2012

Many people think Christ is one of Jesus’ names, (Jesus Christ). Others think it is a cuss word, (Oh Christ). It is neither.

Many people think Christ is one of Jesus’ names, (Jesus Christ). Others think it is a cuss word, (Oh Christ). It is neither. Christ = Messiah = God’s Conquering King Christ is the Greek word for Messiah. Christ and Messiah are the same thing. They both literally mean anointed one. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Real Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 23, 2015

The real meaning of Christmas is tied up essentially in the events that we celebrate at Easter

WSG 24-12-2015 Sermon On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first successful flight in an aeroplane at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in the USA It was their 5th attempt, with Orville being at the controls The flight only lasted 12 seconds – but it was man first flight in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Meaning And Purpose Of Life

Contributed by John Newbaker on Jul 10, 2021

There are many people today who feel that life doesn’t have meaning and purpose. They feel empty. Nothing interests them. They have no drive, no determination, and no desires. They’re depressed, discouraged, disillusioned, and dissatisfied. They feel they have no hope.

I want to start off by asking 2 questions: 1/ Does this life have meaning and purpose, and if so, 2/ Where can we find the meaning and purpose of life? There are many people today who feel that life doesn’t have meaning and purpose. They feel empty. Nothing interests them. They have no ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 17, 2021

Every December, hundreds of millions of people and even billions of people worldwide celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus. Is Jesus happy with that? Was Jesus really born on December 25th?

Intro: What would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men? They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts! Let's read Isaiah 1:10-18: "10 Hear the word of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-18, 1 Chronicles 24:7-19, John 14:15, John 14:23-24, Matthew 22:37-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational