Sermons on Most Pitied Of Men:

Part 1: Men Who Finish Well

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 9, 2009

Men in the Bible who finished well by walking with God personally to the end of their lives, and made a contribution to God’s work with their time, talent, and treasure.

MEN WHO FINISH WELL OR ONE LAP FROM THE FINISH By Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION Last week I used a phrase in a sermon and it got me thinking about this sermon, “One Lap From The Finish.” 1. Indianapolis racer that ran out of gas in the last lap. 2. Last week a golfer lost a major ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage - The Single Most Important Human Relationship On Earth

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 19, 2021

This message is about what the Bible says to be a great spouse and parent.

Second, only to a personal relationship with God, marriage is the single most important relationship that one will ever have. It is also the holiest thing a person will ever do. Marriage is about living in harmony, commonality, and agreement, which is impossible without both partners being ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14, John 3:29, Ephesians 5:21-33, John 15:13, 1 Peter 3:7, Galatians 5:22, Revelation 7:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Four Wise Men (In The Gospel Of John)

Contributed by Peter Baumgartle on Dec 20, 2023

The Christmas Story in the Gospel of John is far different than the account in Matthew and Luke. There is no baby, no Mary and Joseph, no angels, no shepherds. But there were four wise men.

The Gospel of John, chapter 1: "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of men. The light ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 18, 2007

Apostles, Pt. 19

SAY WHAT YOU MEAN, MEAN WHAT YOU SAY (LUKE 22:54-62) What would it take for you to change or switch your long-distance telephone company service? Several years ago, telephone companies battle one another for the lucrative long-distance market, offers included 20% discount on calls to your 12 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Christ: The Most Important Things, Part 2

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on May 16, 2013

In part 2 of a message on Mark 1:16-18 Pastor Jonathan talks about the mission statement of Thomas Road Baptist Church, specifically the fourth value: connection with community.

Lord, today we thank you that you are all we need. We thank you that in the midst of our brokenness and heartache, in the midst of the challenges we all face, we stand here humbled by your grace and your love and your mercy. We don’t deserve it, God, but you give it, and you give it freely ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Love Ourselves!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 8, 2019

We must love ourselves before we can offer love to others

One day an expert in religious law stood up to test Jesus by asking him this question: "Teacher, what must I do to receive eternal life?" Jesus replied, "What does the law of Moses say? How do you read it?" The man answered, " `You must love the Lord your God with all your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Episcopal

The Easy Way To Love Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 14, 2020

The story of the Samaritan and his compassion is instructive for us to consider how we treat our neighbors.

LOVE THY NEIGHBOR: Loving your neighbor is not difficult as long as you get to define “neighbor.” - Luke 10:29. - We often define “neighbor” as those we like and who like us back. People like us who we are comfortable around. - Further, we define “love” cheaply: liking a post, offering a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Important Lesson I Could Ever Teach

Contributed by Francis Chan on Sep 16, 2011

A sermon regarding Peter's lesson of how to spend time alone in the Book, studying the Book for yourself, and having time alone with God.

This morning, I’ve titled my message “The Most Important Lesson I Could Ever Teach,” and I want you to know that’s not an exaggeration. It’s not something I just thought to get your attention. I really believe this. And in some ways, I believe that this is the most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enemies Of Ourselves Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul is absolutely astonished that men can voluntarily decide to be enemies of that which is most precious and beneficial to them.

Saint-Exupery was a French aviator who wrote a number of books that have been an inspiration to many. He was recalled to military service in World War II. On July 31, 1944 he was flying an observation mission in a plane with no guns. He was shot down that day by a young man from Germany who was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Striving For Church Health – Healthy Younger Men Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jul 22, 2002

Younger men have many things as there priorities. Some men set out to conquer college, push through graduate school, learn a new job, establish a family, build up the bank account, and retire at 55.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: A month ago, we began to talk about Striving For Church Health. If SCC is going to be a healthy church, the senior saints must lead the way in example and conduct and we, the congregation, must know how to react and respond to their lives and walk among us. Young ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:6-8

Universal Corruption Leaves Men Without Excuse

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE CONCLUSION: UNIVERSAL CORRUPTION LEAVES ALL MEN WITHOUT EXCUSE BEFORE GOD'S CONDEMNATION The situation is worse than you think so stop trying to earn your salvation because you will never be good enough 1.

THE CONCLUSION: UNIVERSAL CORRUPTION LEAVES ALL MEN WITHOUT EXCUSE BEFORE GOD'S CONDEMNATION The situation is worse than you think so stop trying to earn your salvation because you will never be good enough 1. Everyone (both Jew and Gentile) is in the same boat = Under Sin and the boat is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Understanding The Different Roles Of Men And Women In The Church Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001

THE CHURCH NEEDS BOTH GODLY MEN AND GODLY WOMEN TO FULFILL THEIR PROPER ROLES

BIG IDEA: THE CHURCH NEEDS BOTH GODLY MEN AND GODLY WOMEN TO FULFILL THEIR PROPER ROLES I. EXPLANATION OF THE DIFFERENT ROLES A. Men Need to Lead in Prayer in the Public Assembly 1. Action -- "Therefore, I want the men in every place to pray" Wuest: "The word ’therefore’ is resumptive, picking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Men, Three Crosses And Three Deaths Series

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 21, 2001

Deals with the 3 Crosses at Calavary: One man died IN sin, one man died TO sin and one died FOR sin.

"THREE MEN, THREE CROSSES AND THREE DEATHS!"/LUKE 23:32-46/SHASTA WAY/03-25-01/A.M. There are many ways one might meet one’s demise. It might be an accident, it might be disease, it might be old age, or it might even be through intent, ours or someone else’s. Though there are many means by which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wise Men And Women Still Seek Him

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 11, 2002

If we are wise people we can say with conviction, "we have come to worship".

Wise Men (and Women) Still Seek Him 1. Revisit the familiar story of the Magi. a. Called 3 kings or 3 wise men. Could have been 2 or 4 or 20 b. Pretty sure men & not women c. Wise women would have: 2. History of Wise Men – little is known a. Magi – plural for magus, Matt. Tells us more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Two Blind Men Sitting By The Way Side

Contributed by Kevin Keeling on Apr 7, 2004

Mark 10:46-11:1 46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. 47 And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he beg

Mark 10:46-11:1 46 And they came to Jericho: and as he went out of Jericho with his disciples and a great number of people, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the highway side begging. 47 And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou Son of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist