Sermons on Narrow Gate:

The Door To Abundant Life - John 10:7; John 10:9-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 5, 2024

In John 10, Jesus uses imagery that His audience—shepherds, farmers, and townspeople—would have understood clearly. He describes Himself as the gate or door, the only way into the safety and abundance of God’s kingdom.

The Door to Abundant Life - John 10:7; John 10:9-10 Theme: Jesus is the door to salvation, security, and abundant life. Key Verses: John 10:7 – “So he explained it to them: ‘I tell you the truth, I am the gate for the sheep.’” John 10:9-10 – “Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7, Acts 4:12, Psalm 23:1-2, John 10:28, Ephesians 3:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of A New Creation-20 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 25, 2016

Part B--xx.--xxii. of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XX—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B(continued) of point 14 in the series. Attention: Hugs & Kisses After just a few years of marriage filled with constant arguments, a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:3-10

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Sure About That?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 9, 2004

Make 3 decisions for the rich, full life Christ offers.

Matthew 5:2-12 Are You Sure About That? Woodlawn Baptist Church February 8, 2004 Introduction This morning I have a fun exercise that I want you to help me with before we get started with the message. I know that some of you will feel kind of silly doing it, but try it anyway. I want us all to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Challenge Of Choosing Eternal Rest Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 10, 2010

The writer to the Hebrews set before his audience a deeper consideration of Jesus’ Rest. What challenges do ’Christians,’(traditionists), face in the consideration of Jesus’ Rest? The challenge of choosing Eternal Rest is accepting the challenge of...

SERIES: The Careful Considerations of Our Christian Confession—Hebrews 3:1-6; 7-17; 3:18--4:11; 4:11-13; 4:14---5:11 The Hebrews writer pressed upon his audience to deeply/profoundly consider the aspect of their Christian confession concerning Jesus as their Apostle & High Priest. Thus the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Abandoned At Birth-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 18, 2016

4 of ? Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus yielded the essentials of being born again/from above. Being born again is essential to God’s plan. But what does it take to be born from above? Those born from above, Abandon...

ABANDONED At BIRTH-IV—John 3:1-21 Concessions For New Birth Attention: The internet company ‘LetGo.com.’ Their TV commercials visit the absurdity of holding on to useless things. One of them opens in the busy streets of New York City(?), & focuses on two girls on a scooter, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Gold, Gavels, And God

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 8, 2012

The world is offering Jesus’ church a cheap substitute and cheap answers to real questions with real solutions.

GOLD, GAVELS, AND GOD Rev. 17-18 Big Idea: The world is offering the Jesus’ church a cheap substitute and cheap answers to real questions with real solutions. Supporting Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7; Matthew 5-7; Luke 4:1-13; Luke 17:2; Romans 8:28; Romans 12:1-2; 1 John 2:5-6, ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Navigating Through The Sea Of Hardship

Contributed by David Darst on Feb 22, 2021

This is a expositional sermon series through the 27th Chapter of Acts. The Unusual account of The Apostle Paul's journey to Rome, and the practical applications of how it can help assist believers navigate through the storms of life.

How to Navigate through the SHIP….in the Seas of HardSHIP. In the Storm, you must stay with the Ship to Survive! Acts 27:9-44 I find it extremely interesting why Luke dedicates an entire chapter to Paul’s experience of this voyage on his way to Rome. I think it holds substantial spiritual and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:9-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paradise Lost Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 2, 2023

Because of our sin, we can’t come in; but since Jesus died on the cross to take our sin, we can now come in.

Paradise Lost Genesis 3:22-24 Rev. Brian Bill April 1-2, 2023 Many of you know that I have four sisters and no brothers. Do you feel my pain? Growing up, the only good thing about this arrangement was that I’m the oldest. Being a brother, I was always on the lookout for ways to bother my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Two Destinies Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 9, 2024

There are two destinies for every person -Blessedness or destruction

Summer in the Psalms Psalm 1 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 06-09-2024 The Good Life What is the “good life?” For some, the good life would look like this. [beach] Many people name their boats “the Good Life.” Or this. [Mountain] Or this [Fishing] Or this [family] Or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Preacher's Authority Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 4, 2021

1) The Authority of the Word (Titus 2:15a), 2) The Authority to Exhort (Titus 2:15b) and 3) The Authority to Rebuke (Titus 2:15c). Using the word of God, it is the command to hear, believe and obey God.

Titus 2:15. 15 Declare these things; exhort and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you. (ESV) When I grew up in Toronto, I attended the Catholic Church, went to Catholic schools and participated in Catholic service originations. I sought to be faithful to what I thought God desired. I ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:15

Denomination: Other

Sermon On The Mount - Part 11 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jun 28, 2019

This is Part 11 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus in what is familiarly known as the “Sermon on the Mount.” In this part Jesus tells his audience 3 things not to do for the sake of being seen. This teaching includes a model for prayer.

Part 11 - Three things to do, not to be seen by men, and a model prayer Sermon on the Mount The Christian Character Matthew 5:3 - 7:27 (Cf. Luke 6:20-49) This is Part 11 in a 14-part series of studies I call “The Christian Character” as described by Jesus as he delivered what is familiarly known ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, 1 Corinthians 15:22-24, 1 Corinthians 15:50-51, 2 Peter 1:10-11, 2 Timothy 4:18, Acts 14:21-22, 2 Timothy 4:1, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 6:9-13, Matthew 9:14-15, Matthew 6:5-15, Matthew 5:14-16, Matthew 6:1-18, Matthew 5:48, Romans 5:10, Matthew 5:44, Leviticus 19:16-18, Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:38, Luke 6:20-49, Matthew 6:1, Matthew 4:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Shepherds And The Birth Of Jesus. Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Dec 15, 2017

Explains the reason for the angel's announcement to the shepherds. Who were these shepherds.

The Shepherds and the birth of Jesus. Luke 2:1-20 When John the Baptist saw Jesus coming to him while he was baptising, he exclaimed, “Behold the Lamb of God, which takes away the sin of the world” (John 1:29, KJV). Before we look at the famous statement by John the Baptist upon seeing Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Hearts Longs For Something Greater: Eternity In The Human Heart & The Emptiness Of Gorged Sensuality

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

All of life is filled with parables and metaphors that point to the meta-narrative of existence. The four seasons are laced with it. Media, movies, books, and stories are filled with expressions of the longings of our hearts. We long for a place we've never been.

All of life is filled with parables and metaphors that point to the meta-narrative of existence. The four seasons are laced with it. Media, movies, books, and stories are filled with expressions of the longings of our hearts. We long for a place we've never been. We desire a home we've ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19, John 6:44

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Wants Us To Strive Together For Our Savior Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 17, 2022

How can we strive together for Jesus? 1. We need godly desires (vs. 22-24). 2. We need godly dreams (vs. 24). 3. We need godly generosity (vs. 24-28). 4. We need the gospel (vs. 28-29). 5. We need faith in the power of prayer (vs. 30-33).

God Wants Us to Strive Together for Our Savior The Book of Romans Romans 15:17-33 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared January 17, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans 15. In these last two chapters of Paul's letter, he opened his heart to talk about his future plans and pour out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:17-33

Denomination: Baptist

What Can Kill A Church ?

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Dec 27, 2008

Satan’s goal is to kill the church. Sometimes church members help him and don’t even know it. the good news is Jesus promises that if we are faithfull "the gates og hell cannot prevail"

"WHAT CAN KILL A CHURCH" 2 Cor. 2: 4-11 1. In Re 3:1, the church at Sardis was described as a "dead" church... 2. This reveals that churches can die - and they often do... 3. There are at least two ways a church may die... a. It may cease to exist b. It may die inwardly, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist