Sermons on Object Lessons:

Because Of Him Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 4 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Because of Him 1 John 2:12-14 I. Introduction A. F.E. Marsh has enumerated some of God’s blessings: 1. An acceptance that can never be questioned. (Ephesians 1:6). 2. An inheritance that can never be lost (I Peter 1:3-5). 3. A deliverance that can never be excelled (2 Corinthians l:10). 4. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Children (1) Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 5 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Children of God Part 1 I. Introduction A. Waiting on Birth 1. Three expectant fathers were in the waiting room after their wives were “taken back because of potential complications.” a) After several anxious minutes, a nurse came from the operating room and called for one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Children (2) Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 6 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Children of God (2) I. Introduction A. Chosen not Had 1. Children playing at school began to tease an adopted child. a) “You don’t have real parents,” one boy stated. b) Another chimed in, “You don’t know who your parents are.” c) The adopted child simply stated, “Your parents had you, but mine ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Assured Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 7 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Assured of Salvation I. Introduction A. Supreme Confidence 1. Former NFL Coach John McKay and former Alabama coach Bear Bryant were duck hunting. a) Bryant was well-know for being a dead shot. b) The men hunted for about three hours with little results. c) Bryant had killed ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Test Every Spirit Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 8 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Test Every Spirit 1 John 4:1-6 I. Introduction A. Harmonica Lessons 1. A young Texas engineer was sent to Ireland to work for two years. a) He accepted the assignment for the extra money that was needed to put a down payment on a house after his wedding. b) His fiancé remained in Texas to get all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 9 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

God is Love I. Introduction A. What is love? 1. An unknown author answered the question in this way. a) Love is silence when your words would hurt. b) Love is patient when your neighbor is hurtful. c) Love is deafness when gossip flows. d) Love is thoughtfulness when others are woeful. e) Love is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Is The Victory Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 10 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Faith is the Victory #10 of 11 Lessons from 1 John I. Introduction A. Valvano and Victory 1. Former NC State coach’s first college coaching job. a) He was 23 years old and coaching at a small school. b) He was known for his overwhelming desire to be victorious. c) A player finally got the nerve to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Sin Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 11 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Dealing With Sin I. Introduction A. Funny but Unclear 1. Quotes from Yogi Berra a) “Baseball is 90% mental and the other half is physical.” b) “Nobody goes there anymore, it’s too crowded.” c) “You got to be careful if you don’t know where you are going, because you might not get there.” d) “You ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Thanks Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Giving thanks in every circumstance isn’t just a good idea, it puts you directly in the very will of God.

Today, we're gonna talk about gratitude. You know, being thankful for what we have. It's not just a nice thing to do, it actually puts us right in the center of God's will for our lives. So, let's dive in! Before we get into the Bible stuff, let's do a quick object lesson. I want you all to take ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Topics: Positive Attitude, Appreciation, Resilience, Mindfulness

Sent With A Purpose Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

As followers of Christ, we are all sent with a purpose by Jesus to share the good news, serve others, and participate in God's mission, remembering that all things are possible with Him by our side.

Hey guys, I'm super pumped to chat with you today about something that's been on my mind. We're going to dive into a cool part of the Bible, from the book of Matthew, where Jesus gives us a pretty clear idea of what we're supposed to do now that we're Christians. You know, like, what's our purpose? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35, Matthew 10:1-8

Topics: Life Goals, Personal Growth, Meaningful Existence, Self-Fulfillment

More Than Heaven, More Than The Church Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The Kingdom of God is not just about the promise of eternal life, but also about living a life of righteousness, peace, and joy in the present. It is about God's will being done on earth as it is in heaven.

Today, we're going to talk about something that's way cooler than you might think. It's called the Kingdom of God. Now, I know what you're thinking, 'I've heard about this before.' But trust me, it's way more than just heaven or church. It's like the ultimate level-up in the game of life. Let's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 6:33

Topics: Divine Kingdom, Spiritual Reign, God's Sovereignty, Heavenly Rule

Eliminate All Hurry Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus was busy but never in a hurry. We can follow His example by prioritizing our time and protecting it based on our priorities. However, we must remember that our worth is not determined by our productivity.

Remember that verse in Ephesians 5:15-17? It's all about making the most of our time to do what God wants us to do. Today, we're diving into the principle: ditching the rush. Jesus was always on the go, but never in a rush. He knew how to prioritize and protect his time. And guess what? Our worth ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Luke 14:28-30

Topics: Mindfulness, Slow Living, Stress Management, Time Management

The Mission Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus came to earth to bring the Kingdom of God. His mission was to heal people, defeat evil, teach about the Kingdom, and establish God's rule. Today, Jesus invites us to join his mission and bring the Kingdom of Heaven to earth.

You know how every superhero has a mission, right? Like Batman fights crime in Gotham, or Spiderman swings around New York saving people. Well, Jesus had a mission too. He came to earth to bring the Kingdom of God. His mission was to heal people, defeat evil, teach about the Kingdom, and establish ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25, Acts 1:8

Topics: Divine Purpose, Spiritual Service, Faithful Discipleship, Redemptive Love

Fundamental Gratitude Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Gratitude is more than just saying "thank you." It is an offering of thanks for the grace we have received. It is a reciprocal practice, where we receive God's grace and offer it back to Him and others.

You know, these past few years we've lost a lot of famous legends. It makes us all stop and think about what really matters in life. We all want to live a life that means something, right? A life that leaves a mark. But what makes a life meaningful? The Bible tells us it's all about gratitude. When ...read more

Topics: Appreciation, Thankfulness, Positive Psychology, Emotional Wellbeing

The Heart Of Heaven (Come Close) Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 29, 2023

God loves us and wants to be close to us. Despite our sins and shortcomings, He invites us to come to Him for healing and restoration.

Ever played that game where you think you see your friend from across the mall, so you start waving like a maniac, only to realize it's a total stranger? Yeah, we've all been there. It's funny how things can look different from a distance, right? Well, sometimes, we treat Jesus the same way. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:50-51, Luke 15:11-24, Luke 19:1-10

Topics: Divine Intimacy, Spiritual Connection, Divine Love, Faithful Relationship