Sermons on Once Saved Always:

O Glorious Day

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 20, 2011

Using the words of the popular song by Casting Crowns that was re-written from the hymn, "One Day" this sermon explores the reason why Easter Sunday truly is a glorious day.

O, GLORIOUS DAY ALL my sermons use illustrations found at www.sermoncentral.com and ALL scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted) (This sermon was preceded by the song Glorious Day by Casting Crowns with a powerpoint slide show and puppets singing the song) It is such a glorious day, and yet many ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lost And Found

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 16, 2019

Christ Jesus came to seek the lost and save the sinner.

January 13, 2019 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 15:1-10; 1 Timothy 1:12-15 Lost and Found Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Just so I tell you, there will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Calling On The Name Of The Lord Without Speaking In Tongues As Evidence Series

Contributed by Gregory Norton on Nov 27, 2011

We believe that salvation is for everyone who calls on the name of the Lord.

Introduction Much earlier in ministry, I thought that I would never come to place where I would preach: I believe that conversion is by calling on the name of the Lord but without the required evidence/sign of speaking in tongues. Some teach that an ‘initial evidence’ of speaking in tongues is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Hõsanna

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 1, 2018

O Jesus give us your full salvation that we enjoy the full protection and provision of your glory here on earth and also in heaven

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: HOSANNA John 12:12-15King James Version (KJV) 12 On the next day much people that were come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, 13 Took branches of palm trees, and went forth to meet him, and cried, Hosanna: Blessed is ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-15

Denomination: Charismatic

Sola Gratia - Salvation By Grace Alone Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 22, 2017

What is Grace? When the world hears "Amazing Grace" what do they think it means? Is it just a funeral dirge to be played by bagpipers? What is the source of Grace?

Please open your Bibles to John 1:1-18 which we will read in a few minutes. Over the past couple of weeks we have been taking a look at the five “Solas” that were established after the Protestant Reformation came along in 1517. These “Solas” are not something that was invented in the 16th century ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, John 1:16-17

Denomination: Nazarene

I've Been Changed Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 4, 2024

Every person has a story, often marked by success, failure, or struggle—but for the Christian, that story can be summed up in one powerful word: Grace. This is the testimony of every believer—before grace and after grace—a story of transformation and redemption.

I’ve Been Changed! Philemon 8-25 Introduction: Every person has a life story. That story can be summed up on one word: achievement, success, power, wealth, family… tragedy, failure, brokenness. Christian = Grace! Every Christian’s life is a story of grace. Another Word = Changed! Before ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-25

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Blindness

Contributed by Robert Cox on Feb 7, 2007

I once was blind, but now I see!

JOHN 9:10 I once was blind, but now I see.......10"How then were your eyes opened?" they demanded.11He replied, "The man they call Jesus made some mud and put it on my eyes. He told me to go to Siloam and wash. So I went and washed, and then I could see." 12"Where is this man?" they asked him. "I ...read more

Scripture: John 9:10-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Church And Its Call Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Jul 30, 2019

What is the call of the universal Church?

The Church and Its Call (Matthew 16:21-28) Introduction: We live at a time where the whole world is in a revolution. Nations are in debt, and with every terrorist attack there is more evidence that the world is moving from civilization into chaos! But the core question this morning is: Can the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Methodist

Where Is The Prophetic Generation?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 27, 2012

Samuel represented a new generation—a righteous priesthood to replace that which was profaned. He was an uncompromised, prophetic voice of courage used by God to call the people back to His ways. God is going to raise up a new, prophetic voice of courage,

Opening illustration: A. W. Tozer pastored in the city of Chicago for many years. On one occasion when a new minister arrived in Chicago, Tozer called him and described the difficulty and spiritual warfare involved in pastoring is such a city. He said, “If you ever want to pray with me, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Journey Of Grace

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2021

If you had only 24 hours to live would it change the things that you did? we cannot see the future but we can be prepared for the future . life is from first breath to last breath, make it a good one.

Journey of Grace Selected verses Introduction- If you only had 24 hours to live would it change the things you do and the things you say? If you knew someone only had 24 hours- Would you change your plans to see them? I would hope it would- Good morning everyone- We do not know what a day will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:25

Denomination: Nazarene

You Are Of Great Value

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 9, 2022

Using the parables of the lost sheep and lost coin, we can understand the great value God has placed upon our lives and how passionately He works to save us from sin.

THERE HAS BEEN ONE PARTICULAR STATEMENT THAT HAS BEEN THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND MY MINISTRY, IT WOULD BE THIS, WICH SAYS: “JUST THINK, YOU’RE NOT HERE BY CHANCE, BUT BY GOD’S CHOOSING. HIS HAND FORMED YOU AND MADE YOU THE PERSON YOU ARE. HE COMPARES YOU TO NO ONE ELSE; YOU ARE ONE OF A KIND. YOU ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, 2 Peter 3:9, Luke 19:10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Truths We Learn From Nicodemus

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 18, 2002

The account of Nicodemus’ conversion refutes those who say: "I have always been saved, I can’t remember ever being lost" and proclaims "You must be born again!"

TRUTHS WE LEARN FROM NICODEMUS "There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, ’Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these miracles that You do unless God is with him." John 3:1-2. Expanded ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Beware Of Ravenous Wolves Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 23, 2024

Things are not always as they seem; and Jesus shares what to look for in identifying false prophets. These are false teachers, ravenous wolves, who seek to feed and save themselves, rather than feed and protect the flock.

Allow me to begin with an illustration: As Little Red Riding Hood is heading to her grandmother’s house; a wolf comes along and finds out where she lives. He travels ahead, enters the house, and eats the grandmother! When Little Red Riding Hood arrives, she notices her grandmother’s unusual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Songs Of Ascent – Part 6 – Psalm 124 – The Lord Is On Our Side For He Is Our Help Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 17, 2023

This psalm speaks of the great help of the Lord to deliver from enemies and the ability of the Lord to keep His own. Israel failed over and over, but the nation will turn to the Lord and be saved. Failure and defeat are not always the end.

THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 6 – PSALM 124 – THE LORD IS ON OUR SIDE FOR HE IS OUR HELP Psalm 124 - A Song of Ascents, of David [A]. INTRODUCTION We are moving steadily through the Psalms of Ascent and today we do Psalm 124. This collection of 15 beautiful Psalms was sung by the Hebrew pilgrims ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:16, Psalm 124:1-3, Deuteronomy 28:7, Deuteronomy 28:15, Deuteronomy 28:20, Deuteronomy 28:25, Deuteronomy 28:47-48, Genesis 15:18, Exodus 23:31, Deuteronomy 9:13-14, Deuteronomy 9:19, Psalm 124:4-5, Hosea 3:4, Hosea 3:5, Romans 11:25-26, Jonah 2:3-5, Psalm 69:1-2, Psalm 69:14-15, Psalm 124:6-7, Psalm 18:46-49, Psalm 27:1-3, Psalm 31:1-8, Psalm 91:3, Psalm 124:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sovereign Stone Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 4, 2013

Paul teaches that God chooses those whom He will save; to those whom He does not save, Jesus becomes a stumbling stone, but to those He chooses He becomes the Rock of Salvation.

“The Sovereign Stone” Romans 9:30-33 We looked at Romans 9, which records many Old Testament references from God’s Word concerning the Sovereignty of God. We saw how the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist