Sermons on Origin:

The Search For Happiness

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 28, 2019

In the 1600s, the brilliant French mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer and Catholic theologian, Blaise Pascal, wrote, “Everyone, without exception, is searching for happiness." An article I read listed seven habits of chronically unhappy people....

In the 1600s, the brilliant French mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer and Catholic theologian, Blaise Pascal, wrote, “Everyone, without exception, is searching for happiness." An article I read listed seven habits of chronically unhappy people. *A default belief that life is hard. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Old Testament Law And The New Testament Christian Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 22, 2015

Paul said in Romans 6:14, “we are not under law but under grace”. So does that mean the law has no value to us? If we think because we are a Christian under the new covenant we don’t have to pay any attention to the old covenant we are mistaken.

“OLD TESTAMENT LAW AND THE NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN” Matthew 5:17-20 INTRODUCTION: (‘I tell you the truth’-first instance we find this phrase is in Mt. 5). We might think that because we are a Christian and under the new covenant, as I talked about last week in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mystery Babylon, In Medo-Persia And Greece Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Jul 6, 2015

With this section we cover the rest of the Old Testament period. "Babylon" has served as a backdrop to the Biblical story from early Genesis. It is still the backdrop, in our own day!

7: DANIEL AND BABYLON 600 B.C. In captivity, the Jews continue to manifest a presence. Daniel in particular is a thorn in the side of Babylon, and Satan takes special measures to rid the earth of him, all of which are unsuccessful. (For those who have not done so recently, a quick reading of ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 8:1-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christmas Eve The Stories Behind The Carols

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 25, 2010

A Christmas Eve Serivce with a message on Jesus as the light of the World

Christmas Eve The Stories Behind the Carols P. Bruce: Welcome & introduction Carols: Getting it Right Hark! The Herald Angels Sing Stephanie: "Hark! The Herald Angels Sing" is a Christmas carol which first appeared in Hymns and Sacred Poems in 1739. having been written by Charles Wesley . A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Seven-Fold Purpose Of Marriage - A Biblical View Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Aug 28, 2014

“The LORD God said, "It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him." (Genesis 2:18)

The Original purpose of marriage, family, relationship and Completion in Scripture are found in the Book of Genesis. Listen as I read Genesis 2:18-24. According to Dr. David Mace, "Poor communication is the main problem in 86% of all troubled marriages." A Happy and healthy home is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dear God, What Were You Thinking Series

Contributed by John Salley on Jun 18, 2012

This message reaches from Genesis to Revelation in explaining that when God first created our world it was "very good." Since the fall of humanity, God has been working to restore creation and we are invited to help

God, what were you thinking? ( Series: Questions I would ask God) Genesis 1:31-2:3, Isaiah 11:1-10, Revelation 21:1-6 NOTE: Sermon Central friends. As one who has long benefited by reading and extracting from other's sermons on this site. I have finally decided to contribute a summer series ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Introduction To Psalms

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 2, 2024

Introduction to Psalms (Taught for a Sunday school class; material adapted from Ronnie Woolard, Professor at Mid Atlantic Christian University)

HoHum: Philip Yancey wrote in How I learned to stop hating and start loving the Psalms: “People around me seemed to use the book as a spiritual medicine cabinet. “If you feel depressed, read Psalm 37.” If you health fails, try Psalm 121.” That approach never worked for me. Instead, I would ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-2, Colossians 3:16, Psalm 95:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Worry [part 2] Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 1, 2022

God gives us insight and wisdom through His word, which gives us understanding. The Psalmist wrote in Psalm 119:100, "I understand more than the aged Because I have observed Thy precepts."

WORRY [part 2] INTRODUCTION The Philosopher said, "life can only be understood backward, but it must be lived forwards." in life, particularly that of a believer, many things are encountered that are not understood right away. Sometimes not even until the end of our lives do we grasp an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Man Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 9, 2022

Every human being is God’s creation. A person made in His image. Only when we are properly related to God can we experience the fullness God intended for us.

It is said that Socrates was obsessed with one central aim in his search for wisdom: To know himself. The basic question is what is man? This is a legitimate question. When a young man leaves home traveling aimlessly in search of “finding himself” he is looking for the answer to an important ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28, Psalm 100:3

Denomination: Baptist

Advent 4: Jesus Is Here PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 1, 2023

Encourages understanding and embodying Jesus' teachings of truth, justice, and joy, guided by the wisdom and love of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Good morning, dear congregation. As we gather here today, we find ourselves in the comforting embrace of our shared faith, in the heartening presence of our Lord Jesus Christ. We stand together, on the precipice of understanding, looking towards the horizon of enlightenment that our faith promises ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37

Topics: Presents, Presence

Kingdom Connections Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the importance of fellowship and relationships in our faith journey, emphasizing that we are intentionally designed for connection and communal living.

Welcome back church! Today we’re going to jump into week 3 of our 4 week sermon series, Known. As we get started I want to reiterate that to know and be known are two of our deepest needs as relational beings. We were made for life-giving relationships and fellowship with one another. The communal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5, Matthew 16:18

Topics: Kingdom Connections, Fellowship, Life-Giving Relationships

Sermon Series: Known

Giving Modeled After Christ

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 31, 2003

This message looks at Christ as the model for our giving. Christ gave willingly, Joyfully, and Sacrificially. Our problem with giving is forgetting who gave first.

GIVING MODELED AFTER CHRIST JOHN 3:16 INTRODUCTION: I am amazed at some of the models in the Hobby Shops. Some of them are so expensive. Now, there are some cheap ones there, but if you really want a good and accurate model – it is going to cost you some money! You see, ultimately the model is ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Forms Of Worship Series

Contributed by Wah Lok Ng on Oct 9, 2001

This sermons shows how we must worship God with our body, soul and spirit.

THE FORMS OF WORSHIP By : Ng Wah Lok Introduction WORSHIP ORIGINATES FROM THE SPIRIT, ENGAGES THE SOUL AND MOVES THE BODY. Ng Wah Lok, 1999 I thought about the above phrase and used a car to illustrate worship. The Spirit in like the petrol in a car. Without the petrol, you cannot start the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24, Psalm 104:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Living Your Calling: Our Unique Abilities Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Nov 12, 2008

Part 2 of 3 in the Living Your Calling series

"Living Your Calling" Part 2 - Our Unique Abilities NewSong Church - 07/20/08 Winston Churchill, once said, “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” :: Thoughts on Festivals :: • So many vendors selling • Not commercial, cloned everybody-has-one-so-you-should-too ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-5

Denomination: *other

Regarding False Teachers Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009

Paul warns us that there are going to be those who pervert the truth of Christ and seek to spread a false teaching and that we must always be on guard for such teachers.

SERMON BRIEF Date Written: February 7, 2001 Date Preached: February 7, 2001 Church: BBC (PM) Wed Night FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for the Christian Walk Title: The Imperative Regarding False Teachers Text: Phil 3:2 “…Look out for the dogs, look out for the evilworkers, look ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:2

Denomination: Baptist