Sermons on Pictures Of Committment:

Irritating God

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 3, 2024

We human beings can and do sometimes irritate God. When we fail to respect God properly, the result is not a pretty picture. Our attitude toward God affects our lives significantly.

Irritating God (Numbers 11:1-35) 1. This older Jewish man was on the operating table awaiting surgery and he insisted that his son, a renown surgeon, perform the operation. As he was about to receive the anesthesia he asked to speak to his son. "Yes Dad, what is it?" "Don't be ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-35, John 6:1-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deep Roots

Contributed by John Huyser on Jan 10, 2023

The picture seen around the world - NFL Players and staff on their knees in prayer. What does that say to us and were all those prayers indeed heard and answered? Why is this answer important for believers today?

It was the picture of 2023 seen around the world. Even non-sports fans were impacted as Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest following a play on Monday Night. Medical teams rushed in. For 10 agonizing minutes CPR was administered. Finally, a faint heartbeat was detected. The ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:1-13

What Will Heaven Be Like? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 6, 2019

Compared to other world religions, Christianity has very little to say about what heaven will be like. Why would that be and what can we learn from what the Bible DOES say about our eternal home?

A little boy got on the elevator with his father at the Empire State Building. They were going to the observation deck at the top and view the city. As the elevator ascended the boy watched the signs flash as they went by the floors: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70. The farther up they went, the more ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Proper Recognition Of Authority

Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004

This sermon explores the faithful response of the centurion to Jesus. His faith in Jesus is rooted in his understanding of authority. This centurion has provided us with a picture of what it means to know Jesus Christ - as Lord of our lives.

The text for this morning’s message is taken from the Gospel lesson read earlier, especially these verses, [6 So Jesus went with them. He was not far from the house when the centurion sent friends to say to him: “Lord, don’t trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. 7 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Bleakest Of The Bleak Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 20, 2003

The Work Christ accomplished on the Cross is more than we can know, but we can at least understand a few of the most important accomplishments. The events surrounding the crucifixion picture the theology behind this monumental climax of history.

The Bleakest of the Bleak (Matt. 27:45-55, John 19:30, Luke 23:47-48) Intro 1. I am into spot removing and solvents---at least a little bit. 2. Here are some common spot or stain treatments: (show removers, bleach, ammonia, etc.) 3. Some solvents will remove only some stains 4. Sometimes two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-55, John 19:30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Calling Of The Bride

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Mar 27, 2004

Abraham had a promise from God. His sons wife was going to be part of that promise and so Abraham was determined that Isaac married the right person. This is a picture of how god the Father looks for a Bride for His Son.

The Calling of the Bride. Genesis 24:1-9... Genesis 24:12-24... ...The servant explains why he has been sent and what has happened to Laban, Rebekahs brother... Genesis 24:54-59... Genesis 24:66-67. This is the account of Abraham sending out his servant to find a bride for his son, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Changes Water To Wine Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 1 in the series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Jesus changes the water to wine, which is the results of believing, and what happens in the heart of a person who believes that Jesus is Christ.

Beginning the Second “P” “The Public Ministry of Jesus” Picture # 1: The Results Of Believing; and What Happens To The Person Who Believes That Jesus Christ Is The Christ! Text: John 2:1-11 Jesus Changes Water to Wine Review: What is the purpose of John’s writing his Gospel? John 20:31 ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

John's Testimony Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

What does true greatness look like? We see it pictured in John the Baptist as he answers those who asked him who he was. His exhaltation of Christ is exemplary for us all.

John’s Testimony Fortifying the Foundations #3 John 1:19-34 3-16-03 Intro: This morning I want to share with you the third message in a series from the Gospel of John. As God has opened this book to us I have become more and more convinced of the importance of foundational doctrine in our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Charismatic

Your New Home Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

Through a marvelous word picture, our text describes the heavenly home the Lord has waiting for those whose names are written in the Book of Life. What’s that home like? Revelation 21 describes it.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Your New Home’s Waiting! John 14:2; Revelation 20:1-4, 10-27; 22:1-5 Introduction: What would your dream house be like? If money were no object, what would your dream house include? Perhaps, it would be like Bill ...read more

Scripture: John 14:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restoration And Commission

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 14, 2008

Jesus restores individual lives and them gives them the ministry of restoration. In fact- this is His plan: the restoration of the whole world. Three stories of individual restoration and then a step back to look at the big picture of global restoration

Restoration and commission Luke 7:36-50 1) A sinful woman 1.1 Differences in gospels 1.1.1 all contain conflict 1.1.2 Jn & Mt= over extravagance 1.2 Big problem! "If Jesus knew!" Problem of Roman Occupation Temple/freedom being taken 1.2.1 Sadducees: Problem solved by collaboration! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Good News And Bad News Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 8, 2013

The phrase "I have good news and bad news" has pretty much been immortalized. But it reminds us that the sweet and bitter are often mixed together. Revelation paints such a 'good news-badnews' picture of life.

“The Great Unveiling: Good News and Bad News” Rev. 10:1 – 11:19 The phrase of “I have good news and bad news” has pretty much been immortalized. It’s often used jokingly, sometimes seriously; it points to the fact that things could be worse, or perhaps that ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Patience: The Patience Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 31, 2012

God is patience with us. The motivation for patience is the redemption of man. We bear the fruit of patience when we (1) trust God's timing, (2) see the big picture, and (3) use our wait wisely.

2 Peter 3:8-9 8 But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. 9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Triumphal Entry

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 28, 2012

We see the revelation of Jesus as the coming King. It involves both a false concept and the true concept of His coming. It’s a picture of how men have seen Jesus down through the centuries.

Tonight we see the revelation of Jesus as the coming King. It involves both a false concept and the true concept of His coming. It’s a picture of how men have seen Jesus down through the centuries. Tonight’s passage is the familiar passage of Jesus’ triumphal entry into ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

God Rescues!

Contributed by Jordan Satterfield on Jan 29, 2013

4 word pictures from Psalm 107. People are in real trouble...1) Stranded in the Desert 2) Sitting in a Dungeon 3) Suffering with Disease and 4) Sinking in the deep. They cry out to God & God Rescues!

God Rescues! Psalm 107 Introduction: Warren Wiersbe told about a ministerial student in Evanston, Illinois, who was part of a life-saving squad. In 1860, a ship went aground on the shore of Lake Michigan near Evanston, and Edward Spencer waded again and again into the frigid waters to rescue 17 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-32

Denomination: Holiness

Lesson 18: Negative Example: Pagans Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 18, 2018

Verses 17, 18, and 19 give us the picture of the unregenerate and we are NOT to walk as they walk. By nature the unregenerate has a mind filled with vanity. His understanding is darkened. The heart of the unregenerate is blind. He has no feeling . . .

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/29/17 Lesson 18: Negative Example: Pagans (Ephesians 4:17-19) Ephesians 4:17-19 (KJV) 17 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Baptist