Sermons on preferences:

The Mark Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 28, 2024

John 13:34-35 tells us what is the mark of a Christian.

Introduction The story is told of a soldier in the army of Alexander the Great. The soldier was brought before the great world conqueror for a court-martial. When the emperor had listened to the charges and the evidence, he turned to the soldier facing condemnation, and asked, “What is your ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Keep Preaching PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To inspire and encourage believers to answer God's call to preach His Word with courage, commitment, and wisdom, even in the face of a world that may not always want to hear the truth.

Good morning, family of God! Today, we're going to dig into a rich passage from 2 Timothy, one that speaks to the heart of every believer, but especially to those who've felt that call to preach and share God's Word. We're talking about the call to preach, the courage to preach, and the commitment ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-4

Topics: Preaching

What Is Rhema

Contributed by Nick Penders on Dec 18, 2008

A sermon explaining what is rhema and what rhema can do in our life

What is Rhema? It is a Greek word. - It means the spoken word. When we say Rhema, we are meaning the direct spoken word of God. Rhema is to build up of the body of Christ, can be an information, revelation or instruction. We can say that it is the Holy Spirit speaking directly to our human ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believing Without Seeing

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 24, 2014

Faith comes by hearing; and hearing by the Word of God.

Believing without Seeing April 20, 2014 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Faith comes by hearing; and hearing by the Word of God. Focus Passage: John 20:19-29 Supplemental Passage: So faith comes from hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Fatherhood Of God

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 11, 2015

Salvation

John 1:6-14 THE FATHERHOOD OF GOD IS:- 12 But as many as received him, to them gave he power to become the sons of God, even to them that believe on his name: I. A MISUNDERSTOOD PRINCIPLE God is The Creator of All, The Saviour of All, But not the Father of All :- Eph 2:3 were by nature the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

The Chains Of Slavery Of Addiction Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 27, 2024

Addiction is a destructive force that enslaves millions of people worldwide.

Addiction is a destructive force that enslaves millions of people worldwide. While addiction is often viewed as a personal struggle, the Bible reveals a deeper spiritual dimension. Demonic influences can drive men to addiction, perpetuating a cycle of bondage and destruction. The Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:1, 1 Peter 5:8

Jesus Is No Turkey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 26, 2000

For Christ the King Sunday: This message contrasts the one-time celebrations to which we "invite" the turkey to the full-time, all-seasons lordship of Jesus.

After Thanksgiving dinner, the men in the house retired to the family room to share in that most sacred of spiritual rituals – we worshipped at the shrine of the great god football. And it was not long before someone scored a touchdown and went into a liturgical dance in the end zone: high fives, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

How To Communicate Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

HOW TO COMMUNICATE ACROSS CULTURES

TIPS FOR CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS Illustration: When Hudson Taylor was director of the China Inland Mission, he often interviewed candidates for the mission field. On one occasion, he met with a group of applicants to determine their motivations for service. "And why do you wish to go as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Neverland

Contributed by Jerry Goff on Jul 18, 2005

Neverland and Peter Pan have entertained children and adults for generations, but there are misconceptions among Church people that are nothing less than fantasy with no foundation in reality.

FINDING NEVERLAND June 19, 2005 Jerry Goff Magnolia Springs A/G Hurley, Mississippi There is a movie that was released recently entitled “Finding Neverland. The movie was nominated for several academy awards and explains how the author of Peter Pan, James Barrie, was inspired to write the very ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:22-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Apostles' Creed

Contributed by Tony Grant on Sep 30, 2005

The Apostles’ Creed enables us to articulate our faith in Christ.

Apostles’ Creed 2 Timothy 1:13 08/28/05 2390 words I invite you to turn in your Bibles with me to 2 Timothy, chapter one, and follow along as I read v13. “Hold to the standard of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus.” Amen. The Word of God. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Which Tent: Content Or Discontent? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 14, 2005

A sermon based on Richard Foster’s Book Celebration of Discipline pages 93 to 95. Nothing new here (except # 9) but a source of illustrations

6 Steps for Simplicity Sermon for 3/13/2005 Introduction: Hakunamatata in Lion King. WBTU: A. Read Scripture for the morning: Philippians 4:11-13 B. Now, when I say that we should be content, I do not mean that we should be content with many of the things in this world. We should not be content ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pleasing God Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jun 26, 2007

Choosing to live lives pleasing to God, and what that will involve and look like.

For some it would be a big slice of chocolate cake, for others a bowl of yogurt. For some it would be mountain climbing, hang gliding or para-sailing, while others would prefer to stay indoors, working on their computer or watching television. For some it would mean playing sports, for others ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

Learn To Drive Series

Contributed by Neil Lieder on Feb 12, 2007

Learn to Drive Series Intro. is the first sermon in a series encouraging personal spiritual growth starting with salvation and ending with spiritual maturity.

(Praise Team – “On the Road Again”) Learn to Drive Isaiah 43:19 Learn to drive is our theme for our Church this year. Tonight I want to show you some things that may convict you and some things that will encourage you. Jesus taught in riddles, and if you listen to this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Behold Thy Son . . . Behold Thy Mother" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 26, 2007

A sermon on the third of our Savior’s sayings from the cross.

If you and I had been in Jerusalem that Passover afternoon when Jesus was crucified, I wonder how near the cross we would have stood. It is one thing to sing, "Jesus, keep me near the cross," and it is quite another thing to actually stay near the cross. Roman soldiers were there because of duty. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

How Should I Study The Bible?

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 1, 2008

Directions on the attitudes we ought to have when we look into the Divine Word of God given for our direction and instruction

HOW SHOULD I STUDY THE BIBLE? INTRODUCTION 1. Most dads have done it a. Children get a toy for Christmas or birthday that needs “some assembly” b. We are smart enough to figure it out so we start that light assembly without the directions c. Hours later when the toy is not finished, does not ...read more

Scripture: John 12:48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ