Sermons on Priesthood:

Chosen, Royal And Holy Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 15, 2009

1- We are a chosen people 2- We are a royal priesthood 3- We are a holy nation

INTRO.- ILL.- A guy had been feeling down for so long that he finally decided to seek the aid of a psychiatrist. He went there, lay on the couch, spilled his guts then waited for the profound wisdom of the psychiatrist to make him feel better. The psychiatrist asked a few questions, took some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Peculiar People (April 30 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 27, 2023

Peter is telling us is that we should not let the things of this world, nor the people of this world distract us from the business of the Gospel! Today we want to talk about provocateurs, peculiar people and our priesthood.

THE PECULIAR PEOPLE Text:1 Peter 2:9-16 1 Peter 2: 1 - 10: Rid yourselves, therefore, of all malice, and all guile, insincerity, envy, and all slander. 2 Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation— 3 if indeed you have tasted ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Highlights Of Hebrews

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

The key points of the book written to the Hebrews

The Seven Superiorities of Hebrews 1. Superiority of Christ over the Prophets (1:1-3) 2. Superiority of Christ over the Angels (1:4-2:18) 3. Superiority of Christ over Moses (3:1-4:14) 4. Superiority of Christ’s Priesthood (4:14-7:28) 5. Superiority of Christ’s Covenant ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Rebukes Priests. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 18, 2024

In the Bible, God rebukes priests for their disobedience, corruption, and neglect of their duties.

In the Bible, God rebukes priests for their disobedience, corruption, and neglect of their duties. This rebuke serves as a warning and a call to repentance, not only for priests but also for all believers. Let us , explore biblical instances of God rebuking priests and the lessons we can learn ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9, Isaiah 1:10-17

The Mystery And Ministry Of Melchizedek Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 15, 2024

As we explore Melchizedek's role and relevance to our faith, we will uncover profound truths that have the power to transform our understanding of Christ's priesthood and our own spiritual lives.

The Mystery and Ministry of Melchizedek Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of discovery into the intriguing figure of Melchizedek, a mysterious and significant figure in the Old Testament. As we explore Melchizedek's role and relevance to our faith, we will uncover profound truths ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20, Hebrews 7:1-3, Hebrews 7:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

You And Me In The World

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 7, 2009

God has a view of what he expects his children to be. In His view they are a family of priest sent to represent Him in the world.

You and Me in the world Last week we talked about vision…We tried to see vision via God’s eyes….Which I believe is not limited by the walls of a building or a membership. A church that does not have a vision that extends past the walls or the church property is held back by man made limits and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Polluted Sacrifices

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 28, 2012

God accused the Israelite priests of sinning in two ways... treating the sacrifice with contempt and teaching the people to do the same. We, as a Priesthood of Believers, have the same job as the priests and perhaps are guilty of the same failures.

POLLUTED SACRIFICES MALACHI 1:6-14 INTRODUCTION: Every year Americans leave in their wake 20 million tons of paper 26 billion bottles and 3 million gallons of water In our scripture for today, the prophet, Malachi was also talking about pollution because the effects of pollution had hit ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

Levi Paid Tithes In Abraham

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 3, 2014

To show that we are blessed even before we give our tithes, because of JESUS CHRIST who already paid the price of our redemption.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you blessed after giving tithes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are blessed even before we give our tithes, because of JESUS CHRIST who already paid the price of our redemption. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:9 (Amplified Bible) 7:9 A person might ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Fit Man - A Study Of The Garments Of Aaron - The Robe Of The Ephod Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

Aaron's robe of the ephod is important to understand and how clear the type is for the NT saint of God.

Exodus 28:1-3 KJV And take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother, and his sons with him, from among the children of Israel, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office, even Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron's sons. [2] And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The High Priest

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 21, 2018

Divine Ordination of Christ

Mid-week Message/Devotion March 21, 2018 Reading: Hebrews 5:5-10 Jesus the High Priest Admittedly, this week’s New Testament reading lends more to a bible study than a message with life applications. We will employ some extrapolations and historical references to aid us in understanding ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Me? A Priest? Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 3, 2018

Being a priest is an AWESOME PRIVILEGE and AWESOME RESPONSIBILITY. Leviticus 8-10 is the ordination of Aaron and the death of Nabab and Abihu. In the NT, we are all priests!

Me? A Priest? Selections from Leviticus 8-10 My wife’s grandmother was a woman who always spoke her mind. When my then-fiancee told her grandmother that she was going to marry a minister, the crusty old woman said, “Marry a priest? I wouldn’t do that! You can do that if you want, but I would never ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 8:1-36, Leviticus 9:1-24, Leviticus 10:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pictures Of My Exponential Church Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

Pictures of my exponential church

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Don’t just look at differences in doctrine, culture, liturgy, class (upper, middle and lower) or age distinction (youth vs. elderly church). 2. “I will build My church” (Matt. 16:18). a. Not supervise outward arrangements. b. Not organize people, programs, facilities, time, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23, 1 Peter 2:5

Denomination: Baptist

God Will Not Be Outdone In Generosity

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 25, 2015

The revolutionary call of Jesus to us is to act with power and authority to bring God's love to the world.

Fourth Sunday in Course 2014 The Courage to Be Astonished When I consider the words of the Holy Gospel today, I wonder if any of us can really understand the feelings that overwhelmed the Jews who heard Jesus preaching on this day nearly two thousand years ago. It’s a bit like going to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

Profile: Chosen People Series

Contributed by John Romeo Verastigue Etis on Jul 5, 2015

This series entitled "PROFILE", meaning our profile in the eyes of the Living God.

9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Profile: Recipient Of Mercy Series

Contributed by John Romeo Verastigue Etis on Jul 6, 2015

This series entitled "PROFILE", meaning our profile in the eyes of the Living God.

9 But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvellous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian Church