Sermons on Proud Older Brother:

View From A Deck Chair

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 31, 2007

A sermon on vision for a new year. This was written almost 10 years ago. Some of the illustrations may need to be update.

The passage that I am using for a text is one that, when you hear it, will sound familiar to you. It is like Psalm 23, John 3 or 1 Corinthians 13 ... we wonder what more can be said about it. It is a passage that, if you are not familiar with Scripture, you will assume you read it in a magazine, or ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

How Can The Lord Help You Counsel People In Need?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What does the Bible say about the best means of counseling those in distress? 1.

What does the Bible say about the best means of counseling those in distress? 1. Learn to delegate counseling tasks to those who are best suited to each person and their problem. Moses wrote, "Moses' father-in-law replied, "What you are doing is not good. You and these people who come to you will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:17-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Foolishness Of Rehoboam Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 1, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: It is useless if a wise king will only hand over the kingdom to a foolish son. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD needed to be first in everything in your life and humility brings grace to your l

I. EXORDIUM: It is useless if a wise king will only hand over the kingdom to a foolish son. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD needed to be first in everything in your life and humility brings grace to your life. IV. TEXT: 1 Kings 12:8 (New Living Translation, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping Promises

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2010

In O.T. times some Israelites made vows to God. Definition: Vows are commitments to God to perform some duty or abstain from some activity.

Gal 3:15 Brethren, I speak after the manner of men; Though it be but a man's covenant, yet if it be confirmed, no man disannulleth, or addeth thereto. Gal 3:16 Now to Abraham and his seed were the promises made. He saith not, And to seeds, as of many; but as of one, And to thy seed, which is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Thank God I'm Not Like.....

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Sep 11, 2013

Being thankful that through a relationship with Christ we can be changed

Over the years, we tend to change. The change is primarily physical and requires no effort on our part our hair tends to turn gray or maybe even thin a little or just disappear. We may gain or lose weight, get a few wrinkles and these are just a few changes that we go through. When it comes to who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Makes Us Family: Intro To James Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Nov 15, 2019

The gospel makes us family: Intro to James

Open your bibles to 1 Corinthians 15 We are going to spend our time today introducing you to James half-brother of Jesus. As we begin our new series from the Book of James entitled Faith That Works. In his commentary R. Kent Hughes says “one thing is clear about the book of James—the dominant ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who's Missing Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Dec 12, 2011

Doesn't it matter what sinners do? Don't they have to pay for their wrongs especially when its been against us? How do we feel when we find out it doesn't cost a sinner anything to come back? Isn't this a free ride and against everything what those who ha

Series: Lost Message: Who’s Missing? Texts: Luke 15:25-32 Date: August 14 Pastor: Dave McBeath OFFERING/VIDEO As the ushers come forward we are going to continue our time of worship with an offering. This is an opportunity for those of us who are Christ followers to show God our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching The Lost

Contributed by Reylourd Reyes on Jun 23, 2009

A lecture sermon on the Parable trilogy of the Losts.

CLC-wide Youth Leadership & Evangelism Seminar March 14-15, 2009 Wilma’s Resort Florida Blanca, Pampanga Reaching Out to the Inactive Members Prepared by: Reylourd Reyes Church Pastor- Angeles Worship Center Outline Introduction While it is true, that the Bible warns us that one of the signs of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-20

Denomination: Adventist

Jesus Wept Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Feb 10, 2020

The 34th sermon in a series we're doing on John's Gospel. In this particular sermon we look at the shortest verse in the Bible, and we discuss why Jesus wept. We examine sin and it's effects, and how Jesus is the answer to our sin problem.

Jesus Wept (Gospel of John Part 34) Text: John 11:28-44 So; if you remember from last time, Jesus had just spoken with Martha, and Martha was strengthened in her faith and she ended up making an amazing confession of faith in Jesus. And she left Him, in order to go get her sister Mary. And ...read more

Scripture: John 11:28-44, 1 Corinthians 15:26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Really Counts

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 18, 2016

This message is about a father's responsibility to his children first and foremost.

What Really Counts Father’s Day 2016 Scriptures: Matthew 6:3-4; 16:21-26 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “What Really Counts.” I want to say to all of the fathers present and who might be reading this message, “Happy Father’s Day!” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is Love

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 9, 2004

Paul gives us the meaning of true love in I Corinthians 13.

INTRO.- ILL.- Here are some children’s ideas about love. - Glenn, age 7 - If falling love is anything like learning how to spell, I don’t want to do it. It takes too long. - Tom, age 5 - Once I’m in kindergarten, I’m going to find me a wife. - Kenny, age 7 - It gives me a headache to think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Hard To Go Back Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Aug 16, 2005

An inductive style look at Jacob’s wrestling match with God--a case study in a transformed life.

It’s Hard to Go Back Genesis 32:22-32 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Sometimes it’s hard to go home. It was for Jacob. Jacob was headed home for the first time in twenty years. Twenty years is a long time. A lot can change. On the other hand, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Princes Son

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010

The Princes Son (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: John chapter 4 verses 43-54. ILL: • In the for sale section of a local newspaper, was an advert saying;. • ‘Dog for sale, it eats anything and is fond of children’. • Now think about that for a moment; • And realize all that this sign is potentially ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54

Denomination: Brethren

An Important Invitation To A Fantastic Party

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 5, 2011

It was nice of God to invite us to this party. But the purpose of the party makes turning down the invitation very serious.

Passage: Matthew 22:1-13 Intro: Throwing a party can be a dangerous thing. 1. because you can make great preparations, but if no one comes… 2. years ago we had a big Sunday to “kick off” our church. We had worked for weeks, sent out invitations, made thousands of phone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Best For Both Worlds Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 15, 2017

part of our mission and vision involves "All-In Discipleship." This can only occur when we realize we are IN the world but not OF the world. In fact, the world is in a serious battle with God, His Son, His Spirit, and His people.

1. A Challenge in Preaching Every Week – the Needs of Each Member a. “Feed me,” – I am hungering to hear from God. b. “Minister to Me,” – I am hurting because of: *Illness in my family *Illness I am facing *Death in my family or a friend *Employment Stresses *Bad Decisions c. “Help me feel ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ