Sermons on Purpose Of Church:

Jesus Is __________

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 26, 2020

The best discovery you will ever make is that of Who Jesus is and place He has and what role He plays in your life.

“JESUS IS _____!” PSALM 107:1-16/ David P. Nolte (I am indebted to Zach Williams for the basic main points.) When you say, “Jesus is ......” the list is practically unending. Actually there are about 200 names or titles for Jesus in the Bible. For instance, “Jesus is: Lord; Master; The Way; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Measure Upon Measure – Sorrow – The Restoration Of God - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 4, 2025

What a ruined state lives are in with devastating sorrow. Sorrow is a result of the fall but what JOY results from the work of Christ. Our faith can be underpinned by an inexpressible joy, bathed in the glory of God. Jesus has done wonderful things changing sorrow into joy.

MEASURE UPON MEASURE – SORROW – THE RESTORATION OF GOD - Part 8 In the last message we continued these consequences of sin resulting from Adam’s fall in Eden. Firstly we did guilt and shame, then separation, then the curse, and now we continue sorrow. Sin caused so much destruction but we also ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:12, John 20:20, Mark 14:11, John 16:20-22, 1 Peter 1:8-9, John 15:11, Isaiah 35:10, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 2:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is True Love?

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jul 5, 2025

What is true love? How do you know if you have found it? In this message, we're going to explore Scripture to find the answers we need to know the love we have is the love meant for us.

There’s a lot of so-called love in our world today that is not really love but is instead based on selfishness and even lust. Many couples marry to satisfy their own selfish needs, realizing later that it doesn’t work. There IS such a thing as true love, which is a selfless love. This is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giving Thanks

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

Thanksgiving is not a quiet game. It’s not us sitting on the sidelines. It’s not sitting on the back row. It’s actively participating.

Make a joyful shout to the LORD, all you lands! - 100:1 How would you describe our worship to the Lord? Worship is to be joyful and expressive. “Make a joyful noise to the Lord; shout joyfully to the Lord.” As we come into this Thanksgiving week, we look at what is one of the most beloved and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Only Boast

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 17, 2022

a sermon about the cross as our only basis for boasting

In “The Guns Of Will Sonnett,” Will, portrayed by Walter Brennan, informed someone that one of his sons was a fast gun but that his grandson was even faster. And then he added, “And I’m better than both of ‘em—no brag, just fact.” That line . . . “no brag, just fact” . . . or a variation of it has ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus: Mark 9 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 10 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 9.

Following Jesus (10) Scott Bayles, pastor Scripture: Mark 9:2-10 Blooming Grove Christian Church: 3/5/2017 For nine weeks we’ve followed Jesus from the banks of the Jordan River to a Judean Synagogue, across the Sea of Galilee and into the dusty villages of Caesarea Philippi. In the first two ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Which Side Of Easter Are You Living On? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of Christ's resurrection, encouraging believers to live in hope and joy, serving God with energy, boldness, and contentment.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, bound by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ, and united in our shared faith and fellowship. What a blessing it is to be in the presence of God's family, to share in the warmth of His love and the comfort of His grace. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:55

Topics: Resurrection

Is History Repeating Itself? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 14, 2024

This sermon explores the prophecies of Scripture, warns against superficial faith, and emphasizes the importance of genuine worship in deepening our relationship with God.

Good morning, cherished family in Christ. It's a joy to be with you all today, to share in the fellowship of faith, to bask in the warmth of our shared belief, and to stand together on the solid rock of our Savior's love. I am thrilled to be here with you, as we gather under the sheltering wings of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:1-11, Daniel 7:13, Revelation 19:11-16

Topics: Palm Sunday

The Re-Creation Story Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon explores the concept of re-creation through the story of the empty tomb in John's gospel, emphasizing how the Risen Christ's love for us offers a chance for resurrection and transformation.

The story of the empty tomb in John’s gospel is one of re-creation with hints back to Genesis and John 1. The Risen Christ sees Mary just as she is and loves her. The Risen Jesus sees all of us, too, just as we are and offers to re-create us with resurrection life. This is the fulfillment of God ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Topics: Resurrection Life, Re-Creation, Divine Love

Sowing Seeds Of Iniquity

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 31, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 16: 1 – 50

Numbers 16: 1 – 50 Sowing seeds of iniquity 16 Now Korah the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, with Dathan and Abiram the sons of Eliab, and On the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took men; 2 and they rose up before Moses with some of the children of Israel, two hundred and fifty ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Beauty And The Beast

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 16, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 25: 1 –44

1 Samuel 25: 1 –44 Beauty and the Beast 25 Then Samuel died; and the Israelites gathered together and lamented for him, and buried him at his home in Ramah. And David arose and went down to the Wilderness of Paran.2 Now there was a man in Maon whose business was in Carmel, and the man was very ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Choose Your Destiny : Man’s Amazing Power Of Choice

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 16, 2003

1.RELIGION VS RELATIONSHIP 2.REASON VS REVELATION 3.RESISTANCE VS REPENTANCE 4.REPROBATION VS REFORMATION 5.RENUNCIATION VS RESOLUTION 6.REGRET VS REJOICING 7.RETRIBUTION VS REWARD

CHOOSE YOUR DESTINY : MAN’S AMAZING POWER OF CHOICE ****************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.RELIGION VS RELATIONSHIP 2.REASON VS REVELATION 3.RESISTANCE VS REPENTANCE 4.REPROBATION VS REFORMATION 5.RENUNCIATION ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-68

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is All This Talk About Being Born Again?

Contributed by Neal Bishop on Jan 13, 2005

A small and simple explanation of what being born again is all about.

There are a number of belief systems in the world today, and naturally, they all claim to be “The Truth.” So, if we define truth as being relative to things that change, then what is presented by any belief system has to be equal, in validity, to anything else presented. This would be so because ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Devil Is A Boring Preacher

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 23, 2009

The message of the preacher blessed by God will disturb the casual, even as it glorifies the Master. Contrary to every expectation, the message presented by the servants of the devil is boring, generating no excitement and no reaction.

“When they had passed through Amphipolis and Apollonia, they came to Thessalonica, where there was a synagogue of the Jews. And Paul went in, as was his custom, and on three Sabbath days he reasoned with them from the Scriptures, explaining and proving that it was necessary for the Christ to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From David Pt 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 11, 2009

David’s sin came because he stopped doing what he was supposed to be doing. A nobody became a somebody who became a fugitive who then became a king and then forgot that he was accountable to God for all his actions!

Lessons from David pt 5 “A Fallen King pt a” Thesis: David’s sin came because he stopped doing what he was supposed to be doing. A nobody became a somebody who became a fugitive who then became a king and then forgot that he was accountable to God for all his actions! Scripture Texts: II Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational