Sermons on Putting Others First:

Blessings Of Following Christ #1 - We Get To Worship (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 20, 2008

Second in this series. This message is part two of the "first" benefit - we get to worship.

Blessings of Following Christ #1 – We Get to Worship (Part 2) Various Scriptures October 21, 2007 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." We: Just a quick warning – you won’t be beating the Baptists to Steak and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:2

Denomination: Wesleyan

Paul's Pattern Of Preaching - Acts 26:20

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2011

Learn from the Apostle Paul his pattern of his first preaching in Damascus.

Paul's Pattern Of Preaching - Acts 26:20 Acts 26:20 First to those in Damascus, then to those in Jerusalem and in all Judea, and to the Gentiles also, I preached that they should repent and turn to God and prove their repentance by their deeds. I. Start From Where You Are II. Back To Your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Was Sick Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 21, 2015

6th in this series. Concept borrowed from Tim Cook, a fellow preacher. A Study of Matthew 25 and how the church can put it into practice.

Intro: Matthew 25:34-40 Being sick is one set of circumstances every one of us can relate to. I don’t care who you are, you’ve been sick, or are sick, or are about to be sick. It’s just a fact of life. One of the first questions we start asking when someone gets sick is: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adultery In The Heart Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Oct 31, 2014

According to the Law of Moses, adultery carried a death sentence. Jesus equates lust with adultery. Was Jesus commanding lust-filled people to be put to death?

How many of you remember Abigail Van Buren? She wrote a daily column answering questions from readers. Once a man wrote: "Dear Abby, I am in love and I am having an affair with two different women other than my wife. I love my wife but I love these other women too. Please tell me what to do, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28

Denomination: Foursquare

A Face In The Crowd.

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 21, 2003

This message asks; Who would you have been on that first Easter?

Now they call it the via da la Rosa, the way of sorrows, then it was just another street. And as Christ made his way up the crudely paved streets to Golgotha the crowd pushed and shoved to get a glimpse of the one who was called king of the Jews. The way was packed as Jews from all over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-44, Matthew 27:27

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Vine And The Vinedresser Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Mar 15, 2007

Sermon on John 15:1 first sermon on series on John 15.

THE VINE AND THE VINEDRESSER Series on John 15 pt. 1 John 15:1 12/10/06 Today we are beginning a series of messages on John chapter 15. We will be going through the whole chapter verse by verse. I am not sure what lead me to preach on John 15. I wanted to spend some time on the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1

Denomination: Bible Church

All In Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 26, 2013

God's Power, Following Christ, Love for others

ALL IN 1 Cor 9:19-23 (p797) August 25, 2013 INTRODUCTION: I want you to try something (and if you’re like me I’m barley co-ordinated enough to do it)…Cross your arms as you normally would, now look down and see which arm is on top…half of you probably see your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are Good People Exempt From Suffering? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Dec 25, 2000

This is the first sermon in a series entitled, "When Life Takes a Turn for the Worse"

We are beginning a new series this morning based on the book of Job. Even though the book of Job is probably the oldest book in the Bible, it is still very relevant for today. In fact, it will always be relevant as long as there is suffering in the world. You see, this book tackles one of life’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Principles Of Worship Series

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 28, 2003

First of a series on "The Word On Worship. This sermon deals with the principles of worship.

The Word On Worship The Word On Worship John 4:19-24, Acts 17:23, Ex. 20:1-6 “Christian churches have come to the dangerous time predicted long ago. It is a time when we can pat one another on the back, congratulate ourselves and join in glad refrain. “We are rich, and increased with ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6, John 4:19-24, Psalm 138:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Forbearance Of Our Lord Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 14, 2015

Why does God not put an end to all the terror and sin? Because of His loving forbearance, which we are called to participate in.

24th and Last Sunday After Pentecost Extraordinary Form Today’s Introit antiphon speaks for God: "I think thoughts of peace, not affliction. You shall call upon me and I will hear, and bring you back from your captivity all over the world." The Gradual speaks of our affirmation that the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-35

Denomination: Catholic

A Season To Be Selfless Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

Selfishness is that sin we can hardly stand in others, or hardly see in ourselves. It is so hard to forgive in others, and so hard to forsake in ourselves.

On Dec. 7, 1682 the Great Law of Pennsylvania was passed which became the basis for governing the state for 94 years. It represented William Penn's ideal of a Christian state. It provided for religious freedom and the protection of individual rights. It provided for the care of poor and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

His Commission, Our Mission

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus is coming again, but first the gospel must be preached to all the earth.

His Commission is Our mission Matthew 24:14 As a young believer on the campus of West Chester State, I remember how excited I was at the news that Jesus Christ was coming again. Even though I had been in church my whole life, I can honestly say that it never occurred to me that Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Holiness

Don’t Look Back: New Year’s Sermon

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jan 5, 2020

There is a danger in looking back at the past. The New Year’s sermon reminds us not to look back, but to look ahead to the future that is as bright as the promises of God.

Don’t Look Back A New Year’s Sermon Chuck Sligh January 5, 2020 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Luke 9:62 – “And Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Psalm 103:1-14, Ecclesiastes 7:10, 1 Peter 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God, Giants, And Grasshoppers

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 3, 2012

First Sunday with new media projection and spoke on defeating giants in your life.

God, Giants, and Grasshoppers Numbers chapter 13:1, 14:6-9 Introduction- Image- God, Giants, Grasshoppers Did I tell you how excited I am to see the great blessing that the Lord has given us and the tremendous amount of hard work by so many to make this happen. 5 years ago this was just a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:6-9

Denomination: Nazarene

"The Emotions Of Christmas” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 15, 2010

What emotions from the first Christmas do we need to recapture today?

If you were to select one word to use in describing the atmosphere at Christmas time, what would it be? One word that comes to mind is “emotional.” All the elements that combine to make the Christmas celebration tend to fill our hearts with emotion. In our text, Luke attempts to describe the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist