Sermons on Ready Or Not Here I Come:

I Pray For You

Contributed by Chris Talton on Apr 16, 2003

Our prayers can be more powerful if we model them after prayers such as this one from the Bible.

March 16, 2003 Colossians 1:9-14 “I pray for you” INTRODUCTION What does it do for you when someone says, “I pray for you”? A missionary and his family were forced to camp outside on a hill. They were carrying money and they were fearful that thieves might rob them. After spending ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Door Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 26, 2016

1) Entering by The Door (John 10:1-6) and 2) Identifying the Door (John 10:7-10)

Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has extended his condolences following the death of former Cuban leader Fidel Castro, calling him a “legendary revolutionary and orator.” The prime minister went on to say that “Mr. Castro made significant improvements to the education and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Other

God's Workers Compensation Plan SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 22, 2023

God gives increases

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, we are united by our shared love for our Heavenly Father and our desire to serve Him faithfully. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be inspired by the Word of God. We are here to be about our Father's business. Let's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:8-12

Topics: I'm About My Father's Business

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Jun 19, 2020

This week we continue our series into Discovery who Jesus says He is through the I Am statements in the book of John. This week looks at light of the world

This week we continue our series into Discovery who Jesus says He is through the I Am statements in the book of John. So far we have looked at Jesus as the Great I am…the timeless, divine one. Last week we look at Jesus as the bread of life. When we abide in Him, and partake of Him, he lives in ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lesson 6: I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2006

“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me’” (John 14:6).

A. INTRODUCTION “Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me’” (John 14:6). 1. The article “the” points out the only one. 2. The clause “no one” excludes any other possibility. 3. The “I Am” identifies Jesus as deity. 4. The way – how ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

I Spend So I Can Glorify God Series

Contributed by T D on Dec 28, 2010

Stewardship

I Spend So I Can Glorify God Did you know that the first modern-day lottery was started in 1963 in the state of New Hampshire. Did you know that the state of Massachusetts, started their lottery in 1972 with 50 cent tickets and a drawing once a week. It now has 33 different games to choose from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

#myblackhistory The Real Battle Is Yet To Come, The Hidden Cost Of Liberation. Series

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Feb 11, 2022

I am so blessed that I can tell the real Black History African American story! Although it is great progress to have a Black History Month where everyone can learn about the contributions of Black Americans, it is also so very limiting.

Intro: I am so blessed that I can tell the real Black History African American story! Although it is great progress to have a Black History Month where everyone can learn about the contributions of Black Americans, it is also so very limiting. The narrative of Black people, as taught by most ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: United Methodist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 12, 2005

What did Jesus mean when he said: I am the Good Shepherd. Some reflections

“I am the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Story: A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit, Cerutti shoes, Ray-Ban sunglasses, TAG-Heuer wrist-watch, and a Pierre ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

I Need An Override

Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on Oct 26, 2024

Mercy triumphs over Judgement

I need an Override! The other day at the store, a new cashier tried ringing up a shopper. After a while it became obvious that the lack of experience had factored in to the exercise. The client’s purchases were messed up and despite her best efforts the new employee could not correct the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

He > I.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 27, 2020

And don’t get drunk with wine, which is rebellion; instead be filled with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Let’s look at part ‘a’ of this verse again, “Don’t be drunk with wine…” The Aramaic can be translated “the wine of the prodigal.” The Greek is “reckless living,” or “debauchery.”

He > I. Ephesians 5:18TPT And don’t get drunk with wine, which is rebellion; instead be filled with the fullness of the Holy Spirit. Let’s look at part ‘a’ of this verse again, “Don’t be drunk with wine…” The Aramaic can be translated “the wine of the prodigal.” The Greek is “reckless living,” ...read more

Scripture: John 1:16, Luke 4:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Surrender All PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 1, 2024

This sermon emphasizes our Christian call to serve others selflessly, motivated by love for Christ, and to find spiritual nourishment in surrendering to God's will.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to this gathering where we seek to find nourishment for our souls in the Word of God. We find ourselves today in the comforting presence of the Lord, ready to open our hearts to His timeless wisdom. Today, we find ourselves at the feet of the Good ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Topics: Surrendering, God

What If Jesus Comes Back Like That

Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 5, 2001

We are called to live as those living in the light for Christ is coming for those who have separated themselves from the night.

WHAT IF JESUS COMES BACK LIKE THAT ROMANS 13: 8-14 DECEMBER 2, 2001 INTRODUCTION: What If Jesus Came Back Like That by Collin Ray TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text for this day, the first Sunday in Advent, calls us to think of the soon coming of Christ. Just like Collin’s song, we never quite seem ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

I Shall Return

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Dec 19, 2008

Jesus makes the same promise that MacArthur made when he left the Philippines. One day He will return, what will that day be like?

I SHALL RETURN Text: 2 Peter 3:3-10 INTRODUCTION 1. Most of us remember the famous statement by General Douglas Macarthur when defeated in the Philippines, "I shall return" 2. In some ways people have made a parallel between Macarthur and Jesus Christ a. Jesus came here and will return, so in that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Be Ignorant

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 17, 2008

1- Don’t be ignorant about the deceased 2- Don’t be ignorant about the resurrection 3- Don’t be ignorant about the return of Christ

INTRO.- ILL.- During a board meeting in a small mountain church one of the deacons said, "Preacher, I think we need a chandelier in this church." "No, I’m against it," said another deacon. The preacher asked, "Well, why don’t you think we need a chandelier in this church?" The deacon said, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Time Barrier Series

Contributed by Patty Groot on Jun 4, 2025

But here’s the question I’ve been wrestling with—and maybe you have too: How am I going to have time for one more relationship; let alone eight new relationships with the houses around me?

Good morning, church family! Let me begin with a quick check-in: How are you doing with your block map? Have you learned any new names or details about your neighbors since last week? Maybe you discovered that the couple down the street just had a new baby, or that your neighbor two doors over has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12