Sermons on Reason For Living:

Why Jesus Drank And I Don't

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 12, 2008

We know Jesus drank wine but is that a reason or excuse for social drinking?

Why Jesus Drank and I don’t In 1983 I witnessed a disaster of a wedding. Angela and I were standing up with another couple that we had gone to Bible College with and it was like the pastor just didn’t care. He dropped papers, fumbled through his readings and forgot names. It was horrendous. And ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Did Jesus Come?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jan 7, 2006

An explanation of some of the reasons why Jesus came to earth. Suitable for Christmas.

WHY DID JESUS COME? CHRISTMAS 2005 - Read Luke 2:1-20 We come today to celebrate the birth, the arrival of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. During the past month or so, there has been a lot of noise about the celebration of Christmas. Some stores have told their employees to wish their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ Is King Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 24, 2015

The world has changed, and the culture is anti-Christian, but there are reasons for optimism in Christ.

Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King Last Sunday in October Extraordinary Form 2015 Christus vincit, Christus regnat, Christus imperat! On this Feast of Jesus Christ, Our Lord and King, let’s take some time to reflect on the reign of Our King and our celebration of the Holy Mass according ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Romans 5: Glorification & Eternal Security Series

Contributed by Wayne Odonnell on Jul 9, 2008

The certainty of our glorification. Three reasons we have eternal security.

Romans 5: Glorification & Eternal Security Date: 6/29/08 At: Tioga Heights Christian Church By: Wayne ODonnell Web: http://bible.ag Ok, good morning again. How are you doing? It must be the fifth Sunday, because I am here. The last time I was here, I started a survey of Romans. We covered ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why I Am A Christian

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

Looks at the reason to become a believer & the responsibilities that go with it. Expanded outline.

WHY AM I A CHRISTIAN Why am I a Christian? Why do I love Jesus? There are many things I could tell you about how I came to faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. I am sure the Lord used many things and people in your life to cause you to come to know Him. 1. Material blessings - Some people come ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Generosity

Contributed by Rev Ken Shedenhelm on Oct 12, 2013

People give for many different reasons, but the key to joyful giving is love.

It was in the fall of 1968... I interviewed for a job with the Iowa Commission for the Blind. I was sitting across the desk from Kenneth Jernigan, Director of the Commision and President of the National Federation of the Blind. "How much do you want?" he asked, and I said, "$6800." It was strange ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Is Christmas?

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Dec 14, 2010

To understand Christmas you must understand it's Reality, Reason and Result.

WHAT IS CHRISTMAS? A couple of years ago on America’s Funniest Home Videos, a young boy was shown on Christmas morning. He came down to see a large present beside the tree and ran over to tear it open to see what was inside. The paper went flying and suddenly he broke into a dance and jumped ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Should I Be Thankful?

Contributed by Richard Goble on Nov 6, 2007

Fours reasons to be thankful as illustrated by the ten lepers who were cleansed.

Why Should I Be Thankful? Luke 17:11-19 Introduction Illustration: Things To Be Thankful For * for automatic dishwashers. They make it possible to get out of the kitchen before the family comes in for their after-dinner snacks. * for husbands who attack small repair jobs around the house. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

0303 Pre-Lent Iii (Quinquagesima): The Scariest Chapter In The Bible Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Mar 3, 2006

Reasons why I Cor 13 may be the scariest chapter in the Bible.

Sermon: Scariest Chapter in Scripture Text: I Cor 13:1-13 Occasion: Quinquagesima Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, Feb 26, 2006 Where: TI Ash Wednesday When: Sunday, Mar 1, 2006 Audio link: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Ascension

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jun 3, 2017

This message covers four reasons why the Ascension of Jesus into heaven was necessary.

Acts 1:9-11 INTRO: ¥ This past week the liturgical world celebrated the ascension of Jesus into heaven. ¥ Paint the Picture… ¥ Context: The ascension is the last, individual, earthly event of the Ministry of Jesus. It is the completion of the resurrection. He was raised, not only to renewed ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, Hebrews 7:25-26, Romans 8:33-34, 1 John 2:1-2, Philippians 2:8-11, 1 Corinthians 2:1-5, Ephesians 1:13-14, Ephesians 3:16, Romans 8:26-27, John 16:14, Acts 2:38, Acts 2:33, John 16:7, Psalm 37:28, Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:8, John 14:3, Acts 1:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Breaking Loose From Family Idols

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 24, 2003

On tonight, we shall look at Some Reasons for Breaking Loose From Family Superstitions. Our Target Text offers FOUR REVOLUTIONARY REASONS FOR Breaking Loose From Family Superstitions.

On this morning, we focused on the truth that the Roots of Idolatry are Deeply Implanted In Our Nature. We receive this tendency from Our Father’s Side of the Family, Adam, the Old Man with his deeds. So much so, that we discovered that Each Family Worships an Idol god. And then we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:19-35

Denomination: Baptist

"A Tale Of Three Kings"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 11, 2007

Why was David so sad? Five reasons. But there is reason for hope. Jesus, the son of David, would fulfill David’s emotional prayer "Would to God I had died for thee!"

Title: "The Tale of Three Kings" Introduction: After learning of the victory over the rebellion that caused King David to flee from Jerusalem, David wept. The people were uncertain as to how to celebrate this great victory. Why was the King weeping? Of course, the answer was that the king of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 8:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

Out Of Bounds, But Not Out Of Grace

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 12, 2005

When Jesus meets the Syrophoenician woman He seems to act totally out of character. However there is a reason why He acts in this way … and it is a reason which gives us all hope.

Mark 7:24-30 People of God in the Lord Jesus Christ, On many occasions in the Scriptures the actions of Jesus make perfect sense – but our text doesn’t seem to fit into that category does it. The way Jesus acts in this passage seems to be so out of character, doesn’t it.. In fact this is the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship: Learning Your Role And Fulfilling It (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Aug 12, 2013

Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? In previous messages, we looked at two reasons from God's Word. In this message, we'll look at a third reason.

The Key To Our Church’s Future 2 Timothy www.crbible.com/sermons Part 3 - Discipleship: Learning Your Role And Fulfilling It Introduction: 1. Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? 2. First we learned that discipleship is God’s way of passing along our ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

True Giving

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 20, 2009

5 reason we give. From the poorest church to the biggest heart.

True Giving Text: II Corinthians 8:1-9 Show 3 min. video on giving. Find yours on "Sermon Spice.com" NLT1 Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, what God in his kindness has done through the churches in Macedonia. 2 They are being tested by many troubles, and they are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal