Sermons on Represents:

Setting The Stage Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 22, 2008

Jesus represents a clear description of what it is followers are to be like internally and how they are to live outwardly in the Sermon on the Mount.

Sermon on the Mount- Part 1 Introduction Stuart’s word last week- very thought provoking. Stuart talked about 100-fold obedience … Mtt 5:48 "Therefore you are to be perfect, as your heavenly Father is perfect. NASU Equated perfection w/spiritual maturity, not w/sinless perfectionism (perfect- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

Joseph: On Being A Real Father

Contributed by Glenn Abel on Jun 16, 2003

This sermon uses the name JOSEPH as an acrostic with each letter representing a characteristic in the life of this famous father figure.

JOSEPH (Matthew 1:18-21) There are many monumental statements we associate with fathers. Statements that reverberate down through the corridors of time. Statements like: Ask your mother. I was watching that! It’s only blood, wipe it off. I’m not lost. I’m taking a short cut. Today as we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

Treasuring God's Mission Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 14, 2012

Signage is important. ur church is a sign to the world. What are we communicating about the God we represent?

“Treasuring God’s Mission” 1 Pt. 2:4-10 Visiting an unfamiliar city, a man left his hotel to go to dinner. As he walked along the unfamiliar streets he saw a sign in the window of a shop which said, “Chinese Laundry.” The next morning he gathered his soiled laundry ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Grace At Work 12 - Evangelists Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 3, 2013

The Ministry Gifts - Evangelists Was the gospel you received "Good News"? Are modern televangelists accurate representatives of this gift?

Dakota Community Church February 3, 2013 Grace at Work - 12a Evangelist Ephesians 4:11-13 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Mennonite

Baptism

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jul 4, 2010

Baptism is significant in that it represents the forgiveness and cleansing from sin that comes through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.

Baptism Baptism is significant in that it represents the forgiveness and cleansing from sin that comes through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. The Purpose of Baptism: • Water Baptism identifies the believer with Christ in His death, burial and resurrection. “We were therefore buried ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Momma Said"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 11, 2018

The text shares how God represents God self as a mothering type figure who brings comfort.

“Momma Said” Isaiah 66:13 Many people vision God as an old man with a beard. Scriptures encourage this by usually referring to God as He. But Scriptures also refer to God differently. Today’s reading is one of those texts that refer to God as a mother type. ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Last Will Be First And The First Will Be Last.

Contributed by Reginald Knight on Sep 20, 2014

THE WAY IN WHICH WE BEHAVE TOWARDS OTHERS IS IMPORTANT FOR OUWN LIVES. THIS PARABLE INDEED REPRESENTS THIS.

Proper 20 by: Seminarian Reginald Knight Sunday September 21, 2014. St. Mary’s Anglican Church (The Diocese Of Barbados) Matthew 20: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

#5 Attraction, Not Promotion Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

Christianity represents God’s truth and becomes most appealing when our words and deeds match.

Today we complete our study of the book of Colossians. Paul wrote this letter and three others (Ephesians, Philippians and Philemon) while in prison awaiting trial. Paul is the consummate leader. He is always trying to spread the gospel even while battling outside forces. In Paul’s writing of this ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He That Winneth Souls Is Wise No. 11

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

This is an age of symbolism. Every major company across America has some kind of logo to represent their business.

Many of the symbols have become so popular that the moment we see their logo we recognize their company without even having to see the name of the company. We Christians today likewise have a symbol that represents our faith. That symbol is the cross. The moment we see this symbol we ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Not What I Will Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Dec 29, 2015

How do we live out our salvation? Do our lives represent a surrendered life?

Not what I will… The two "basics" we have addressed so far are salvation and the church. First, we discovered why we must be saved and how we can be saved. Second, we discovered the reality of being saved. We are the dwelling place of God; we are the church no matter where we go and what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:20

Denomination: Baptist

Love In Action Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 12, 2023

Apostle Paul lays out how we should be representing our faith and our relationship to the Lord.

Love in Action Romans chapter 12:9-21 Introduction- Good morning, if you could turn to Romans chapter 12. We will be looking at Paul’s letter to the church concerning our everyday actions. He lays out how as believers we should be representing our faith and our relationship to the Lord and to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Sermon On Every Inch Of The Way

Contributed by William Meakin on Jan 4, 2026

Earthly human life, in a metaphorical sense, could be considered to represent the span of a tape measure with a finite end.

Abraham Kuyper, a former prime minister of the Netherlands once remarked: “There is not a square inch in the whole domain of our human existence over which Christ, who is Sovereign over all, does not cry, Mine!” Psalm 37:23-24 reminds us: “The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 30:21, Proverbs 3:5-6, Philippians 1:6, Matthew 28:20

Strange Fire On The Altar

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

Strange fire represents anything offered to God that is outside His instruction, unholy in motive, or defiled in nature.

STRANGE FIRE ON THE ALTAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 10:1-3 Supporting Texts: Numbers 3:4, Exodus 30:7-9, 1 Samuel 13:8-14, Malachi 1:6-10, Acts 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: The altar is a sacred meeting place between God and man. It is where God's glory is revealed, His fire ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In The World But Not Of The World: The Christian’s Calling

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025

The Christian is called to live as a representative of God's kingdom while navigating a corrupt and decaying society.

IN THE WORLD BUT NOT OF THE WORLD: THE CHRISTIAN’S CALLING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:14-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17, Philippians 2:14-16, James 4:4, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with moral confusion, spiritual compromise, and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

You Are God’s Ambassador Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

God calls us to be His ambassadors, representing Him and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with others.

Today, we're going to talk about how to stand out for Jesus. God picked us to shine His light in the dark and reach out to those who don't know Him yet. He didn't just save us for us, but to be His reps, showing Him to the world. Imagine you're wearing a jersey with your favorite team's logo. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Topics: Divine Representation, Spiritual Diplomacy, Faithful Stewardship, Heavenly Mission