Sermons on Rise Again:

Born Again!

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 13, 2006

This message centers on the discussion between Jesus and Nicodemus and the importance of being "born again."

Born Again John 3:1-18 1 Now there was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a member of the Jewish ruling council. 2 He came to Jesus at night and said, "Rabbi, we know you are a teacher who has come from God. For no one could perform the miraculous signs you are doing if God were not with ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again

Contributed by Joanna Beveridge on Jan 27, 2007

To be born again means trusting God enough to leave the safety of our old life

“Very truly, I tell you, no-one can see the kingdom of God without being born from above.” Jesus always chose the words he used very carefully. To appreciate that this is true you only have to think about the stories he told to illustrate the message he was trying to get across. Think about the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

On The Road Again

Contributed by Dale Miller on Sep 9, 2004

Jesus speaks about the road and the gate.

MUB 09-05-04 MATT 7;13-14 INTRO; 6 WEEKS FROM YESTERDAY, WE KICK OFF OUR 40 DOP. I AM GETTING MORE AND MORE EXCITED. I HAVE BEEN TALKING TO PEOPLE ABOUT IT, AND I AM SURE THAT YOU HAVE BEEN AS WELL. THIS MORNING WE WILL HAVE OUR SMALL GROUP LEADERS, INTRODUCE THEMSELVES, WHEN SERVICE IS OVER, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born Again

Contributed by Kelsey Coleman on Sep 10, 2004

“Born again.” How often have you seen this phrase in a news story or a magazine feature? It seems like everything and everyone is born again.

Born Again John 3:1-22 Introduction: “Born again.” How often have you seen this phrase in a news story or a magazine feature? It seems like everything and everyone is born again. A restaurant changes its menu, and its labeled “born again.” A man changes jobs, and his career is “born ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Kid Again

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

simplicity of salvation...GOOD DEVOTIONAL FOR CLOSING KIDS PROGRAMS OF ANY KIND.

Be a kid again! Kids believe almost anything! Imp’t that they hear the truth, for they are so accepting! [Adults are the opposite!] If you had a child that was lost, and if you had the chance to get a message to that child, telling them what to do, and how to get home…would you make that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:17

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again

Contributed by James May on Sep 10, 2003

Nicodemus’ encounter with Jesus gives us our hope of being a part of the Kingdom of God. We must be Born Again. What does that mean?

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, Matthew 12:43-45

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are They Attacking Again? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 4, 2003

When tragedy strikes, we can trust God. [terrorism & war]

STANDING TALL: ARE THEY ATTACKING AGAIN? Psalm 27:1-14 S: Courage Th: Standing Tall Pr: WHEN TRAGEDY STRIKES, WE CAN TRUST GOD. ?: How? How do we do that? KW: Applications TS: We will find in our study of Psalm 27 five applications that will instruct us on how to trust God when tragedy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road Again

Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Aug 24, 2006

Issues that are a concern to Christians.

On The Road Again Matthew 7:24-27 July 30, 2006 If I were to identify the top issues, causes or concerns of Christians in the United States, 3 come to surface immediately for me. Based upon letters to the editor and Supreme Court Decisions. Based upon agenda items at School Board meetings and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Try Again! Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 27, 2005

Find encouragement to keep on in spite of setbacks.

Do you ever face setbacks? Do you ever get discouraged? Are you ever afraid to move forward for God? If so, then you have something in common with the Old Testament leader, Joshua (and the Israelite people). This is the context. Joshua had led the Israelites out of the years of wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Live Again

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005

A lesson to be learned from typing the wrong e-mail address! A couple from Minneapolis decided to go to Florida to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. They planned to stay at the very same hotel where they spent their honeymoon 20 years earlier.

A lesson to be learned from typing the wrong e-mail address! A couple from Minneapolis decided to go to Florida to thaw out during one particularly icy winter. They planned to stay at the very same hotel where they spent their honeymoon 20 years earlier. Because of hectic schedules, it was ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Born Again Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 27, 2007

A series based on John 3, "The Heart of the Gospel."

“BORN AGAIN” John 3:1-13 INTRO – Birth of a child is an incredible miracle. Doesn’t matter how kids you have, how many grandkids you have – still a wonderful, miraculous experience. As F.B. Meyer said, “Born! That is true of all of us. We were not asked if we would be born, or of whom we would ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again

Contributed by Ed Wood on Nov 17, 2006

A message about the New Birth as Jesus confronted Nicodemus.

BORN AGAIN John 3:1-21 INTRO: Charles Colson emerged as a prominent figure of the Watergate scandal. He served as counsel to the president for Richard Nixon. Colson wanted power, and he was willing to do ruthless things to get that power. His actions sent him to prison, and in prison he realized ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 26, 2003

What it means to be born again

I. To become a TRUE Christian One must be born again. 1. John 3:1-7 a. We must be born of the water and the Spirit. This water is not speaking of water baptism but of the Word of God (1 Pet. 1:23; James 1:18; 1 Cor. 4:15; Eph. 5:25-27). b. There is only ONE avenue into heaven ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Again?! Pentecost Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 11, 2013

This is the story of Pentecost along with stories of revival from more recent church eras.

Last Sunday as we were preparing for worship, just before the service, our guest worship leaders were playing a prelude. The music finished, and as Pastor Garret came forward to begin the welcome and announcements I heard a sweet little voice right behind me loudly proclaim, “again! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

Born Again Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 30, 2011

A new year, a new beginning. Jesus tells Nicodemus that to enter the kingdom of God, he must be born of water and the Spirit! This holds fast for all who would follow Christ and enter the kingdom of God. "You must be born again" (Jesus)

On a practical level I really do like to garden, those of you who have listened to me preach for a while have probably heard me blather on about my vege garden, it’s looking great at present, I’ve got courgettes growing, tomatoes vines just starting to bear fruit, I’ve already harvested ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army