Sermons on Sabbath Rest:

The Glorious Hope Of A Believer Even In Death

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Nov 3, 2002

This sermon is about the glorious hope of a believer even in death namely Rest,Reward,Rejoicing.Re-union,Resurrection ,Residence and Redeeemer.

THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* OUTLINE 1. REST 2. REWARD 3. REJOICING 4. RE-UNION 5. RESURRECTION 6. RESIDENCE 7. REDEEMER THE MESSAGE THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF A BELIEVER EVEN IN DEATH ******************************************* 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Christ Alone

Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 18, 2008

The Scriptures are trustworthy. They are the truth and they declare to us that we do not have to work to earn mercy! Our hope rests in Christ alone!

In Christ Alone, Romans 4:1-5, 13-17 Introduction I read the story of a 3-year-old little girl who used the word “salvation” in a conversation one day. Her mother was surprised to hear such a word come from such a little girl so she asked her daughter if she understood what the word meant. “I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

Appreciating The Authentic Savior Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Mar 10, 2009

Are you looking for a hopeful rest? Consider a hurting people and a healing Savior. Even today we can appreciate an authentic Savior!

Mark 6:53-56 When they had crossed over, they came to the land of Gennesaret and anchored there. 53 And when they came out of the boat, immediately the people recognized Him, ran through that whole surrounding region, and began to carry about on beds those who were sick to wherever they heard He ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:53-56

Denomination: Baptist

The Simpsons Go To Church

Contributed by Tim Shepard on May 12, 2007

This sermon is about the way we as Christians sometimes act just like the rest of the world despite who we claim to follow

The Simpsons Go To Church According to a recent Neilsen’s Rating Poll, it is the number one watched show among young people between the ages of 13 and 25. The same poll shows that it is also cthe most hated show of their parents. It has been called “A Modern Masterpiece,” “Great Family Fun,” ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-27

Denomination: *other

Hope, Help And Haven

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 22, 2007

1- Christ is our hope of eternal life 2- Christ is our help in life 3- Christ is our haven of rest

INTRO.- ILL.- In Peanuts Lucy and Linus were sitting in front of the television set when Lucy said to Linus, "Go get me a glass of water." Linus looked surprised, "Why should I do anything for you? You never do anything for me." "On your 75th birthday," Lucy promised, "I’ll bake you a cake." ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27, Colossians 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Endurance & Love To Receive The Crown Of Life – Resisting Temptations Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

James teaches the importance of endurance, love, resting temptations and responding obediently to God's word if we are going to receive the crown of life.

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bibles to James 1:12-27. 2. Studying the book of James will help Christians with an age old problem. The problem that we are talking about is the fact that not everybody who grows old, grows up spiritually. There is a vast difference between physical age and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paradise - Fathers - Stewardship

Contributed by James Kirkland on Jun 20, 2011

Paradise is not without work. God does not ask us to do anything that He is not willing to do Himself, rest, be a father and to serve.

What does Paradise – Fathers – Stewardship make? The Hawaiian Islands could be called paradise and that is why it is Hawaiian Sunday today. I want to share with you about paradise and what it means. Beautiful beaches, warm blue water washing up the shore. Maybe there is a soft breeze ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Gazing At The Cross

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 1, 2011

Let us never become so mature in Christ that we forget the foundation of the Cross upon which our salvation rests.

Gazing at the Cross, Galatians 6:12-18 Introductory Sentence On the anvil of the Cross, human sin is crushed and God’s love displayed. On the anvil of the Cross new lives are forged as we are reborn in Christ. On the anvil of the Cross Satan’s power is destroyed. Introduction It is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:12-18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Purpose, Power & The Peace Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 20, 2013

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:14

The Purpose, power & the Peace of Christmas In today's reading, our text is taken from gospel of Luke chapter 2:1-35, we read about one of the most moving episode in the Human History. There is only one unique person ever in the world who called Himself “the Truth”, “the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Ephesians 2:14-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Job's Complaint Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 14, 2020

Like the rest of us Job couldn't seem to make sense of his faith in light of what he was experiencing

A lawyer, a doctor, and a preacher went hunting together and when a large deer ran past them and they all got excited and fired at the exact same time and then they watched as the deer dropped. The problem was, there was only one bullet hole in the deer and they didn't know which of them had ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor...

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 2, 2017

Jesus offers rest to His followers--from the troubles of the world, yes, but especially from the burdensome weight (the yoke) of the Law.

One of the highlights of our trip to Germany—beyond all of the historical Luther sites and exhibits—was the opportunity to visit the city of Osnabruck. There’s nothing of particular importance for Lutherans about Osnabruck. We visited purely for my own sake. My branch of the Meyer family came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

A New Foundation Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Jul 4, 2021

Because of Easter we have a new foundation for our lives. That foundation is built by hearing the truth, living the truth and resting in the truth.

EASTER – A NEW FOUNDATION In May of 1981, a woman named Mae Rose in Winter Park Florida heard her dog barking outside. She thought that maybe it was barking at a squirrel. Turns out the dog was barking at a sinkhole that was opening up in her back yard. It kept opening until it had swallowed up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Legalism Or Faith

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 22, 2023

Do we rely on things of the flesh like circumcision, rest days, tongues, wealth and health? Do we rely on Christ?

Did Paul use strong terms for those who promoted a variety of legalism? So then, my brothers and sisters, be glad in the Lord. It’s no trouble for me to repeat the same things to you because they will help keep you on track. Watch out for the “dogs.” Watch out for people who do evil things. Watch ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 30, 2023

Let the government of your life rest on His shoulders. Then you will find the peace OF God, peace WITH God, and peace with others, as well.

Some time ago, the AARP Bulletin asked readers to respond to the question: What's your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ranged from “eat a chocolate chip cookie” to “have a stiff drink.” But Don Betz of Oakdale, Minnesota, offered his own unique solution. Every January 1st, Betz ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:5-7, John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 5:1, John 1:11-12, Ephesians 2:12-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Seventeenth Sunday In Ordinary Time: Buried Treasure And Pearls

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 28, 2023

The main character spends the rest of the movie frantically trying to figure out what Curly meant. What IS that “just one thing?

In 1905, the world’s largest diamond, a 3,106-Carat Diamond called the Cullinan diamond, weighing over a pound and worth $2 Billion dollars, was found at the Thomas Cullinan Premier Diamond Mining Company in South Africa. Diamonds are forever, but, if you don’t own one, don’t feel bad; consider ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:5-12, Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Catholic