Sermons on Sacrifice Accepted:

Call On The Lord At All Times

Contributed by William Baeta on Mar 6, 2013

“A man from the crowd cried out, ‘Teacher, I beg you to look at my son, for he is my only child’” Luke 9:38.

Theme: Call on the Lord at all times Text: Gen. 15:12-21; Phil. 3:17-21; Luke 9:37-43 Words are very important. They shape our lives and determine our destiny. At Creation “The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:37-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

But God...

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 25, 2023

Romans 5:8 - “But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

BUT GOD... Romans 5:1-8. ROMANS 5:1. The “Therefore” of Romans 5:1 links with the argument in the previous chapter, whereby it is established that ‘to him who does not work (to establish his own salvation) but believes (like Abraham) on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: Food For The Journey

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 5, 2024

[Bless those] who…know the depths of [the] sacrament.

Elijah went a day's journey into the desert, until he came to a broom tree and sat beneath it. He was the last remaining Prophet of the true religion left. He had just stood his ground against four-hundred pagan prophets of the fertility god Baal. Today’s pagan fertility god is In-Vitro ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8, John 6:41-51

Denomination: Catholic

The Qualities Of A Godly Mother

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000

A message for Mother’s Day

Qualities of a Godly Mother Proverbs 31:28 Mother’s Day 1999 May 9, 1999 INTRODUCTION Psychologist Cartoon "Let’s see, you spend 50 percent of your energy on your work, you spend 50 percent of your energy on your husband and 50 percent of your energy on your children. I think I see your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28

Denomination: Church Of God

That It May Go Well With You And Your Children Series

Contributed by Rev.v.p Isaac on Jun 2, 2016

In the design of God, Israel has a unique position. It was Israel with whom God made His covenant by the call of Abraham. It was Israel to whom God reveals His Name and gave His law. It was to Israel that He sent His prophets.....

“Thou shalt keep therefore his statutes, and his commandments, which I command thee this day, that it may go well with you, and with thy children after thee, and that thou mayest prolong thy days upon the earth, which the Lord thy God giveth thee, for ever.” [Deut.4: 40 KJV] “It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:126-127

Denomination: Charismatic

You’re Getting Warmer - Mark 12:32-34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Mar 24, 2024

If Jesus tells you you’re not far from the kingdom of God, is that good news or bad news?

Mark 12:32 “Well said, teacher,” the man replied. “You are right in saying that God is one and there is no other but him. 33 To love him with all your heart, with all your understanding and with all your strength, and to love your neighbor as yourself is more important than all burnt offerings and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:32-34

A Land Full Of Blood

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 17, 2002

With such violence (Washington DC sniper, Iraq, 911 attack) most of the world assumes God is not in the equation. But He is!

October 20, 2002 …and the land is full of blood, and the city full of perverseness: for they say, The LORD hath forsaken the earth, and the LORD seeth not. Ezekiel 9.9b (KJV) The land is full of blood. Nothing could be more accurately stated about our world these days. In the last number of ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 9:9

Denomination: United Methodist

It Is Finished Series

Contributed by Brian Black on Apr 9, 2007

The sixth in a series on the seven sayings of Christ on the cross.

Continue looking at the seven final sayings Jesus made on the cross. As we look in the context of the story of God’s love for us, our need for Him, and his plan to redeem us, we see the heart of the Savior. So Far >> “Father, forgive them.” (Luke 23:34) The Big Idea: Christ gives us the example ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Change Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Daniel Owens on Jan 9, 2008

Did the resurrection make a difference to those first disciples? How? Can the resurrection make a difference today? I believe so! Let me spend the balance of our time together this morning with two areas of our thinking in which the resurrection

In the midst of “Desert Storm,” Sept. 27, 1991, Ruth Dillow from Illinois received a heartbreaking message from the military. Her son, Private First Class Clayton Carpenter, had stepped on a mine in the Persian Gulf and had been killed. Mrs. Dillow wrote, “I can’t begin to describe my grief and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"A Day Of Rejoicing Or Regret?" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jun 6, 2016

How can a Christian make sure we will stand before Christ with confidence when He returns?

As John concludes his thoughts on fellowship with God, he speaks of Christ's return. It'll be a day of rejoicing or regret, depending on the quality of our fellowship with God in this life. John reminds us that . . . 1. Jesus will appear. Hebrews 9:24-28 refers to three appearings of Jesus. A. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Paid It All Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on May 1, 2008

Does reflecting upon the price Jesus paid for you produce an attitude of worship in you?

Why do I worship? Because Jesus paid the whole price of my sin! Make the Effort! I have played volleyball for a number of years. When you play “pick up games” that is where people just kind of join your team as they walk in, you never know who you will get or what skill level you will find. What ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Consecration To God Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 6, 2024

Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our Christian walk through three key points, rooted in Scripture, to understand how we can live a consecrated life.

Living a Life of Consecration to God Introduction: Today, we are going to explore a profound and transformative topic: Consecration to God. Consecration is more than a mere commitment; it is a wholehearted dedication of ourselves to God's service. Let's dive into this vital aspect of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Joshua 3:5, James 4:8, John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:22-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent 3: Joy Is No Secret Series

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Dec 16, 2004

Third in the series. A continuation of the explanation of the Christmas wreath and it’s symbolism.

Advent 3: Joy is no secret Luke 1:39 – 56 Genesis: 22: 1-19 1 Peter 1:3-12 Tonight, we celebrate the 3rd week in the Advent as we move toward Christmas. We will continue our sermon series tonight looking at the meaning behind the Advent wreath. The first candle represents Hope. The second ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Lutheran

Walk In Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

How do I walk in love?

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in this sacred space, to share in fellowship, to lift our voices in praise, and to open our hearts to the wisdom and guidance that God has in store for us. As we come together today, we are embarking on a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Topics: Walk In Love

A Relevant Church

Contributed by Chuck Morley on Sep 2, 2003

What does it really mean when we hear that today’s church must be relevant?

A Relevant Church The other day I came home from work at the church a little earlier than usual. I went directly into the bedroom, sat down on the side of the bed, kicked off my shoes and out of habit, grabbed the remote control for the television. Automatically I punched in 2 numbers that ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal