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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
What makes the "Better Sacrifice?"
The two brothers walked slowly across the field, each one lost in his own thoughts and each one asking the same question, Why? The question keep coming back to both of them. What made the difference. Why was one acceptable and one not? Was one better then the other? And the more they thought ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8
Denomination: Wesleyan
A look at the components that go along with making a proper sacrifice.
Resolutions and Sacrifice Genesis 22:1-19 It was once said that if Christmas and Thanksgiving are the holidays of excess, then New Year’s Day must be the holiday of regret. I think that I am in agreement with that statement. New Year’s is a time when we think back on the year that was and try ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Paul, Pt. 3
THE ALTAR OF SACIFICE (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to have ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This is the 6th sermon in a series on Paul’s letter to the Romans. The problem with living sacrifices is they keep getting down off the altar.
“living sacrifices” Now that’s an interesting turn of phrase. It sounds like an oxymoron. Living and sacrifice don’t really seem like they go together, do they? When I think of the word ‘sacrifice’, certain images come to mind. I think of a play made in baseball, where one player is tagged out ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-13
Denomination: Methodist
Third message in a Summer Sunday series drawn from the book "Christianish" by Mark Steele
Summer Sunday Series “Christianish” Part 3- Sacrifice & the Christianish Introduction: So, three weeks ago we kicked off this Summer Sunday Series by asking, “Are you Christianish?” And by Christianish we mean having the appearance of Christianity (in certain areas of your life), but not ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 10:37-39
Denomination: Apostolic
Talk 5 in a series of 8 talks. Again my talk owed a lot to the book by Bill Hybels called Becoming a contagious Christian’. Sacrifical acts of time and resources, especially over the long term will speak to people. Sacrifice demonstrates who Jesus is
The strength of sacrifice; in May 2002 Robert Bonadies and his fellow instructor Jim Olko were preparing to skydive, along with a novice - Cindy Hyland, in Connecticut. The jump was to be from 12000 ft, falling at 120 mph, which would take just 68 seconds with no parachute. When it came to ...read more
Scripture: Luke 19:1-7
Denomination: Anglican
Takes Romans 12: 1-2 in context
“Living Sacrifices” June 13, 2010 Romans 12:1-8 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the ...read more
Scripture: Romans 12:1-8
Denomination: Holiness
This is the 15th sermon in the series "From The Cradle To The Cross".
Series: ¡§From The Cradle To The Cross¡¨ [#15] THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE Exodus 12:1-30 Choir: ¡§He Reigns Forever¡¨ Announcements Welcome [Song: __________________________________________] Take Offering [Song: ¡§The Old Rugged Cross¡¨] Prayer Of Thanksgiving Scripture Reading: Romans 5:6-8 Dalyn ...read more
Scripture: Exodus 12:1-30
Denomination: Baptist
The importance of unlimited atonement in the sacrifice of Christ on the Cross.
Saved by His Sacrifice Hebrews 10:1-10 Introduction: The writer of Hebrews was well acquainted with the Jewish system of laws and especially how the sacrificial system lay the groundwork for our understanding of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the Cross. The Law set forth in type and shadow the ...read more
Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-10
Nakedness is equated with sin in Scripture and Adam and Eve tried covering their nakedness with fig leaves. Do we do the same? And, if so, how successful can we be at doing that?
The true story is told of a banquet where a famous religious leader found himself seated next to an extremely beautiful woman who was wearing a gown with a perilously low neckline. He introduced himself to her… and then offered her an apple. She was a little surprised, but he explained ...read more
Scripture: Genesis 3:6-24
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Taking up our crosses means no less a sacrifice than it did for Jesus.
Advertisements often make all sorts of big offers, but we find out afterwards that there are hidden catches. These sorts of things are always hidden in the ’fine print.’ Companies that sell computer software do this a lot. When you buy computer software, you have to agree to all sorts of ...read more
Scripture: Mark 8:34-38
In the Kingdom the greatest blessings often come after great sacrifice. Titles and position sometimes do not bring what people desire because they are promoted to their level of incompetence.
Mark 10:32 And they were in the way going up to Jerusalem; and Jesus went before them: and they were amazed; and as they followed, they were afraid. And he took again the twelve, and began to tell them what things should happen unto him, 33 Saying, Behold, we go up to Jerusalem; and the Son of ...read more
Scripture: Mark 10:32-45
A 5 week series about sacrifice, using Philippians as a guide.
Courage to Sacrifice Philippians 1:18-30 October 22, 2023 I’m starting a new series today . . . . and I’m excited about it. It’s only 4 weeks long, which will lead us through Thanksgiving and then advent comes. It’s crazy that we’re talking about Christmas fast approaching. I’m going to be ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30
Memorial Day is a time to remember and honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. As Christians, we are also reminded of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and are called to live sacrificially in our daily lives.
Jesus didn't just talk about sacrifice, He lived it. He gave up His life for us. That's the ultimate sacrifice. And because of that, we have the chance to know God and have eternal life. "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one's life for one's friends." (John 15:13) Memorial Day is all ...read more
Scripture: John 15:13
Topics: Selflessness, Altruism, Martyrdom, Philanthropy
Memorial Day Service Sermon
THE BASIS FOR SACRIFICE Romans 5:6-8 INTRODUCTION: Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the ...read more
Scripture: Romans 5:6-8
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