Sermons on Sacrifice To Pagan Gods:

Thanking God Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Mar 6, 2016

Surely our Lord meditated upon Jonah’s fish story. He knew that he was heading into a mighty storm. Unlike Jonah, he was not fleeing from God’s presence. He was heading directly to the storm, and he himself would leap

Jonah 1:17-2:10 Thanking God 11/2/14 D. Marion Clark Introduction We now come to the miracle that makes Jonah famous – his being swallowed by the big fish. Text 17 And the LORD appointed a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Principles Of God

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Aug 23, 2006

We can learn a great deal from the way Paul and Barnabas went into a dark world with the light of the gospel. And things really haven’t changed all that much. People are still people, and they still need the gospel.

Passage: Acts 14:8-20 Intro: When New Tribes Missions goes into a new area, they have a plan. 1. it involves the missionaries living among the people, in order to demonstrate the unique life of the follower of Jesus Christ. 2. it involves learning the language and the culture of the people they ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 11, 2017

God seeks to restore His covenantal relationship with His people.

We will be looking at the reign of King AHAB for the next few weeks. • After the split of the Kingdom, this is the longest record we have of a King – from chapters 16-22. AHAB is the son of OMRI. Read 1 Kings 16:29-34. 16:25 “Omri did evil in the eyes of the Lord and sinned MORE THAN all those ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God’s Purpose In Government Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 1, 2012

Contrary to popular Christian belief, God intends for us to be involved in the process of government and to exert Christian influence there. He created governments for the good of man. When Christian neglect their stewardship responsibilities they remove

1. Cartoon: Two men on a park bench; one lets out a loud SIGH; the second man stands and says, “Well, if you are gonna’ talk politics, I’m outta’ here!” 2. Three Great Institutions of God: a. Family b. Church c. Government 3. Mixed reviews on how we look at government a. Support (blindly? – Acts ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ's Mind Of Serenity Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 16, 2018

To establish that Christ had a mind of submission, sacrifice and serenity (great patience); when He came to earth, to do the will of His Father. This lesson is the last of three in the series: “The Mind of Christ.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. Christ’s Mind of Serenity Remarks. 1. Today we are going to be discussing the mind of Christ. The beloved apostle Paul encourages the saints at Philippi to: “If there be therefore in a consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Not Again And Again

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 3, 2014

To show that CHRIST did our redemption once, for all and sat down at the right hand of GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you repeat what JESUS have done on the cross every Holy Week? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST did our redemption once, for all and sat down at the right hand of GOD. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:25 (Amplified Bible) 9:25 Nor did He [enter into ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Most Excellent Shepherd Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Dec 2, 2013

Jesus continues to boldly state his equality with God by proclaiming to be the most excellent shepherd of all.

The clock is my dictator, I shall not rest. It makes me lie down only when exhausted. It leads me into deep depression. It hounds my soul. It leads me in circles of frenzy, for activities sake. Even though I run frantically from task to task, I will never get it all done, For my ideal is with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16, Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Foursquare

Forgive As We Have Been Forgiven

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 14, 2009

For God to forgive us our huge debt, we must forgive others their little ones.

Tuesday of 3rd week of Lent 17 March 2009 The author of Daniel and the storyteller behind this unique parable of Matthew have the same question in mind: what does God require of us? The answer is in the OT tradition of Micah and Isaiah: live loyally, act justly, and walk humbly with your God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Catholic

Obedience! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 9, 2015

Since Christians are saved by grace, does it matter if we disobey?

We continue our study of 1 Samuel. We’re almost done; we’re halfway!! Hahahaha… maybe by Christmas we’ll be on Chapter 31. I really did not think it would take us this long; but I hope you have been learning a lot as I have been. And so, let us continue; this is our Creator ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:12-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living By Faith In The New Year

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

At age 75 years, Abraham enrolled in the "School of Faith." Now he was over 100 years old and was still learning experiences in faith. We are never too old to face new life challenges, fight new battles, and learn new truths. The moment we stop learning w

Intro: At age 75 years, Abraham enrolled in the "School of Faith." Now he was over 100 years old and was still learning experiences in faith. We are never too old to face new life challenges, fight new battles, and learn new truths. The moment we stop learning we begin to decline and fade. We then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: *other

The Boundless Riches Of Christ Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Jan 23, 2024

The sermon explores the boundless riches of Christ's grace, available to all believers through His sacrifice, as demonstrated by the Church and its role in reconciliation and redemption.

Have you ever watched the Duck Tales cartoon? If you have, then you probably have the theme song running through your head at this very moment, and you’re thinking back to the intro video where the duck family goes swimming through the vault of gold coins amassed by patriarch, Scrooge McDuck. His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-12

Topics: Boundless Grace, Christ's Sacrifice, Eternal Salvation

Making The Grade: The Faith Of Abraham

Contributed by Joshua Freeman on Oct 26, 2010

When Abraham was tested, he knew what it took to "Make the Grade"...Do you?

*all scriptures taken from NIV unless otherwise noted* MAKING THE GRADE INTRODUCTION • “You’re wife, Sarah, will bear you a son, and you will call him Isaac. I will establish my covenant with him as an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him.” Genesis 17:19 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday - The Road To The Cross! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 6, 2012

A Palm Sunday Sermon. From the Story, adapted from Max Lucado and Randy Frazee.

The Story 26 Easter April 17, 2011 It’s getting to be golf season and I’m ready to get out there and smack that golf ball . . . I hope. But when you get up at that first hole, my thinking isn’t very positive. I want to hit a great drive, but I’m wondering, why are so many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise Of Peace

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 15, 2019

You need to realize in that feeling of unworthiness is when the accuser is stealing, killing and destroying your peace and blessing, knocking them right out from underneath of you and you don’t even know it!

The promise of Peace Matt. 7:11 NKJ If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him? This is what Clarke’s Commentary has to say, If ye, then, being evil - who are radically and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Genesis 22:1-14, John 3:16, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 John 4:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 21, 2008

Obligation is good. Love is better!

The Heart of the Matter, Luke 10:38-42 Introduction My first staff position in a church was as the Associate Pastor of The Kirk Community Church in Dunedin, Florida. I normally arrived at church early but on this particular morning my wife and I had arrived just a few minutes before the worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church