Sermons on Seek The Lord First:

Put God's Fear First

Contributed by Paul Robinson on May 17, 2023

What is the "fear of the Lord" all about? How can we display this fear in our lives?

The word “beginning” means “the first.” If you want godly wisdom, you must put God’s fear first. The fear of the Lord is simply a holy awe of God; it is a reverence for who He is. Without this fear, you cannot attain godly wisdom, for it is the beginning of such wisdom. This verse here tells us ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

The First Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 14, 2011

Stephen, the first Christian martyr, teaches us how we can be prepared to live and die for Christ.

* Our culture’s love of records and stats (i.e., longest hitting streak; first to land on moon; etc.) * Our culture’s love of “firsts” = they set the standard and give an example to everyone who will ever follow them * Stephen’s role as one among those who did something first...the first Christian ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking And Saving The Lost

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 4, 2015

Jesus came to seek and save the lost. Only Jesus can save the lost! Have you surrendered your life to Him? Is He your all in all? Maybe some of us are being compelled by the HS tonight to surrender afresh to Jesus Christ who is our Lord, Savior and King.

Opening illustration: A pastor phoned the home of some recent visitors to the church. A voice on the other end of the phone answered with a whispered "Hello." The pastor asked, "Who is this?” The whispered voice said, "Jimmy." The pastor asked, "How old are you, Jimmy?" The voice said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeking Him - His Terms

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 21, 2009

Contrasting Pride & Humility with the lives of Uzziah & Isaiah and how it relates to our approach to the Lord

Affectionately known as "Uncle John" to his troops, Union Gen. John Sedgwick was one of the best loved c Civil War commanders and was known to be a solid and dependable leader. During the Battle of the Wilderness in the Civil War, Union general John Sedgwick was inspecting his troops near ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Refuge

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Aug 18, 2024

In times of trouble we seek peace and safety. Where we seek it makes all the difference in the world.

It always seems that I get a request to preach form the Psalms. Today Psalm 11. The Psalms speak to us – we can almost hear ourselves in the Psalms – praising God – mourning our sin – questioning the world – seeking vengeance on our enemies. Before reading let’s introduce some aspects of the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First Judge Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 16, 2022

Othniel delivered God’s people through battle and there was peace for God’s people for forty years. Don’t get in the trap that repeats itself twelve times through the book of Judges with sin, punishment, repentance and deliverance. Don’t forget all the good things the Lord has done for you.

The title First Judge is taken from the movie First Knight. The First Knight story of Camelot. Lancelot is the courageous sword fighter. He runs the gauntlet and wins a kiss from Guinevere, the bride to be of King Arthur. Then Lancelot after another daring deed saves the life of Guinevere and lands ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Servant Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 1, 2008

First in a series of messages based on the Magnificat of Mary.

INTRODUCTION: A.J. Gordon was the great Baptist pastor of the Clarendon Church in Boston, Massachusetts. One day he met a young boy in front of the sanctuary carrying a rusty cage in which several birds fluttered nervously. Gordon inquired, "Son, where did you get those birds?" The boy replied, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Giving God The First Day Of The Week

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 22, 2024

Giving God the first day of the week (Sunday) as a day of rest and worship is the best way to start your week.

Giving God the 1st day of the week Hebrews 10:23-25 A Preacher told this story: • Of something that happened during his week • He had the undivided attention of his congregation when • he related the following incident: He said “I stopped: ? in a coffee shop the other day and ? sat at the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seek Not The Limelight

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 3, 2018

A study in the book of Numbers 18: 1 – 32

Numbers 18: 1 – 32 Seek not the limelight 18 Then the LORD said to Aaron: “You and your sons and your father’s house with you shall bear the iniquity related to the sanctuary, and you and your sons with you shall bear the iniquity associated with your priesthood. 2 Also bring with you your ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Stuck Or Seeking?

Contributed by Jeff Kolk on Jan 27, 2001

Are you "stuck" in life or "seeking" God’s will for you?

Stuck or Seeking? Mark 10:46-52 INTRODUCTION: Pastor Steve Heartsill shares a story of A young man, who had worked for years on the railroad, wanted a job as a signalman for the railroad. For his interview, he was told to meet the inspector at the signal box. The inspector asked him, "What would ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

Seek Wisdom Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Oct 28, 2024

James contrasts two kinds of wisdom - earthy wisdom and wisdom from above.

James: Practical Faith  James 3:13-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church  10-27–2024 Unwise In 1912, a French tailor, Franz Reichelt, climbed 200 feet up the Eiffel Tower. He was going to prove his invention worked. His friends thought this was unwise and begged him ...read more

Scripture: James 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Hide And Seek. Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Sep 14, 2007

This message is all about running outside of the will of God for our lives it looks at the symptoms to be found within the individual the consequnces that take place around us and the remedy to be administered.

Jonah Chapter 1: 1 17. Hide and seek Do you remember the children’s game hide and seek..... did you ever get such a good hiding place nobody ever caught you maybe you did? This opening chapter of Jonah is all about the Christian game of hide and seek - Jonah tries to get into such a good ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking The Savior

Contributed by Paul Davidson on May 5, 2018

An Advent message - God seeks after us and wants us to find Him… Seek the Savior while He can still be found!

(Note for readers: There is a short Children’s Message at the beginning, followed by the sermon for an adult audience) CHILDREN’S MESSAGE There is a game we used to play when I was a kid… It’s called “Hide and Seek”… Do you know that game? One person will be “it” and try to find the other people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:10-12, 1 Peter 1:8, Psalm 16:11, Hebrews 11:6, Luke 2:20, Revelation 3:20, Deuteronomy 4:29, John 4:13-14, Luke 19:10, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Isaiah 55:6, Matthew 2:1-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Hide And Seek

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Dec 17, 2009

We, who were ceated for the express purpose of having fellowship with God, have a tendency to work incredibly hard at abandoning Him.

HIDE AND SEEK Matthew 10:26-27 What does it mean to "abandon," "forsake," or "leave alone" the omnipresent God, God who is everywhere. How is that possible? It is ONLY possible if God allows us to leave, allows us to turn our back upon God Himself. Yes, it is much like the parent playing "Hide and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Seek The Refuge Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 6, 2022

Rev. 6 shows us the effect on mankind as they see Christ's 2nd coming. They are all seized with remorse for their sins and terror at the expected judgment. We'll also face Christ in all His power & glory. No excuses for disobedience will be accepted.

SEEK THE REFUGE Revelation 6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: GAS SHORTAGE It was the start of a holiday weekend and the last "full-service" gas station was crowded. Finally the attendant hustled up to the local minister who had been waiting in line some time. "I'm sorry for the delay, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-17, Proverbs 22:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God