Sermons on Seek Ye First:

The Shepherds' Response To The Christ Child Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 18, 2024

God chose lowly shepherds to be the first to hear the news of the birth of His Son and the first outsiders to see Jesus.

THE SHEPHERDS’ RESPONSE TO THE CHRIST CHILD A. As of today, there is only 17 days left before Christmas. 1. By this time people are in HIGH GEER getting everything READY for all the FESTIVITIES. 2. And, as I said last Sunday, this time of year can become so HECTIC that we forget about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Empowered Services

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jul 8, 2006

The church of Jesus Christ must believe two things. First, the Lord exists and second, He rewards those who diligently seek Him. In order to fully enjoy the Holy Spirit’s anointing on all we do as a Body of Christ we must have the assurance that if we a

Turn Your Bibles to Hebrews 11:6 Title: Empowered Services Theme: Preparing for Life Changing Worship Services Listen as I read Hebrews 11:6, “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Is It So Hard For Us To See?

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 3, 2012

How often do you find yourself in a position where you know what is right, but you don't do it... Society teaches us to seek for our own personal happiness and fulfillment, but Christianity is about service and obedience first... our fulfillment and joy c

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 1, 2012 Date Preached: September 2, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Sermon Sermon Title: Why Is It So Hard For Us To See? Sermon Text: Luke 12:54-59 [NASB] Introduction: Did you know that statistics ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:54-59

Denomination: Baptist

Prosperity Out Of Adversity

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

Every man or woman God used greatly was first put through a test in preparation and training for the best plan God had for them. God can bring good out of evil for the person who loves Him and seeks to do His will. Life on earth will always be filled with

Intro: Every man or woman God used greatly was first put through a test in preparation and training for the best plan God had for them. God can bring good out of evil for the person who loves Him and seeks to do His will. Life on earth will always be filled with opposite events. Let us consider ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:14

Denomination: *other

Set Free Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 4, 2013

This sermon is the first in a series on the book of Galatians. This sermon covers the first 10 verses and acts as an introduction to the series.

Introduction: A. Let me start this morning with some questions: 1. What is it that really gets you going? What is it that really makes you mad? 2. What gets your emotions stirred and launches you into a fight’em mode? 3. I came across this funny bumper sticker: “I'm just driving this ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is In A Name Series

Contributed by Chad Reister on Dec 17, 2002

the first in our advent series

What is in a Name? I have stated before that I was going to do a sermon series for the month of Thanksgiving and then for the month of Christmas and so today we begin the series for Christmas. In doing so we will explore and celebrate Advent. The word “advent” means coming. . Christians know and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Prayer

Contributed by Mark Bauer on Aug 1, 2007

God does answer prayer if we ask, seek, knock.

The Power of Prayer There is a priest in Dublin, Ireland named Father Foster He tells about the day he parked his car on a rather steep slope close to his church. His little terrier was lying on the back seat and could not be seen by anyone outside the vehicle. Father Foster got out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

To Live Without Love Is Litter

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 25, 2001

First sermon in a series on 1 Corinthians 13

Sermon for 2/1/98 I Corinthians 13:1-3 To Love is To Live HoHum: A. The sappy songs of the 80’s. We need more love. Misunderstandings about love. We love our parents, we love our dog, we love sports, we love music, we love baseball, we love apple pie, we love Chevrolet. B. The four loves - ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consider Your Life Pt 1 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 21, 2018

First of three messages drawing principles from Haggai. This message looks at God's first two admonitions to consider their calendar and their priorities.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch "Consider Your Life” Pt 1 Introduction Have you ever worked your head off and found little satisfaction when it was all over? Do you feel like the more money you earn the less there seems to be? Does whatever you do feel like a pointless chore or a bitter ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Fool's Gold Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 4, 2022

Overcome the challenges and seek after God's Wisdom

Introduction People in hard hats working underground is what often comes to my mind when I think about how gold is mined. It is challenging work. According to what I read; it takes a long time from prospecting to mining to producing the finished product- refined gold. On the other hand, fool’s gold ...read more

Scripture: Job 28:20-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Up Is Down - Part 1 Of 8 Series

Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Apr 1, 2010

The first part of eight on the Beattitudes.

The Perfect Standard For Life The Way Up Is Down – Part 1 of 8 Reading: Matthew 5v1-3 Jesus’ sermon on the mount is so powerful that we can hardly overstate it’s influence in lives of so many people. It is simply the greatest sermon ever preached, because it came from the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Jesus - The Benefits Of Belief Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 10, 2008

SErmon 10 in First John series

The Truth about Jesus – The Benefits of Belief 1 John 5:13-21 The Truth about Jesus – The Benefits of Belief (v. 13-21) Eternal life (v. 13) Answered prayers (v.14-17) God’s Protection (v.18-19) Understanding minds (v. 20-21) Slide Being a Christian is hard sometimes. When some people know you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21, Ephesians 1:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Purpose For Our Life

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Feb 6, 2010

With God center in our lives, seeking to conform ourselves to the image of His Son, seeking to serve His will as Christ’s Ambassadors we will fulfill His purpose for our lives.

God’s Purpose For Our Life 11/11/07 PM Reading: Luke 4:16-21 Introduction How would you describe your life if you were to use just one word? Frantic? Fatigued? Frustrating? Maybe some of us would say Fun? Fulfilling? I wonder if any of us might use the word "Focused?" Focused is a word we can apply ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 6, 2005

How to seek for and take in bread that will really nourish your soul

Names of God: " the bread of life". WBC 4 Dec 2005 pm. John 6:25-51 A man was a regular diner at a restaurant. The owner always did his best to please him. One day he complained that he only received one piece of bread with his meal, so the waiter promptly brought him four slices. The man said, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-51

Denomination: Baptist

Responding Courageously To A Challenge

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

First message in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: “Responding Courageously to a Challenge” Type: Expos. – Series – PartII Script. Neh. 1 Where: GNBC 9-17-06/ rw 1-4-15 Intro: One summer morning as Ray Blankenship was preparing his breakfast, he gazed out the window, and saw a small girl being swept along in the rain-flooded drainage ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible