Sermons on seriousness: showing 616-630 of 14,432

The Lord Is Good

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Jan 6, 2019

A short sermon for a funeral service. I wrote this talk for the funeral of a Christian person.

In Nahum 1.7—a book in the Bible not often heard—the prophet Nahum says, “The LORD is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in him” (Nahum 1:7). It may seem counter-intuitive to consider this verse at a funeral when death is clearly on our minds. How can we say that the ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Worship God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Sep 2, 2022

I am convinced that the most important thing in the life of a Christian is this matter of worshipping the Lord.

I am convinced that the most important thing in the life of a Christian is this matter of worshipping the Lord. Why did you come to church today? Be honest. 1. Mom, a few hours of escape. 2. Dad, to please the wife. Please the preacher. 3. Kids, parents made me do it. Now adays it seems people ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Hell: Transformed By The Truth Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 26, 2024

This sermon confronts a solemn truth often avoided in our modern discourse—the reality of Hell. In exploring this topic, the Bible enables us to understand the gravity of this eternal reality and its significance to our lives.

The Reality of Hell: Transformed by the Truth Introduction: Today, we confront a solemn truth often avoided in our modern discourse—the reality of Hell. In our exploration of this topic, we turn to the Scriptures to understand the gravity of this eternal reality and its significance for our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:23, Revelation 20:15, Psalm 9:16, Romans 6:23, John 3:16, 2 Peter 3:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fix Our Eyes On Jesus (Hebrews 12)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 28, 2024

Have we come to the heavenly Jerusalem? What is our focus? Let's find out in Hebrews 12.

Is there a great cloud of witnesses who were faithful before us? Do their examples encourage us to run with endurance the race that is set before us? Do we meditate on what Jesus did for us? Does the Lord discipline those He loves? Have we come to the city of the living God, heavenly Jerusalem? ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Favoritism Forbidden PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 14, 2023

Showing favoritism goes against God's command to love our neighbors as ourselves, and we should strive to treat everyone equally, as God does.

Good morning, church family! Today we are diving headfirst into the book of James. We're going to discuss a topic that we all wrestle with from time to time. That's right, we're talking about favoritism, and how it goes against the Golden Rule and God's judgement. It's a tough subject, but as Billy ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Topics: Treat Others, Golden Rule

A Daily Word Of Encouragement And Admonishment Re: Coronavirus 2

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 22, 2020

All churches should have an ongoing ministry that includes every member and regular attendee

The coronovirus is going to be with us for a long time. We all have a responsibility to ourselves and our families to take it seriously and follow every precaution directed and suggested. As time goes by, the inclination to become complacent and careless will become more and more tempting. That ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Are Dust, Including All Our Achievements Series

Contributed by Kamalanathan Francis on Feb 20, 2021

Naked, we came into this earth, naked we shall leave this earth. None of our achievements nor wealth comes along with us.

Every person in this world has been trained to take a great deal of effort to become something in this world. Alexander the great took that very seriously and won many wars from Macedonia to India. He also asserted that the world is not enough for this great king. Unexpectedly, this king has to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19, Ecclesiastes 1:3-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It’s Time For Your Workout – Philippians 2:12-13 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 2, 2022

Today I want to talk to you about a workout, a spiritual workout that we all need to be engaged in in our lives.

At Muscle Beach they've got this big platform area where guys have all these weights and they're working out. It's kind of entertaining because people who are good looking, you know, who really can lift weights and they're strong, and they do lift those weights, it’s fun to watch ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bringing A Sinner To Repentance - Luke 15:11-32 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 16, 2024

Our natural response to those in sin is to either be hostile toward them or ignore the sin to avoid an uncomfortable conversation. Both are unloving. God requires us to work at bringing the person to repentance, and this message is all about the various ways to accomplish that.

Luke 15:11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, 'Father, give me my share of the estate.' So he divided his property between them. 13 "Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Repentance And Faith

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CHRISTIAN SIMPLICITY: REPENTANCE AND FAITH THE TWO ESSENTIALS OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE I.

CHRISTIAN SIMPLICITY: REPENTANCE AND FAITH THE TWO ESSENTIALS OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE I. RECEIVE CHRIST JESUS THE LORD -- REPENTANCE AND FAITH A. Repentance -- obstacles = pride, independence, self-reliance have to realize you are headed the wrong direction; conversion involves turning around (not ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Can't There Be A Horse In Heaven?

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Apr 8, 2014

Why Can't There Be A Horse In Heaven?

A preacher proclaimed from behind the pulpit that Revelation 19:11 depicting Christ on a white horse is most likely merely symbolic and not to be taken literally. The evidence provided was that this particular expositor did not believe that there are horses in Heaven. Unless the speaker can ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Outside The Gate Are Dogs...

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 5, 2017

These words caught my attention: “everyone who loves and practices lying”, yes, I have watched people enjoy doing the wrong things.

Outside the gate Revelation 22:15”Outside are the dogs and the sorcerers and the immoral persons and the murderers and the idolaters, and everyone who loves and practices lying.” Just look at the intensity of wrath in the above scripture! ‘Outside are the dogs’ – Hot, simmering anger towards ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

When There Is No Remedy Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Apr 13, 2018

When it comes to God’s Word…information without application leads to judgment

ENGAGE What changes have you made in your life over the past month based on what you’ve learned from the last four messages that I’ve preached? Just in case you’re having a hard time remembering some of the possible actions that I’ve suggested in each of those messages, let’s review briefly: • In ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Do I Hear An Amen?

Contributed by James Groce on Jul 17, 2002

"Amen" is far more meaningful than a period, a stop, or a signing-off word by which a prayer, song, or declaration is terminated.

In Scripture the word “Amen” comes from both Greek and Hebrew and is transliterated; which means there is no word in our language that can be interpreted exactly...so we used their word and in this case it is AMEN. It is variously translated Surely, Sure, Truth, Verily and Amen! Bullinger says ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do You Have The Fruit Of Repentance In Your Life?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 17, 2002

This sermon identifies 4 of the fruits of repentance and how they should affect our walk with God.

- Verse 8 of our passage puts before us the command to “bear fruits worthy of repentance.” - The obvious and immediate question that comes to mind is, “What are the fruits of repentance?” Fortunately for us, our passage points us to four of the fruits of repentance. - Repentance, of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:7-11, Luke 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist