Sermons on Sermon On Being Great:

Being Submissive In Days Of Rebellion Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 21, 2001

God expects submission to government, submission to employers, submission in marriage, and submission to other Christians.

The word “submit” is the key to this section. This word is very closely related to the word “humility.” To submit requires humility. Today we are living in days of pride and rebellion. My wife and I were given a book on parenting written by Dr. James Dobson, and he states that there are twice ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Great In God's Kingdom Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jul 13, 2023

It is God's desire that we live so that our lives will be great in His Kingdom I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God

HOW TO BE GREAT IN GOD’S KINGDOM Let’s stand together and please open your Bible to Revelation 22:12 as we continue our series on eternal rewards with today’s message, “How to be Great in God’s Kingdom.” It is my hope that everyone here wants to be called great in God’s kingdom and if so, then this ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:12, Revelation 3:21, Matthew 18:1-4, Matthew 20:26-28, Matthew 5:19, Matthew 5:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Principles To Being Sold Out

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 14, 2007

At times we have to strip ourselves of the stiff and wooden qualities and disrobe ourselves of the contentment and complacency that strangles our devotion to holiness and boldness.

Romans 1:13-17 There’s no doubt about Paul - he was sold out for Christ! He could not have accomplished such a life of faith without this trait! A verse that stands out regarding being sold out for God is... Matthew 6:33 “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness...” The word “seek” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Isn't Being Good, Good Enough?

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 5, 2007

This sermon deals with the idea that so many people have today that all you have to do to get to heaven is be a good, moral, upstanding person.

The question this young man asked Jesus is a question that many people today are still asking. “What good thing must I do to get eternal life?” In other words, what do you have to do in order to go to Heaven when you die? The Rich young ruler was a very good man, he had kept all of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

"the Great Mercy Of God"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 26, 2023

A sermon about something we are all guilty of.

“The Great Mercy of God” Luke 18:9-14 Have you ever driven past another person holding a sign “will work for food” and felt a bit of disgust or even contempt in your heart toward them…kind of like a feeling of “I’m better than you”? Have you ever felt superior to a prostitute, a drug addict, an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Living And Thriving In God's World

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 30, 2016

Paul writes that we must be willing to change and adapt to the world that we live in if we are to be successful in being all that God wants us to be.

Living and Thriving In God's World (are we relevant) 1 Corinthians 9:19-27 (NLT) Intro: A lady was out hitting all the local garage sales when she came across an old needlepoint picture that read, “Prayer Changes Lives.” She bought it, took it home and began to look for just the right ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Making My Stewardship Practical Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011

Being good stewards in the kingdom of heaven requires implementing some practices that promote our stewardship.

This morning we’re going to wrap up our five week series on stewardship in the kingdom of heaven. We began five weeks ago by establishing four foundational principles. Since these are so important, let’s review them one more time: Foundational principle #1: • God owns everything Foundational ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24

Denomination: Baptist

How To Prepare A Sermon Series

Contributed by S. R. Manohar on May 22, 2021

How do I prepare messages? Here are a few steps on how to prepare a message or a sermon

Young people usually ask me, how do I prepare messages? Here are a few steps on how to prepare a message or a sermon. First thing, if you want to preach anywhere or in your Sunday service, ask the Lord what exactly is in His heart. What does He want you to speak or share? Get the topic from His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16

2020 My Year Of Greatness

Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020

The Lord says Y2020 is our year of Greatness!!!! I pray that this prophecy shall come to pass in your life. Let’s look at three bible characters Abraham, Moses and Joshua whom God promised greatness as we proceed in this message:

The Lord says Y2020 is our year of Greatness!!!! I pray that this prophecy shall come to pass in your life. Let’s look at three bible characters Abraham, Moses and Joshua whom God promised greatness as we proceed in this message: How did Abraham become great? “Yes, think about Abraham, your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Exodus 32:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love In The Light Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 11, 2016

An encouraging Segmented Narrative Sermon which focuses on love and lighting our world with love.

LOVE IN THE LIGHT 1 JOHN 2:7-17 #1John2 INTRODUCTION… BOAT STORY PART 1 Once upon a time there was a world that was totally dark. No light. No light at all. No sun. No moon. No stars. The only lights in the whole world were lamps, candles, fires, and other man-made lights. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Said, "Be Opened"

Contributed by Jim Moore on Sep 18, 2014

Jesus' words are able to penetrate the most severe deafness and warm the coldest heart. When Jesus touches us with His saving grace we must tell others. Here in Mark 7 some caring people bring a deaf-mute to Jesus. Who are you bringing to Jesus?

Titusville Church of Christ – Titusville, PA Sunday Morning – August 17, 2014 Sermon Scripture – Mark 7:31-37 31 Again, departing from the region of Tyre and Sidon, He came through the midst of the region of Decapolis to the Sea of Galilee. 32 Then they brought to Him one who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Christian Church

Three Things We Take To Heaven Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016

A message on how we take the character we have fashioned; the contributions we have made and the converts we have led to Jesus to heaven with us.

BIBLE MESSAGES ON EASTER Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Yahoo to homeorchurchbiblestudy.com bob marcaurelle Message 7 Annual Sermons: Vol. 11 Sermon 9 Bob Marcaurelle: 1998 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

How Can We Be The Christians God Wants Us To Be? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 29, 2021

God wants us to... 1. Be moved by His great mercies (vs. 1). 2. Dedicate every day to the Lord (vs. 1). 3. Have regular times of renewal (vs. 2).

How Can We Be the Christians God Wants Us to Be? The Book of Romans Romans 12:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared July 29, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Romans 12 marks a big turning point in Paul's letter to the Christians in Rome. Pastor Steve Weaver explained that "the first 11 chapters of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 1 - People Matter To God Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 24, 2025

People matter to God and therefore, people should matter to us. God wants everyone who is lost to be found and that's why God gave the great commission to the followers of Jesus. We must go make disciples who make disciples.

Introduction: A. One day, an antique collector was walking through the city when he noticed a mangy cat lapping milk from a saucer in the doorway of a store and he did a double take. 1. His expertise told him that the saucer was extremely old and very valuable, so he walked casually into the store ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10, Matthew 28:16-20, Mark 1:17, Acts 1:8, 2 Corinthians 5:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disagreeing Without Being Disagreeable Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 19, 2010

If we want to get along we must lose our arrogant attitudes and live for the Lord alone.

Disagreeing Without Being Disagreeable Romans 14:1-8 Rev. Brian Bill 9/19/10 I thought you might want to know why I didn’t preach the last two weeks. I’ve been busy putting hot-air hand dryers in the rest rooms. After installing them I decided to remove them because when I went into ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-8

Denomination: Baptist