Sermons on Smyrna Means Suffering:

The Real Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 23, 2015

The real meaning of Christmas is tied up essentially in the events that we celebrate at Easter

WSG 24-12-2015 Sermon On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first successful flight in an aeroplane at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in the USA It was their 5th attempt, with Orville being at the controls The flight only lasted 12 seconds – but it was man first flight in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Meaning Of True Love.

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Feb 23, 2019

Human beings define love as an affection (feeling) towards another, but that’s a wrong definition

Human beings define love as an affection (feeling) towards another, but that’s a wrong definition. The best place to find the right definition of love is from love himself. 1 John 4:8 says, God is love and love (God) defined himself as a commandment. A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8, John 13:34, John 3:16

Denomination: Charismatic

All Means All Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Jun 22, 2020

A sermon discussing the hopeless of people without the Gospel

All Means All Romans Series CCCAG March 15st, 2020 Scripture- Romans 3 (Shane Reading) One of the great tragedies of today's culture is that we have lost the ability to talk to one another reasonably. The reasons are twofold. The first is a deficiency within our educational system in that we ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What It Means To Repent

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 27, 2020

This message is about Repentrance - what it means in Scripture and how it starts with the heart versus the mouth. True repentance is not just saying you're sorry , it's actually being sorry and willing to stop and change.

What It Means To Repent Scripture: Matthew 3:1-2; 4:17; Mark 6:12; Acts 2:38; 3:19 Second Chronicles 7:14 says, “If My people, who are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 3:1-2, Matthew 4:17, Mark 6:12, Acts 2:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 8, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance of Christmas and what it means for our lives today.

The True Meaning of Christmas Christmas is a time of joy, giving, and celebration for people all around the world. However, amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it's easy to lose sight of the true meaning of Christmas. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical significance ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Luke 2:1-20, Romans 5:8-11

Sermon On The Golden Mean

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 2, 2024

Ethics are defined as the principles of conduct governing an individual or group. It can include a consciousness of moral importance or principles.

Potter Stewart, a former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States once remarked: “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.” 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 reminds us: “Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 13:8-10, Proverbs 11:1, Matthew 7:12

The True Meaning Of Christmas

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 17, 2021

Every December, hundreds of millions of people and even billions of people worldwide celebrate Christmas, the birth of Jesus. Is Jesus happy with that? Was Jesus really born on December 25th?

Intro: What would have happened if it had been three wise WOMEN instead of men? They would have asked for directions, arrived on time, helped deliver the baby, cleaned the stable, made a casserole, and brought disposable diapers as gifts! Let's read Isaiah 1:10-18: "10 Hear the word of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:10-18, 1 Chronicles 24:7-19, John 14:15, John 14:23-24, Matthew 22:37-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Meaning Of Easter Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Mar 31, 2023

The lines that surround Easter are often blurry, but one thing we know for sure is that the Tomb is Empty

April 01, 2023 1 Corinthians 15:1, 3–4 (LEB) Now I make known to you, brothers, the gospel which I proclaimed to you, which you have also received, in which you also stand…. 3 For I passed on to you as of first importance what I also received, that Christ died for our sins according to the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon On The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 18, 2022

The meaning of life appertains to the significance of living, or an existence in general.

Jagadish “Jaggi” Vasudev, better known by the honorific title “Sadhguru,” an Indian yoga guru and proponent of spirituality once remarked: “If you are too serious about everything, you will only know thoughts and emotions. You will not know life.” 1 John 1:7 confirms: “But if we walk in the light, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14, Psalm 90:12, Psalm 103:15-16

The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Dec 19, 2023

Everyone seems to have their own ideas about Christmas. Many are based on traditions but few are based on the Holy Bible. Christmas is a commemorative celebration of the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ.

INTRO: CHRISTMAS! There is a lot of talk about what it means, or at least what it should mean. Various cultures have developed different traditions surrounding this momentous event. It has certainly become significant to the retailers, since as much as 75% of their annual sales occur at this time. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4, Matthew 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The True Meaning Of Friendship SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Exploring the characteristics of a genuine friend.

Today, we gather to celebrate Family and Friends Day, and it is important to reflect on the meaning of the word "friend." In our society, this word is often used casually and has lost its true significance. My aim today is to shed light on the true meaning of friendship and help you understand the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-15

Topics: Family, Friends Day

The True Meaning Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Dec 21, 2022

The heart of Christmas is beautifully described in the gospel of John. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life

Christmas! The very word brings joy to our hearts. If there is a single word that describes what Christmas is all about, it is a Hebrew word, “Emmanuel” found in the gospel of Matthew: It reads "Look, the virgin will conceive a child! She will give birth to a son, and they will call him ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 1:1-2, Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Scandal Of The Cross

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 17, 2006

1. What does it mean for God to suffer? 2. What does it mean for us to suffer?

I was watching the ABC special “The Path to 9/11” a few years ago as it showed two Arab men talking in a restaurant in the U.S. They were planning the plot on the World Trade Center. One of the terrorists was telling the other that he had been in Germany and began talking about spiritual matters ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-39

Denomination: Methodist

The Poor Little Rich Church Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 22, 2011

The amazing riches in a church with nothing but all that Jesus wants for them.

Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God. Acts 14:22 All who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Tim 3:12 1 Pet 4:12 Jn 16:33 The second Church that received a letter from Jesus by the hand of John was Smyrna. In this letter there is not one word of ...read more

Healing For The Wounded; Forgiveness For The Those Who Wound Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 8, 2013

An honest/mature Christian honestly evaluates him/herself & strives to do better. When we evaluate ourselves we tend to err in two directions: judge ourselves better than we are or worse than we are.

Bullying: Far From Harmless Healing for the Wounded; Forgiveness for the Those Who Wound 3/10/2013 Chester First Baptist Church, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson Introduction: 13 Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Baptist