Sermons on Staying True To God:

Sermon # 12 - What Is Our Identity? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 26, 2024

When Jonah revealed his true identity, the other seafarers must have been astounded. We as a church are called to let the world know that the God we believe and worship is the true and living God, creator of heaven and earth and let’s not miss the opportunity to do so.

We read in Jonah 1:8, Then the men said to Jonah, "It is your fault that this terrible thing is happening to us. Tell us, what have you done? What is your job? Where do you come from? What is your country? Who are your people?" (ERV) The word of God came to Jonah to go to Nineveh, but ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:8-9, Genesis 14:13, Joshua 24:2, Genesis 39:14, Exodus 12:12, 1 Timothy 3:15, Hebrews 11:3, Romans 1:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Fruit Happens

Contributed by Joe Stanley on Nov 15, 2008

A sermon about staying connected to Christ.

Fruit Happens Joe Stanley November 15, 2008 John 15:1-8 This morning we are in the book of John, chapter 15. Last week we were in chapter 1 and briefly discussed the historicity of the book of John, and John’s purpose of writing this book. We also briefly touched on science and scripture and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Found The Way Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 9, 2001

God promised that He’s provide the way for Ahaz and Judah to put things together properly, and, true to His Word, He did!

He Found a Way March 10, 2001 A Communion Service How many of you have ever purchased something that you had to assemble? I’ve done a fair bit of that over the years. I’ve bought and assembled a couple of children’s bicycles- they look simple, but watch out! We’ve bought and assembled quite a ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Night Comes To Israel"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 27, 2010

The Jews had their final confrontation with Jesus, and their final chance.

"At that time the Feast of the Dedication took place at Jerusalem; 23 it was winter, and Jesus was walking in the temple in the portico of Solomon. 24 The Jews then gathered around Him, and were saying to Him, "How long will You keep us in suspense? If You are the Christ, tell us plainly." 25 ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-39

Denomination: Orthodox

Burn It - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 16, 2012

God clearly mentions the punishment, so that we stay away from such wickedness...

Burn it! Part 2 Leviticus 20:14”If a man marries a woman and her mother, it is wickedness. They shall be burned with fire, both he and they, that there may be no wickedness among you.” Though Leviticus may not be one of your much loved book but still it holds some extremely ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Knowledge Hurts: Wisdom In An Age Of Overload

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 8, 2025

Despite the abundance of information, stay focused on God's genuine truth.

“When Knowledge Hurts: Wisdom in an Age of Overload” Text: Ecclesiastes 1:18 (NKJV) “For in much wisdom is much grief, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow.” “The Man Who Read Too Much” A man obsessively consumed online information, researching scandals, conspiracies, government ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Memorials In God's Word

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on May 25, 2002

Do we truly honor Memorial Day? We have lost much of the intended meaning of this "holy-day" since it was established in the aftermath of the Civil War. However, God’s Word gives clear instruction on the true meaning a memorial should include. Discover it

Holiday = root, "holy day" = Set apart to meditate on day / event / occasion + A day elevated above others for holy purposes + Over time = Meaning has degenerated = Downward trend of life + [1] Leisure time away from work, devoted to rest or pleasure = [2] A day on which work is suspended by law or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Basic Training: Becoming A Spiritual Warrior Series

Contributed by Jordon Leblanc on Aug 8, 2008

So often we are fooled into trying to stay on the sidelines of the spiritual battle raging around us. This is a call to suit up and become a spiritual warrior.

I serve a great king. Isn’t that the truth this morning? The video we just watched actually kind of gives me chills at the end because it’s an amazing declaration of the victory we have in Christ Jesus. If you have your Bibles with you this morning, would you turn with me to the book of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

To Your Name Be The Glory

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 17, 2013

The Psalmist tells us why we give glory to God alone. 1- Because God is loving and faithful 2- Because God is the one true God 3- Because God remembers and blesses

INTRO.- ILL. - At the conclusion of the sermon, the worshipers filed out of the sanctuary to greet the minister. As one of them left, he shook the minister's hand, thanked him for the sermon and said, "Thanks for the message, Reverend. You know, you must be smarter than Einstein." Beaming with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Windows Of Joy,from The Cross To Victory

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 17, 2003

The use of Joy by Jesus to stay on the Cross

Windows of Joy, From the Cross to Victory. Hebrews 12:2, Looking unto Jesus, the author and finnisher of our faith, who for the Joy that was set before Him endured the Cross,despiseing the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. Many Christians look at this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Living On Purpose

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jul 25, 2009

I got this idea from a sermon I saw on SermonCentral. Very few fulfill the purpose of God in their lives so they never fully know the fulness of life God has for them.

“LIVING ON PURPOSE” LWC July 26, 2009 I’ve teaching on “PURPOSE” on Wednesday nights for some weeks now. It’s something God has impressed on my heart. I know that if we are to live any kind of “Righteous, Successful Christian Lives” we need to understand our “PURPOSE” in life, given by God! God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ As Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus made it clear that true disciples forsake all to follow him.

Putting on a uniform does not make you a soldier. Qualifications are made clear for soldiers. Kevin Ammerman of Indiana was determined to join the military, but at 351 pounds he was turned down from each branch because he was ‘too big.’ He lost 160 pounds, met the requirements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meditate Upon Things Worthy Of Virtue And Praise Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2020

In our study of Philippians thus far, Paul has told his Philippian friends that they should empty their minds of fear and anxiety and anything else that will detract from their pilgrimage of faith. Now he gives them a list of virtues they should think about and meditate on.

Date: 7/22/19 Lesson #32 Title: Meditate upon things worthy of virtue and praise • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: (Philippians 4:8-9, NIV) 8Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Hunger

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 18, 2012

Staying spiritually healthy encourages appetite.

mak-ar'-ee-os supremely blest; by extension fortunate, well off: - blessed, happy Matt 5:6 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.” That verse describes a blessing that I want to live in for the rest of my life. I don’t want to ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who You Love? Series

Contributed by Burt Santiago on Mar 4, 2023

A true follower of Jesus must express the love they’ve found in him

1 John 4:15(v19)-21 - Who You Love - YP Fellowship Text: “We love, because He first loved us.” ??1 John? ?4?:?19? ?NASB1995?? SST: This passge tells that God is love SSS: my sermon says that a true follower of Jesus must express the love they’ve found in him Objective: Doctrinal / ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:15-21