Sermons on Substitutionary Sacrifice:

Dedication Of Temple And Our Selves Before God

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 7, 2008

In this out line we look at some points that the dedication of the Temple is also in types required of us as we too dedicate ourselves to God. To serve Him, love Him, and offer our selves as a living sacrifice to Him. Romans 12:1-2 (AMP) I APPEAL to you t

DEDICATION OF TEMPLE AND OUR SELVES BEFORE GOD 2Chr 6:18 But will God in very deed dwell with men on the earth? behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain thee; how much less this house which I have built! In this out line we look at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:18-24

Getting Closer To My God - Part I

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Oct 26, 2008

The Book of Leviticus is, arguably , one of the least read books of the old testament. However, there are some precious lessons for us Christians in this book. This book teaches us about Experiencing the Presence of the Lord, Honoring Him with meaningful

Getting Close to my God - Part I Some old testament books are never read. The book of Leviticus could well qualify for that award. I am sure many of us sitting here would not even have read it once. The bad news this morning is that I am going to preach on the book of Leviticus. It is a very long ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of Serving

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2008

Jesus could have grasped his fame as God, but the Son of God gave his glory up to serve and die for our salvation.

November 4, 2008 St. Charles Borromeo Election Day I recently heard from a reliable source that research tells us teenage girls would rather be a gofer for a celebrity than be CEO of a major corporation. Fame is deceptive, and beauty fleeting, as Proverbs says, but they are both mighty attractive ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Catholic

A Sacrificial Transformation

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Nov 11, 2008

In our spiritual lives we must sacrifice some things in order to see spiritual change.

Have you ever had to give up something that you really, really loved? Something that had a hold on you, and you had a hold on it. I mean this was something you went to bed dreaming about, and woke up in the morning smiling at just the thought of it. Something that had been a part of your life ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Rewards Of Persecution

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 19, 2008

A challenge to live our lives in fuller awareness of those who are suffering and facing death because of their faith in Jesus Christ. (National Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church)

A UKRANIAN BISHOP IS DEPORTED FROM BELARUS FOR “RELIGIOUS ACTIVITES.” TALIBAN GUNMEN SHOOT AND KILL A CHRISTIAN AID WORKER IN KABUL, AFGHANISTAN. ISLAMIC EXTREMEST RANDOMLY KILL 7 CHRISTIANS IN MOSUL, IRAQ. A MAN IN MEXICO KILLS 3 MEMBERS OF A CHRISTIAN FAMILY WHO JUST HAPPENED TO BE HIS ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Free Methodist

And Then Some

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 1, 2008

This sermon deals with the need to always be willing to do your best. I remember listening to tape by John Maxwell years ago on this topic.

And Then Some by Rick Gillespie- Mobley Genesis 24:1-24:20 And then some Genesis 24:1-9 Matthew 5:38-48 Test Genesis 24:9-20 Imagine yourself being the owner of your own business. You have the chance to make millions of dollars in profit. A lot is going to depend on your employees. You can ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Transformation

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 29, 2008

Jesus renews the ancient Hebrew Passover meal and gives it a new reality in the true Lamb of God.

December 29, 2008 Sacramentum Caritatis The new priest offered his first sermon to his congregation. As the people left, many stopped and complimented him on his preaching. He thanked them, went through the week and, the next Sunday, noticed a larger congregation. Some of the parishioners ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Catholic

The Miracle Of Christmas

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 22, 2008

Joseph & Mary believed God’s Word and trusted Him. God’s plan for their lives was not an easy one. Though things were difficult, God blessed them. Through their obedience, the world has been blessed.

A miracle happened on Christmas Day. God stepped into this world. • Jesus Christ, who is God, was born. He was born with a purpose - to save you and me from our sin and give us the hope of eternal life. • This great plan of God was fulfilled because two persons were willing to trust and obey God. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On The Mountain Of Absolute Surrender

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

Abraham's Surrender

Genesis 22:1-19 ON THE MOUNTAIN OF ABSOLUTE SURRENDER 1. Abraham's Test INVOLVED PERCEPTION (We must be in a position to hear God.) 2 And he said, Take now thy son, thine only son Isaac, whom thou lovest, and get thee into the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Holiness

The Call Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 9, 2016

the cross is not just a symbol we look to or place our faith in. It’s not just what Jesus did for us. It is what Jesus invites us to. It is a way of life for those following Jesus.

The Call to the Cross Mark 8:34-38 The Cross. What comes to mind when you hear that word? A decorative altar ornament? Something that rests on top of a church steeple? A piece of jewelry hanging around the neck? Mention the word "cross" to the people of Jesus' day and a very different image came ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Methodist

Give Sacrificially Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 22, 2016

Obedience always requires sacrifice.

In a Psychology Today article called, “The Myth of Multitasking,” Dr. Nancy Napier shares a test delivered by the Potential Project, a group based out of Denmark that proves that multitasking, the idea that we can focus on two things at the same time, is a myth. I am going to time you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

How Focusing On Sacrifice Can Twist Our Faith Into Something Ugly

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 6, 2014

Why focusing on sacrifice causes trouble and how focusing on compassion (as Jesus instructs us to) brings better results.

WHAT'S WRONG WITH SACRIFICE? Sacrifice is not intrinsically bad, but the problem is when we say that more sacrifice equals a better Christian. - Matthew 9:13. - There is a lot that is good to sacrifice. Like many other things, though, making it the ultimate goal of our Christian life puts us in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

In The Shadow Of Bulls & Goats Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 23, 2012

Before Christ gave up his life as a sacrifice for the sins of the world, there was a system that God put into place through Moses that resembled what was to come in Christ. This system of sacrificing animals and shedding blood was the people’s effort to g

Today we begin a short series on what I believe may be the best chapter of the bible in terms of explaining exactly what Christ has done, because it puts in the historical perspective of why sacrifices were necessary in the first place. You can read more about the old covenant in chapter 9. That ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-10

The High Priest Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Aug 29, 2012

Today’s message is in some ways going to sound like last week’s in term’s of what our high priest has done. But I also want to make this very practical in terms of what Peter says in 1 Peter chapter 2 about the body of believers being a royal priesthood.

The first thing I want to do is debunk the traditional idea of priests in the Church. In the Catholic tradition there is a basic holding to the tradition of the Old Testament. Priests in the Old Testament were very exclusive, and could only come from the family of Aaron and the tribe of Levi. There ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-22

Let's Make A Deal

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 8, 2008

What are you sacrificing in exchange of obedience? Do you make spiritual deals such as: Buy Now - Pay Later! Or Low-Interest-Refinancing Available! Or Lease To Own?

OPTIONAL SERMON OPENER --------------- Money Grab Buy play money or go to http://www.hasbro.com/monopoly/pl/page.treasurechest/dn/default.cfm and print off monopoly money (free). Print off one page then you can use your church’s printer for the rest. Have ushers give one bill to every person who ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational