Sermons on Sufficient Sacrifice:

The Sacrifice Of Thanksgiving

Contributed by James May on Nov 22, 2009

The Sacrifice of Thanksgiving that is described in the Book of Leviticus carries a powerful message to our world today. Let us have a heart of thanksgiving unto God.

The Sacrifice of Thanksgiving Sunday, November 22, 2009 – AM By Pastor James May Thanksgiving is just a few days away. Already, turkeys by the thousands have given their lives so that we may celebrate a day of rest, although I don’t how much rest will be involved when there is so much cooking ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 7:11-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Altar Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009

Paul, Pt. 3

THE ALTAR OF SACIFICE (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sacrificer Or Survivor?

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Jul 21, 2009

The greatest contributions to the world are made by the greatest sacrificers.

SACRIFICER OR SURVIVOR? Life has many “ups” and “downs.” We would rather have the “up” experiences rather than those that can be described as “downers.” Sometimes we think of the “up” times as successes and the “down” times as failures. However, it is how we respond and react to the “ups and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 4, 2009

Are you being impressed upon by the outside, or motivated by an inward change in character? That’s at the heart of these first very important verses of Romans 12.

God’s mercy leads us to give ourselves willingly into His hands as a sacrifice to be used in God’s service. This happens by a two step process: stopping the process of conformation to the world, and encouraging the process of transformation into someone who thinks like God. As we move forward we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Joy Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 3, 2003

The sacrifice of Christ made our salvation a full and free gift; our personal sacrifice is the joyful response that makes ministry possible.

February 2, 2003 1Now the leaders of the people lived in Jerusalem, but the rest of the people cast lots to bring one out of ten to live in Jerusalem, the holy city, while nine-tenths remained in the other cities. 2And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem. Nehemiah ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Sacrifice Of Love

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE SACRIFICE OF LOVE PROVES A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD (4:7 - 5:3) 1.

THE SACRIFICE OF LOVE PROVES A RELATIONSHIP WITH GOD (4:7 - 5:3) 1. Two Arguments for Loving the Brethren (4:7-12) a. Based on God's Eternal Nature (:7-8) -- Love is Consistent with His Nature 1) Positively (:7) 2) Negatively (:8) b. Based on God's Historical Gift (:9-12) -- Love is Consistent ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Living Sacrifice

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 2, 2005

We are to present ourselves to God as a living sacrifice surrendered totally to Him for His use and glory.

I. The Exhortation. “I beseech”—This word is a strong word meaning to beg, to implore. It carries a much stronger thought than merely asking for something or making a casual recommendation. II. The Motive. “By the mercies of God.” All of us have been recipients of God’s mercies. His mercies are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Perfect Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 7, 2008

3rd in series (Section 3)on Hebrews. This message was preached on Easter Sunday and focuses on the sacrifice of Jesus and the torn veil

Most of us have a hard time with blood – especially outside of our own flesh. Most of us, with the exception of those who are emergency responders or in the medical field, get a bit queasy when we see a little blood. It doesn’t have to be oozing, gushing, or pumping – sometimes just a little bit ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sacrifice A Son

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2008

Abraham was told by God to sacrifice his only son Isaac. God did not ask Abraham to do something God was not willing to do Himself. This sermon parallels these truths.

Abraham is the Father of our Faith. In Genesis 12 God called him to be the leader of a great nation. In our story today God tells Abraham to sacrifice his son. Let’s study this story for truths we can apply to our lives. I. The request from God 22:1, 2 READ Notice in verse 2 God understood the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Place Of Sacrifice

Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 26, 2008

This is a sermon that shows the great sacrifice that Abraham was willing to make as he offered up Isaac and the way that the Lord blessed him.

THE PLACE OF SACRIFICE TEXT: Genesis 22 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: In this chapter, Abraham is going to be facing his greatest test. Upon the completion of this test, Abraham will have demonstrated his willingness to turn loose his most prized possession, his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Shadow And The Sacrifice

Contributed by John Harper on Nov 5, 2008

The first covenant was a shadow of the perfect sacrifice that would purge our guilty conscience

“Shadow and the Sacrifice” Hebrews 9:1-14 Warden Assembly of God Pastor John L. Harper November 2, 2008 Introduction: In our text, he shows that the old covenant sacrificial system was temporary and imperfect. It could not provide a clean conscience for the worshipers. God designed that old system ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of The Sacrifice

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 18, 2008

Blood - everyone’s favorite topic. We will look at the spiritual and religious significance that blood has for us to prepare our hearts for communion.

The Significance of the Sacrifice 1 Corinthians 11:23-32 November 16, 2008 This morning we are going to talk about everyone’s favorite topic: blood. How precious is the flow? I was reminded of a story. A man let his dog out one night to do his business and went back to his football game and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-32

Denomination: Church Of God

Why A Sacrifice?

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005

the meaning of the cross

Intro: why did God institute the sacrifices? Is there any value in understanding their meaning for us today? How do they all point to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross? I. Why did God institute the sacrificial system? a. First of all to point to the significance of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Willing To Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 5, 2005

This message brings an interesting question regarding what is ours and what we are willing to sacrifice. It seems that the level of commitment and outreach for Christ is related to what we perceive as our rights against what we sacrifice as God.

WILLING TO SACRIFICE 1 CORINTHIANS9:1-15 INTRODUCTION: In this chapter, Paul makes some statements concerning his apostleship. He takes the time to describe his rights as an apostle and minister, and also his sacrifice as that same apostle and minister. In essence, Paul embraces his rights, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Sacrifices Of Praise

Contributed by Glenn Branham on Nov 16, 2005

Sacrifices of Thanksgiving should be offered in the manner Jesus gave thanks, should be given continually, and should find thankful expressions.

"Sacrifice of Thanksgiving" Heb. 13:15-16 Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise--the fruit of lips that confess His name. 16 And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. "Now I lay me down to sleep: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal