Sermons on Sunday Celebration:

rest As Sabbath Celebration For The People Of God Series

Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Apr 22, 2004

Exposition of Hebrews 4:1-13

1Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. 2For we also have had the gospel preached to us, just as they did; but the message they heard was of no value to them, because those who heard did not ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Celebration Of Marriage Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Feb 22, 2010

How would you test your love for your spouse? Can an unsaved spouse be brought to salvation?

This Could Be the Start of Something Big: Celebration of Marriage I Peter 3:1-7 1 Peter 3:1-7 1 Wives, in the same way be submissive to your husbands so that, if any of them do not believe the word, they may be won over without words by the behavior of their wives, 2 when they see the purity and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Celebrating A Great Thanksgiving ... Even In A Challenging Year

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2009

AS WE BEGIN THE HOLIDAY SEASON, LET’S CLAIM THIS PROMISE, "THERE WILL BE GREAT THANKSGIVING."

Celebrating a Great Thanksgiving ... Even in a Challenging Year November 22, 2009 AS WE BEGIN THE HOLIDAY SEASON, LET’S CLAIM THIS PROMISE, "THERE WILL BE GREAT THANKSGIVING." 2 Corinthians 4:8-16 New Living Translation by Tyndale 8 We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

50 Year Anniversary Celebration--Striving For Excellence

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 1, 2012

This is a sermon preached during our 50th anniversary month as a church. I encourage us to strive for excellence

Striving For Excellence—The Present Glenville 9/2/2012 Nehemiah 6:1-4 2 Corinthians 9:6-14 How many of you watched the Olympics last month? to me one of the most exciting races is the 400 meter relay in which some of the fastest people in the world run with a baton in their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lesson 7: Look Out For The Culture Of Celebrity Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 25, 2010

Is there such a thing as the celebrity pastor? Is that a good or bad thing? How should I look at a church to make sure I will be fed as a believer?

As we’ve seen in looking at the problems of the Corinthian church, the members of this congregation had expended a great deal of energy putting certain leaders up on pedestals and then aligning themselves with that leader and claiming their leader was better than theirs. In the first part ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Trick Or Treat: Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Oct 30, 2010

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? How should churches respond to people who do?

In a day when good is called evil and evil is called good, it is very difficult to establish boundaries, especially involving questionable issues. Churches seem to accept more and more worldliness, while some Christians are getting less and less tolerant of anything except their version of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrate When Righteous, Hide When Wicked

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 14, 2014

To show that we celebrate in JESUS' Presence not in circumstances because we are always hidden in GOD's Presence.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you celebrate everyday? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we celebrate in JESUS' Presence not in circumstances because we are always hidden in GOD's Presence. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 28:12 (Amplified Bible) 28:12 When the [uncompromisingly] righteous ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jude 1:1 - 2 Celebrating Salvation Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 16, 2023

Jude was dealing with false teachers in the church. Before digging deep into the issues he first begins by celebrating what salvation is.

Title: Jude – Celebrating Salvation Theme: To show that we must focus more on our salvation that what the enemy is doing. Text: Jude 1:1 - 3 Jude 1:1-3 Jude, a bondservant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, To those who are called, sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ: ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Is Easter Celebration The Pascal Of Our Lord Jesus?

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Apr 11, 2020

We celebrate Easter year in and year out, but is it the same feast of Passover fulfilled by our Lord Jesus Christ

Well, let see what the Bible says to us. Today multitudes, and nations in the Christian world are celebrating either the Easter or the Pascal feast depending on what denomination you belong. At the same time, the Bible makes it clear that Easter is after the Feast of the unleavened bread, Just as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:7, Acts 12:4, 1 Corinthians 15:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating Christmas When The Grinch Shows Up Series

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 3, 2018

How can you still celebrate Christmas when you're surrounded by troubles? So were Mary and Joseph at the first Christmas, but Christmas still came and God brought healing to their world!

CELEBRATING CHRISTMAS WHEN THE GRINCH SHOWS UP INTRODUCTION A. CHRISTMAS IS ALWAYS A WONDERFUL TIME? 1. This whole month of December we’re looking at Christmas through the eyes of Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch. So keep an eye out for his green skin! 2. Have you ever had some major plans disrupted and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21, Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Going From Fame To Defeat To Celebrating The Victory

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 5, 2023

This message is centered upon what to do when running the Christian race emphasizing the need to focus on overcoming obstacles by seeking guidance from God rather than allowing our problems to cloud our perception of Him.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Kings 19: 1-8) "And Ahab told Jezebel all that Elijah had done, and withal how he had slain all the prophets with the sword." (2) "Then Jezebel sent a messenger unto Elijah, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-8, James 5:17-18, Job 11:13-18, Psalm 121:1-2, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 1 Kings 19:8-10, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrating Christmas Through Prophecy Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 7, 2025

Fulfilled prophecy is one of the greatest proofs for the spiritual authority of scriptures.

A. INTRODUCTION: GOD CAREFULLY PRE-PLANNED THE EVENT 1. Prophecy is God’s birth announcement. Not of months in advance, but thousands of years in advance. 2. Fulfilled prophecy is one of the greatest proofs for the spiritual authority of scriptures. 3. The Dead Sea Scrolls are the greatest ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Radical Invitation Of Jesus, From Exclusion To Celebration Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Mar 17, 2025

In the calling of Levi, Jesus reshapes what discipleship looks like and who qualifies to be a disciple. Would we invite the "Levi's" of our day to follow Him?

Introduction: Is Jesus “woke”? In other words, is He someone who is sensitive to or aware of the injustices experienced by the marginalized? If Jesus were walking on earth today, gathering disciples, would He do so along DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) ethical standards? Would he try to choose ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Sermon: Celebrating A Life Well Lived Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 5, 2025

A life well lived is one that bears fruit for the kingdom of God, that touches lives, and that exemplifies the love and grace of Jesus Christ.

Funeral Sermon: CELEBRATING A LIFE WELL LIVED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:7-8 (KJV) I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Celebrating Christmas Through Prophecy Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Prophecy is God’s birth announcement

A. INTRODUCTION: GOD CAREFULLY PRE-PLANNED THE EVENT 1. Prophecy is God’s birth announcement. Not months in advance, but thousands of years in advance. 2. Fulfilled prophecy is one of the greatest proofs for the spiritual authority of scriptures. 3. The Dead Sea Scrolls are the greatest guarantee ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist