Sermons on Sure Thing:

Second Things Second

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 14, 2003

Many people get the first thing first...accepting Christ. Many miss putting the second thing second, giving themselves to the local church.

July 13, 2003 First they gave themselves to the Lord; and then by God’s will, they gave themselves to us as well. 2 Corinthians 8:5 (GN) On the day of dedication of "Solomon’s Temple," the king erected a brazen platform in the outer court. All the people gathered, as the king ascended the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:5

Denomination: United Methodist

Prayer Changes Things Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on Feb 18, 2007

If we come not just asking, but really seeking, we will receive God’s best. We can be encouraged to pray because God wants us to, and He desires to give us much more than the request that started the conversation.

Prayer Changes Things A Sermon on Matthew 7:7-11 The story is told of a young boy who wanted $100 very badly. He prayed for a long time, but nothing happened. Undaunted by the lack of response, he wrote a letter to God presenting his request once again. When the postal authorities received the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Divine Recovery Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 28, 2018

God is concerned about the little things in our lives.

Among the remnant who remained faithful to God are these companies of prophets (or sons of the prophet). • Elisha was mentoring a group of them, in the place where they lived (like a dormitory). • But the dwelling place was getting too small for the growing number of students. Let’s read 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

With God

Contributed by Bala Samson on Feb 26, 2021

‘WITH GOD all things are possible’, that’s the promise Jesus is giving us today, anybody listening?

WITH GOD Matthew 19:26”Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." Let’s us say it again and again and again….’WITH GOD….WITH GOD..! Friend, it’s one thing to have a BIG CROSS around your neck and you go running helter-skelter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's Past Is Past And It Sure Helps Us For The Future Series

Contributed by David Kirkner on Sep 10, 2005

The faithfulness of God’s Word in the past provides confidence for us in the future

Taking The Highway-Route 66: 1 & 2 Chronicles What’s Past Is Past and it Sure Helps Us in the Future The faithfulness of God’s word in the past provides confidence for us in the future Introduction: I made reference to the present fear as a result of the hurricane Katrina catastrophe that had ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Be Sure I'm Saved? Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

This sermon looks at how we can be sure we’re saved. It touches on God’s grace and the plan of salvation.

How Can I be Sure I’m Saved? Dear God question Watchman Nee- story of new convert How do I know for sure I’m saved? Postmodern Mindset Philosophy based on feelings Advertising to relationships I don’t “feel” in love anymore Situational ethics Not on the Bible, but on whatever “feels” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eschatology 12 Of 16 The Millennial Reign Of Christ

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 12, 2022

In the last message, we dealt with the Second Coming of Christ. This will be the biggest thing that has ever happened for the Saints of God.

We dealt with three things concerning the Second Coming of Christ. I. THE PLACE OF HIS SECOND COMING II. THE PURPOSE OF HIS SECOND COMING III. THE PARTICIPANTS IN HIS SECOND COMING III. THE POWER OF HIS SECOND COMING Again, I remind you, the Second Coming is different than the rapture. • ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Things In Order

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Sep 24, 2015

To establish that the evangelist or minister is charged with "setting things in order and ordaining elders in every city and every church." This lesson discusses the characteristics of church leadership and clarifies the phrase: "the husband of one wife."

INTRODUCTION Outline 1. The Evangelist's Charge: "Set Things in Order" 2. The Eldership's Charge: "Hold Things in Order" 3. The Evil Teacher's Charge: "Get Things in Order" Introductory Remarks 1. Paul's work in Crete needed to be completed before he ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:4-16, 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Little Things In The Christmas Story Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 25, 2012

The great, awesome, majestic God has a wonderful way of using little POSSESSIONS, little PLACES and little PEOPLE to accomplish his will.

Little Things in the Christmas Story Chuck Sligh Christmas 2012 TEXT: Luke 2:4-7 – “And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

All Things New

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 21, 2001

A simple message showing how God has been working throughout salvation history to accomplish a total reversal of Satan’s corruption in order to liberate us from sin and death.

YEARS AGO, RADIO EVANGELIST CHARLES E. FULLER ANNOUNCED THAT HE WOULD SPEAK THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY ON "HEAVEN" AND THAT IT WOULD ALSO BE AIRED OVER THE RADIO. DURING THAT WEEK HE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM AN ELDERLY MAN WHO WAS VERY ILL. HERE’S A PART OF HIS LETTER: "NEXT SUNDAY YOU ARE TO TALK ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

First Things First

Contributed by Jerry Dunn on Jun 6, 2001

This is a sermon on priorities. God is to be first place in our hearts.

First Things First Matthew 6:33 Most of us live our daily life by a schedule. We carry with us our “Daily Planner” and are constantly making entries so that we will know where we are supposed to be, and exactly when we are supposed to be there! Some of us where watches or pagers that have an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

All Things New

Contributed by Steven Glover on Jun 22, 2001

The newness of the new believer.

“All Things New” Text: Philippians 3:7-11 7. But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. 8. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Ask For The Right Things

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000

Print for young believers

“AND I SAY TO YOU, ASK, AND IT SHALL BE GIVEN TO YOU; SEEK, AND YOU SHALL FIND; KNOCK, AND IT SHALL BE OPENED TO YOU. 10 FOR EVERYONE WHO ASKS, RECEIVES; AND HE WHO SEEKS, FINDS; AND TO HIM WHO KNOCKS, IT SHALL BE OPENED. 11 NOW SUPPOSE ONE OF YOU FATHERS IS ASKED BY HIS SON FOR A FISH; HE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

All Things To Himself

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2000

A devotion to rejoice by

“GIVING THANKS TO THE FATHER, WHO HAS QUALIFIED US TO SHARE IN THE INHERITANCE OF THE SAINTS IN LIGHT. 13 FOR HE DELIVERED US FROM THE DOMAIN OF DARKNESS, AND TRANSFERRED US TO THE KINGDOM OF HIS BELOVED SON, 14 IN WHOM WE HAVE REDEMPTION, THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS. 15 AND HE IS THE IMAGE OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-20

Denomination: Orthodox

Forgetting The Things That Are Past

Contributed by Charles Holt on Jan 2, 2001

Some are held hostage by past failures or present disappointments. This message offers positive hope for freedom.

email: cholt@gt.rr.com FORGETTING THE THINGS WHICH ARE BEHIND Phil. 3:13 Introduction: I’ve tried very hard for the past week to find a suitable text for this service. Because we are here to talk about the beginning of a New Year, I wanted to say something that is meaningful, something that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God