Sermons on Surpassing Life Values:

Learning Kingdom Values Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Being part of God’s Kingdom means being born again and living according to His values. It’s not just about going to heaven; it’s about experiencing God’s Kingdom here and now.

This week, we're diving into what it means to be citizens of God's Kingdom. So, let's imagine for a second that you're a citizen of a country, say, the Kingdom of Candyland. Sounds fun, right? But being a citizen means you've got to follow the rules of Candyland. You can't just go around eating all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:29-32

Topics: Spiritual Citizenship, Kingdom Living, Divine Allegiance, God's Sovereignty

The Value Of True Love Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 14, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on true love and how it values the beloved.

As believers, we are called to love one another with the same love that Christ has shown us (John 13:34-35). However, not everyone who claims to love us truly values us. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on true love and how it values the beloved. The Character of True ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Ruth 1:16-17, 1 Samuel 18:1-4

Jesus The Great High Priest Series

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Jesus surpasses the OT priest system and our current priestly system

Hebrews 4:14-5:10 Jesus the Great High Priest What image do you first think of when you think of a Priest? Religious Sacrifices (Yom Kippur) Religious Systems Religious Clothing (ephod, shoulder stones, breastplate, the robe, turban, crown) Religious Buildings or Altars What was the purpose of ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven: The Ultimate (Vacation) Destination

Contributed by Steve Klein on May 25, 2015

Heaven far surpasses any earthly vacation destination for the child of God.

It’s vacation time! Schools are letting out for the summer across our nation. Families are looking forward to vacations in the mountains or at the beach, and a fortunate few may even visit some exotic luxurious destination in a distant land. But no vacation spot on earth can compare to the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

New Life On Purpose: Welcome Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 18, 2010

We come together to love, honor, and encourage one another.

New Life On Purpose: Welcome Text: Acts 2:42; Phil. 1:5; Eph. 4:2-3 Introduction 1. Illustration: A new Gallup study commissioned by Group Publishing shows that people with close friendships in their church are very satisfied with their congregation, less likely to leave their place of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Methodist

Living The A.d. Life Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 9, 2009

God is calling us to leave the B.C. life and live the A.D. life. Life without God is no life at all! His plan for us is to come alive in Christ Jesus and get close to Him.

Living the A.D. Life Ephesians 2:1-10 Intro: In Eph. 1 we talked about the benefits of being in Christ. Today we will see that this theme continues through chapter 2 as well. We weren’t always in Christ. In fact, the only way a person can be in Christ is to call on Him in faith, believing that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In Everyone Life There Comes A Jericho.

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Apr 22, 2012

This sermon is looking at those thing in our lives that stop us from receiving everything that the Lord wants us to have.

IN EVERYONE LIFE THERE COMES A JERICHO. JOSHUA 6: 1-21. The Chief of the Blackfoot Confederacy in Southern Alberta gave the C.P.R. permission to cross the Blackfoot land from Medicine Hat to Calgary. In return the chief was given a lifetime pass on the C.P.R. Chief Crowfoot took the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Purpose Of Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

This sermon explores our need for Christ, the cost of discipleship, and the eternal value of our souls as taught by Jesus in Mark 8:31-38.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a joy to gather together in His name, to bask in His love, and to be nourished by His Word? Indeed, we are here to celebrate the incredible gift of salvation that has been bestowed upon us through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we prepare our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Topics: Jesus, Salvation

Imago Dei (Sanctity Of Life 2019)

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019

The Christian worldview regarding life is framed in biblical doctrine

A. Opening illustration: It would be good for us to reflect on our likeness to God more often. It will probably amaze us to realize that when the Creator of the universe wanted to create something “in his image,” something more like himself than all the rest of creation, he made us. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Living For The Will Of God

Contributed by Carl Palatino on Dec 9, 2012

To bear trials, and to the encouragements to a holy life, notwithstanding in persecutions.

LIVING FOR THE WILL OF GOD I Peter 4:1-6 Introduction: 1 Peter chapter 4 relates principally to the manner in which those to whom the apostle wrote ought to bear their trials, and to the encouragements to a holy life, notwithstanding their persecutions. Peter had commenced the subject in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Future Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 22, 2011

Knowing the future and knowing God is always in control should lead us to faithful, godly lives!

What are the headlines in world events these days?? Jesus Christ spoke about the future over 2000 years ago. Matthew 24:3-8 states, As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. "Tell us," they said, "when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"This Is Just The Beginning!" Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011

A quick look at the lessons from Philippians.

Question: What do you give thanks for? What do you pray for? Encouragement for Living the Christian Life: 1. We have a Partnership in the Gospel. Vs. 5 "because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now." (HCSB) koinonia: means "sharing" or ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

"let The Children Come To Me" Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on May 17, 2024

This is a study of the gospel of Mark regarding the life of Jesus. It is based on my personal study and research of Scripture and many books and sermons I have read over the years.

GOSPEL OF MARK: GOD’S SERVANT IN ACTION “LET THE CHILDREN COME TO ME” A. Value! ILLUSTRATION: A few years ago, the Country Gazette newspaper in Franklin, Massachusetts had this listing in its CLASSIFIED section: “Unknown item for sale. We know it’s valuable; we don’t know what it is. If you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Way, The Truth And The Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Emphasize that Jesus is the way to God, the truth of His promise, and the life of eternal abundance, and we should value Him above all else.

Good morning, brothers and sisters! It's such a blessing to be here with you all today. We're going to dive into the comforting and powerful words of Jesus from John 14:1-21. As we explore this passage, we'll be reminded that Jesus is the way to God, the truth of His promise, and the life of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-21

Topics: Jesus, Way, Eternal Life

God Pleasers - Part 3

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@wWolfaardt.com) Learning to live each day to please God.

God-Pleasers – Part 3 Colossians 1:10 We are wrapping up a three part mini-series entitled God-Pleasers. I have come to understand that what God expects from you and me is to live as God-Pleasers. Jesus did, and the Father said of Him, “This is my Son in whom I am well pleased.” Jesus Himself made ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10

Denomination: *other