Sermons on The First Commandmen:

First Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 13, 2016

The Ten commandments starts with the truth that there is only one God and not other exists on the earth. That only God is YHWH and he is jealous God.

First Commandment Ex 20:1-3 “I am YHWH” Introduction(v.1) While Israelite's were challenging Moses and "testing" God, for food and water. God has brought them out of Egypt and performed miracles. They never understood the purpose of God that they are "a treasured possession, a priestly ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

The First Evangelists

Contributed by John Quigley on Apr 6, 2016

The women to and from the tomb.

Set the stage first: Read the verses: Just as the dawn was beginning to break, the women make their way to the tomb, there are soldiers supposed to be there guarding the tomb to make sure no one comes to steal the body. They expected that the stone would have to be rolled away so they could go ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Pray First

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 10, 2015

We are never stronger than when we bow our hearts and heads in prayer. It is to be our first option, not our last resort.

PRAY FIRST 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 • For this month I have prayed that, collectively and individually, we might get a ‘FRESH START’ in our walk with God and His ministry for us. Even though I am a part of the older generation, I don’t want to be ‘stuck’ nor do I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ask First

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jan 16, 2016

CONSULT THE LORD BEFORE YOU PLAN.

ASK FIRST OBSERVATION: JOSHUA WAS THE LEADER OF ISRAEL’S CONQUEST OF CANAAN. HE CONTINUALLY URGED ISRAEL TO FULLY FOLLOW THE LORD’S DIRECTIVES. GOD HAD CONFIDENCE IN JOSHUA’S LEADERSHIP; HOWEVER, THIS DOES NOT MEAN JOSHUA WAS PERFECT IN HIS LEADERSHIP. THIS STUDY ADDRESSES ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The First Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 4, 2014

To show that we belong to the second covenant and we belong to GOD, not to this world.

I. EXORDIUM: Do we belong to this world? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we belong to the second covenant and we belong to GOD, not to this world. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:1 (Amplified Bible) 9:1 NOW EVEN the first covenant had its own rules and regulations for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The First Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 13, 2014

Nakedness is equated with sin in Scripture and Adam and Eve tried covering their nakedness with fig leaves. Do we do the same? And, if so, how successful can we be at doing that?

The true story is told of a banquet where a famous religious leader found himself seated next to an extremely beautiful woman who was wearing a gown with a perilously low neckline. He introduced himself to her… and then offered her an apple. She was a little surprised, but he explained ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Promise Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 20, 2014

What would you say to a man who was afraid of dying? A man who knew his death was just months away but couldn't handle that truth? Would you be able to turn his fear into hope?

OPEN: I recently listened to a man named Chris tell of visiting his relatives in Kokomo, Indiana. One night his family took him out to and treated him to a special meal at the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. Sometime during the evening, Chris got up and went into the bathroom, and while he was there ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:11-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus First

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Oct 6, 2014

jesus first

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:20

Denomination: *other

First Or Last

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 17, 2009

How we treat others is a measure of our faith in God and a demonstration of it to the world around us.

First or Last James 5: 13 – 20 / Mark 9: 30-37 Intro: A new young pastor was calling on the elderly in his congregation who could no longer go to church. He went to visit Aunt Sally, who was quite old and in a nursing home. He was somewhat nervous and kept eating peanuts from a bowl beside her ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

First In Line

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Nov 17, 2008

A short graveside message.

-Our culture is fascinated with the afterlife. They can’t get enough of it. -Hollywood makes movie after movie about it. -Authors write books about it. -The national enquirer writes “news” stories about it. -One of the big news magazines like Time or Newsweek will have a story related to it just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Firsts And Foundations

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 6, 2013

Starting a new year, it's good to consider where we stand. Is it on solid ground - on Jesus, or is it on something that cannot last.

January 6, 2013 Sermon- Firsts and Foundations It’s the first Sunday in January. I like firsts. I like beginnings. There’s always so much potential in a new start. There’s so much hope as a thing begins. Now the new thing doesn’t actually have to be brand spanking new. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"First Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 9, 2013

A sermon about returning to God after a time of drifting.

Revelation 2:1-7 “First Love” In the late 1940s, there was an emerging evangelist who was preaching the Gospel to large crowds in major arenas, and many folks were coming to Christ at his crusades. But he abandoned his faith, resigned from the ministry and became a writer and news ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The First Deacons Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 23, 2013

The office of the deacons was set up to meet a need in the church for day to day ministry. The head ministers had to have help in order to fulfill their preaching mission.

Tonight’s passage is about the birth of the idea of having deacons. This was the birth of a whole new level of ministry in the church. What we need to note is that the office of the deacons was set up to meet a need in the church for day to day ministry. The head ministers had to have help ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

First Fruits

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 16, 2013

give and it will given back

Part Five - First Fruits Tithing Proverbs 3:9-10 KJV 9 Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: 10 So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine. God wants us to know that He comes first, it is impossible for ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The First Passover Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 7, 2013

9 chances to believe the Lord and let the people of Israel go. Continuous stubbornness on the part of Pharaoh, and eventually God passes judgment and here it finally comes in verse 4 of chapter 11…

When we look at that passage it’s hard to not to be taken a back by the apparent cruelty of God’s judgement here, but I think it reflects the original curse that came through Adam, that the consequence of disobedience – rejecting God, is death. It is also justice, and everyone ...read more