Sermons on The First Shall Be Last:

"Prince Of Peace" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 31, 2008

Last in a series on Isaiah 9:6.

Today we conclude our series based on Isaiah 9:6. In this verse, the prophet Isaiah was inspired by the Holy Spirit to speak about the Messiah -the Lord Jesus Christ, In so doing, Isaiah spoke of His coming, mentioning our Lord’s first coming ("For to us a child is born, to us a son is given") and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Questions Within A Question Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 24, 2011

A sermon on Hebrews 2:3- How shall we escape if we ignore such a great salvation?

HoHum: I love Job’s sarcasm. Job 16:3: Will your long-winded speeches never end? WBTU: Great Bible questions for all of us to chew upon (W. A. Criswell): Genesis 4:9- “Am I my brother’s keeper?” Job 14:14- If a man dies, will he live again? Matthew 27:22- “What ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From The Ashes, The Rise Of Isreal

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 1, 2004

God shall save Isreal and restore a rightious Nation on the Earth.The destruction of Gog & Magog.

From the Ashes The rise of Israel. God will take a nation from ashes to Glory. Israeli military intelligence chief Aharon Zeevi was quoted Wednesday as saying Tehran might have the bomb by 2008 if the international community does not halt Iran’s march to acquiring ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

New Wine With Jesus. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 29, 2022

The best wine kept till last.

NEW WINE WITH JESUS. ABRIDGED. John 2:1-11. “And the third day there was a marriage in Cana of Galilee; and the mother of Jesus was there”” (John 2:1). It was “the third day” after Jesus’ conversation with Nathanael, which is recorded at the end of the previous chapter. Nathanael was, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Grace Of Service.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 10, 2024

A call to sober-minded watchfulness in these last days.

THE GRACE OF SERVICE. 1 Peter 4:7-11. Peter has already told us the ‘last days’ began at Pentecost (cf. Acts 2:16-18). Now he tells us that “the end of all things is at hand” (1 PETER 4:7a). Although he wrote those words nearly two millennia ago, that sense of imminence remains. The question is: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When History And Prophecy Meet Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

Daniel 11 is an amazing chapter. The first 35 verses were future for Daniel, but are history for us. The last 10 verses were future for Daniel and are still future for us! What this means for us and how can we apply it to our lives today.

INTRODUCTION In 1968, a new comedy television show made its debut. It was “Rowan and Martin’s Laugh-In.” In 1993, they presented a 25-year anniversary of the show, showing clips from some of the early episodes. One of the regular features was called “News from the Future,” in which two futuristic ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Fire And Fiery Words

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 4, 2009

The Holy Spirit was given for the last days!

I Introduction A One day when Charlie Brown stops at the psychiatric help stand to talk with Lucy. He confesses, "My trouble is I never know if I’m doing the right thing. I need to have someone around who can tell me when I’m doing the right thing." Lucy says, "Okay. You’re doing the right thing. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Marriage A Real Partnership

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000

Keys to developing a lasting marriage partnership

Marriage: a R.E.A.L. Partnership Selected Passages June 11, 2000 INTRODUCTION I. The power of partnership – Earnest & Arnold A. 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis 1. Extremely hot summer 2. Two merchants with a problem a.) Arnold Fornachou who sold ice cream 1.) Ice cream was selling like hotcakes 2.) ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Behind All The School Shootings

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jul 18, 2018

School shootings over the last few years

ROMANS 1:22-32 “WHAT IS BEHIND ALL THE SCHOOL SHOOTINGS?” A) There have been 18 school shootings so far this year. * All were not fatal shootings, nevertheless guns were fired in schools. * Let me name a few since 1999 – Columbine HS ... Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold killed 12 students, 1 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

The King's Trio Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 5, 2012

The first three feasts (Passover, Unleavened Bread, and Firstfruits) on the Jewish calendar were significant to the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus.

1. Signs Two preachers were on the roadside with a sign that read, "The End is Near - turn around now before it’s too late". A passing driver yelled "leave us alone you religious nuts". Then the preachers heard a loud splash. One preacher said to the other, "Do you think we should have just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Parables 5 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 25, 2018

Last of 5 messages on the parables of the kingdom.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Parables of the Kingdom” Part Five I. The Kingdom is open to all but not accepted by all A. Parable of the Wedding feast – some refuse to accept the invitation B. Parable of the Sower – some refuse to assimilate kingdom truth So open your heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:24-30, 2 Corinthians 5:9-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Christ As Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus made it clear that true disciples forsake all to follow him.

Putting on a uniform does not make you a soldier. Qualifications are made clear for soldiers. Kevin Ammerman of Indiana was determined to join the military, but at 351 pounds he was turned down from each branch because he was ‘too big.’ He lost 160 pounds, met the requirements ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is Love Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Mar 17, 2017

As human beings we all have a deep craving for love. In fact, we’re all desperately searching for it in different ways. Yet, what we’re actually craving and longing for is God himself, because God is love. Love is who He is.

Well… I just wanna welcome everyone here to Embrace… at all 5 of our campuses. My name is Adam… I’m one of the pastors here… And as always… we are so excited that you are here… ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-8, 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Great Messages Of Encouragement #2: Strength To The Weary

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jan 15, 2022

In Isaiah's day Judah was invaded by Assyria, threatened by Babylon and ridden with sin. And yet, Isaiah offers a wonderful message of encouragement: 'they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles.' How is that possible?

Last week we started a series on ‘Great Messages of Encouragement’ in Scripture. Today we’re going to look at a great message of encouragement in Isaiah. It’s at the end of Isaiah 40. Isaiah writes: “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength. Even ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Reformation Sunday

Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 22, 2009

A Sermon for Reformation Sunday - the last Sunday in October

At St. Columba’s United Reformed Church in Oxford, where I spent many happy years, the premises are a little bit old and rambling. In a far away corner, not often visited was a hidden away toilet. This was always known as the Calvinist toilet, because it was very dark and gloomy. It’s a sure ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed