Sermons on The Great Command:

God Commands A Blessing

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Sep 28, 2012

Many of God's people do not understand their covenant rights through the blood of Jesus. Many do not even understand how good the old covenant was - and how much better the new one is. There are blessings that God wants His children to access so that they

God Commands the Blessing NEW COVENANT BLESSINGS ROMANS 8:31 – 39 - What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us? He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall He not with him also freely give us all things? Who shall lay a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Charismatic

The Great Commission Not The Great Option

Contributed by Alan Bella on May 15, 2011

A close look at the great commission

THE GREAT COMMISSION, NOT THE GREAT OPTION MATTHEW 28:16-20 I. INTRODUCTION: INTRODUCE SERIES ON MISSIONS. II. TALK ABOUT OUR MISSIONS OFFERINGS: PRAISE THEM FOR MAKING BOTH GOALS. III. JERRY RANKIN FORMER PRESIDENT OF THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS BOARD STATEMENT: “ IF YOU ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of The Conquering Commander Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 25, 2009

All of human history has been building up to this one dramatic event. Now, it is finally here! The King of all the universe comes back to claim His creation.

Revelation 19:11-16 Purpose: To describe how Jesus appears when He returns to retake the earth. Aim: I want the listener to grow in holy awe of the glory of Jesus Christ. INTRODUCTION: In the first chapter of this book John told us that one day Jesus was going to come to earth: Revelation 1:7 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

There The Lord Commands A Blessing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance and blessings of unity within the Christian community, as desired by God and depicted in Psalm 133.

Greetings, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today, not as a distant preacher on a pulpit, but as a fellow traveler on this road of faith we share. We gather under the banner of God's love, bound by His grace, and united by the Holy Spirit. Today, we shall turn our hearts and minds to a ...read more

Topics: Unity

Preservation Of Marriage Commanded Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 6, 2021

Marriage is similar to conversion in that, in conversion we make a commitment of our lives to one Lord, and in marriage we commit our lives to one mate. Sex and salvation are linked all through the Bible.

Actor Eli Wallach figured that his son who was approaching his teens was sharp enough to grasp some basic facts of life. So he called him in, and gave him the time-honored story about the birds and the bees. When he was all finished the boy said, "You know in a rudimentary fashion, the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Command And Teach These Things Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 20, 2011

Command and teach things that affect our lives. 1- Don’t let others look down on you 2- Devote yourself to ministry 3- Don’t neglect your gift 4- Diligence will pay off 5- Doctrine is important

INTRO.- Command and teach! Strong words. ILL.- It’s been said that it is not the dog’s keen smell or hearing that has endeared him to modern man, it’s his uncomplaining readiness to obey and lavish affection on his human friends. A dog is loyal, loving, and lovable, even if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moving On God's Command

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 2, 2004

Obeying God and following his leading is our sole purpose for existance. By pursuing the things that God is passionate about, we can fulfill our role as members of His Body.

INTRODUCTION Benefits of Serving God: No Training Necessary – He’ll prepare you (on the job training) Great compensation – treasure in heaven, including crowns, mansions, and living in a very exclusive community Health Benefits – By His stripes, you are healed. Work Attire provided – Includes ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Last Five Commandments

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

A brief look at the last 5 commandments (PowerPoint slides for this talk available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

The last five commandments Reading: Exodus chapter 20 verses 13-17 Ill: If you think your family has problems, • Consider the marriage mayhem created when 76-year-old Bill Baker of London; • Wed his sweetheart Edna Harvey. • She happened to be his granddaughter’s husband’s mother. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13-17

Denomination: Brethren

The Ten Commandments - Are They For Now?

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Oct 14, 2014

We hear about the 10 Commandments. In Jesus’ day Jews had to obey these and 600+ rules. But in these days, we don't like to hear about what we should or shouldn't do. So, Christian - can you dump them as many are preaching? Grace vs Law - who wins?

We are used to hearing about the 10 Commandments. The Jews of Jesus’ day had to obey these plus over 600 more rules. In these days, we do not like to hear about what we should or should not do. We do not like being told, “Do this,” or, “Don’t do that.” Have you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Defending The 10 Commandments

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Mar 4, 2005

Sadly Christianity has lost ground over the last 40 years! Why? The main reason…the 10 commandments have been aggressively attacked in America and reduced this country to a moronic and miniscule mindset of morals!

“Defending The 10 Commandments” Exodus 20:1-17 Proverbs 4:7 “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom. Notices that it says get “wisdom” and not “knowledge”. I believe that the application of knowledge by way of Biblical wisdom is paramount for the believer in today’s world! We live ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Our Commander In Chief Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 27, 2009

God always makes powerful statements on top of mountains like this, but what was He trying to tell us at the Mount of Transfiguration and what should we do about it?

ILLUS: A crowded airliner was just about to take off when a five-year-old boy began to throw a temper tantrum. His embarrassed mother does to tried to calm him down, but the boy continued to kick and scream. Suddenly, from the rear of the plane, an Air Force General slowly walked up the aisle. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Commanded To Love - Commissioned To Serve

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Feb 26, 2007

We will discover as we examine our text tonight that Jesus not only gives His disciples a commandment but He also commissions them for service.

COMMANDED TO LOVE COMMISSIONED TO SERVE Preached by Rev. Kelvin L. Parks at Greater Faith Church-Baptist, Waukegan, Illinois on Wednesday, 21 February 2007 John 15:12-17 (v.12) This is my commandment, That ye love one another, as I have loved you. (v.13) Greater love hath no man than ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping The Greatest Commandment Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Oct 15, 2022

This sermon serves as a comparison of keeping the Greatest Commandment between Jesus and the Pharisees.

How We Keep the Greatest Commandment You don’t have to show hands, but how many of you have a person in your family that you find you apologize for before people meet them. Maybe an aunt or uncle, maybe a parent, who’s you just find yourself warning those you bring to a party or event: “Look, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

A Command For Strength And Courage Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 7, 2018

Strength, Courage, Crossing Into New Territory

WORDS FOR LIFE - A Command for Strength & Courage August 12, 2018 Joshua 1:9 (p. 147) Introduction: Franklin Delano Roosevelt was elected four times to be President of the United States of America…He ascended to this place of leadership after fighting the corruption of a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obeying God's Commands PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

The importance of unquestioning obedience to God's commands and aligning our lives with His will, as disobedience leads to consequences and rejection from the Lord.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we're going to dive into a passage from the Word of God that teaches us about unquestioning obedience to His commands, the consequences of disobedience, and the importance of aligning our lives with His will. C.S. Lewis once said, "The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-34

Topics: Obey