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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Today, I want to talk about a common pitfall that can damage our relationships and hinder our growth in love.
Today, I want to talk about a common pitfall that can damage our relationships and hinder our growth in love. It's the habit of threatening to leave or walk away when things get tough or when we don't get our way. In Matthew 22:37-40, Jesus teaches us that the greatest commandment is to ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40
Just because one claims to be an old prophet doesn't mean he's a true prophet. This message recounts what happened to a true prophet who listened to an old but false prophet. The true prophet paid dearly.
Introduction: Bethel was the scene of some good encounters between people and the LORD. Sadly it was also a place where Jeroboam established a false religion, centering on the worship of a golden calf. The background for this message comes from 1 Kings 12-13 Full disclosure: Sermon Central has ...read more
Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34
Denomination: Baptist
This sermon delivers Jesus' powerful warning that religious traditions can become a dangerous substitute for God's commands, leading to a worthless worship from a heart that is far from Him.
Introduction: The Danger of Good Habits Traditions can be wonderful things. They give us a sense of identity and rhythm. They connect us to our heritage and to our families. In the life of faith, traditions and habits—like coming to church, praying before a meal, or reading our Bibles—can be ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 15:1-14
Have we lost our first love?
Our First Love. Isaiah 29: 13-14 We need to understand who Isiah is delivering this message to Nation of Israel has been delivered from bondage of Egyptians 12 tribes of Israel that came from 12 sons of Jacob The 12 tribes split b/c of not agreeing on things and became Northern and Southern ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 29:13-14
This sermon encourages weary believers to trust God’s steadfast hope and grace, reminding them that faith endures trials and is anchored in Christ’s resurrection.
If your week felt like a whispered prayer under a loud sky, you’re in the right place. Peter wrote to people with tired eyes and tender hearts, people who knew what it was to be squeezed by life. He takes our chin in his hands and points us toward a living hope, a hope that breathes when our ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-12
Topics: Timeless Faith, Tested Faith, True Faith
What Christ has done for us that we are His children
A PICUTRE OF JESUS AS OUR SACRIFICE FOR SIN Leviticus 1:1-9 We have many times in the Bible that we are given Word pictures to help us understand. Jesus referred to Himself as “The Light of the world”, “The True Vine,” The Bread of Life”, and t he Good Shepherd.” He used Word pictures in His ...read more
Scripture: Leviticus 1:1-9
Denomination: Wesleyan
At the end of the age, Jesus will settle the score and every person will receive what they deserve based on how they have responded to Jesus.
This week I came across a letter that was written to Probe Ministries. It reads, in part: I write to you feeling perturbed about God. At times I really wonder the question of His existence. I would appreciate if you could enlighten me in the area of trusting in God. I find it hard to trust Him ...read more
Scripture: Revelation 14:14-20
This is the final message of my Boarn Again Christian Series. This message focuses on the fruit of the Spirit.
Born Again Christian Part 4 Scriptures: 1 Thessalonians 2:13; Isaiah 55:11; Galatians 5:19-24 This morning as I close out this series titled Born Again Christian, I want you to know that God’s Word does not change if we choose not to believe it! His Word will empower and act in the lives of ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13, Galatians 5:19-24, Isaiah 55:11
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Life’s true meaning can only be found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.
INTRODUCTION The question we ask this morning is indeed a thought-provoking question. Have you ever really thought where true meaning in life is found? I mean, what do we have to do to find this meaning? Do we have to have a special type of spouse or parents? Do our children have to fit some bill? ...read more
Scripture: John 17:1-5
June 9, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 5 Psalm 50:7-15 Color: Green Psalm 50 Title: “True moral behavior is really gratitude-in-action.”
June 9, 2002 -- THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 5 Psalm 50:7-15 Color: Green Psalm 50 Title: “True moral behavior is really gratitude-in-action.” This psalm is cast in the mold of a lawsuit. Since the prophets also used the format of the lawsuit to accuse Israel and the Israelites of sin, ...read more
Scripture: Psalm 50:1-23
Denomination: Lutheran
Part 3 of a 4 part mini-series on the three blessings of God from Ephesians 1, focusing on the blessing of adoption as sons and daughters.
“Focusing on Truth – a study in Ephesians” Lesson Four: “Too Good Not to Be True – part 3” Subtitle – “Say it anyway!” Ephesians 1:4-8 First - Read Ephesians 1:4-8 - PRAY There are few affirmations that are more important to the overall well-being of a child than the loving affirmation of parents. ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-8
Part 4 of a 4 part mini-series through the blessings of Ephesians 1 - this dealing with the blessing of authority.
“Focusing on Truth – a study in Ephesians” Lesson Five: “Too Good Not to Be True – part 4” Subtitle – “The Blessing of Authority” To get us into the message, let’s read together Ephesians 1:9-10 on screen. Today we are wrapping up a section of Ephesians that tells us about the blessings that God ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-10
This sermon describes the beauty of the glory of Christ and how God reveals His glory to us.
February 26, 2006 Mark 9:2-9 After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. And there appeared ...read more
Scripture: Mark 9:2-9
There are real demons and a real devil even though we do live in the 21st Century.
Mark 1:21-28 “Satan’s Worst Nightmare Has Come True!”(REVISED) By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA A couple days ago I was reading a sermon on this same passage written by a colleague of mine. In it, he wrote something to the effect of, ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:21-28
Denomination: United Methodist
I spend a lot of time talking about the picture of the marines raising the flag on Iwo Jima during WW2, history’s most reproduced photograph. And then talk about the importance of raising the flag of our faith.
Sermon preached by Pastor Larry C. Brincefield on July 4, 2004 Title: Show Your True Colors: Raise Your Flag or “Raising the Flag of Faith” Text: Matthew 5:16 Introduction 1. Vexillology is the study of flags… • I don’t know about you…but that’s a new word for me… • I learned it this week ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 5:16
Denomination: Nazarene
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