Sermons on Theme:

Victorious Defeat!

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 4, 2010

A communion sermon emphasizing the central theme of Jesus Christ’s atonement in our faith and life.

VICTORIOUS DEFEAT!* Revelation 5:1-9 Theme: A communion sermon emphasizing the central theme of Jesus Christ’s atonement in our faith and life. TEXT 1Then I saw in the right hand of him who sat on the throne a scroll with writing on both sides and sealed with seven seals. 2And I saw a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Focus Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 12, 2004

This is the last of a series of four on an Olympic theme. I used many sources including several on Sermon Central

Go for the Gold Last Sunday Matt Emmons was focusing on staying calm when he should have been focusing on the right target. Can you imagine? Here is the moment when everything counts and this young man fires at the wrong target with his final shot. He was leading by three points and only ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Living Or Existing?

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2008

Why does it seem that sometime we are just existing instead living for Jesus? That is our theme in this message.

Introduction: I’d like to begin this morning by asking you a question. Are you living or existing? It seems that many times in our lives we are merely existing instead really living life for what its worth. We get up, go to work or school, or we begin our daily routine, whatever it may be and ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1

Denomination: Baptist

We-Harmony: Only You Series

Contributed by Tim Harlow on May 13, 2009

This is the first of a four-part sermon series on godly marriage. This message particularly addresses the themes of commitment and service.

I’m starting a new series -- we harmony.com--talking about relationships. Pretty much everything we talk about around here has to do with what Jesus called the two greatest commandments -- Love God, Love Neighbor. So every once in a while I feel the deep need to preach about our relationships ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:14-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Kingdom Seeds Series

Contributed by Joel Preston on Apr 30, 2012

Most Biblical scholars regard the “kingdom of God” as the central theme of Jesus’ message.

The Gospel of Mark #11 – “Kingdom Seeds” Mark 4:21-34 Intro – 1. ILL – In an earlier century, a large boulder laid in the middle of the roadway. Traveler after traveler walked past the boulder, veering off the side of the road to get around it. All the while, they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Surviving Adversity

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 22, 2012

The story of Ruth teaches us about surrender, sovereignty and salvation. Jesus Christ is actually the main theme.

Benjamin Franklin, who I don’t think ever professed a faith in Jesus, did have an appreciation for the Bible from a literary perspective. When he was the newly formed US government’s representative to France he indulged in a group of literary intellectuals. This group held no respect ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Hope Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

The hope of the believer is settled in Christ our Lord. He is the theme of the Bible, and the Gospel is the central message of the ages.

Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified The Hope of the Gospel 1 Peter 1:9-12 As we continue our study in regard to the benefits of salvation, the passage before us is actually a continuation of the previous verses. In fact, verses 3-12 deal with a central theme: the lively hope we have through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Radical Conversion Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 6, 2022

This sermon focuses on the conversion of Saul and the common theme between his conversion and all subsequent conversions to Christ.

We are continuing the series called The Story: God’s story as told through the people, places, and events of the Bible. Today, we are going to talk about a conversion. A radical conversion that is found in the ninth chapter of Acts. It is a conversion of a guy named Saul that eventually would ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:3, Acts 9:1-18, John 1:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Psalm 8 The Majesty Of God Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 14, 2022

Psalm 8 explores the theme of God’s majestic splendor and our puny insignificance by way of comparison.

The Majesty of God   Psalm 8 Introduction Mays: Psalm 8 is the first hymn of praise in the Psalter. It is unlike any other in structure and style. It is the only hymn in the OT composed completely as a direct address to God. Stafford Wright wrote, “This psalm could be killed by a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Manger, Cross And Crown

Contributed by James H Boyd on Jun 10, 2024

Our key text for tonight touches on all of these themes. It comes from the Gospel according to… Isaiah!

As I was pondering and seeking the Lord on what to share with you this evening, I was thinking about how we just finished up with Christmas and in just a few weeks we will be going into Lent and the Easter season. That really got me thinking about the different memorial seasons we observe to focus ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

Unlearning Romans Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 6, 2024

Today we begin a twelve-lesson journey through the book of Romans under the theme RECOVERED BY GRACE.

- RECOVERED BY GRACE - Unlearning Romans Introduction Today we begin a twelve-lesson journey through the book of Romans under the theme RECOVERED BY GRACE. September is Recovery Month and we will end the month with a Recovery Sunday on the 29th. We hope anyone in recovery of any kind will feel ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As Christ Loved The Church

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on May 14, 2025

Theme: How does the image of marriage (according to Paul) show us the relationship between Christ and the church?

O Lord, let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. If you are asked to submit to someone, how do you picture this happening? You probably think of obeying someone who is above you. Someone who has more authority than you. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-33

Denomination: Lutheran

Can't Get Away From Love

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 21, 2004

John has once again returned to the main theme of this epistle/sermon – love, the sum of righteousness and the test of salvation! John never stray too far from this theme, and yet once again provides us with a rich bounty of biblical truth meant to guid

CAN’T GET AWAY FROM LOVE 1 John 4:7-21 INTRODUCTION: John has once again returned to the main theme of this epistle/sermon – love, the sum of righteousness and the test of salvation! John never stray too far from this theme, and yet once again provides us with a rich bounty of biblical truth ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Baptist

Castaway Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 8, 2018

The castaway theme, from Robinson Crusoe up to Tom Hanks in Cast Away, is an of enduring theme in our culture. Acts 28:1-10 is a real-life castaway story, except instead of pirates and treasure maps, it involves superstitious natives and venomous snakes.

Castaway Acts Series Chuck Sligh July 8, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 28. INTRODUCTION Illus. – Stories of island castaways are a recurring theme for novels and movies. The idea ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Samson The Super Fool Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

The story of Samson and Delilah have always been fascinating to many, and that is why it is a popular theme for Hollywood to develop. You can't ask for a more appealing theme, for it has love, sex, violence, and all of it revolving around the exciting story of probing for a secret.

Charles Steinmetz was a puny little man less than five feet tall and a hunchback. He was not very impressive to look at, but he was a giant in intellect. When he came to the United States from Germany in 1889 he was considered a genius in the field of electricity. General Electric wanted him to ...read more