Sermons on Two Ways Of Life:

Two Steps To Trouble Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 4, 2024

An interesting "two step" phrase is repeated three times in this passage. It gives us insight into how what we believe in our heart creates hurdles in real life.

TWO STEPS TO TROUBLE: 1. AN IDOL IS A SUBSTITUTE FOR GOD THAT WE PUT ON OUR HEART'S THRONE. - Ezekiel 14:3, 4, 7. - The triple repeat is interesting and significant. - An idol is the start of the problem. It’s a substitute God. - Let’s look at three examples. We’ll start with this step ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 14:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Ways Christ Gave Himself To The World For Us!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Feb 21, 2016

Billy Sunday once said, There are two hundred and fifty-six names given in the Bible for the Lord Jesus Christ, and I suppose this was because He was infinitely beyond all that any one name could express.

Seven Ways Christ Gave Himself To the World For Us! John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. Billy Sunday once said, There are two hundred and fifty-six names given in the Bible for the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

The Tale Of Two Sons

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

Joseph gave birth to Ephraim and Manasseh and both had a significant meaning in his life. God is faithful to bring into our lives exactly what we need at just the right time.

THE TALE OF TWO SONS Troubles and Background:  Joseph dreamed of being used mightily of God. o A dreamer can see in color what everyone else sees in black and white. o Someone with a dream can see what others say can’t be done. o A dreamer can envision from afar what others cannot see up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:50-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Tale Of Two Kings Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 11, 2007

The first in a series of messages on Matthew’s unique accounting of Christ’s life tells about the conflict between King Herod and baby Jesus who were both called "King of the Jews"

Matthew’s Unique Message #1 A Tale of Two Kings (Title and background on Herod from : A Tale of Two Kings by Brian Bill www.sermoncentral.com) Matthew 1:1-17; 2:1-18 CHCC: June 3, 2007 INTRODUCTION: This summer I plan to preach a series of messages taken from the Gospel of Matthew. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Help Is On The Way PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the comfort, guidance, and hope Jesus promises in John 16, even amidst life's trials, through the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Welcome, dear friends, to another day of divine fellowship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Our hearts, like sunflowers, turn towards the light of His word, eager to soak in its life-giving radiance. Today, we find ourselves standing together on the fertile ground of ...read more

Topics: Holy Spirit

Feeding On The Bread Of Life

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 10, 2021

We take a detailed look at how to "feed" on Christ. We start with 5 wonderful things about Jesus, then see the necessity of daily feeding on Him, and then observe the two principle ways to do this.

FEEDING ON THE BREAD OF LIFE JOHN 6:51-58 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: ALL YOU CAN EAT PLACES 1. I think that one of the wisest decisions ever made in the food industry was the idea of the “All You Can Eat Buffet.” Many restaurants only offer this option and it has proven to be very successful. 2. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Way Better Way Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 17, 2014

We find in God'[s grace a better way... a way better way than the works way.

Before The Voice and blind auditions… contestants came out onto the stage to perform before contest judges. They could see the contestants’ oddness’, quirkiness, race, gender, appearance… they could see if you were skinny or fat, beautiful, cute, plain or just plain ugly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make Up Your Mind Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

One of the greatest truths of Scripture is that we can choose to do things our way and die, or we can choose to do things God's way and live.

Make Up Your Mind Text: Gal. 4:21-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: I have no idea who said this, but its truth is unmistakable, "Angels are pure spirits, but it was God's intention to raise human beings, who are lower than the angels, to divine status, to union with the Trinity. An ancient ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Song Of Life Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000

The nature of life flows in two directions either toward God or away from God

The Song of Life Psalm 1 July 27, 1997 Evening Service Introduction I. People with No Character: Known liars, people who can not be trusted, character is needed to be a fine servant of God, without character there is no evidence of christian faith II. The Path of Character: quote from Horace ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6, Psalm 2:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Fourty Days That Changed A Life 1

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on May 14, 2005

You can know God on two levels. You can know God’s works and also know God’s way.

40 Days that changed a life. (01) Show me thy ways. Exodus 33: 12. I don’t know that you have never noticed that the number 40 is used several times in the Bible. I want us to look into the Bible and look at some Bible characters and at some lives transformed in 40 days. We will call this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

When Thomas Asked About The Way To Heaven, What Did Jesus Say? Series

Contributed by Sean Lester on Mar 10, 2016

This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the Father.

The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6) Purpose: This a an inspirational statement that tells the listeners that following Jesus Christ is the only path necessary for knowing the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Man, Two Women, And Two Babies Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on May 10, 2001

This is an installment in a continuing series on Galatians.

The Triumph of Grace “A Man, Two Women, and Two Babies” July 23, 2000 This Morning’s Text – Galatians 4:21-31 “Tell me, you who want to be under the Law, do you not listen to the Law? For it is written that Abraham had two sons, one by the bondwoman and one by the free woman. But the son by the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

He Is The Way Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon explores the transfiguration of Jesus, revealing His true identity as the Messiah and the Son of God, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Him as the way, the truth, and the life.

Main idea: While on earth, Jesus often instructed people to keep His true identity a secret. However, in this passage, Jesus transfigured before Peter, James, and John, allowing them to get a glimpse of who He really was. He reveals to them that He is the messiah, the savior of the world, and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Topics: Transfiguration, Divine Revelation, Messiah Identity

The Way In A Manger PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

This sermon explores finding direction amidst life's chaos, understanding our spiritual position, and drawing closer to Jesus, our guide and path to God.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we, as a family of believers, come together to seek solace, strength, and wisdom from God's unchanging Word. There's a comforting familiarity in these moments, isn't there? In the sacred rhythm of our shared faith, in the collective heartbeat ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Topics: Christmas

The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Jesse Crooks on Jul 30, 2021

This conversation between Jesus and this rich young ruler is recorded in all three of the synoptic gospels. Mark says,” Jesus looking upon him loved him. (Mk 10:21). Studying the text, I find at least three qualities that are loveable about him,

The rich young ruler Matthew 19:16-22 Introduction. This conversation between Jesus and this rich young ruler is recorded in all three of the synoptic gospels. Mark says,” Jesus looking upon him loved him. (Mk 10:21). Studying the text, I find at least three qualities that are loveable about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22