Sermons on Ultimate Price:

Living Beyond The Confusion

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

unless the information you are absorbing matches the wisdom God has revealed in His Word it’s ultimately going to lead to trouble

OPEN: I imagine that there are few people who are not aware that we live in a culture of information overload today. I read a portion of a book by a guy named Alvin Toffler that warned about the difficulty a person can have making decisions and even understanding life when there is too much ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following In The Steps Of James

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Jul 21, 2021

A Patronal festival sermon that looks at some of the qualities of James, and how we can be inspired to seek out own gifts (illustration found on http://www.sermonillustrations.com/a-z/e/evangelism.htm)

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962), the world-famous violinist, earned a fortune with his concerts and compositions, but he generously gave most of it away. So, when he discovered an exquisite violin on one of his trips, he wasn't able to buy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Anglican

"The Perfect Gift"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 12, 2009

A sermon for the Christmas Season.

Ephesians 2:1-10 “The Perfect Gift” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Have you ever just watched people as they shop during the Christmas season? I was out at the mall this past week and watched people as they shopped for gifts and bargains. I was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

Laying It On The Altar Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2009

Exodus tells us the Altar of Sacrifice was made of wood. But wouldn’t that burn up? Find out why it didn’t... and why this was one of only two wooden altars ever known to man.

OPEN: A few years ago, USA Today conducted a survey and asked Americans in the top 1% income bracket how much they would be willing to spend on three intangible items: Great intellect, true love, and a place in heaven. They found that the super wealthy would be willing to spend an average of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does It Mean To Take Up Our Cross? - Sermon Of Proper 17 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 28, 2020

How do we demonstrate our willingness to follow Christ in our lives - The illustration was found on the internet, but I am unsure of the original source

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. ‘Then Jesus told his disciples, ‘If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For those who want to save their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for my sake will find it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

Tender Mercies Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Feb 1, 2015

Our merciful God has pity on His children, who are in much distress, often of our own making. Mercy is a disposition to pardon the guilty. God gives what is undeserved, and doesn’t give what is.

At the end of the Civil War when the Confederate Army was finally defeated, Abraham Lincoln was asked how he would treat the rebellious South. The question hinted at the desire for severe punishment. But the merciful President said, “I will treat them as if they had never been away.” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-17

Denomination: Congregational

“let The Walls Fall Down” Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010

The ultimate workmanship of God is a human being who despite being dead in his transgressions and sins has been made alive in Christ.

“Let the Walls Fall Down” Ephesians 2:11-22 November 30, 2008 OPEN: Ephesians is about the church. Paul is writing it to the church at Ephesus to be circulated among other area churches to show them how to be the church! He will concentrate later on- on some of the moral implications ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Plan Is Not For Me To Be Happy, But Holy Series

Contributed by Kerry O'neill on Mar 12, 2010

God's ultimate plan for me is to develop my character and make me holy, not to make my life easy so I am always happy.

Let's review what we have already discovered... A Myth – is a commonly held belief that is not true. Jesus Himself had to debunk spiritual myths as he challenged commonly held beliefs. Look at his repetition in the Sermon on the Mount: “You have heard that it was said…but I tell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Delight In His People

Contributed by David Butcher on Dec 8, 2006

That God delights in us and some reasons why.

Reading:-2 Samuel 22:1-22 David sang to the LORD the words of this song when the LORD delivered him from the hand of all his enemies and from the hand of Saul. 2 He said: "The LORD is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; 3 my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Those Who Know God, Must Obey God Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 22, 2015

“Whoever says, “I know him,” but does not do what he commands is a liar … AND the truth is not in that person.” John's words cause a POWERFUL examination in our lives that if we are truly followers of Christ, we MUST obey what He commands.

Those who know God, must obey God 1 John Bible Study, Part 3 1 John 2:1-6 Introduction - Last week, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ -- In his words we saw three specific applications for us to live by • If we live in the dark, God does not live within us ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Symphony PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore God's unconditional love, our responsibility to love and correct each other as church members, and the transformative power of forgiveness.

Good morning, beloved family of God! As Max Lucado once said, "God loves you simply because He has chosen to do so. He loves you when you don't feel lovely. He loves you when no one else loves you. Others may abandon you, divorce you, and ignore you, but God will love you always. No matter what." ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Church

What Is The Passover Meal? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jan 13, 2011

Jesus celebrated the Passover meal, it was very important to them... WHY? Let's look at why the Passover was such an important event for the Jews of Jesus' day AND why it is still such an important and sacred celebration for Jews today.

Set the stage: Ok we have a bit of review to go over since it has been seven weeks since our last venture into the story from Luke. We have studied how Jesus entered the city to great fanfare and accolades of being the Messiah. He accepted these accolades and was chastised and criticized by the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Can How You Love Tell Who You Serve? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores the call to emulate Christ's boundless, transformative love, manifesting mercy, mimicking His love, and being motivated by His mandate to love others.

Welcome, beloved, to this place where we gather to share in the fellowship of faith, a place where we seek to understand the mysteries of God's love and grace, a place where we strive to become more like our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we explore a theme that is as old as creation itself, yet as ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Topics: Love, Despite

The Cross: God’s Perfect Solution PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

To highlight God's unfailing love for us, demonstrated through Christ's sacrifice, and the hope of redemption we have received through Him.

Good morning, family! I hope y'all are doing wonderfully blessed today. We are diving into the Word of God today, focusing on Romans 5:6-11. This Scripture passage is about God's Unfailing Love, Christ's Perfect Sacrifice, and The Hope of Redemption - a beautiful and powerful message indeed. Before ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Topics: Unworthy, Redeemed

Come Now Let Us Reason Together Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 30, 2021

God is not willing that any shall perish. He has no pleasure in the death of the wicked. If any man dies lost, it is not because God willed it, but because that man refused to listen to God's invitation, "Come now."

God spoke in our text through Isaiah to a very weak and wicked people. They have rebelled against God, and treated him like dirt. They have disobeyed His commandments; they have spurned His love, and have rejected His leading. They deserve nothing but God's wrath, but instead, God says, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-20