Sermons on What Does God Require Of Us:

The Sending Of A Savior Series

Contributed by Allen James on Nov 29, 2009

This first message in our Advent 2009 Series, explores Gabriel’s announcement to Mary in Luke 1.

The Sending of the Savior • Luke 1:26-28 • Advent Week 1 KEY THOUGHT: Often times God interrupts the ORDINARY to do the EXTRAORDINARY. I. The APPEARANCE of the Angel (vv 26-27) God commissions the angel Gabriel. apo tou qeou – sent from God’s dwelling A) Gabriel appears in an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Came Into The World

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016

There certainly were vital reasons why Jesus left heaven -a beautiful place with no trials, troubles, sickness or cares and came into a world of woe. We suggest the following reasons -

WHY JESUS CAME INTO THE WORLD II Corinthians 8:9 INTRODUCTION: There certainly were vital reasons why Jesus left heaven -a beautiful place with no trials, troubles, sickness or cares and came into a world of woe. We suggest the following reasons - I. TO FULFILL THE LAW Matthew 5: 17 Think not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Baptist

Depression. Time For Men To Help And Do Something.

Contributed by Louis Mare on Feb 20, 2023

Depression is a health condition that sadly affects scores of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent sadness, low mood, and a lack of interest in activities we once enjoyed.

Depression is a health condition that sadly affects scores of people worldwide. It is characterized by persistent sadness, low mood, and a lack of interest in activities we once enjoyed. Nowadays, depression has become a widespread problem, with many people struggling to cope with the pressures of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:18, Galatians 6:2, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sinners Selling Sinless Saviour

Contributed by Mack Armstrong on Mar 19, 2008

Judas had a talent for handling money and he thought that with his gift, he would surely be in the new government which Jesus would establish once He threw out the Romans. When it dawned upon him he was wrong, He decided to run.

LUKE 22:2-6 SINNERS SELLING SINLESS SAVIOUR I. SELLER: A. Simpleton. B. Savvy. C. Selling. II. SHAME: A. Sorrow. B. Suddenness. C. Sustaining. III. SAINTS? A. Superior? B. Sedulousness? C. Sobriety? When President Roosevelt spoke to the nation following the attack on Pearl ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:2-6

Denomination: Methodist

Easter, The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 17, 2019

Is Resurrection Sunday the most wonderful time of the year? Paul wrote that if Christ has not been raised our preaching is in vain and so is our faith (1 Corinthians 15:14). Let’s discuss the centrality of the resurrection of Jesus and the testimony of eyewitnesses in Luke 24:1-12

Is Christmas the most wonderful time of the year? What about Jesus’ resurrection? Is Resurrection Sunday the most wonderful time of the year? Paul wrote that if Christ has not been raised our preaching is in vain and so is our faith (1 Corinthians 15:14). Let’s discuss the centrality of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Philemon!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 25, 2014

You sure got to hear this message, so as to gauge the growth of your spiritual life according to His Word!

We got to grow! Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer! Philemon 1:1 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved friend and fellow laborer, 2 to the beloved Apphia, Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church in your house..’ You sure got ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hospital Series

Contributed by Aneel Aranha on Feb 19, 2021

“It is not the healthy who need a doctor but the sick,” Jesus said. The church needs to be a hospital.

Scripture Reading: Luke 5:27-32 After this, Jesus went out and saw a tax collector by the name of Levi sitting at his tax booth. “Follow me,” Jesus said to him, and Levi got up, left everything and followed him. Then Levi held a great banquet for Jesus at his house, and a large crowd of tax ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Different: Thinking Differently Part 2 Series

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Feb 28, 2025

If we are going to move on in our Christian faith, we must learn to think differently.

PURE To be pure means to be innocent, holy in relation to God. 1 John 3:3 “Christ is pure, and all who have this hope in Christ keep themselves pure like Christ.” Notice the first thing that is said in this verse. “Christ is pure.” If we need proof that Jesus Christ is pure, look to the cross. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: United Methodist

Goodwill Should Be Extended All Year Round

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Dec 23, 2006

Proclaiming the message of Peace on Earth and goodwill to all mankind - the true meaning of the message.

“Glory to God in the highest and on earth, peace and goodwill to all mankind.” Glory to God indeed, as this Christmas Eve we gather, in preparation, we wait in anticipation; we wait eagerly wondering what tomorrow morning will bring to us, our families and our friends. We have become a little ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-55

Denomination: Congregational

The Sin Of Externalism Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

I want to explore the characteristics of externalism today and offer a remedy for dealing with it if it begins to creep into your life.

The Sin of Externalism The Book of Mark Mark 2:15-3:6 I. Introduction: A. Do you consider yourself to be religious? B. A religious person is defined as one who exhibits religion. 1. One who practices the customs and observances of his faith. 2. He is often described as being pious, or devout. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Studies In Ephesians: From Rags To Robes Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Studies in Ephesians how we go from rags to beautiful robes

Note: This is a study through the book of Ephesians as done in 1995. One of the main sources I used at the time was Beacon Bible Commentary vol. 9. Title: From Rags to Robes Theme: Show the difference the Lord makes and why. Text: Ephesians 4:25-5:2 25 Wherefore putting away lying, speak every ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Overcoming Spiritual Apathy

Contributed by Tim Gibson on Aug 11, 2001

Looking at the differences between Eli and Samuel we shall see how to break free from spiritual apathy and live a life of destiny as Samuel did.

Title : Overcoming Spiritual Apathy. Text : 1 Samuel 3:1-10 (1) INTRODUCTION: The boy Samuel lived at a crucial time for God’s people as we do today. It was a time of a famine of God’s word and revelation and a time when the enemy was about to strike. A time of crisis. But it was also ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, Judges 21:25

Denomination: *other

Two Visits From Gabriel Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Dec 5, 2019

We can never experience real freedom until we’re following a more beautiful way. We need a new imagination, a new way of seeing and thinking.

Two Visits from Gabriel December 8, 2019 • There are at least four visits from Angels in the story of the birth of Jesus as told by Matthew and Luke. • There’s no other instance in the bible, where God sent angels and dreams to speak to the key players. • Gabriel was the angel who also spoke to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-14, Luke 1:18-19, Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:65

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Arms Of The Lord (Funeral Sermon) Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 6, 2025

When we think of the arms of the Lord, we imagine a place of comfort, protection, and peace, far from the struggles and pain of this world.

IN THE ARMS OF THE LORD (Funeral sermon) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. Luke 16:22 (KJV) And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried. INTRODUCTION: In moments of grief, we often find ourselves looking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Good Words For Bad Days Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 18, 2009

Bad words may be the first to come to mind when times are hard. But our text has some encouraging good words, particularly right now. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

Good Words for Bad Days II Thessalonians 1 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BadDays.html Bad words may be the first to come to mind when times are hard and things come crashing down on you. But our text has some encouragingly good words God wants to remind us of, particularly right now. Have you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist