Sermons on What Really Matters:

It Matter. The Trial Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 4, 2016

It matters, yes, even the trials of Jesus matter!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • We are quickly closing in on Easter, and as we prepare for Resurrection Sunday, we have been examining why the events leading up to the resurrection of Jesus matter. • The fact that Jesus was born of a virgin, that He was in Bethlehem, that He is was from ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living As If God Matters Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 27, 2002

Nadab & Abihu serve as examples of what happens when we trivialize God and begin to live as if God doesn’t matter. Thank God for the grace that saves us from the consequences of our sin.

The story of Nadab and Abihu is not one of the most prominent in the Bible. - Unlike Samson last week, not one of those commonly taught in Sunday School. - Not in many people’s top 10 list. Some are probably thinking “Nadab & Abi-who?” The Hebrews had just been led out of Egypt. They had followed ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Matter Of Faith

Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007

Faith does not wish, hope, or desire--faith believes & receives, because we know Christ personally.

A Matter of Faith Mark 9:23 Faith does not wish, hope, or desire--faith believes & receives, because we know Christ personally. Some Christians fear they are the only believers who wrestle with doubts. Consequently they build façades of spiritual confidence, but feel like fakes. Fortunately, God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 12, 2016

Don't let ritual rise above your relationship with God. Don't let your ways rise above God's ways.

Last week we saw the marks of a great servant in Prophet Samuel. He is a man of integrity, faithfulness and a genuine love for his people. • Today we will see the new leader Saul, and sadly, the opposite of what we see last week – the marks of a disobedient servant. Let’s read 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gender Matters Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 15, 2022

In God’s good design, He created everyone as male or female.

I want to begin this message called, “Gender Matters” with some ground rules and foundational points. 1. The topic we will be addressing may not be appropriate for younger children as I will be using terms some may not be ready to hear. 2. Normally, I like hearing “amens” when I’m preaching but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Character Matters Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 22, 2020

Our character matters as we proclaim Christ to a world that needs to hear the message of a loving god that saves. it is our character that will allow us the privilege to enter into a relationship with someone who would normally be closed because they see something different in us than from the world

Character matters Series Solutions Selected verses Introduction- This morning we will conclude our series on Solutions. I hope that it has been beneficial. How many remember the illustration last week of the business man and the homeless guy in the pizza place. How many can relate to the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Sacred Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our quest for godly character we must recognize the war and respect the holy--especially the Holy Name of God.

Character Counts! The Sacred Matters (Matthew 12:33-37) Theme: Christian discipleship is a war against all that would desecrate that which is holy. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:33-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Matters Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 25, 2018

It's time to turn the family back to Jesus.

FAMILY MATTERS Text: Col. 3:18-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: When a national random sample of 1,000 adults was asked about the morality of eight family-related behaviors, large majorities of the public claimed that five of those behaviors are acceptable either because they are "morally ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-22

Denomination: Methodist

A Matter Of Priorities Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 9, 2018

Only God Can Forgive Sins, Physical vs. Spiritual

JAIL BREAK (Breaking the Chains of Unforgiveness) - A Matter of Priorities October 14, 2018 Mark 2:1-12 (p. 700) Introduction: One of my favorite stories of all time is found in Mike Yaconelli’s book “Messy Spirituality.” Chapter two is called, “The Place Our Messiness ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 21, 2008

Obligation is good. Love is better!

The Heart of the Matter, Luke 10:38-42 Introduction My first staff position in a church was as the Associate Pastor of The Kirk Community Church in Dunedin, Florida. I normally arrived at church early but on this particular morning my wife and I had arrived just a few minutes before the worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church

Relationships That Matter Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 23, 2024

Relationship with others matter in our lives. casual and intimate friends are needed to spiritually guide us.

Life choice series Relationships that matter Good Morning everyone… We are so glad that you have joined us as we dig into God’s Word and continue with the series “Life Choices” Life choices involve life decisions… and life decisions should be thought out before they are made. We know that most ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:24-25, Proverbs 13:20

Denomination: Nazarene

A Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 25, 2016

This is part of The Sermon on the Mount series and deals with the beatitude "Blessed are the pure in heart." In this sermon we look at 3 aspects of having a pure heart and a 3 part test to determine whether we have such a heart.

Sermon on the Mount “A Matter of the Heart” Matthew 5:8 Americans are increasingly concerned with purity. We want pure water to drink, pure air to breathe, and pure food to eat. But as important as clean air, pure water, and pure food are, there’s a purity that we overlook, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Foursquare

A Matter Of Conscience

Contributed by Gregory Mc Donald on Sep 5, 2011

The church needs to pray not only for a pastor after God's own heart, but also for men and women who will serve in positions of authority and do it according to God's will and not your own private agenda. But that's only the first part. Once those individ

A MATTER OF CONSCIENCE 1 SAMUEL 24:1-15 A woman who was called to jury duty told the presiding judge that she was not qualified to serve because she didn't believe in capital punishment. The judge said, "You don't understand madam. This is a civil case involving a man who spent $5,000 of his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-15

A Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

Our possessions and our priorities (our treasure and our heart) form a spiritual intersection. The direction we take determines everything that follows. That’s the story of our text: two treasures, two hearts, two lives headed in two totally differen

Day by Day with Jesus/Last Week Series A Matter of the Heart Mark 14:1-11 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Jesus said, “Where your treasure is there will your heart be also.” Our text tells the story of two treasures, two hearts, and two lives ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ