Sermons on What To Discard:

What's In It For Me? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 28, 2018

There are three major themes addressed in this passage: Suffering, Servanthood, and Sacrifice. Whenever you study the Bible you should always ask yourself these two words: SO WHAT? Now that I've learned this, what changes will this make in my life?

INTRODUCTION Our friend, Paul Baloche, who lived for many years in Lindale, Texas has written or co-written over 120 worship songs. Perhaps his most popular song is “Open the Eyes of my Heart, Lord” which I’ve borrowed his song title for this message. In the early 90’s, when Mike and I had only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin?

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Feb 16, 2018

A sermon on what is sin? Origin of sin. The consequence of sin. The nature of sin. The cure for sin. How to keep from sinning?

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: Sin is not a popular subject in this world. Chrysostom, the early ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4, 1 John 5:17, Romans 14:23, James 4:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is Tithing? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 20, 2018

This message deals with the concept of tithing.

INTRODUCTION " SLIDE #1 " Have you ever heard that all the church is out for is your money? : " Well, hold on to your wallets today! JUST KIDDING! " Before we dig into the subject for today, I want to begin by first saying that FCC is one of the, if not the most generous giving congregations I have ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Love Is

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 15, 2017

We must love God with all our hearts and love our neighbors as ourselves.

What Love Is May 14, 2017 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must love God with all our hearts and love our neighbors as ourselves. Focus Passage: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Supplemental Passage: Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

So What?

Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Jun 2, 2017

Many will ask us as Christians certain questions about our God and His Son Jesus Christ. It is important that we are prepared. This sermon should assist the congregation in answering some of the most important ones.

I. Why Did Jesus have to die? Answer: In order that He die as a man, He had to be born and live as one. He came to earth as a man but was God incarnated (Immanuel—God as man). He came to save us, literally from ourselves and this filthy world in which we live. He came to teach us, not only by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:23, Proverbs 15:24, Luke 23:42-44, Revelation 20:12-15, John 14:6, Exodus 20:2-5, Matthew 17:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:50-52, Psalm 91:11, John 14:2-3, Matthew 28:11-15, 1 Corinthians 15:4-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: *other

What's In A Name!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 15, 2016

Looking at the names of Jesus from Matthew 1:18-25

What’s in a Name? Matthew 1:18-25 December 11, 2016 When it comes to naming children, different people approach it differently. Being raised Jewish, I am named after my mom’s dad who had died. Jewish people don’t name their children after someone who is alive. And you use the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Repentance?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 12, 2017

In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and living a life of Righteousness

Scripture: Matthew 4: 12 - 23 Theme: Repentance In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and Righteousness INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Nazarene

What Is Worship?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 10, 2017

part 1 of a new series looking at worship.

Worship is a Verb Romans 12:1 February 12, 2017 When I was in school, my favorite class was math. I loved math and wanted to major in math when I went to college. My most dreaded class was English. I couldn’t write well and I didn’t understand grammar. When Joshua and Zachary needed help in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Love?

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Feb 21, 2017

Hebrew / Greek words for love with some relationship advice

GEN 27:4 “FOOD, SUCH AS I LOVE” (AHAB IS THE MOST USED WORD FOR LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT.) THE SONG OF SOLOMON DEALS WITH EROS / EROTIC LOVE IN THE OLD TESTAMENT. MARK 12:38 “BEWARE OF THE SCRIBES WHO LOVE TO WALK AROUND IN LONG ROBES, AND LOVE RESPECTFUL GREETINGS.” THELO (WISH) JOHN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:4

Denomination: Vineyard

What Is A Disciple? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Feb 16, 2015

Jesus' Disciples are true believers. Jesus commands us to follow him and learn from him. When we do, our lives will be noticeably different.

Sermon Notes February 1, 2015 FBCam What Is a Disciple? The Story is told of all-time great coach Vince Lombardi. Trying to motivate a struggling team, Lombardi gathered them together: "We need to get back to the basics." Holding up a football, "Gentleman, this is a football." To which team cut ...read more

Scripture: John 15:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's In It For Me? Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 1, 2015

This is the 8th sermon in the series "The Cure". This sermon looks at the many benefits of being saved.

Series: The Cure [#8] WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Romans 5:1-11 Introduction: As good Christians, I know that we aren’t supposed to be selfish; but be honest, don’t you want to know what’s in the Christian life for you? There is so much after salvation. I’m afraid that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What A Day

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 29, 2015

There was more than just a parade that happened on Palm Sunday

What a day! Normally when we think of the Sunday before Easter we focus on what is traditionally referred to as the “Triumphant Entry”. You remember the story, Jesus comes riding into Jerusalem on a young donkey and the crowds come out to greet him, yelling praises and waving Palm ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Is Salvation?

Contributed by William D. Brown on Jan 12, 2013

The first step in understanding salvation is for people to realize that we are all sinners, and how we become sinners in the first place? Until a person realizes that he is lost and why, he'll see no need to be saved, they naturally want to know,

WHAT IS SALVATION? Today I want to talk about salvation, who needs it and why. The first step in understanding salvation is for people to realize that we are all sinners, and how we become sinners in the first place? Until a person realizes that he is lost and why, he'll ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Trinity? Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jan 16, 2013

the mystery of the Trinity, God being three persons in one, has been difficult for Christians to explain since the beginning. Last week we talked about some religions and offshoots of Christianity who have denied the Trinitarian nature of God because it

How many of you have read the Shack? I recently read it and the newest book that author came out with, and both books have interesting imaginings about the Trinity. In both books the Father, Jesus, and Holy Spirit are people with various characteristics, male and female. In the Shack, the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-10

What's In A Name?

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Feb 23, 2013

Abram has his name changed to Abraham. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: A New Appearing (vs 1-2) A New Requirement (vs 1b) A New Name (vs 3b-5) A New Bond (vs 9-22) SERMON BODY: Ill: • "What's in a name?" • Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet made this question famous. • If you know the story you will remember that they fall in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-22

Denomination: Brethren