Sermons on why we exist: showing 2,536-2,550 of 212,773

No Mere Men-1--Sec. 1, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014

1 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN-I—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Attention: Superman—1950’s TV show/Always opened with these statements about Superman...‘Faster than a speeding bullet’—‘More powerful than a locomotive’—‘Able to leap tall buildings in a single ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Were The Wisemen Wise?

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 15, 2008

Why were the wisemen wise? This sermon reveals three characteristics of their lives and exhorts us to apply them to our lives.

WHY WERE THE WISEMEN WISE? Matthew 2:1-12 1. THEY SOUGHT GOD FIRST Matthew 2:1-2 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2saying, "Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we have seen His star in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Did Sarah Laugh ?

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 19, 2024

Since God spoke to Abraham regularly, Abraham was strengthened and was able to sustain 25 long years waiting for the promised child. But this was not the case for Sarah.

And the LORD said to Abraham, “Why did Sarah laugh, saying, ‘Shall I surely bear a child, since I am old?’ Genesis 18:13 Sarah might have laughed because she had no more tears left to weep or cry for the fulfilment of the promise. Her tears might have been exhausted over the course of 25 long ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:13

In God We Trust Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

This sermon is about establishing the first step in financial freedom and that starts with establishing a trust with God

In God We Trust Luke 18:18 Everyone wants to be free of debt. Until we are, we can’t be free to give generously. Today we are starting a new series called “Money Matters.” We will hear the challenge to experience God’s goodness by our own disciplined living and trusting God’s ability to provide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18

Denomination: Methodist

When We Fail

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 8, 2015

IN Genesis 20, we see one of the many failures in the life and ministry of Abraham. This sermon highlights how God responds to our failures.

WHEN WE FAIL Genesis 20:1-18 (NLT) For a audio and video of this sermon visit: thecreekmonroe.com Intro: Sports fans are fickle aren’t they? Last weekend, as I was watching our Atlanta Falcons play football, I noticed something that made me wonder. If any of you watched the game, you know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

No Mere Men-2--Sec. 1, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 19, 2014

2 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN-II—1Corinthians 3:1-9 Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. Why are the unspiritual unable to live in harmony? Because...No mere men can Overcome... We discovered previously that No mere men can Overcome... 1. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Good Friday Is Good

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 18, 2011

Reasons why Good Friday is important and to be honored.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Good Friday is good because of salvation. It is the crossroads of eternity. 2. The cross was not an accident; nothing happened that didn’t fulfill the plan of God. “All things work together for good” (Rom. 8:28). 3. The last words of a person before they die ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Why Pain? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

Pain becomes our teacher when God wants to teach us something. Pain strengthens our faith in God.

A. VARIOUS KINDS OF PAIN 1. Acute pain comes on suddenly, localized, easily identified, severe, and can become chronic. 2. Chronic pain persists longer, not easily described, hard to identify. 3. Somatic or nociceptive pain, activation of pain receptors: i.e., cut, broken bones, tissue damage. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Blood Bought!

Contributed by Zachary Woods on Dec 8, 2011

We can do many things through the blood of Jesus

1 Peter 1:18-23 18 Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; 19 But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: 20 Who verily was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-23

Denomination: Apostolic

The Help We Need Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 9, 2012

Part four in the series Abundant llife looking at the active workings of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

The help we need John 14:15-14:29 Introduction- Please turn to John 14:15-14:29 We have been in a series “Abundant life”. I hope to finish it today by talking about the most important element of you living the life that God intends for you. It is the Holy Spirit actively working and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-29

Denomination: Nazarene

By Faith We Understand

Contributed by Larry Grant on Nov 3, 2024

Faith is trust in the unseen. It is not trust in the unknown, for we may know by faith what we cannot see with the eye. The Scripture says, “By Faith We Understand.” We understand the Evidence. We understand the Elders. And We understand the Eternal.

Hebrews 11:1-3 (NKJV) "BY FAITH WE UNDERSTAND" November 3, 2024 ILLS: A man is lost on a hike through a rocky terrain with a few canteens of water in his pack. He conserves his water carefully until it is all gone and then he begins to get thirsty. That thirst gets deeper and deeper ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

When We Doubt

Contributed by Ben Bannister on Jul 5, 2003

What should we do when we doubt God and how does He respond to that doubt when we bring it to His attention?

Text: Luke 7:18-35 ETS: John sends messengers to Christ. ESS: God does not get angry over honest doubt in the life of a believer. OSS: God’s children will not be afraid when they doubt him. PQ: What does God do when we doubt? UW: Actions Introduction: I. Who is likely to doubt God? A. Those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

When We Fall

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016

DON'T STAY DOWN WHEN YOU FALL

WHEN WE FALL MAIN TEXT: PSALM 37:24 Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. PHILIPPIANS 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. God does not shield us from the consequences of our actions just ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Zacchaeus Climbed The Tree

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 22, 2000

The curiosity of an unbeliever led to salvation

LUKE 19:1-10 "WHY ZACCHAEUS CLIMBED THE TREE" A) Zacchaeus was a very rich man. * This is the only time the title "chief" is used with a tax collector. * This probably means that he was the head of the local taxation office. * Therefore, Zacchaeus would be responsible to the Roman government for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Why Stand You Gazing Series

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Aug 2, 2013

Tis sermon shows the value of focusing on the goal.

Why Stand ye Gazing? Acts 1:7/11 These two men in white apparel said, ye men of Galilee, Galilee the home place where the men who follow Jesus lived, and they were commonly known by the name of Galileans. These Galileans were the men who had follow Jesus in His earthly ministry listening to His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:7-11

Denomination: *other