Sermons on Wide And Narrow Gates:

Leaders Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 18, 2017

Leadership is no small thing, it’s not to be entered into lightly. But to be a leader is to desire a noble thing. Paul describes he qualifications of Christian leaders.

Sermon from Rev George Hemmings Yesterday was a very important day for Australia. Yesterday, we exercised our power to elect a new government. Regardless of what you thought about the main candidates and parties, or their policies, voting is a great privilege and a big responsibility. We get to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 17, 2023

To help people see the love of God.

A warm and heartfelt greeting to you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together on this beautiful day, we are united by a common purpose - to seek understanding, to grow in faith, and to experience the transformative power of God's love. Our journey today will lead us to the heart of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: God's Love

Our Declaration Of Faith

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

The vital importance of Peter’s declarative confession and how it relates to the building of the New Testament Church today.

Our Declaration Our Faith! Matthew 16:13-19 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" [14] They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Not And Be Not Dismayed

Contributed by Gary Kins on Jun 25, 2007

This is a sermon on hope at the a time when people are anxious about death.

Fear Not and Be Not Dismayed "Then David said to his son Solomon, Be strong and courageous, and act; do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you nor forsake you until all the work for the service of the house of the LORD is finished." 1 Chronicles ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Jerusalem Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018

Message 39 in our exposition of Revelation focusing on the New Jerusalem.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The New Jerusalem” Rev 21:9-22:5 I. Prologue II. Messages to the churches III. Last days J. The Final Battle and Judgment Rev 20:7-15 K. Renewed Heaven and Earth Rev 21:1-8 Part of the renewed earth includes the new capital city; the New Jerusalem that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14, Hebrews 12:22-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Why Sit Here Until We Die?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 10, 2005

When you’ve got no other options, surrendering (to God) won’t be as bad as you expect it to be.

THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC -------------------------- January 9, 2005 -------------------------- 1Elisha said, “Hear the word of the LORD. This is what the LORD says: About this time tomorrow, a seah of flour will sell for a shekel and two seahs ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 17, 2014

A message about the church and how Christ has given us power to overcome the enemy.

Title: The Power of the Church Theme: To show the power the Christ has given the Church. Text: Matthew 16:13 - 19 Review Over the last few week we have been looking at what happens when the church is the church. As we learned from Matthew 21 Jesus went into the temple and He cleansed it. Then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Church Of God

"Voice Lessons" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

In one of Max Lucado’s books he asks a very interesting question. He says “couldn’t God have thought of something better to compare us to instead of sheep? Probably not.

GOD CONNECTIONS “Voice Lessons” John 10:1-14; 27 Last week on Wednesday evening we had just gotten home from Bible study. I was getting out of my truck when I noticed a dog standing at the edge of our yard. She looked a bit scared—we called for her to come to us—but it ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Power In Prayer

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 4, 2024

Message from Acts 12 about what happens when the church prays.

Title: What Happens When We Pray Theme: Prayer makes a difference in the life of believers. Text: Acts 12:1 - 5 Note: Some points are used from Awake My Soul by J. Sidlow Baxter Opening Scripture Acts 12:1-5 Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Church Of God

The Price Of Unbelief

Contributed by Ovidiu Radulescu on Sep 27, 2002

David: From sheperdess to royalty. Can you believe? Today chased by Saul/Lucifer but tomorow - king. Are you ready?

Just before the madness briefly named Y2K, Christians, Muslims, Jews and even Budists, exceeded themselves to examine an idea: “The strategy for the third millenium”... I received an invitation for an Evanghelistic meeting with this specific topic! Human plans for a new world worder (did you ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Stories Of The Kingdom: The Parable Of The Net Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

A story of the way the Kingdom works.

The Stories of the Kingdom: The Parable of the Net Sunday, August 6th, 2006 Beartown Road Alliance Church Intro: How many of you like to fish? Now, I would assume, that every one of you that raised your hand has one thing in common besides liking to fish, you all have a good fishing story. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-52

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Answers, Not Appeasement

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 19, 2010

When our needs are real, we want genuine answers, not just appeasements. Look to self-esteem, look to the resources already present, and look to the Lord of victory for real answers.

When you need something, and you ask for it, what do you expect? Do you expect an answer or an appeasement? Do you expect a clear-cut, usable answer to your request, or are you satisfied if you are just told, well, have a nice day? When you need something, and you ask for it, which really satisfies ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 17:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Flexible

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Aug 19, 2013

It is very easy for us to become set in our ways. This is true not only for individuals, but also for churches. We quickly fall into certain routines, and after we do a thing for a certain period of time, it becomes sacred.

Blessed Are The Flexible Mark 2:13-3:6 13 And He went out again by the seashore; and all the people were coming to Him, and He was teaching them. Levi (Matthew) Called 14 As He passed by, He saw Levi the son of Alphaeus sitting in the tax booth, and He said to him, “Follow Me!” And ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Ministry To The Prostitutes

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 24, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Who would like to be a prostitute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General with ministry involvement. III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all especially prostitutes need GOD. IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:31 “Which of the two obeyed his father?

I. EXORDIUM: Who would like to be a prostitute? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General with ministry involvement. III. OBJECTIVES: To show that all especially prostitutes need GOD. IV. TEXT: Matthew 21:31 “Which of the two obeyed his father?” They replied, “The first.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Balaam And His Donkey Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 18, 2015

What to do when you find yourself walking outside of God's will for your life.

A farmer who wanted to sell his donkey. A potential buyer showed up and looked the animal over. He asked if he could hitch him up to the wagon and see how he worked. The farmer did so and climbed up into the wagon with the customer handing him the reins. The customer tapped the reins but the donkey ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-34

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance