Sermons on Word And Sacrament:

Speaking God’s Word

Contributed by Diana Ball on Jan 3, 2011

As found in the Creation, God’s word is powerful, and when we speak His word, we tap into that power so we may glorify Him even more.

GENESIS 1:1-3 "And God said ..." Why is it important to speak God’s Word? Because God’s Word is full of power, it’s alive and becomes fully effective when we activate it in our lives. When we became Christians, Jesus came into our hearts, and we were filled with the Holy Spirit. He came ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Nazarene

The Seven Famous Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Cristopher Luaya on May 28, 2010

Jesus uttered the Seven Famous Words before He died on the cross. He is giving us messages through His seven precious words.

Christ came into this world as King. It is not the kingdom of this world but it is the kingdom of God within us—within our hearts. It is the kingdom of truth—the kingdom of grace. In John 18:37, Jesus answered to Pilate, saying, "You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34-46

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Plain Word Or Pure Power!

Contributed by Darrell Vaughn on Jun 4, 2010

A powerful sermon that challenges believers of all ages that there is much more to God than just word only!

“Father, I am your servant, willing and desiring to be used to bless your people.” A preacher I know and love has said many times, “That was a POWERFUL SERVICE; I preached!” •• He said it in humility, but he spoke much truth as well. The job of the church is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Authentic Passion 4 "Word" Series

Contributed by Matthew Hylton on Jun 14, 2010

Authentic Passion looks at 4 qualities that we as Christ Followers should have.

AUTHENTIC PASSION 4 “WORD” TEXT: Multiple INTRO: This morning we are continuing our Series “Authentic Passion. This series is based on the 4 passions that a Christian should have in there lives. Authentic Passion 4 Worship, Word, Work, & World. As a Christian we are marked by ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105-112

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Hebrew Word Study Of Meditation

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

A brief but in depth outline of the Hebrew words used to define meditation

Meditate/Meditation: A Bible Word Study I. ’Soo-akh’: English Transliteration of Hebrew Verb A.Definition: Action word meaning: To muse, commune, or speak B. First Mention: Genesis 24:63-"And Isaac went out to MEDITATE in the field at the eventide: and he lifted up his eyes, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:63, Joshua 1:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Samuel - Speaking The Words Of God Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 18, 2009

A short talk given at an early morning communion service. Samuel was young, but his first task after coming to know the Lord was to speak hard words from God to Eli (his mentor!) Will we also speak the truth, in love, to others?

Samuel was a child, with priestly responsibilities (an interesting fact!) and he was being mentored by Eli in the Temple. Jesus primarily focused upon 12 men. Who has God entrusted to you, to teach and train in the ways of the Lord? “In those days the word of the Lord was rare; there were not many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Reassuring Words For Jesus Friends

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 21, 2009

This funeral sermon was prepared for the funeral of a four month old but would be good for any funeral.

At a time of death we need reassuring words. Those words are important when they are given but especially when they come from a friend. The words of a friend seem to carry greater weight. They are warm. They are to be trusted. In John 11 we find Jesus sharing a challenging experience with some of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Became Flesh

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Christmas 2(A) - Because God's word becomes flesh: Our Savior, Jesus Christ, brings blessings and reveals our (and his) heavenly Father.

“GOD’S WORD BECAME FLESH” (Outline) January 3, 2010 - Christmas 2 - JOHN 1:14-18 INTRO: The most profound mysteries of God are often discovered in the simplest truths only understood by faith. The birth of our Savior in Bethlehem is a good example. Numerous people ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of The Word: Stand Firm

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 1, 2010

We are shown the power of the Word in Paul’s description of the armor of God.

The Power of the Word: Stand Firm 08/03/08 PM Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Text: Ephesians 6:10-17 Introduction For the past few weeks we have been exploring the Word of God through the Word of God. We have learned that all scripture is inspired from God and we have learned the use of scripture ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The People Rested On The Words Of The King

Contributed by Teddy Walker on Mar 11, 2010

Rested on the words of God

THE PEOPLE RESTED ON THE WORDS OF THE KING 2 Chron 32:1-23 1 After these things, and the establishment thereof, Sennacherib king of Assyria came, and entered into Judah, and encamped against the fenced cities, and thought to win them for himself. 2 And when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Shall Not Return Void

Contributed by Robert Mitchell on Mar 4, 2008

This is just for fun. I encouraged my youth group to try and come up with a story made up of all scripture that would not change the menaing of the text. This was my example.

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Then God said let us make man in Our image according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over the cattle, over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Final Words, Part Two Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 9, 2008

Lessons we can learn from Jesus’ final words on the cross.

Intro>D. M. Stearns was preaching in Philadelphia. At the close of the service a stranger came up to him and said, “I don’t like the way you speak of the cross. I think that instead of emphasizing the death of Christ, it would be far better to preach Jesus as our teacher and our example.” Dr. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-37

Denomination: Baptist

Final Words, Part One Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Mar 9, 2008

Lessons we can learn from Jesus’ final words on Good Friday. Part one of two-part message.

<>The final words of a person are very important. --Our judicial system gives the final words of an individual extra weight, extra status in court trials, deeming death-bed testimonies to be of a special nature. --The final conversations of a pilot and others in the cockpit of an airplane provide ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:66-71

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Words To Hard Hearts

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 15, 2008

Jesus words of rebuke in Luke 11 hit the nerve. Those he spoke to were determined to get revenge. If only they could have seen who He is. If only we could see today.

We are entering the middle of Luke’s gospel now and already Jesus is engaging battle with the Jewish leaders. This is an ongoing battle that will ultimately lead to Jesus’ crucifixion and he knows it well, but does not show any signs of shrinking back. Jesus’ very presence should command respect, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-54

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday & "Words Of Life"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 16, 2008

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Christ expects his followers to follow His steps and declare from their hearts His last eight Words of Life.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Ord Military Chapel Seaside, CA 16 March 2008 Big Idea: Christ expects those who claim to be His followers to follow in his steps, and declare from their hearts His last eight Words of Life. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:5

Denomination: Pentecostal