Sermons on worldly patterns: showing 1,831-1,845 of 28,000

The Days Of Noah - A Positive Approach

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 29, 2019

Most sermons on the days of Noah are scary and depressing, in this message we talk about how Noah was on fire for God, and that his life is an example of what believers will be like in the last days.

The Days of Noah - A Positive Approach This is a two part message. In this first part we will look at the positive side of how it was in the Days of Noah, and in part 2 we will talk about the negative and relate it to the man of lawlessness found in the New Testament. I want to begin by observing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9, Luke 17:26-30, Revelation 19:5-8, Matthew 13:30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Strait And Narrow Sermon I: Christians Choose The Strait And Narrow Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 10, 2020

As culture drifts further away from biblical truth, believers in Christ do not let cultural differences divide us but come together as one in the Family of God.

CHRISTIANS CHOOSE THE LORD’S “STRAIT AND NARROW” OVER THE WORLD’S “WIDE AND BROAD” As culture drifts further away from biblical truth, some Christians struggle with their conscience – having had the notion planted in their minds that “wide and broad” thinkers and doers might have it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

The Heart Of God's Man (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 9, 2020

Paul had begun to share the burden of his heart with the church in Thessalonica. Although absent from them, his care and love for the church remained strong. The remainder of this chapter continues to reveal Paul's heart for them.

The Heart of God’s Man (Part 2) 1 Thessalonians 3: 1-13 (6-13) In our last study we began to consider the heart that Paul had for the church and the work that God had called him to. Just as a reminder, let’s quickly review Vv.1-5. I. The Investment of the Pastor (1-2a) A. His Forbearance (1a) – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

"god With Us: He Is Our Peace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 24, 2020

An Advent Sermon about the peace that only Christ can give.

“God with Us: He is Our Peace” Micah 5:2-5a It was during Advent of 2012, when Adam Lanza walked into Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut and shot and killed 26 people, including 20 children between 6 and 7 years old, and 6 adult staff members. Earlier that day, Lanza shot ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-5

Denomination: United Methodist

Self-Control Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

September 12, 2020 We began this series with Love. Love is the seed of all our fruit: joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness and gentleness. Self-Control is the glue that holds it all together. Self-Control comes from a Greek word that literally means to be a “MASTER OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Joy Of Godly Relationships Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 3, 2020

Sermon based on Phil. 1:1-11 that deals w/ the importance of relationships within the Body of Christ.

“THE JOY OF GODLY RELATIONSHIPS” Phil. 1:1-11 FBCF – 8/2/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – “I’ve got that joy, joy, joy, joy down in my heart…” – Kid’s song from years ago. More recently, King & Country released a song a couple of years ago entitled, “I Choose Joy.” In a world that is getting ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Holiness Demanded By God’s Own Character

Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023

"A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine." - D.L. Moody.

1 Peter Series Part 4 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: “A Holiness Demanded by God’s Own Character” Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 INTRO: HOLINESS? WHAT IS HOLINESS? I. A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine. II. D.L. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Divine Power And Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 23, 2024

2 Peter 1:3-4 is a passage rich with encouragement and assurance for every believer. Through His divine power and precious promises, God equips us to live godly lives and partake in His divine nature.

Divine Power and Precious Promises 2 Peter 1:3-4 2 Peter 1:3-4 (NLT): "By his divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of this by coming to know him, the one who called us to himself by means of his marvellous glory and excellence. And ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4, Ephesians 1:19-20, Philippians 3:10, 2 Corinthians 1:20, Romans 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Embracing Grace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages active, personal relationships with God, guided by Scripture, to transform and elevate our standards of love, compassion, and integrity.

Beloved brothers and sisters, we gather here today under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father, united in spirit and purpose. We are drawn together, not by the bonds of blood or the ties of friendship, but by something far more profound, far more enduring - our shared faith in Jesus Christ, our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Topics: Inclusivity, Solidarity

Cleansed By The Savior PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

Explores our Christian identity as individuals chosen by God, cleansed by Christ's sacrifice, and called to a life of service.

Greetings, beloved family of God. It is a blessing to be gathered together in this sacred space once again, to share in the profound joy of fellowship, and to be nourished by the Word of God. As we gather here, we are drawn into the embrace of our Creator, reminded of the cleansing power of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:20-27, 1 Corinthians 4:5

Topics: Wisdom, Foolishness

It Seems Right But It's Not PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

The importance of aligning our actions and decisions with God's Word, even when our own judgment or the world around us suggests otherwise.

Good morning, Church! The book of Proverbs has a way of speaking directly into our lives with profound wisdom that can sometimes hit us right between the eyes. One such wisdom is found in Proverbs 14:12-16, and it's all about things that may seem right to us, but are not according to God's word. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12-16

Topics: Not A Match

The Wisdom Of Being Inconvenienced Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 27, 2005

We fight so much for individual rights that we forget that our behavior is being watched by others - and can make a difference whether they come to Christ or not. So being free in Christ means freedom to say "no" to things we can do.

The key to understanding Titus chapter 2 is found in verses 11 & 12. Rather than a series of rather random and possibly restrictive or even discriminatory rules - Titus 2 teaches us how to live our lives in relation to the gospel - what it has meant to us and how it shapes our lives as we relate to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Messages To The Seven Churches - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Oct 25, 2006

Thyatira was the least important. None the less, the church there received the longest of the letters in Revelation, undoubtedly because of the city’s large Christian population, and because the church there faced a problem that has troubled many churches

MESSAGES TO THE SEVEN CHURCHES Revelation 2:1- 3:22 Part 4 Thyatira – The Permissive Church Revelation 2:18-29 Good News Christian Fellowship August 27, 2006 BUCAS, Daraga albay Introduction A. Brief review on the messages to the Church at Smyrna, Ephesus, and Pergamum. B. Today we come to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing A Spiritual Diet And Exercise Program

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003

We discuss the importance of not only learning the word, but exercising our faith (doing it) as well!

Can you tell me what the four major food groups are this morning? The teacher knew there was a shortfall of intelligence after she asked the class to name the four major food groups. Suzie shot up her hand and quickly reeled them off: "Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Pizza Hut." I did a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Perfect Picture Of Grace

Contributed by James May on Jul 26, 2009

God’s wonderful grace is sufficient for all of our need.

A Perfect Picture of Grace Sunday, July 26, 2009 By Pastor Jim May 2 Samuel Chapter 9 This chapter in 2 Samuel contains one of the most outstanding stories of grace found in the Old Testament. It is the story of two people; one named Mephibosheth, the child of grace; and Ziba, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:4-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible