Sermons on Zeal:

The Day We Begin To Live Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Mar 4, 2011

Life really begins when we surrender our sin and pride to the only One who can rescue us. Our day of salvation needs to be remembered with praise!

Sermon Notes The Day We Begin to Live Exodus 12:1-14, 1 Peter 1:17-25 (Second in the series Power in the Blood) Introduction: When we make a decision to follow Jesus, a whole new life begins. The day of our salvation becomes our “New Birth” Day. Israel experienced the same situation when they ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fathers - Be Zealous

Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 29, 2019

This 2019 Father's Day message looks at the meaning of the Hebrew word kinah - which describes the jealousy or zeal of the Lord. In Proverbs 6:30-35 we see that husbands are also those who should be kinah. The call for fathers to have this character of God has very significant applications.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/individual-sermons/ Message Proverbs 6:30-35 “Are You Jealous Enough?” In the past few years there has been a big trend towards talking about super foods. These are foods which have an exceptional quality ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:30-35

Denomination: Baptist

Paradigms Of Prayer

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 2, 2019

We pray for the glory of God. We consider that it is He who we have sinned against. We pray in solidarity with those for whom we pray. We don't try to restrict God.

PARADIGMS OF PRAYER. 1. Solidarity with those for whom we pray (Exodus 32:30-32) Moses presents us with an example of true, thoroughgoing, intercessory prayer. This is Moses’ prayer after the infamous ‘Golden Calf’ incident, when the people had committed idolatry at the foot of Mount Sinai ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:30-32, Joshua 7:6-9, Psalm 51:3-4, 2 Chronicles 6:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fire Must Not Go Out Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 5, 2025

The fire of God in our lives represents our passion, zeal, and devotion to Him. Just as the priests were commanded to maintain the fire on the altar, we are also called to sustain the fire of the Holy Spirit in our hearts.

THE FIRE MUST NOT GO OUT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 "And the fire upon the altar shall be burning in it; it shall not be put out: and the priest shall burn wood on it every morning, and lay the burnt offering in order upon it; and he shall burn thereon the fat of the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Only Way To Salvation Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 7, 2021

Paul urges the Jewish legalists to believe the Gospel, highlighting their errors in having a zeal for God but without knowledge of the truth, trusting in their own righteousness and making excuses not to trust Christ for righteousness. Salvation is available to all who believes.

Paul discusses the problem of Jewish unbelief from Romans 9-11. • He started off in chapter 9 telling us of God’s sovereignty and His purpose in election. • God has not failed when He chose Israel to serve His purpose in salvation, even though many would reject Christ. He would save a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13, Deuteronomy 30:11-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ignite The Flame --- Fan The Flame

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2020

What was the sin of the 5 foolish virgins? Their lamps went out, no light. When Saul/Paul saw the light his life was forever changed... we are commanded to FAN THE FLAMES OF OUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS. HOW DANGEROUS IS WISDOM WITHOUT ZEAL?

IGNITE THE FLAME… FAN THE FLAME… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a large candle sitting beside me as I preach, I have 4 or 5 small candles laying on the altar and around the church. As I start the lesson I light the big candle. As I teach about FANNING THE FLAME, IT IS MY ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6, Matthew 25:7-8, Luke 8:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"I Never Knew You!"

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 26, 2015

Many people will be surprised at the Judgment Seat that they aren't accepted by Christ. The criteria won't be our works, or zeal, or even cooperation in the supernatural. It will be whether we are known to Jesus in relationship!

“I NEVER KNEW YOU!” Matt. 7:21-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Dick Van Dyke once described Mahatma Gandhi. 2. He said, “Gandhi walked barefoot everywhere, ate very little, and often fasted, leaving him thin and with very bad breath.” 3. Thus he is often thought of as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dung Hill Christians

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 22, 2007

Has your life been a bit smelly lately?

Not many people think about dung beetles because frankly any animal that eats dung and carcasses normally does not end up on our most desired pet or entrée list. They are actually quite beneficial and can be admired for that. There are however quite a few Christians living and feeding in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11, Jeremiah 17:9, John 15:5, 2 Corinthians 1:8-10, Romans 9:4-8, Matthew 3:7-10, Luke 16:19-24, Daniel 11:36-39, Isaiah 64:6, Galatians 2:16, Romans 9:30-33, Romans 7:18, Galatians 3:10-14, Romans 10:1-4, Luke 13:28-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Commitment And Dedication To The Work Of God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 8, 2025

Spiritual commitment and dedication to God's work are foundational for any believer who desires to please God and bear lasting fruit.

SPIRITUAL COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION TO THE WORK OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9, Matthew 6:33, Nehemiah 4:6 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual commitment and dedication to God's work are foundational for any believer who desires ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is There Evidence Of Our First Love?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 10, 2021

We face great dangers when our first love grows dim. We shall stand at the bema seat of God. Guard your passion and zeal to be ready for the imminent return of Jesus Christ.

IS THERE EVIDENCE OF OUR FIRST LOVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) Text: Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. WE SO TEACH A GOD OF LOVE, GRACE AND MERCY THAT WE TEND TO BYPASS THE JUDGMENT SEAT OF ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4, Jeremiah 20:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Body Of Christ-7

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 8, 2020

7 of 7. The apostle Paul maintained the significance of the Church's being the Body of Christ. What is exhibited by that entity known as the Body of Christ? The Body of Christ exhibits...

The BODY Of CHRIST-VII—1Corinthians 12:12-31 The Body of Christ can suffer under the burden of individual & even gathered lusts that are couched in pride. For some weeks we’ve looked at God’s design for Unity within the Body of Christ, which is the Church. All the local-to-global ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:29-31, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Our Prayer To The Father And What It Can Do

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 21, 2024

The apostle James is writing us today with some serious advice about living the Christian life, and it has solidarity with our Gospel.

Saturday of the seventh week in Course 2024 Isn’t it remarkable as we read the Gospels just how frequently Christ’s disciples completely misread Jesus and His message? People were bringing their toddlers and other children to Jesus so that He might touch them with His special blessing. Jesus, we ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20, Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Catholic

The Circles Of The Believer’s Life

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

The degrees of Christian zeal, faithfulness, service, and love for Jesus are best studied and illustrated by circles. Today we are going to look at five circles of the Christian life and learn to which circle you belong.

Intro: The world population is now about 6.8 billion and still growing. Of these not even 10% are saved, Bible-believing Christians. Of the millions of true Christians there are degrees of closeness to the Lord Jesus. The degrees of Christian zeal, faithfulness, service, and love for Jesus are ...read more

Scripture: John 15:19

Denomination: *other

One Portion More

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 23, 2009

For Baptist Identity Sunday. God has given the Baptist tribe one portion more of evangelistic zeal, missions involvement, and investment in freedom. This church is equipped with one portion more to do its mission.

I recently witnessed a special event, and was very impressed with how many Baptists there were in it. Everywhere I looked, I saw Baptists; every time the announcer identified anybody, I heard the word, "Baptist". It was one of the most sectarian occasions I’ve seen in a long while. There was a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Passion For God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025

Passion for God is that inner fire, hunger, and thirst that drives a believer to seek God above all else. It is the longing of the soul to be with the Father, to know Him more, and to serve Him wholeheartedly.

PASSION FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 42:1-2 "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:10; Matthew 22:37; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God