Sermons on abiding with christ:

Believing In Jesus Is Not Enough (John 8:12-59) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 7, 2022

In John, there are a cluster of verbs Jesus wants from us, to be full disciples, and we have to hold them all together. If we focus too hard on "believing," we will misunderstand Jesus, and what he wants.

Last week, we read just two verses from John 8, spending the rest of our time in Leviticus 23 and Exodus 13. I scratched my itch to get back to the OT, and I'm ready to take another shot at this. I say that, but this is probably the most depressing chapter (I hope!) in the entire gospel of ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-59

The Assured Heart Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 21, 2013

Three wonderful blessings are promised in these verses to those that continue believing in Jesus and loving the brethren. These blessing are assurance in God's presence, answered prayers, & the abiding presence of the Holy Spirit.

1 JOHN 3: 18-24 THE ASSURED HEART [Hebrews 9:13-22] There is a warm assurance, a sound persuasion of heart, that loving people in deed and truth gives the believer. Such love provides us with a confidence that we can go into God's presence and ask and receive whatever we need. These requests, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019

Jesus is the Christ

Introduction: That You May Know One day, while Wim was in the marketplace in the Netherlands, he struck up a conversation with a woman who remarked that you can get to heaven by doing good works. His attempt to explain that it is by God’s grace that we are “saved through faith” (Eph. 2:8) ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:20-27

Denomination: Baptist

Second Chances Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 19, 2024

If you’re hooked by sin and want to be free, remember who God is, recommit your life to Him, and remain in His presence.

Pastor John Ortberg writes about the time he and his wife went fly-fishing for the first time: He says: “Our guides told us that ‘to catch a fish you have to think like a fish.’ They said that to a fish life is about the maximum gratification of appetite at the minimum expenditure of energy. To a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:1-35, Jeremiah 31:35-37, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 3:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

It's Not Like The Old Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 24, 2014

To show that JESUS is the Promise of the New Covenant and JESUS is the New Covenant for JESUS abided in GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you an old dog that can't be taught new tricks? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS is the Promise of the New Covenant and JESUS is the New Covenant for JESUS abided in GOD. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 8:9 (Amplified Bible) 8:9 It will not be like the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Commands Of Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 22, 2009

How to live ,how to follow , how to serve

COMMANDS OF CHRIST Christ gave us a number of commands here are the Seven top in order for us to serve him our best. A sinner needs to follow these in order to become a Christian. 1.“REPENT” Luke 13: 3 I tell you, Nay: but, except ye repent, ye shall all ...read more

Scripture: John 12:26

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon: Seeking And Abiding In The Kingdom Of God, A New Year Challenge

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 7, 2025

If we are taking care of God’s business as a priority—seeking His salvation, living in obedience to Him, and sharing the good news of the kingdom with others—then He will take care of our business as He promised—and if that’s the arrangement, why not try it?

Sermon: Seeking and Abiding in the Kingdom of God Scripture: Matthew 6:31-33 “So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-33, Matthew 13:24-29, Matthew 13:31-32, Matthew 20:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Remain In Christ

Contributed by John Herrmann on Oct 25, 2002

With things changing about us faster than we can imagine, we can remain the same --- strong and steady in Christ.

Remain In Christ John 8:31-36 In our elementary school chapel service last Sunday, I noted how attentive all the kids were when the object for the children’s message was a pumpkin. There is something about pumpkins that grabs our attention and keeps it. My wife suggests it’s because it only ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Jun 30, 2013

At Calvary, Jesus' three words "It is finished." declared the believers's great independence from Satan and Sin.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST Romans 8:2, "If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed." Galatians 5:1, "Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage." Introduction: Much "to-do" and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Church Of God

Chosen, Redeemed, And Alive In Christ Ephesians 1:4-5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 26, 2024

You are chosen, redeemed, and alive in Christ. These are not just theological terms; they describe a living relationship with the Almighty God.

Chosen, Redeemed, and Alive in Christ - Ephesians 1:4-5 Ephesians 1:4-5 (NLT) – “Even before he made the world, God loved us and chose us in Christ to be holy and without fault in his eyes. God decided in advance to adopt us into his own family by bringing us to himself through Jesus Christ. This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5, Philippians 3:9, Romans 6:6, 2 Corinthians 5:14, Ephesians 2:6, Colossians 3:1, Colossians 2:6-7, John 15:5, Romans 12:5, Romans 8:29, Romans 3:23-24, Ephesians 4:3, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Mar 14, 2009

1st sermon in a 3 part study on John 15.

Life in Christ Living in the Vineyard Series John 15:1-11 As we begin our study of John 15, understand that Jesus uses the vineyard as an illustration for us, revealing to us the importance of 3 relationships: Up, around and out. Up in our relationship with Him, around in our relationship with ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Place For You To Dwell

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 14, 2006

Your goal as a Christian should be to dwell in God’s presence continually and be a reflection of His glory to the world.

July 9, 2006 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 91 Subject: God’s Protection Title: A Place for You to Dwell There are several areas that I have based my preaching ministry upon. 1) I believe people need to be saved and in order to do so they need to hear the gospel from you. 2) I believe that God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Have No Fear

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 21, 2013

If we are following Jesus Christ, we have NOTHING to fear!! Paul demonstrates this clearly for us, and the challenge is: will we follow our Savior in proclaiming His grace to everyone we encounter?

Have No Fear Acts 25-26 Introduction We are called to have a common purpose in what we do -- The purpose is to worship, to love, and to celebrate Christ and share Him always -- That is our challenge, mission, and it is STILL where we find ourselves today LAST WEEK: -- Are you living ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ The Vine

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 19, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you fruitful? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST will take care of us in bearing fruits, divine effort thru us. IV. TEXT: John 15:5-6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “Yes,

I. EXORDIUM: Are you fruitful? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST will take care of us in bearing fruits, divine effort thru us. IV. TEXT: John 15:5-6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) “Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

In this narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Almighty Son of God, and, as such, that He possesses the very authority of God.

I. Christ?s authority was demonstrated In His teaching (verse 22) A. By His manner of teaching 1. Taught with authority not from tradition a. Matthew 15:9 "But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men." b. Other teachers relied on esteemed men. They taught their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist