Sermons on agony:

Father Forgive Them

Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jun 21, 2007

Shorter sermon delivered during a special evening Lords Supper service

Luke 23: 33-34 (NIV) 33 When they came to the place called the Skull, there they crucified him, along with the criminals--one on his right, the other on his left. 34 Jesus said, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing." I. Fulfillment of prophecy: Isa 53: 11-12 (NIV) 11 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Pearl

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2011

Pearl-It’s the only gem that can’t be improved by man. You can cut and polish a diamond, ruby and other stones. BUT … if you begin to mess with a pearl, you ruin it. It’s perfect when it’s formed.

The man who is searching for the pearls is, Jesus himself. "What other great treasure does God value in this world?" -- in order to discover what this pearl means. The church. Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, ... that he might present the church to himself in splendor, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Baptist

The Acceptable Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 18, 2011

Jesus’ death was the sacrifice that was finally acceptable to God.

The Acceptable Sacrifice April 17, 2011 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Jesus’ death was the sacrifice that was finally acceptable to God. Focus Passage: Luke 23:33-46 Supplemental Passage: Therefore when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

"I Thirst" Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Jun 9, 2003

"I thirst" is a statement from the cross that was only recorded by John in his gospel. I believe there was at least three reasons why God inspired to John to record that statment. This sermons looks at those three reasons.

Last week our fourth statement from the cross that we looked at was perhaps the most agonizing statement of all. I believe as Christ took on the sins of the world, that sin that was upon Him separated Him from His Father and in that time of spiritual agony He cried out, “My God, my God, why ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Church Of God

Hell Series

Contributed by Brian Menear on Feb 23, 2007

Hell is a place that should be understood better so we can warn others before it’s too late.

Hell—the place of eternal torment USA Today 1998 “Is There A Hell?” 52% Certain there is 27% Might Be “What’s it like?” 48% Real place with suffering and torment 46% not a real place, but anguished state of existence 6% Not Sure Some Christians don’t believe in Hell/The Devil 1 Calling God a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What If Hell Is Real Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2003

Hell is one of those things that we all believe but none of us likes to talk about.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 43 “What If Hell Is Real” Luke 16:19-31 The subject of today’s sermon is one of those things that we all believe but none of us likes to talk about. In a national poll conducted several years ago ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Feb 14, 2013

What is "the Day of Christ Jesus" and how does it differ from "the Day of the Lord"? Whether these are coming events we fear or embrace is all a matter of perspective; where do we stand in relationship with Christ?

Philippians 1:3-6 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, 6 being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Nazarene

One Cry Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 15, 2012

Jesus cry, “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me!” is a desperate cry of loneliness. I believe this was the worst and the most horrible moment of the crucifixion for Jesus. When sin invaded His life and the Father walked away! He felt totally alone! H

Series: One Thing Illustration: Years ago the movie “City Slickers” came out and there is a scene in the movie where one old cowboy and a city slicker are discussing, what is the main focus of life. In other words “What is the meaning of life?” and the old cowboy holds his finger up and says, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hell-According To Jesus

Contributed by Jim Caswell on May 17, 2017

Jesus makes it clear Hell is real and is eternal.

Title: Hell- According To Jesus Place: BLCC Date: 5/28/17 Text: Matthew 5.22; John 5.29 CT: Jesus makes it clear Hell is real and is eternal. FAS: Will Willimon shared this story. Early in my ministry, I served a little church in rural Georgia. One Saturday we went to a funeral in a little ...read more

Scripture: John 5:29, Matthew 5:22

Denomination: Christian Church

A Cure For Loneliness Series

Contributed by Tim Zoltowski on Feb 21, 2016

Is Christ's love unrequited in your life?

We are continuing our study of the Song of Solomon this morning, and I hope you are finding this study useful. We are spending a lot of time on it, but I pray that our study is creating within you a more acute understanding of the Love that Christ has for us. We know that “16 For God so ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 3:1-4

Denomination: Bible Church

Calvary

Contributed by Marcos Silva on Oct 18, 2000

1. Calvary, place of guilt - v.

1. Calvary, place of guilt - v.32 2. Calvary, place of compassion - v.34 3. Calvary, place of derision - vv.35-37 4. Calvary, place of testemony - v.38 5. Calvary, place of salvation - vv. 40-43 6. Calvary, place of miracle - vv. 44,45 7. Calvary, place of death - v.46 "CALVARY! CALVARY! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:24-28

A Day Of Destiny

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 5, 2001

In all of the thousands of days since creation, two days stand above all the rest. Let us look at a day of destiny--the day that Jesus died.

"A Day of Destiny" Matthew 27:27-54 INTRODUCTION Think of the thousands of days since creation. Is it possible that any day stands above the rest? During this time of year we celebrate two momentous days. One is the day that Jesus died. There were three major phases to this day that changed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54

Denomination: Baptist

Lot: From Sodom To Salt Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 10, 2008

The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The writer of the epistle of Peter designates Lot as a righteous man. No Old Testament chara

Lot: From Sodom to Salt Sermon Series: Personalities from the Past that Speak to the Present Genesis 13:12 2 Peter 2:4-10 Intro The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sustaining Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 16, 2008

The Lord moves in our lives and empowers us to live victoriously even in the middle of difficlut times and overwhelming obstacles.

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 “Sustaining Grace” INTRODUCTION These are troubled times. We thought things couldn’t get any worse as we watched gas prices skyrocket out of sight. We were wrong. The house of cards of a society run on credit and debt is tumbling down. The stock market is the most ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus In The Garden

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Mar 15, 2004

Jesus willingly went to the cross to be our atonement for sin

SBC Philippi, 3/14/04 am Jesus in the Garden Mark 14:32-42 Primary Purpose: Jesus willingly went to the cross to be our atonement for sin. Many people have died for various causes without much of a sense of regret or pain. Palestinian terrorist sometimes strap bombs to themselves and blow ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:37-42

Denomination: Baptist