Sermons on Anointing At Bethany:

How Did John The Baptist Prepare The Way For Jesus?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 13, 2015

John the Baptism was anointed to prepare the way for Jesus, but how did he do that? It certainly was not obvious, and not how most people thought. This sermon will get a reaction.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 13th December 2015; St Oswalds is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Zephaniah 3:14-20 Canticle 9 Philippians 4:4-7 Luke 3:7-18 “Please be seated, and join me in a short ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Episcopal

The Study Of The Kiss In The Bible

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 3, 2015

What does kiss mean? Have you ever thought about the kisses in the Bible? This is a neat little study starting with Judas' dagger kiss to the kiss of the anointing.

UNDERSTANDING THE KISS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE CANDY KISSES THAT I GIVE EACH ONE AND ASK THEM WHAT DOES A KISS MEAN? Let us survey some of the kisses of the Bible. I. INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS A KISS? To touch someone with your lips, a mark of affection, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The King In Hiding

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Dec 3, 2019

Before the event at Mizpah, Samuel had anointed Saul privately as Israel's first King. But on the day he was to be presented to the people, Saul was hiding in the baggage.

THE KING IN HIDING "20 And when Samuel had caused all the tribes of Israel to come near, the tribe of Benjamin was chosen. 21 When he had caused the tribe of Benjamin to come near by their families, the family of Matri was chosen. And Saul the son of Kish was chosen. But when they sought ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-24, Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Evil Siege

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Feb 3, 2021

There is no evil siege that's stronger than the anointing power of God. When a siege comes under the power of God, it doesn't survive.

BREAKING EVIL SIEGE 2 KINGS 6:24-25 ‘And it came to pass after this, that Benhadad king of Syria gathered all his host, and went up, and besieged Samaria. And there was a great famine in Samaria: and, behold, they besieged it, until an ass head was sold for fourscore pieces of silver, and the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thank God For Pastor Series

Contributed by Pastor Charles Wilkins on Nov 26, 2021

This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course.

This morning we celebrate the dedication and labor of this anointed man of God. The Vision God has given him to continue to fight the good fight and the dedication to stay the course. There are times when life will throw you a curveball. There will be times when it gets hard to fight, when your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Grace Empowerment Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Apr 14, 2021

Our Lord wants us to be assured we will enjoy His anointing and enablement in our task when our Spiritual gifts are exercised through sacrificial love.

Grace Empowerment Three Truths to Enjoying God’s Grace The Bible says, “And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” (2 Corinthians 9:8) Our Lord wants us to be assured we will enjoy His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

King Josiah - A Role Model For Leadership Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Oct 8, 2021

Youngest kings who ruled Judah was Josiah. He was only 8 years old when he was anointed as king of Judah but his kingdom and rule was not a failure.

1) JOSIAH WAS 8 YEARS OLD WHEN HE BECAME KING: - Age is not important when God wants to use a person - To be used by God, we should have a humble spirit - Giving our lives for His service at a very young age is well pleasing to God - When someone takes up a position at a very young age, we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-2

Unlocking The Power: Lessons From Elisha SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

To experience the fullness of God's power and blessings, we can look to the example of Elisha. His story teaches us how to unlock a double portion of God's anointing.

The news had spread throughout the land that Elijah, the great prophet of God, was about to be taken away in a whirlwind. Elisha, his devoted student, was determined to receive a double portion of God's spirit and anointing. He was willing to pay the price and follow Elijah until the very end. 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-11

Topics: Ot Prophets, God's Power

Unleashing Your Inner Strength: The Threefold Blessings SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

The threefold blessings of Leper, Priest, and King are available to all Christians today. These blessings represent the anointings that empower us to overcome challenges, serve faithfully, and reign in life.

Wouldn't it be amazing to have a stronger Christian faith? To witness miracles, lead people to Christ, cast out demons, heal the sick, and experience the power of effective prayer? Well, all of this is possible through the anointing from God. In the Bible, we find three anointings: the anointing of ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 14:14-18

Topics: Holy Spirit In Believers

Giving

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 2, 2022

One of the greatest secrets of the universe is in Jesus’ words, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ (Acts 20:35) Do we give extravagantly to God or our leftovers? Let’s look at Mary’s anointing of Jesus in John 12:1-8.

One of the greatest secrets of the universe is in Jesus’ words, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’ (Acts 20:35) Do we give extravagantly to God or our leftovers? Let’s look at Mary’s anointing of Jesus in John 12:1-8. “Then, six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of The Church

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Last week we saw how the two witnesses represent the church of Jesus Christ and those who have been anointed or ordained to minister the truth to them.

1. Last week we saw how the two witnesses represent the church of Jesus Christ and those who have been anointed or ordained to minister the truth to them. That includes us. We saw how those would seek to harm them , would not effectively do so, unless they could make us waver in our testimony or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:7-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Divine Nature

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Apr 16, 2002

In this sermnon you will find four types of fruit. Are you partakers of the fruit? Do you have that anointing, that ability, that accomplishment, that acknowledgement of what God has done for you?

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: THE DIVINE NATURE “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. For God sent not his son into the world to condemn the world: but that the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

A Love Song For The Savior Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Feb 13, 2006

This is about the sinful woman’s anointing of Jesus. She was forgiven of much because she loved much. A story about salvation, criticism, holiness, worship, forgiveness and love.

Luke 7:36-50 – A Love Song for the Savior Today we are continuing our series on The Life of Jesus. Let’s read a simple but emotional story that is found only in Luke 7:36-50. This is a good story to tell on the Sunday nearest Valentine’s Day. It’s got all the qualities of a great love ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Unwrapping The Christmas Mystery

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 9, 2012

- Christmas is more about communion - The “Christ mass” - Christ – “the anointed one”- Mass – Latin “Dismissal”

Luke 21:29–30 (AV) 29 And he spake to them a parable; Behold the fig tree, and all the trees; 30 When they now shoot forth, ye see and know of your own selves that summer is now nigh at hand. - You know summer is coming when the fig tree sprouts. - You know that Christmas is coming when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:29-30

Denomination: Baptist

Activating The Power Of Exceptional Praise: By Festus Adeyeye Series

Contributed by Festus Adeyeye on Feb 10, 2012

Praise is a covenant practice that enhances our walk with god. When I engage in exceptional praise to God, it unleashes tremendous measure of power, grace and anointing into my life.

ACTIVATING THE POWER OFEXCEPTIONAL PRAISE PSALMS 67:5-7, PSALMS 107:8-9, PSALMS 115:14, Many at times we focus on the events and outcome of God’s act and we neglect the process and the principles of God. Moses knew the ways of God and the Israelites his acts. It is your understanding of any ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 67:5-7

Denomination: Pentecostal